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Press picks, until locals rank their own Top 5s. Sourced from the local food press. As seen in Where Y'at and Gambit (nola.com). Updated August 2026.
Mikimoto Restaurant · Carrollton
A longtime city sushi destination on South Carrollton in Carrollton, known for creative, New Orleans-themed roll names. Where Y'at counts it among the city's Japanese restaurants, and the room keeps a following for its inventive rolls and its long tenure as an Uptown sushi standby.
Rock-n-Saké Bar & Sushi · Warehouse District
An established sushi staple since 1998, known for innovative rolls like the Voodoo Queen and rotating weekly specials. Where Y'at counts it among the city's Japanese restaurants, and the Warehouse District room keeps a lively bar crowd alongside the sushi counter.
Hangout Ramen · Carrollton
A modern take on Japanese ramen and street food with vegetarian options, recognized among the city's ramen favorites. Where Y'at counts it among the city's Japanese restaurants, and the Carrollton kitchen builds bowls of ramen alongside small plates for a crowd that comes for the noodles.