Brian Nagele
Minnesota may be the Land of 10,000 Lakes, but the midwest state probably isn’t the first place that comes to mind for sushi. Despite this, visitors can find many sushi options in Minnesota’s largest city Minneapolis.
Whether you’re taking in a show at the Guthrie Theater or hiking in Minnehaha Park, there are great options all over Minneapolis.
After exploring this city, I chose some of my favorite spots serving fresh and exciting takes on sushi! Check out this list for suggestions on where to get the best sushi in Minneapolis.
Kado no Mise
33 N 1st Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Phone: 612-338-1515
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Find this sushi restaurant in the heart of Minneapolis downtown in the Warehouse District. Kado no Mise opens its doors for two dinner seatings Wednesday through Sunday.
But this isn’t a casual spot you can just drop by. Reservations are required. Expect friendly service at this traditional Japanese eatery, where the setting is upscale but never uptight.
Diners choose from three tasting menus. Chawanmushi, featured on all menus, was the star of the night.
The savory egg custard served alongside shiromi was my favorite course of the evening. The menu consistently delivered fresh and thoughtfully prepared dishes all night.
The sushi course was another standout featuring thirteen pieces of nigiri.
Kyatchi
3758 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55409
Phone: 612-236-4429
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Some of the best sushi in Minneapolis is tucked away in the southwest neighborhood of King Field.
Kyatchi serves sushi and other traditional Japanese dishes along with gourmet hot dogs, a local favorite for its wide variety and reasonable prices.
Many dishes here are vegan and gluten-free, so there’s something for everyone at this hip but fun sushi restaurant.
If you’ve heard about Kyatchi, chances are you’ve also heard about their pressed sushi. People love this sushi, which comes in three varieties: salmon, sea bass, and mackerel.
Kyatchi offers delicious vegetarian options. I recommend sampling some even if you don’t just eat vegetables.
In particular, the Veggie Caterpillar Roll pairs avocado with asparagus for a rich-tasting roll using only vegetables.
Masu Sushi & Robata
330 E Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55414
Phone: 612-332-6278
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On the east side of the Mississippi River in the Nicollet Island neighborhood, Masu Sushi & Robata serves authentic Japanese food with a sustainable twist.
The restaurant’s vibe is split between traditional and trendy. The cute atmosphere makes Masu a perfect place for a night out in Northeast Minneapolis.
All the sushi offered at Masu Sushi & Robata is sustainably sourced, so you won’t find some classics other sushi places serve.
The Crunchy Spicy Salmon Roll utilizes Scottish Salmon with hot but delicious chili, ginger, and garlic sauce. Another highlight of my meal at Masu was the California Roll with real snow crab.
Origami Restaurant
1354 Lagoon Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55408
Phone: 612-223-8666
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The sophisticated but fun Uptown neighborhood near the city’s Chain of Lakes houses Origami Restaurant.
This sushi spot with a sleek modern design offers customers a vast selection of high-quality Japanese dishes and spirits.
Choose from one of many traditional style entrees or sample the sushi at this versatile restaurant. Select one of the sushi platters for variety or order off the nigiri or maki menu.
What I enjoyed most about this restaurant was the wide selection of shellfish nigiri and sashimi. Origami is a great place to try some uni, or sea urchin, a rare item on most menus.
Sushi Train
1200 Nicollet Mall STE C3, Minneapolis, MN 55403
Phone: 612-259-8488
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A few blocks from Loring Park, Sushi Train serves sushi in style. The restaurant offers conveyer belt sushi in a modern setting.
Customers select their dishes from the belt with many fresh options available at different price points. Sushi Train ensures the freshness of their sushi by adding a chip to the plates to track how long it’s been on the belt.
Sushi Train is an excellent spot for people looking to get an introduction to sushi. It’s an affordable way to sample different rolls without committing to a whole serving.
In addition to stacking up several sushi plates, I tried the Spicy Crab Bowl, a vibrant mix of spicy crab in a seaweed salad.
Wakame Sushi & Asian Bistro
3070 Excelsior Blvd, Minneapolis, MN 55416
Phone: 612-886-2063
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Wakame Sushi & Asian Bistro sits on the western edge of Minneapolis near the Chain of Lakes. Despite being far from the city’s center, this sushi restaurant makes a name for itself as a chicly styled hotspot locals flock to.
The decor here is dark but vibrant, with lots of low lighting. The sushi here stood out for its visual appeal. Each dish served here was as beautiful as it was delicious.
One of their specialty rolls, the White Tiger Roll, was my favorite for its pairing of silky avocado with fresh tuna and eel sauce.
Sushi Takatsu
733 S Marquette Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55402
Phone: 612-339-5981
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Sushi Takatsu is a tiny sushi spot delivering classic dishes a few blocks from the Minneapolis Convention Center.
This sushi eatery has limited seating, but many order take-out from this restaurant. Takatsu serves simple sushi and classic Japanese comfort food in this casual setting.
Try the T.N.T Roll here for a spicy bite of salmon and jalapenos. The sushi here isn’t the fanciest but still delivers on flavor.
Takatsu is a great place to grab a quick bite whether you’re looking for sushi or a warm dish to combat the cold Minneapolis winters.
MOMO Sushi
1839 NE Central Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55418
Phone: 612-789-9190
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MOMO Sushi calls the promising Northeast Minneapolis neighborhood home. This area has seen lots of new businesses and art galleries springing up alongside exciting new eateries.
MOMO fits right in this neighborhood with its contemporary but casual twist. MOMO Sushi doesn’t just serve sushi.
Chef Sonam Nyorie creates Tibetan dishes from his home country and sushi. The chef’s background also inspired some of the sushi rolls available here.
I recommend Tibet Mountain Roll, an unconventional roll with steak, cheese, and a crunchy topping for something you’ve never tasted before.
Hibachi Daruma
820 S Marquette Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55402
Phone: 612-354-2250
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Catch a show at the one-hundred-year-old Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis downtown and head a few blocks down 9th Street to Hibachi Daruma.
The spot offers relaxed dining in a minimalist setting with lots of sushi and hot options too! This family-owned business started running a popular food truck and opened its first storefront in 2018.
Each dish here comes out looking stunning, but the stand-out was the Daruma Roll. This roll has the best sushi ingredients: snow crab, shrimp tempura, and torched salmon.
The delicious combination is topped with crunchy tempura flakes and served with sauce.
