OCTOPUS JAPANESE RESTAURANT
OUR STORY
grounded in family, bold in flavor
Welcome to Octopus Japanese Restaurant, a proud, family-owned Japanese restaurant in the heart of Menlo Park, CA. As a local family business, we treat our community like guests in our own home, prioritizing fresh ingredients, full personality, and unmatched hospitality. Our menu balances traditional Japanese cuisine with creative fusion favorites. From fresh nigiri and sashimi to our famous signature specialty rolls, teriyaki, shioyaki, katsus,bento boxes, and comforting udon noodles, everything is prepared with care.
why octopus?
We were inspired by how the octopus moves—agile, flexible, and completely adaptable to its environment. Even as sea creatures, they remain bottom dwellers, completely 'grounded'. As a family, we wanted to bring that exact philosophy to our restaurant: staying grounded, focusing on the present moment, and serving our neighborhood with genuine care. In some mythology, the octopus is a legendary giant of the sea. We share that same bold confidence in what we do, and our family is prepared to make a real impact on the local Menlo Park dining scene—in the best way possible! Join us on El Camino Real Monday through Saturday evening to taste the difference.