Where to Eat Sushi in Tampa
Whenever a craving for sushi hits while in Tampa, you’re in luck due to the many offerings around this growing city. With its gulf coast location contributing an abundance of fresh ingredients and creative chefs offering classic and specialty options, the only problem you might have is which restaurant to choose. We’re here to help with this.
Whether you live or work in Tampa or are only here for a visit, an ideal sushi restaurant is always nearby. Here are nine of the best sushi restaurants in Tampa right now and ones you’ll want to seek out sooner rather than later.
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SoHo Sushi
3218 W. Kennedy Blvd., Tampa, FL 33609,
(813) 873-7646
Is it art, or is sushi? This is the question you may be asking yourself as your server sets a plate in front of you at SoHo Sushi. Here you can enjoy hand-crafted, artisanal sushi made with the freshest ingredients. Not only aesthetically pleasing, each sushi roll is top quality with delicious taste combinations. Experience the Red Devil Roll, with its lobster and fried shrimp tucked under a layer of tuna and avocado. Another specialty found here is the Green Menace Roll, a combination of tempura, avocado, and scallops. SoHo Sushi provides creative dishes in a trendy, fun atmosphere where you’ll want to return to again and again.
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Kelp Sushi Joint
6507 W. Waters Ave., Tampa, FL 33634,
(813) 889-8898
3401 W. Bay to Bay Blvd., Tampa, FL 33629,
(813) 831-2222
Go for a slightly upscale yet casual dining experience at Kelp Sushi Joint in the Town and Country neighborhood of Tampa. The chefs here get creative, offering various sushi rolls and the ever-popular poke bowls. Clever and delicious combinations abound, and you’re never at risk of getting bored with the food choices available. Go for a tried-and-true classic roll or be adventurous with their specialty options. Try the all-inclusive Eight Wonder roll or the Geisha with its salmon, scallop, spicy tuna, asparagus, and avocado. Another popular option is the Honolulu Sunset, complete with pineapple, shrimp tempura, avocado, coconut, and tropic sauce. Save a little room for a dessert such as their mochi ice cream or green tea cheesecake.
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Water + Flour
1015 S. Howard Ave., Tampa, FL 33606,
(813) 251-8406
Referring to themselves as a California-Miami-Local SoHo vibe restaurant is only part of the story at Water + Flour. The incredible sushi and other items on their menu are amazing as well as geared to providing the highest quality healthy cuisine available. Their fresh fish sushi is a winner all the way around in the search for the best sushi restaurants in Tampa. They also offer creative vegetarian and gluten-free options. Using fresh, health-conscious ingredients is the key to this restaurant’s success and why Tampa locals return again and again.
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Yoko’s Japanese Restaurant
3217 S. McDill Ave., Tampa, FL 33629,
(813) 835-4311
Snuggle into the cozy atmosphere of Yoko’s Japanese Restaurant and get lost in all the sushi and sashimi combinations they have on offer. Go for the classic rolls or step outside your comfort zone and try one with scallops as the main show stopper. For vegetarians, a fun choice is the Yam Yam Roll, complete with tempura sweet potatoes and avocado served with eel sauce. Be sure to add a chilled or hot sake as well.
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Matoi Sushi and Korean Restaurant
602 N. Dale Mabry Hwy., Tampa, FL 33609,
(813) 871-3233
Sushi is king here at this casual Korean Restaurant located in the business district of Westshore. What the surroundings lack in design is more than made up for in the quality of their food. We like the Dancing Eel, a California roll outfitted with BBQ eel and cream cheese. You’ll never go wrong with choosing the Rainbow Row with its combination of tuna, salmon, and white fish though. Daily specials vary, so go back often and try something new each time. You won’t be disappointed.
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Ebisu Sushi Shack
5116 North Nebraska Ave., Tampa, FL 33603,
(813) 252-6393
Head to the trendy Seminole Heights section of the city to experience another of the best sushi restaurants in Tampa. Small in size, Ebisu Sushi Shack makes up for it in huge taste, all thanks to chef Akemi Simmons. The neighbors already know how good this place is, and now the word is getting out to the rest of us as well. Sushi specials abound during happy hour each day, so stopping in after work is always a good idea. Located in more of a bungalow than a shack, two of the most popular options are the Volcano and the Orange Sunrise.
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Origami Sushi
3615 W. Hillsborough Ave., Tampa, FL 33614,
(813) 878-2145
Serving the area for the past 15 years, locals and visitors alike will find something to like at Origami Sushi. They not only pride themselves on using the freshest top-quality ingredients but also on the artist presentation of each sushi roll you order. Go for the classic combinations or expand your tastebuds by tying a roll with tilapia or conch. Origami Sushi is family and kid-friendly as well for those seeking vegan or vegetarian options. You can expect reasonable pricing as well.
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Umami Sushi
17677 N. Dale Mabry Hwy, (Lutz) Tampa, FL 33548,
(813) 962-5900
Located in the northern reaches of the city, the Umami Sushi restaurant is the place to go for lunch or dinner, whenever the craving for sushi hits you. The restaurant has a neighborly vibe to it, yet people come from everywhere to enjoy its sushi menu. Choose between the creative Chef’s signature rolls, classic winners, and other unique choices such as one with quail eggs, surf clams, or sea urchin. You’ll never run out of choices to try at Umami Sushi.
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Shogun Sushi
15213 North Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL 33618,
(813) 968-1369
One of the biggest sushi secrets in Tampa is tucked inside a busy strip mall in the Carrollwood neighborhood. This treasure is Shogun Sushi. The minute you enter its front door, you sense a romantic atmosphere, with dim lighting and the soft sounds of a waterfall. Not only is the dining space inviting, but the food is beautiful in presentation as well as taste. Here they add a modern twist to classic dishes, so give one of their specialty rolls a try. One suggestion is the Sweetheart Roll with is spicy mixed fish, caviar, seaweed, and avocado. Other delicious options include the hand-rolled Eel Avocado or Spicy Shrimp and Cucumber Roll. You have lots of choices here, so plan on making more than one visit.
Final Word
With its bayside location, Tampa offers the best in seafood and other fresh ingredients for creating the perfect sushi. Wherever you go in the city, stop in one of these nine best sushi restaurants in Tampa for a surprising and satisfying treat.
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