Edo Japan, one of Canada’s premier fast-casual franchises known for its fresh, flavorful Japanese-inspired cuisine, has made its U.S. debut with the opening of Edo Japanese Grill in Chandler, Arizona.
“Bringing Edo Japanese Grill to the U.S. has been in the works for a while, and with the rising interest in teriyaki food, choosing the right location was key. We decided on Arizona as our starting point, and selected Chandler because of its sustained growth and reputation as a vibrant, welcoming community that continues to attract new residents,” says Dave Minnett, CEO of Edo Japan. “It’s the perfect place to introduce our unique, Japanese-inspired experience, bringing a taste of what’s already loved by millions.”
Similar to the Canadian franchise, Edo Japanese Grill will serve fresh teppanyaki-style meals inspired by the tastes, sights, and sounds of Japan. Edo Japanese Grill is known for preparing food fresh on a sizzling 450°F teppan grill, which sears the ingredients to perfection while locking in flavor. Meals are then topped off with Edo’s signature teriyaki sauce. As a convenient, family-friendly dining option with fresh choices, customers get a delicious, hot meal, served fast.
“We are very excited to share our beloved Canadian brand with our newest community in Chandler,” says Minnett. “We procure most of our ingredients and materials domestically, with many items sourced directly from distributors within Phoenix Valley. We do not foresee any pricing adjustments due to the tariffs.”
The cornerstones of Edo Japanese Grill’s high-quality menu are the signature shaved beef and teriyaki chicken bowls. The menu also includes specialties such as freshly made poke bowls, customizable bento boxes, Tokyo fried chicken, and bubble teas. A favorite among sushi lovers, Edo Japanese Grill offers a variety of delicious sushi, hand-rolled in-store daily, including California and dynamite rolls. Understanding that customers have unique tastes and preferences, almost every meal on the Edo menu can be customized. With additions such as cauliflower rice, Asian veggies and Yakisoba Noodles, Edo Japanese Grill’s customizable menu options aim to satisfy a variety of palates and preferences. The first Edo Japan restaurant opened in Calgary, Alberta, Canada in 1979 and its founder hailed from Japan. Today, the Canadian brand welcomes customers at over 200 locations across the country.
