Sushi Friend

The level of hospitality is incredible! What truly set this place apart was the care and concern they showed for our safety. While we were dining, a suspicious person began pacing around the area. The staff immediately took notice, kept a close eye on the situation, and discreetly called the police to ensure everything remained safe. One of them even stayed nearby, visibly ready to step in if needed. He also offered to personally walk a take out order to a customer’s car so that they could remain safe. You don’t expect that kind of protective attention when you’re just grabbing dinner. t really showed how much they care about their guests. And then there’s the sushi! OMG absolutely incredible. Every piece was fresh, beautifully prepared, and delicious. You can tell they take serious pride in the quality of their food. This place is more than just a great sushi restaurant, it’s a business run by people who genuinely care. We felt safe, welcome, and well-fed. Can’t recommend them enough!

This little gem of a place is legit. We went for the first time over the weekend. We were not really sure what to expect but we were pleasantly surprised. Do yourself a favor and look at the menu online before you get there, once you enter place your order at a kiosk. If you’re not familiar with all the bowls, rolls, sashimi, and Nigiri, it can be kind of confusing. Once you place your order go to the dining room and wait for your name to be called or they may bring it out to you. There are utensils, napkins, chopsticks, a water dispenser for your water. They also have a selection of Japanese beer sake, green tea, and a cooler which after you pay for it, you just help yourself. Everything is self Service but the sushi and sashimi is so fresh and delicious. The young man who I presumed is the owner is very helpful and pleasant to deal with. They have an app you can order from for pick up orders. Highly recommend the Toromigo roll it was sooo good! There is parking in the back of the building as the parking in the front is limited. Can’t wait to go back! 😋

This was hands down the BEST sushi we’ve ever had! I could make everything gluten free, the people were extremely helpful and friendly, we did get a seat inside and the sushi… omg just to die for! Can’t wait to go back

We stopped by Sushi Friend for lunch, and I’m so glad we did. From start to finish, it was an awesome experience. We were feeling adventurous and decided to try a variety of rolls, and honestly, every single one was incredibly fresh and full of flavor. You could tell the sushi rice was perfectly cooked and that the chefs really know what they’re doing. The sushi chefs were super friendly and even helped us pick out our last couple of rolls, which made the whole experience even better. We ended up trying their seared salmon roll, the Kiro roll, AZ roll, poke roll, and one of their basic rolls. They were all delicious, but the poke roll was definitely my favorite it had such a great balance of texture and flavor. The atmosphere was relaxed, the service was helpful, and the food came out beautifully prepared. If you’re looking for a sushi spot that gets it right on all levels, I strongly recommend Sushi Friend. I’ll definitely be coming back!

This is best sushi I've had since Kaisen. No hot food, no weird gimmicks. It's walk up to the counter, place your order, and wait patiently. Parking is a little wonky. Don't block the driveways. Atmosphere is awesome. There's some noise baffles that are interesting to look at. I did note that the back wall and bathroom area bounce sound out into the dining. Regardless. This is worth a trip

This place keeps popping up on my radar, but I hadn't had the chance to get in. Well, today was the day. We got 3 rolls and some sashimi. All was very good. I actually really appreciate the no frills approach of the restaurant. I like a spot that just does what you came there for. Produce spectacular food. I don't need to eat it off of art with someone asking me every couple of minutes if I need something. There is a place and time for that, but it's very refreshing to eat at a place that feels like you are stopping by your relative's house to drop something off and you get hooked up with something tasty but you don't have to sit around and chit chat all day. Real laid back and to the point.

The sushi was fresh and tasty. Got the Chef’s Plate. Loved the seared salmon roll, the rainbow roll and the tuna serrano roll. Nigiri was great. Ambiance was casual and bright which was perfect for us to randomly stop by. Miso soup, seaweed and cucumbers were perfect sides. But the lasting impression was the friendliness of the server (owner?) and his great attitude. Cool guy and looking forward to coming back many more times.

Had lunch today and the Sushi was amazing! Friendly service and great playlist of old school R&B, very clean facility and positive vibes!! Highly recommend. Will be bringing my hubby and friends!

Hi it's Sarah and I found a :-) sign outside lying on the floor I thought someone threw it or the wind threw it away and I went in and I gave it to person and they were nice and let me grab a soda I don't know if they felt bad for me but I think it was a 5 star experience!

Sushi is delicious and reasonably priced. More casual than a typical sushi place. We always take our friends here

I'm a sushi snob and not because I know anything about fish but because I refuse to eat fish that smells like a lake? Usually it needs to be an $$$$ restaurant for me to eat fish.. but it's got good reviews and a lot of stars..I told my husband if it's not good we are stopping by Mickey d's. First of all - service is amazing. I was able to order my rolls my way. The food is delicious - I ate both of my rolls to my surprise. We will definitely be back.

Food 9/10 Service 12/10 Ambiance 8/10 Super chill spot. Super fresh fish, they could expand their menu a bit more. Super friendly service. A bit pricey for the place/ambiance, but the quality of the fish is worth it.

We went big and went home and honestly felt like it's just okay. Maybe it was the high expectations being rated as the best and the long wait, which is fine if the food had lived up to the hype. Definitely solid quality and good ratios of rice to fish but if it's going to be the best then I would need to see more attention going into the ingredients like they do in Japan where rice, soy sauce, and wasabi are the star and high quality fish is a given

all hits, no misses. luckily came by around 5pm when it wasn't busy yet. the staff was really nice and helpful knowing it was our first time here. got 4 rolls (fire dragon, seared salmon, kiro and scallop dyno) and all of them were super tasty. I couldn't pick a favorite. We upgraded to the "real wasabi" and it was worth it. super fresh. R&B throwbacks were playing. it was a vibe. My cousin also ordered us a bottle of sake, japanese soda, and some sashimi which was good too. I left very full :)

ASU visit Tradition- Go to Sushi Friend! We're back in town for ASU move-in, and of course, we had to revisit this amazing spot. Once again, the boss was on top of everything so friendly, helpful, professional, and clearly dedicated to keeping things running smoothly. His crew of six was hard at work, putting out roll after roll with care and precision. This has officially become our sushi place every time we visit from NYC/CT. Flashback 5 Months Ago: Admittedly, I almost didn't give this place a chance. We're from NYC, and I was hesitant to try raw fish in the desert I mean, how fresh could it be? From the outside, it looked more like a bodega than a sushi restaurant, and the yellow paint didn't exactly scream "hidden gem." But I decided to check it out anyway while my family waited in the car and I'm SO glad I did. Inside, it's clean and a bit industrial, with two sections: a dining room and a self-serve ordering area using iPads. The system is efficient, and what really stood out was the owner personally checking in with customers at the iPads, offering suggestions, helping with the ordering process, and making everyone feel at ease. His attentiveness makes a big difference and shows how much he cares about the customer experience. And the sushi? Absolutely delicious. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and came out quickly. The staff was warm and welcoming then, just as they are now. Whether you're local or just visiting ASU, this place is a gem, and we'll be back every time we're in town! By the way, the cloudy Sake is dessert in a glass! Try it. We had take-out so we skipped, not next time, and I'm making the owner have a few shots with us.

Sushi friend is definitely one of my favorite sushi spots in Phoenix right now. Everything tastes so delicious. It's extremely fresh and they have some really fun flavors and combinations and they're constantly adding some new stuff. It's definitely a go to spot for me. I will say I've never dined in. I always take it to go and it's always promptly ready and on time and exactly what I ordered.

Good value. Limited menu with fresh fish & fresh wasabi available. The owner is engaged & very nice. Also, the ube cheesecake was waaay yummy. Very casual atmosphere.

Delicious and quick service! A lot bigger on the inside than expected, from the outside it looks small and quaint. Very cute vibes and love the yellow throughout. The staff are very kind and helpful and suggested some rolls based on our interests. You order on a tablet and then they bring your food to your table. Two of us split 2 rolls and it was the perfect amount. We did the combo special roll and it was about $35. We ordered the Seared Salmon Roll and Scallop Dyno Roll, both were so good I couldn't pick a favorite! Great little place for some sushi!

The best in the valley and that is NO SURPRISE! The owner Kevin has had quite the journey, serving his fan favorite sushi at a business cafe and now expanding to this hot spot! I'm so lucky to have met and tried his food before, my husband and I couldn't wait to visit at his location, and Kevin should be so proud of what he's accomplished ! Sushi friend, it's in the name, feel good place with feel great sushi! The flavors are incredible, the sushi is fresh and the service is amazing. We were checked on so many times and they were so grateful for us to come in! - We went with Toro box (duh) - pretty much melts in your mouth! - Fire Dragon & Aguachile Roll - both were perfection! However the aguachile roll, one of the best rolls we've ever had! What a fun spin on sushi with Mexican flavors! The jicama was also just a nice texture add and treat! - we were surprised by a friend to try the ube cheesecake and I will gladly say - best cheesecake and ube dish I've ever had! I literally want to order a whole one to have every week! It was amazing! Go to your fav new local spot - sushi friend!

If you came here from tik tok to cross reference, yes it is that good and you should 100% get some!!! The fish quality was great and the rolls were so flavorful. The couple platters we pre-ordered for pick up were amazing and up to par, love it!!!

Had a very long day and decided to treat myself to sushi friend. Ive heard so many amazing things about this place and wanted to check it out. The fish is really good quality! I placed the order for pick up and it was ready to go really quickly. It was easy to find parking in the front and the person who handed me my order was really nice. There's some seating options inside so I think ill dine in next time. Also want to try the Ube desserts next time as well. But would definitely come back for the good quality fish!

Truly authentic and delicious sushi. When you walk in you order online (in the restaurant) and wait for them to make the sushi fresh. Lots of seating in a clean and friendly space. The miso soup is ridiculously good! My sushi was absolutely amazing.

It's all love from us! My wife and I just got back and are absolutely stuffed full. It was SO delicious we couldn't contain ourselves and nommed our salmon rolls in around 5 mins! Apologies if we looked odd. Our visit was spur-of-the-moment; nearly missed it on our drive-up Central from Northern. It's a little tucked-away - parking at the front and more round the back. Lovely clean entrance, chefs working hard, big bright self-serve screen with many delicious of nom to select (we had the salmon roll and the SpIcY salmon roll) and a Mexican cola, and a bunch of people in the eat-in section in the next room talking, laughing and enjoying their food! The service was SO quick, I sincerely thought we had someone else's order! Serioualy, every single ingredient was mouth-wateringly fresh, the wasabi was sabi-licious and the thinly sliced ginger could've been a drink for all I knew. Impressively top work. Glad we got to visit. Thank you for the hospitality and deliciousness.

We enjoyed two specialty sushi platters to take home . The family started ordering sushi from the owner during Covid that he made out of his home . Both platters were filled with unique well " crafted " unique combinations i would highly recommend . My son who loves sushi wife ordered him a sushi birthday cake , unique & enjoyable ( earlier date ) which must be ordered 24 hours in advance . ( another time) There were 4/5 chefs on Friday at 5 pm preparing the food in the open kitchen. Adjacent was a large dinning area . Highly recommended, high quality , satisfying ,clean & healthy . Learned after dinner Sushi Friend is a top sushi spot on Yelp in Phoenix . The north central avenue area seemed becoming more upscale. ( note no parking issues at all 5pm Friday afternoon 2-2025 )

This place was proper nice! Very clean and fresh fish! The service was excellent and the owner was very polite and friendly made us feel very welcomed, will definitely be returning to this place

friend from out of town wanted to try this place and it did not disappoint! we were unsure of what to order so we got the mixed roll platter to try a bit of everything. Will say..us three girls ate down on the platter, there were sm rolls we were all so stuffed. The rice to sushi ratio was perfect and I thoroughly enjoyed each bite! The sushi didn't have a fishy taste to it at all and tasted very clean and smooth. I think my favorite roll was the seared salmon roll and the fire dragon roll! Service is great and I feel so bad but me and my friends accidentally stayed 30min over closing time blabbing, so nice of them to let us girls talk haha. There is a few parking spots in the front but they have a lot of parking in the back of the restaurant!

I've heard about Sushi Friend making it onto a top sushi list on Yelp, so I was excited to finally try it! I ordered online for pickup on my way home from work, and the process was super smooth--my order was ready and packed up as soon as I arrived, making for a quick and easy experience. The sushi itself was incredibly fresh, and I was pleasantly surprised by how good the rice was--something that's often overlooked but makes a big difference. I got the Toro, and while my first impression made me question it, the flavor ended up being amazing. Overall, great quality sushi and a seamless pickup process. I'll definitely be back!

amazing sushi for a good price! the 4 special roll platter was $65 and we placed an order for pick-up 2 hours in advance. the fish quality is spectacular and the rolls were the perfect ratio of every ingredient! we especially loved the spicy yellowtail roll. i would definitely come back, for a special occasion. ended up being ~$80 with fees and tip, so not the cheapest, but you get what you are paying for. we were stuffed after the 4 rolls and i don't think i could have eaten more than that... was definitely struggling on the last couple of pieces. the location is uptown, which is kind of nice, away from the hustle and bustle of downtown phoenix, and so much parking in the back. i had no idea there was a seating area, but i will definitely be coming back to try it out! loved this place, definitely lives up to the expectations.

Any person I can call a Sushi Friend is a good friend indeed! Met with said sushi friend for lunch. I got here a little after opening and nearly all of the limited front parking spots were taken but there is parking in the back as well. The shop is pretty small and has a well organized tablet ordering system. It was easy to find what we wanted and to pay. While one half of the shop is devoted to making your meal and ordering area, the other half has a fair amount of seating for the space they have. I had the sashimi bowl. It didn't take too long to make and it looked absolutely incredible. It was served in a paper bowl and had a selection of what looked like snapper, salmon and tuna sashimi with a generous dollop of wasabi, pickled ginger, avocado, surumi, shredded daikon and tamago. You have your choice of rice, salad or halfsies for your bottom layer. I opted for the half rice half salad combo. The rice was warm, rice vinegar infused, and perfectly cooked. The sashimi was very fresh as were all the other ingredients. I saw that they offer real wasabi too! Very cool. I will have to try it with one of my meals one day. I was very intrigued by the sushi cake they offer here. Might have to get one for my next trip around the sun celebration ;)

I sat in phoenix wondering how the best sushi I have ever had was here. I live on the east coast and just was monumentally confused and mad because this literally be a weekly visit if I lived close by. We got three rolls and the phenomenal tuna set. I will dream about it constantly until I can return to arizona(wtf). Anyhow go here and literally nothing is bad.

I'm little late to the Sushi Friend party. Having wanted to go for a while, I'm so glad I finally made the effort on a Friday for lunch. We had a couple of rolls (Rainbow, because duh, Sunnyslope, and Spicy Tuna), salmon nigiri, and added the fresh Wasabi (a must). Fish came out quickly despite there being an early lunch push. I can't say enough about how deliciously fresh the fish is and how perfect the portion sizes are. Seating area can get a little noisy and parking can be bit snug. Especially when there is a table full of high schoolers there on early release Friday lol. But if that's what stops you from trying this epic spot, you don't deserve to enjoy what this gem has to offer. You belong at Ra. Can't wait to get back. Food, service, ambiance-- all perfect.

The Gram told me to go here on my next visit to AZ, so I did! Prob the BEST sushi in the valley, no lie. We had the aguachile, which was so refreshing, and the grilled salmon. Totally hit the spot. The staff was so kind and their suggestions were spot on.

Sushi friend is not so friendly. Sushi 4/5 Service 1/5 Price 3/5 order a platter seems to be the better deal. Went a hour before close place was pretty busy. They do close early in my opinion 7 is early. You order at a iPad so look at the menu before because there is not a lot of room in the entrance so a line will form fast. Very small location you can see the guys making the food. No service was not friendly seemed very bro vibe they need some female energy in there for front of house yo great people answer questions. Any questions I had they ( which were can't I get some chop sticks because they were out at the self service counter) seemed bothered to answer. Everything is very non customer service friendly so what am I tipping for ? I got no human service. This place use to be take out only and they seem to still run that way. The sit down area is small but gets the job done. They need someone to help clean tables. The price doesn't match the vibe. Ok to the food. The sushi was fresh, great quality. DO NOT get the miso soup. It was served in a paper cup and just had broth nothing else in it not even green onions. Very bland. When they brought out food no smile not explanation of anything just gave us the food and left. Seaweed salad was dry not sure how you make a dry seaweed salad but they did. Cucumber salad was good. For the price a little customer service goes a long way. I would suggest getting it to go. Sushi was good not the best ever but good.

I've been wanting to try this place forever and it did not disappoint. Decided to splurge and split a toro box with my friend along with a spicy yellowtail hand roll and scallop hand roll. The toro box came with 4 sashimi pieces, 4 nigiri, 6 maki, ginger, and fresh wasabi. The hand rolls were good, but the toro won it all - it was so fresh you couldn't believe you were in the desert. You can't miss the yellow building and there is a small dining room area, but we had decided to get it for take out (placing your order online is recommended). Definitely would come back!

Kevin and the staff at sushi friend are a gem. The sushi is fresh tasty and the sashimi melts in your mouth. What a treat and what a delight. They have various fish from tuna bellies, eels, salmon you name it. No frills simply good food.

Service was amazing. Lot of personality. We ordered the yuzu roll, the serrano tuna, the unagi roll, and seared salmon roll and let me say, this is worth the drive and worth the money. Top two sushi i have had in the valley and top five sushi i have had in the US. Ambiance is chill. Quick service with a quality menu

Don't sleep on a sushi spot in Sunnyslope! I will drive a distance for fantastic sushi & this is it. Spicy crab roll to go. Not decorated like your typical sushi house but modernly cute and casual, whether dining in or take out. Order at a kiosk, watch & wait till they call your order or bring to your table. It's not going out of your way if you know you will be happily satisfied. Can't wait to go back!

Fresh fish is the highlight at this cute, no-frills counter-service sushi spot. The owner and staff were friendly and efficient, making for a smooth takeout experience. While I took my food to go, the space itself is bright, clean, and inviting, with a few tables and bar seating available if you want to eat in.

A-MAZING love the platter ideas. Four rolls for $65. Easy self service and cute inside

Hands down some of the best sushi I've had! Whether it's classic rolls or something more creative, everything is perfectly balanced and beautifully presented. The to-go packaging is super clean and thoughtful too. If you're looking for amazing sushi in AZ, you need to try this place.

There is salmon in the salmon roll. There is no dragon in the dragon roll. Service was sassy. I liked it.

Soooo a few of my friends had told me about this place and I took awhile to give it a try. The perfect reason for a visit came up a few days ago and my friend and I decided to go. Parking is fine in the back lots of room in the gravel parking lot. Upon entering we were greeted nicely from the staff in the kitchen area with instructions on how to use the iPad for ordering, etc. They have a great lineup of sushi and sides as well as drinks. We got a few beers ordered some sushi and sides of miso soup and seaweed salad. The room next to kitchen area has like eight tables and we grabbed one by the window. The space is nice and chill. The sushi was awesome! In fact it all was perfect.

A completely different sushi experience! It's fun & fast paced. The inside is quite tiny but functional. When you first walk in you will be happily greeted by the sushi chefs. As you keep walking in, steer right straight up to the 2 ordering kiosks where you will decide what to order & drink then pay. We sat at the bar area which was quite entertaining watching all the magic being performed by the sushi chefs. There's a lot of pick up orders going on as well so there's a ton of traffic in this tiny establishment. With this is mind, you know your sushi will be fresh! After paying & seating yourself, you'll get your drinks from the fridge, utensils & napkins. When our order was up, we dug right in! The quality of the sushi was top notch!! Although it didn't look like there was a lot of food, we were full with our order. I loved how clean, efficient & happy this place is-the quality of the food makes it extra! 10/10

Went here for lunch with my husband and in-laws and had an amazing time. I've had Sushi Friend on my list for some time and finally knocked it out. The food was incredible and absolutely delicious. Everything in here is sleek and modern. The staff was SO kind. Definitely a cute spot worth visiting and putting in our rotation. Can't wait to be back.

Ambiance is intimate. It is a small sitting restaurant with 4 2-person tables and small bar area. Super cute and the smell in there is divine because it is small. Love that sushi smell! The sushi is very good! Amazing quality. We order to go and it's always delicious!

Okay, I had no clue that I hadn't reviewed Sushi Friend yet! We stumbled upon this little place a few years back when they didn't have any tables yet, so we sat at the bar and were served by the single chef (and owner?) who seemed to be primarily running an amazing takeout business for the surrounding neighborhood. We returned a few months ago, and now Sushi Friend has a little more in-store presence with a few small tables. I have no doubt they could fill a full restaurant if they wanted to expand! The sushi is always fresh, service is friendly, and I love following their Instagram and salivating over the fancy sushi they make for events and parties. My 11 month old future Yelper is a huge sushi fan, so I expect we'll be ordering her a sushi cake from Sushi Friend once it's socially acceptable!

The food is delicious! The seafood is fresh and flavorful. I had the aguachile roll and loved it. You order on a tablet which is nice because it shows pictures and descriptions of what is in the roll/bowl. The wasabi paste they use is very strong so I didn't have much of it. The service was a little slow for not being packed but not awful. The interior was simple and clean. The parking can be rough since you park in a dirt lot. Overall, I highly recommend this place and would definitely come again.

It's no surprise this sushi establishment has been part of yelps top 100 nationwide! It is always delicious, the customer service is amazing, and it was super busy... Especially for being so close to closing time. They have expanded the parking in back and expanded to add seating and a restroom. Great place!

Definitely one of the best sushi spots in AZ! Went in on Saturday afternoon and it was packed- but worth the wait. Tried the sunny slope roll, the special toro roll and a salmon and avocado hand roll, everything was delicious!

Mind-blown. Completely wild. Absolutely elite. The custom sushi cake from SushiFriend was next level--a true work of art that looked incredible and tasted even better. From the moment I saw it, I knew this wasn't just food; it was an experience. The craftsmanship? Immaculate. The way the salmon was layered like delicate petals, the sashimi rose centerpiece, and the intricate toppings of crispy seaweed, mango, and sesame seeds--every detail was stunning. It looked too beautiful to eat (but trust me, I did). The taste? Unreal. Every bite was an explosion of freshness, umami, and perfect balance--silky sashimi, creamy layers, a touch of spice, and just the right amount of crunch. It was the ultimate fusion of flavor and texture, better than anything I've ever had from a standard sushi roll. If you ever have the chance to order from SushiFriend, DO IT. 1000/10, would celebrate like this again in a heartbeat.

WOW! This Sushi is simply AMAZING..I've had the luck of traveling around the globe and this is some of the finest food around. The team is great at welcoming and creating an excellent experience. Not just the best Sushi in the Phoenix area but in the entire state of AZ...this team has taken their craft to another level. Thank you for sharing your talent and passion...

Yes it's on a Yelp list. Yes it's in a random location with a dirt parking lot. Yes you have to order on a screen then go sit down. And finally yes, it's very worth it. Sushi was great, fresh, and vibrant in a way. The staff interaction was good, but tough to rate when they just bring food over. The outside, including dirt lot, plays into the surprisingly neat and clean interior to go along with the great sushi. Fresh wasabi (not just the green horseradish paste) is always a huge plus for sushi - nice add on and well worth the premium.

Best spot hands down first place I tried once I got back from Japan and it's the closest to what I was eating in Japan the rice was identical the fish was perfection and the staff is amazing love the counter order setup they have and also the sitting at the counter and seeing them make the orders

So this space is very small but they make do. They are friendly and quick to turn our orders, they if you go during peak meal times you may have to wait. The sushi is great though, it's worth going if you haven't been, you may find a new favorite sushi spot.

First off the food is good! Huge platters with lots to love. We got a platter with 7 smaller rolls and a o toro bento box. Price is definitely there and flavor was good. Parking in the back and self seating/service. I would say this makes a great spot to get some rolls on the go or if you're looking for a quick bite. Not the best sushi or nigiri I have ever had but a solid 8/10. Would come again!

Food is fresh and fantastic. Really bare bones to eat in. Great for take out. Not inexpensive.

When they say this is some of the best sushi they are not kidding! The sushi was so fresh, quickly prepared, and tasted amazing. The menu of specialty rolls wasn't overly large, but small menu with high quality I can appreciate. They were very kind, and helpful when getting my drink. This is more a self service restaurant! Nice inside area to sit and eat your yummy sushi