In Vegas, the sushi scene reigns supreme. Here, we’re rolling out the 10 best sushi restaurants across the city.
Nigiri at SUSHISAMBA; PHOTO COURTEY OF SUSHISAMBA AT GRAND CANAL SHOPPES
All good omakase experiences are based on trust. At Kame Omakase, sushi lovers are in excellent hands thanks to executive chef Eric Kim’s handcrafted sushi that tastes phenomenal and looks almost too pretty to eat.
For fans of jalapeño-topped yellowtail carpaccio and citrusy salmon rolls, look no further than ITs Izakaya. This Vegas sushi joint might be unassuming initially, but it draws in a constant crowd of locals and visitors for its flavorful Japanese tapas.
Taru brilliantly marries traditional Japanese cuisine with the grandeur of Sin City in dishes such as the spicy tuna-topped Fire in the Hole Roll and the Paparazzi Roll made with tempura-fried shrimp.
Widely recognized for its intimate ambiance and meticulously prepared sushi, Kabuto offers the ultimate omakase experience that invites diners to explore assorted appetizers, the freshest sashimi, handrolls, a dessert trio and expertly paired sake.
Take your sushi experience to great new heights at this omakase-style newcomer. ITO, located inside the members-only Poodle Room at Fontainebleau Las Vegas, features 12 seats and two seatings per night, with legendary views of the Strip as the backdrop.
Sushi Roku stakes its claim in cities across the U.S., but there’s nothing quite like the Las Vegas location at The Forum Shops at Caesars Palace. The sultry ambiance is the perfect setting for plates of crispy rice Hanabi and White Lotus rolls filled with popcorn shrimp tempura.
The Vegas community loves Umiya for its strong drinks and all-you-can-eat sushi that never sacrifices freshness or flavor. With a long list of delicious rolls, you might as well try them all!
Mizumi Main Dining Room; PHOTO BY ROBERT MILLER
Mizumi at Wynn Las Vegas offers a captivating Japanese dining experience that exudes culinary sophistication thanks to new executive chef Jeff Ramsey. When it comes to sushi, order à la carte dishes, like the luxe wagyu beef and lobster roll, or go all-in with omakase.
Head toward the dramatic twirling archway at The Venetian Resort’s Grand Canal Shoppes, where you’ll find the famous SUSHISAMBA. Beyond its artistic design, the restaurant’s cuisine is a unique mix of Brazilian, Peruvian, and Japanese cuisine showcased in tastes like the Asevichado, which has four different types of fish and leche de tigre.
Since 1997, Sushi Fever has been a must-visit for local sushi enthusiasts. The off-the-Strip favorite offers an impressive list of fresh, made-to-order rolls, such as the crab and tempura calamari Carrot Top roll piled high with fried carrots. sushifevervegas.com
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