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Whether you’re craving fresh sashimi, creative specialty rolls, or a traditional omakase experience, Victoria has something for every sushi lover. From small hidden gems to big restaurants with a full cocktail program, we’ve rounded up the best sushi spots in Victoria. Grab your chopsticks and get ready to try them out.

Nubo Japanese Tapas takes first place as the best sushi for the third year in a row. Here, you can expect Japanese dining and cuisine with an array of tapas, rolls, sashimi, and salads, along with sake, draught beers, ciders, cocktails, and wines—along with a selection of non-alcoholic beverages. Nubo is equal parts quality and craftsmanship, and a clear local favourite.

Our Pick:
Lucky strike roll

Address:
739 Pandora Ave.

In 1977, Shigeru Hirai opened the first Fujiya store in old Japantown, Vancouver. His goal is for everyone to enjoy Japanese food—whether on the go or prepared at home. After opening the first store, Fujiya expanded with a store in Richmond in 1989 and Victoria in 1991. It has taken second place in the Tasting Victoria Restaurant Awards for the second time in a row. Victorians love Fujiya to grab sushi on the go and have it at home. 

Our Pick:
Futomaki tray

Address:
3624 Shelbourne St.

Bon Sushi is a first-time nominee and winner in the Tasting Victoria Restaurant Awards, but it’s been very popular and well-known for years. The neighbourhood restaurant offers fresh seafood, generous portions, and affordable prices. The menu is varied, with sashimi, tempura, sushi rolls, bento boxes, combos for two, three, or four people, and big sushi trays. Fast, friendly service makes Bon Sushi an Oak Bay staple for both dine-in and takeout. 

Our Pick:
Lunch special bento box

Address:
1467 Hampshire Rd. 

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Any Victoria foodie will tell you, if you want the best, most consistent tuna tataki, go to Ebizo. Perfectly tender, lightly seared, and served with a ponzu sauce, you probably won’t want to share these six slices of paradise. You may even want to order extras of the miso-ginger dressed cabbage, as even the side on this dish is delectable. Have it naked, dressed in ponzu, or with bites of cabbage; this is the top way to get your tuna fix in town.

Our Pick:
Tuna tataki

Address:
604 Broughton St.

Gozen Sushi serves colourful and multi-dimensional Japanese dishes, making an exceptional, unique sushi experience. Their ingredients are high quality; the sushi rice is from Japan, and the soy sauce is homemade. Gozen Sushi is a must-try for everyone. The extensive menu has multiple Japanese vegan-friendly options, and five out of six of the sauces on the menu are vegan-friendly.

Our Pick:
Toy story roll 

Address:
1005 Langley St. 

Bring family and friends alike to this Japanese restaurant for dishes that promise freshness and flavour with every bite. The restaurant offers a variety of thoughtfully curated bento boxes, each designed to provide a balanced and satisfying meal, like the pork tenderloin box featuring tender slices of pork, accompanied by a selection of side dishes and rice.

Our Pick:
Aburi oshi

Address:
622 Fisgard St.

Chobap wasn’t nominated as it opened after the nomination phase of our awards, but it is worth sharing on this list. An eight-seater omakase restaurant on Courtney Street, offering excellent quality, fresh seafood, and a unique experience in the city.

Our Pick:
Edition omakase

Address:
610 Courtney St. 

If your favourite sushi place isn’t on this list, please send your recommendations to [email protected]. We would love to feature them in our weekly newsletter.

If you’d like to see the winners for the 17 other categories in the Tasting Victoria Best Restaurant Awards, check out the list here.