Calling all Japanese whisky drinkers, omakase aficionados, and the Michelin-curious. It’s time to feed your sushi cravings at some of the best spots across Dallas-Fort Worth for traditional maki, sashimi, nigiri, handrolls, and countless creative sushi variations.
For a landlocked region, Dallas has some spectacular options in every neighborhood—from off-the-beaten-path gems to a couple of widely recognized national names. Some of these intimate restaurants are designed so much for the in-the-know crowd (which now includes you) that they don’t even have websites.
Read on for 20 can’t-miss places to get your fish fix.
Kinzo
Chef and founder Leo Kekoa, formerly of Nobu Dallas, knows what he’s doing, and it shows from the moment you enter. Sleek, spacious, and contemporary, this hidden gem in Frisco serves à la carte dishes, as well as an omakase that’s worth the splurge, at $195 for 18 courses (or mini 10- or 14-course options for $100 and $150, respectively). Dishes feature seafood flown in from Tokyo’s famous Toyosu Market, where tourists flock to watch Japan’s best sushi chefs bid on the freshest fish. 14111 King Rd., Frisco, kinzosushi.com
Shinsei
No Dallas sushi roundup would be complete without Shinsei, which will be celebrating 20 years this August. Not only does the sushi exemplify the best of the genre, chef Shuji Sugawara (known as Elvis thanks to his pompadour and showmanship) also delivers a little razzle-dazzle to the dining room. Try the pressed sushi options, including the Dragon Lady with flame-seared salmon, spicy tuna, serrano peppers, and crispy onions. Make sure to save room for one of Lynae’s oatmeal cookies for dessert. 7713 Inwood Rd., Dallas, shinseirestaurant.com
Uchiko Plano
Texas loves Uchi and all of its spin-offs, including Uchiba and Uchiko. James Beard Award-winning chef Tyson Cole started the Uchi in Austin back in 2003, with the brand subsequently spreading around the state and beyond. At Uchiko Plano, uber-fresh fish and an intimate ambiance make a great pairing for date nights. Like all its sister concepts, Uchiko Plano is known for its warm, knowledgeable service, plus an impressive sake list. 7801 Windrose Ave. Ste. H 150, Plano, uchirestaurants.com
Pearl
In 2023, when former Nobu chef Shine Tamaoki opened Pearl with business partner Todd Landis, it was an instant smash hit. Simplicity reigns in this little restaurant, so go for the classics, like spicy tuna on crispy rice, whitefish crudo, and snow crab nigiri. Cocktails have been designed to complement and enhance the delicate seafood flavors. Try the refreshing Purpearl, crafted with gin, housemade butterfly pea flower syrup, soda, and a side of yuzu juice to add as you wish. 4640 McKinney Ave. #130, Dallas, pearlrestaurants.com
Nobu
Nobu needs no introduction to most, but its merit can’t be overstated. The iconic Japanese-Peruvian restaurant remains synonymous with sushi of the highest caliber. Even as the celeb-beloved chain expands globally, the quality never takes a hit. In Dallas, the restaurant is tucked inside Hotel Crescent Court, offering familiar favorites, new style rolls such as the salmon and snow crab, and one of the most complex Japanese whisky lists in the city. 400 Crescent Ct., Dallas, noburestaurants.com
Edoko Omakase
Like so many of the city’s best restaurants, it should come as no surprise that one of Dallas’ top sushi haunts hides in an unassuming strip mall. In addition to fresh sushi served à la carte and a series of splurge-worthy platters, Edoko Omakase offers a robata menu and a variety of hot dishes, such as chicken karaage, wagyu tataki, and chashu (soy-beer-braised pork belly with poached egg). 1030 W. John Carpenter Fwy. #100, Irving, edokolascolinas.com
Tatsu
When Michelin finally arrived in Texas in 2024, it graced Dallas with a single star, awarded to Tatsu for its commitment to detail and well-curated dining experience presented by chef-owner Tatsuya Sekiguchi. The intimate, 20-seat restaurant, located inside the iconic Continental Gin Building, serves as the backdrop for an exclusive omakase experience that showcases appetizers, up to 15 courses of sushi, dessert, and more. Two-hour seatings are offered twice each evening, from Tuesday through Saturday, for $195 per guest. Worth noting: Tatsu releases reservations on the 1st and 15th of the month for the following two weeks, with a maximum of four people per party. 3309 Elm St., Ste. 120, Dallas, tatsu-dallas.com
Naminohana Sushi & Handroll Bar
Specializing in both handrolls and omakase, this spot on Greenville Ave. sources the best cuts of fish from all over the world. They change up the chalkboard daily to showcase the day’s fresh selections, and sometimes run out of certain pieces by the end of the night. The ambiance is more casual than many other omakase experiences. Still, the food rivals the top sushi spots in Dallas, and may include the silkiest salmon with truffle ponzu sauce, yellowtail with truffle salt, or Hokkaido scallop handrolls. 5521 Greenville Ave. # 111, Dallas, instagram.com/naminohana.handroll
Sushi | Bar Dallas
To get to this hidden, Austin-based omakase, you have to walk through a set of unmarked doors, down a flight of stairs, and through a sexy cocktail bar until you reach a speakeasy-style omakase counter. Most of the 17 courses on the ever-changing menu are a single piece of nigiri, flame-seared with a torch, topped with homemade sauces, or sprinkled with flaky salt. The chefs are chatty, making the experience both intimate and lively. 2115 Jackson St., Dallas, sushibarhospitality.com
Shoyo
Former Nobu chefs Shinichiro Kondo and Jimmy Park are the talent behind this highly lauded omakase on Lower Greenville. A cut of salmon might arrive topped with a single shaving of truffle, or delicate gold flakes might complement ruby-red tuna. A Shoyo reservation is tough to come by, but it’s worth getting on the Resy waitlist for. 1916 Greenville Ave., Dallas, shoyodallas.com
Namo
Chef Kazuhito “Kaz” Mabuchi is an expert at salting, marinating, and curing, key components of the Edomae style of sushi that Namo specializes in. While the fish flown in daily from Tokyo deserves much of the spotlight, the quality and flavor of the rice speak to Mabuchi’s meticulousness during every step of the process. 3699 McKinney Ave. #305, Dallas, namosushi.com
Hatsuyuki Handroll Bar
Chef Jun Mo Yeon prepares irresistible handrolls at this beloved Fort Worth restaurant. Twenty-five seats may sound like a lot for a sushi counter, but Hatsuyuki is wildly popular and doesn’t take reservations, so prepare for a (hopefully short) wait. Diners check off their choices on paper menus with golf pencils, choosing among pre-set handroll combos and simple, straightforward à la carte handrolls, including bay scallop, eel, and salmon. 907 Foch St., Fort Worth
Nori Handroll Bar
If you’re serious about handrolls, you know to eat them the moment they’re passed across the sushi counter. The nori wrap should have a slight crunch, the rice should be pillowy, and the fish should be fresh. This Deep Ellum spot checks all the handroll boxes with their set menus featuring three, four, five, or six handrolls. At $125, the “Chef’s Trust Me Course” omakase option is among the more reasonable in the city. 2814 Elm St., Dallas, norihandrollbar.com
Mābo
Sushi bars tend to be small, but with only eight seats, this yakitori omakase from chef Masa Otaka, former owner of Teppo on Greenville, is one of the most intimate in town. Sushi makes up a minority of the innovative tasting menu, but the sashimi course rivals any of the most acclaimed pieces in Dallas. 6109 Berkshire Ln. B, Dallas
Anchor Sushi Bar
From Vandelay Hospitality, the group behind Hudson House and Drake’s Hollywood, Anchor Sushi Bar offers classic service, fine cuts of nigiri and sashimi, and maki for those who aren’t into the minimalism of omakase. The signature roll includes hamachi and avocado, and comes topped with a layer of tuna seasoned with a homemade ginger vinaigrette. The sunset roll features spicy tuna, cucumber, and avocado, topped by macadamia nuts and Fresno peppers. Multiple locations, anchorsushi.com
Musume
Now with three locations across DFW, Musume offers an extensive sushi list alongside top-quality steaks and chops for those in the party who may not want seafood. Rolls run the gamut from simple to showy in the case of the 24 Carat, a combination of snow crab, salmon belly, yellowtail belly, toro, avocado, cucumber, and—you guessed it—gold flakes. Ask for Kizami wasabi, finely chopped pickled wasabi, to accompany your sushi for a real treat compared to the ubiquitous wasabi paste of most places. Multiple locations, musumedallas.com
Bar Colette
Located next door to the much-lauded Namo (also on this list), Bar Colette may not sound at all like a sushi restaurant. But the surprises don’t end with the French-sounding name. The cocktail-forward bar offers a limited selection of modern sushi, including a surf-and-turf roll with Wagyu and snow crab. Bonus points for giving diners one of Dallas’s few sushi spots with an inviting patio. 3699 McKinney Ave. #306, Dallas, barcolette.com
Sushi Kozy
When Chef Paul Ko, formerly of Uchi Dallas, debuted this sushi restaurant last summer, buzz built quickly for the cozy (or Kozy, if you prefer) omakase experience. Michelin took notice and bestowed a recommendation. The menu changes monthly (and gets posted on the website), so unlike many omakase experiences, you won’t have any surprises hitting the table. 2000 Ross Ave., Ste. 150, Dallas, sushikozy.com
Nikuya
High atop the Art Deco Fort Worth hotel, the Sinclair, this new rooftop sushi concept debuted late last year. You won’t find an endless list of options, but a carefully curated collection of handrolls, maki, nigiri, and sashimi. Try the Cowboy Kiss, a roll with salmon, fried salmon skin, fish sauce caramel, and yuzu. The views are spectacular, so make sure to look up from your plate to savor them, too. 512 Main St., Fort Worth, nikuyarooftop.com
SaSa Sushi
Buzzy Lakewood nook SaSa offers a casual, trendy sushi experience. Alongside the standard maki and sashimi, you’ll find ramen and udon, poke bowls, and the famous sandwich roll: spicy tuna, crab, and avocado wrapped in white soy paper and cut into triangles. This is a cozy neighborhood spot and a great place to join friends in sharing a carafe of sake and some dumplings before ordering a spider roll or one of the sashimi combos. 6340 Gaston Ave., Dallas, sasasushidallas.com…