Very nice Tempura Prawn Udon accompanied by a nice Cucumber salad with Bonito flakes. Washed down with a pot of green tea. Perfect light lunch break. read more

First time here and didn't really have much expectations except good food and good service due to the area it's in - hippy Surry Hills. Service wise not too shabby, although the waiter said it was a 5 course Omakase meal which turned out to be 6. Also couldn't really hear what they were saying when introducing the dishes. So here's what we had: 1. Trio Entree: Tofu with apple, mandarin and prawn, Chicken with sweet chilli sauce and (epic) seared scallop with raw salmon and teriyaki sauce 2. Mullet Sashimi with Fish Roe - Sashimi Trio: Tuna, Kingfish and Salmon - Prawn and Squid Salad with cucumber, carrot and bean sprout strips on sweet soy dressing - Grilled Swordfish - Sushi Platter The highlight was definitely the seared scallop and the rest are quite normal - something you can order elsewhere. There was also the option of having matching sake (it'll def overwhelm the plain flavours of the fish) but we choose the normal set. I did have the Kirin apple cider though @$14 .. so expensive! Will I do it again? Yepssss and this time will order dishes from the a la carte! p.s. Loved the interior design! read more

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This little sister to the original Zushi on Crown Street is just as delectable, and comes with larger interiors and contemporary finishes to boot. This Saturday night visit sees the bar, upper level and outdoor area all buzzing with tons of guests; my dining partner and I opted for a upstairs, triumphantly overlooking the quickly growing queue outside. After just a light meal, we chose to share a sushi entrée to start with a mix of nigiri and raw tuna maki rolls, which came with a side of carrot and daikon salad. To follow came the perfectly cooked teriyaki salmon. Service was efficient and meals arrived promptly - it didn't feel like the kind of place you wine and dine the night away, more a good spot to have a drink and some food before bar hopping your way down Crown Street. Sure enough, their sake sangria was a good start to the night. read more

Zushi - Japanese Near Me - Surry Hills, NSW

Up on the Paddington end of Crown Street, one is presented with many terrific options for dining out. I was craving Japanese the other day and so a friend and I ducked into Zushi for dinner. We walked past the long sushi bar and I stopped a moment to watch the diligent chefs fast at work. We were escorted through the restaurant and up the stairs to a section of tables overlooking the ground floor. With minimalist wooden tables and stools, low lighting and an intricate wooden sculputure that sprawls across the ceiling, it definitely demands that the next time you're here, you best bring a hot date. We started with an order of gyoza and a small assorted sashimi plate. The sashimi was very fresh and included tuna, salmon, another white fish, and two thin pieces of trout belly. I found the trout to be the most flavourful and interesting out of the four. Next, our Ocean Roll arrived ($18). For me, this was the obvious top runner of the meal. Ocean trout, cucumber and avocado made up the bulk of the roll and was topped with seared trout belly, mustard mayo, sweet soy and tobiko. The seared trout gave the roll a smokey, almost BBQ taste, which was perfectly complimented by the mustard mayo. It is clear that the geniuses behind Zushi have crafted their menu with care and creativity. The flavour pairings are definitely some of the most interesting I've seen. Go to Zushi, grab some wine and some starters and go nuts with the custom inside-out rolls. You won't regret it. read more

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It's a good quote here. Come here to have a joyful expirience come here to enjoy some fresh sushi ! read more

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Quit a nice place is you want sashimi or a fresh salad. I would recommend it for lunch or dinner or if you just meeting with a group of friends. Everything was fresh and delicious here. Check it out! read more

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Zushi is an amaZing modern japanese resto. They were succesful in their objective of creating authentic japanese cuisine with a veritable modern twist. I cant classify it as international fusion as the essence of each dish is very japanese. The combination of flavours and cooking techniques brings a very refreshing take on your all time faves. We ordered the wagyu roll, the snapper tempura and the pork belly. The tempura was a-mazing. Soft, buttery and extremely fresh it was mouthwatering and comforting. The wagyu roll was very tasty however the wagyu was a bit chewy. The piece de resistance was the pork belly. Tender juicy and grilled to perfection, each morsel was heaven in your mouth. It came with a sweet relish (am guessing its an apple compote of sorts?) that perfectly complemented the dish. Garnished with crunchy edamame, it was a truly a feel good very japanese dish. The only thing i dont absolutely love about zushi is the service. The servers are a bit ... slow? Self conscious and not very warm. It didnt have the signature japanese hospitality that jap restos are known for. They were a bit ... aloof and only interacted with their patrons when needed. Otherwise, they left you to your own devices ... a little too much left alone. Ive been here twice kn the span of a month - first time on a friday and now on a tuesday ... it was ... well ... the same lacklustre service. Standofish actually. I will recommend this joint as they do offer scrumptious, adequately priced selections BUT curb your enthusiasm... service may not be at par with the amazing flavour. read more

I honestly did not enjoy my two experiences at Zushi. They took the fun out of eating and writing about food and they get two stars because the food was still very good. The first time I went, I ordered one of the specials and I thought that for $26 I would get something at least a bit substantial - I expected and entree sized dish and I wasn't hungry, I just wanted a good little thing to eat to enjoy the night. I don't understand how you can put so little in a plate and charge a customer that much. No efforts were made on the presentation, even to add bits of fluff and decoration that provide with a false sense of understanding as to why you paid so dear for so little. It was good, and original, but I can't remember what I ate and that is a bad sign. And it was two mouthfuls. The second time, I think we had two plates and paid $70, thank God my friend has a one sashimi-sized appetite or I would have had to order more. I never look at the price in terms of numbers, I just want it no let to ruin the experience. But overpriced food to me is just exploiting people's pleasure and I don't not like it. At all. read more

Was lucky enough to have lunch here recently. Yum! The teriyaki salmon and brown rice is heavenly, and as someone who cannot stand the stuff, this is how coleslaw is meant to be made. The bento box comes with your main of choice, brown or white rice, coleslaw, leafy green veggies and seaweed for around $15, which is great value in this area for the standard of food. The staff are super nice and the restaurant space is lovely. My only problem is take-out for dinner. A few nights later, I ordered the exact same thing (teriyaki salmon) for seven dollars more as a treat. I honestly expected something fancier. We got exactly the same thing as lunch except a smaller portion of fish. No seaweed and no rice - luckily, I'd suspected and ordered a portion to share. It was perfectly delicious, but I was highly irritated that we actually paid more for less of a meal. Great food, nice staff, but next time I'm planning Zushi takeout for dinner, I'll order it at lunch and keep it in the fridge. read more

This is three stars for the service. The service is non-existent. I understand Australian restaurants do not provide service but even given such standards, the service is between average and quite poor, so no tip. The upstairs is nicely decorated and the blowfish painted on the wall looks cool and seems appropriate, although I didn't see fugu on the menu... The food came quickly and was DELICIOUS. Food rating is really four or four and a half stars. The salad sampler to share is four traditional offerings but done really well. The seaweed and cabbage were pickled to perfection, the daikon and carrot coleslaw was spot on, and there was another blend of greens with house peanut-sesame dressing which was to die for. The sashimi platter small had snapper, kingfish, tuna and salmon on it all very fresh and tasty. My partner's ocean roll was outstanding, as someone else's review notes, the trout on top was smoky and gave the whole roll a pungent flavor almost like bbq. The last dish we had was the eggplant to share, which came out in two large sections cut straight from the plant and obviously cooked whole, covered in a savory and sweet miso glaze. Eggplant can tend to be a bit greasy if fried, and I'm not sure if this was grilled to avoid that flaw or if it was just fried well enough not to be saturated, but it was PERFECT. Moist, cooked through, fell apart with chopsticks, the sauce was like butterscotch on dessert and I could have eaten three more just like it. A bit awkward to break apart with the chopsticks, was served with a giant wooden spoon but I don't really know what to do with that. All in all I would probably go back for lunch to try some more Zushi sushi deals, as dinner was a bit on the expensive side, but reasonable given how good the food was. Our four dishes for two people was $65. read more

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I can't eat nori, but my husband and I were looking forward to having sushi. Made a special trip across town to eat here based on reviews and suggestions. As soon as we sat down, I asked the waitress if the rolls could be made with soy paper or another alternative. I specifically mentioned that I could not have nori. She assured me it would be fine. More than 20 minutes later, she came back and said that one of the two rolls I'd ordered could not be done without nori. So I amended my order. In the meantime, my husband's plate is served to him. Then the waitress comes back and tells me that there was a miscommunication and no sushi or rolls could be made without nori. Then she asks me if I'd like anything else on the menu - which is basically just tempura. I was upset and angry. I'd been very much looking forward to the meal. And they waited until my husband had his food to tell me different. Prices here aren't out of line, but they were still too expensive for me to order something else I didn't really want just because I "should eat." I'm the most pissed because they waited so long. I made sure to check before we had ordered anything. Had they been unable to accommodate, we would have left. They basically forced us in to staying and my husband ended up eating alone before we left and I got a takeout before we headed home. It was just a complete and total failure of customer service. I'm unsure what procedure is in Australia, so I don't hold this against them, but I am used to a restaurants trying to fix the problem when this happens - either with an offer of a discount or something to bring you back. Instead, I just got a "sorry" while my husband sat there eating and it left me with an awful impression. read more

I don't know who rated this just one $- it is definitely not cheap! As for food it's your basic sushi joint and a bit overpriced for what it is. You're almost as good (although you'll lack the ambiance) heading to sushi on Stanley just down the road. The miso marinated eggplant was a standout dish, as was the tofu. The sashimi and rolls are nothing special but did taste fresh. Save your pennies in my opinion. read more

From Order To Table: Perfect timing. Like that time your ex left from the night before just before your housemate woke up. Service-ometer: Authentic Japanese style service. Patient and perfectly timed. Stomachability: Like a home cooked dinner from mum. With leftovers. That you eat a couple of days later when you forgot you have nothing in the fridge. I have been to Zushi multiple times and have always been amazed: Amazement 1: The ambiance and decor is amazing, it's understated, busy without being noisy, the upstairs, outside and downstairs seating area are all perfectly suitable to eat. Amazement 2: Food. Really traditional stuff mixed with some really modern and experimental dishes. Always really impressed with the specials. Amazement 3: Given the 'premium' product, service and location, it always lives up to the price you pay for it. It's not incredibly cheap, but it's very affordable. Would recommend for date night (first or anniversary). read more

One of my favourite Japanese places to eat. The food is always exceptional, often with a unique twist. The courtyard has a beautiful atmosphere on a warm Sydney night. read more

New sushi shop in Surry Hills. They have a $10 Tuesday where all the handcrafted sushi inside out rolls are heavily discounted. I like the Zushi roll, it has Tempura prawn, cucumber, then strips of prawn and grilled eel with avocado and mustard, so it's real indulgence and for $7 less than it usually is, a great bargain. All the ingredients are supreme here, the best of the best is used and the chef's are out there and a bit eccentric. The staff were happy to answer questions and they offer free home delivery for orders over $50. The atmosphere is causal great for a quick eat even lunch. read more

Zushi - Japanese Near Me - Surry Hills, NSW

The ambience was nice, even though a large group was having a birthday party they were tucked away in a corner. The teriyaki chicken was ok, I personally prefer the skin to be removed before hand and there could have been more cause. The sushi rolls were brilliant and may I say reasonably priced for the quality offered. Loved the side salad. The desserts are to die for. Make sure you leave room for ice cream with chocolate-infused tempura strawberries! read more

Read some good reviews so popped by for a quick lunch. Ordered the sashimi set. I can honestly say I've never seen or tasted such bad sashimi. The fish had literally been hacked at and were all different sizes. Only the seaweed salad was nice. Perhaps their skills lie in sushi rolls. read more

Awesome sushi. Awesome setting. Friendly staff. Next time I'm in Sydney, I'll hit up Zushi!

Good but the service was a little slow. Also maybe we ordered wrong (or maybe we are just fat Americans) but some of the portions were super tiny. They were yummy but just too tiny. read more

Ate here with my new Sydney friends Hannah, Jessica and Tim! Loved it! Great atmosphere and setting. Thank you guys for the recommendation! Aussie Aussie Aussie... oi oi oi! read more

Definitely my favourite sushi in Sydney- love the spider roll - The menu is quite small but I'll score it all a 10/10 It's squashy but that's expected - service isn't 100% but I go for the food not the service read more

Nicely decorated with excellent service and good location in Crown fairly close to Oxford Street. I like this place for a quick meal, the Sushi (made with brown rice) is delicious as is the Sashimi and I really enjoy their Daikon and Carrot Salad. I've found the food is always delivered to your table quite quickly. read more