This is our favorite sushi spot in Surprise. Priced well & every roll we've had is fantastic. The mixed drinks aren't the best, but food is fantastic. Service can be slow, but we always account for that & the food is worth it! read more

Ok I have come to realize that this place has been a stomach disaster Every time we eat here we get DIARRHEA @4 am Teriyaki sauce needs to be investigated Another revelation is the size of sushi is always smaller when you're NOT at the sushi bar Portions are disproportionately annoying I consulted a friend who is a sushi chef and they shared you get bigger pieces at bar because you can see them and you give them bigger gratuity WRONG STRATEGY as of 2/2/26 we will travel to Scottsdale to get our sushi OMAKASE OUT read more

Went here with some friends back in March and I'm just now getting around to posting about it. I wish I could remember what we ordered but I can't. I do remember it was delicious and tasted very fresh. Cute and clean little spot out in Surprise and our server was super friendly. Guess I have to go back and post sooner so I can remember what we all ordered. LOL! read more

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This place has the best rolls in town. The fish is incredibly fresh, the flavors are amazing, and the prices are very reasonable. The rolls we got are Saba roll, phoenix roll and surprise roll read more

Ugly Tuna Sushi - Saba roll, phoenix roll and surprise roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Surprise, Arizona

The sushi is always fresh and amazing. We get Jeremy every time and he is the best waiter we have had in Surprise So I would say the service is a 10 for sure. The building is plain and simple but that's fine with me when the food is this good. Give them a try. Best sushi on the west side. read more

Saw this location through a search and tried it out. We went for lunch. Not to crowded on a weekday. We were seated right away. My wife got a bento box with pork. It was good. I got the Chirashi sushi. The sushi was fresh and I liked I liked it. Important to have fresh fish. I would come here again. read more

Ugly Tuna Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Surprise, Arizona

This is a tradition for the work team to come here when we are all in the surprise AZ area. The octopus salad here is always amazing and is a must try! Their make rolls are always delicious, but always check their specials. They create special rolls every week that pack a ton of flavor. They have alcoholic beverages, a great menu and delicious food. What more can you ask for? read more

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The food was spectacular and so good, our server was Naomi and she was so sweet and kept checking on us! The place was great, super clean and it had music playing in the background. Overall, the restaurant was great and I recommend. read more

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My team member suggested sushi, and upon googling on Yelp, we stumbled upon Ugly Tuna Sushi - because who wouldn't want to try a restaurant with a name that sounds like a dare? Luckily, it was close by, parking was a breeze, and the interior was, well, not exactly glamorous. We were seated faster than you can say 'sushi lover'. Our waitress was cute and friendly. We kicked things off with the soft-shell crab appetizer, and I went for the noodles with pork belly. The whole experience was a blast, and the service was spot on. read more

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My son had a competition in the area so we decided to check this place out instead of eating at a chain fast food place. Right when you enter, the staff is friendly and seated us right away. Typical booth seating or sushi bar options. We had a variety of items by doing the platter option and all the food was delicious. My sashimi tasted very fresh and they serve thick slices and a huge portion with each piece. Our server was very attentive and checked on us often for drink refills. She was so hospitable and sweet. I listened to her explaining the menu to the table next to us and she was so patient with all their questions so they could find the right thing to order. Great job! read more

Ugly Tuna Sushi - Phoenix roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Surprise, Arizona

Been wanting to check out this place over a year and never got around to it.. Hubby and i finally went to check it out and Wow so glad we did!!! Restaurant wasn't busy a few customers here and there, noticed quite a few To Go Orders though! We were quickly greeted with a friendly smile and seated right away. Establishment was clean and tables were not sticky. We ordered a few rolls and shared a bowl of Udon and everything tasted perfectly Prices were reasonable and food was fresh!!! Definitely will be returning. Keep up the amazing service guys read more

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The best sushi restaurant I have been to. The service is amazing. Staff is very attentive and ambience is great. I take friends here and they love it. read more

We visited Ugly Tuna for the first time this evening, after searching for a new, nearby sushi restaurant to try. The ratings were high so we figured it must be good. MAN...we were not disappointed!! This is some of the best sushi we had in a long time! Staff was friendly and the service was great. The restaurant was packed when we walked in, which is always a good sign. Interior was nice and the restaurant was very clean. Good overall vibe. Would definitely recommend trying Ugly Tuna if you're looking for a new sushi place. We will be back! read more

Love this place. The sushi is the freshest on the west side of the valley. The wait staff are always so friendly. Jeremy is such a great guy. If I had to choose one issue I would say it is the manager (owner?). Not particularly friendly. We have been coming to the restaurant since it opened years ago and not once has the guy said hello or acknowledged us. But the food and staff are so great we keep coming back! read more

Just moved to the area and we have been here three times already. It's so good that we have not even considered other sushi places in the area. Better sushi than the last state we were in. Very impressed by the quality and freshness. read more

First time at this restaurant and was thoroughly impressed. You can tell that the fish is fresh and the quality has not been compromised. We tried the special- Hokkaido Scallop, which was AMAZING! We have never tried anything like it. Another favorite was the Uni & the Tuna Tataki Roll. Our kids loved their kid's meal bento box! Came in a cute box with a cover. Service was amazing, food was even better, the ambiance was very hip & we will definitely be back. read more

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Best sushi around! No other place I've tried even comes close. Everything was absolutely delicious and so fresh!

The best sushi in Surprise and the owner, Daniel and his entire team are awesome!! Such kind people! read more

Ugly Tuna Sushi - Toro and 21. Tuna Tataki Specialty Roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Surprise, Arizona

Tried for lunch while in town visiting family. The restaurant was clean and the waitress was super nice and accommodating. We got the garlic edamame for an appetizer which was very good in garlic flavor. Then we split a few rolls for the meal. Pricing was decent per roll. I would def come back if in town again. read more

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This place is really good! It's always a great place for sushi! This time I had the bento box my favorite is the spicy California roll and their chicken teriyaki read more

Ugly Tuna Sushi - Chicken Teriyaki Bento - Sushi Bars Near Me - Surprise, Arizona

Great food and great service. Can't wait to go back and try out more dishes! Has a great variety of rolls and appetizers.

Ugly Tuna Sushi is my usual go to when I drive into AZ from San Diego as they usually are on point with customer service and food. Unfortunately, this time was not the case! I ordered the Salmon Teriyaki plate since it was something new for me to try. Like I mentioned, we frequent this place quite often when in town. Horrible mistake ordering the Teriyaki salmon! As soon as the plate hit the table, I can already see the salmon was dry and overcooked. I just figured ok, I will just dip the salmon in my soy sauce lemon concoction I made and that will help out the dryness. NOPE!!! On the skin side of the salmon, it was burnt to holy hell! So overly charred it left a very bitter taste that just wouldn't go away. So, I kindly asked the waitress to take the plate back to the kitchen and to please take the item off of my bill. She did so with no hesitation as I was explaining how horrible the salmon was and showing her the burnt side of the salmon. I get these days with inflation and all we all don't have the resources to be wasteful. But, don't serve inedible food to the public and expect them to pay for your mistakes. If the food is not cooked correctly, cook it over again! Don't send trash to a paying customer in hopes they will still eat it. read more

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Two stars are for our waitress (she deserves 5). She was absolutely amazing. I can't remember her name, but she broke the menu down for us and checked on us regularly. The food was very tasteless and just not good unfortunately. It was our first time there and was also our last. It's a nice little place minus the one extremely loud and obnoxiously drunk table. They should have been told to calm down or leave and honestly should have no longer been allowed to have any more alcohol. I get having a good time but they were a bit much. I noticed a lot of people staring at them yet the staff never said a word to them about their behaviors. read more

Fun sushi place with a cute name. There was a bit of a wait, but it was Friday evening at the dinner rush. Regardless, we were able to get seated pretty quickly. Every roll we had was delicious. Our server was very sweet and helpful with her recommendations...and we ran with all of them. No regrets and we can't wait to go back. The only unfortunate thing was I didn't snap any photos because I was too excited to dive in. read more

I honestly really enjoy this restaurant in Surprise. It's one of the few Asian places that tastes legit enough I think? Service here has always been great, and I love that they open so late too. We dined indoors before with a larger party and also have done take out. Both experiences were positive. Their bento box is such a great deal - for around $20, you get really full! Overall, would come here again! read more

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Food - 5 Service - 5 Ambiance - 4.5 We went there for lunch. I don't remember the exact rolls we got but they were all excellent. The cucumber salad is to die for, had a mix of cucumber plus seaweed salad, I can probably just get that plus one roll and I'll be very happy.. It is a very large portion as well, can probably eat it on its own and be full. Would definitely return. read more

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Whenever I crave sushi, this conveniently right down the street. Unfortunately, I forgot that they don't open until 4:30, which meant I had to look for another option this time. When I do make it there, my son always orders the chicken katsu, and I love exploring my favorite sushi rolls. The staff is incredibly helpful with recommendations, and I've never been let down by their suggestions. I usually start my meal with a refreshing beer and finish with some hot tea, which perfectly rounds out the experience. The atmosphere is always welcoming, and I can't wait for my next visit to indulge in their delicious offerings. If you're in the area and in need of sushi, this place is definitely worth a stop! read more

The best sushi in town. I always bring my family here, they make new sushi rolls from time to time. Also you have to try the peach margarita. Service is always excellent. read more

Great prices, great sushi, quick and friendly service, and good vibes- can't wait to come back!

Still hands down our favorite sushi spot - best prices & FRESH fish! Thank you, UGLY TUNA read more

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Hands down the best sushi I've ever had and I live in San Diego. I just love coming here, the vibe is so good, the chefs at the bar are amazing, and the food is just beyond incredible. I'm very proud of this place. To the people of Surprise AZ, you have a real gem here! read more

Ugly Tuna Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Surprise, Arizona

Love eating here. We've been going here from the soft opening. The staff is great and the sushi is too. Prices have gone up a bit but we are in Arizona and not near an ocean! We are always happy with the meal. The prices make this NOT a once a week visit....more of a once a month for us. read more

I've been coming to Ugly Tuna ever since it opened during the pandemic. I've been hooked ever since. Just thinking about the sashimi and my mouth waters. The sashimi melts in your mouth like butter. The owner gets his fish from the same restaurant supplier as other sushi restaurants but the way he stores it makes a huge difference. This restaurant is 45 min away from me, one way, but it's worth it. The quality of the sushi at this price point is unheard of. It's Scottsdale quality but Peoria priced. You won't get me to go somewhere else like a Nobu. I can guarantee you that Ugly Tuna is so much better. I always recommend this restaurant to friends who like sushi. One friend of mine came here for dinner twice within a 3 week period. My friends, who are snowbirds from Seattle, have decided this is their favorite restaurant. Hands down. We're all from Seattle originally and definitely know our seafood, Asian food, and are absolute foodies. I recommend that you get the restaurant when they open. Otherwise, you'll be waiting for a table. The owner has definitely used the space wisely to accommodate the crowds but it does fill up quickly. The restaurant closes after lunch for a few hours and then opens for the dinner rush. read more

Located in a plaza with plenty of parking. Walked in on a Monday evening and we were seated right away. Had a few TVs and different seating arrangements. Shishito peppers - to my surprise these were tempura peppers. I've normally had them cooked over coal/open flame. This was different but welcomed. They were served in a sauce with red onions and topped with Bonito flakes. Easily the best thing we had. Peppers were crunchy, some were spicy and some were not. The sauce was sweet and served as a perfect dipping sauce for the peppers 10/10 Bento with sashimi, Shrimp tempura and CA roll 6 piece nigiri combo with CA roll Fish was fresh and good portion. Shrimp tempura was crunchy. Salad was good and the dressing was really refreshing (compared to creamy based dressings). Only downside was that the bentos didn't come with miso soup. We came from the Bay Area where we have a tonnnn of options for good quality sushi and can say this place really surprised us. The quality was great, service was quick and friendly and the cost was reasonable. Would absolutely visit again next time we are in the area and definitely recommend. read more

A hole in the wall feel with high end sushi bar service and quality. My Bento box was delicious and a good value. read more

Ugly Tuna Sushi - Chicken Teriyaki Bento - Sushi Bars Near Me - Surprise, Arizona

Came here on a Friday night. I got seated for two people. Service was okay. We kept asking for ginger and they forgot it twice. We got one speciality roll and the 8 piece Sashimi combo. The sashimi was very thick cut and a bit hard to eat. The roll was good. Our waitress only came around once and it was right when we got our food and we didn't even get to eat it yet. The place is nice inside though. I understand it was busy. I wouldn't be opposed to try this place again but could have been better. read more

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The sushi is amazing, and I highly recommend it. The service is always friendly and attentive. read more

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Great sushi. Service was polite and prompt. Don't pass this place up because it is really on point and authentic

great variety of dishes well prepared and very tasty.good service and friendly staff. knowledgeable and helpful for choosing the dishes you may want to order.pleasant surroundings read more

Excellent service and the fish is fresh tasting. They do a nice char on their teriyaki. This is one of our favorite places.