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Sushi is the next subject we're exploring for our new series on Dallas-Fort Worth's best restaurants. Do you have a favorite sushi spot that stands out from the area's many, many options? Tell us what you love about it in the comments area below, or email us at dining@dallasnews.com. We'll publish some of these comments in a print version, which will appear in a future issue of Guide.
Admittedly, this was a hard category to narrow down for our critics' picks. We did a bit of extra research, revisiting a few places that hadn't been formally reviewed recently (or, in the case of Sushi Axiom in Fort Worth, not even formally reviewed yet). Ultimately, these eight stood out as examples of restaurants that serve pristine, often interesting varieties of fish. Their preparations respect the inherent simplicity of sushi and sashimi and also exhibit inventive but appropriate creativity with cooked Japanese dishes.
Our critics' selections are presented alphabetically, without ranking:
Nobu
A recent meal at the Dallas outpost of famed chef Nobu Matsuhisa's global restaurant empire wowed us. Among many standouts were ankimo (foie gras-like monkfish liver); a beautiful spread of sashimi including white tuna and suzuki (Japanese sea bass); and rock shrimp tempura in a creamy, spicy sauce. The room is dark and hip, and we're partial to sitting at the long sushi bar.
Shinsei
Shinsei's executive chef Casey Thompson found fame on last year's season of Top Chef, but chef Shuji "Elvis" Sugawara is the restaurant's sushi secret weapon. Among his specialties is the "Elvis Mack," a roll made with Spanish mackerel, yuzu, olive oil, shiso leaf and Japanese cucumber. He composes a gorgeous sashimi plate, too.
Sushi Axiom, Fort Worth
We recently checked out this place in anticipation of Sushi Axiom's new Dallas location. The menu includes a lovely array of fish varieties, some fun and not too over-the-top rolls and a couple traditional Japanese entrees like unagi don (smoked eel over rice). Sleek, sexily lighted interior.
Sushi Sake
This Richardson restaurant has established a well-deserved reputation as one of the area's most reliable sushi destinations. Its success could be attributed to the menu's smart diversity: Sushi generalist or thrill-seeker, everyone feels welcome. Request an order of the restaurant's delicious Japanese pickles.
Tei Tei
The sushi bar is literally center stage at this boisterous and perennial favorite. Order from the breadth of the menu here, including dishes (such as lobster and whole fish) cooked on the robata grill. The kitchen sometimes offers less common, seasonal Japanese fish for sushi and sashimi. Great sake selection.
Teppo
When Teppo first opened, it mostly specialized in sushi, sashimi and yakitori, the grilled skewers of chicken, duck and other meats. As the restaurant has matured, the daily changing list of seasonal small-plate specials has grown in prominence: Take your ordering cues from there. Teppo is a perennial destination for many of the city's most discerning palates.
Yutaka
Yutaka is that gratifying rarity: a Japanese restaurant that doesn't pander to perceived American tastes. Chef-owner Yutaka Yamato may employ some American-gained creative freedom in his cooking, but his philosophy and techniques originate tangibly from Japan. Start with the Japanese Antipasto, and quiz your server about specials.
Zen Sushi
You can order well from Zen's printed menu of sushi or sashimi, or choose from the creative cooked plates like miso-marinated black cod. But those in the know will tell you that the best way to order sushi is to put yourself in chef Michelle Carpenter's hands with an omakase meal of a dozen or so courses.
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Yutaka is the best sushi in town. Always fresh, innovative rolls, beautiful presentation.
The wife and I love Sushi Sake in Richardson! Excellent service along with some of the best sushi in the metroplex. For a place a bit off the beaten path and very casual, Sushi Sapparro in Allen is wonderful!
AWAJI in Plano by far THE BEST SUSHI in Dallas. Fresh and authentic. Puts the chain sushi spots to shame. (Like Samba and Ra.)
Yutaka is great! Always fresh and perfect very consistent. And very reasonably priced. I like Blue Fish a lot too. Definatley caters to the American taste but is usually fresh and good. They are a bit more moderately priced than nobu or tete.
Oishi!! My favorite sushi in Dallas by far. Fresh and fabulous quality.. very consistent.
For a nice, quiet, unassuming sushi experience, Oh Sushi on Northwest Hwy just west of 35 is the place to go.
If you like the high-end, upscale atmosphere, then you can't beat Chaucer's in Addison.
Jeff
My favorite sushi spot is not on the list--and I'm going to keep it that way.
Yutaka is the BEST sushi in Dallas. The fish is super fresh, the sushi rice is the perfect temperature and there is always something new and different to try(golden eye snapper or flying fish--YUMMY). This place is for TRUE sushi lovers!!! (Not to say that the Cali rolls aren't delicious.)
Teppo by far. Go omakasi there sometime and see what you get.
I agree..Yutaka's is the best! I love the small, minimalist atmosphere- besides having the freshest sushi in town (love the crispy tuna roll) ... I don't agree with Chaucers, I have had a couple of bad experiences and would never recommend it.
Yutaka is simply the best. I have lived in Pacific Ocean countries where the sushi literally jumps onto your plate and Yutaka is the only restaurant that has freshness, ingenuity and creativity that true sushi restaurants embody.
It's one of the few FABULOUS Dallas gems.
Little Katana!!
Oishii, Oishii, Oishii!!!!!!!!!!!
Thanh owns this town!!!
Genroku in Richardson is my favorite. Popular spot for lunch or dinner. Great sushi, great service, casual and reasonably priced.
Oishii has the most consistently best, freshest, imaginative sushi I have found in Dallas and I have tried most of them - usually more than once. Could eat at Oishii every day!
Alright sushi lovers ... Shinsei is greatness! Elvis is in fact a sushi master ... I would pick him first for dodgeball!
Sake Toro @ Frisco Square rocks! Worth the drive! KC (chef/owner) will make you a custom mouth-watering dish upon request. Best kept secret in town!
Oishii is fantastic for the freshest sashimi in town, hands down. I do love some of Little Katana's rolls, they are very creative and its fresh. Blue Fish has the Tuna Tower, so you can't imitate (although they try!)
Nobu is OK but a waste of money. Yukata is great too, but their sashimi isn't as fresh at Thahn's at Oishii!!
Sushi Sake in Richardson may as well serve carp. It's terrible and anyone who says differently clearly has never had good sushi.
Love, Love, Love Elvis. Shinsei Rocks!!!!!!!
I am a Steel fan all the way. I can take die-hard sushi lovers here or squeamish newbies, and they'll both find something delicious and fresh to suit their palate. (Not to mention great cooked dishes if you just can't get someone to eat sushi at all.) Plus they have a happy hour on Wednesdays when the sushi is FREE. It doesn't get any better.
Keiichi is my favorite sushi place. It's small and hiden, but they know their stuff, and pick up their just flown-in fish at the airport every day.
m2thej, i disagree with your comment about sushi sake and i disagree with your comment about people who like it, but what do i know? being as i am from japan and have only eaten sushi every week of my life..
Cowtown Sushi in Southlake is the best. Three tuna martini is a must!!
I second Sake Toro up in Frisco. It is a hidden gem in Frisco Square and should not be missed. KC knows his stuff and everything tastes amazing! It's totally worth the drive.
I can't believe there are no comments about Mr. Sushi in Addison! My husband and I learned to eat sushi there 22 years ago and we've been eating there at least once a week ever since. The food is always top notch, prices are reasonable and the chefs are personable and excellent at what they do. Fish is always the freshest available, there's a broad variety to choose from and their specialties are just that--SPECIAL! If you've not tried it, trust me....it's worth the trip. Tell them Cathy sent you!
M@tt, you dont' have to be from Japan to know good sushi- but thanks for trying. i respect your opinion for liking it, i've just had 3 horrific experiences with their sashimi, so I wouldn't recommend it to anyone. I also have friends who have eaten there separately from me and also had horrible experiences. They aren't japanese, so clearly that's your issue with why we think it sucks. Not because it was the fishiest salmon I've ever tried.
I hesitate to mention it - I already have to wait for a table...
Sushiyama in an ugly little strip mall in Dallas near LBJ. Unassuming little joint, with mostly Japanese patrons.
Simple sahimi is $1 on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
Oh and M@tt, I eat sushi about every other day
We love Steel!!! It is by far the best Sushi in Dallas! The fish is always fresh, and the rolls creative & delicious. We really like the Firecracker & Fuji rolls! Very friendly staff!
Mr. Sushi in Addison is the best Sushi in DFW PERIOD...
I have the same favorite as what Elbow listed.
Can't believe Oishii is not on the critics list. It is the best sushi in town, period.
Kenichi!! It might be expensive but the fresh fish it totally worth it...all these other places try to pass off their fish as fresh and it's not even close. The special sashimi's are so good. Ask them to make the yellowtail/serrano but with some kona kampachi, best dish ever. Plus, their sake list and sake flights are hands down the best selection in town!
I used to work for steel and would never eat there, ever...
Agree with Anthony. I've been going to Mr. Sushi for over 15 years. I've seen the same chefs and waitresses for over 10 years. now that is something you generally don't see at restaurants. It shows how great the atmosphere is there. The people there are really enjoyable, especially the sushi chefs.
MR. Sushi in Addison dominates: amazing food, great drinks and awesome specials. I never miss it.
Oishii Oishii Oishiii is the best sushi in town.(2525 wycliff ave)Yutaka is good, but Oishii freshest sashimi, sushi and rolls in town.
If you want consistantly outstanding Sushi that will make you crave it on a regular basis then the only place to go is Steel located in the Oaklawn area. AMAZING SUSHI with a very hip and trendy atmosphere. It is the best Sushi in Dallas and I have tried them all!!
Have to give some westside love. if you find yourself in Fort Worth, please please go to Wasabi. The place is wonderful the owners are fantastic. try their house Wasabi roll!
I have always been a Teppo fan and still think it's some of the best sushi I have ever had, but I am really happy to see Zen Sushi on the list too. Living in Oak Cliff, it's nice to have a creative and high quality sushi place nearby, and it doesn't come with the attitude of Kenichi, Nobu or other "see and be seen" places. I can go there in shorts or dressed up for a nice night out. Just watching Chef Carpenter do the zen roll thing with the sheet of cucumber is amazing.
I love Cool Bamboo in Coppell
not too fancy or expensive, and a great place to go for a casual but delicious lunch or dinner
If you have not tried Sushi @ Oishii, you should not be allowed to vote!
One of the best suburban places I have found is in Allen; Sapporo offers a variety of impecably fresh standards as well as seasonal items such as whole Aji (Horse Mackerel)which when served sashimi-style is layed out with the fillets and remaining bones together, artfully arranged on a lacquered platter. The server offered to take the bones back to the kitchen for a delightful finish of bone crackers, the bones lightly fried until crisp, rendering all remnants edible.
There are other delights that they offer regularly as well as twists on many old favorites, but everything is always outstandingly fresh and artfully prepared.
Sushi Rock in Plano has consistently turned out wonderfully fresh sushi for ten years. It is a family-run gem worth checking out even if you don't leave nearby.
Oishi is the best in Dallas
Piranha. Hands down the best. I drive from Dallas for their sushi. Kenzo rocks.
My favorite is Ku Sushi in the southwest corner of Forest and Preston near Mi Cucina. Delightful female owner, impeccably fresh sashimi with many specials and small enough to get to know you.
Arlington has some nice sushi too! Piranha Killer Seafood in North Arlington, and Sushi Yaa is South Arlington. Great taste and great presentations.
Oishii definitely has the freshest Sushi in town, great prices, without the "see & be seen" atmosphere of some of the more expensive spots. (You might be shocked who you see there @ "off rush hours". Never had a better than average meal @ S S on Inwood...What's all the hype about? Abacus is excellent, if dining.
I'm surprise Steel restaurant is not in here. I like all the places mentioned here but I think Steel is my favorite. The atmosphere and the dining experience is always very consistent and I like that. Their sashimi and sushi features are very imaginative but my all time favorite dish is their Chilean Sea Bass. It's a must try dish :-) Keep up the good work Steel!
I've been dining at Kempai Sushi in Addison Circle for the last 6 or so years....The sushi is always fresh...they have great specials (Monday is 1/2 price night!) Fred, the owner, always trys to make everyone feel like family...always warm and inviting. They have a great patio, too.
Mr.Sushi in addison. Best sushi. and by sushi I mean tuna, salmon, eel, etc. California rolls are not real sushi. It's "American" sushi. If you go to Japan and try to order a California roll they are going to be confused.
Nice try everyone. Sushi in DFW is pretty weak, and Nobu is the only top-tier option. It's fun to claim its overrated or played out, but...well..it's not.
Oishii is more than a restaurant it is an experience. It is the Cheers of sushi. On The Border roll, Oishii Roll, and vocalno is the best. It is the best sushi in town, period.
If you want the best sushi in Dallas this is the spot. Best sushi place, atmosphere is great. The menu has a lot of variety. OISHII!!!!!
Oishii is the perfect local spot for great sushi. Definitely a great place to check out if you are in the neighborhood.
I've had the volcano roll at many place and no place makes it the same way chefs at OISHII does. It's AMAZING and I take people to the restaurant and make sure they try it! OISHII is best in DALLAS!
You can't go wrong with sushi at OISHII. I would HIGHLY recommend this to any sushi/asian food lover! P.S. You should try On The Border Roll.
Oishii is by far some of the freshest and best sushi I've had in Dallas! This is my favorite place to eat sushi. Than is the sushi chef and he is Grade A. His personality comes through in all aspects of the restaurant.
MR. SUSHI in Addison - by FAR the best sushi in Dallas.
Looks like oishii has a nice email list and fan club. But, if it gets its mark for a volcano roll and an "on the border roll", I think I'll pass. Teppo, Tei Tei, Nobu and Yutaka (of course) are the only places I take sushi lovers from out of town. Zen is nearby and it's good too.
My favorite sushi restaurant is mentioned above. I won't mention it myself because, it's hard enough getting a seat at the (large) sushi bar as it is.
The Fish sushi is wonderful! The chef makes it right there at the sushi bar while you watch and you can see what you get. Also like the beef rolls.
Sushi is as good & maybe fresher at Oishii than Nobu & Abacus & high dollar Sushi Bars. $30-$35. @ Oishii cost $100.+ at others. Atmosphere not as fancy, but Shshi is the best!! I eat Sushi 3-5 times/week & always @ Oishii, unless dinner is a celebration & everyone wants an expensive restaurant. Oishii is a MUST TRY for all Sushi lovers!
Definitely Tei Tei is first place by far, outstanding food and variety, and great atmosphere. A close second is Little Katana, both locations; always a good experience.
Shinsei is way too loud; very unpleasant experience.
mr. sushi in addison is awesome town
I have been to four on the DMN list and Sushie Axiom in Fort Worth is the winner hands down. Try the Colonial roll. Piranha Killer in Arlington and downtown Fort Worth are also great places to eat sushi.
I can't believe Simon's Sushi and Steele did not make the list, much better than Sushi Sake.
Piranha Killer Sushi (Ft. Worth and Arlington)...it's worth the drive from anywhere in the Metroplex.
Toshio's at 100 S. Main St. in Duncanville has awsome sushi. It is prepared before your eyes, so its fresh and priced right.
We love Ku at Preston/Forest. The food is always fresh, they have interesting rolls, and the absolute nicest people! It's definately worth a visit.
Steel!!!
Why some people are so amazed that the "sushi is prepared right before your eyes" still surprises me! Who has ever been to a Japanese/sushi restaurant where there was not an open sushi bar? You may not be seated at it, but at least you can see it at some point. If I can't see the sushi bar anywhere, I'll walk out.
And for the record, Tei Tei, Teppo, Zen, Shinsei, Oishii and Sushi Sake are tops on my list. Yutaka is also good from what I remember.
Sushi House on Lover's Lane...next to Rafa's Mexican....best sushi in Dallas and sweet people running it......
Simon's Sushi in Plano is not well known but one of the best in DFW - small - byo & family run - try the BTS!
I read all about these other sushi restaurants, but what about Steel? Not only the food is amazing, but the environment and service is fantastic! My favorite? Mexi Cali roll, and their Sea Bass. You will not regret....
"Steel" hands down it's the best sushi in DFW. The food, atmosphere and service it's outstanding everytime. Not to mention the rolls, appetizer and cooked meals make it "the whole package" I can't believe it's not listed here...
Steel has the best sushi I've ever eaten in Dallas. Why weren't they on this list?
It's great that everyone has their favorites. But I got to tell you that Steel has the best sushi in Dallas, in my opinion. It is always fresh and colorful. Sit in front of Chef Daniel for a treat. We always have a great time there.
Just to follow up, I was in no way responding to any emails re: Oishi.. its simply my favorite. Its the most consistently fresh fish I have tried in town. IMO, it preferable to Tei Tei, Nobu, Little Katana, and Steel-- by far. Especially when you consider price.
I don't do fancy rolls.. just pretty basic sashimi and sushi. That's what I love about Oishi. Well, that and their "summer roll" (or whatever season you're in--it changes names). Its salmon and crab rolled in cucumber, served with Ponzu sauce. Srumptious, but still pretty basic.
Yeah, where is Steel ?? Steel is definitly the best sushi place in Big D, if you haven't tried it you are definitly missing something. The food is nothing less than awesome. In fact my son graduates tomorrow from PSHS and when asked where he wanted his "graduation dinner" with the family, he chose Steel in a second !!! We make the trip frequently from Plano to Steel, it's more than great food, it's and experience !!!
I agree, Steel has awesome sushi and is very cool to hang out with friends, we like the washbi table, it rocks.
Sushi Sake for sashimi, Simon's Sushi for rolls. So what if foodies generally turn up their nose at rolls? This is Dallas, and Dallas loves rolls.
Why wasn't Steele on the list?
Steele is by far the best sushi
and ambience!
Steel!! No question on this one.
MR. SUSHI!!! we have been going there for 20+ years. always the freshest fish and definitely the best salad dressing of any restaurant in this city. good value, too.
Mr Sushi--the best and freshest in town
The best sushi in Dallas is Steel hands down! Great service, incredible atmosphere and amazing sushi.
I think Steel is the best suchi restaurant in Dallas. I travel all over the country for work and I never been to a restuarant that combines great food, drinks and ambiance!!! R/K
As Dallas' only long standing sushi na (established local sushi house), it baffles me that Steel was snubbed. Not only is there a culture of real sushi tsu (sushi connoisseurs) from around the world that pay respect to the quality presented with in its walls, but Steel has always supported the Dallas art scene too! Where else in town can you enjoy a "real" sushi na experience in meat and potato land. Honor an original and quit lifting up posers.
Wow, Steel's PR machine seems to have really done a bang-up job putting the word out. Nice to see it has so many fans ...
Love, Love Mr. Sushi on Belt Line!!!
BEST SALAD! BEST SOUP!BEST SUSHI! FRIENDLY!
REASONABLE PRICING!!!
Steel should be listed above as it consistently serves fresh sushi and sashimi, offers innovative creations, and provides top-notch service in a cozy atmosphere. Steel is the best sushi restaurant in Dallas, hands-down.
Naan in Plano. Love it.
Oishii!!! the Cheers of sushi!!!You can't beat the sushi or the fun to be had at the sushi bar. Bring a date or find one there.
Steel has always been my favorite sushi and sashimi retaurant in Dallas. After sushi eating all over the country it is nice to have the best in my own backyard. The atmophere is wonderful and serivce is impecable.
Oishii is my favorite! Not only is sushi GREAT, but lots of Asian dishes for "non-sushi" friends. In Addison, Mr. Sushi - the 1st Sushi Restaurant in D/FW - still excellent!
Kenzoku is absolutely the best sushi in DFW. Located in an obscure location in Irving, it offers a hibachi grill and fabulous sushi bar. I love taking friends and colleagues there...they always leave satisfield and convinced!
Eastwind has the best sushi!! I lived in NYC for a few years and love sushi, eastwind in the quadrangle is the best, try it, you can even place an order to pick up and they put it together quickly and it looks great!
"Tommy" at Teppo might be the most underrated chef in town--I would place bets on him if he ever entered Iron Chef's Kitchen Stadium. His sushi and sashimi is outstanding (he had bonito last week, which was to die for), but it is his daily specials that really shine. See if you can get him to make purple fingerling potato soup for you and you'll know what I mean...
Mr. Sushi!!!
Oishii!! yellow Tail Tatake and Black Cod Miso are way way better than Nobu.
Favorite sushi spot in DFW...Steel
I love Steel. The Sushi is amazing!!! The Best in DFW. Fresh and beautiful environment. The staff is one of the best trained in Dallas. They all take pride in their service and the customers dining experience.
I love Steel. Best in DFW. The Sushi is amazing!!!. Fresh and beautiful environment. The staff is one of the best trained in Dallas. They all take pride in their service and the customers dining experience.
I didn't see Deep Sushi on the list. It's a small, quaint, and friendly place on Elm St in Deep Ellum.
I've tried Oishii before and while the food was good, the service was what left a bad taste in my mouth.
Not only does the Black Sea roll and salmon sashimi keep me coming back to Deep Sushi, it is by far the service. The staff is welcoming and always anticipate what I want before I ever look at the menu. In my opinion, Deep Sushi is the complete package!
Truly agree that all the above listed sushi houses are great, but I am amazed that the little- 80's style SUSHI ON MCKINNEY is not on the list! Yes it is small, hard to park in, and across from the obnoxious Knox Street Pub, but the service is one of the friendliest that I have ever had- and of course the sushi is amazing! Great food for sushi novice, but still creative and amazing for the sushi connoisseur!
Teppo Yakitori all the way! Their presentation is amazing and the food tastes so good. They have a good knack for subtleties throughout the dining experience there, ie the potato salad puff contrasting the hot saltiness of yakitori skewers. Top notch sushi too!!
By far the best sushi in Dallas can only be found at Oishi. Unfortunately, the word has gotten out and its popularity has grown. It is not a hidden jewel any longer. However, the volcano rolls are to die for and you must try the sea salt scallops. This restaurant definitely needs to be on this best of Dallas list!!
Sushi Sapporo in Allen, TX is hands down the best in the DFW area-fresh, imaginative, and affordable.
Teppo is the best sushi in Dallas - always fresh, delicious and there is a reason the wait is hours long! Hitomi is the best waitress at Teppo and the yakitori can't be beat!
Sushi Sake in Richardson and Mr. Sushi in Addison are teriffic also! Nobu is horrible - over-priced, awful service, fish wasn't even fresh on my multiple visits. Yutaka is good for lunch, but I haven't had a good experience at dinner and they never tell you the specials.
Oishii and Steel
Sushi Sakana in Plano (Parker / Custer) has some of the tastiest and most creative rolls I have ever tasted for reasonable prices
Funny, I thought Oishi would go by the waist side. Gotta admit I love it (I think the chef was at Steel). Just recently discovered Sushi House on Lovers/Inwood. Very fresh and not crowded. Steel is great but the atmosphere's not for me. Simon's another good one. Blue Fish is good too. Sushi Sake is okay. My wife likes it better. Tei Tei is always good but expensive.
For value, I have to say Sushi House or my local haunt, Sushi Ichiban. Not the best but cinsiistent and decent prices!
Tei Tei and Teppo have been my picks since moving to Dallas. Always fresh and delicious with very pleasant and knowledgable service. For the past couple of years Yutaka has become my favorite, the same service and freshness as the other two, with addtional imagination that can be seen in the specials and the presentation.
I venture to Steel Restaurant with friends and colleagues quite often and it is truly one of the best sushi or dining places in Dallas. Good service, good food, good presentation. A couple of my favorites are the firecracker rolls and the Uni shots; very savory treats.
Clearly Dallas has some decent sushi places to choose from....who would have "thunk" it.
The problem with this on-going discussion of "my sushi joint is better than your sushi joint" is that sushi dining is a complex event. Yes the creativity and freshness of the product matters, but so does the amount of personalized service, as well as the sense of value and for some the ability to impress their dinner guest is important as well. Complicating this even more is that these variables can change from visit to visit. So what ultimately matters in the end is consistency and reliability. So the envelope please.....and the winners are Oishii, Yutaka, Tei Tei, Teppo, and Shinsei in that order.
Kotta Sushi in Frisco has the most personable staff and freshest fish.
Oishii is my favorite. I have been a regular for the last 5 years. It is the only place in Dallas I go for sushi. In fact I had to quit using my Visa because I really don't want to know how my I spend there.
Anyone who knows the difference from good sushi to great sushi will be fascinated to find some of the freshest fish at Kotta Sushi Lounge in Frisco. Nothing goes out that is not hand picked by Executive Chef Allen. Great presentation, laid back atmosphere great place to check out for those who love sushi.
Reikyu in Mockingbird Station is by far our favorite sushi place. It’s always fresh sushi and good service with an open décor that easily beats out the cramped spaces of Blue Fish and Steel. A friend who frequently has to entertain international clients said their Japanese customers always request Reikyu when they are in town. Oishii is also good and probably a second favorite.
Simon's Sushi is Plano is hands down THE BEST. Simon creates the best sushi and rolls. It's gooood!!
Shinsei offers some of the best sushi in the state. Elvis is consistent and inventive. The atmosphere is always energetic and fun. I go there at least once a week and have never had anything less than great! Elvis is cool!!!!
Simon's in Plano! The dishes are so creative and original.
For those of you who moved to the 'burbs, Lava Grill and Sushi Nikko are comparable to those mentioned above. Don't need to waste gas to eat sushi in town. These two are consistently creative and fresh.
I have to fully agree with Dr. B above. Consistency, quality and price are important factors to consider for "good" sushi. Noone mentioned Sushi Zone in Arlington. It competes with the best.
Kutto/Kutta Sushi in Frisco, Hibachi Rock in Allen (love them!), and Steel are my top three.
Wish List:
1# A monthly magazine called "DFW Sushi" or something, listing EVERY SINGLE sushi joint in the metroplex, with reviews, chef profiles, maps, coupons, and a checklist for "The Quest." The DMN Weekend Guide is inadequate to the point of uselessness, (sorry!)
#2. A decent sushi bar on the east side of Richardson near Richardson Square Mall, which is enjoying a rebirth, so, please! (Oishii owners, are you listening?)
#3. A kitschy, romantic, take-your-shoes-off, formal Geisha tea ceremony spot, with rice-paper walls and waterfalls, and native Japanese sushi-masters, like the old Sakura in its prime, only better.
Sushi Loco in Richardson is great! The fish is fresh and the service is the best around town. It's a casual atmosphere, where you are treated as the most honored customer in the restaurant.
If I take my guest, I would pick Teppo or TeiTei, just because the freshness and professional chefs.
No question on their true sushi quality, with my native Japanese standard.
With my close friends, Sushi Place, inside of Chinese supermarket in Plano would be optional. Very reasonable price, still very creative and honest chefs. Everything but the atomosphere.
Yutaka looks popular, but not my favorite. Have ordred "Omakase" and charged $100 for few pieces, approx. $20 a piece for little-above-average fish.
Blue Fish is no way. Saw the chef served a dish of tuna sushi that cancelled by customer 10min. ago. My dishes might be one like that...
I love Simon's in Plano. Fun, non-assuming place. Simon always creates new and interesting things.
I agree with KU Sushi at Forest and Preston. Also Kampai in Addison Circle has an incredible volcano roll with crawfish.
You guys should most definitely try Maki Boy in Irving off of Beltline, north of 183. It's very small and hidden behind and elevator in a strip mall... It's amazing. Very small, comfortable, and quiet... The owner Charlie is behind the sushi bar every single time I go. He has come up with some very tasty, innovative stuff, including a couple of deep fried rolls. It has tons of other fare for your non-sushi eating friends and family and it's very affordable.
Plus, it has very spicy, flavorful Kimchee. That's always a plus for me! Every person I have sent that way loves the food!
Ku is the place at Preston & Forest
A simple and nice sushi place on Greenville Ave - Tampopo. They don't try to be elegant, just to serve good food, the sushi and everything else.
I find that different sushi restaurants each have a specific sushi dish that they excel at. My favorites are the Golden California roll at Blue Ocean in Lewisville, the spicy tuna roll at Japango in The Colony, and the escolar tataki at Steel. But Steel as a whole is excellent.
If you're citing a restaurant's "AMAZING!!!" [insert meaningless name] Roll as a reason for its greatness, you probably don't know what you're talking about.
What places get fish deliveries more than 3 times a week?
Who has the most diverse selection of fish? (There is more interesting stuff out there than tuna, salmon, shrimp and scallops.)
Who truly has a DAILY menu?
And please, no more about that AMAZING roll. With enough mayo you can make anything taste good.
Oishii is my favorite place to eat in Dallas. It clearly has the best sushi around. It is located ar 2525 Wycliff, just off the toll road.
Steel has the freshest sushi in town!
We have always enjoyed our visits to Steel.
Sushi Sake - no question! Always fresh and always meets expectations.
Sit at the bar with Sota; buy him a drink and tell him to make what he likes -- be adventurous and you won't be disappointed.
The Fish in West Village is always great.
Kotta Sushi Lounge in Frisco is by far the best! Best quality, best service, and most unique. If you haven't tried it, its definetly a place you wanna visit. So good it will make you wanna slap yo' momma!
PIRANHA'S in Arlington and Fort Worth is by far the BEST sushi ever. It's always delicious and they have the friendliest staff. Worth the drive from anywhere in DFW!
I like Steel's sushi and their menu, but a group of friends and I had a horrible service experience last time we were there. I wrote a letter to the management and hopefully the rude waiter got fired, though I doubt it. I'm not so hot on that place anymore because of that.
I'm not a sushi snob, so I pretty much like every place I've been to. I have never walked blindly into a sushi bar...I've always based my visits on reviews or the recommendations of others. I'm also pretty boring in my tastes. The few times I've been adventurous (at Teppo with a sushi roll that contained a pickle and egg, among a million other ingredients), I've been mostly disappointed. So I stick with what I like. I'm sure to some that's blasphemy.
Ku Sushi is the best. Kind of hard to find at Preston & Forest. Fresh food & excellent service.
Sushi Rock in Plano gets my vote! Good service, great music and excellent food! From the sushi bar (love their home smoke salmon) to their grill (order the calamari) and their the caesar salad is a must.
Sushi Axiom in Fort Worth is by far the best sushi I have ever had, hands down!! I am sure these all are good too, but I have not tried many since I love this place so much!!!!
Living in Weatherford is not easy for a sushi lover. Thankfully Sushi Axiom is just a short drive up I30; the fish is fresh and the signature Axiom roll is one of the best I've ever tasted.
Thankfully, Yutaka exists. Providing seriously the best sushi in DFW. It would be sad for Yutaka to not be recognized as the best, yet happy since seating is limited and I'd hate to wait for their amazingly tasty and unique specials.
During 20 years of eating sushi in Dallas, things change. Remember Sushi on McKinney in '88? Right now, Tei Tei and Steel top our list for consistently high quality sashimi in a pleasing setting.
Gotta agree that Tei Tei and Teppo reign supreme! "A" quality sushi and sashimi and the best chefs around. Yutaka places 3rd.
Mr. SUSHI !!!
Teppo is hands down the best Sushi restaurant in Dallas and undoubtedly one the the best in the US. Tommy is a truly great chef and delivers consistent quality and variety. Masa provides the ying of the yang with fantastic grilled fare. My family and I count the days between our visits to this gustatory paradise.
By no doubt, The Fish in West Village is THE best sushi in Dallas. Not only is their sushi fresh and beautiful, their specials are unique and taste like love. I had the King Fish last night and it was amazing. Service is excellent, executive chef is first-class, and the dining experience is consistently wonderful… Wow!
ZEN SUSHI in Bishop Arts Disctrict of North Oak Cliff is the BEST sushi in all of Dallas -- possibly in all of the U.S.!!! Always fresh and always delicious -- like "butter" -- it melts in your mouth!!!
When I visit my daughter in Fort Worth, Wasabi Sushi on Hulen is OUTSTANDING! This is an independently owned sushi bar and very classy!
Oishii is best for sushi. The tataki dishes and his Summer Roll are the best. The owner, Thanh Nguyen, is very personable and he makes it a point to remember all his customers' names. He has opened a full service lounge next door as well.
All the votes for Oishii may baffle some people, but anyone who regularly visits knows that no one tries harder to really know and please their customers than Thanh.
This includes only serving quality fish and serving generous portions. Granted, you're not going to get the exotic offerings you may find at other places, but I'd rather frequent a place where I know that I'm going to get a quality meal by an owner that remembers my likes and dislikes and occasionally surprises me with a special dish created just for me.
As an additional bonus, like others have pointed out, you can actually afford to have this experience often.
Simon's Sushi should top this list, I've been to Shisei and Nobu, great if you want to impress someone and drop a few hundred bills. Simon's is unprententious with a relaxed atmoshpere and the BYOB policy makes such good sense..
Simon's Sushi should top this list, I've been to Shisei and Nobu, great if you want to impress someone and drop a few hundred bills. Simon's is unpretentious, casual and the BYOB policy makes such good sense.
One place that is not mentioned is Sushiyama located on Forest Lane near Texas Instruments. Always fresh and you even get to hang out with other local sushi chefs who may even surprise you with a dish of their own.
The best is by far Oishii!!! The quality of the fish is incredible for the price. Taung rolls traditional and southwest rolls using fresh ingredients such as avacados and jalopenos. Don't forget the great kitchen foods as well. They have the best Pho in Dallas and the Black Cod app is a delightful starter!!! The Bar is open now as well.
OISHII is hands down the best sushi in Dallas!!!! My husband and l moved here from San Francisco where the sushi is amazing, we tried many places in Dallas until we found Oishii. We have never looked back since, Thahn always goes above and beyond to satisfy his customers. We are actually kind of obsessed with place!!!!!!
OISHII ROCKS!!!!!!!!! Shout out to JIM!!
The Fish in West Village should be on the list as the best and can raise your sushi IQ.
Zen is the very best!!! The food is so fresh, the atmosphere terrific, and the service is excellent. I have lunch or dinner there at least twice week. I love the establishment1
Oishi it is. The staff treats you as one of the family and will cater to all your sushi needs. Thanh has it down, serving the best food in town all the while remembering your name! Thanks Team Oishi (Thanh, Tam, Jim, Pepe, Gee, etc..)
Oishi's is the best Sushi restaurant in town. It is an excellent value. The Sushi is always fresh and the wasabi makes it extra special.
Cowtown Sushi is the best in Tarrant County with Piranha Killer Sushi a close second.
Sushi Rock in Plano. Great ambience, great sushi, creative fusion, and zero pretentious attitude.
fujiyama on Frankford and midway is the best sushi in dallas. The fish is always fresh and the make the sushi a lot larger then the normal sushi spot. It is very feeling and is very pleasing to the taste buds.
Oishii !! We've been to several sushi places and none of them compare to the flavor and welcoming feeling of Oishii. Oishii is a hidden pearl.
I like Asian Mint's sushi specialty rolls!! If you have not had their Dallas Roll and their Crazy Roll, they are to die for! Also, their fresh asian mint roll is a great spectrum of their fresh fish with a very yummy fresh citrus sauce. They also have $1 nigiri on monday and tuesday nights with $2 off all bottled sake which I love! Yutaka is also one of my favorites when I am in the uptown area, but for something in the middle of dallas, Asian Mint is my favorite...;) www.asianmint.com
Oishii.
OSAKA in plano, unpretentious yet delectable in its own way
ku sushi at preston and forest is my favorite. Fresh and delightful food, beautiful interior, and great service from nice staff.
RA Sushi in Plano at the shops of Legacy is the best place for sushi, great atmosphere, excellent service and a good looking staff and clients that is unbeatable!
Teppo and Tei Tei are the same guy. Teppo was first. After success, Tei Tei was opened. The price points are the same, despite the fact that guidelive inexplicably has Teppo listed at a $$$$ price level while Tei Tei is at $$$. They are both $$$$, and they are both among the top four in Dallas. Shinsei ($$$$) and Yutaka ($$$$) are the other two. Those four all deserve four stars (****) Nobu (***1/2, $$$$) is pure hype. Don't waste your money on this over-hip deuche and sleaze-magnet.
Mr. Sushi is absolutely the best. Not a fan of Shinsei - average sushi (not very fresh) also horrible service at Shinsei. Based on your comments, Oishii is on my list to try.