While on one of my many stops to Portland this summer, I stopped by Great Wave after a rave review from a friend and they did not disappoint. Great wave is a food truck that rotates around a number of places, so be sure to check out their instagram to see where they will be parked. It was a sweltering hot day when I went, but the Great Wave team was so friendly and upbeat. They were also really accommodating. I went with someone allergic to shellfish and they were really kind about making sure the burger had no cross contamination. I got the sushi burger with tuna and it was incredible. While it's pretty pricy, it was worthwhile for the amount of tuna I received. The crispy rice buns, spicy mayo and soy sauce drizzle, the greens, and the imitation crab salad all balanced perfectly with the tuna. This meal was certainly one of the best I've had in a long time. read more

Great Wave Sushi - Sushi burger - Sushi Bars Near Me - Portland, Maine

Came down for their lobster sushi burger special and it did not disappoint!! With a spicy tuna mix, fresh avocado and lettuce served on a crispy rice bun with a mix of sauces. It was AMAZING, highly recommend it with their sushi rice blocks with lobster, yes, MORE LOBSTER!! They have a great set up down by some of Portlands best local brewery's. Service is always fast and friendly, great experience all around read more

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Rating 4.3 Tried this small food truck for first time during our visit to Maine. The food truck does move so you will likely have to track down when and where they are through their website. We arrived at original location but turns out the truck was at another location so we had to look for it in another brewery. Luckily it was just a few minutes away. It was located at one of the brewery and was set up on the side of where outdoor seating was located. We ordered Sushi burrito, their specials which was lobster crispy rice, and bluefin tuna sashimi. Everything was fresh and tasty. Sushi burrito was packed with salmon and crab meat with some fried flakes and veggies paired with mayo/eel sauce. Very delicious but flavor of the fish does get lost in the sauce. Lobster crispy rice was okay and bluefin tuna sashimi was fresh and tasty but was small portion considering the price. Overall the place is solid and offer alternative form of sushi options. Service was great as everyone was nice and food was prepared quickly. Only downside was the price as it was definitely on the pricy side for what they offer. Otherwise a great place to go. You can also enjoy many drinks the brewery offers depending in where they are. read more

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Yummy! Absolutely scrumptious and made my dinner dreams tonight come true~ met the staff and the owner of the food truck today~ they gave us great description of their fish and what to expect~ the bluefin sashimi special was worth the price. This was all pricy~ but worth the chase~ the lobster on crispy rice special today was phenomenal. Maine and lobsters, can't go wrong because it's all been fresh tasting~ sushi burrito is a bit dry so have your sauce on hand between bites~ Today's stop of the food truck was Belleflower brewery and it wasn't far. Make sure to check out the instagram page before heading over to whenever they have listed on Yelp. The Yelp listed area was just a street down from the actual stop they took today at Belleflower, so it wasn't too bad to chase down. It was clean cute, and chill~ read more

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Great to have this food option at local breweries, and the chef Alex Herzog come a long ways from the small food cart inside of Austin Street. A creative spin on sushi with items like the Sushi Burger (Spicy Tuna * Mixed Crab * Avocado * Fried Rice Buns * Wasabi Mayo drizzle * Jalapeños), Poke Nachos (Seasoned Poké Tuna * Wonton Chips * Sweet Onions * Scallions * Jalapeño Lime Aioli), and the Sushi Tower (California Crab * Spicy Tuna * Avocado * Tempura Crunchies * Spicy Mayo * Eel Sauce) keeps it interesting, and keeping the menu small means he can perfect his craft and keep people happy with the menu items they've come to expect. I had the sushi burger for the first time for its novelty, but it is challenging to eat, and the rice "buns" overpower the sushi fillings. I've had the sushi nachos and sushi tower previously and these were more to my liking and certainly easier to eat! Definitely a 5 star experience in the past. Will come back and order my old favs. read more

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Recently my husband and I were able to take Chef Alex's Sushi 101 class. It was a phenomenal experience. You get to really learn the mechanics behind making rolls as well as some knife skills! You get to make quite a few rolls and eat as you go. We were stuffed by the end and even had some leftover to take home. I have also been a frequent vistor of the truck and it always has the freshest sushi! read more

The flavor and freshness of Great Wave Sushi is amazing! I'm completely in awe. I've seen reviews and posts about them for months but only got to them at Absolem in Winthrop. But have now gone twice and believe me, I will go find them from now on, not just wait for them to be more convenient to me. It's that good! read more

Great Wave Sushi - Sushi burrito!!!! - Sushi Bars Near Me - Portland, Maine

Recommended: Definitely, for fresh and creative sushi. Overall: An excellent choice for enjoying top-quality sushi, especially when visiting Austin Street Brewing. Snapshot: Food: 5/5 Drink: NA Vibe: NA Service: 4/5 Value: 5/5 ‍‍ Family-Friendly: NA Highlights: Perfect For: Pairing delicious, fresh sushi with craft beer Don't Miss: The sushi burrito and the Maki rolls Bonus Tip: Order your food before grabbing a drink, as preparation can take some time All The Details: At Austin Street Brewing, we had the pleasure of trying Great Wave Sushi Food Truck, and it was a delightful experience. The sushi was not only fresh but also creatively crafted. My husband was particularly impressed with their sushi burrito and the Maki rolls. Considering the quality, the pricing was surprisingly good, offering great value. The combination of tasty sushi and excellent beer from Austin Street, enjoyed on a beautiful day at their patio tables, was simply heavenly. One thing to note is that they tend to sell out quickly. We arrived midday and found that several menu items were already gone - a testament to their popularity and the deliciousness of their offerings. A pro tip: place your food order before getting drinks, as the sushi preparation takes a little while. Everything was rolled to perfection, and the staff was friendly and efficient. I am definitely planning to track down this food truck again the next time I'm in Portland. read more

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Instagram picture perfect presentation, but the flavors and portions disappointed. The freshness of the fish was undeniable. I hope to try this spot again for a regular sushi roll. I got the tuna nachos and the sushi burger. read more

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Y'all--I'm pretty sure the sushi burger changed my life. Unfortunately have zero pictures of it because it didn't last long in my hands before making it into my mouth. Soooo delicious, it inspired us to go back for seconds and try the tuna tartare tower, which was equally if not even MORE delicious! This is pop-up sushi can usually be found at Austin St. Brewery on Saturdays, but if you're unsure--check out his Instagram where he posts his locations for the weekends. Austin Street also has amazing beers, so you get a lil 2-for-1 action on trying some of the best bites and drinks in Portland! My favorite thing about Austin Street is they are one of the only breweries that gives Pale Ales the recognition they deserve. read more

Great Wave Sushi - Pop at Austin Street brewery--beer and sushi!!! - Sushi Bars Near Me - Portland, Maine

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AMAZING!!! We got the sushi burger and the poke nachos and I can't express enough how DELICIOUS they are. The nachos are sooo crispy and pungent with tuna pieces. The sushi burger that has the crispy rice and tuna in between. It is THE BEST sushi I have had in southern maine. My mouth is watering for the next time I'll be here. read more

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Vegetarian sushi isn't difficult; it's just mostly uninspired. I know what to expect every single time: a hint of avocado, some seedy cucumber, maybe a shred of two of carrot, bish, bash, bosh. I *love* sushi; I eat it a lot (and I can also eat a lot of it), but I never finish a roll feeling like I've eaten anything other than just a generic veggie sushi roll that could have come from pretty much anywhere - does that make sense? Anyway, Alex at Great Wave Sushi, thanks for permanently ruining veggie sushi for me. I HAD NO IDEA IT COULD BE THAT GOOD. Three things: 1. Alex is a humble, quiet man but his passion for what he does and how he does it is unparalleled. He *wants* to feed you and to feed you well (that includes you, vegan and gluten-free friends). 2. I've only had the Vegetable Futomaki Roll, and it might be the only thing I ever end up eating from GWS because it's the. best. sushi. I've. ever. had. First of all: the roll is EEEEEEEEENOORRRRRRMOUUUUSSS. It's definitely the equivalent of two rolls from anywhere else. There's *heaps* of avocado, cucumber, lettuce, and tempura crunchie bits inside; I was like, "there's no way he's going to be able to roll all that up" but he expertly did. I wonder if next time he'd be willing to drizzle some spicy mayo and sprinkle some sesame seeds on it. Is this weird? 3. He's super popular and he's currently a one person show. SO YOU ARE GONNA WAIT FOR YOUR ORDER (unless you can get there the first hour he opens up on a weekday; a perk from working from home, I guess). But for this food cart/truck/mobile eatery? It's totally worth it. read more

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I love Asian food, but don't eat fish. However this was a beautiful and tasty snack. The sauce is phenomenal. They were crunchy and delicious. The service was super friendly. Loved everything read more

Great Wave Sushi - Vegetarian Nachos - Sushi Bars Near Me - Portland, Maine

Always a pleasure to support Great Wave Sushi. Kind folks, quality product, above and beyond customer service, creative & fresh dishes. read more

Great Wave Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Portland, Maine

Where to begin with Great Wave Sushi? Oh yeah...the SUSHI BURGER. The portion size is massive enough for two, but you're definitely not going to want to share it because the flavor is so good. It's spicy tuna, crab, a mound of avocado, and spicy jalapeño piled between two fried rice patties. The ONLY way to eat it is at home where no one can see you making a fool of yourself as you attempt to chomp into this bad boy. And it's saucy....so trust me, just eat it at home outside the view of the public eye. Everything Alex offers is incredible; he has "sushi-fied" the classic American staples: a sushi burger, sushi pizza, sushi nachos. You will not be disappointed with anything! You can find him at Austin St. Brewery most days - just make sure you get there early because he does sell out fast, and he's a one-man operation so you will have to wait a little bit to get your food. Luckily, Alex is so kind and chill, and it's 100% worth it. read more

Great Wave Sushi - The infamous sushi burger! - Sushi Bars Near Me - Portland, Maine

I love Great Wave SO MUCH!!!!! He creates exciting dishes with tons of flavor and texture. The sushi burger is on another level. It's humongous, first of all, and the crispy rice buns are so good! The fish inside is tasty and I love the eel sauce and mayo he serves with it. The sushi tower is also fabulous! The toppings are similar to what you'll find in the sushi burger, but you'll get a softer texture from the rice, since it is regular sushi rice and not the crispy rice. My absolute favorite item he has is the spicy tuna crispys!!! It uses the same crispy rice from the burger, but in sushi sized bites. They're topped with spicy tuna, a sweet garlic ponzu sauce and a thin slice of Serrano pepper. I could legitimately eat 3-4 orders of this and not get sick of it! He's often at Austin St Brewery on the weekends - so do yourself a favor and order one of everything! read more

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Phenomenal sushi!! The nachos and spicy tuna bowl were both equally incredible. Highly recommend checking out their food truck schedule and making the visit read more

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He was so nice and even cut (and separated) the sushi burger for my friend and I! Wonderful of amount of raw fish on it and the rice bun was crispy and fabulous! So unique! read more

Great Wave Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Portland, Maine

Seriously, the most fresh fish I've ever had. Alex, the owner is such a joy, and loveee the creative dishes he creates.

The Sushi Burger is Absolutely Delicious!! Thank You Mike Chen for Sharing this Gem! The Seared Rice on the outside is So Crispy & Pairs well with Everything on the Inside! Job Well Done Chef Alex!! read more

Great Wave Sushi - Menu For Great Wave Food Truck in Portland Maine! Food is Amazing! Thank You Mike Chen for Sharing this Gem - Sushi Bars Near Me - Portland, Maine

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I lived in California for 8 years and have been searching for tuna with crispy rice that compares...I finally found it! The nachos were excellent and creative toon read more

Alex from Great Wave is an incredible chef with very humble character. We ordered the Sushi Burger, Poke Nachos, and the Spicy Tuna Crispys. Everything was incredible, fresh, and delicious. Definitely looking forward to our next visit. read more

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Alex is THE BEST and creates THE GREATEST sushi in Southern Maine hands down. From the textures to the sauces he creates sushi masterpieces with the freeeeshest seafood around! Ugh! Thank you Alex!! read more

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This small sushi cart has some huge flavor! Alex is the man behind the action and creates delicious sushi dishes. The food is in high demand and since he is the only person behind the cart, the wait can be long, so please be patient!! He sells out a lot, so make sure to check out his page to find his hours! (Typically located at Austin Brewery) The sushi burger is massive and packed with flavor while the the tower had layers of delicious crab, tuna, and avocado that melts in your mouth. He does have basic rolls that can be ordered but I wanted to for what he is known for - the burger. Super messy and sauce will most likely get all over your face but it is so delicious. I'm not a huge fan of wasabi so I did not get any of the wasabi sauce on the burger - just the teriyaki sauce (next time all probably ask to add spicy mayo sauce)! Tower was delicious and so beautifully assembled. Will be coming back for more and to explore his specials too ! read more

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I was on the brink of tears as I ate my sushi burger. I am from out of town and know I will probably never have another for the longest time. Food is amazing. The combination of everything was soooooo good. Tuna was amazing. The wait is WORTH IT. Whoever took my order, they were so nice. Please come to Minneapolis. read more

Great Wave Sushi - Sushi burger - Sushi Bars Near Me - Portland, Maine

Had the best sushi at Great Wave. From the beautiful presentation, huge portion, unbelievable flavors, and fresh ingredients it was amazing. So bummed I didn't get there sooner as I would have become a regular! See you next summer! read more

Unprepared for the time he was serving, which he has done consistently. Three stars because it looks good + Maine ingredients. Certainly better than mr tuna. read more

We stumbled upon a food festival and decided to try this out. We had the sushi burger and the poke nachos. Both were delicious! I kind of expected the burger to be weird since sushi and burgers don't seem to go together, but it worked. The bun is made up of two rice patties fried up, and the meat was a mix of crab and tuna. There was a teriyaki sauce that kind of pulled it together. The poke nachos had great flavor, but there wasn't quite enough topping for the wonton chips. Overall, it was so good, and I'd definitely recommend it if you're in the Portland area. read more