Thoughtfully balanced trays with tender meats, crisp vegetables, fluffy rice, and sides like gyoza, offering a complete Japanese dining experience.
Hand-rolled sushi, maki, and sashimi made with quality ingredients, including popular options like California rolls and avocado maki.
Steaming bowls of udon or other noodles, topped with options like crispy chicken teriyaki, served well-seasoned and in generous portions.
Pre-prepared meals served fast for those in a hurry, perfect for a convenient city-centre lunch without compromising on taste.
Enjoy our food in our warm, wooden-table setting or grab it to go, with accommodating staff ready to serve.
super ambience, the service felt rushed the moment I entered - I understand I was late to go but in the span of my dish being served the place lost 2 tables for the same reason ; that apart the food was delicious and worth the buck!
Tucked along the busy streets of Belfast, Obento Japanese Express offers a comforting taste of Japan that instantly reminded me of Tokyo Tokyo back home in the Philippines. The moment you step inside, you’re greeted by warm lighting, wooden tables, and the unmistakable sight of soy sauce bottles waiting to be poured, simple details that bring a wave of nostalgia. Their menu celebrates Japanese comfort food at its finest. From fresh sushi to steaming bowls of noodles, what stood out most for me was their variety of bento box meals. Each tray feels thoughtfully balanced — tender meats, crisp vegetables, fluffy rice, and sides that round out the experience. It’s the kind of meal that doesn’t just fill you up, but satisfies you in that soulful, homey way. The atmosphere is unpretentious yet inviting, the kind of place where you can slow down, savor each bite, and feel like you’ve found a little piece of Japan in the middle of Belfast. Whether you’re craving a quick lunch or a comforting dinner, Obento is worth a visit.
The food experience was quite good in all aspects. I had sashimi sushi, sashimi, gyoza and others. It was way better quality than I expected. The only bad aspect was a very bad humour of one attendee, which almost spoiled the experience. The other one was really kind :)
Obento never disappoints! The gyoza that comes with the katsu chicken bento box is always so yummy and the portion is always so big I can’t ever finish it and it’s all reasonably priced. The sushi is also nice… I recommend the California roll.
Obento is a great place to have a quick lunch in the city centre. The food is pre prepared and served quite fast which is great if one is in a hurry. I visited Obento recently and ordered a Avocado Maki for a starter and chicken teriyaki udon noodles as a main. The Avocado Maki was well rolled, tasted fresh and had good seasoning. However, I would recommend as constructive feedback to change the seaweed roll as one can tell the quality of it did not match the rice or avocado. Nevertheless, the chicken teriyaki udon noodles that I ordered was delicious as well as being well seasoned and crispy. The portion size was quite good for value. The staff were also accommodating and friendly. I would definitely be back.

Authentic Japanese comfort food served fast and fresh in the heart of Belfast.
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Obento Japanese Express brings the soulful flavors of Japan to Belfast with a focus on fresh, comforting meals. Located at 17 Royal Ave, we specialize in bento boxes, sushi, noodles, and other Japanese classics, all prepared with care and served in a warm, inviting atmosphere. Whether you're craving a quick lunch or a satisfying dinner, our menu offers balanced, delicious options that transport you straight to Tokyo. With a 4.3-star rating from hundreds of happy customers, we pride ourselves on quality food at budget-friendly prices.
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