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    503 Sushi Bar

    3.2 (170 reviews)
    InexpensiveJapanese, Sushi Bars
    Open 2:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Simon D.

    Usually I hate sushi, but I think their volcano roll has changed my mind! The eel and chicken katsu was also really great. We used their online ordering service, and they brought out our food pretty fast with no issues. The layout was really interesting because the restaurant is on a sort of balcony above a metaphysical store and the rest of the sort of mall area in the Reed. If you've ever been there, you know what I mean-- the building used to be an opera house, which gives it a really unique charm. You have to walk through the service counter area to actually get to the restaurant, but that wasn't an issue. There are big windows and fun lighting along the top of it, so you get a really nice view of the Salem streets in the area. We unfortunately splashed a lot of water onto the window, however, so if the staff is reading this... we are very, very sorry. I was just as soaked as the glass was.

    Dust. Disgusting.
    Thomas R.

    Sure it's salem so the sushi isn't great. That's expected. And a lot of places post pandemic are struggling with speedy service, so let's have some generosity of spirit. But the servers are just rude. For no reason. It's one thing to have mediocre food and bad service but at least be pleasant. Also the kitchen area is disgustingly filthy. See pic.

    C S.

    My partner recently took on a big change at work and we've seen our time together get much more limited with her work schedule changes. Last night we planned to meet after her first Sunday shift in years for a sushi dinner date at what we'd been told was a pretty good place. I love what they've done at the Reed Opera House downtown, it looks beautiful. Going into the restaurant I was a little annoyed with their new method of ordering, but I'm nothing if not adaptable in this post COVID world. You scan a QR code and you're taken to a digital menu where you order and pay all at once (I do like Apple Pay options, I suppose). I will say I intended to leave a tip in cash based on service, but I have an issue tipping before I receive any service. Anyway after ordering, we received our sushi on one plate, and were surprised to find that the only double roll (the dragon roll) was slathered in avocado slices (which was not specified on the menu). We noted specifically an avocado allergy existed. We also ordered a spider roll (that is made with avocado) that was going to be completely for my partner and so we ordered as is. Upon receiving our food, and noting the issue that we had, we flagged one of the two servers down and explained the situation, that the dragon roll appeared to be made incorrectly, because there were avocado slices all over it. She went back to the chef, who is also apparently the owner and manager, and I saw her explain the situation. She came back and informed us that "that is just the way he makes it". When I emphasized that we ordered it specifically because it didn't have avocado, I asked her to have the chef remake it. She stated that he had told her that he would not remake it. That was when I asked her to let me speak to him, assuming she would pass along the message and he would come out to speak to me. When she came back to our table a minute later, she looked rather embarrassed, and said that we needed to leave. Needing clarification, my partner asked were they going to refund us, to which she replied no, they were not going to refund the coat of our meal amd that she had been instructed to take our plate, and we were to leave the restaurant. He would not remake our food, allow us yo eat our food, or process a refund. It was at this point that I did get up and walk over to him, just to clarify what was being told to us, and after grabbing a menu from their serving counter, and showing it to him very clearly where the Dragon roll DOES NOT have avocado listed as an ingredient. He angrily tossed his own menu and said again no refund, no correction, and we had to leave. I was shocked. Needless to say our date night hit a serious speed bump. We ended up at Ventis just to eat something, but we'd both been excited for sushi, soooo. I would highly recommend that we let this horrible business go out of business. With so many good options of places to eat downtown, this one should not ever be patronized again.

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    Glenn C.

    So yummy! Affordable, small portions of fresh sushi and an aesthetically pleasing dining area. The place is definitely popular with the students around campus - since it's so cheap. Come one come all Willlamette students. Pros: - Value: Most of the rolls are well worth what the restaurant charges, which is pretty dang inexpensive. Not to mention the bowls are huge and all the elements are done well. The rice always comes out cooked properly, the proteins are always seasoned and sauced well, and veggies come fresh. - Location: Every time I ask my Uni friends where we should eat out, 503 is always on our radar. It looks seriously unique in a very "hidden gem," saloon kinda way, definitely great vibes from the place. It gets a pretty nice street view of the center of Salem's city life. Really charming. Overall, nothing but love for this place, you get what you pay for + some.

    Vegas Roll, Volcano Roll
    Deez N.

    This is the best sushi I have ever had. The flavors exploded in my mouth and I almost cried tears of joy. The staff is friendly and it's quick service. I usually don't like avocado but with this sushi i did like it. The flavors compliment each other so much. I would definitely go here if i were you.

    Volcano Roll, Vegas Roll, Dynamite Roll, Shrimp Nigiri

    The food was really good & a lot of variety, very favorable. Will be coming back again !

    Cindy M.

    I've had better sushi in the local area for around the same price, but the place was worth trying once.

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    11 years ago

    The fish here is really high quality. I can't emphasize enough how great the value is. 2 nigiri pieces for 2 dollars. Highly recommend

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    The Vegas roll and udon is the best! The music sets a nice atmosphere for eating, and it was an overall great experience.

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    (12 reviews)
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    super amazing spot. i'm a genius and forgot to take pictures of the food before we finished it but…read moreall i can say is that it definitely overdid my expectations. the guy is so sweet and methodical about how he packs everything, and the food was so so good, pricing is amazing aswell. packed the udon noodles separately from the broth/curry separate from the rice like cmon! nobody does that anymore!! it's cute outside, there's a small seating area as well but we just grabbed our food and went back to our hotel. just passing through Salem but was so glad to find this hidden gem. if i was ever in the area again, this would be my first stop. 31 bucks for two amazing meals and an appetizer in this economy? worth it! definitely check this place out, it's just one person running it but he's got it down. some of the best japanese food i've had in a long time!

    This place is an absolute gem!! We are traveling through Salem and were hungry, daughter was…read morecraving udon so we searched and found this little roadside trailer on Yelp, decided to give it and try and we are so impressed! The food is delicious and packaged very thoughtfully. We got katsu curry, Gomoku Udon, and chicken karage. All are fantastic. Curry has rich flavor and the katsu is perfectly breaded and fried. Dashi broth is seasoned well with an intense fish flavor. Noodles were cooked just right. Chicken karage was a little on the dark side, but still had great flavor. Service was prompt and he was the nicest gentleman! Blink and you might miss it, the location is pretty hidden in a parking lot. Definitely support this small business if you like Japanese cuisine, you will not be disappointed!

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