Top Best Sushi Places & Restaurants in Phoenix

"Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user leesean used under CC BY-SA 2.0. If you want to eat at Hiro on a weekend or evening be sure to book in advance because this little gem is a well-known spot for some of the best sushi. The fish is always fresh, the staff delivers excellent customer service and there is a good friendly atmosphere."

"This Scottsdale sushi house has been a local institution since 1997, back when sushi was still a curiosity with many diners. This cozy neighborhood sushi restaurant offers some of the city's best chirashi bento boxes. The inventive menu includes Italian-style whitefish with scallions and tomato with olive oil."

"At SumoMaya Mexican-Asian Kitchen, tasty tapas-style small plates meet the big, bold flavors of Latin America and the Far East. SumoMaya’s menu features only the finest, freshest ingredients and boldest flavors from across Latin America and the Far East. The modern restaurant serves up a wide variety of drinks, so diners can get not only their beer and sake, but tequila and margaritas."

"fuses the two into one, serving an amazing tapas-style menu that’s customizable for any occasion, from romantic tables for two to office-wide tables for 20. Whether you go guac and sushi, or a miso Chilean sea bass with American wagyu carne asada, SumoMaya is one of the most-inventive dining destinations in Scottsdale."

"The truth is, it takes a lot for a veggie burger, stir fry or a salad to blow the socks off a tenured vegetarian. So, for anyone looking for a truly unique concept, we'd recommend SumoMaya. This fusion experience combines the flavors of Asia with the culinary traditions of Mexico and essences of South America."

"If you want dim lighting, a lengthy sushi bar, and a BYOB policy, head just north of the intersection of Seventh and Missouri avenues to Hana Japanese Eatery. This small family-owned and -operated eatery offers dishes like squid maruyaki, scallop edamame kasane age, Hana tempura, and various bento box lunch options. The restaurant's closed Mondays, but on other nights you can enjoy your favorite craft beer or a bottle of sake with a Hana Pecha roll or maguro teriyaki."

"Lori Hashimoto’s laid-back family affair is rightly lauded as one of the best neighborhood sushi joints in town. Here, you’ll find a mix of classic maki and nigiri built on a solid foundation of excellent seafood and rice alongside Hashimoto’s more brash, contemporary creations. Among them: the Hana Egg, a soft-boiled, tempura-fried egg paired with a zippy mentaiko sauce; and grilled lamb marinated with miso and pomegranate juice."

"What is it: An intimate and casual setting is what you get at Hana, letting you focus on satisfying your appetite. Some sweet, glazed eel nigiri can lead the way to specialties like the Hana mint leaf, where uni or tuna is wrapped in shiso leaves before getting battered and fried. Why go: Ask any Phoenix foodie about great sushi in town and Hana will often, if not always, be at the top of the list."

"This Japanese-inspired restaurant was an immediate sensation at its debut back in 2010, famous for the artistic sensibilities of local James Beard Award-winning chef Nobuo Fukuda. The chef-artist is a critical darling for his iconoclastic take on traditional Japanese cuisine. By day, nosh on the elegant small plates and light, impeccably constructed salads, sandwiches and bowls."

"Few restaurants in the Valley are taken for granted like Nobuo at Teeter House, and that needs to change. Nobuo Fukuda serves dazzling food that’s smart and precise. But the way he has so naturally married the techniques and ethos of his native Japan to the soul and flavors of Arizona is what makes his work unique."

"Nobuo at Teeter House is named after it’s chef, Nobuo Fukuda. Chef Nobuo was born and raised in Tokyo and has 30 years of experience working as a Chef in Arizona. He was known to serve traditional Japanese dishes with a modern flair."

"It’s a chain, it’s a California import and it’s located in the W Scottsdale, so one could be forgiven for assuming Sushi Roku is more about the scene than the cuisine. To be fair, sometimes it is (i.e., on the weekends), but none of that changes the fact that this is some of the best sushi in town. The nigiri offerings are extensive, including a lengthy list of specials built on a solid foundation of very good rice and — if you request, for an upcharge — fresh wasabi."

"If you're looking to shell out for date-night sushi, a go-to spot is Scottsdale's Sushi Roku. When you combine darn good sushi with the upscale atmosphere of the W Hotel Scottsdale, it makes for a pretty impressive first date or date night option. It's expensive, yes, but sometimes you have to dig into your wallet a little bit the first time you're dining with a new companion, or showing someone you love a night on the town."

"Part of Sushi Roku’s draw may be the uber-chic scene at the W Scottsdale Hotel, but it’s the list of fresh fish you can’t find anywhere else in the city that keeps real sushi lovers coming back."

"With a happy hour menu for every aspect of the restaurant, Kasai Japanese Steakhouse in Scottsdale is a great place to gather with friends on the spacious covered patio. The patio dining section features a mix of low and high-top tables, as well as heaters for chilly nights. The menu at Kasai includes sushi, teppanyaki and Asian fusion appetizers and entrees."

"Unfortunately not that pleased or satisfied with the service and food. We've come here multiple times and haven't had good experiences."

"This modern sushi cafe has over 800 online reviews, with an average of 4.5/5 stars. For takeout, you can order sushi rolls, vegetarian rolls, salads, bowls, and noodles."

"A restaurant run by a group of seasoned entrepreneurs with a wide range of skill sets will inevitably deliver a bang for the buck. Koibito brings authentic Hawaiian culinary experience to Scottsdale. Diners at Koibito Poke Waterfront are usually thrilled by its spotlessly clean, wide, open-space environment, its refreshing smell devoid of seafood funky odors, and often personal attention from the owner."

"One of the most popular hiking trails in the valley is the Echo Canyon trail at Camelback Mountain. The Echo Canyon Recreation Area is made up of layered sandstone and comprises the "head" of Camelback Mountain. Prepare to catch of glimpse at some of the smaller animals of the Sonoran Desert, including cottontail rabbits, snakes, lizards, Harris antelope squirrels as well as a variety of birds."

"Like the tracks not listed on an album liner, Hidden Track Café offers specialty food and beverages that extend beyond what you’ll find in chain retail and grocery stores. Try their horchata iced coffee or Japanese cold brew made daily. While you’re there you can also pick up some fine cheese, Noble Bread and pair with a bottle of wine and beer from the Hidden Track Bottle Shop next door."

"A post shared by Diana Brandt Arizona Foodie ™ (@azfoodie) on Jun 10, 2019 at 6:10pm PDT. Adjacent to Pomo Pizzeria in downtown Phoenix, Luna Gelateria makes and serves the beloved Italian dessert using high-quality ingredients spanning from Arizona to Italy. Owner Stefano Fabbri—whose father opened Luna Caffetteria in Rimini, Italy, in 1969—brings the time-honored tradition of gelato making to this downtown hotspot, where 12 to 18 flavors are offered daily."

"Luna Gelateria is run by an Italian family that has been serving great pizza and pasta at Pomo Pizzeria for years. They just recently added a gelato shop to the restaurant, but it’s clear they’ve already perfected it, which is why Luna is one of our picks for the best ice cream in Phoenix!. They have plenty of the scooped gelato you typically see, but they also have fresh gelato made in a machine that churns it right at the counter."

"A post shared by CruiseNFoodie (@cruisenfoodie) on Apr 11, 2019 at 8:49pm PDT. Specializing in authentic Italian gelato, Frost creates its creamy concoction with ingredients, machinery and display cases imported from Italy. Led by gelato chef Nazario Melchionda—who hails from Bologna, Italy, and won the 2019 Technical Jury Award at the Gelato Festival America—the modern and fresh gelateria located at the Biltmore Fashion Park offers more than 60 flavors, including “flavors of the month,” specialty items that have included salted caramel truffle, panna cotta, kiwi, and amaretto."

"You may have heard of Frost; they have multiple locations around the US and even a few internationally, but they first opened in Arizona, so it’s local favorite we’re all about it!. While Frost has grown into a larger chain, they still operate as a small shop, making all of their gelato in house daily. With over 30 flavors of gelato and sorbets, there is something for everyone; they even have multiple vegan options."

"Chill out with tantalizing dark chocolate, tiramisu, honey lavender and Bailey’s Irish gelato ($6.11-$8.12 cup, $15.59 pint, $24.68 quart) and a cornucopia of sweet and salty toppings. The selection at Frost also includes handmade dairy-free sorbets in flavors such as strawberry and champagne and limoncello."