Best Sushi in Ottawa
This list covers sushi and Japanese restaurants in Ottawa, based on Google ratings and reviews as of October 2026. It includes a mix of sushi bars, ramen shops, and izakayas. Most places are in the moderate price range, with a few inexpensive options and one expensive restaurant. Neighbourhoods like Byward Market, Parliament Hill, Nepean, and Centretown appear frequently.
For example, Sansotei Ramen has a 4.6 from 1,605 reviews and Sushi Fresh has a 4.7 from 760 reviews. This shows a consistently high standard across the city. The list focuses on places currently open and with at least 150 reviews to ensure reliability. It reflects what local reviewers mention most about their meals and experiences, such as specific dishes, service, and dietary options.
| # | Name | Area | Rating | Reviews | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gyubee Japanese Grill (Merivale) | Nepean | ★★★★★ 4.9 | 9,120 | $$ |
| 2 | Sushi Fresh | Byward Market - Parliament Hill | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 760 | $$ |
| 3 | Sansotei Ramen | Nepean | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 1,605 | $$ |
| 4 | Kuidaore | Little Italy | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 1,440 | $$ |
| 5 | J:unique kitchen | Centretown | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 966 | $$ |
| 6 | Sushi-ro | Ottawa | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 421 | $ |
| 7 | Shinka Sushi Bar | Industrial Park | ★★★★★ 4.5 | 1,382 | $$ |
| 8 | Ottawa Delivery Sushi | South Keys - Heron Gate - Greenboro West | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 472 | $$ |
| 9 | Sapporo Sushi Ottawa | Carlingwood - McKellar Park - Laurentien View | ★★★★★ 4.5 | 1,266 | $$ |
| 10 | Haru Izakaya | District des Promenades | ★★★★★ 4.5 | 767 | $$$ |
| 11 | Sushi 29 | Gloucester | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 206 | $ |
| 12 | SUNRICE SUSHI | Byward Market - Parliament Hill | ★★★★★ 4.5 | 472 | $ |
| 13 | Burrito Sensei | Centretown | ★★★★★ 4.5 | 446 | $$ |
| 14 | Rice & Roll | Byward Market - Parliament Hill | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 232 | $ |
| 15 | Sushi Taxi - Gatineau | District du Versant | ★★★★★ 4.5 | 361 | $ |
| 16 | MHK Sushi | Westboro | ★★★★★ 4.5 | 308 | $$ |
| 17 | Tokyo Crispy | Nepean | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 176 | $ |
| 18 | Sushi Zone & Ramen Stop | Byward Market - Parliament Hill | ★★★★★ 4.5 | 288 | $ |
| 19 | Hanabi Japanese Cuisine | Centretown | ★★★★☆ 4.4 | 805 | $$ |
| 20 | Kiko Sushi Bar | Little Italy | ★★★★☆ 4.4 | 644 | $$ |
Gyubee Japanese Grill (Merivale)
This moderate-priced spot is known for its all you can eat format. Reviewers often mention the miso marinated steak, mango, and crème brûlée. It is open daily for lunch and dinner, closing at 23:00 on weekends.
Opening hours
- Sun 11:30-22:30
- Mon 11:30-22:30
- Tue 11:30-22:30
- Wed 11:30-22:30
- Thu 11:30-22:30
- Fri 11:30-23:00
- Sat 11:30-23:00
Sushi Fresh
Sushi Fresh in the Byward Market area has a 4.7 rating from 760 reviews. It is a moderate-priced sushi restaurant open for lunch and dinner until 20:00. Reviewers often mention the gluten free menu, fresh sashimi, and specific rolls like the volcano tuna roll.
Opening hours
- Mon 11:00-20:00
- Tue 11:00-20:00
- Wed 11:00-20:00
- Thu 11:00-20:00
- Fri 11:00-20:00
- Sat 11:00-20:00
Sansotei Ramen
Sansotei Ramen in Nepean has a 4.6 rating from over 1,600 reviews. This moderate-priced Japanese restaurant is praised for its broth and tonkotsu ramen. It is open daily, with hours extending to 22:00 on weekends. Reviewers also mention the fried chicken and thick noodles.
Opening hours
- Sun 11:30-22:00
- Mon 11:30-21:00
- Tue 11:30-21:00
- Wed 11:30-21:00
- Thu 11:30-21:00
- Fri 11:30-22:00
- Sat 11:30-22:00
Kuidaore
Kuidaore in Little Italy has a 4.6 rating from 1,440 reviews. It is a moderate-priced restaurant with an anime theme. Reviewers often mention the takoyaki, tonkotsu ramen, and fried ice cream. It is open from 12:00 to 21:00, but closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.
Opening hours
- Sun 12:00-21:00
- Wed 12:00-21:00
- Thu 12:00-21:00
- Fri 12:00-21:00
- Sat 12:00-21:00
J:unique kitchen
J:unique kitchen in Centretown has a 4.6 rating from 966 reviews. This moderate-priced spot is noted for its sushi presentation and special rolls. It opens for dinner at 17:00 most days, and at 16:30 on weekends. Reviewers often mention the big boss roll and ramen combo.
Opening hours
- Sun 16:30-21:00
- Tue 17:00-21:00
- Wed 17:00-21:00
- Thu 17:00-21:00
- Fri 16:30-21:00
- Sat 16:30-21:00
Sushi-ro
Sushi-ro in Ottawa has a 4.7 rating from 421 reviews. It is an inexpensive sushi restaurant open daily from 11:30 or 12:00. Reviewers often mention the bento box, spicy salmon roll, and quiet atmosphere. The listing notes it has limited seating.
Opening hours
- Sun 12:00-21:00
- Mon 11:30-21:00
- Tue 11:30-21:00
- Wed 11:30-21:00
- Thu 11:30-21:00
- Fri 11:30-21:00
- Sat 11:30-21:00
Shinka Sushi Bar
This moderate-priced spot is known for its vegan options and fish quality. It is open daily for lunch and dinner. Reviewers also mention the industrial location and bar seating.
Opening hours
- Sun 11:30-21:00
- Mon 11:30-21:00
- Tue 11:30-21:00
- Wed 11:30-21:00
- Thu 11:30-21:00
- Fri 11:30-22:00
- Sat 11:30-22:00
Ottawa Delivery Sushi
Ottawa Delivery Sushi in South Keys has a 4.6 rating from 472 reviews. This moderate-priced restaurant focuses on delivery and takeout. Reviewers often mention large orders, the spicy combo, and online ordering. Its hours vary, opening at 15:00 on Sundays.
Opening hours
- Sun 15:00-20:00
- Wed 11:00-20:00
- Thu 11:00-20:00
- Fri 11:00-20:00
- Sat 12:00-20:00
Sapporo Sushi Ottawa
It is moderate-priced and has split hours, closing between lunch and dinner service. Reviewers often mention the Tempura Appetizer, spicy salmon roll, and Love Platter.
Opening hours
- Sun 11:00-15:00, 17:00-21:00
- Tue 11:00-15:00, 17:00-21:00
- Wed 11:00-15:00, 17:00-21:00
- Thu 11:00-15:00, 17:00-21:00
- Fri 11:00-15:00, 17:00-21:00
- Sat 11:00-15:00, 17:00-21:00
Haru Izakaya
Haru Izakaya in District des Promenades has a 4.5 rating from 767 reviews. It is the only expensive restaurant on this list. Reviewers often mention the presentation, tapas, and sushi pizza. It opens at 16:00 for dinner, with later closing on Fridays and Saturdays.
Opening hours
- Sun 16:00-20:30
- Tue 16:00-20:30
- Wed 16:00-20:30
- Thu 16:00-21:00
- Fri 16:00-21:30
- Sat 16:00-21:30
Sushi 29
This inexpensive Japanese restaurant is noted for online ordering and takeout. Reviewers often mention maki, sushi pizza, and mango salad. It is open for lunch and dinner, but closed on Mondays.
Opening hours
- Sun 16:30-20:00
- Tue 12:00-20:00
- Wed 12:00-20:00
- Thu 12:00-20:00
- Fri 12:00-20:00
- Sat 12:00-20:00
SUNRICE SUSHI
SUNRICE SUSHI in the Byward Market area has a 4.5 rating from 472 reviews. It is an inexpensive spot with outdoor and rooftop seating. Reviewers often mention poke bowls, free dragon eye rolls, and shrimp tempura. It is open daily, except Tuesdays.
Opening hours
- Sun 11:00-21:30
- Mon 11:00-21:30
- Wed 11:00-21:30
- Thu 11:00-22:00
- Fri 11:00-22:00
- Sat 11:00-22:00
Burrito Sensei
Burrito Sensei in Centretown has a 4.5 rating from 446 reviews. This moderate-priced restaurant specializes in sushi burritos and poke bowls. It has split lunch and dinner hours on some days. Reviewers often mention the salmon poke bowl and takoyaki.
Opening hours
- Sun 17:00-21:00
- Tue 17:00-21:00
- Wed 11:30-14:00, 17:00-21:00
- Thu 11:30-14:00, 17:00-21:00
- Fri 11:30-14:00, 17:00-22:30
- Sat 17:00-22:30
Rice & Roll
Rice & Roll in the Byward Market area has a 4.6 rating from 232 reviews. This inexpensive spot is open for lunch on weekdays only. Reviewers often mention poke bowls, bibimbap, and the cozy atmosphere. It closes at 18:00.
Opening hours
- Mon 11:00-18:00
- Tue 11:00-18:00
- Wed 11:00-18:00
- Thu 11:00-18:00
- Fri 11:00-18:00
Sushi Taxi - Gatineau
Sushi Taxi in Gatineau's District du Versant has a 4.5 rating from 361 reviews. It is an inexpensive sushi restaurant open daily from 11:00 to 21:00. Reviewers often mention fresh sushi, poke bowls, and online ordering.
Opening hours
- Sun 11:00-21:00
- Mon 11:00-21:00
- Tue 11:00-21:00
- Wed 11:00-21:00
- Thu 11:00-21:00
- Fri 11:00-21:00
- Sat 11:00-21:00
MHK Sushi
MHK Sushi in Westboro has a 4.5 rating from 308 reviews. This moderate-priced, women-owned spot is noted for portion sizes. Reviewers often mention the pokebowl, chicken katsudon, and westboro roll. It opens at 11:30 most days, but at 16:00 on Sundays.
Opening hours
- Sun 16:00-21:00
- Tue 11:30-21:00
- Wed 11:30-21:00
- Thu 11:30-21:00
- Fri 11:30-21:00
- Sat 11:30-21:00
Tokyo Crispy
Tokyo Crispy in Nepean has a 4.6 rating from 176 reviews. This inexpensive Japanese restaurant is known for katsu and crispy chicken. It is open daily from 11:30 to 21:00, but closed on Tuesdays. Reviewers also mention the wait time and takoyaki.
Opening hours
- Sun 11:30-21:00
- Mon 11:30-21:00
- Wed 11:30-21:00
- Thu 11:30-21:00
- Fri 11:30-21:00
- Sat 11:30-21:00
Sushi Zone & Ramen Stop
Sushi Zone & Ramen Stop in the Byward Market area has a 4.5 rating from 288 reviews. This inexpensive spot is known for hand pulled noodles and poke bowls. It is open daily from 11:00 to 18:00. Reviewers often mention the friendly owners and pork ramen.
Opening hours
- Sun 11:00-18:00
- Mon 11:00-18:00
- Tue 11:00-18:00
- Wed 11:00-18:00
- Thu 11:00-18:00
- Fri 11:00-18:00
- Sat 11:00-18:00
Hanabi Japanese Cuisine
Hanabi Japanese Cuisine in Centretown has a 4.4 rating from 805 reviews. This moderate-priced restaurant is open for lunch and dinner. Reviewers often mention the bento box, shrimp tempura, and spicy salmon roll. It closes at 20:30 on Sundays.
Opening hours
- Sun 12:30-20:30
- Tue 11:30-21:00
- Wed 11:30-21:00
- Thu 11:30-21:00
- Fri 11:30-22:00
- Sat 11:30-22:00
Kiko Sushi Bar
Kiko Sushi Bar in Little Italy has a 4.4 rating from 644 reviews. This moderate-priced spot has a patio and offers all you can eat. Reviewers often mention the wait time, fresh sushi, and vegetarian options. It has split lunch and dinner hours on Thursdays and Fridays.
Opening hours
- Sun 16:30-21:30
- Tue 16:30-21:30
- Wed 16:30-21:30
- Thu 11:30-14:00, 16:30-21:30
- Fri 11:30-14:00, 16:30-21:30
- Sat 16:30-21:30
Tips before you go
- Check hours before you go, as many places are closed one or two days a week, like Kuidaore on Mondays and Tuesdays.
- Several places, including Sapporo Sushi and Burrito Sensei, have split hours with a break between lunch and dinner service.
- If you need delivery or takeout, many spots offer it; Ottawa Delivery Sushi and Sushi Taxi highlight online ordering.
- For specific diets, seek out places reviewers mention for vegan options (Shinka Sushi Bar) or gluten free menus (Sushi Fresh).
- Consider reservations for popular dinner times, especially at places with notable cocktail service or limited seating.
How we made this list
This list was created using Google ratings and review counts as of October 22, 2026. A weighted rating calculation was applied so that places with very few reviews do not rank artificially high. Only restaurants with at least 150 reviews were considered. The list includes only places that were open at the time of research, based on their listed hours. This method ensures the recommendations are both popular and currently accessible.
Questions about sushi restaurants in Ottawa
Which restaurant has the highest rating?
It is a moderate-priced, all you can eat Japanese grill. Reviewers often mention the miso marinated steak, mango, and crème brûlée. It is open daily for lunch and dinner.
Are there any good inexpensive sushi options?
Yes, several restaurants are listed as inexpensive. Their ratings range from 4.5 to 4.7. They are found in various neighbourhoods across Ottawa and Gatineau.
Which places are best for dietary restrictions?
Sushi Fresh is noted by reviewers for its gluten free menu. Shinka Sushi Bar and Kiko Sushi Bar are mentioned for vegan and vegetarian options. Many places offer healthy menu items, as indicated by their features. It is always best to confirm with the restaurant directly.
Do any restaurants offer all you can eat?
Yes, Gyubee Japanese Grill and Kiko Sushi Bar are specifically mentioned by reviewers for all you can eat. Ottawa Delivery Sushi also lists all you can eat in its reviewer topics. These are in Nepean, Little Italy, and South Keys, respectively. Gyubee has the highest rating of these options.
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