I've heard about Sushi Friend making it onto a top sushi list on Yelp, so I was excited to finally try it! I ordered online for pickup on my way home from work, and the process was super smooth--my order was ready and packed up as soon as I arrived, making for a quick and easy experience. The sushi itself was incredibly fresh, and I was pleasantly surprised by how good the rice was--something that's often overlooked but makes a big difference. I got the Toro, and while my first impression made me question it, the flavor ended up being amazing. Overall, great quality sushi and a seamless pickup process. I'll definitely be back! read more

Sushi Friend - Sushi Bars Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Very small and you wait in line once you enter to place your order and pay via digital tablet. It's hot, crowded, and has absolutely no Japanese vibe to it at all. The sushi was good, but the menu is limited. Fine if you just want sushi, and it's not cheap, but it's not a sushi bar experience and I think overpriced for what was delivered. read more

If you came here from tik tok to cross reference, yes it is that good and you should 100% get some!!! The fish quality was great and the rolls were so flavorful. The couple platters we pre-ordered for pick up were amazing and up to par, love it!!! read more

Sushi Friend - Sushi Bars Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Had a very long day and decided to treat myself to sushi friend. Ive heard so many amazing things about this place and wanted to check it out. The fish is really good quality! I placed the order for pick up and it was ready to go really quickly. It was easy to find parking in the front and the person who handed me my order was really nice. There's some seating options inside so I think ill dine in next time. Also want to try the Ube desserts next time as well. But would definitely come back for the good quality fish! read more

Sushi Friend - Kiro and sushislope - Sushi Bars Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Any person I can call a Sushi Friend is a good friend indeed! Met with said sushi friend for lunch. I got here a little after opening and nearly all of the limited front parking spots were taken but there is parking in the back as well. The shop is pretty small and has a well organized tablet ordering system. It was easy to find what we wanted and to pay. While one half of the shop is devoted to making your meal and ordering area, the other half has a fair amount of seating for the space they have. I had the sashimi bowl. It didn't take too long to make and it looked absolutely incredible. It was served in a paper bowl and had a selection of what looked like snapper, salmon and tuna sashimi with a generous dollop of wasabi, pickled ginger, avocado, surumi, shredded daikon and tamago. You have your choice of rice, salad or halfsies for your bottom layer. I opted for the half rice half salad combo. The rice was warm, rice vinegar infused, and perfectly cooked. The sashimi was very fresh as were all the other ingredients. I saw that they offer real wasabi too! Very cool. I will have to try it with one of my meals one day. I was very intrigued by the sushi cake they offer here. Might have to get one for my next trip around the sun celebration ;) read more

Sushi Friend - Sashimi bowl - Sushi Bars Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Diana Bowl $26 Tuna, Hawaiian poke sauce, spring and sweet onions, avocado, crispy onions, crab mix, and more. Got it no spicy. The portion of fish is super generous. It's also well seasoned and everything from yuzu onions to the crispy onions are all seasoned well and each bite is pretty texturally sound. My only qualm is there is a bit too much rice for the amount of toppings they give so we had a bit leftover. It just seemed like a waste and I think the bowl would benefit from less rice. Also, the cucumber salad is just pickled cucumbers (I think) and they were a nice palate cleanser between each bite. The 'pickle' is pretty mild. Kiro Roll $17 Australian yellowtail, cilantro, ponzu This roll was surprisingly very fresh. The notes of ponzu add a nice citrus kick that was unexpectedly delicious. The filling was a large hunk of yellowtail. I also appreciate the rice holding each roll together is a pretty fine and thin layer. Overall, 8.5/10. I think the bowls are definitely worth it. Plus, service is great too! Would definitely recommend! There's a parking lot in the back but it's a bit of a doozy. There's no lines so some cars parked vertical while others horizontal. As long as you're not in the way it seems like parking is a free for all. Please check out @leafynoms on instagram for more foodie reviews~ read more

Sushi Friend - Kiro Roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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We ordered a few things: Rolls were good, nigiri was good; baked salmon poke bowl was not

I've been wanting to try this place forever and it did not disappoint. Decided to splurge and split a toro box with my friend along with a spicy yellowtail hand roll and scallop hand roll. The toro box came with 4 sashimi pieces, 4 nigiri, 6 maki, ginger, and fresh wasabi. The hand rolls were good, but the toro won it all - it was so fresh you couldn't believe you were in the desert. You can't miss the yellow building and there is a small dining room area, but we had decided to get it for take out (placing your order online is recommended). Definitely would come back! read more

Sushi Friend - Toro Box - Sushi Bars Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Sushi friend is not so friendly. Sushi 4/5 Service 1/5 Price 3/5 order a platter seems to be the better deal. Went a hour before close place was pretty busy. They do close early in my opinion 7 is early. You order at a iPad so look at the menu before because there is not a lot of room in the entrance so a line will form fast. Very small location you can see the guys making the food. No service was not friendly seemed very bro vibe they need some female energy in there for front of house yo great people answer questions. Any questions I had they ( which were can't I get some chop sticks because they were out at the self service counter) seemed bothered to answer. Everything is very non customer service friendly so what am I tipping for ? I got no human service. This place use to be take out only and they seem to still run that way. The sit down area is small but gets the job done. They need someone to help clean tables. The price doesn't match the vibe. Ok to the food. The sushi was fresh, great quality. DO NOT get the miso soup. It was served in a paper cup and just had broth nothing else in it not even green onions. Very bland. When they brought out food no smile not explanation of anything just gave us the food and left. Seaweed salad was dry not sure how you make a dry seaweed salad but they did. Cucumber salad was good. For the price a little customer service goes a long way. I would suggest getting it to go. Sushi was good not the best ever but good. read more

Sushi Friend - They added another fee on the bill i think it's for using a card but that's the only way to pay i believe - Sushi Bars Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

It is so nice to have a sushi spot in Sunnyslope and not having to drive far. Good sushi and great service.

Tucked in a cute neighborhood. It's a great place for a quick stop if you're looking for high quality sushi. You order at the kiosk and they bring it to your table. There is plenty of seating. The staff is very welcoming and friendly, and helped us making recommendations. Especially for me being pregnant, but craving sushi the Cali bowl def satisfied my craving. 10/10 read more

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10/10 will be back again! Loved our platter of sushi we got. Stopped by for lunch, easy to order, staff was super nice and found a seat no problem! read more

Sushi Friend - Party platter (4 specialty rolls) - Sushi Bars Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Kevin and the staff at sushi friend are a gem. The sushi is fresh tasty and the sashimi melts in your mouth. What a treat and what a delight. They have various fish from tuna bellies, eels, salmon you name it. No frills simply good food. read more

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Service was amazing. Lot of personality. We ordered the yuzu roll, the serrano tuna, the unagi roll, and seared salmon roll and let me say, this is worth the drive and worth the money. Top two sushi i have had in the valley and top five sushi i have had in the US. Ambiance is chill. Quick service with a quality menu read more

Sushi Friend is one of the best sushi spots in AZ! We ordered 2 platters to-go: 4 Specialty Rolls platter and Basic Rolls platter (8 rolls of your choice). The quality of the sushi was great! I was really surprised by how fresh the fish was. My favorite rolls were the Sushislope roll, Rainbow roll, and Salmon Avocado roll. The parking is limited in the front, but there should also be a small lot behind the restaurant. I'll definitely be coming back to try more items on their menu! read more

I wanted to love this place. I still do so I am hoping I maybe ordered the wrong thing. I got the seared salmon roll, Kiro roll and tuna Serrano. The portions were great but I would have liked more flavor. The only distinct flavor was lemon or something acidic and a bit with the seared salmon but otherwise not so much. I will happily return to try again because I hear nothing but great things and the service was great! read more

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Don't sleep on a sushi spot in Sunnyslope! I will drive a distance for fantastic sushi & this is it. Spicy crab roll to go. Not decorated like your typical sushi house but modernly cute and casual, whether dining in or take out. Order at a kiosk, watch & wait till they call your order or bring to your table. It's not going out of your way if you know you will be happily satisfied. Can't wait to go back! read more

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A completely different sushi experience! It's fun & fast paced. The inside is quite tiny but functional. When you first walk in you will be happily greeted by the sushi chefs. As you keep walking in, steer right straight up to the 2 ordering kiosks where you will decide what to order & drink then pay. We sat at the bar area which was quite entertaining watching all the magic being performed by the sushi chefs. There's a lot of pick up orders going on as well so there's a ton of traffic in this tiny establishment. With this is mind, you know your sushi will be fresh! After paying & seating yourself, you'll get your drinks from the fridge, utensils & napkins. When our order was up, we dug right in! The quality of the sushi was top notch!! Although it didn't look like there was a lot of food, we were full with our order. I loved how clean, efficient & happy this place is-the quality of the food makes it extra! 10/10 read more

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amazing sushi for a good price! the 4 special roll platter was $65 and we placed an order for pick-up 2 hours in advance. the fish quality is spectacular and the rolls were the perfect ratio of every ingredient! we especially loved the spicy yellowtail roll. i would definitely come back, for a special occasion. ended up being ~$80 with fees and tip, so not the cheapest, but you get what you are paying for. we were stuffed after the 4 rolls and i don't think i could have eaten more than that... was definitely struggling on the last couple of pieces. the location is uptown, which is kind of nice, away from the hustle and bustle of downtown phoenix, and so much parking in the back. i had no idea there was a seating area, but i will definitely be coming back to try it out! loved this place, definitely lives up to the expectations. read more

Sushi Friend - 4 special roll platter! - Sushi Bars Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Food 9/10 Service 12/10 Ambiance 8/10 Super chill spot. Super fresh fish, they could expand their menu a bit more. Super friendly service. A bit pricey for the place/ambiance, but the quality of the fish is worth it. read more

I was very excited to try sushi friend, I keep seeing people posting it up, but I'm sorry to say the food is mediocre. The sushi rice had zero flavor, the fish was meh. read more

Soooo a few of my friends had told me about this place and I took awhile to give it a try. The perfect reason for a visit came up a few days ago and my friend and I decided to go. Parking is fine in the back lots of room in the gravel parking lot. Upon entering we were greeted nicely from the staff in the kitchen area with instructions on how to use the iPad for ordering, etc. They have a great lineup of sushi and sides as well as drinks. We got a few beers ordered some sushi and sides of miso soup and seaweed salad. The room next to kitchen area has like eight tables and we grabbed one by the window. The space is nice and chill. The sushi was awesome! In fact it all was perfect. read more

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Went here for lunch with my husband and in-laws and had an amazing time. I've had Sushi Friend on my list for some time and finally knocked it out. The food was incredible and absolutely delicious. Everything in here is sleek and modern. The staff was SO kind. Definitely a cute spot worth visiting and putting in our rotation. Can't wait to be back. read more

Sushi Friend - Sushi Bars Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Okay, I had no clue that I hadn't reviewed Sushi Friend yet! We stumbled upon this little place a few years back when they didn't have any tables yet, so we sat at the bar and were served by the single chef (and owner?) who seemed to be primarily running an amazing takeout business for the surrounding neighborhood. We returned a few months ago, and now Sushi Friend has a little more in-store presence with a few small tables. I have no doubt they could fill a full restaurant if they wanted to expand! The sushi is always fresh, service is friendly, and I love following their Instagram and salivating over the fancy sushi they make for events and parties. My 11 month old future Yelper is a huge sushi fan, so I expect we'll be ordering her a sushi cake from Sushi Friend once it's socially acceptable! read more

Sushi friend is AMAZING and the crew here is so kind and generous. the fish is fresh and the vibes are great

The Gram told me to go here on my next visit to AZ, so I did! Prob the BEST sushi in the valley, no lie. We had the aguachile, which was so refreshing, and the grilled salmon. Totally hit the spot. The staff was so kind and their suggestions were spot on. read more

Sushi Friend - Aguachile and grilled salmon (something like that) rolls - Sushi Bars Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

The best tasting sushi in town! And the staff is always friendly! Best sushi friend ever! Go try it! read more

Sushi Friend - Sushi rolls and hand roll. - Sushi Bars Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

It's no surprise this sushi establishment has been part of yelps top 100 nationwide! It is always delicious, the customer service is amazing, and it was super busy... Especially for being so close to closing time. They have expanded the parking in back and expanded to add seating and a restroom. Great place! read more

Let me start off by saying this is the best sushi I've had since moving to Arizona. The vibe is very cute and the business design and merch reminds me of apparel brands like Black clover, Psycho Bunny and etc. The host/server was very accommodating and kind. Even with how busy it was service was quick. Seating was limited, but honestly once you try it you'll understand why it's worth the wait. read more

Mind-blown. Completely wild. Absolutely elite. The custom sushi cake from SushiFriend was next level--a true work of art that looked incredible and tasted even better. From the moment I saw it, I knew this wasn't just food; it was an experience. The craftsmanship? Immaculate. The way the salmon was layered like delicate petals, the sashimi rose centerpiece, and the intricate toppings of crispy seaweed, mango, and sesame seeds--every detail was stunning. It looked too beautiful to eat (but trust me, I did). The taste? Unreal. Every bite was an explosion of freshness, umami, and perfect balance--silky sashimi, creamy layers, a touch of spice, and just the right amount of crunch. It was the ultimate fusion of flavor and texture, better than anything I've ever had from a standard sushi roll. If you ever have the chance to order from SushiFriend, DO IT. 1000/10, would celebrate like this again in a heartbeat. read more

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I was finally in the area and knew this place had to be the spot for some late lunch / early dinner. The restaurant is easy to miss as it is in a neighborhood looking area and the building is small. We parked in the back as all the spots in the front were taken. We walked in and we were greeted right away. There were three employees manning the front and they were all busy. It was busy. There was a party of three in front of, party of two for me, and another party of two behind us. There was a big party of 8 waiting for their food, and two parties of two already eating. Ordering was easy as you do it on a kiosk and you can check your wait time on your phone. (They provide you a link where you can check your order and place in line) I ordered two specialty rolls and one miso soup. My rolls were: 1 Seared King Salmon Roll and 1 Scallop Dyno Roll. My total was $42. My sisters order was: 1 Cucumber salad, 1 King Salmon Avocado Roll and 1 Spicy Cali Roll. Her total was $31. We went outside to wait on a bench as there was no room inside. Halfway through our quoted wait time of 40 minutes, my miso soup was brought out to me in a cup. The soup was very hot - as a miso soup should be. The broth tasted reallllly good as it was very flavorful. I was expecting seaweed or tofu pieces in it but this miso soup only consisted of the broth and nothing else. At this time, we went inside as a table cleared up. Not long after, our rolls were ready. My rolls were delicious and my favorite one out of the two was the Seared King Salmon Roll and my sisters Spicy Cali Roll was the best of the two, it was just not at all spicy. The cucumber salad is a must. It was cold, refreshing, tasty, and crunchy. Service was great as the employees were friendly and they even thanked us for coming in as we got up to leave. I would definitely come by again when in the area! read more

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Ranked #3 on Yelp's Top 10 US Sushi Spots 2023? It's soy easy to see why. I visited Sushi Friend shortly after the list was released. It's located in a small, unassuming building. There's only a few parking spots in the front, but a lot more in the back. My friend and I were greeted promptly after entering. Sushi Friend is a fast casual restaurant. It's self-order through a device at the counter then they bring out your order. The space is small and is meant for quick bites or to-go orders. My friend and I shared the X bowl ($25.50) and the hamachi serrano roll ($14.50). The X bowl comes with tuna and salmon poke, yuzu onions, avocado, serrano chili, crispy onions, and half rice, half salad. This is one of their teammates, Xavier's personal creation and it's excellent! It has all the best parts of poke and sushi combined. The hamachi serrano roll comes with kanikama (crab stick), spicy mayo, serrano chili, and garlic ponzu. This one also hit the spot! The fish looked and tasted very fresh. Plus, you can watch the staff prepare them on the spot. I'll roll with Sushi Friend any day! read more

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Being rated on a Yelp Top 10 list is like being nominated for an Acadeny award. S/o to Sushi Friend for being nominated #3 on Yelps top sushi restaurants. We decided order take out on Valentine's Day. It appeared about 25 other couples had the same idea. We decided to build our own platter of 5 rolls. Every roll was unique but my two favorites were the Seared salmon roll and Sushislope roll. We waited about 90 minutes for our food on Valentines but it was absolutely worth the wait. The ambiance is dope. The owner and staff are high energy and entertaining. The sushi is prepared openly. S/o to whoever was DJing. A restaurant like Sushi Friend can be transformational for an area. I don't have enough superlatives to give, but it is worth the drive from wherever you are in PHX. read more

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Hands down the best sushi in AZ. Love the story of how this place came to be. They always treat their customers with kindness and the food is just phenomenal. read more

Quick lunch on a Saturday. The place is small and does a brisk take out business. We opted to dine in. The ambiance is very minimal, but clean and modern. The menu is pretty varied - hand rolls, cut rolls, nigiri, sashimi, and some bowls as well. We went for a some standard stuff - spicy tuna roll, spicy California roll, salmon, and mahi. All were well prepared and tasted good. Portion size was food as well. The service while tablet based was still engaging and friendly. Would recommend, would repeat... N*joy read more

Sushi Friend - Inside. Use the tablets to order. - Sushi Bars Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Omg ... amazing!! Got off the plane and heading to our hotel .. decided to pop into this gem for lunch !! My husband and I got 2 different rice bowls .. delicious!! Everything was very fresh .. little bit of a wait but definitely worth it!! Wish they had this place in Detroit ! read more

I love their simple and minimalistic branding, it was what originally the reason I wanted to try them in the first place. This more on the to-go/ takeaway style restaurant so be mindful. Order from a tablet, and they will have minimal seating, no more than 2 people at a table. The quality of the sushi was fresh, it was flavorful as I got the 3 rolls for $45. A little pricier than most but being in north Phoenix I understand the marketed area. I wish they were a little bit closer south in the metro area but overall would visit again! read more

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There is salmon in the salmon roll. There is no dragon in the dragon roll. Service was sassy. I liked it. read more

Definitely one of the best sushi spots in AZ! Went in on Saturday afternoon and it was packed- but worth the wait. Tried the sunny slope roll, the special toro roll and a salmon and avocado hand roll, everything was delicious! read more

Sushi Friend - Sushi Bars Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

The food is delicious! The seafood is fresh and flavorful. I had the aguachile roll and loved it. You order on a tablet which is nice because it shows pictures and descriptions of what is in the roll/bowl. The wasabi paste they use is very strong so I didn't have much of it. The service was a little slow for not being packed but not awful. The interior was simple and clean. The parking can be rough since you park in a dirt lot. Overall, I highly recommend this place and would definitely come again. read more