Douzo Sushi

We spent our early Mother’s Day dinner at Douzo Sushi in Boston, a place we’ve returned to many times over the past 10 years. And once again, it did not disappoint. The food is consistently excellent—fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. This time, we ordered the sample boat, which is a perfect way to enjoy a wide variety of sushi and sashimi in one sitting. Every piece was crafted with care, from the rich toro to the delicate salmon rolls, and the plating was as stunning as ever. The atmosphere at Douzo is both elegant and relaxing. Though the staff has changed over the years, the service remains warm and welcoming. You can always feel the genuine hospitality, which enhances the dining experience. We’ve especially enjoyed their creative specialty rolls in the past, but the sample boat really stood out this time. It’s a great choice for anyone looking to explore a range of offerings. If I were to suggest one small area for improvement, it would be to reflect a bit more of the restaurant’s cultural roots in the service team. Years ago, a Taiwanese waiter gave us fantastic recommendations and left a lasting impression. Having more staff with Asian heritage might further enhance the authentic feel of this Japanese dining experience. A bonus worth mentioning: they validate parking for the garage next to the restaurant—definitely a plus in downtown Boston. Overall, Douzo remains one of our favorite spots in the city. I’d highly recommend it to any sushi lover looking for quality, consistency, and a touch of sophistication.

Great sushi place, very tasty with a Avery good looking presentation of the food on the plate. The place is fancy even if the location is not super great. This is a place I will come back for sure. Service is great and people working there are very nice and friendly. The menu is wide and the selection of fish (sushi and sashimi) are great and especially the table shared items.

Absolutely incredible experience at Douzo Sushi! The food was insanely good, fresh, flavorful, and beautifully plated. The atmosphere is elegant yet relaxed, and the service was flawless. Easily one of the best dinners I’ve had in Boston!

Modern chic ambiance complements a delicious meal and tasteful cocktails. We had the shishito peppers, dumplings, and a couple of fresh sushi rolls for dinner. There are many interesting options - seems like you can’t go wrong. The pistachio dessert was a highlight and worth going back for.

Food is truly mediocre. Chicken Teriyaki was dry and bland. Also the rice tasted like leftover rice. The $45 sushi plate was so mid and not worth the money. The only thing that tasted great on the plate was the tuna. However, the crispy rice was the only thing on the plate that I would say was good. The sushi rice was served cold and was too big. Would probably try elsewhere for some good sushi.

Delicious place and fish is of a very good quality! Service is professional and very polite.

The food is phenomenal! We went here on a Saturday and this was my first time ever trying sushi. I dipped it in some sauce and it melted in my mouth. If you go, the might give you chopsticks but when I went I quickly learned how to eat with them. I had the chicken katsu and the chicken was crispy! I’m not a fan of mustard but the rice was perfectly pristine. I also had a mango dessert which was pretty tasty! I recommend this restaurant to anyone because the sushi is delicious and if you don’t know how to use chopsticks, this is the best place to be.

Really enjoyed this sushi please in downtown Boston! Definitely recommend to try it out. The vibe is modern and on the down low. Not very loud and no screens at all (thank you do that). Also has an option of seating at the chef’s counter to see them roll and prepare the sushi. Tried the edamame, shrimp roll, crab meat soup, and the lychee ice cream! All very good!

This was my first "fancy" dinner in Boston after moving back. The service and vibes of the restaurant are absolutely fantastic. Just make sure you get a reservation, cause it gets busy! We sat at the bar and the bartender was definitely nice, giving us solid recommendations and given us a show with different cocktails that were getting ordered. Best dish of all time here though was the Uni Shot. We loved it so much, we got 3 orders of it! It's the right balance of umami, savory, and herbs all packed in a single shot. We also got the Crispy Rice with spicy tuna. Great balance of crunchy and soft texture. I think next time, we're going to try it with the scallops. 100% would recommend ordering it again. The octopus ceviche was perfectly prepared with a great balance of sweet, spicy, and freshness from the onions and cilantro. And the Tamari Scallops had a nice pop in your mouth if you enjoy a sour + slimy texture. Sushi was incredibly fresh and tightly-rolled. We ordered the Douzo Special Roll, Sumo Roll, Mt. Fuji Roll, Backbay Roll, Spider Roll, Caterpillar Roll, and Volcano Roll. Would definitely recommend any of these again for next time. Soft-Shell Crab was tasty but the only thing that would be a 3/5 since it was just a basic fried soft shell crab with tempera sauce. Would've loved a little bit more salt/pepper to bring out the briny-ness of the crab. For Cocktails: Death Jam (4/5) - nice balance of sweetness Kabuchiko Martini (3/5) - definitely an interesting flavor to it, but probably wouldn't order it again Overall: it's definitely on the pricey-er side, so great for special occasions or if I wanted to splurge for some solid sushi.

It is just okay sushi. Not great but not horrible. And gari (sushi ginger) is spoiled. I hope they throw it away. It has been opened too and has rotton taste.

My fiancé and his family came here for his birthday lunch. They mention that they usually get take away from here and have been eating there for years, so I was excited to try this sushi spot. The service was phenomenal and the seafood was very fresh. I really enjoyed the King salmon and mango as well as the Mount Fuji roll for my entrée. Inside is a very modern and sleek environment, and I really like how it blends Japanese aesthetic with the modern architecture of Boston. I would definitely come back here to try the spicy lobster miso as well as some of the other specialty rolls. They ended up bringing us a little surprise dessert for Edward's birthday and overall it was an excellent experience.

I've been to Douzo several times and always enjoy my meal! They also have a variety of fun cocktails and the vibes are nice. We ordered an assortment of maki rolls this time and all shared.

The food was delicious! A great spot for sushi and their ramen selection was also great. The restaurant itself has a cool modern vibe to it and the service was amazing. Our waiter Aiden was beyond helpful and kind while serving us. He definitely made our visit even better!

Douzo Sushi is a delicious, though pricey, sushi spot near Copley Place in Boston. Service was quick and relatively attentive and they did a good job of explaining some of the nuances in the dishes (for example the richness of the King Salmon vs the 'normal' salmon). We ordered a variety of rolls and nigiri which they brought out in a beautiful boat. The uni was tasty, though not incredible, and I'm unsure whether the extra $$$ for the king salmon was worth it. Drinks were tasty, though strong, so you get some good value for your money there. Restaurant was relatively busy which was a nice sign although can be slightly confusing on entering as there are two entrances (one via the Main Street and another through a building lobby).

I've never been at the restaurant, only gotten to-go from here. However, it is one of my favorite sushi places in Boston.

Went for lunch and thought the food was pretty good, tired the phoenix roll, tasty roll, and shrimp tempura roll. Wasn't the best sushi I've ever had but it was definitely good. The Coppa Mascarpone was really good.

Came here with a party of 4 on a Wednesday night. We made a reservation in advance, so we had no issue being seated. The restaurant itself is nice and quiet compared to some other places so it's easy to have conversation. The service was also very attentive and were on top of everything. We ended up ordering a couple of different items and did it family style. We got the chefs special Nigri, the chef special sushi roll, the jalapeño tuna roll, the jalapeño, salmon, roll, and a salad. For a drink, I got the Lychee martini. Honestly, I was pretty underwhelmed by the sushi and the nigiri. Don't get me wrong it was tasty but it wasn't anything crazy or special. In my opinion the rolls could've been larger and more filled with seafood. To me, it wasn't worth the cost. The lychee martini was absolutely perfect though! I will probably end up checking something else out for dinner next time I'm in the area but open to grabbing another cocktail there.

Oh Douzō... you were doing so well, and I was about to sing your praises! Then I made a "mistake"... I ordered the Spicy Yellowtail. That's when the experience took a nose-dive off a cliff. I initially ordered the Caterpillar Roll & Crunchy Roll. The Crunchy, while different than what I usually get, was fantastic. Crunchy and soft textures, and an interplay of savory, salty, and sweet flavors. The fireworks show that well-executed dishes should be. The cuts of tuna & salmon up top were very generous, so even though there wasn't fish inside, it worked for me. The cucumber added freshness, and the tempura and fried onion added crunch. Rounding it out, the mango sauce was not at all overpowering, lending a gentle sweetness. Meanwhile the roe added a pleasant, subtle salinity. The Caterpillar was a phenomenal iteration of one of my favorites: the eel/avocado/cucumber roll. While not as intricate and complex as the Crunchy, it still worked well. There was a fair amount of eel, which combined with the avocado and eel sauce amplified the soft, sweet, and savory flavors. The cucumber and spicy mayo, meanwhile, were subtle and not at all overpowering. The rice, up to this point, was high quality. Then, I made my "mistake." I was hungry for more and ordered the Spicy Yellowtail. Things went downhill a little, then a lot. First, the rice was mixed with scallions. Now, while I don't like scallions, I don't deduct points just because of personal preference. Where this roll went wrong is the sheer amount of tempura combined with a tiny piece of fish. Unlike the Crunchy, the fish was fully lost within. I brought this up to my server who offered to change it to one that is how they usually make it. Ok, great! I went for it. I ended up regretting my choice, especially since I didn't want to send something back a second time. What I was served reminded me of gas station sushi. The whole roll was a little limp and didn't look super-appetizing. Though, it's the taste where it really flopped. The yellowtail here was the kind that was pre-made: chopped, mixed with too much mayo, and stored in the fridge. Thus, a limp roll with a cold, bland, mayo-heavy filling, and nothing else. Especially after the Caterpillar and Crunchy, it left a bad taste in the mouth - pun very much intended. Finally, before I wrap it up (pun not intended this time), I have a few more points to share. Don't worry, these are positive! 1. The service was excellent. It was speedy, knowledgeable, and attentive. 2. The vibe is modern and upscale. So much so I questioned if I was underdressed, even though my daily attire is business casual. 3. Their menu is fantastic in that there are pictures for most everything. Even with items I am familiar with, it was great to be able to visualize what I would be ordering before ordering it. It is due to their exciting menu that I want to give Douzō a second chance. However, one thing's for sure, I will be staying far away from the Spicy Yellowtail (or regular yellowtail, for that matter).

Our waitress here was really nice. She did a great job pacing the food that came out to us. We sat at a small high table and I think that the pacing of the food was really important because there's not much space. The rolls here are really good my favorite was the Phoenix. The salmon balls were really good. The Toro was also very nice. I really liked the kama here, it was deep fried as opposed to baked or grilled. I also liked the lychee drink that I got as well. I would definitely come back to try some of their other dishes maybe the skewers.

Very good experience! Ordered a variety of sushi to split with a group, all of it was very fresh. Restaurant has a chill atmosphere. All for a great price too!

I had a wonderful birthday dinner here recently! I love Japanese food because it tastes comforting and delicious, yet feels upscale and boujee while I'm eating it ;) Big shoutout to whoever designed the menu to include pictures of every single dish! This is super helpful for people who are newbies to the cuisine. My husband and I ordered a bunch of stuff to share: gyoza, tuna tataki, tuna sashimi, backbay rolls, Douzo "special rolls," scallop skewer and yaki udon noodles. I can't decide which was my favorite. The gyoza dumplings were so soft and fresh, I could have eaten 100 of them! We both commented on how the scallop skewer was the smallest, most expensive and BEST scallop we've ever had in our lives!! It was a little treat worth the $ just to get a taste if you're a scallop lover. And those udon noodles!! I kept repeating "I swear these can cure a variety of ailments" while I was eating them, they were that good! My only complaint is I wish the portion sizes were bigger as everything was so delicious, I couldn't get enough! Definitely give this place a try!! :)

THE BEST MEAL I HAVE EVER HAD IN BOSTON! This place is not only open until 11:30, but they are so accommodating and make birthdays really special. The quality of EVERYTHING was so ridiculously fresh and outstanding, I'm a really big foodie and was blown away. Being in the industry for a decade, I was impressed with the service and how fast everything came out. When it comes to Japanese food, I think of myself of a connoisseur and I just can't believe how every bite just kept getting better and better. The soft shell crab tempura was cooked perfectly and the hamachi collar was melt in your mouth. This place is seriously a stop you need to make!

Douzo has great atmosphere and a nice layout. The service was excellent. I think I interacted with 3 different staff members in addition to my primary server. The food was pretty good but I feel like there's opportunity for improvement. The mushroom soup was bland and could've used some spicy oil or something to give it some flavor. The steamed gyoza was quite good and probably the best dish I had. The rainbow roll was ok but also could've used something extra. The wasabi didn't really provide any kick. I'd definitely come back but would likely try other rolls and skip the soup.

Clean and modern atmosphere, amazing/attentive service, and delicious/fresh sushi! As we entered, we were greeted by a friendly host who took us to the sushi counter seats as we did not have reservations. We each ordered a chirashi bowl and an uni shot to share. Uni shot (Quail egg, spicy daikon, chives, ponzu sauce) was delightful but a little overwhelming in ponzu sauce. Chirashi bowl had a variety of fish including 3 pieces of salmon, 2 pieces of tuna, 2 yellowtail, 1 albacore tuna, 1 white fish, 1 eel, a small bed of ikura, 1 shrimp, and 2 eggs. The fish were very fresh and thick-cut. I very much enjoyed every single bite! I'll be back to try more!

Came here for our anniversary dinner, we got the sushi boat platter and it was so fresh and delicious. Highly recommended!!!

In route to eat at this restaurant I ran into someone on the street and they recommended this place, so I walked in with high hopes that did not disappoint! The cocktails were flavorful and delicious! The sushi was out of this were good. Like I wanted to like the plate the sushi was that good. The service was fine nothing bad and nothing exceptional you not so I am fine with that. The ambiance of the restaurant was typical of a mid-tier sushi restaurant. It wasn't the fanciest place, so I felt no need to be dressed up but it also wasn't a hole in the wall type feel. Price was mid range to expensive but the food was worth it. I definitely want to go back here!

Pros: Good location Ample seating Nicely decorated interior Fast service Fresh fish Varied menu with lots of unique rolls Cons: Kind of pricey Pro tip: Faster service at the bar if you are in a hurry

Food and service here was pretty good. The lobster wasabi salad was unique, but I thought it was missing something. I did like the kick of wasabi in the dressing and I thought they added the perfect amount. The seafood kaiyaki was too heavy and I was not a fan of it at all. Their sushi was fresh, but wasn't anything special. The Wagyu Steak Ishiyaki was phenomenal though - perfectly cooked and seasoned steak over crispy rice. 10/10 would get again..

I came here to meet up with some friends living in and passing through Boston. The location was super convenient, right outside the Back Bay train station. Three of us ended up splitting three sushi rolls and the chef's special. It came out on a boat and looked beautiful. The restaurant was comfortable and a good volume for catching up with friends. The staff there was also very attentive and made helpful suggestions about the best rolls.

I have to upgrade my review to 4 stars after more visits to Douzo. The Sushi and Sashimi are delicious, which makes me forget the price I'm paying. If they would lower the price just a bit, this is an easy 5 stars for me! Also really appreciated the artistry they put into our shared order. Give it a shot!

Came here for dinner with pretty high expectations given some of the reviews...and to be honest...it was just OK. I say that it was just OK because it's too expensive for what you actually get. First of all, the space is nice but not that nice. If you take a close look, things are worn. Second, I ordered a salmon roll, a nigiri set and hot sake. The sushi was tasty but it was small. The sake was nice and warm and was a good price at $12 for 10 oz. Overall, I enjoyed my meal but it is overpriced. The service was okay but I felt that I was overlooked because I sat at the sushi bar. If you want a solid place and don't mind overpaying, this is your spot.

Since a coworker and I were in Boston for a conference, I thought to arrange a dinner with our remote coworker who is based in Boston. He recommended this Japanese restaurant and the food looked amazing! Couldn't wait to check it out! It's located on the first floor of the Equinox Dartmouth apartment complex across of another apartment complex on Dartmouth St in Back Bay. There's street parking (not sure if paid) and paid parking lots around the area. While waiting for our other coworker and table, my coworker and I got a drink at the bar. I got their Secret Garden drink which reminded me so much on the butterfly tea that changed colors! I got a side of lemon juice to pour into my drink and immediately the colors changed from a dark bluish-purple to a light purple. So fun! The drink was also quite good too! Our seat was finally ready, so we moved to a table with our drinks. When it was time to order, I realized I wanted to try multiple things but didn't want a full entrée to myself LOL. So I ordered the Spicy Lobster Miso Soup, a Scallop Kushi Yaki and Shrimp Kushi Yaki, and then shared two sushi rolls, a Snow Mountain and Millennium Roll, with my coworkers (I ended up eating most of them as both of them ordered an entrée and was getting full LOL). We also shared Shumai and Gyoza which were great appetizers to have. The spicy lobster miso soup was gooood! A bit too salty for my taste but delicious as the "spiciness" brought out a different flavor from the "normal" miso soup. The skewers weren't mind blowing, but they were still delicious and were all cooked perfectly. The specialty sushi rolls, on the other hand, were delicious! The rice was perfectly cooked and not overpowering the seafood. The snow mountain roll had real crab on top which stayed on top of the rice beautifully. The tuna on the millennium roll was also super fresh. I've been having bad experiences with tuna especially on rolls since moving to the continental US, but I was thoroughly impressed by the quality of it! Overall, the restaurant is a bit on fancy, pricier side. There was a huge variety of food options and the quality of them were great! Definitely a great place for a date or company outing!

THE PORK BUN!!! Good lord it was tasty! The meat was cooked in a sauce almost like stew meat. The flavor seeped into every crevice for an amazing bite/flavor! Very flavorful. The bun was warm, soft and the one pickle added a little extra flavor. Best pork bun I have ever had! I want more. The sushi- All was good. But the breakdown: 1. The Millenium: So crunchy (the shrimp tempura) and the drizzle on top was just a little added extra I loved. This was my favorite roll of the night 2. Philadelphia: I cannot tell a lie, I love me some cream cheese! 3. Spicy Tuna: It was good but out of the three my least favorite. The Duozo Mai Tai- delicious! Just a small portion. The decor was super modern, which I didn't hate but my issue was the table was so narrow. We were at a two top table and my elbows were barely fell on the table. I felt squished in like a sardine. The music... I wasn't keen on it for the ambiance of the restaurant. Here I am in a modern such restaurant listening to NSYNC on a Friday night in 2023. I urge Duozo to take a look at their playlist.

Ok, this place is a bit pricey, but it is a high quality sushi place. I always order something akin to the sushi sampler. I was pleased to see the diversity of pieces including both salmon and fatty salmon. Sometimes an Ikura can have a thick rice bed, but this Ikura was deep in terms eggs in the wrap. Excellent service where multiple staff are acting like a swarm to clear dishes and refill water. Will definitely return here for a special occasion.

Came directly after my flight landed and was starving! Sat at a bar table. The food came out quickly and delicious. Ordered the boiled spinach (ohitashi), huge salad app and the Chirashi bowl. Note the Chirashi did not come with any soup or salad. All of the dishes were delicious, and sushi was fresh.

A lovely Japanese restaurant that feels fairly professional. I was definitely underdressed in comfy attire before heading to the airport, but this wasn't an issue. Though it seems like many coworkers come here for business lunch and are dressed up, in case you want to blend in. It was fairly crowded on a weekday afternoon, but there were still a solid amount of open tables. Bonus points for an awesome menu, literally with the physical look and feel, but also the selection. Their lunch menu is a nice added touch. Softshell Crab Tempura - about 4 or 5 pieces of crab that nearly melts in your mouth while still having a crunch due to the tempura. Sounds strange, but it's a soft crunch. Friendly appetizer and small bite. Douzo's Lunch Set - served with a small salad, agemono (tempura vegetables), and yakimono (grilled takoyaki), the small chirashi bowl becomes a whole course. You have appetizer-like items with the main chirashi entree for a complete balance and there's a solid mix of healthy with not as healthy items. Everything was light and delicious. The fish tasted fresh and delicate. Lunch Platter - lots of fresh fish in the form of nigiri and sashimi paired with one small maki roll. The maki roll is simple and pleasing, nothing crazy. Nigiri offers four unique options for a variety alongside the sashimi to enhance the quantity. This platter isn't as filling as other lunch options, but it's high quality and delicious.

writing from my hotel bed in a food coma right now. need to digest. i had shishito peppers, sashimi, house salad, miso soup - all were made gluten free. i was a little nervous reading the reviews but honestly i had no issue with gluten free availability. they were able to make some specialty roles gluten free but i stuck to the traditional maki and nigiri. we also got some tuna on fire and oh my it was like melt in your mouth salty and good. can't forget the bananas fosters. was also to be made gluten free. waiter was extremely attentive and helpful!

From start to finish everything was excellent! Very friendly server, Adan, with good recommendations and he was very attentive to our gluten allergy needs. Even though the restaurant was busy, the noise level was appropriate. Started off with the rosemary Martini, which had the most amazing apricot edition. For appetizers we started with the Eddie, which was cooked perfectly, and the house oysters. We got the crunchy Toro roll, spicy, jalapeño Toro, roll, salmon, roll, salmon sashimi, Spicy tuna roll And the Alaskan roll. The spicy jalapeño Toro roll, and the crunchy Toro roll were definitely my favorite however, everything was wonderful.

I think overall the service was fine. Parking can be difficult to find, so you will have to go into a parking garage that they validate to an extent. The ambiance is great. The food was good. It didn't blow my mind in any way. But fine. The hamachi was ok. I wish there was more flavor. The lemon on its own wasn't enough. The calamari was fine. Needed salt. I understand there is sauce, but salt is needed. The sushi was fine. The flavors were fine together. Didn't blow me away. For the price, I am expecting more.

Came back here again and tried their sushi. To be honest, their sushi is ordinary and I wouldn't want to order again for the price. The scallop yaki was pretty good though. Texture is good and flavor is good. I feel their non-sushi food tastes good in general. The dining experience goes down though. They used to have fancy chopsticks and now just ordinary ones.

Food was delicious and looked so cute! I loved the octopus ceviche and the calamari tempura. We also had the scallop skewers which were super tasty. The mains we had were chefs selections sashimi, mt fuji roll and douzo special roll which they put in a boat for us to look extra cute. For dessert we had the banana brulee and the mascarpone and a lava cake and i loved them all! Our server was Adan and he was awesome. He kept our water full and kept us laughing. He also has great handwriting.

Good food and easy way of making reservations through open table. Loved their small plate with salmon and mango. Their uni shooter. Parking wasn't too difficult on a Sunday evening.

Douzo is an incredible sushi restaurant which I have visited on many occasions, and have been frequenting for at least a couple years. What I enjoy about this restaurant is that it is certainly a step up in quality and service from a standard sushi restaurant, yet it is not overly upscale and overly expensive compared to fine dining sushi spots. Some dishes I have had which I love and will have time and time again are the shrimp tempura (this one's a bit expensive), spicy scallop crispy rice, fried shrimp shi mai, the Mt. Fuji roll (it's a lobster katsu roll), the volcano roll (regular maki with torched spicy scallop on top), and especially their lychee martinis. The one thing I had which was not bad but not as amazing as others was the steak teriyaki, but it is somewhat of a given that the sushi would be the best choices here. The service is always wonderful and I have been here enough times (almost too many) to know that I can ALWAYS rely on the service to be great and the food to be fantastic. If you're looking for cheap sushi this is not the place, but if you are looking for sushi that is nicer and a bit more unique and high quality than a typical place I would definitely consider trying Douzo out.

Food was wow. I'm going to be very forward about my likes/dislikes to keep it short! Steamed pork bun (5/10): I know this doesn't sound like I'm starting the review, but this had the texture of pulled pork instead of traditional charshu, which I found unsatisfying and not worth the money. Starry night (10/10): so pretty and so delicious. Perfect balance of booze, sweets, and ice. Soft shell crab tempura (10/10): so soft! And the ponzu sauce paired well. Unagi nigiri, ika nigiri (9/10): fresh sushi, nothing out of the ordinary. Salmon sashimi (10/10): some THICK slices of sashimi (this is a compliment!). was really good, fat striations were lovely and the salmon melted in my mouth. Torch roll (8/10): the yuzu sauce balanced the spicy mayo and yellowtail so well. Tiger roll (10/10): I wish I could repeat the first bite I had of this. The squid was so tender and soft, the salmon roe gave the perfect saltiness to the bite. Would definitely order this again. Chocolate cake (10/10 based off my boyfriend's account) Coppa pistachio (9/10): kind of wish it was more gelato, but the pistachio definitely shone through. Chef's nigiri special (10/10): honestly, worth the price, I got fatty tuna included in mine. Was still a little hungry though. Service was good, the owner/manager of the restaurant kind of hovered the entire night which was kind of weird, but our personal waitress was really sweet. The place has dark lighting but lively chatter that allows for a great date night for a serious date or a good time with friends or loved ones. The seating isn't cramped, but I would say tables are pretty close together to make use of their space. Would love to come here again and try their uni shots!

The sushi was alright. Service was great. The taste of the food lacked flavor. While the fish was very fresh, it just didn't taste like anything. I literally got scared that I had covid again and lost my sense of taste. The sommelier dropped by to give me a rose before coming back to ask if I'd like a drink. I declined immediately and he insisted on selling me a drink. I declined again. This was a bit off putting. If someone declines alcohol, they shouldn't be convinced to have any, especially by a staff member. You don't know their situation.

Landed in Boston on business and missed dinner with co-workers, so decided to go for something on the light side and found this already highly rated sushi restaurant. Atmosphere is professional and happened to have a group of Japanese folks speaking in Japanese... which added to the experience. Friendly and attentive service. I ordered the chef's choice sashimi and it came out colorful and healthy portions.

I've heard that Douzo has a really good selection of lunch specials, so I was glad to come by one weekend when I had afternoon plans in the area. We had reservations for noon but the restaurant was really empty throughout our whole meal. My friends had the unagi don, the crunchy roll, and the salmon jalapeno roll, and I ordered the chirashi lunch special. Overall, everything was really quite delicious - fish was fresh, the portion sizes were perfect, and the presentation in particular I really liked. However, I was extremely taken aback by (what was really my only major issue for the meal:) there was a fish bone (!) in one of the slices of salmon. Honestly, I was a bit uncertain about what to do since I've literally never experienced that before, but since we were in a bit of a rush we decided not to make an issue about it. It's a bit regrettable, because I really did enjoy the rest of my delicious meal; but I think this was a bit of a dealbreaker for me, to be honest, and I'm not sure if I'd be comfortable returning - at least not for a while. (Incidentally I would say this place did merit 4-5 stars otherwise.)

I was walking around Back Bay/Fenway and just happened to come here on a weeknight. The sashimi was buttery, the service was great, and the sushi rolls were solid. I ate until I felt sick, which is bad because I overate, but good because their sushi was actually good. However, the salmon tartare had too small a portion without much taste-- the yuzu was too strong and overwhelmed the fish. My go-to rolls are usually the salmon or spicy tuna maki, and these were both solid at Douzo. I was tempted to try the kushiyaki but the prices were a little steep.

This place was packed on a Friday evening, so I definitely recommend making a reservation before stopping by. It's been awhile since I tried a sushi place in Boston, so I was excited about getting an opportunity to try Duozo. This restaurant is really nice, well decorated, and feels high scale. The servers and wait staff are very kind and accommodating, and even made sure to ask if we have any food allergies before placing our orders. The menu itself is huge and perfect for someone that doesn't know what they want - they include pictures of every menu item, which definitely helps the process. I ordered a lychee-tini cocktail to start, which was very pricey (especially given the size) but tasty. My table also ordered the tempura soft shell crab, which I had never heard of before, but was very glad we tried it because it was incredible! The tempura was super fresh and the batter was perfectly crispy, yet soft. For main dishes, I tried their Mt. Fuji special roll and Chefs special sushi. The Mt. Fuji roll was insanely stacked with fresh fish and other delicious toppings - it was really difficult to eat given the size, but if you don't mind a bit of a mess I'd recommend it! The chefs selection of sushi was also great if you want to try a bit of everything. There was a variety of simple dishes and more complex pieces of sushi that I've never tried before. We only didn't like one piece of sushi.. not sure what fish it was, but it was almost impossible to bite through. Still, we really enjoyed our experience here and although it is very pricey, it's worth it for the overall quality of food and atmosphere.

I just ate here with one of my friends who is celiac. The restaurant accommodated her perfectly, and informed her of what could be adjusted to fit her dietary restrictions. Our server was so nice, constantly checking in on us, and making sure our experience was pleasant. I ordered a roll with shrimp tempura, and it may have been the best sushi I have ever eaten! The appetizers were just as good! I would definitely recommend this to anyone who is looking for a nice meal in Boston!

I came here a few years for a business lunch and recently returned when I was shopping in the area with my whole family. This is definitely more of an adult place and even date night quality. Still, the staff was extremely polite to us and we were able to hold it together with some young kids. We came mostly because we were looking for a healthy option. The sushi was excellent! We also ordered noodle soup bowls - very large and also nice quality. Great service and great food. Literally a short walk across the street from the Copley place mall entrance by back bay station.

No, no, no. The sushi served here is either legitimately bad or simply passable, so I don't understand the glowing reviews of this place. We got the Tasty and Crazy rolls, mackerel sashimi, Yellowtail Usuzukuri, steamed gyoza, and Miso yaki. Only the Miso yaki and Yellowtail Usuzukuri were good - everything else lacked flavor, was poorly assembled, cold, and soggy. The gyoza was soggy/chewy and cold, the mackerel was the driest fish I've ever eaten and it seemed like it had been frozen and thawed multiple times, and both rolls were falling apart with huge, messy pieces. You can find better food almost anywhere... do not bother going here. They have a bunch of accolades hanging in the entryway from 2010, but I'm guessing things have changed dramatically since then.

That was great sushi in the heart of Boston. I made a reservation on Opentable, not knowing how crowded it might be. We arrived and were seated promptly. Got a nice cold Sapporo in a cold mug. We ordered some sashito peppers that were quite tasty. We also ordered sashimi and rolls and everything was fresh and flavorful. Definitely coming back if I'm in Boston again.

I went in during lunch time, there were many people! The food are very fresh. The XO Toro is a bit pricy but it looks cool and it tastes really goood!! I also love the salmon tartare. The Uni lobster tail is nice, the lobster tail tastes like the one from Cali. The sauce for oysters is very fruits. The waiters were polite and nice. Will definitely revisit again!

Great location, very close to Copley. Wonderful sushi spot with some unique offerings...XO Toro (basically on fire at your table), octopus ceviche, tuna tataki are all awesome. Also offer some unique appetizers and rolls worth a visit.

Happened upon Douzo for a family holiday lunch. Overall, we enjoyed it, the service was great, nice ambience, very welcoming. But...probably you shouldn't order an old fashioned at a Japanese restaurant, because it was underwhelming, although the sake I ordered with lunch was very good. The others enjoyed their speciality cocktails. The gyoza, which we all thought were tasty, needed a dipping sauce that wasn't just soy. We ordered a plethora of maki rolls, all very good, but the waygu carpaccio was brown! A first in my experience, and pretty expensive. We were having a very nice day, or I would have returned it. We all would come back, but for the things I mentioned. Whip up a worthy dipping sauce, and don't serve brown 'raw' beef, and you're golden, Douzo.

This cozy place has amazing food and friendly service. Lots of choices on the menu- sushi, rolls, teriyaki dishes, and noodle bowls. They even have Orion beer, which is really hard to find in the USA. Upscale casual, great place for a date night or out w/ friends.