The service was great we had a very kind waitress and no conflict! The food was amazing and I cant wait to come back!! The environment was very relaxing with a calm low light. read more

Bamboo Sushi - Blackberry Smash - Sushi Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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I'm amazed to say this may be the best sushi I've ever experienced and that's saying a lot, considering I've enjoyed sushi in places from South Africa to South Australia (still saving Japan for the future!). Momoko is a wonderful server, attentive, professional, and graceful in every interaction. The décor adds a playful charm without being distracting, creating a fun atmosphere to savor such high-quality food. My usual order * Uni * Ikura * Amaebi (sweet shrimp head fried, tail raw) I usually request no sauce but forgot this time. Even so, the sauce offered a soft, vibrant complement to the raw tail, though I ended up taking most of it off. Shredded daikon also pictured, a staple. Tried this visit * Crispy Rice Tuna I always like to try one item unique to each restaurant, and this was it. The rice was perfectly crisp on the outside yet still fluffy inside, topped with a generous portion of seasoned tuna. The sauce was more of a whisper, subtle and fun, allowing the textures and balance to shine through. If you're in Portland, treat yourself! I know I'll be coming back! read more

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I had a great experience at Bamboo Sushi celebrating my son's birthday. All of the staff were welcoming and very nice. The restaurant is decorated beautifully, the music was great, and the service was pretty good. We tried several items from the menu. My favorites were the Octopus Poke (Although I felt there should have been more Octopus. There were maybe four small pieces). The flavors in the poke were spot on. I also enjoyed the Green Machine with Salmon. Our server said it's a favorite among guests and now I know why. The flavors go together so well. I almost ordered a second. I also loved the Unicorn. Service was slow at times, however, the server offered us Edamame on the house to make up for the wait. I asked our server to take pictures of us and she was more than happy to. They also celebrated my son's birthday with a desert and lit candle. Our time at Bamboo Sushi leaves us with fond memories. Parking wasn't difficult around the time we arrived, however, it looked to be a bit more challenging when we left. read more

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I'm a huge fan of bamboo! This was my first time at this location, and I really liked how there was more seating available compared to other locations, and I liked the interior design with the natural elements. The service was great! Servers were attentive & provided a generous amount of ginger compared to other Bamboo locations. However, I was a bit disappointed by the green machine. This is my go to order, and I felt like the tempura was overcooked, which made the green machine taste a bit drier than usual despite the sauce. Additionally, the avocado crispy rice was a bit too salty at some bites and the rice was a bit dry. Overall, I enjoyed my experience dining at Bamboo. The forbidden fruit (cocktail) was refreshing. My friend ordered the viewpoint but the pisco was overpowering! read more

Bamboo Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Stopped by again when I came back to Portland for work and got the Garden of Eden and Rivers & Streams roll to share with a coworker (two rolls plus an appetizer was more than enough for us!) The balance of flavors is really well done and you can tell the ingredients are super fresh. Highly recommend sticking with their signature rolls, they're signature for a reason! For apps we got the sunomono and the brussel sprouts which were good but not great. Not sure I'd order the sunomono again, I prefer a much more savory cucumber salad and this one was on the sweeter side. Don't think they added any soy sauce which was a miss for me. Overall a pretty good spot considering prices and portion sizes. Will say service was a bit slow this time around even though there were only a few parties in the restaurant. read more

Bamboo Sushi - Garden Of Eden - Sushi Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Premium and delicious sushi with relaxing and ambient decor. Great for a nice dinner date if you have some money to spend! The sushi is delicious and well portioned we most likely could have had one more roll but we decided on dessert instead this evening which was phenomenal. I didn't realize this place had different locations but this one is beautiful especially in the location it's in. The sushi has a distinct flavor and tastes fresh, whereas the dessert we received was bold and rich in flavor and settled all the food we had for the evening. Of course the service was amicable, they delivered it with a smile and I don't have much more to say about that. All in all a great place to enjoy a delicious meal read more

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Bamboo truly has my heart when it comes to sushi in Portland! But it's been unfortunate that the last 3x we have been to this location it hasn't been a great experience.. the first time our last sushi roll didn't come out for over 30 minutes after we finished all of our food. The server felt really bad & ended up taking that off the bill. Then the next time we came there which was December 2025, where our food took over 30 minutes to come out & the server then also gave us a discount. Then this past weekend it happened again. It's a very weird coincidence that we have had not the best service the last three times we've been here in a row. This weekend, our server, which was great, was mortified by how long the food took to come out. We did the Portland Dining Month dinner & it didn't come out in the order that it was supposed to which was fine. They thought the gave us the first course but they didn't. It took over 30 minutes to get food. Multiple parties that came in after us had finished all their food, paid & left.. Again, they do try to make up for it by giving a little discount & our server gave us edamame. It sucks because this is the closest location to us, but somehow getting bad service 3x in a row didn't sit well with us. I'm sure it's not intentional but it's odd. Food is still delicious but 1.5 hours here is too long waiting around for sushi to get to us. Even the dessert took forever after we were finally done. Our server had to stand by the kitchen window to make sure they hurry & get it done. Anyways, we do greatly appreciate them trying to make up for it. read more

Bamboo Sushi - Friday the 13th & The Unicorn - Sushi Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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The green machine. You have to try it, you just have to. There is only street parking but plenty of it. There's tons of cute little shops around to check out while you wait for your table. I highly recommended making reservations. The size of the restaurant is deceiving because there's a whole lot of space past where the eyes can see. We had a big dinner and lots of food was ordered. The big hit was the Green Machine and the Rivers and Streams. Honestly some of the best sushi I've ever had. The waitstaff was amazing. This is my new sushi spot! read more

Been to all the locations and this spot is Bamboo best: ~In the heart of the Alberta arts district. Very relaxing to sit outdoor on the sidewalk on a sunny afternoon. ~Modern inside izakaya decor, always lively with energy. ~Sushi rice consistently perfect here. The best service each time here. They are just happy here. read more

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I admit I slacked off on this one as I visited this restaurant in August 2025 when I was in Portland. I even forgot to add a check-in for this restaurant. I am a bad Yelper. Other than that, this Bamboo Sushi restaurant was a nice place to have a good sushi dinner. This restaurant (and many others) was conveniently located a few blocks from where I was staying so I was able to walk there. It is a small interior but there is seating on the sidewalk for outdoor dining. My friend and I were directed to seating along the front window. It is a nice spot to people watch and have nice conversation. Our server was excellent and professional. We ordered the edamame, the tune, sea bream, scallop sashimi, cucumber sunomomo and the spicy tuna crispy rice. Everything was very good and both of us enjoyed the meal. read more

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This Bamboo location is elite. They have the freshest rolls and the best tasting ones. The amount of green sauce they add is perfect! The wait time is usually pretty quick. We finessed this table during a packed out night and sat for literally only 30min total. read more

Bamboo Sushi - Sunset, Green Machine - Sushi Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Some good some bad. It's a bit more fusion-y than other sushi spots which some people like, but I usually prefer more traditional. They have lots of carpaccio type appetizers with sauces that have a long list of ingredients. I tried one and the sauce was pretty tasty and interesting but tastes like maybe they don't use the best sashimi cuts since mostly you taste the sauce. The roll choice is very limited - only about 5 rolls. I liked one ok, the big island I think. The green machine is a simple but tasty vegetarian roll. Their selection of sushi is ok - there are many that are missing from the traditional sushi choices as they only pick sustainably farmed fish, which is nice and all but that means no fatty tuna or good salmon (local, sustainable salmon just doesn't taste good to me, sorry). And also means a bit higher on price tag for sushi/sashimi. For non-sushi fans, they don't have really any teriyaki/bentos or yakisoba but they have wagyu burgers oddly. We tried these and they were good, but couldn't taste anything wagyu about it. At $18, it's a reasonable price for a quality thick patty burger but it was plain, only cheese w/ a few pickle slices on the side which maybe they do to highlight the "wagyuness" but I still think a slice of lettuce tomato and raw onion would have made it better. But anyway most ppl probly don't come for the burgers so in short I'd say it was tasty but pricey. If you're about rolls and traditional nigiri/sashimi then I'd probly go with one of the other couple sushi spots on Alberta, but if you like a bit more fusiony/fancy you might like it here. read more

This is definitely my least favorite bamboo location, for some reason it always smells bad every time I try to go and the staff is standoffish / rude. I have actually left more times than I have dinned in at this location due to the smell or the staff energy. The 23rd location is much better overall! read more

Had a very nice time here tonight. I've never been to the Alberta location, so here goes. First impressions, okay, but, we did have a reservation (4pm on a weekday...), asked if we could change tables due to the glare outside, and not rude or anything, but, just set an odd tone, aka, there's nobody in here, and wasn't for more than an hour, let's not make it seem like you're looking for a table--especially for two. Ordered a HH wine, took what felt like forever. But then, great service after. The folks here were so nice, and after we settled in and ordered a round of food, awesome! We got a few drinks a piece (just us two). The tofu vodka cocktail...interesting, but not great, just something you don't see all the time. Glad we tied it. Other than that, either classic or just wine. Drink prices are good for HH. Food, we got veggie tempura, which is a crazy portion, but kinda missed the crunch and flavor I'm used to, but good, the sauce, no flavor at all and we ended up lemon and soy adding at the table. Spicy miso soup, and wow, the chili oil added a lot, and the dashi was salty, bold and right sweetness. Nice! Tuna crunchy rice, amazing quality, but lacked salt or another item to round it out. Nigiri, Ikura, Kanpachi (sorry if I botched that), and scallop were incredible and the rice, which is the main dish here--each grain is sweet, vinegar and separate, from the other grains, which is (besides the "topping"), the most critical part. Wow! Bonus! They were trying out a roll for Valentine's Day with the staff looked like, and they came by and gave a whole portion to us for FREE! Nice touch! Pro move on their part. Will be back again, as far as prices go, it's Bamboo, so no real deals here, just good food, that you know where it comes from, and be willing to pay a fair price for it--that doesn't break the bank. The two of us were fat and happy (and a little buzzed), for a price we felt good about. Not bad for very quality Japanese! Oh, and I almost forgot, on the nigiri, it's real wasabi, not the paste that's mostly horseradish! read more

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Not much parking as it is on a Main Street. We were able to hop out to go get our pick up order and park on the side to wait. Their online system was having issues so apparently didn't send the order. When I showed them the email they got the 2 roles and app ready in 10 min which is pretty good. $44 for 2 rolls and a sashimi - hit the Sushi craving. Didn't seat in to eat but vibes felt nice and had outdoor seating as well. read more

Bamboo Sushi - Coho sushi sunset role and another I don't remember! Delicious - Sushi Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

My favorite sushi place for many years, especially as someone who avoids seafood. The vegetarian options are great. Also, they have delicious crafted cocktails, and draft beers. Great service and atmosphere. read more

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We made a reservation for five to celebrate a birthday, and it ended up being a really disappointing night. We were seated in a corner and basically ignored for most of the meal. It even seemed like our original server left because someone new took over halfway through. No one checked on us -- we had to flag people down just to order. The tofu dish was completely overcooked and inedible. The sushi didn't look or taste fresh, was served at room temperature, and just wasn't appetizing. We didn't even finish it. We spent almost $400, which made the whole experience even more frustrating. What happened to Bamboo Sushi? This used to be a place known for quality and sustainability, but this location completely missed the mark. It was our first visit here, and unfortunately, it'll be our last. There are so many great sushi spots in this city -- I'd recommend trying one of those instead. read more

Today is my birthday and my sweet partner took me out to dinner here. The past 2 weeks have been difficult on us, and even more so in past 3 days. In order for a proper birthday celebration, we decided to split 3 appetizers amongst our respective sushi roll meals. The food came promptly along with fantastic service. As we began to indulge in the courses, our moods switched from exhausted woe to an energized happiness. This food was so delicious, we perked up through the fog and relished in a deserved moment of joy. They also gave us a free brownie that was perfectly moist and dense, topped with vanilla icecream, accompanied by berries. For free! Because of m birthday. 5 stars! read more

Bamboo Sushi - Spicy tuna - Sushi Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

What they do well - they do amazing, and their weak spots are still average - so a solid 4/5. My favorites: - spicy salmon crispy rice (I could've eaten 4 plates) - king salmon nigiri Weak spots: - the cocktails: shishito sour 2/5 Service was a bit rough BUT they were very understaffed and our server did her best and I totally understood. They definitely have higher prices than I would want BUT I appreciate how eco conscious they are. All in all would come back, but may try a few other spots to help me appreciate this one ;) read more

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The green machine continues to be one of the best rolls around- my favorite is to add salmon on top. The Alberta location is fast, friendly, and walkable to nearby shops (and salt and straw for dessert). I've been here 7 years now and bamboo will continue to be a staple in our ongoing sushi rotation. read more

Super let down! We got a sitter for a date night and made a 7:15pm reservation. Got there right on time and was told our table wasn't ready yet. We ended up waiting over 30 minutes for our reserved table! No updates from the host until we asked. Then we were sat in the corner of the sushi bar staring at Tupperware. It was so lame. They comped an appetizer for the long wait which was nice. But honestly, the food was a disappointment. Worst seaweed salad I've ever had. The calamari was half fried oranges. And I ordered a glass of wine that never came. It was such a bummer to have to extend the sitter because it took so long to be seated and then have the food be just ehhh read more

I love all of the bamboo locations, but this one is my favorite because of the staff! Haley, Anna, Matt and Dan are the best of the best

Such an amazing experience at Bamboo Sushi Alberta! My sister had a reservation here for her birthday dinner and it was such a pleasant time. The servers were very quick and got our drinks and food to the table in a timely manner. We ordered m edamame, chicken karaage, and shrimp tempura roll for food. We got the ume blossom and kindred spirit for drinks! Everything was very tasteful. The chicken karaage is yummy with the sauce that they serve it with and is a good alternative to other options that are not seafood. The shrimp tempura roll was a hit, I loved it with the spicy sriracha sauce! The restaurant itself had Japanese feng shui vibe to it. I highly recommend this restaurant to everyone! read more

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Great atmosphere! Fast & friendly customer service. The cauliflower tempura was off the chain super yummy was even better than I imagine would come here again definitely. read more

Bamboo Sushi - Spicy edamame - Sushi Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Do NOT order for carry out or on a delivery app. As much as I love Bamboo sushi they shouldn't be offering these services if they aren't able to fulfill the orders. This is the fourth night we've spent waiting over an hour longer than the estimated time (at 2 different locations). There is not clear communication from the restaurant only repeated "it will be ready soon". I think we've finally learned our lesson and will not be trying again. Please fix this Bamboo! read more

Pretty sure this is the best salmon sashimi I ever had and I've traveled. I'm high maintenance.

Amazingly fresh, as well as creative. I ordered the delicious spicy edamame and the Green Machine paired with a mocktail. Service was fast and super tasty. will dine here again read more

Bamboo Sushi - Spicy edamame, Green machine, flower power - Sushi Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

I love you Bamboo and would love you even more if I could afford to come here more often. Great food and drinks!

Always delicious!! Came to celebrate my birthday and was very satisfied. The Hand Roll Trio was sooo good. read more

Bamboo Sushi - Hand Roll Trio - Sushi Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Love this place! Super friendly and efficient. Big Island roll is perfection. I've heard that it's consistent at other locations and I hope it is because I want to try them all! Cute decor. read more

I took a fat edible and devoured 2 garden of Eden's. Best thing of my entire life. Workers are straight chillers too I like coming here

Outstanding sushi and sashimi. Fresh and delicious. Nice selection of cocktails and craft beers. Pleasant and attentive service. Very nice ambiance. Highly recommend. The happy hour specials (both food and drink) are great values. read more

Bamboo Sushi - Zig Zag - Sushi Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Best sushi in the area. The fact that 95% of there menu is gluten free is amazing. I never get to eat whatever I want I usually only have a few options on a menu. I will keep coming back. read more

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Went to Bamboo with a friend since we were craving sushi and had a reservation for 5 PM on a Sunday. I LOVE crispy rice and was delighted to learn that they have four different types! Tuna, albacore, salmon, and avocado. I got the albacore and was initially told I'd receive 5 pieces but delighted that I received 6! The rice was the perfect amount of crunch and crisp and the albacore was very flavorful. I also ordered the ume shiso roll because ume is my favorite and I always like trying it at different sushi restaurants. This was probably the freshest ume shiso roll I've had! The cucumber added some crunch and I wish I had take a photo before I gobbled. My friend ordered the salmon carpaccio, amaebi, and spicy salmon uramaki roll. I ordered the ginger citrus NA drink and she had the ume blossom. Service is also FAST. I swear after we ordered it only took five minutes for my crispy rice to pop up. We finished eating everything in 30 minutes! Vibes are wonderful, very chill, music in the background but not loud to the point you can't have conversation. It's another great restaurant on Alberta along the row of all the other fantastic restaurants so definitely check it out! read more

Bamboo Sushi - Albacore crispy rice - Sushi Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Crazy, different and delicious. We tried lots of things on this menu and enjoyed all of them. Hoki Poke and Green Machine were our fav's. Good service and lively atmosphere. read more

Bamboo Sushi - Great spot! - Sushi Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

We visited in 2018 while traveling from Utah because a friend suggested Bamboo Sushi. We fell IN LOVE. The green machine roll was the best food we had ever eaten. We ended up moving to the area in 2021, with the Portland food scene being a huge reason for the move. We have ordered Bamboo Sushi almost weekly since living here. Nothing tops it! Fav food items: Green Machine (plain, no fish is best!) Cauliflower Tempura, Veggie Tempura, Little Island Roll. Their Ube and Dewdrop cocktails are also amazing! Service and Ambiance is also always a win! A+ read more

The green machine is the best (not pictured) and the kaleidoscope cocktail was fabulous!! We also got the rainbow and it was ok too! The spicy fried rice was to die for!! The service was TOP NOTCH! Cute little place right on Alberta st! read more

Bamboo Sushi - Spicy seaweed fried rice - Sushi Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Wanted to get over here because of the rave reviews! Wasn't able to get a reservation same day but the wait was 30ish minutes which wasn't bad! We walked across the street and grabbed a drink while we waited. We ordered a few rolls (rainbow, friday the 13th), handrolls (spicy tuna & shrimp tempura), nigiri pieces (hamachi & salmon), and the spicy edamame. Everything was good, I wouldn't say it blew me away but it was tasty. The price seemed expensive but that's probably because they sustainability source their fish, which i thought was cool! read more

Lovely ambience. Attentive, friendly service! Fresh and high quality sushi! The happy hour menu is great- recommend the poke bowl! read more

Bamboo Sushi - Happy menu is - Sushi Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

A really lovely place, salmon sashimi was fresh and flavorful, all rolls are recommended. Good selection of wines and the beer is cold. A great date spot or business meeting but either way you'll get really good sushi. read more