From hamachi yellowtail to omakase, these local sushi restaurants are sure to curb your cravings.
Blue Ribbon Sushi
The Bromberg brothers showcase an enchanting array of sushi rolls and sashimi at this Kenmore Square eatery. From the spicy lobster roll to the Hamachi Usuzukuri with thinly sliced yellowtail, serrano and ponzu, the menu will leave your tastebuds overjoyed. 500a Commonwealth Ave., blueribbonsushikenmore.com
Cafe Sushi
Nestled in Cambridge’s Harvard Square, find the culinary gem Cafe Sushi. From sake to snacks and sushi, any foodie’s cravings will be satisfied. Although the cafe is currently only serving takeout, enjoy the sushi bento box, boasting four assorted nigiri with toppings, four salmon tosa maki, cucumber sunomono and housemade tamago. 1105 Mass Ave., Cambridge, cafesushicambridge.com
Matsunori Handroll Bar
This Audubon Circle spot handcrafts flavor-packed handrolls before your eyes. Each dish is a harmony of premium ingredients like the spicy scallop, featuring Hokkaido scallops, spicy mayo and masago. Pair it with Hojicha roasted green tea and mango shrimp tempura. 900 Beacon St. Unit A, matsu-nori.com
Oishii
Oishii’s lavish and elegant ambiance creates a memorable dinner, with plenty of specialty maki and handrolls to choose from. The king crab maki with cucumber, spicy mayo, tobiko, chili sauce, wasabi and micro greens makes for an unforgettable bite. 1166 Washington St., oishiiboston.com
o ya
Sushi connoisseurs will never want to leave this downtown spot, where a nightly omakase menu features 20 courses of unique nigiri, sashimi and cooked dishes. Relax at the sushi counter to get a clear view of the chefs perfecting your meal. 9 E. St., o-ya.restaurant
Sushi @ Temple Records
Sushi lovers have a new hot spot in town, thanks to the minds of award-winning chef Jamie Bissonnette and industry professionals Andy Cartin and Babak Bina—formally known as BCB3. Take a seat at the Hinoki wood sushi bar for fresh and creative bites like savory makimono rolls and fresh akami nigiri. 17 Temple Place, sushiattemplerecords.com
Three 1 One Omakase
Featuring an 18-course menu by chef Wei Fa Chen, this rave-worthy restaurant serves up seafood sourced locally and imported from Japan. With frequent menu changes, 10 guests can expect bites like the Hokkaido Hairy crab top with Dashi, caviar and Shiso flower. 605 Tremont St., 311boston.com
Umami Omakase
With delicate sashimi and nigiri dotting the menu, this North Cambridge gem is a must. Chef Gary Lei’s kitchen uses fresh, seasonal ingredients in its omakase courses, like A5 Wagyu beef, caviar and truffle. Try the Shokadu Bento box with seasonal sashimi or the chef’s special. 2372 Massachusetts Ave. Cambridge, umamiomakase.com
UNI
Chef/Owner Ken Oringer sources the freshest seafood from Tokyo’s Tsukiji market and New England at this Back Bay favorite. You’ll surely fall in love with any dish on UNI’s extensive menu, updated daily with new delectable bites like hamachi sashimi with ajo blanco, green almond and manzanilla olive. 370A Commonwealth Ave., uni-boston.com
Zuma
Tucked inside the Four Seasons Hotel One Dalton Street, Boston, Zuma combines modern authentic Japanese cuisine with a lively atmosphere. Listen to beats while enjoying their omakase with A5 wagyu. Pair each bite, like the Pirikara Hamachi Maki featuring spicy yellowtail, serrano pepper, avocado and wasabi mayo, with sips like their lychee and rose petal martini. 1 Dalton St., 2nd Floor, zumarestaurant.com
Photography by: Courtesy of Blue Ribbon Restaurants; Cafe Suhi Photo by Mindy Imura; Matsunori Handroll Bar photo by Armani Thao; Courtesy of Oishii; O Ya Photo by Brian Samuels Photography; Sushi @ Temple Records photo by Brian Samuels; 311 Omakase photo by Emanuel Kharasch, Redplus Media; Courtesy of Umami; Courtesy of UNI; Courtesy of Zuma
