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    Fighting Fish

    4.5 (405 reviews)
    ModerateSushi Bars, Poke, Salad
    Closed 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Pepperoni Pepperito Burrito
    Ken D.

    One of the best meals I have had in Richmond in a very long time. Service was awesome, great atmosphere...... damn good food! The fighting fish burritos were very filling..... it was a surprise to me since when the dropped it off I was thinking what else I could order..... no need it was plenty. The flavors exploded with every bite. Go and enjoy this gem while you can. We will be back.

    Kali G&T
    John B.

    Such a little gem. We stopped in for a snack. Delicious yummy Sushi. Wonderful bartender made us Gun and Tonics with an Hibiscus and Orange Peels called Kali. A local Gin. Just a wonderful experience all around

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    Jonique M.

    Went here on a whim and it was kind of disappointing. There was no one at the hostess stand so we had to wait a while to be acknowledged. Once seated, our waitress took a while to come over. Place is cute and currently decorated for Christmas. Wasn't a fan of their water. Ordered a lemon drop and it took a while to arrive despite them not being busy. Lemon drop was pretty good. Food also took a while to come out. Shrimp tempura roll was tasty. The crab feast (?) was also tasty according to hubby. Ordered an app of the fries and they came out with the rolls, not the best but still good! Happy to have them or would still be hungry. Food is a 4 but slow service drops the experience to a 3.

    Flaming Tuna Nachos
    Amy H.

    We've been here for both takeout and dining in. Most recently we ordered poke bowls and sushi- everyone was very pleased with the take out and the flavors were seriously amazing. Every time we go here or do takeout it's consistently yummy. I'd say if you're dining in, get a reservation for sure.

    Tiger Tempura Roll and Sweet potato roll
    Dalton S.

    So I ordered takeout from Fighting Fish and didn't get the full dine in kind of experience but everything else left a great impression. From the moment I hit the order button, the food was ready and waiting for me when I arrived. The inside vibe seemed really casual and chill from that brief moment I was in there it was calm. I went with the Tiger Tempura and the Sweet Potato Roll, and honestly, I wish I had doubled my order. Both were really good and fresh. I was curious about the sweet potato roll, that was new to me and was different than what im used to seeing on a menu but I was excited and I'm so glad I tried it. It was simple and just enough to stand out. If you're in the area and craving sushi, I recommend giving this place a shot. You really can't go wrong with fresh, well-made sushi. I'll be back to explore more of the menu for sure.

    Miso soup and ginger tossed salad
    Deneen S.

    Monday 7/7/25 5pm Had a taste for some sushi stop by to fighting fish cause it was close to me at that moment. I stopped here one time before before whatever reason they weren't open so why not? Upon entering, it's not very appealing, but once you're inside the restaurant It's very nice. This is not a big restaurant but appears to be Family friendly, good for a date or just eating by yourself. There were about 6 to 8 people already in there. I was seated immediately, and my order was taken shortly thereafter. I ordered Tobiko roll, California roll and shrimp tempura roll. I also ordered a ginger salad and miso soup. This is the first time I order the tobiko roll and it came with different colored tobiko. I addressed that with the waiter he assured me that it was the same thing. I'm used to the orange Tobiko, but I decided to try it anyway. The different colors were very appealing to the eye. There was a slight fishy taste but Still good. I also ordered a California roll which was good and a shrimp tempura roll which was good. I did ask for some more eel sauce. Ginger salad- VERY good! I like that they had avocado and the salad and tomatoes. The salad was very very fresh. Miso soup - that miso soup was lacking something. It tasted very bland and I'm a big fan of miso soup. I didn't even drink it. This restaurant was a bit more expensive than what I'm used to paying for the same order by about $10 - $12. The service was good I would return.

    Specialty Roll
    Brina T.

    Fighting Fish serves some of the best quality sushi in town -- and at prices that seriously can't be beat! Every piece l is fresh, beautifully made, and packed with flavor. You can really taste the difference in the quality of their ingredients. The staff is just as impressive -- super friendly, attentive, and always make you feel right at home. Whether you're dining in or grabbing takeout, the service is consistently fast and welcoming. If you're a sushi lover looking for top-notch food without the high price tag, Fighting Fish is the spot. Delicious, affordable, and always a great experience!

    Tuesday evening
    Pat C.

    Fighting Fish had good reviews so I decided to walk in on a Tuesday night. Got seated right away. They have a relatively big space. 4/5 They serve complimentary miso soup. Had roasted corn guacamole, salmon crab bake roll, rainbow roll, and California roll. Overall the food was alright, nothing out of ordinary. 3/5 Service was good. 4/5 Overall, the food didn't quite excite my palate. Would give this Americanized sushi spot 4/5

    Tova W.

    This restaurant has street parking available. Well decorated and seating is decent. They have lots of tables as well as bar seating. The staff were nice. The sushi was good and decently priced. The miso came after we got our sushi and was average. They had a lot of shellfish options (if you have allergies be aware).

    Fighting Fish Poke Don
    Connie T.

    My sushi lover friends love Fighting Fish and say it's one of the best options in town. We went during lunch on a weekday and it wasn't too packed. The restaurant itself is on the smaller side so I'd recommend a reservation to be safe. There is only street parking as well. My friend enjoyed the poke don and wished it came with more fish. I got the keep it classic lunch combo where you can choose three classic rolls. I got the sweet potato roll, shrimp tempura roll, and California roll and really liked all of them. I usually can't finish three rolls but they were petite enough that I could. I've also never seen Japanese purple sweet potato used in a roll.

    Calamari
    Caroline D.

    This place is great! Got the gyoza and calamari apps and some umeshu (Japanese Plum Wine). The gyoza were perfectly crispy and seasoned! The calamari was so good and the fried jalapeños mixed in were perfect. The sauces were really well done too. I forgot to take a picture of the rolls but I got a spicy salmon and sweet potato roll and they were really good! The ambiance at night is perfect it's pretty dim with candles and it's very cozy. Make sure to have a reservation on weekends or be prepared to wait! Staff is great.

    House Salad
    Maya O.

    Fighting fish has such a clean and fashionable interior with excellent, attentive service. The Matcha Mocktail I had was so good and mixed well, along with a fresh house salad. The firecracker roll tasted fresh and balanced as no one flavor was overpowering. I enjoyed the tuna nachos, which I would never normally get so I'm glad i got to try, but one of my friends thought there were too many flavors happening. Overall, great and fun experience!

    Aya C.

    SO GOOD. A SUSHI BURRITO IS QUITE A CONCEPT. I also had the tower. Left feeling light but full ! I will definitely be returning.

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    The sushi is good for Richmond but unfortunately they are very consistent about being very slow.

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    so goood ! its a little tight. and you leave smellijg like hot grease. BUT THE FOOD IS AMAZING! i could eat there every day.

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    9 years ago

    I had the sushi burrito and I was delicious. The price was fair and the service was prompt. I will be going back again soon

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    8 years ago

    Best sushi in Richmond! Though my odds of getting a table are probably better if I don't share that information....

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    7 years ago

    Highly recommend this place. Billy is a class chef, and the menu is both innovative and delicious.

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    This place has Excellent service and Food is great. I would recommend for anyone who likes sushi or Poke bowls.

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    The food was delicious and the service was great. The rainbow sushi donut was a great appetizer. Prices were good. Definitely recommend.

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