From serene counter omakase to breezy patios with creative rolls, Fort Lauderdale serves refined sushi experiences for every mood and budget. Expect attentive service, comfortable settings, and menus that please purists and cooked fish fans alike, from Las Olas to the beach.
Let’s get to it.
BKK Thai & Sushi by Cilantro
Two menus, zero compromise. BKK Thai & Sushi by Cilantro turns the classic group dilemma into a win.
Settle at the sushi bar to watch the action, or head upstairs for a table. The full bar, complete with TVs, keeps things easygoing, while the remodeled room reads fresh rather than flashy.
The menu leans generous. Think approachable specialty rolls like Volcano, Bagel, Philadelphia, and the aptly named Awesome roll, plus classic nigiri and sashimi. Thai staples round things out, and lunch brings bento and sushi combos. There is no formal omakase, so purists seeking a curated progression should set expectations accordingly.
Value lands in the sweet spot. It is mid-range, portions satisfy, and vegan and gluten-free options are clearly noted. Reservations are taken, and both takeout and delivery smooth out busy nights.
Great for casual dinners along the South Federal Highway corridor, especially with a mixed crowd that includes folks who prefer their fish cooked. If a relaxed bar seat and lots of choice sound right, this one earns a spot on the shortlist.
KAIZEN Sushi Bar & Grill
Start at the sushi bar; that is where KAIZEN shows its hand. The chefs will steer a chef’s-choice omakase if you want a guided ride, or you can build your own progression piece by piece. Either way, the focus leans clean and confident.
Toro, uni, and beautifully cut sashimi land alongside traditional nigiri, while a roster of designer rolls keeps things fun without drowning the fish. Pricing sits in the casual-to-mid range for rolls and plates, yet the omakase and sushi deluxe sets step into special-occasion territory.
Mixed group in tow? The kitchen is ready with hibachi, teriyaki, steaks, tempura, gyoza, and fried rice. Vegetarian maki and a few gluten-free accommodations help everyone settle in, and the full bar pours sake and cocktails that actually pair well.
The open counter is the sweet spot, so reservations help if that is your goal. Weekday lunch is a smart play, and takeout or delivery covers busy nights. Freshness gets real attention here, with premium shipments cycling in regularly, even if the supplier list stays behind the scenes. A short hop from downtown Fort Lauderdale, it fits both a relaxed Tuesday and a quietly celebratory Friday.
Casa Sensei
Freestyle sushi meets canal-side calm at Casa Sensei. This casual-elegant spot on the Las Olas waterfront leans fun rather than fussy, with prices that sit comfortably in the moderate zone. Date nights and groups both fit right in.
At the dedicated sushi bar, the team turns out Latin-Asian specialty rolls like Eye of the Tiger, Hamachi Katana, and Rainbow, alongside occasional Wagyu or lobster riffs. Prefer simplicity? Classic nigiri and sashimi keep the focus on tuna, salmon, yellowtail, and other standards.
Curious about omakase? Casa Sensei offers a chef’s-choice tasting with very limited sushi-bar seats; it can also be arranged at a table. Add a note to your reservation or call ahead, since this experience is intimate and books quickly.
Bringing non-sushi eaters? The broader menu covers Pad Thai, dumplings, bao, stir-fries, and seafood, with vegetarian choices in the mix. The full bar backs it up with thoughtful cocktails, a small but curated sake list, and Japanese whisky. Indoor rooms, a garden-like patio, and dockside tables add setting to the equation, so reserve for waterfront seats or omakase. Lunch and weekend brunch are available, and takeout or delivery keeps it flexible.
TAKATO
The scene-stealer is Oku by Takato, a 10-seat omakase led by Chef Taek Lee on Fort Lauderdale Beach. Expect more than fifteen courses, paced thoughtfully, with fish flown in from Japan and Korea alongside pristine Atlantic catches. Fresh wasabi grated tableside seals the fine-dining feel.
In the main room, a 26-foot sushi bar anchors the action with chefs front and center. Choose classic nigiri or venture into modern Japanese-Korean plates that keep things lively. Non-sushi eaters are covered with short rib, bulgogi, dumplings, fried rice, even lamb chops.
The vibe is upscale yet relaxed, and the beverage list is thoughtful. Sake, crafted cocktails, and vegan wines make pairing easy. Happy hour on the terrace can soften the check, while to-go sushi bento boxes sit in the premium range, often around $55.
Pricing is fine-dining, and omakase is a splurge, so plan accordingly. Reservations are wise for the main room; Oku requires booking well in advance.
Best for milestone dinners, refined date nights, or anyone who cares as much about technique as the view. If variety matters to your group, this is the rare spot where a purist can chase perfect toro while a friend tucks into Korean short rib.
KUBO Asian fusion and bar -Ft. lauderdale
Fusion with a point of view. KUBO blends Japanese technique with Filipino and Thai comforts, all inside a lively, anime-tinged room.
Order at the sushi counter or settle into a table. Prices land mid-range, with most rolls in the mid-teens and poke bowls higher, so it reads casual but still date-night friendly.
Traditionalists can keep it clean with hamachi, salmon, scallop, or a yuzu-kissed salmon belly. Craving flair? Specialty rolls, dynamite toppings, unagi, octopus, and a chef’s-choice sashimi or sushi appetizer scratch that curated itch.
It works for mixed groups. Vegan poke and veggie rolls meet ramen and cooked plates for non-raw eaters, while a full bar and a solid boba program cover drinks. Add reservations, plus takeout and delivery, and flexibility becomes the headline.
Choose KUBO for variety without fuss and prices that behave. Devotees of formal omakase might look elsewhere, but everyone else will find a fun, flexible stop in Fort Lauderdale.
Musashi Thai & Sushi
Two menus, one check. That is Musashi Thai & Sushi’s quiet superpower along North Federal Highway in Fort Lauderdale. Sushi cravings and Thai comforts under one roof.
The sushi side runs wide, from American-style specialties to clean nigiri and sashimi. Dragon, Volcano, and Lobster rolls satisfy, and the Sushi Boat for One delivers value without waste. Freshness gets steady praise, and portions run generous.
Prefer something warm? The Thai list covers pad thai, curries, and veggie-forward plates, so mixed parties stay happy. Heat levels are adjustable.
The room is small and cozy, with a few outdoor tables and a sushi bar for solo diners. Busy nights happen, so larger groups should reserve or go early. Service leans friendly neighborhood rather than fussy, and prices sit in the affordable to mid-range pocket.
Best for variety seekers and value-minded diners, not the scene-chasing crowd. Lunch combos and dependable quality make it an easy repeat.
Catch & Cut
On Las Olas Boulevard, Catch & Cut centers sushi within a polished seafood and steakhouse setting, and the catch shifts with the tide.
Head Sushi Chef Inyoman Atmaja runs a full raw bar on the main floor, and the counter seats are where the precision shows. Expect clean, balanced nigiri and bright crudos featuring Faroe Island salmon and Alaskan king crab. The lineup ranges from spicy tuna crispy rice to house rolls like the Las Olas, Sunset, and C&C, plus a low carb Keto option.
If your group spans sushi devotees and steak lovers, this menu keeps the peace. Allen Brothers beef, Maine lobster, and seasonal stone crabs round out the plate, and the two story layout adds rooftop and al fresco possibilities. The kitchen’s Joe’s Stone Crab pedigree shows. Drinks keep pace with a sommelier curated wine list and cocktails that flatter seafood.
There is no nightly omakase, yet special evenings like Sushi Summer Nights and limited seat tasting dinners bring that chef’s-choice energy. Pricing leans special occasion rather than weekday casual. Book ahead and make a night of it.
S3 (Sun Surf Sand)
Right on Fort Lauderdale Beach, S3 pairs serious sushi with a sea-breeze backdrop, and it sticks the landing.
The draw is an expansive program available at the bar or a breezy table. Pristine fish, some overnighted from Tokyo’s Toyosu Market, is handled with restraint, with akazu rice, a light brush of umai shoyu, and clean cuts. Choose the chef’s-choice omakase, or lean into signatures like the A5 Surf & Turf roll with king crab and A5 Wagyu, and the Lucky Roll with blue crab and madai.
If not everyone at the table lives on raw fish, you are still covered. S3 balances the list with steaks, local seafood, Korean fried chicken, and thoughtful vegetarian options, so mixed groups land happily. Indoor and outdoor oceanfront seating, plus sushi-bar spots, makes it easy to tailor the vibe. Reservations help at peak times.
Prices sit in casual-upscale territory, with plenty in the 20s and 30s while premium items climb. The full bar backs it up with cocktails, a solid wine list, and saké refreshers. No BYOB. For a polished beachside setting where sushi is more than an add-on, this one belongs on the short list.
Phat Boy Sushi, Kitchen & Bar – Oakland Park
Rolls with flair and ramen that eats like a meal, all without torpedoing the dinner budget. That sums up Phat Boy Sushi, Kitchen & Bar in Oakland Park.
The menu leans playful. Dragon, Volcano, and Crunchy Tuna rolls sit beside tidy sashimi plates. Seating runs from a busy sushi counter to booths, and reservations are accepted, so groups do not have to gamble on a wait. There is no omakase, the move here is à la carte.
A full liquor program keeps things lively. Sake, cocktails, and a daily happy hour with drink and small plate specials make it an easy pre-show stop or casual date night.
Mixed parties tend to do well, because non-sushi eaters can land on pork belly ramen, tempura, gyoza, or fried rice, and vegetarians get solid options. Takeout and delivery are available, handy when the couch calls.
Prices sit in the midrange, comfortably under the fine-dining tier while still feeling treated. Reviews skew positive, with occasional notes on pacing. Grabbing a reservation and settling near the sushi bar can smooth the experience. For Fort Lauderdale area sushi that favors variety and value, this spot delivers.
17th Street Thai Sushi
Along the 17th Street corridor, pristine nigiri meets steaming Thai curry without the sticker shock. 17th Street Thai Sushi leans into that balance.
The sushi bar handles the classics cleanly. Nigiri and sashimi show up in wallet-friendly sets like the Supreme Combo with tuna, salmon, hamachi, white fish, and shrimp. Signature rolls skew American, with Green Devil, 17th St, Bagel, Volcano, and Rainbow in the mix. There is no omakase here. Choosing is the point, or order a sushi boat for the table.
The room is bright and modern, with sushi-bar perches for knife watching and comfy booths for lingerers. Service is full and cordial. Lunch specials keep it affordable, often with miso or salad, and happy hour sweetens the deal. The bar pours cocktails and sake, though selections can vary.
Dietary boxes get ticked. Vegetarians, gluten-free diners, and the not-raw crowd find plenty among cooked rolls and Thai plates.
A smart pick when you want variety and predictability. Reviews trend positive, though some note occasional inconsistency, and prices stay sensible. Groups can plan ahead for a boat. Purists chasing chef’s-choice may look elsewhere, but most will leave content.
Sushi Rock Las Olas
Guitars on the wall, black lights in the corners, and a sushi bar that riffs like a favorite vinyl. Sushi Rock turns the Las Olas strip into a tiny concert for maki and nigiri, a hole-in-the-wall with personality.
On the plate, purists can settle into clean cuts of tuna, salmon, and well-prepped sashimi, while adventurers can cue up signature rolls with cheeky rock-band names. The fish reads fresh, and the kitchen balances creativity with restraint. No omakase here, just a focused à la carte lineup.
For the wallet, the price point lands in the comfortable middle, though the flashier rolls can creep higher. Sake cocktails, cold beer, and a modest wine list keep the vibe easy. Vegetarians and non-sushi diners are not sidelined thanks to tempura, dumplings, and a few cooked plates.
One caveat. Space is snug, so peak hours mean waits; a reservation helps. Takeout and delivery keep it flexible. Good for date night or a lively pre-show bite. Choose it for creativity and energy. Skip it if you want white-linen hush or a long chef’s tasting.
