7 Best Sushi Bars near Desert Hot Springs

“Be prepared, their specialty rolls are HUGE. We went in the middle of the afternoon so it wasn’t crowded, but it was still shocking how quickly our food came out. Barely had time to finish my first Kiran beer. Three Specialty rolls was all we could manage and we left stuffed. Fish smelled and tasted very fresh, and the combination of ingredients and sauces on top made all three very tasty. Felt like the prices were very fair, especially considering the portion size, and the staff couldn’t have been more attentive and friendly. Wouldn’t think of getting good sushi in the desert, but you can if you come here.“

“Best sushi restaurant in DHS! Drove down from yucca valley just to try this place out! Did not disappoint! Quality of sushi is top tier! I’m very picky when it comes to sushi and this place lives up to their restaurant name Best sushi and grill! Our server Kay was amazing! She was so kind, and the best server we’ve had in a while. If you try this place out you won’t be disappointed! Definitely will be back!“

“Very friendly staff, very delicious food, great sushi and udons.“

“Great food & drinks plus 1“

“I ordered take out. I searched google maps, 3 separate times, because I thought there was a mistake (there was, but google maps would not say differently). I ended up driving an extra hour, to Palm Desert and back. Apparently it was their previous location which google maps had not updated. Yes, I was very irritated by the time I received my food. Understand, the location is in downtown Palm Springs. The take out food was very good.“

“Superb quality! Apart from Shabu Shabu in Rancho Mirage, this is the real Japanese sushi restaurant in Palm Springs!“

“We had such a wonderful dinner at Sandfish. The outdoor patio is absolutely lovely — relaxed, stylish, and perfect for a cozy evening out. The staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming, which made the entire experience even better. Our drinks were also excellent and beautifully balanced.

We started with the tuna tostadas, and they were phenomenal. The tostadas were perfectly thin and crisp, providing the ideal texture to complement the fresh tuna on top. Every bite had that satisfying crunch paired with bright, clean flavors.

Next came the yellowtail crudo, which was delicate and refreshing, followed by the Sandfish roll. The fried potato threads on the roll were such a fun and delicious touch — crispy, savory, and incredibly addictive. We also ordered the Koko roll, and both rolls were exceptionally fresh and packed with flavor. You can really taste the quality of the fish.

To end the evening, we had the white chocolate and chai cremeux, and oh my — it was the perfect finale. Creamy, aromatic, and just the right level of sweetness.

If you’re a seafood lover, this is absolutely a spot worth checking out. Fresh fish, creative rolls, great drinks, and a beautiful patio — what more could you ask for?“