50 Best Sushi Bars in Boston

“amazing food. INCREDIBLE service. can not say enough good things about my experience there last night.“

“Matsunori is a comfort spot I keep going back to. Boston is definitely lacking in terms of handroll places, so the opening of this spot was a win, for sure. The fish quality is pretty good and each handroll is crafted with care (in terms of ingredients pairing). I personally really love the OG miso cod, Eel with foie gras, Mango salmon, and Spicy tuna. All the ingredients mesh perfectly together without overpowering the ⭐ of the show (the fish).

While they don’t offer reservations and are usually super busy (weekdays&weekends), today we got there around 7pm (on a weekday) and there was no wait, which was nice. Our server, Duc, was so attentive and helpful. Rolls came out super quick, as always. Definitely recommend checking this place out!!“

“Best authentic Sushi I had in the US! They brought Sushi chefs from Japan! 🇯🇵“

“Nice and chill environment.“

“Here’s a polished review you can post:

Tried Pokeworks at Quincy Market in Boston and honestly wish I found this place sooner! The market itself was super crowded and a bit overstimulating on a Saturday night, and the location was slightly hard to find because it was packed with people — but that’s definitely more about Quincy Market being busy than the restaurant itself.

I did a collect order and highly recommend doing that because my food was ready straight away with no waiting around. The portions were EXTREMELY generous and definitely good value for money. I got the poke salad bowl with tuna and prawns and added literally every topping possible (which was great because there were so many included at no extra cost). Everything tasted fresh and filling, and I was seriously impressed by how much food I got.

Left feeling very full and very satisfied. Would absolutely go back again!“

“The food at Fuji is outstanding. Far and away the best fusion Japanese food in Newton and around.“

“Best udon noodles ever 🥰 beef with kimchi nice and warm on a rainy day.“

“Love it! Ingredients were fresh and the sushi rice was delicious! Will definitely return 😋“

“The atmosphere, food, service and the team that works there are great. I will go back to try more of the delicious menu items.“

“We made reservations online for the Omaska. It was $300 which broke down to $120 per person with tip and tax. The tables were perfectly space out. They gave us a 2 hour limit which was enough time for the 12 course Omaska. Presentation on everything was amazing. Each course was fresh and delicious in their own way. It was hard to hear the man over his mask so I couldn't get any names. We had uni, tuna belly, scallops, and more. All the Courses were small but packed with favor. You can take there was attention to detail in the ingredients and presentation. Definitely, worth the money was a special event like a birthday. Would definitely come back“

“We came to Cactus Club Boston to celebrate my best friend’s birthday and had such a great time! The atmosphere was so fun and beautiful, the food was really good, and the drinks were amazing. Everything was perfect for a birthday celebration and we had such a fun night together. The staff was also so friendly and attentive. Definitely a great place for a celebration or a night out with friends!“

“I came from all the way from Hong Kong to try this sushi, and I was not disappointed. The salmon…sublime. The chef has complete mastery of every flavor under the sun, and has produced a symphony of tastes for this humble peasant to experience. I might have to consider joining a religion now, as my experience here was nothing short of a holy pilgrimage. Oh and the Thai Tea was alright too I guess. 10.67/10. Customer service was reminiscent of the fleet of butlers at Buckingham Palace. They should double their cashier’s salary. I wish LeBron were here with me to experience this…“

“Friendly service with awesome sushi. Best around town.“

“This mazesoba was the best meal my family and I had on our short trip to Massachusetts!! The bowls themselves were gorgeous, and the noodles were perfect to match. The decor of the restaurant is also very beautiful and inviting. The vegan mazesoba is amazing, a must try if you’re in the area and looking for a filling meal!“

“Wonderful atmosphere, food and service. Able to accommodate food restrictions. Highly recommended!“

“Had a memorable experience ! The food was really fresh and beautifully presented. The service was quick and amazing. All staff had great food knowledge as well. Perfect for date night or a girls night out. Would highly recommend to add this spot to your eats list, and I would definitely be coming back!“

“Great small plates, gyoza, soft shell crab, maki is excellent Mt Fuji a favorite. Delicious drinks, fried green tea ice cream hard to find in New England!“

“2 floors. Walking in from Temple Street you have the option to dine upstairs with a limited menu and cocktail forward experience while listening to vinyl. If Sushi is what you came for, you’ll be brought downstairs. Both spaces are narrow giving you an Intimate dining/cocktail experience. Nostalgia on the walls of retro music and items. My experience was downstairs where I ordered the 5 Kan Mori, Hamachi Maki, Negi Toro and I can’t remember the name but it had Mackerel that was torched. All of it was excellent. The Hamachi Maki and Negi Toro comes with wasabi and soy already added to the rolls, however I asked for extra wasabi based on preference. Worth the experience.“

“A best kept secret. I work in a corporate office downtown, and this is one of my favorite spots for lunch.

Food is delicious. I 1000% recommend the double salmon maki and dragon maki.

Service is quick and friendly. Everything is made fresh. Space is clean. Convenient location too.

And it’s not overwhelmingly busy/slow unlike other spots downtown during the lunch rush, which is why this is a go-to for me.“

“The food is amazing and the service was outstanding. Very friendly and quick.“

“Got a last minute seating and had a lovely experience dining at Yoshida. The interiors were so beautiful, atmosphere was peaceful and the service exceptional from the moment you walk in. The omakase was very high quality and generous. Thank you to Chef Tony and the team for the great experience.“

“Overall good with fun cocktails, but the space is kind of tight. While the food is good, the rolls came all at once so felt like we had to scarf down the rolls asap otherwise they would get soggy on the tray. Made it a bit harder to enjoy than like at Matsunori (I believe these are sister restaurants and their food was fresh in our memories) where the rolls are served one at a time. Bed tallow fries are always a hit.“

“Food was fantastic.

The reason I took off a star isn't a great reason because we didn't all for this up front, but they refused to give separate checks or split the check more than two ways (we asked for 3 since we couldn't get our own check), that was frustrating.“

“Mind-Blowing Culinary Experience at UNI Dining at UNI is nothing short of extraordinary. Chef Take's talent is truly remarkable, turning every dish into a masterpiece. The sashimi is unbelievably fresh, each slice practically melts in your mouth, showcasing the incredible quality and craftsmanship that UNI is known for. One of the standout dishes was the Foie Gras sushi with pop rocks and strawberry. The combination of flavors and textures was nothing short of genius—a perfect balance of richness, sweetness, and a playful pop that left me in awe. It’s a daring creation that speaks to Chef Take’s innovative spirit. My personal favorite, though, has to be the Toro topped with caviar. The buttery, luxurious texture of the Toro paired with the briny burst of caviar is an experience I won't soon forget. It's the kind of sushi that dreams are made of. The service at UNI is also top-notch. The staff is attentive, knowledgeable, and makes you feel like a VIP from start to finish. They are well-versed in the menu and make excellent recommendations, ensuring that your dining experience is seamless and memorable. UNI is, without a doubt, a dining destination that should be on every food lover’s bucket list. Chef Take’s talent shines through in every dish, making it an unforgettable experience.“

“Phenomenal restaurant, service was amazing, food was excellent, and location was top-tier. I don’t write reviews often, but I went out of my way to give this place 5 stars, that’s all you have to know. Highly recommend!!“

“Came here to try the new bubble tea line. The new favors were brown sugar, ube milk, Thai milk and matcha milk . We also grabbed the Fenway special and spicy Hawaiian. Staff was really friendly and helpful. The drinks were all Delicious. They came with matcha boba balls and brown sugar boba balls. My favorite definitely the ube milk. The Fenway Special was so spectacular. All the ingredients just went well together. The spicy mayo was definitely clutch on it. The spicy Hawaiian was a well balance of flavors and textures. It's a bit pricey but worth every penny for the quality. Definitely, will be back to get my poke bowl fix.“

“I went here after spending a lot of time at Bosso in Harvard Square and this place is just as amazing. It’s one of the few places in Boston to get truly authentic Japanese sushi, the location is great, the staff are awesome and it feels just like being back in Japan. I couldn’t recommend coming here enough!“

“In many ways the role of a food critique is a privileged one. Unfortunately I am not a licensed food critique. However if I was I would recommend this place. The seafood was unbelievably fresh and it would surprise me if they had a secret underground tunnel with direct access to the ocean to support their fish. With that said you would be a fool to ignore this place and not get any number of their items as they are at a great price and at the highest level of quality.“

“The food at Fuji is outstanding. Far and away the best fusion Japanese food in Newton and around.“

“Great experience. Ordered the sashimi bowl and it was an amazing about of food for the price. I wpuld have preferred only salmon (i guess i could have built my own) but the flavors in the pre-constructed bowl were so perfect i’m glad i went with that.

I liked how the inside of the store was spacious and not too busy. I was able to bring my stroller in no problem“

“5 stars all around! Moko has become our “go to” spot for dinner. Joy and staff always take great care of us. One of us is a vegetarian and there is plenty to eat for all. “The Southie” is a tried and true favorite! The gyoza are scrumptious, but it’s hard to single out one menu item.“

“Love them. Highly recommend the spicy eel coconut maki.“

“I celebrated my nomination this evening in this excellent restaurant. I am glad to say that we had a tremendous evening and the venue was definitely one of the reasons for this strong gathering. The stuff cooperated in a sweet manner, the meals were appetizing and my buddies were so cheerful. We shall surely come back again for more celebrations. Thank you very much.“

“Went here on a Monday night when most other places were closed.

We got the thai pancakes and the thai garden salad for appetisers. Super pleased with them.

For entrees we got the tofu pad thai and chicken ginger make your own thing. Pad thai was great. Chicken was a little boring but cant complain because i ate everything and almost licked the plate (can we normalise that please).

Also! The host, Dit, was great, thank you for being so awesome“

“I celebrated my PhD last night in this excellent restaurant. happy to tell that we had a enjoyable evening and the place was undoubtedly the reason for that outstanding gathering. The waiters collaborated in a very nice manner, the food was tasty and my buddies were so happy. We shall absolutely return for more joyful events. Thank you very much.“

“Basho is an incredible restaurant. The black cod is the best I’ve had and I have been around the world twice. I love your soup. The miso ramen is incredible the right amount of tofu spice and noodle makes it so delectable anything that ails you it will cure. The shrimp fried rice had nearly a dozen large shrimp in it the taste was sublime and full of vegetable, completely disheveled for easy consumption.. the pork Gyoza was just a vine, and the sauce that came with it was not salty, but added just the right amount of zippy flavor. Their cocktails are amazing and go without saying that they’re inventive and delicious as well as refreshing and light……. As always, I would will return to Basho even after these five years, it is one of the best restaurants in the fenway, and it is a must visit.!!!!!“

“The best in Boston.“

“Discovered yaba earlier this year on a whim and it quickly became my go to sushi takeout in Boston. I was intrigued by the high ranked reviews and packaging, then sold on the price and quality. Place is very unassuming from the outside, but you will not be disappointed.“

“So excited I got to enjoy the Roasted Turkey Sandwich today! Love the T.V. show & cookbooks so this visit was a bucket list item.“

“This place was a great find. Coming right off of being back in Japan, so you could say my expectations were low. Zaku did not disappoint. While I would not place them in the authentic camp, their flavors are spot on and notably their grilled fish prep, especially the hamachi kama, was done perfectly and a great value. They have some yakitori selections that might be less popular with western tastes, but those items also hit strong. I needed some starch so gave the duck fried rice a try - which I would not associate with a Japanese style, but was delicious nonetheless. Service was outstanding, drinks were refreshing and I only wish i had two stomachs. Well done!“

“Basho Express is a solid spot for quick and reliable sushi, especially if you’re looking for something fast around campus. The fish tastes fresh, the rolls are well-made, and portion sizes are surprisingly generous for the price. Service is usually quick and friendly, and it’s easy to grab takeout without a long wait. Some items can be a bit basic compared to full sushi restaurants, but for convenience, quality, and value, Basho Express definitely delivers. I’ll be coming back for quick lunch runs.“

“Wife and I stopped in on a whim for a quick bite for lunch.

Wife had a bowl of miso soup, we got a spicy tuna roll, vegetable tempura, and pork belly fried rice.

We agreed that it is our favorite fried rice in Boston.

Great food, great service, awesome atmosphere. Will be back!“

“Came here to try the new bubble tea line. The new favors were brown sugar, ube milk, Thai milk and matcha milk . We also grabbed the Fenway special and spicy Hawaiian. Staff was really friendly and helpful. The drinks were all Delicious. They came with matcha boba balls and brown sugar boba balls. My favorite definitely the ube milk. The Fenway Special was so spectacular. All the ingredients just went well together. The spicy mayo was definitely clutch on it. The spicy Hawaiian was a well balance of flavors and textures. It's a bit pricey but worth every penny for the quality. Definitely, will be back to get my poke bowl fix.“

“Ordered teriyaki chicken, rice, edamame and spring rolls. Everything was delicious! The spring rolls were extra yummy. 😋“

“I'm not a huge Thai fan but this place might change my mind. Three great dishes. And they came out so fast, they beat the appetizers. That was good because we were hungry. But not a place for a leisurely meal. Space is a cramped basement.“

“I've ordered takeout from Sushi Today twice, and the food has been delicious both times. However, the packaging could be improved. The sushi boxes were placed in a plastic bag without being secured, so they shifted around during delivery instead of staying neatly stacked.

The Uber Eats driver did his best to carry the bag carefully to prevent the containers from tipping over, but better packaging would make a big difference. Using a sturdier paper bag or securing the boxes inside the bag would help keep everything in place during transit.

Another issue I've noticed both times is that, despite ordering a large amount of sushi packed in four separate boxes, only one box came with pickled ginger (gari) and wasabi. I wish each sushi box included its own serving of wasabi and gari, as it's much more convenient when sharing or eating from different boxes.

The food is great—I just hope the restaurant improves its packaging and includes wasabi and gari with each sushi box for larger orders.“

“On our Wednesday Night Culinary 🧑‍🍳 Travels we ended up in Roslindale Village at The Village Sushi & Grill🥢. We sat outside on the Patio and were Greeted by our Waitress who was Welcoming and Helpful with Menu choices. She took our Drink and Appetizer orders for the 😋Tempura Starter, 😋Chicken on Skewer, 😋Don Shumai (deep fried), 😋Scallion Pancake, Sushi Starter, 😋Miso Soup,😋 Unagi (Eel) Sushi and an Entree of Bui-Go-Ki 😋. Everything was 😋 Delicious and Tasty. 😋 The Drinks were Ice Cold 🍷🍻. The Service was Excellent 👍.
Highly Recommend Village Sushi & Grill . ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“