The motto here should be "Nashville's best kept sushi secret." It seems most people have never heard of Samurai, which is difficult to believe given the quality of food served here. Nevertheless, thanks to their oversight, you can always find a table in this little eatery. The sushi is very good, served in traditional and not-so-traditional varieties. A nod to Nashville is the Nashville Roll, which blends crab and smoked salmon with avocado. Those who don't like sushi will appreciate the chicken and beef teriyaki selections.
Wild Wasabi is a sushi joint located at Cummins Station. The place is very popular among the downtown locals who are fans of Oriental cuisine. The restaurant is quite clean, spacious and furnished with comfortable seating spaces. Their menu is vast and accommodates a plethora of options for you to choose from. Various rolls, veggie sushi and salads form the menu. The also have lunch buffets which are ideal if you are visiting them for lunch with family or larger groups. The place is not pricey but the way the food is presented makes it look like an upscale restaurant.
Sonobana Japanese Restaurant offers some of the most delicious sushi and Japanese cuisine in all of Nashville. The flavors are authentic, and the restaurant is lauded by Japanese nationals as the best in town. The sushi options are plentiful and popular, and the tempura entrées are simply delicious. The menu is designed with pictures of each dish to help the uneducated yet adventurous diner. The décor is primarily designed around Western-style seating, but Sonobana also has two tatami mat rooms with Japanese-style floor seating situated around a low table. The sushi is very affordable, and many guests come just for the sushi bar.
O-Ku
O-Ku's menu provides a fresh and innovative take on traditional Japanese sushi and cuisine. Located in the Germantown neighborhood of Nashville, the restaurant offers rare and unique dining options with traditional sashimi and specialty rolls, highlighting seafood from the finest fish markets in Tokyo and Hawaii alongside local and seasonal ingredients. Reminiscent of traditional Japanese culture, O-Ku's menu is comprised of signature starters, contemporary Japanese entrees and seasonal traditional sushi that reflect the uniquely designed space.
Located in the lively Gulch entertainment district, Sunda offers a vibrant Southeast Asian dining experience, blending the flavors of Japan, China, the Philippines, Thailand, and beyond. We elevate culturally significant dishes using high-quality ingredients and modern techniques. Our beverage program includes signature handcrafted cocktails, a robust sake and wine selection, and Asian whiskies and beers. Join us for happy hour Monday-Friday from 5-6pm featuring $6 bar bites, handrolls, and beer, $9 cocktails and wine, and $10 sake. Looking for a unique experience? Join us for a hands-on sushi rolling class on the first Saturday of every month! Our venue hosts private events for occasions from corporate outings to rehearsal dinners, and we also offer catering services.
