Brisbane’s vibrant food scene is home to a wide array of culinary delights, but few have captured our collective taste buds quite like sushi. From grabbing a quick hand roll for lunch to indulging in an omakase experience for a special occasion, this Japanese delicacy has become a staple in the Brisbane dining scene. However, not all sushi restaurants are made equal, and with so many options cropping up around the city, it can be hard to know where to go for fresh, locally sourced sushi and sashimi. To help you navigate the choices, we've put together a list of our favourite sushi haunts in Brisbane to satisfy your next craving. Peruse our picks, below.
1. Fresh Sushi Co, New Farm
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Fresh Sushi Co has been the gold standard for reliably fresh and delicious sushi for decades. Located off the bustling James Street in New Farm, the cabinet is stocked with ready-to-eat rolls, which make for the perfect on-the-go lunch option. Or, if time permits, sit down and indulge in fresh nigiri and sashimi, or a warming bowl of udon noodles.
2. Sushi Room, New Farm
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For a meal you'll be dreaming of long after it's over, head to Sushi Room. Located in the Calile Hotel, this impeccable restaurant is another brainchild of the masterminds behind Hellenika and SK Steak & Oyster. Indulge in the ultimate Japanese fresh fare via the à la carte menu or, for something truly unforgettable, sit down for an omakase feast in the private dining room.
3. KOMEYUI, Spring Hill
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If you've visited the hatted KOMEYUI in Melbourne, you'll know what the fuss is about. With fresh, flavourful sushi at the heart of the menu, each item is served so artfully it's almost too beautiful to eat. Almost.
4. WAGAYA, Fortitude Valley
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If it's classic Japanese food you're after, look no further. This bustling Izakaya-style restaurant in the heart of Fortitude Valley serves up delectable fare, from agedashi tofu to prawn tempura and, of course, plenty of sushi and sashimi. If the extensive menu gives you decision fatigue, you can also opt for the omakase set menu, which starts at $45.
5. Yoko Dining, Brisbane
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Nestled in the picturesque Howard Smith Wharves precinct is Yoko Dining, a modern take on a classic Izakaya restaurant. If the riverside view and delicious cocktails aren't enough to win you over, the sushi and sashimi certainly will be. The ultimate special occasion restaurant.
6. The Sushi Factory, Morningside
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The Sushi Factory source all their seafood from sister venue, The Fish Factory, so you know what you're eating is fresh. From classic hand rolls to sliced sashimi, this menu is brimming with delectable Japanese fare.
7. IPPIN Japanese Dining, West End
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Fresh ingredients and meticulous technique is at the centre of everything IPPIN serves up. Each piece of sushi is handcrafted by master chefs, who showcase the finest ingredients with eagle-eyed attention to Japanese tradition. Your only problem will be deciding what to order.
