Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Waza Sushi & Ramen, Sumi and Ikigai, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Find upscale japanese restaurants in Clinton Hill. Great japanese food that fits your budget.
Clinton Hill's Upscale Japanese Destinations
Clinton Hill is home to a sophisticated selection of Japanese dining destinations that blend traditional techniques with modern Brooklyn elegance. From the intimate chef-led experiences at Koi Omakase and Sumi to the refined seasonal plates at Wasan and Yamashiro, this neighborhood offers an exceptional range of high-end flavors. Whether you are seeking the precision of U-Gu or a thoughtful moment at Matchaful, these upscale spots provide the perfect backdrop for a memorable evening of authentic artistry.
30 restaurants in Best Upscale Japanese Restaurants in Clinton Hill | Upscale Japanese Food
- Waza Sushi & Ramen · rated 5/5: Japanese.
- Sumi · rated 5/5: Japanese.
- Ikigai · rated 5/5: Japanese.
- Ishi · rated 4.8/5: Japanese.
- Koi Omakase · rated 4.8/5: Japanese.
- BOWL · rated 4.8/5: Japanese.
- Muteki Udon · rated 4.7/5: Japanese.
- Chef Katsu Brooklyn · rated 4.7/5: Japanese.
- T-Swirl Crepe · rated 4.6/5: Japanese.
- Sumi · rated 4.6/5: Japanese.
- Zhongzhong Noodles - Brooklyn · rated 4.6/5: Chinese.
- Karasu · rated 4.5/5: Japanese.
- Teriyaki Bowl · rated 4.5/5: Japanese.
- Koto Sushi · rated 4.4/5: Japanese.
- Sumi Sushi · rated 4.4/5: Japanese.
- Yamashiro · rated 4.4/5: Japanese.
- Momo Ramen · rated 4.4/5: Japanese.
- Chuko · rated 4.3/5: Japanese.
- Wasan · rated 4.3/5: Japanese.
- U-Gu · rated 4.3/5: Japanese.
- Poke Zone · rated 4.3/5: Japanese.
- PokéBowl Station - Barclays Center · rated 4.3/5: Japanese.
- Wasan Brooklyn · rated 4.3/5: Japanese.
- Waza Sushi & Ramen · rated 4/5: Japanese.
- 66S Fusion · rated 4/5: Japanese.
- Hiroto Sushi · rated 4/5: Japanese.
- Chuko · rated 4/5: Japanese.
- Yamashiro · rated 4/5: Japanese.
- Matchaful · rated 4/5: Japanese.
- MOTTSU Japanese cuisine · rated 3.9/5: Japanese.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.







