Looking for a sublime Japanese meal near you?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable Japanese restaurants around Anaheim, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to meet your needs.
1. Pokinometry
Topping the list is PokiNometry. Located at 184 S. Harbor Blvd. in the Colony, the Japanese spot is the most popular budget-friendly Japanese eatery in Anaheim, boasting four stars out of 2,825 reviews on Yelp.
On the menu, look for seven base choices, eight types of fish and over 15 topping options for your poke creations — from seaweed and ginger to wasabi and avocado. (You can check out the full menu here.)
2. Cross Roast BBQ
Next up is West Anaheim's Cross Roast BBQ, situated at 401 S. Magnolia Ave. With 4.5 stars out of 554 reviews on Yelp, the Asian fusion spot has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for an inexpensive option.
According to its website, the popular go-to comes courtesy of Hong Kong-native James Leung and features fusion offerings such as hot ramen soup with shredded duck, house chili oil and more. (See the full menu here.)
3. KooKoo Grill
The Colony's KooKoo Grill, located at 202 W. Lincoln Ave., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the budget-friendly Japanese spot 4.5 stars out of 458 reviews.
Family-owned and operated, the casual fusion joint strives to serve customers with "tasty food seasoned with love," from teriyaki beef burritos and tacos to teriyaki chicken burgers and more. (You can check out the full menu here.)
4. Olligo Grill
Olligo Grill, a Japanese and Korean spot that offers bubble tea and more in West Anaheim, is another much-loved, affordable go-to, with 4.5-stars out of 111 Yelp reviews. Head over to 3240 W. Lincoln Ave. to see for yourself.
On the menu, expect to find an assortment of Japanese-inspired teriyaki bowls and plates, along with spicy and mild ramen offerings with six differing topping options to choose from. (See the full menu here.)
5. Cafe Ssing Ssing
And over in West Anaheim, check out Cafe Ssing Ssing, which has earned 4.5 stars out of 217 reviews on Yelp. Dig in at the sushi bar by heading over to 2633 W. Woodland Drive.
Come try specialty rolls like the Green Dragon with crab meat, cucumber and avocado or the Sunkissed — a sushi roll complete with spicy tuna, salmon, green onion and more.
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