Interested in trying some new Japanese spots in Portland? You're in luck: we've found the freshest businesses to fill the bill. Here are the newest places to check out the next time you're in the mood for Japanese food.
Tekka Bar: Handroll and Sake
1237 S.W. Washington St., Downtown
Tekka Bar: Handroll and Sake is a sushi bar and Japanese spot. It opened this year and makes handrolls to order with fresh seafood ingredients.
The eatery serves up handroll sushi, with menu items ranging from lobster handrolls to matcha to sake.
Tekka Bar: Handroll and Sake currently holds 4.5 stars out of 14 reviews on Yelp, indicating good reviews.
Yelper Jillian V., who reviewed the eatery on May 17, wrote, "Went on opening day and enjoyed delicious food with fantastic service. Try the spicy tuna roll or the salmon roll, both are simple and filling."
Spencer W. wrote, "The pre-set menu was terrific and took the guesswork out of deciding what to order my first time here. The dipping sauces were delicious separately and were even better when combined. I was thrilled at how fast the service was and how fun it was to eat the handrolls."
Tekka Bar: Handroll and Sake is open from 11 a.m.–10 p.m. on Tuesday-Saturday. (It's closed on Monday and Sunday.)
Shiro Sushi Teriyaki
6050 S.W. MacAdam Ave., South Portland
Shiro Sushi Teriyaki is a sushi bar, offering ramen and more.
The restaurant provides conveyor belt sushi and desserts, from dragon rolls to tuna to cream puffs. The spot opened in April and has a daily happy hour special.
Shiro Sushi Teriyaki currently holds 3.5 stars out of eight reviews on Yelp, indicating fair reviews.
Yelper Angi Y., who reviewed it on May 11, wrote, "I really love their salmon and salmon belly nigiri. Definitely my go-to! I'm definitely a nigiri person but the sushi chef recommended the fire dragon roll for me and I tried it and it's become my new favorite!"
Yelper Kelvin Y. wrote, "Excellent sushi that we picked already prepared, displayed on a belt. I especially liked the quality of their rice. The seafood was also very fresh. The portions are generous for the price Shiro Sushi charges."
Shiro Sushi Teriyaki is open from 11 a.m.–9:30 p.m. on Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m.–10 p.m. on Friday, 11:30 a.m.–10 p.m. on Saturday and 11:30 a.m.–9:30 p.m. on Sunday.
Giraffe Japanese Deli
81 S.E. Yamhill St., Buckman
Giraffe Japanese Deli is a deli and Japanese spot that offers sandwiches and rice dishes, with menu items ranging from katsu to curry to salmon rice soup.
The shop also has Japanese grocery items, bento, baked goods and sake.
With a 4.5-star rating out of 14 reviews on Yelp, Giraffe Japanese Deli has been getting positive attention.
Yelper Lily Z. wrote, "Giraffe captured my full attention when I saw pictures on Instagram of their egg/katsu sandwich. ... This little cute restaurant is inside the Cargo store, and there is a seating area. The sandwich was amazing!"
Tiva F. noted, "Everything tasted fresh and delicious. ... Nice service and a very relaxing and beautiful space."
Giraffe Japanese Deli is open from 11 a.m.–6 p.m. daily.
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