15 Of The Best Sushi Spots In Brisbane When You’re On A Roll
Find your soy-mate
Ah, the humble sushi roll. Small in size but packing a punch, the time-honoured Japanese fare has firmly found its place in the mainstream, with Brisbane home to many restaurants and eateries that know their way around sushi, raw fish, and everything in between.
From upscale restaurants to hole-in-the-wall joints, here are the best sushi spots in Brisbane you’ll want to get your hands on.
By the way, we consider everyone in this list the best of the best! To make finding your next favourite that much easier, we’ve ordered the list alphabetically by suburb and also have filtering tabs for your convenience. Did we miss someone from the list? Let us know here!
Komeyui
Spring Hill
This Melbourne-born institution has arrived in Brisbane, bringing with it an artistic vision for every dish on its impeccably handcrafted menu. Here, sushi is a work of art, so we recommend their omakase offering to enjoy the best of it all!
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Boom Boom Room
Brisbane City
Head underground and discover elevated Japanese street food and bold dishes at the Boom Boom Room! Influenced by the freshest Australian produce, the à la carte menu features the likes of a nigiri trio with yellowfin tuna, Ōra King salmon, and wagyu beef aburi, as well as amebi prawn gunkan – a boat-shaped sushi roll with kombu and salmon roe.
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Yoko Dining
Brisbane City
Howard Smith Wharves’ split-level izakaya brings energy and dynamism into everything they do, so you know their sushi is one for the books! Get your hands on their drool-worthy soft shell crab temaki and wagyu nigiri to enjoy alongside river views. Pro tip: your order isn’t finished unless it has a plate of sashimi!
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Wagaya
Fortitude Valley
Hidden away above the heart of Fortitude Valley, Wagaya lovingly crafts the comforting ambience of a Japanese family kitchen in its sushi dishes. Ordering plate after plate is easy with the touch screens at your table, so you can get your fill of sashimi, rolls, inari, and more within intimate booths and private rooms.
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Hikari
Teneriffe
Authentic with a fresh twist, this cosy eatery serves up over 20 types of sushi rolls made to order that are unlike anything you’ve ever tried before – think edamame mash, torched salmon, truffle salsa, and spicy tuna tartare. With its bustling vibe and izakaya-style menu, you’ll feel like you’re dining on the streets of Osaka when you pull up a seat here.
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Zero Fox
Teneriffe
This laidback Japanese and Korean kitchen also hosts a delicious offering of sushi you’re sure to devour. Spice lovers will adore their torched marinated salmon with surimi, avocado, and cucumber rolls, or keep it simple with katsu crumbed chicken and avocado, washed down with their curated selection of craft beer.
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Ippin Japanese Dining
West End
This West Village newcomer has already cemented itself as one of Brisbane’s finest Japanese dining experiences! From remarkable sashimi to perfectly crafted rolls and nigiri, these guys are all about showcasing the cuisine’s culinary artistry. Each piece is meticulously crafted by their skilled chefs using only the finest ingredients and traditional techniques.
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Sushi Kotobuki
East Brisbane
Leading the way of Japanese fusion restaurants in Brisbane, Sushi Kotobuki offers top quality and the best prices. Authentic and made fresh, loyal customers continue to come back to this casual eatery for its generous sizings and cheerful atmosphere that makes your go-to sushi order that much better!
The Sushi Factory
Morningside
Making use of The Fish Factory’s fresh and high-grade seafood ingredients, The Sushi Factory makes handmade masterpieces of sushi rolls, hosomaki, sashimi, and nigiri. Available from Thursdays to Sundays, their resident sushi chef honed his skills at the Sushi Academy in Tokyo, bringing the best of the craft to Brisbane.
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Ichiban Sushi
Brisbane City, West End
Ichiban literally translates to ‘number one’ in Japanese, so you know this sushi spot is one of the best! Opting for ethically sourced meat and seafood alongside the freshest ingredients, you can expect a speedy and friendly service from this family-owned and operated business. Paired with sleek and minimalist interiors, their outside dining areas even makes them pet-friendly.
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Sushi Edo
Multiple Locations
Arguably Brisbane’s most accessible sushi stop, Sushi Edo is your go-to when cravings strike and you need a fix, fast. The extensive range is fresh and consistent across their stores Brisbane-wide, from Cannon Hill to Newmarket, and in the CBD too. With most plates only setting you back $4.80, eat up and eat well!
Sushi & Nori
Bowen Hills
Offering premium casual dining in Sydney, Melbourne, and, of course, Brisbane, this eatery and sushi train captures the balance between traditional Japanese methods and modern tastes. You’ll find Sushi & Nori on King Street, serving up bento boxes, nigiri, sushi rolls, and delicious karaage.
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Fresh Sushi Co
Fortitude Valley
‘Fresh’ really is the name of the game here, with the wide selection of sashimi, nigiri, and hand rolls all made using the highest quality produce. Tucked inside James Street Markets, go on and treat yourself to a platter, because you’re definitely going to want seconds and thirds!
Sushi Room
Fortitude Valley
From the culinary mastermind behind Hellenika and SK Steak & Oyster, this Japanese fine dining experience is neo-futurist and nuanced. Seasonal produce takes the lead here in harmonious bites crafted by time-honoured techniques, with the theatre of the sushi chef on show at the 9.3m Japanese Hinoki timber counter floating in a pool of black limestone.
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Hôntô
Fortitude Valley
Reimagining classic Japanese dishes, Hôntô’s menu is approachable, despite its swanky interiors. Dive into the raw menu which showcases local seafood, or tingle your taste buds with fusion flavours in the sushi, such as tempura king prawn with fermented chilli mayo and avocado, and aburi scampi, chilli butter, and chives (extra caviar, optional).
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