7 sushi superlatives in Indianapolis, IN

We’ve got some of the best sushi and sashimi restaurants in Indy for every occasion.

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Presentation is everything with this Mori Roll at Mori Sushi.

Photo by @indy.bites

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We’ve been fishing around and Indy is swimming in sushi. From trendy menus to laid-back atmospheres, we’ve rounded up some top spots to score sushi.

Date night dining

Forty Five Degrees, 765 Mass Ave.
Forty Five Degrees is a great spot to take your date when you want to make it o-fish-al. This spot offers the hip + upscale environment that’s perfect for a date night.

Impress the foodies

Mori Sushi, 231 S. College Ave., Ste. 200
Mori Sushi has premier sushi + service. The fresh Eel Roll will have those with even the most particular of palates saying, “Oh, that’s good fish.” This spot also offers traditional Ramen and Udon noodles.

Celebrate with sushi

Ichiban Sushi Bar & Asian Cuisine, 8265 US 31
Ichiban is the perfect place to maki the moment special. This spot is City Editor Nicole’s go-to. She recommends the Pink Dragon and Caterpillar rolls.

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Pictured are the hotate and green eggs & hama maki rolls.

Photo by @forkingitupp

Keep it casual

Sushi Boss, 803 W. 10th St., Ste. B
DYK: Sushi is historically a casual finger food? Sushi Boss is a low-key sushi scene that’s great for a quick lunch break near IUPUI and some might even refer to it as the “Subway for sushi” where you can create your own rolls. Pro tip: it delivers.

Bang for your buck

Isuka Hibachi & Express Sushi, 38 E. 16th St.
Who says sushi has to be expensive? Check out Isuka’s nigiri rolls for $7 or classic rolls for $5-9.

Grocery store great

Needler’s Fresh Market, 320 N. New Jersey St.
Convenience stores + grocers are the best places to score impulse sushi. Needler’s has delicious takeaway sushi for on-the-go eaters.

Drink up

Blue Sushi Sake Grill, 2721 E. 86th St., Ste 100
An underrated element of the sushi experience? The booze. Blue Sushi Sake Grill keeps the drinks flowing with a good selection of cocktails, tea, wine + even sake flights.

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