Plotted 4 of 4 venues in Santa Cruz from live position data.

Best Japanese Restaurants in Santa Cruz, California

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Honouring the top spots in Santa Cruz.

A table worth seeking out. Meet the restaurants leading the current rankings in Santa Cruz, California, and discover what puts each one at the top.

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67.1
#1

Santa Cruz California

Shogun Japanese Restaurant

For a relaxed meal, Shogun Japanese Restaurant is a casual choice.

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57.0
#2

Santa Cruz California

Daisuki Octagon Sushi

For your next night out, Daisuki Octagon Sushi is a casual choice.

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52.7
#3

Santa Cruz California

Zen Musubi

For dinner with friends, Zen Musubi is a local option.

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Top Places in Santa Cruz

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#1

Shogun Japanese Restaurant

Santa Cruz, California

1
67.1
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Illustrative image: Intimate chef counter at a fine dining restaurant
#2

Daisuki Octagon Sushi

Santa Cruz, California

1
57.0
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Illustrative image: Atmospheric courtyard restaurant in warm evening light
#3

Zen Musubi

Santa Cruz, California

1
52.7
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#4

SUSHI MORI

Santa Cruz, California

1
44.6
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On the rise in Santa Cruz.

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#1

Shogun Japanese Restaurant

Santa Cruz, California

67.1
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#2

Daisuki Octagon Sushi

Santa Cruz, California

57.0
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#3

Zen Musubi

Santa Cruz, California

52.7
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