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Kobe Express Japanese Cuisine is a premier Japanese restaurant and Asian restaurant in Hartwell, GA, offering an authentic culinary experience. Located at 960 E Franklin St, Hartwell, GA 30643, our restaurant serves a wide range of traditional Japanese dishes, sushi, and Asian fusion cuisine in a cozy and inviting atmosphere. Our chefs use only the freshest ingredients to craft each dish, ensuring a delightful and satisfying meal. Whether you're in the mood for sushi, ramen, or udon, our menu has something for everyone. Come visit us today and indulge in a flavorful journey through Japan!

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Kobe Express Japanese Cuisine serves authentic Japanese dishes in a cozy atmosphere. Reviewers rave about the fresh sushi, generous portions, and attentive service. Some mention that the prices are slightly higher than expected, but overall, it's a great spot for a satisfying meal.

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Yelp: 4.5/5

Google Reviews: 4.4/5

TripAdvisor: 4.5/5

OpenTable: 4.5/5

Zomato: 4.3/5

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Floyd Rager
Floyd Rager -Google user
a week ago
What a hidden gem. The Sushi is great for that matter all their food is great. Wonderful lunch specials they even have sushi specials weekly. Service Take out Meal type Dinner Price per person $10–20 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes Sushi, Steamed Dumplings, Hibachi Shrimp & Scallop, Shrimp Fried Rice
Dana Hood
Dana Hood -Google user
a year ago
Surprisingly, good little place. This was a halfway point meeting with some friends! The food was decent and we were surprised to find they serve alcohol. We will be back. Service Dine in Meal type Dinner Price per person $20–30 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 3 Recommended dishes Sushi Recommendation for vegetarians Highly recommend Vegetarian offerings Vegetarian menu or section Vegetarian...Read More
Lakisha Bronner
Lakisha Bronner -Google user
a year ago
Kobe Express food is ALWAYZ gudd I had the Teriyaki Chicken and Shrimp with Fried Rice with carrots which are so gudd and they are also running a drink specials also the atmosphere is great and so are the people and service 🥰🥰🥰 Go ahead...Read More
R T
R T -Google user
10 months ago
The lady at the window slammed the window when I didn't tip her for handing me my food and got home and realized they gave me the wrong order. The food was very bland and not that good. Service Take out Meal type Dinner Price per person $1–10
Wayne Cain
Wayne Cain -Google user
2 years ago
Good food and good atmosphere! Service was very good as well Service Di… More
Wayne Cain
Wayne Cain -Google user
2 years ago
Good food and good atmosphere! Service was very good as well Service Dine in Meal type Dinner Price per person $10–20 Food: 4 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 4 Recommended dishes Sushi
Ashonte Watkins
Ashonte Watkins -Google user
a year ago
Good food and good drinks. Great service. Drinks and food are not overly pricey. Service… More
Malakhi Heard
Malakhi Heard -Google user
2 years ago
HANDZ DOWN THE BEST RESTAURANT IN SMALL HARTWELL, GA VERY UNDERATTED GOOD FOOD FOR THE MONEY WOULD LOVE TO SEE THEM GET THE CREDIT DESERVED!!! More
Ashonte Watkins
Ashonte Watkins -Google user
a year ago
Good food and good drinks. Great service. Drinks and food are not overly pricey. Service Dine in Meal type Dinner Price per person $30–50 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes Hibachi Chicken and Shrimp, Hibachi Steak & Shrimp, Spring Egg Roll, Chicken Fried Rice Parking space Plenty of parking
Malakhi Heard
Malakhi Heard -Google user
2 years ago
HANDZ DOWN THE BEST RESTAURANT IN SMALL HARTWELL, GA VERY UNDERATTED GOOD FOOD FOR THE MONEY WOULD LOVE TO SEE THEM GET THE CREDIT DESERVED!!! Service Take out Meal type Dinner Price per person $10–20
Linsey Marchbanks
Linsey Marchbanks -Google user
a week ago
Affordable and delicious! Our food came out fast and the sushi was very fresh. The place could use some updating but no complaints when the food is good! Service Dine in Meal type Dinner Price per person $20–30 Food: 5 Service: 3 Atmosphere: 3 Recommended dishes Sushi
Rachel James
Rachel James -Google user
a month ago
We walked in and we should’ve walked back out but my toddlers needed food ASAP. It’s a mess in there, seats are torn, everything is old, but we know hartwell doesn’t have anything better these days. We order the kids noodles, crab Rangoon (came out...Read More
Kat Bell
Kat Bell -Google user
6 months ago
The waitress took our order. We waited a reasonable amount of time. She brought two plates out and both were wrong. She took them back, walked around a few minutes, brought three plates to our table, all three were wrong. She then told me mine...Read More
Kalei Guest
Kalei Guest -Google user
a month ago
Best lunchtime sushi deal. 3 rolls for $13. Always friendly staff Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5
Kagan Andrew
Kagan Andrew -Google user
a year ago
Servers are always kind and friendly. Rolls are already very reasonably priced, but if you make it for the lunch special they are incredibly affordable! Fish always tastes very fresh, and the few bar drinks I’ve sampled are delicious. All in all, this is our...Read More
Tracy
Tracy -Google user
9 months ago
This has become a weekly place to dine. They have a variety of food and the food is phenomenal. The prices are so affordable and the staff is so friendly. The atmosphere here makes me feel at home the whole vibe I get is caring,...Read More
Hannah Merced
Hannah Merced -Google user
11 months ago
Every time I’ve come to this restaurant I’ve had a great experience…until last night. Me and my husband walked in, the sign said seat yourself, so we did. Then we sat and watched two other tables come in, be sat, and be served. All while...Read More
Sarah Jordan
Sarah Jordan -Google user
3 months ago
Visited Hartwell about a week ago and ate at Kobe with my friends. This was the only place I went out to eat and 2 days later I got so sick. More
Judy D
Judy D -Google user
10 months ago
Found this great Japanese restaurant, Kobe Express ,and our waitress Madeline was so kind and very polite. The special,Teriyaki chicken,was a large portion and we will enjoy it again. Best prices around. First time in this town and so glad we chose here. More
Ashley Martin
Ashley Martin -Google user
2 weeks ago
I used to LOVE this place. I am not sure what has changed... Service Tak… More
Trey Oursler
Trey Oursler -Google user
a year ago
This place is completely worth the price! They are not trying to be something they are not therefore the prices are lower than other Hibachi grills and the food is just as good as the others. The vegetables are on point and the Yum Yum...Read More
Army Mom
Army Mom -Google user
a year ago
The place is just so dated, unkept and falling apart so bad, I wanted to walk out at first sight. Old menus are so worn, you can't see what's on them, looks like a bullet hole in the window, torn seats, etc. Just looks sketchy...Read More
Custom Puzzles By Gia
Custom Puzzles By Gia -Google user
10 months ago
Doesn’t look like much from the outside however huge portions made fresh, compliments to the chef…everything was delicious. From one foodie to another give this place a day in court! More
Hannah Merced
Hannah Merced -Google user
11 months ago
Every time I’ve come to this restaurant I’ve had a great experience…until last night. Me and my husband walked in, the sign said seat yourself, so we did. Then we sat and watched two other tables come in, be sat, and be served. All while...Read More
Sarah Jordan
Sarah Jordan -Google user
3 months ago
Visited Hartwell about a week ago and ate at Kobe with my friends. This was the only place I went out to eat and 2 days later I got so sick. Food: 1 Service: 2 Atmosphere: 2
Judy D
Judy D -Google user
10 months ago
Found this great Japanese restaurant, Kobe Express ,and our waitress Madeline was so kind and very polite. The special,Teriyaki chicken,was a large portion and we will enjoy it again. Best prices around. First time in this town and so glad we chose here. Food: 5 Service:...Read More
Ashley Martin
Ashley Martin -Google user
2 weeks ago
I used to LOVE this place. I am not sure what has changed... Service Take out Meal type Lunch Price per person $20–30 Food: 2 Service: 1
Trey Oursler
Trey Oursler -Google user
a year ago
This place is completely worth the price! They are not trying to be something they are not therefore the prices are lower than other Hibachi grills and the food is just as good as the others. The vegetables are on point and the Yum Yum...Read More
Army Mom
Army Mom -Google user
a year ago
The place is just so dated, unkept and falling apart so bad, I wanted to walk out at first sight. Old menus are so worn, you can't see what's on them, looks like a bullet hole in the window, torn seats, etc. Just looks sketchy...Read More
Custom Puzzles By Gia
Custom Puzzles By Gia -Google user
10 months ago
Doesn’t look like much from the outside however huge portions made fresh, compliments to the chef…everything was delicious. From one foodie to another give this place a day in court! Service Dine in Meal type Lunch Price per person $10–20 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes Teriyaki Chicken with Ailoi Sauce, Sushi

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