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Izakaya Japanese Bar & Grill - Indianapolis, IN Japanese Restaurants
Izakaya Japanese Bar & Grill - Indianapolis, IN Japanese Restaurants
Izakaya Japanese Bar & Grill - Indianapolis, IN Japanese Restaurants
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IZAKAYA JAPANESE BAR & GRILL

(5.0 Score)
7325 East 96th Street,
Indianapolis, IN 46250 Directions

Specialty:

✓ Pork Egg Rolls ✓ Vegetable Spring Rolls ✓ Chicken Lettuce Wraps ✓ Edamame ✓ Gyoza ✓ Crab Rangoon ✓ Negimaki ✓ Asparagus Maki ✓ Shrimp Tempura ✓ Vegetarian Tempura ✓ Soft Shell Crab ✓ Rock Shrimp ✓ Harumaki ✓ Calamari Rings ✓ Agedashi Tofu ✓ Spicy Baked Mussel ✓ Yellowtail Jalapeño ✓ Avocado Bomb ✓ Tuna Tataki ✓ Wasabi Tuna ✓ Black Pepper Tuna ✓ Seaweed Salad ✓ Squid Salad ✓ Kani Salad ✓ Sunomono ✓ Spicy Crab Salad ✓ Baby Octopus Salad ✓ Salmon ✓ Tuna ✓ Albacore ✓ Super White Tuna ✓ Red Snapper ✓ Yellowtail ✓ Mackerel ✓ Scallop ✓ Surf Clam ✓ Squid ✓ Salmon Roe ✓ Fly Fish Roe ✓ Smelt Roe ✓ Fresh Water Eel ✓ Smoked Salmon ✓ Crab Stick ✓ Snow Crab ✓ Egg ✓ Shrimp ✓ Octopus

"Izakaya Japanese Bar & Grill serves inventive sushi rolls, hibachi performances by skilled chefs, and a range of signature cocktails. They offer fresh steak, sushi, and seafood prepared with attention to quality. The restaurant's comfortable atmosphere supports an enjoyable dining experience, complemented by a friendly staff. Izakaya Japanese Bar & Grill also has a full cocktail bar where guests can relax and choose from drinks such as the Asian Flitini or Tokyo Cosmo. They provide a private room that accommodates up to 40 people, suitable for special occasions. They offer free Wi-Fi and accept credit cards for payments. They also provide a variety of vegetarian dishes and a dedicated kids’ menu for younger diners.

2026 Update: Izakaya Japanese Bar & Grill provides a hibachi dining experience where meals are prepared and cooked in front of guests. Their menu includes a selection of sushi and hibachi dishes, catering to a variety of tastes while keeping prices aligned with the local market."

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Price:

Appetizer
Pork Egg Rolls (2 Pos) $3.50
Vegetable Spring Rolls (3 Pcs) $3.50
Chicken Lettuce Wraps $9
Edamame $6
Gyoza (6pc.) $7.50
Crab Rangoon (5pcs) $8
Negemaki $12
Asparagus Maki $12
Shrimp Tempura $11
Vegetarian Tempura $8
Soft Shell Crab $11
Rock Shrimp $10
Harumaki $12
Calamari Rings $10
Agedashi Tofu $7
Spicy Baked Mussel $10
Maki Sushi
Salmon Roll- $6
Tuna Roll $6.50
Yellowtail Roll- $6.50
Spicy Tuna Roll- $6.50
Spicy Salmon $6.50
Spicy Yellowtail Roll- $6.50
Spicy Shrimp Roll $6.50
Spicy Scallop Roll - $7
Spider Roll $11
Salmon Skin Roll $6
Eel Roll $7.50
Philly Roll $7.50
Golden Philly Roll $9
California Roll $6.50
Spicy California Roll $7.50
Golden California Roll $7.50
Shrimp Tempura Roll $10
Ifc Roll $6
Crabby Crab Roll $6

Contact:

(317) 915-8988

LUNCH:
Mon-Fri 11am - 3pm
DINNER:
Mon-Thu: 3pm - 9:30pm
Fri: 3pm - 10:30pm
Sat: 11:30am - 10:30pm
Sun: 11:30am - 9pm

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Sakura Japanese Restaurant - Indianapolis, IN Japanese Restaurants
Sakura Japanese Restaurant - Indianapolis, IN Japanese Restaurants
Sakura Japanese Restaurant - Indianapolis, IN Japanese Restaurants
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11+ YEARS IN TBR
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SAKURA JAPANESE RESTAURANT

(4.9 Score)
7201 North Keystone Avenue,
Indianapolis, IN 46240 Directions

Since 1987

Specialty:

✓ Sashimi ✓ Sunomono ✓ Takosu ✓ Seaweed Salad ✓ Tempura ✓ Shrimp Shumai ✓ Soft Shell Crab ✓ Kaki Fry ✓ Spicy Ika Rings ✓ Saba Shioyaki ✓ Salmon Shioyaki ✓ Salmon Miso Butter ✓ Ika Teriyaki ✓ Ika Maruyaki ✓ Takoyaki ✓ Tuna Tataki ✓ Yakitori ✓ Negimayaki ✓ Gyoza ✓ Wasabi Shumai ✓ Beef Karashi-ae ✓ Tatsutaage ✓ Steak Tataki ✓ Spicy Miso Chicken ✓ Agedashi Dofu ✓ Tofu Steak ✓ Ohitashi ✓ Gomaae ✓ Mushroom Teriyaki ✓ Edamame ✓ Tossed Salad ✓ Otoushi (Been Sprouts) ✓ Green Salad ✓ Sashimi Salad ✓ Tuna ✓ Salmon ✓ Salmon Skin Salad ✓ Steamed Rice ✓ Miso Soup ✓ Osumashi Soup

"Sakura Japanese Restaurant serves fresh noodles, sushi, and other traditional dishes. They are known for offering quality food, including classic and specialty sushi rolls, appetizers, and a variety of noodle and rice-based dishes. Sakura provides authentic flavors that appeal to many tastes. VIP coupons are available after purchasing any meal. The restaurant features a broad dinner menu with Japanese beers and sake. Their Chicken Cutlets Lunch consists of deep-fried boneless chicken with a crispy breading. Vegetarian options are available, and catering services are offered for private events. Sakura Japanese Restaurant is wheelchair-accessible and has high chairs for families with young children.

2026 Update: Sakura Japanese Restaurant is a casual spot offering sushi, teriyaki, and other Japanese favorites. The menu includes a range of sushi options such as nigiri, tuna, and California roll. In addition to fresh seafood, there is a variety of noodle and tempura dishes to enjoy."

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Price:

Appetizers
Sashimi $13.25
Kaki Fry $7.95
Ika Maruyaki $11.95
Sunomono $10.25
Takosu $10.25
Spicy Ika Ring $7.75
Saba Shioyaki $6.25
Shrimp Shumai $5.95
Tempura $7.95
Ika Teriyaki $7.75
Seaweed Salad $5.00
Salmon Shioyaki $8.25
Salmon Miso Butter $8.25
Softshell Crab $11.75
Takoyaki $5.95
Tuna Tataki $12.95
Yakitori $5.95
Wasabi Shumai $5.95
Steak Tataki $9.25
Negimayaki $6.95
Gyoza $5.95
Beef Karashi-Ae $6.25
Tatsutaage $6.75
Spicy Miso Chicken $6.75
Agedashi Tofu $5.50
Tofu Steak $5.50
Edamame $5.25
Mushroom Teriyaki $5.25
Ohitashi $5.50
Vegetable Tempura $7.25
Gomaae $5.50
Tossed Salad (Sm) $3.95
Tossed Salad (Lg) $6.95
Green Salad $7.95
Otoushi $4.50
Salmon Skin Salad $9.25
Sashimi Salad (Tuna) $15.25
Sashimi Salad (Salmon) $15.25

Contact:

(317) 259-4171

Tue-Thu: 11:30am - 2pm|5pm - 9pm
Fri-Sat: 11:30am - 2:30pm|5pm - 9:30pm
Sun-Mon: 5pm - 9pm

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Ramen Ray - Indianapolis, IN Japanese Restaurants
Ramen Ray - Indianapolis, IN Japanese Restaurants
Ramen Ray - Indianapolis, IN Japanese Restaurants
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RAMEN RAY

(4.9 Score)
5628 East 71st Street,
Indianapolis, IN 46220 Directions

Since 2015

Specialty:

✓ Tonkotsu Ramen ✓ Spicy Miso ✓ Miso ✓ Shoyu ✓ Black Garlic Tonkotsu ✓ Shio ✓ Pork Tan Tan Miso ✓ Spicy Shoyu ✓ Chicken Curry Ramen ✓ Oyako Miso Ramen ✓ Oyako Shoyu Ramen ✓ Spicy Chicken Curry Ramen ✓ Spicy Oyako Shoyu Ramen ✓ Spicy Oyako Miso Ramen ✓ Vegan Ramen ✓ Vegan Gyoza ✓ Vegan Miso ✓ Spicy Vegan Miso ✓ Vegan Shoyu ✓ Spicy Vegan Shoyu ✓ Rice ✓ Vegan Tofu Tan Tan Miso ✓ Ab Vegan Shoyu Noodle ✓ Mini Tofu Don ✓ House Chicken Gyoza ✓ Fried Rice ✓ Mini Chashu Don ✓ Beef Demi-Hash Rice ✓ Chicken Curry Rice ✓ Mini Curry Rice ✓ Mini Toritama Don

"Ramen Ray serves ramen and other Japanese dishes in a casual counter-service environment. The restaurant focuses on authentic Sapporo-style ramen from Hokkaido, Japan. Ramen Ray is a comfortable place to enjoy a well-presented bowl of soup and noodles. Most ingredients are sourced locally from farmers or imported directly from Japan. They offer a selection of Japanese drinks, desserts, and water, with self-refill available. High chairs are provided for children, and vegan dishes are available. Payment options include credit cards. Ramen Ray has wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating, and restrooms to ensure convenience and accessibility.

2026 Update: Ramen Ray offers delivery, takeout, catering, and vegan options. They serve both lunch and dinner, preparing broths by simmering pork and chicken bones along with fresh vegetables for over six hours daily in their kitchen. Gift cards are also available."

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Price:

Ramen
Tonkotsu (Pork Bone Broth) Ramen $18.50
Spicy Miso $18.50
Miso $17.50
Shoyu $17.50
Black Garlic Tonkotsu $18.50
Shio $17.50
Pork Tan Tan Miso $18.50
Spicy Shoyu $18.50
Chicken Curry Ramen $18.50
Oyako Miso Ramen $18.00
Oyako Shoyu Ramen $18.00
Spicy Chicken Curry Ramen $19.50
Spicy Oyako Shoyu Ramen $19.00
Spicy Oyako Miso Ramen $19.00
Vegan Miso $17.50
Spicy Vegan Miso $18.50
Vegan Shoyu $17.50
Spicy Vegan Shoyu $18.50
Vegan Tofu Tan Tan Miso $18.50
Ab Vegan Shoyu Noodle $15.50
Gyoza
6 Pcs - Vegan Gyoza $10.50
12 Pcs - Vegan Gyoza $20.00
6 Pcs - House Chicken Gyoza $8.75
12 Pcs - House Chicken Gyoza $17.00
Rice Dishes
Rice $2.00
Fried Rice $0.00+
Mini Chashu Don $8.50
Beef Demi-Hash Rice $15.50
Chicken Curry Rice $13.50
Mini Curry Rice $8.50

Contact:

(317) 288-7120 (317) 536-4259

Mon,Wed-Sat: 11:30am - 8pm
Sun: 11:30am - 3pm
Tue: Closed

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IZAKAYA JAPANESE BAR & GRILL REVIEWS

My husband and I had date night our first time ever there it was a great experience. We didn’t do the Hibachi experience but could still order from the menu it was awesome food was very good and tasty, customer service was great and atmosphere very inviting. We tried the Sake (hot) and I had tried a Saketini whoo too strong for me would recommend this place to anyone!!!

OMGoodness this is the best hibachi grill in the state from what I was hearing and after trying the food...I'll have to agree. I've been to others but none as delicious as this. The cook new exactly how to make our food and was even accommodating to those with allergies, work event. Will return delicious spicy dragon roll!!!

My wife and I went to this hibachi restaurant along with a group we called the lunch bunch. We're a group of old people living in an old folks home, and taken restaurants a few times a month. This was the best hibachi dinner that my wife and I have ever had. Especially the fried rice. The best ever.

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SAKURA JAPANESE RESTAURANT REVIEWS

Great Japanese restaurant that, thankfully, offers more than just sushi (though their sushi is also pretty good). The spicy miso chicken is definitely up there with the best things I've ever had there and I highly recommend it (if you like spicy food). There are only a few decent Japanese restaurants in the city and I would put Sakura up there among the best for what it is: simple, no frills, good Japanese food with an emphasis on sushi.

Super classic and tasty sushi, with a cozy neighborhood vibe. This place has been around for a long time and the quality, value, and service has been maintained. We ordered a bunch of sushi, udon, sukiyaki, and tonkatsu. Everything was absolutely delicious, and we couldn't have been more satisfied.

I loved this place. A low key place that serves traditional Udon and wonderful sushi! Their Sushi is quite modestly priced for the taste. Additionally, couple of servers that we had were very sweet. This place reminded me of my absolute favourite Japanese spot in Novi, MI.

RAMEN RAY REVIEWS

This is the best ramen I have found in indy. It's the second best ramen I have had. Best being in San Francisco. But I am so grateful for thus spot close to home. The flavors are incredible as is the service. The dining area could use some updates .. but the food is on point. I had the black garlic. And it was so good. Full of flavor all the way. The dumplings were fresh and incredible.. come eat here. Make thus place stay in business.. its a gem for the city.

This is some of the most delicious ramen I’ve had. Their broth is great and the noodles are perfectly made, and I haven’t disliked any dish I’ve tried here. The restaurant itself is very cute and inviting, it feels like a true mom and pop shop and the music is fun to listen to. The staff are incredibly friendly and inviting, and very hardworking. I never leave an empty bowl when I come here!

By far the best ramen I've found in the Indy area. I've been going here since they opened and they've always been consistent. That is hard to find nowadays. Friendly staff and the food is on point.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

IZAKAYA JAPANESE BAR & GRILL Total Inspection Points: 119/120
Reviews Accuracy of 3.0K: 9
Acknowledgments: 10
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Online Order: 10
Pricing: 10
Video: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

SAKURA JAPANESE RESTAURANT Total Inspection Points: 118/120
Acknowledgments: 9
Business Hours: 9
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Online Order: 10
Pricing: 10
Video: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

RAMEN RAY Total Inspection Points: 117/120
Experience: 8
Acknowledgments: 9
Business Hours: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Online Order: 10
Pricing: 10
Variety of Menu: 10
Video: 10