Tess Stafford
Columbus, the capital of Ohio, is known to have some amazing food and restaurant scene. Though there’s so many places and cuisines to try, if I had to pick just one, I’d recommend checking out one of the great sushi restaurants in town. With plenty of special rolls, combos, and even boat specials, there’s so much to love at these spots. I’ve put together a list of my favorites sushi places in town so you can try them too.
From sushi only spots, to others with a full Japanese cuisine menu, these spots are great for everyone, even if they don’t like sushi itself. With several causal spots as well as some more sophisticated ones, this list will provide a spot for every occasion. Keep reading to learn a bit about each restaurant!
Sushi Ten
1159 Old Henderson Rd, Columbus, OH 43220
Phone: (614) 451-9100
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As a market-based sushi restaurant, Sushi Ten is a spot you won’t want to miss. This local restaurant serves rolls, poke, and other sushi classics. With hundreds of reviews raving about the food, service, and staff, it’s no wonder people like it here.
There’s so much to choose from on the Sushi Ten menu, so there should be something for everyone. We recommend the spicy California roll, jumbo spicy shrimp, tempura dragon, or crunch Philly. Be sure to check out the party trays as well!
Akai Hana
1173 Old Henderson Rd, Columbus, OH 43220
Phone: (614) 451-5411
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Looking for a spot with a little more than just sushi? Look no further than Akai Hana. This Columbus restaurant serves Japanese and Korean cuisine. And with plenty of beer, wine, soju, and sake, you’ll have everything you need for the perfect meal.
Akai Hana’s menu is filled with amazing dishes to try, so even if you don’t like sushi, you’ll find something to enjoy. Be sure to try the yaki niku, dragonfly roll, bulgogi, or power-up roll. Don’t forget to sip on a drink or grab some mochi for dessert!
The 1126 Restaurant
1126 N High St, Columbus, OH 43201
Phone: (614) 725-3435
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Housed in a sleek and modern interior, The 1126 Restaurant is another must-try in Short North. This Japanese restaurant offers tempura, sushi, and so much more. With an energetic atmosphere and classy setting, this place is great for any occasion.
Choose from tempura, hibachi, sushi, and noodles to find your new favorite at The 1126 Restaurant. Try out the galaxy roll, yaki udon, shrimp and vegetables tempura, or the buckeye roll. Make sure to grab some mochi on your way out!
SUSHI EN
1051 Gemini Pl, Columbus, OH 43240
Phone: (614) 430-9887
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Hoping to save a bit of money? Head over to SUSHI EN. Serving Japanese and Korean cuisine, this spot is known for its large portions and affordable prices. People also love the fresh and delicious sushi, of course.
SUSHI EN’s menu is pretty extensive, so if you can’t decide what to order, we recommend the pork katsu don, last samurai roll, crawfish inferno, or sober monkey roll. Be sure to visit for happy hour from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday for 1/2 off rolls!
Rishi Sushi Kitchen & Bar
114 N 3rd St, Columbus, OH 43215
Phone: (614) 914-5124
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Trying to find a casual spot for some sushi in Downtown Columbus? We suggest Rishi Sushi Kitchen & Bar. This local restaurant sushi, ramen, and even burgers alongside a full-service bar. With an inviting and laid-back atmosphere, this is the perfect spot for a day-to-day lunch.
Rishi Sushi Kitchen & Bar offers a full sushi menu as well as an Asian kitchen menu. Be sure to try the downtown roll, curry ramen, hidden dragon roll, or spicy squid and pork belly. Don’t forget to grab some Thai tea or a drink from the bar!
Moshi Sushi Bar
2152 E Main St, Columbus, OH 43209
Phone: (614) 732-0641
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When you’re looking for something a little more sleek and upscale, Moshi Sushi Bar will do the trick without being too sophisticated for a regular meal. Serving Japanese fusion cuisine, you’ll find everything you need here.
There’s all sorts of great dishes to explore at Moshi Sushi Bar. Try out the tofu steak, brutus roll, Moshi jerk chicken, or hurricane roll. Make sure to wash it down with some wine or a delicious craft cocktail!
Oshio
974 W 5th Ave, Columbus, OH 43212
Phone: (614) 972-8443
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With a 4.5 star rating on Google, it’s clear that Oshio is a well-liked sushi spot. This local restaurant serves a wide variety of sushi and other tasty plates. Chef-owned and operated, this place is sure to knock your socks off.
Much like many of the other spots on this list, Oshio has options for sushi lovers and those who shy away from the dish alike. We recommend the pork ramen, cherry blossom roll, katsudon, or summer roll. Be sure to come by for happy hour from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday and Sunday!
Sushi Ko
122 Hutchinson Ave, Columbus, OH 43235
Phone: (614) 985-6441
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As a restaurant with over 15 years of experience, it’s no wonder Sushi Ko is so popular. This Columbus sushi restaurant serves Japanese dishes alongside tasty rolls. People love the staff, service, and atmosphere here, too!
Sushi Ko’s menu is quite large, so you’e bound to find something you’ll love. Be sure to try the bibimbop, thunder roll, yaki udon, or kamikaze roll. Don’t forget to order some tempura ice cream to end your meal on a sweet note!
Tora
1330 N Hamilton Rd, Columbus, OH 43230
Phone: (614) 428-8672
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Opened in 2009, Tora has been a popular restaurant for over a decade now. This local eatery serves Japanese cuisine including sushi, steak, hibachi, and more. With a stylish interior, this spot is casual enough for a regular meal yet refined enough to celebrate.
Tora’s menu is super long, so if you feel a little overwhelmed, try out the kalbi beef, eagle’s eye roll, Korean stone pot, or blue ocean roll. Make sure to check out their selection of vegetarian sushi rolls as well!
Kooma Sushi Restaurant
37 Vine St, Columbus, OH 43215
Phone: (614) 224-3239
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Rounding out our list of sushi in Columbus is Kooma Sushi Restaurant. You’ll find plenty of sushi, noodles, tempura, and hibachi at this restaurant. With an intimate and dimly lit interior, this is the perfect spot for date night.
Kooma Sushi Restaurant’s menu is complete with every roll you can imagine. We recommend the shrimp yaki-soba, 2004 roll, bulgogi, or stinger roll. Be sure to come by for happy hour from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Monday for half-off rolls!
So, the next time you’re visiting Columbus, you certainly won’t have any trouble picking a restaurant. With this list as your guide, you’ll know exactly where to go, what to expect, and what to order at each spot.
Want something a little more upscale? Check out our favorite steakhouses in Columbus by clicking here.
Which place are you most excited to try? Let us know! Did we leave a restaurant out of this list? Make sure you leave us a comment and we’ll check it out!
