42 Best Sushi Bars in Boston

“Always great food! We always hit this spot when we are in or going through Boston!“

“This restaurant experience was refined, very pleasant, and tasty the whole way through. We were sat immediately even without a reservation and treated to complementary edamame mousse which was unique and light. We then ordered a few delicious sushi rolls with the highlight being the Waygu Beef - which even makes my mouth water now thinking about it. We really enjoyed the ambiance and the staff was incredibly tentative and kind. Perfect for a date night!“

“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.“

“Some of the highest quality fish I've had in the Boston area outside of Uni and Oya. The only thing they need to fix is the pace (one person shouldn't get multiple rolls at once and the nori should always arrive crisp) and order (leanest to fattiest)“

“Celebrating Father's Day. Food was wonderful drinks was great and our waitress was very attentive. Loved it!“

“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“

“The food was amazing, subtle flavors with every bite. The restaurant itself is cute, with modern vibes. Walk through Shore Leave to find it. Chef Vincent Cheng and his assistant prepared every “bite” (14 in total) in front of us. At the end of the set menu, we could order more bites (at extra cost) if still hungry. Expensive but sublime.“

“I am simply amazed at the quality and presentation of the dining selections at this wonderful addition to Kenmore square. The service is top notch. You'll only be a stranger here once.“

“Nice and chill environment.“

“Food was solid high quality sushi with creative preparation and freshness. Menu can be overwhelming so I’d advise having a look before you go there. Our server was lively and informative. Prices are generally high but acceptable for the occasional visit or event. The decor was modern and comfortable.

Parking: We lucked out finding parking a few blocks away but it would have taken a while had we not happen upon the space. Make sure you leave enough time to park.

Kid-friendliness: Perfectly acceptable for kids as it’s not a quiet environment, but you probably wouldn’t want to as it is upscale and everyone is seated.“

“Excellent sushi and pretty good wine. Would go again. Would I do a 30+ min detour just to dine here? Probably not, hence 4 of 5 stars. So if you are in the area: good choice.“

“As good as it gets for sushi around Boston. Super fresh, good amount of options but not overwhelming. Poke bowls are awesome as well. Any time I pick it up directly the staff are super nice and helpful as well. If you’re looking for top-quality sushi, without paying downtown prices, order it here.“

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

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

“What might one expect from a a subterranean sushi den featuring the all-star Kenta Katagai? Nothing but the best, of course! Chef Katagai belongs to an inner circle of the world's grand masters, channelling all his passion and expertise into his sushi, shaping each and every piece to perfection in view of diners. The decor and service, just like the meal, elevate the silence and purity of the materials used.
ありがとう - arigatō.“

“Deluxe Sashimi Platter ⭐️ It was great! It's really fresh and there are a lot of varieties, except for the sea urchin, which is a bit fishy Octopus Carpaccio ⭐️ The seasoning is very refreshing and the octopus is very chewy, I love it Torched Japanese Scallop ⭐️ It was very light, I couldn't really taste the seasoning, but it was very tender Unagi Don ⭐️ A friend ordered this. Gyu Don + Onsen Egg ⭐️ The beef is very juicy and the onsen egg is very flavorful“

“Yosselin was our server and she was the best! She was super sweet and understandable of our bad English.

Vegetarian options: Super nice

Dietary restrictions: Absolutely wonderful

Parking: Perfect“

“Beautifully plated and always delicious. The staff is phenomenal and caring and attentive and the owner is a wonderful man. Always goes above and beyond to make sure customers are happy“

“Good food! Friendly staff! Definitely will be back.“

“Sleeper gem!! I had the sushi deluxe and my friend had the crispy salmon and toro truffle roll. Rare to find a good deal, fresh fish, attentive service and sushi rice done right in Boston :)

Also a cozy atmosphere inside, for a relaxing meal in comfortable surroundings. They have gluten free soy sauce and can note an allergy when preparing your meal.

Dietary restrictions: Gluten free“

“Great atmosphere, excellent food, unique drink menu, fabulous music, great vibes“

“Great service and excellent/affordable food. Try the miso soup (I added tofu), the chicken basil fried rice, the veggie spring rolls, and the red/massaman curries. We have visited here a few times now and it definitely won't be the last. Cheap drinks available too!“

“I enjoyed everything I had here. Only thing mid was the pork katsu. Kaarage chicken, takoyaki and sweet potato tempura were hits, along with the mango cake.

Service was great--attentive and friendly.

I'd go back.“

“What a fantastic little sushi spot. I've lived all over Cambridge, Brookline and the South End and no sushi spot can compare to this one. Joe, the owner, is super friendly. Sushi is REALLY good here, fresh and delicious. Most of the bad reviews here are for non-sushi items. If you stick to the sushi, this place is a gem. They are also amazing about allergies. Highly recommend!“

“Fantastic from start to finish! We arrived 20 minutes early to our reservation for 8 and we were seated immediately. Our server/bartender, Niles, was amazing, patient with our group and very knowledgeable, and helped us choose some great drinks. Apps were delivered to the table in a timely manner while dinner took a bit longer but it was before a concert so not a big deal, and it was nice to not feel rushed. Most of the table ordered ramen for dinner and it did not disappoint. Rich flavors and the perfect amount of spice with a good noodles/toppings to broth ratio. Between all of us, we tried a good amount of items of the menu but my favorites (for now) were the: Morimoto Daiginjo sake (do yourself a favor and order the 10 ounce) Karaage small plate Spicy Tan-Tan ramen“

“The greatest sushi in Boston hands down. I absolutely love this place. I've been coming here for years, and no matter how many new sushi restaurants I try, I always wind up back at Symphony Sushi. Highest marks. Highest possible recommendation.“

“Just had a fantastic dinner at Ruka.. our first visit! Our server, Mike, was outstanding! Funny & made excellent recommendations! We (2 people) shared the crispy rock shrimp sushi, tuna poke, lomi lomi sushi, seared bok choy, and wagyu steak. For dessert we had the fried dough! Holy cow, everything was amazing!!! I look forward to coming to Ruka again!“

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

“It's almost the only Mazesoba restaurant in downtown Boston, and the rolls and Mazesoba are delicious!! However, the inside of the store is small and there is a long line on weekend evenings, so you have to wait outside and it is very cold in the winter.“

“We tried making rolls and they were really good. Freshly prepared and reasonably priced. Service is more geared towards delivery and looked under staffed. Atmosphere is an opportunity. The sitting area is decent and entry etc can be improved.“

“The best in Boston.“

“Recently changed owners hence the name change from Sushi Time to Umami Sushi. My go to was the Spicy Salmon Don from Sushi Time at an incredibly affordable price. To my surprise, I learned that Sushi Time has changed to Umami Sushi and the price had gone significantly up! I tried my go to meal anyways, but unfortunately did not taste the same. :( Friendly workers though. Maybe I'll try something else but I miss Sushi Time!“

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

“I really enjoy dining at Yamato II and usually get the All You Can Eat Sushi. You get appetizers and desert included with this option. The menu is more than sufficient and the food is always fresh and the service is quick. All sushi is made after you order. Great place for a date or to sit at the bar and enjoy a nice drink with sushi.“

“Definitely we will repeat! We selected the Fall foliage special roll with crab, salmon, tuna… and the savor is woaa! Fantastic! It is the best sushi place close to Seaport! The food hall with the DJ is a great option for a Saturday afternoon!“

“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.“

“An amazing sushi restaurant with fresh, high-quality ingredients and a wide variety of options. The staff is always friendly and attentive, and the service is quick and efficient. Every time I dine here, it’s a fantastic experience. The presentation of the dishes is beautiful, and the flavors are consistently outstanding. I highly recommend this place to anyone who loves sushi or is looking for a great dining experience!“

“A new style of food, and I loved it. I got a sushi burrito with sashimi salmon; it was delicious! Definitely worth the money and would go again. The place is very clean and nice (and has conveniently placed Bank of America and Citizens Bank ATMs). They also have great milk tea with boba. Definitely would go again and recommend to a friend.“

“I used to come here all the time when I worked on the other end of Tremont Street. The Thai waitress is no longer there and it remains a takeout place principally but you can sit down and eat. The atmosphere is nice enough.In my last visit, I ordered the Kimchi chegue (Kimchi stew). It was decent but didn't measure up to my memory of stopping into mom and pop restaurants in Korea. And, how could it? The broth had a tomato and cracked pepper feel and didn't have the kimchi base I miss. I like that beef is an option -- in Korea, there is only pork -- but it had a weird texture, like it was missing a browning/caramelization.In short, it wasn't the trip down memory land that I hoped it would be but there's some good grub there, for sure -- I saw people get it -- so I will be back again but I'll mix it up and get something different.“

“This restaurant is so good, it is my first time here and I am impressed. The flavor is very authentic Asian, my favorite was the mango crispy duck and the pai thai. The pai tai tastes sweet and sour, the flavor is clean and refreshing. The duck is tender, the skin is crispy, and the sauce is similar to curry, and there is only a hint of spicy. I also like the fried chicken, it is crispy and juicy, and the sweet and spicy sauce just add a perfect layer of the taste. The curry were also really good, we had red curry with beef and green curry with seafood. I didn’t try the red curry but my friend love it. And my green curry is a definite recommendation, the seafood with curry taste perfect, there is a hint of spicy although it was mild. We had Ice Thai tea, both regular and green tea ones. And I love the green tea one, it is new. The service was really good, love it.“