Where to Find Spectacular Sushi in Atlanta
Editor’s Note: This article was originally published July 31, 2020 and last updated February 6, 2025.
Whether it’s the freshest fish, the most elevated experience, or a modern take on sushi that you are looking for, the Atlanta dining scene has tons of fabulous sushi options that will make your next sushi dinner spectacular. Here’s a list of some of our favorite spots in the Metro area listed in no particular order.
Umi
For an upscale Buckhead experience that’s also a celebrity favorite
Two Buckhead Plaza, 3050 Peachtree Rd Suite #1, Atlanta, GA 30305
Umi is both a celebrity hot spot and one of the best spots for sushi all around Atlanta. Their menu offers a little bit of everything, and it’s all delicious. Their omakase options are also excellent–you will leave stuffed!
Nakato
For a legendary restaurant that’s stood the test of time
1776 Cheshire Bridge Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30324
The restaurant business is one of the toughest ones to be in, with the majority of new restaurants closing within a year. But it’s due to their commitment to excellence, service and traditional Japanese recipes that Nakato has lasted for an incredible 50+ years. At Nakato, you can have so many dining experiences. Check our their private Tatami room for special occasions, or enjoy dinner and a show in their hibachi room, or sidle on up to the sushi bar and watch the masters at work. Whatever you do, order the green tea creme brulee if it’s on the menu!
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O-ku
For rooftop views and an awesome happy hour
1085 Howell Mill Rd Suite A3, Atlanta, GA 30318
For awesome patio rooftop vibes, melt-in-your mouth flavors, and chic and Asian inspired cocktails, O-ku in West Midtown is unmatched. O-ku sources fresh fish from the best fish markets in Hawaii and Tokyo, and they also have one of the best happy hour specials in town.
Eight Sushi
For a modern take on sushi in the heart of West Midtown
930 Howell Mill Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318
West Midtown folks really are blessed with some of the finest restaurants in town, and Eight Sushi is up there in terms of sushi and just overall excellence. Order the tuna crisp appetizer, topped with truffle oil, which smells and tastes heavenly with the umami popping off with every bite. They’re a chic date night spot, with a hip and trendy ambiance, and they’ve got a cozy patio you can enjoy year round.
Nova Sushi
For unpretentious dining and fabulously fresh fish
Multiple locations
This Buckhead spot’s sushi is always as fresh as it is delicious, served in an unpretentious atmosphere. Pro-tip: their lunch specials are also a great bang for your buck. Something on their menu that’s super fun? The Sushi Big Mac, with spicy tuna, eel, avocado and sushi rice, served with eel sauce and spicy mayo. It’s delicious! Nova Sushi is also available for delivery!
Nobu
For the classy date night out and menu options galore
3520 Peachtree Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30326
Nobu has been a wonderful addition to the Atlanta dining scene the last year and a half. Everyone loves this iconic spot for the vibes and of course the Japanese fare they offer. There are so many incredible options on this menu from hot and cold dishes to tempura, nigiri and more.
Bishoku
For amazing customer service and an intimate atmosphere
5920 Roswell Rd, Sandy Springs, GA 30328
For a fabulous and quiet meal at a sushi spot with neighborhood and family-owned vibes, Bishoku is just the ticket. The service is always on point, and the chefs are always cooking up something special you’re not going to be able to resist trying. Sometimes they even bring you a complimentary dessert or appetizer, making every trip to Bishoku special.
Chirori
For sushi or omakase in a warm, family friendly space
349 14th St NW C-1, Atlanta, GA 30318
This is another wonderful option for all things sushi and omakase. They have a happy hour deal that we love from Monday-Thursday 4:30-6:30pm. They also have plenty of choices for lunch and dinner as well as lunch and dinner omakase options from $65 to $130. If you’re new to the omakase experience, we recommend this spot to dip your toe in the water.
Mujo
For a splurge and edomae style omakase
691 14th St NW c, Atlanta, GA 30318
The Mujo experience is certainly a splurge at $245 per person. However, the Executive Chef, J. Trent Harris, has some serious cooking chops–he was sous chef at two Michelin star Sushi Ginza Onodera in Tokyo and New York under master sushi chef Masaki Saito. Their tasting menu changes daily with fish flown directly from Japan and consists of small plates and seasonal nigiri. This omakase only spot is a welcome addition to West Midtown and certainly worth a try for a special occasion or celebration.
Revolving Sushi
For a unique sushi experience
For a conveyor belt sushi experience, head to Revolving Sushi in Alpharetta! It’s oodles of fun. Simply pluck whichever dish you’d like from the conveyor belt and enjoy! If you’re not seeing what you want on the conveyor belt, simply place an order from their menu and the robot servers will deliver!
Sushi Hayakawa
For the absolute best in class omakase experience
1055 Howell Mill Rd, Atlanta, GA 30318
Perfect for a special date night or anniversary, James Beard nominated and Michelin Star restaurant Sushi Hayakawa is an experience you’ll never forget. Chef Hayakawa renovated his restaurant a few years ago to make the tables bigger, the capacity smaller, and the ambiance even more cozy and intimate, doing the complete opposite of what restaurants usually do to maximize profits. For toro that melts in your mouth and the perfect sake pairings, try the omakase experience.
Tomo
For a tailored to you omakase experience
3630 Peachtree Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30326
Michelin Recommended sushi spot, Tomo, is another one of our favorites for all things sushi and omakase. Be sure to check them out on “Tuna Tuesday,” where Chef Tomo breaks down an entire Bluefin Tuna, flown in fresh from the famous Tsujiki market, right before your eyes and serves you some some of the most unique and rare tuna dishes you’ve ever had. And their omakase experience can be tailored to fit every budget. Make reservations!
Fudo
For fresh sushi and wonderful hand crafted cocktails in Chamblee
5070 Peachtree Blvd A-100, Chamblee, GA 30341
This is one of our favorite sushi bars in town for a large selection of rolls and incredible cocktails. They make their espresso martini here with bourbon and it is always a hit. There are some pretty unique options like the A Star is Born Roll and the Mission Impossible Roll. Be sure to come hungry so you can try a few different kinds!
NoriFish
For a combination of omakase style sushi and tapas style dining with modern flavors
1115 Springwood Connector #2000, Sandy Springs, GA 30328
This intimate sushi and omakase spot in Sandy Springs is always a hit. They fly their fish in from Toyosu Fish Market, Japan so their sushi is always fresh and always delicious. You can expect a mix of traditional omakase sushi with modern, tapas style menu options here. Be sure to make a reservation to be able to enjoy all that is NoriFish.
Omakase Table
For the intimate, 20 course omakase experience
788 West Marietta St NW, Atlanta, GA 30318
At this West Midtown spot, you are getting an unforgettable, 20 course omakase experience. Coming in at $255 per person, it’s not exactly an every night dinner spot, but you’re getting a unique experience every time from chefs that have been in the industry for decades. The menu changes daily based on the season and the most fresh ingredients they can get. This 12 seat chefs counter experience led by Chef Leonard Yu is perfect for an anniversary or birthday celebration.
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For awesome patio rooftop vibes, melt-in-your mouth flavors, and chic and Asian inspired cocktails, O-ku in West Midtown is unmatched. O-ku sources fresh fish from the best fish markets in Hawaii and Tokyo, and they also have one of the best happy hour specials in town. Their dining room is currently closed, but their patio is open!
Umi s both a celebrity hot spot and one of the best spots for sushi in all around Atlanta. For a mindblowing dish, try the wagyu sushi and the green tea souffle. Something fun to look forward to with dine-in at this time: they’ve got staff in ninja costumes to comply with the enhanced mask and glove protocols!
The restaurant business is one of the toughest ones to be in, with the majority of new restaurants closing within a year. But it’s due to their commitment to excellence, service and traditional Japanese recipes that Nakato has lasted for an incredible 48 years. At Nakato, you can have so many dining experiences. Check our their private Tatami room for special occasions, or enjoy dinner and a show in their hibachi room, or sidle on up to the sushi bar and watch the masters at work. Whatever you do, order the green tea creme brulee if it’s on the menu!
West Midtown folks really are blessed with some of the finest restaurants in town, and Eight Sushi is up there in terms of sushi and just overall excellence. Order the tuna crisp appetizer, topped with truffle oil, which smells and tastes heavenly with the umami popping off with every bite. They’re a chic date night spot, with a hip and trendy ambiance, and they’ve got a patio too if you’re more comfortable dining al fresco at this time.
This Buckhead spot’s sushi is always as fresh as it is delicious, served in an unpretentious atmosophere. Pro-tip: their lunch specials are also a great bang for your buck. Something on their menu that’s super fun? The Sushi Big Mac, with spicy tuna, eel, avocado and sushi rice, served with eel sauce and spicy mayo. It’s delicious! Nova Sushi is available for delivery!
For a fabulous and quiet meal at a sushi spot with neighborhood and family-owned vibes, Bishoku is just the ticket. The service is always on point, and the chefs are always cooking up something special you’re not going to be able to resist trying. They’ll often bring you a complimentary dessert of appetizer, making every trip to Bishoku special.
Budi’s Sushi is a great, neighborhood type of sushi spot in Downtown where the service is always great. The best thing to do is to pull up and ask for the chef’s special. Available for takeout!
Perfect for a special date night or anniversary, James Beard nominated Sushi Hayakawa is an experience you’ll never forget. Chef Hayakawa renovated his restaurant a few years ago to make the tables bigger, the capacity smaller, and the ambiance even more cozy and intimate, doing the complete opposite of what restaurants usually do to maximize profits. For toro that melts in your mouth and the perfect sake pairings, try the omakase experience. And to bring something truly special home to you at this time, they also available a fixed menu available for curbside pickup.
Tomo is another Atlanta sushi spot serving sushi that’s a cut above the rest, and was listed as one of the best meals our Executive Producer, Scott, had in all of 2019. Something super special Tomo does in at least non COVID-19 times is their famous “Tuna Tuesday,” in which hef Tomo breaks down an entire Bluefin Tuna, flown in fresh from the famous Tsujiki market, right before your eyes and serves you some some of the most unique and rare tuna dishes you’ve ever had. Make reservations! Available for takeout, dine-in, and delivery at this time.
