Best Japanese Restaurants in Fort Greene
2 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Ikigai
A kaiseki-inspired tasting menu in a townhouse setting that pairs seasonal cooking with a community-focused mission.
Notable Picks
#1
Ikigai
8.7
Ikigai is a kaiseki-style tasting menu restaurant in a Fort Greene townhouse where a seasonal progression of small plates is served at a long counter after a tea-room welcome. The experience feels intimate and quietly celebratory, with a mission-driven approach that connects fine dining to local food-rescue work.
Must-Try Dishes:
Seasonal Kaiseki Tasting, Black Truffle Tamagoyaki, Sashimi Course
What Makes it Special: A kaiseki-inspired tasting menu in a townhouse setting that pairs seasonal cooking with a community-focused mission.
#2
Mito
8.4
Mito is a high-ceilinged Japanese fusion lounge by BAM where sushi sets, signature rolls, and grilled dishes share space with cocktails and a value-focused three-course menu. It functions as a flexible pre- and post-show hangout that feels polished without being stiff.
Must-Try Dishes:
Mito Sashimi for 2, Chef’s Sushi Set, Four Ways: Tuna
What Makes it Special: A large, lively modern Japanese room steps from BAM with sushi, grills, and cocktails under one roof.