Best sushi in Boston

41 people recommend, 4 warn against itvia r/boston

Most people recommend Wa Shin, and many praise its omakase, with some singling out the fish. Several diners find it pricey, one says the cost does not justify repeat visits, and a separate diner calls its long, dressed-up omakase a poor fit for a delivery request. Several diners who have also been to 311 prefer Wa Shin, though a couple of diners favor 311's atmosphere and someone else finds the room quiet and a little awkward. One regular calls it consistently good, though another diner was not very impressed.

31 people recommend, 2 warn against itvia r/boston, r/CambridgeMA, r/Somerville

Many diners recommend Ebi Sushi, usually naming its Somerville spot in Union Square. Several diners praise the quality, two find the omakase creative, several say it is good value, and one singles out the specialty rolls. Two diners prefer sitting down there, though one notes it is not the cheapest. Not everyone is convinced: two diners call it mediocre, one rates it below other places they like and has noticed oddly cut fish, and another finds the Somerville spot a bit louder with a college crowd.

Somerville

25 people recommend, 3 warn against itvia r/boston, X

Many diners describe 311 in the South End as a standout omakase, and a few rank it the top option they have tried in Boston. Two diners describe its style as traditional, and a few say they left full. Caveats include cost and access: several diners call it pricey, one diner rates it worse value than another omakase, and several say reservations are hard to get. Several diners rank it behind Wa Shin, and others mention flaws, including a stuffy atmosphere, heavy wasabi, and heavy toppings.

South End

23 people recommend, 3 warn against itvia r/boston, r/CambridgeMA, r/Somerville

Cafe Sushi's Cambridge location near Harvard is recommended by many people, and one person ranks its sushi among the best nearby. Two takeout diners call it perfect and spectacular, and another says its platters are great. Many people say it is takeout or delivery only, and one diner who used to dine in says they miss it. One person found it underwhelming, and another feels it has changed for the worse since the pandemic.

Cambridge

20 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/boston, r/CambridgeMA

Momi Nonmi is a small omakase spot in Inman Square, Cambridge, and many commenters praise it. A few diners find the room intimate, two diners prefer it to Umami, and one commenter calls it good value. A few diners call it pricey, one diner thinks a sushi-bar setup would suit it better, and another diner was impressed by the fish quality but found the overall meal underwhelming. One diner disliked it entirely and does not see the hype.

Cambridge

20 people recommend, 6 warn against itvia r/boston, r/CambridgeMA

Many diners recommend Umami Omakase in Cambridge, calling the food delicious, excellent or exceptional, and one says it is the best value for money locally. A couple of diners call it a splurge, and one notes it is pricey. Several diners warn against it: one found the meal forgettable and disappointing, two say they would not go back, one suggests Wa Shin instead, and one says it does not follow traditional omakase. Some feel the add-ons, such as gold flakes, make it a bit fancy; one companion preferred Japanese-only flavors over the Chinese touches; and two rank it below other omakase spots.

Cambridge

19 people recommend, 3 warn against itvia r/boston, r/CambridgeMA, r/massachusetts

Many diners recommend Yamato for its unlimited sushi format, naming both the Brighton location and Yamato II near Copley. Several diners call it budget-friendly, a few point to its lunch pricing, and two call it solid, with one saying it is pretty good. Some diners have doubts: a few rate other spots higher, two give mixed reviews on quality, and one says it is a good deal despite a weaker atmosphere.

Brighton

16 people recommendvia r/boston, r/CambridgeMA, r/Somerville

Many people recommend Fuji and describe it as good. It has several locations, and the Ink Block branch in the South End is the one shown here. Two diners find it budget-friendly and another suggests it for those without budget limits. At the Ink Block branch, one diner likes the chirashi bowl but finds the sashimi cuts on the small side. A Kendall location also comes up.

Ink Block

15 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/boston

Many people recommend Blue Ribbon Sushi. At the Kenmore location, one diner calls it extremely good and another says it comes close to sushi eaten in Japan. Several people find it pricey, though one feels it is worth it, and a different diner notes it offers fewer options without fish. One diner was disappointed on a visit and called it mediocre, though they suspected it was an off night.

Kenmore

12 people recommend, 3 warn against itvia r/boston

Most people recommend Temple Records, and many praise the sushi, with three people singling it out as a good non-omakase option. One person says it's a sushi platter rather than a true omakase, while another calls its omakase great and says the room recalls a Tokyo sushi counter. One diner finds it good value, though three others call it pricey, and two diners were let down, calling the sushi mediocre or the place overrated. One person likes it for a quiet, elevated night but says families with kids may not be a fit, while another calls the downtown spot hip and date-worthy.

Downtown

11 people recommendvia r/boston, r/Somerville, r/CambridgeMA

Many people recommend Fuki in Somerville's Union Square. One diner calls it their go-to for sushi in Somerville, and another praises the very fresh fish and thick-cut sashimi. A few diners say the cocktails are great, and a couple of visitors describe the vibe as cool and cute. One diner finds it budget-friendly, and another says it is easy to reach on the Green Line.

Union Square Somerville

9 people recommendvia r/boston

Several people recommend Douzo's Back Bay spot on Dartmouth Street for sushi. One commenter describes it as a nice night out that is not too stuffy, with good sushi, and says it suits kids. A second commenter calls it solid, with many complicated rolls for those who want them, and one diner recalls it making boats when treating kids. Another says it is pricey but worth it for the quality.

Back Bay

9 people recommendvia r/boston, r/Somerville, r/CambridgeMA

Many diners recommend Genki Ya, which has several locations, including Fresh Pond and Davis Square. At Fresh Pond, one diner calls it casual yet really good sushi, and another calls Genki Ya a favorite. Two diners see it as a budget-friendly option for everyday sushi, and one of them singles out the torched sashimi appetizer.

Fresh Pond

8 people recommendvia r/CambridgeMA, r/boston, r/Somerville

Many commenters recommend Sakana, a sushi spot in Cambridge near Harvard, and one diner who has eaten there says they love it. One commenter points to its flavor and food quality, another to its freshness, and another to its takeout option. Price views are mixed: one commenter calls it relatively affordable, while another calls it a takeout splurge. Opinions also split on how it compares with Ebi: two commenters rank it above Ebi, while another places Ebi higher but still calls Sakana great.

8 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/boston

Many commenters recommend UNI, and several point to its omakase, which one diner says can be tailored, while another says its tasting menu was fantastic. One commenter says the fish is high quality and notes there are non-fish options too, while a different commenter thinks its fish is among the city's best. One commenter advises skipping it as fusion, saying only the foie gras is worth ordering. Two commenters place it among the pricier omakase options, though one says it's less pricey than O Ya.

7 people recommendvia r/boston

Many commenters recommend Ruka, a Japanese-Peruvian fusion spot that people mention in Downtown Crossing and the Seaport, and one of them points to its unique rolls. A few people like the decor and atmosphere, and another says you can get sushi along with other dishes. One diner who finds the sushi prices not crazy also suggests booking ahead, while one commenter finds it a little pricey. A caveat is a smaller roll selection, which another commenter notes.

7 people recommendvia r/boston

Many diners recommend Washoku Renaissance, and a couple of them describe it as casual or no-frills. Two diners call the quality exceptional, and several say it is more budget-friendly than other omakase spots. It sits inside a food hall along the Charlestown-Somerville line, which one diner calls an unusual setting. Another diner finds it pricey.

Charlestown

7 people recommendvia r/CambridgeMA, r/Somerville, r/boston

Many people recommend Wasabi, and five of them name the Porter location. Several people pick it for delivery, and one calls it their top choice there. One diner who mostly orders takeout from Porter finds it decent, consistently fresh and quick. For sit-down meals, one diner would rather go to Ebi in Union.

Porter

7 people recommendvia r/boston

Sakabayashi is a sushi restaurant in Back Bay that many commenters recommend, with one diner calling it fantastic and saying everything they've had there has been excellent. Another diner tried it on a whim while passing by and liked it, and a commenter calls it a good spot. One diner says it is pretty good and a step above other sushi places in the area, and one commenter lists lunch sets that pair sushi with ramen or tempura. One commenter notes its booths may feel more private.

Back Bay

6 people recommendvia r/boston

Matsunori is a sushi spot in the Fenway area that many people recommend. One commenter finds its fish delicious and more budget-friendly than omakase. One diner liked the food but found it pricey and dislikes its hand roll style. Another commenter warns of a possible wait unless you arrive close to opening.

Fenway

6 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/boston

Many diners recommend Avana Sushi, which has locations in Chinatown and Downtown Crossing. One diner says the food is fresh and tasty, though the lunch rush gets packed, and suggests a lunch combo with several rolls, soup and a beverage as budget-friendly. One visitor, speaking from their own visits, feels it has slipped over the past decade and tastes like supermarket sushi.

Chinatown

6 people recommend, 2 warn against itvia r/boston, r/CambridgeMA

Several people recommend Mad Monkfish for sushi, and one diner rates its nigiri servings highly while another praises its inventive vegetable rolls; one person ranks it second behind another sushi spot. The main caveat is price, with a few diners finding it pricey. One diner calls the sushi astounding but finds the price hard to take, while another calls it decent and says the atmosphere suits a date.

5 people recommendvia r/boston

Several diners recommend the Chinatown location of Tora for sushi, and one diner calls its sushi don bowls the best. A few diners say it offers good value, with one finding it more budget-friendly than Temple. However, one diner finds the underground room less of a pick for big nights, and another says the room is less stylish than Temple.

Chinatown

5 people recommendvia r/boston

Several people recommend Laughing Monk Cafe, which has a sushi bar at the back of its Mission Hill room. One diner calls it traditional omakase with creative toppings, and another calls the back sushi bar's omakase spectacular despite an unassuming storefront. A third visitor says an all-seafood meal, with no wagyu or truffle, tasted delicious. Elsewhere, one commenter suggests its omakase as a less expensive way to get an O Ya-style experience, while another rates the Brigham Circle branch very good sushi but says it once used brown rice, which purists might dislike and may have changed.

Mission Hill

5 people recommendvia r/boston

Several people recommend this sushi spot in the North End. One diner says they loved the sushi back when they lived in the area, and another lives close by and orders from it. One commenter notes it is takeout only.