We were in town for the week and tried many different restaurants. This wasn't our only Asian restaurant, but it was the only sushi spot we visited. We didn't have reservations, but they were able to seat us outside. It was a cool evening, but still pleasant. Food: We started with several appetizers: fried gyoza, soft shell crab, spring rolls, and shrimp tempura. The standout was the tempura, with a crisp coating and tender shrimp inside. The soft shell crab was good, though it could have been fried a bit longer, as it felt slightly soft. The spring rolls were unfortunately very greasy, to the point of being unpleasant. For my entrée, I ordered the sashimi appetizer. The fish was fresh and flavorful across all three selections, salmon, tuna, and hamachi, but the portions were thinner than expected. When I order sashimi, I usually expect thicker cuts than what you'd find on nigiri. Others at the table ordered different specialty rolls, with the favorite being the Happy Birthday Roll. All of the rolls were good. Service: Service was somewhat inconsistent. They appeared busy, or possibly short-staffed. The staff were cheerful and helpful, but interactions felt rushed. We received water and menus promptly, but waited a while before the server returned. The appetizers and main dishes arrived in a reasonable time. However, there were moments when we could have used a bit more attention, such as needing extra utensils or napkins, which I ended up retrieving myself. Atmosphere: We dined outside on the small patio and didn't go into the main dining room. The patio was pleasant, with red brick and subdued lighting. The tables were generously spaced, making it easy to carry on a conversation. Overall, it was a good meal, but not a place that made it onto our "must return" list. read more

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Popped in here after a long day of traveling to Key West and didn't have high expectations as it was my first time here. We were seated quickly and the service was excellent. Our table enjoyed the French rosé offering and we split several rolls and items on the menu. It's a tiny little place but that kind of adds to the ambiance and makes it feel a little intimate. We got the spicy salmon roll, dragon and caliente roll as well as the tuna tataki. Everything was really fresh tasting. The Caliente roll ended up being my favorite, although I was expecting it to be spicier it did have a nice heat to it. read more

Origami Sushi Bar - Sushi Bars Near Me - Key West, Florida

Came back to this place twice during my weekend trip here. The fish has such great texture and you can tell it was caught this morning! The little seats were also comfortable and the breeze was so nice. The Thai tea was the perfect combination of sweet to tea. It was light and creamy. I definitely would recommend if you can stop by! The little decorations were so sweet and made for the perfect picture. read more

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The sushi is tasty. My favorite is the one with the little lemon slices on it. All of them are good though. The only thing I don't like is how close/tight the restaurant is. Tables are close together and I feel cramped. But that's KW for you I guess. Other than that, the servers are quick and the food tastes fresh so I can't complain too much. read more

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Origami is always a go-to!! Reasonable prices, nice employees and excellent food! Highly recommend the udon bowl, beef tataki, and their sushi. read more

We ordered the Omekazi boat for 4 people and we were very disappointed. The rolls that were on it did not contain what we requested. The quantity of sashimi was barely adequate for 4 people. In addition it took close to 45 minutes for the food to come out. We were served some appetizers before the boat came out, but we still waited a very long time between appetizers and the main course. Five stars to the gentleman that refilled our water as soon as our glasses were low. However, it's hard to stave off hunger with just water. Two of the people in our party had just flown into Key West and were very hungry after their travels. One person in our party requested a 300 ml bottle of Sake and it was never brought out. A very disappointing experience overall after telling our guests that just arrive what a great place this restaurant was. read more

Really good sushi spot right on Duval. Plenty of outside seating, we wanted to sit inside but the AC was broken so it was outside for us. The sushi was good, it just started to get warm since we were seated outside, I still thought it tasted fresh. They have a couple options of Asian beers and many sake bottle to choose from. The sushi dinner was the perfect amount for the two of us. Our server was very kind and helpful with the menu. Will be back to try the specialty rolls once the AC is fixed. read more

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I'm usually very picky about choosing the right sushi restaurant, but I decided to give Origami Sushi Bar a try because it's rare these days to find a sushi place actually run by a Japanese owner, and I assumed that meant it must be really good--even without checking the Yelp reviews beforehand. The sign said the business was started in 1995, and that gave me hope for authenticity and craftsmanship. Unfortunately, I was disappointed to find that the owner no longer seems to be actively involved, and the restaurant is now fully run by the crew. While the service was genuinely friendly and attentive, the quality of the sushi didn't meet my expectations. The sashimi wasn't especially fresh, the cuts were uneven, and the attention to detail just wasn't there. Craftsmanship matters in sushi--you can see it in the way the fish is prepared, the alignment of the pieces, and the respect for ingredients. The integrity of sushi lies in both the skill of preparation and the sourcing of truly fresh seafood. The only real way to judge a sushi place is by ordering sashimi or simple nigiri, not the fancy rolls overloaded with sauces, sugar, mayo, and other distractions. Sadly, those fundamentals were missing here. If the kitchen had been guided with more care and pride, I wouldn't be writing this review. However, if you're simply looking for a casual sushi meal and want to support a local spot, it may still be fine. I just believe that when it comes to sushi, integrity is everything. read more

Food was super delicious. The staff was friendly. We also had the spicy edamame which was a 10/10. My chicken teriyaki was perfectly saucy and chicken was moist. Fried rice was a good kind of fried rice you know? I would eat here again for sure! read more

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This was our first stop in key west in terms of food. We were craving seafood and being in Florida, why not?! This place didn't disappoint, it was good but not the best we've had. We sat right at the bar and got to watch the chefs techniques, very cool. We want to preface that no one should judge a book by its cover cause many would walk in and see a non Asian behind the bar making sushi and walk right back out. We were pleasantly surprised and enjoyed the hand work of the chef. We got several rolls and were able to finish it all. Ingredients were fresh and rolls were made fairly evenly. Some rolls were rolled as tight but they had lots of customers and needed to really pound out the orders. We enjoyed our time, nothing special about the location itself or decor. But clean, indoor and outdoor seating. They do have a limit in terms of big groups, but plenty of small tables they can move together. Would recommend as it seems it was only 1 out of 3 sushi restaurants on Duvall. read more

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This spot is amazing. A little off the main strip- it's quiet, low key, and perfect. As soon as we walked in we felt welcome and relaxed- perfect after being on the water all day. Our party of 5 sat inside and were ready to get our sushi on! I was interested in sake and our server offered a sample for me to try before ordering. We got edamame and the pork dumplings which were delicious. We picked rolls from all over the menu and enjoyed each one. They were beautiful and the perfect size. If you are a fan of sushi- this is the place to go. read more

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Wonderful place to come with family and sit outside. Service was great and they accommodated reservation on short notice as well as had table set up for us. The prices were great but the sushi was amazing and I have lived in Seattle and southern Cali. I cannot say enough about all three. Service, food, and ambiance. read more

Was desperately looking for sushi after days of fried seafood and fish sandwiches. Origami sushi did not disappoint. We ordered our go-to rolls, shrimp tempura roll, Alaska roll, rainbow roll, eel avocado roll, spicy tuna roll, just to name a few. The fish was so fresh compared to what I'm used to in NJ. The waitress was super friendly and there was lots of outdoor seating. Great choice for sushi without the crazy crowds on Duval. read more

Origami Sushi Bar - Shrimp tempura roll, Rainbow roll, salmon avo, Eel & Avocado - Sushi Bars Near Me - Key West, Florida

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We sat outside and there were lots of flies trying to land on our food. There were also some chicks jumping around the tables outside. So I would recommend eating inside. The seaweed salad was delicious. The sushi was good. And service was quick. read more

Wonderful sushi!! We've been here several times and brought guests and it is always delicious. In fact, it's getting to be a regular dinner place. Good menu and variety. Even non-sushi lovers have will find good choices. Nice seating options- outdoors, indoors or at the sushi bar. read more

This place is amazing. We will definitely be back. So many choices. Try the spring rolls. read more

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Overall a decent find, away from the hustle and bustle of loud bars. We walked about half mile from our Airbnb to find this place. We got there closer to the end of the night and were seated immediately. We ordered a bottle of sake and edamame and gyoza to start, followed by shrimp tempura roll, crazy salmon roll and salmon sushimi. Everything was pretty good and felt fresh despite the rush to close the place down. Overall the service was good and prompt and sushi seemed pretty fresh in general. Would recommend this to anyone looking for a decent sushi spot. read more

Great sushi spot tucked away off Duval ! Great service and the food is excellent. highly recommend if in key west !! read more

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This is probably the best valued sushi in Key West in regards to pricing and quality. The portions are a bit on the smaller side so if this is your dinner order accordingly. There is seating both inside and outside I would choose the outside my next visit the inside is a little cramped unless you can grab at seat at the sushi bar. The double jalapeño tuna rolls were tasty as well as the shrimp tempura roll. The service was okay and the prices were inline with what you'd expect in Key West. I'd stop back in for a light appetizer or lunch but would consider other alternatives for dinner. read more

Origami Sushi Bar - Sushi Bars Near Me - Key West, Florida

By the time my husband and I joined the rest of our group for dinner at Origami, we were already over-served, having spent the better part of the afternoon lounging at Little Room Jazz Club and enjoying many wonderful mojitos. But even though my memories of the night are a little hazy, I do remember scarfing down some delicious sushi and sashimi. By my recollection, service was quite good, especially after inquiring if they had gluten free soy sauce. Our lovely server brought me an unopened bottle of Tamari to use - a nice touch, and very much appreciated. For my money, Origami is definitely a winner. If you're in Key West and craving sushi, this is the place to go. read more

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There is only one genuine sushi restaurant in Key West and this is it. It's been here for ages, family owned.

Food tasted really good. Quick service and friendly staff. My only complaint is the roll fell apart as you tried to pick it up with your chopped sticks. Overall, good experience. read more

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Delicious and fresh. Service was attentive without being obtrusive. Nice size rolls and a fun, relaxed vibe. We will certainly be back during our next trip down! read more

Have been there three times since been to Key West. The service is fantastic and the sushi is fresh. This place is a definite go to for sushi in the Keys read more

The sushi was okay just excessive sauce overwhelmed the taste of ingredients. Ordered deep fried oysters for appetizer, and three rolls: Suzy, Caesar, Crazy Salmon. Deep fried oysters were a great deal for $7 but oysters were very small and had thick bread crumbs. Suzy roll for $9 (came in 5pcs) was good, just cream cheese and sauce dominated the overall taste. Ceaser roll for $19 was very gorgeous, came in 10 pcs. Wasabi mayo was nice (again over sauce) Crazy salmon for $17 was delicious! I could taste the freshness of salmon. The 20% tip was automatically added at the check. read more

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This place is great. We went there actually twice in a row. I'm gonna start with the atmosphere. Origami is located in Duval Square. They have chain of lights everywhere and the place next to it has cute parrots. There is only one server and her nick name is ninja. She is not the warmest person but kinda funny and super fast. The second day she kinda warmed up. We had the Udon Soup, Sushi Appetizer, Volcano and Suzi Roll. Everything was delicious. I personally think they are overpriced but what can you do if you crave sushi in key west. The Pino Grigio is actually reasonable and so good. Not acidy at all, very fruity. read more

Origami Sushi Bar - Sushi Bars Near Me - Key West, Florida

Whoever declared this the best sushi ever must be from Ohio or something. It was mediocre at best. Way too much horseradish Wasabi sauce on everything. It literally burned my nose. The barbecue tuna appetizer is disgusting. The 4 rolls we ordered all tasted the same. The sushimi was the only redeeming item we had. Not worth wasting a meal in the keys for. read more

Tucked away off the Main Street is a marvelous place that serves everything very fresh. Our server was very personal with our needs and great sense of humor. One of the better more relaxing eateries in Key West read more

Best sushi in town! Great parking nearby if you live in town and never disappoints. I come all the time with my family or get takeout which always satisfies. Definitely recommend Origami for sushi in Key West! read more

Who would of thought there to be good sushi in Key West?? This place was fantastic, food was great, prices were reasonable and service was fantastic. Not downtown or on the waterfront, but the ambiance was perfect. Don't let the limited entre menu deter you from the wonderful appetizers, Avocado salad and sushi rolls! The beef tataki was amazing, as was the Japanese pork! Recommend you make an online reservation prior. read more

The sushi is so fresh and so good. They have lots of options but they don't overcomplicate the sushi. They still let the fish speak for itself. Definitely recommend! read more

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I had the fried mahi sushi. OMG it was the best ever! I'm not even a big sushi or fish fan. But I could eat this every single day. I forget what my husband had but he really loved his as well. We will definitely be back. read more

We've loved Origami for over 15 years!!!! A must for us on our yearly trip to Key West! Fresh and delicious. read more

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This place had great expectations however it fell short on numerous areas. Service/Server: No sooner where we seated at the sushi bar we were asked for our drink orders before we even received a menu. Too pushy through the whole experience up until it was time for the bill. Then we had to sit and wait. First round: No Stars. The server came by with a complimentary seared tuna salad for each of us. The server told us that the fish provided in the salad (see pic) varied day-to-day and that it was only given to the people that sat at the sushi bar. Go figure. RESULT: The fish had a VERY BAD fishy taste. Not on its way to turning, but already bad. I spit it out in my napkin. Hmmm. No! We ordered a sake and a beer while we reviewed our menus. You have to fill out a sushi menu check list rather than communicating directly to the sushi chef. I think this is because his English wasn't that good and it was easier for him. Not a big deal, though my husband likes to converse with the sushi chefs, so it took the fun out of the experience for him. Next up we ordered a miso soup (see pic) which was very tasty, along with a Double Spicy Tuna Roll and Florida Roll (see pics). The Double Spicy Tuna Roll was okay. My husband would get this again. I actually wanted to order a cucumber roll (where the cucumber is replaced with the rice), but upon asking the sushi chef, he only made it one way which was with artificial crab.(??) The replacement Florida Roll fell flat. It had no pop of flavor to make it memorable and was bland. In cases like this I migrate over to my husband's plate, which isn't the ideal dining experience. read more

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I like sushi. I eat sushi. I like fresh sushi. So I also don't like outrageous prices for sushi just because it's the place to be seen. Good sushi here with reasonable prices for Key West. read more

Origami is my "go to" for sushi on the island and when people ask me to take them to a local resturant. Origami is in my vote the best sushi on the island. They are very traditional when it comes to sushi. Most sushi places smother their plates with add ons *cream cheese, sauces, tons of mayo* and masks the taste of the actual fish ordered. Origami brings the freshest and the best tasting sushi for your dollar. The owner always greets you with a very vocal "Irashai!" The decor is humble, with seating inside and outside. I recommend sitting at the bar, watching the owner and his chefs work is a wonderful thing to watch. My only gripe about Origami is that the service is inconsistent. I have nights where I will tip half of my bill due to outstanding and great service, where some nights its difficult to get your drinks refilled. It seems like the busier it is, the worse the service becomes. That can hurt any business, but I keep coming back again and again. The quality of the food makes up for the "bad" nights that any business is sure to have. I can tell you that in the 15 years I have been dining at Origami, there is not ONE time that I have sent back, been dissatisfied, or let down with my food choice. read more

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Food was amazing. Sushi was outstanding. The only place I've found in Key West were the service, food, and sushi are consistently good. Great little place with inside and outside seating. If you are looking for great sushi this is the place. read more

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I can't remember much about the service. They did asked for my id when my dad asked for another cup to share the sake. You know how much I hate that. A fried beef, not a fan. Sashimi were put in a smoking pan ( don't know if that makes sense). Nice decoration though. read more

Origami Sushi Bar - Sushi Bars Near Me - Key West, Florida

Excellent sushi and atmosphere. Staff was friendly and offered excellent suggestions. Sampled several different rolls one each one seemed better than the one before. My new "go to" in Key West. read more

I was starving so it may not be fair to write all of this, let me say simply, I do like this place and they could be super excellent if they follow my advise. Just be consistent, hot when it needs to be hot, cold when it needs to be cold. Service like it was your last table of the night, fast, accurate and with a smile. The fish was good, the rice needs work, like maybe make it fresher and not so dry. Overall we enjoyed the place and will be back for a 2nd deciding round, and please tip the sushi bar, they do seem to work hard and managed to pry a Hamilton from Ameal's sock! read more