Wagaya, which also has a sister restaurant in West Midtown, is arguably the most popular dinner spot in Emory Village, and for good reason. With affordable prices (most things under $20) and a book-length Japanese menu, we’re always down to squeeze into the noisy, close quarters. If you must have three feet of personal space at all times or have no patience to wait on a table, be here before 6pm. For sushi, get the Devil’s Breath roll (the spicy aioli adds a kick) and watch as the tuna topping is blowtorched right at your table. Another must is the classic tonkotsu with a rich broth and thin, salty slices of pork belly. After a few rolls and a few sips of the fruity Wednesday Cat (or any of their Japanese craft beers), your shoulders may relax and the chatter and activity start to feel comforting.