From pristine omakase to casual rolls that keep the check in check, Southlake and nearby spots serve sushi for every mood and occasion. Whether you want a refined seat at the bar with premium sake, a quick BYOB bite, or an easy dinner that works for mixed groups and dietary needs, you will find reliable fish, fair prices, and a comfortable pace.
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Sushi Dojo
Value without compromise sets Sushi Dojo apart near Southlake. Creative rolls and sushi-grade nigiri, with many specialties under twelve dollars. Portions are generous enough to share without stretching the budget.
Expect fast casual, not a chef’s counter. Order at the register, grab a table inside or on the patio, or use the well-oiled pickup window. Food truck roots show in the speed, and staff keeps the line moving. BYOB keeps the check in check.
That speed suits a menu built for play. Sushi burritos, bao-shell tacos, loaded sushi fries, even a sushi burger, alongside tartare towers, nigiri, sashimi, and the usual classics. Plenty of cooked options and vegan picks, and the fish tastes clean for the price.
Celiac and gluten sensitive diners are covered with a dedicated menu, a separate prep area, and gluten free soy sauce. Ask for guidance at the counter, since they are used to accommodating allergies.
Best for variety seekers, families, and budget minded sushi fans. Not for omakase chasers or cocktail hunters. Walk in for a quick bite, and order ahead during peak dinner hours or for platters at gatherings around Southlake.
Nikko Southlake Restaurant
Thursday nights turn into theater at Nikko Southlake with a live carving of wild-caught tuna. Part spectacle, part seafood lesson, and a smart prelude to dinner. Arrive a little early if you want a front-row view.
Consider the daily omakase at $100 per person. Sit at the sushi bar if possible, since that is where the pacing and conversation shine. Executive Chef Sunny Ko brings 20-plus years in top kitchens, including work with Michelin-starred teams, and it shows in the balance and polish. Expect O-toro, Ora King salmon, and the occasional flourish of uni or caviar.
Prefer to mix and match? The menu ranges from classic nigiri and sashimi to contemporary rolls, including a luxe lobster roll and plates that arrive like small works of art. The bar pours Junmai Daiginjo and other premium sake, plus crisp, well-edited cocktails.
Mixed groups fare well, thanks to cooked dishes and some gluten-friendly or vegetarian options. Reservations help, especially for the tuna show or omakase seats, and a private room fits small celebrations. Lunch specials can soften the tab. Southlake diners who value ceremony, pristine fish, and a refined room will feel right at home.
Sushi Zen Japanese Bistro
Priced right without shortchanging the fish, Sushi Zen keeps Southlake and Grapevine well fed. Modern Japanese in approach, it feels like a neighborhood bistro rather than a scene. Weeknights hum with regulars.
At the sushi bar, the chalked Chef’s Specials and posted rolls set the tone; classic nigiri and sashimi run alongside playful signatures. Tuna, salmon, hamachi, uni, and ikura show up clean and fresh, while the picture menu helps indecisive diners land on something fun.
Not a raw-fish crowd in your party? The kitchen covers it with tempura, teriyaki, udon or ramen, sizzling stone bowls, and tidy bento boxes. Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-aware choices are clearly marked, so ordering stays easy.
Lunch is the smart move. Bento and occasional two-for-one nigiri promos make it friendly on the wallet, and portions satisfy without fuss. Takeout moves quickly when time is tight.
Evenings draw a crowd in the small-to-medium room, so reservations help; otherwise, opt for curbside pickup. Expect a casual-to-moderate tab, roughly 31 to 50 dollars a person, and a full bar with sake, wine, beer, and cocktails to round it out.
Volstead
The martinis come first, yet the tuna steals the scene. Volstead leans into its Prohibition roots with a moody bar and a seafood-forward menu that treats sushi as sharp, satisfying accents rather than the whole show.
Pressed Tuna Sushi arrives as a neat, modern bite, clean and silky, while the Spicy Salmon Crispy Rice brings that crackle-and-heat combo people love. The raw bar rotates with market finds, so oysters, salmon, and tuna tend to change, which keeps things interesting. There is no omakase or chef’s counter here, just composed plates served at the table or bar.
Pricing sits in the mid-to-upscale casual lane, though happy hour softens the bill with discounted cocktails and snacks, and the late-night menu keeps the vibe going. Reservations are easy online, and bar seating is comfortable if you want to linger over a martini. Bonus points for a deep spirits list and those personal liquor lockers for regulars.
Bringing a mixed crowd works beautifully. Non-sushi eaters can settle into cedar-plank wild-caught salmon, sea bass, or a steak, and vegetarians can build a satisfying spread from salads and sides.
Craving a traditional Edo-style nigiri experience, course by course? This is not that. Craving a stylish night in Southlake where cocktails share the spotlight with a few polished sushi bites? That is Volstead.
Sushi Sam
Purists and roll-adventurers actually agree here. Sushi Sam balances pristine cuts of tuna and salmon with playful specialties like the Batman, Texas, and Super Sam, each plated with the same quiet confidence.
A family-run Southlake fixture since the late 90s, it feels cozy and a touch old-school, though the sushi bar keeps things lively. Grab a seat there and watch the knife work, or settle at a table for unhurried service.
Flexibility is the hook. The à la carte format means no omakase theater, just exactly what you want: classic nigiri, sashimi samplers, and plenty for the roll-curious. Non-sushi diners are covered with tempura, fried rice, and cooked rolls like chicken teriyaki or calamari, while vegetarians get real options beyond cucumber.
Prices sit in the comfortable middle, with many rolls in the teens, so adding a sake or Japanese beer does not feel like a splurge. Freshness comes through without fanfare, and the rice is seasoned properly, which matters.
Popular with locals, it takes reservations, and that is smart on weekends. Lunch, online ordering, takeout, and delivery add convenience, but the sushi-bar seats are the sweet spot if you want the best of the experience.
Cowtown Sushi
Fresh fish without the fuss. Cowtown Sushi hits that sweet spot where purists and roll lovers can share a table.
Nigiri and sashimi are clean and well cut, with salmon and tuna routinely bright. Then come playful house rolls like Mt. Fuji, Keller, Sundance, and Paradise, with sauces used thoughtfully rather than drowning the fish. Set sushi and sashimi combinations keep decisions simple.
Value shows up at lunch with bento and combo plates. Prices sit comfortably in the moderate range, suitable for a relaxed date or a family night without sticker shock.
The dining room is intimate, and the sushi bar seats are a perk for anyone who likes to watch the pace. It draws Southlake and Keller regulars, so reservations help on busy evenings.
Non-raw eaters are covered with tempura, teriyaki, and other hot entrees, plus straightforward vegetable rolls and salads. No formal omakase or all-you-can-eat, just a broad a la carte lineup. Dine in, grab takeout, or opt for delivery. This neighborhood spot hits the mark.
Ozeki Ramen & Sushi Izakaya
Menu sprawl usually spells trouble. At Ozeki Ramen & Sushi Izakaya it reads like confidence. Set in Southlake Town Square, this spot covers sushi, ramen, and izakaya in one comfortable sweep.
The sushi list runs huge, roughly 75 rolls, plus tidy sashimi and nigiri combos. Traditionalists get clean salmon and tuna, while the adventurous can chase baked or tempura rolls and even sushi burritos. A 20+ year veteran, Chef Aden steers the program, and locals often call out fresh fish, big portions, and fair prices.
Ramen gets real attention, too. Broths simmer long and low, from tonkotsu to miso and kuro garlic, with a seafood Nagasaki in the mix. Warm up with karaage, gyoza, or takoyaki, and there are vegetarian rolls and ramen for plant-leaning diners.
Service trends attentive, the room stays casual, and sake, beer, and wine keep it easy. Reviews skew positive, though a few note uneven execution, so ask your server what is shining that day. For mixed groups that want hearty bowls alongside a full sushi playground, Ozeki is an easy yes, dine-in or takeout.
SHOGUN Sushi & Hibachi
A crowd-pleaser when the table is split between sushi loyalists and steak-and-shrimp fans. SHOGUN Sushi & Hibachi in the Southlake area leans into variety and a bit of theater, which is exactly the point.
Choose a hibachi grill table for sizzle, flying shrimp, and a chef who keeps it lively. Prefer calm? Ask for a regular table or the sushi bar.
The menu runs wide, with American-style specialty rolls next to classic nigiri and sashimi. Think spicy tuna and a Monster Lobster Roll, plus easy sushi combos. No omakase, just à la carte flexibility and reliably fresh seafood.
Value shows at lunch, when hibachi combos hover in the high teens. Dinner stays mid-range, and the bar covers sake, cocktails, beer, and a sweet plum wine.
Great for birthdays and mixed-age groups, with vegetarian plates and plenty for non-sushi diners. Service can ebb on packed nights, so reservations help. Choose it for easygoing fun and breadth over a hushed, purist temple.
JAL Japanese Express
Budget-friendly sushi that still eats fresh is the hook at JAL Japanese Express. Think fresh rolls and tidy nigiri that do not rattle the budget.
It runs on a fast-casual rhythm: order at the counter, pay, then grab a seat in a modest dining room in North Richland Hills, just a short hop from Southlake. The vibe is easy, more weeknight stop than white-tablecloth scene.
The menu sprawls in a good way, with specialty rolls like a Las Vegas roll, classic nigiri and sashimi, plus poke bowls, udon, and hibachi plates. There are cooked options for cautious eaters and vegetarian-friendly choices, and dessert can mean mochi or a playful tempura cheesecake.
Prices help the case. Hibachi platters land around 13 to 14 dollars, and the Love Boat family set tops out near 60 for a shareable spread of rolls and sashimi.
Skip it if you want a hushed omakase moment; that is not the model here. Choose it for casual meetups, mixed sushi-and-hibachi groups, or an easy takeout night, since delivery partners are active. Beer, wine, and sake were in the works, so check current permits if that matters.
Hush Sushi, Kitchen & Bar
The splurge-to-sensible spectrum is alive and well at Hush Sushi, Kitchen & Bar, a quick hop from Southlake in Keller. It feels polished without being stiff, the kind of room that works for birthdays and date nights alike.
Serious sushi fans lean into the private, chef-driven omakase, a high-touch experience reported at roughly 200 to 300 dollars per person. Fish is flown in weekly from Japan, Korea, and Spain, so bluefin, hamachi, kanpachi, seasonal sashimi, and even wagyu nigiri show real depth.
Prefer options? The regular menu balances clean-cut nigiri with signature rolls, plus hot plates, udon, tempura, and vegetarian-friendly picks, which keeps non-raw eaters happy. There is a big dining room and a lively sushi bar, and Friday and Saturday often require a reservation.
The bar is a draw on its own with an expansive sake and Japanese whisky list and crafted cocktails. Watch for HUSH HOUR, Sunday bottle discounts, and lunch specials if you value a gentler bill. Takeout and delivery add flexibility, too. Go when you want upscale fish without downtown fuss.
Little Lilly Sushi Too
The menu reads like a passport: Hawaiian bigeye tuna, Hokkaido scallops, New Zealand king salmon. That transparency builds confidence, and the fish delivers.
Little Lilly Sushi Too brings the Fort Worth favorite’s polished-but-relaxed style to Keller, just up the road from Southlake. The room offers a sushi counter along with tables, so purists can watch the knives fly while groups linger. Classic nigiri and sashimi anchor the menu, balanced with playful signatures like Devil’s Breath and Hamachi Zest.
No ceremonial omakase here, yet the chef’s-choice Nigiri or Sashimi Samplers, plus rotating specials, scratch the same itch. Specials sometimes bring bluefin otoro or California uni. Expect mid-range to moderately upscale pricing, most nigiri pieces run $9 to $18, rolls $10 to $22, with chirashi and premium cuts topping out in the $40s. It reads approachable, with space to splurge.
Mixed company is easy, thanks to a 48-hour tonkotsu ramen here, plus tempura and vegetarian rolls for non-sushi nights. Sake, wine, and beer cover the drinks list. It is not BYOB.
For weekday lunch, the bento sets are the value play, complete with miso, salad, and a half roll. On weekends, calling ahead helps if the counter is your happy place.
