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The 14 Best Sushi Restaurants Near Arlington

Updated: September 21, 2022

Hungry for fresh tuna and tasty salmon? Then these sushi spots in Arlington are for you! We reviewed the top food blogs and leading publications to find you the best sushi in Arlington. Treat yourself to an omakase experience or grab a takeout of nigiri from these featured restaurants.

Find the perfect Sushi spot

Toryumon Japanese House

Asian, $$, ArlingtonAsian, $$Arlington, Radnor-Ft Myer Heights
Google: 4.5
Yelp: 4.5

Yume Sushi

Japanese, $$, ArlingtonJapanese, $$Arlington, Arlington-East Falls
Google: 4.6
Yelp: 4.5

Sushi 2 Go

Japanese, $$, ArlingtonJapanese, $$Arlington, Ballston-Virginia Square
Google: 4.6
Yelp: 4.5

Sushi-Zen

Japanese, $$, ArlingtonJapanese, $$Arlington, Yorktown
Google: 4.6
Yelp: 4.0
  • Gayot: The Guide to the Good Life, 2022

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    Gayot: The Guide to the Good Life, 2022

Takeshi Sushi

Japanese, $$, ArlingtonJapanese, $$Arlington, Lyon Village
Google: 4.3
Yelp: 4.5

Sushi Garden

Japanese, $$, ArlingtonJapanese, $$Arlington
Google: 4.5
Yelp: 4.0

Asahi Japanese Restaurant

Asian, $$, ArlingtonAsian, $$Arlington, Clarendon-Courthouse
Google: 4.4
Yelp: 4.0

Ichiban Sushi & Ramen - Arlington

Japanese, $$, ArlingtonJapanese, $$Arlington, Fairlington-Shirlington
Google: 4.3
Yelp: 4.0

Maneki Neko Express

Japanese, $$, ArlingtonJapanese, $$Arlington, Cherrydale
Google: 4.6
Yelp: 3.5

Asia Bistro

Asian, $$, ArlingtonAsian, $$Arlington, Aurora Highlands
Google: 4.1
Yelp: 3.5

Kanpai

Japanese, $$, ArlingtonJapanese, $$Arlington, North Rosslyn
Google: 3.9
Yelp: 3.0

If you travel further

Sushi Nakazawa

Japanese, $$$$, WashingtonJapanese, $$$$Washington, Downtown
Google: 4.7
Yelp: 4.5
  • Hoodline, 2020

    Treat yourself at Washington's 3 top spots for high-end sushi

    Hoodline, 2020
  • Thrillist, 2022

    The Absolute Best Sushi Restaurants in DC

    Thrillist, 2022

Sushi Taro

Japanese, $$$$, WashingtonJapanese, $$$$Washington, Dupont Circle
Google: 4.4
Yelp: 4.0
  • Hoodline, 2019

    5 top spots for sushi in Washington

    Hoodline, 2019
  • Thrillist, 2022

    The Absolute Best Sushi Restaurants in DC

    Thrillist, 2022

O-Ku - Washington

Asian, $$, WashingtonAsian, $$Washington, Gallaudet
Google: 4.6
Yelp: 4.5
  • Hoodline, 2020

    The 4 best spots to score sushi in Washington

    Hoodline, 2020
  • Hoodline, 2019

    Splurge on Japanese fare at these top Washington restaurants

    Hoodline, 2019

Why is this list better than others?

Finding the right spot to satisfy your Sushi craving shouldn't be a full-time job. We used our boam magic powers to analyze 823905 local restaurant reviews, Google and Yelp ratings for 16302 restaurants, and 518 lists and articles from top sources like Thrillist and Hoodline. We cross-referenced with top lists, like Thrillist - The Absolute Best Sushi Restaurants in DC, Hoodline - The 4 best spots to score sushi in Washington and Hoodline - Splurge on Japanese fare at these top Washington restaurants. Every option we show has been verified as open and offering key services when we recommend it, thanks to our real-time updates. Restaurants can’t pay to show up on this list, so enjoy the best food with no agenda. The restaurants featured above represent the best of the best in Arlington Sushi.

Common questions

Sushi-Zen and Thai Select are the highest-rated vegan sushi places in Arlington.

Yume Sushi, Sushi-Zen, and Inca Social are the highest-rated sushi spots that are good for groups in Arlington.

Toryumon Japanese House, Yume Sushi, and Sushi 2 Go have outdoor seating and sushi in Arlington.

Toryumon Japanese House, Yume Sushi, and Sushi 2 Go are the highest-rated sushi spots for lunch in Arlington.

Toryumon Japanese House, Yume Sushi, and Sushi 2 Go are the highest-rated sushi spots to get a quick lunch in Arlington.

Drink pairing tips for Sushi

  • Pair Vinho Verde Rose with tempura prawn handroll

    When considering how to best enjoy your tempura prawn handroll, we would highlight how well a glass of Vinho Verde Rose complements the dish as it the carbonation will cut through heavier flavors of the batter.


  • Go for Pinot Grigio with salmon nigiri

    For an elevated experience, pair your salmon nigiri with Pinot Grigio. This combination works particularly well because this white wine doesn't overwhelm the dish.


  • A next-level match for rainbow roll

    Experts suggest pairing a rainbow roll with a glass of Gruner Veltliner, a popular white wine.


Factoids about Sushi

  • Since the 1700s

    Hanaya Yohei is widely recognized as the first person to ever make the now-famous sushi.

  • Ready for some sushi?

    Tim 'Eater X' Janusate the most sushi in the world by finishing no fewer than 141. Who’s up for breaking this record?

  • An iconic duo: green tea & sushi

    One should always compliment their food with a drink that doesn't take away from the meal. If it’s sushi you’re eating, we recommend pairing it with a green tea. The delicate, earthy flavor flavors of the green tea won’t detract from the flavors of your sushi.

Parking information

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