food is good but ridiculously small portions. as a couple , you'll spend well over $200 w/ a couple drinks and leave HUNGRY! big attitude is also not becoming of a place that should be grateful people are willing to pay Exorbitant prices fir just OK food! read more

On a recent trip to Nantucket island in early October, my husband and I met up with two friends, whom are year-round residents. They suggested we eat dinner at Sushi by Yoshi, and we were delighted to check the restaurant out. Because the restaurant is very small and the dining area tiny with seating close together, we had to wait about 20-30 minutes for a table. Once we got in there though, the place seemed to clear out almost all at once, until our table ended up being the only one left! That was nice, though, because we no longer felt cramped. Now, despite the small accomodations (certainly not the proprietor's fault), the service, value, quality and taste of the meals was extremely satisfying for all of us. My husband and I enjoyed some wonderful shumai and crab rangoons together and our friends snacked on a bowl of lightly salted, perfectly steamed edemame, while waiting for their sashimi and sushi platter to share. My husband & I ordered some maki shushi rolls: me a Dynamite and Spicy Tuna roll, and he the Scallop Tempura roll (on special). The crab rangoons were probably my least favorite, though. I've had better as I've ordered them in many different places, as well as making my own at home. We were all very delighted with the quality and taste of our meals. We were able to bring in two bottles of wine with us, as this small eatery is BYOB only. We really enjoyed our first dining experience here and will be sure to be back on our next visit off the mainland! read more

I just returned from a week in the Cape and out of all of the restaurants I dined in during my stay, Sushi by Yoshi was my favorite. The sushi was unbelievably fresh. I had the Salmon Nantucket Roll, the Dynamite Roll and a shrimp/avocado roll - all were delish. The spicy sauce in the Dynamite Roll was not the spicy sauce to which I am accustomed (spicy mayonaise), it was more of a tabasco sauce - different in a good way! The place is small, somewhat lacking in ambiance and it was BYOB but I was there for the fish and only the fish and the chef more than delivered. Highly recommend! read more

Let me preface this by saying this is Nantucket. If you want ambiance spend more and shuffle down to Lo-La. We did the opposite and read the reviews on Yoshi and gave it a try. Take out should be ok in town. We eat sushi maybe once or twice per month so our compass is pretty accurate. Getting to the point I will rate the dishes 1-5. 1. The place is tiny, cramped with zero ambiance. Sitting at the sushi bar is sterile. 2. Since they didn't offer Toro...I opted out of sashimi. I quick look around indicated that most were enjoying the rolls. We ate Gyoza (4) Edamame (3) spicy tuna rolls(2) but the soft shell crab and tempura shrimp rolls were indiscernible(1). They were not only served on top of each other but there were so many other ingredients you couldn't taste the crab vs the shrimp. All filler. I should have taken a picture!!! Large portions overwhelmed the presentation. 10 pieces per order is overboard! I would rather enjoy more variety...and please less rice filler. 3. This place was being run by 4 and the service suffered. The staff consisted of one Sushi chef who never made eye contact at the sushi bar; one chef working the fryer and other food ; and two waiters that were overwhelmed and unfriendly. My dead edamame shells sat for 20 minutes with other dirty dishes on the edge of the sushi bar as they walked by time after time. I finally asked for their removal. The place wasn't even that busy. I can't imagine what they encounter on a busy summer weekend. Our food did come out promptly!! 4. BYOB means BYOB. By prepared to open your own wine and chill it if necessary. I tried to write a constructive review as I feel slamming places with 1 and 2 reviews really requires a horrible experience. Given the other dining options in town I would relegate Sushi by Yoshi to take out orders only. EB read more

If you consider the other options on the island (not many), the sushi here was good enough. On the mainland, I would not pay these prices for this amount of sushi (the rolls are smaller than average and not particularly creative). We enjoyed two out of the four rolls very much. The other two rolls were OK. Service was below average and slightly awkward. The server applied a very strange seating logic. The basic premise is they only seat you at a table that fits your party, even if there are plenty of other empty tables that could be slightly more comfortable. The restaurant was empty enough that we could have gotten our table of choice (away from the bathroom but with an extra seat than we required) but were told we would need to eat quickly if we wanted to sit there. This was repeated with another party, that was crammed into a corner while there were plenty of other more spacious tables. I see that a 2016 reviewer noted the same approach to customer service, so it is not likely to change any time soon. If you're craving sushi on Nantucket, this will do, but takeout might be a less annoying option. read more

I've been here twice and both times the service was solid (polite, but not fawning - it's a busy place) and the sushi fresh and delicious. Relative to most other things on Nantucket, it's also inexpensive - there are a lot of maki roll options for the same price as a chipwich at the Juice Bar. Yes, there is often a wait, space is tight, and despite probably being the least-expensive sushi on Nantucket, it still isn't cheap. However, in the context of being a restaurant on Nantucket, it's solid and those negatives are consistent with the area. Plus, BYOB! read more

It's a shame. I have loved going to this place for many years and especially now during the summer. But I was greeted with rudeness and a lack of consideration towards the client. When asked about their hours, I was instructed that (it's up to the owner). In a normal time this wouldn't have been upsetting. But during these times, leaving the house is a very planned activity. This makes it difficult to plan when to come or not. When I brought up their hours on google (which per google terms and conditions is set by the entity who claimed the business, which is Bar Yoshi in this situation) he dismissed it and told me not to believe everything on the internet. I was coming from a genuine point of curiosity and understanding, to plan to bring my family here later in the week when they are open. Instead I was met with hostility and patronizing tones. Sad to say, but they won't be getting my business or boasting recommendation any longer. Would love to be contacted to discuss this more, happy to chat and have an understanding conversation read more

Love the New Location. Very trendy, fun with a super friendly staff. They have beer and wine and great tables outside to enjoy the beautiful Nantucket Old South Wharf. Food was great! read more

The sushi here is average, or slightly better, and on the pricey side. The BYOB aspect is a little problematic since there are only wine stores around so if you want sake or a Japanese beer -- forget it. But my main issue with the place is it never seems to have any specials (or maybe you have to sit at the counter?) Each time I go I ask, and they say 'just what's on the menu.' I'm not trying to tell the chef how to do his job: it's his place and his system. But I'd like to go somewhere where the chef has an abiding interest in providing the freshest, seasonal, local fish. There's plenty of fluke, black sea bass and striped bass around Nantucket during the summer, all of which makes great sashimi. Yet I've never seen it here...Why? read more

When I'm craving some great sushi or want to grab takeout for a quiet night at home, I head right for Sushi by Yoshi. I've never had occasion to dine in, so I can't speak much to the wait staff, but the front desk people I order from have always been super nice. I like to try new things and they're very good about making recommendations. The inside of the restaurant is small, but quaint and outside the bustle of the surrounding streets. The sushi is incredibly fresh and you can see them making it right in front of you. I would agree that it's on the pricey side, but the fish is the highest quality and prepared by an expert, so I've never complained. I think the best thing on the menu is the Dynamite roll. They should really start bottling the spicy sauce they dribble on top because its so delicious I would put it on everything. I have also enjoyed some of their other rolls and sashimi. I think it would be hard to make a wrong choice. The only non-fish dish I've had is the pan-fried noodle. Surprisingly tasty for simple noodles with vegetables! If you love sushi, be sure to stop by. read more

Mediocre sushi, incredibly overpriced. I posted a picture of the amount of sushi we got for $73. The price probably won't deter most of the clientele on Nantucket, but it's worth mentioning, considering the quality is unimpressive. read more

Bar Yoshi - This is $73 worth of sushi at Sushi by Yoshi. Not even close to being worth the money. - Sushi Bars Near Me - Nantucket, Massachusetts

Was very excited to check this place out as the island has only a couple options for sushi. Online it says it's BYOB so my guy and I brought a nice bottle of sake with us. We were seated immediately as there was no one there other than one table with a family. We asked for a couple of small sake glasses and our server obliged happily. After placing our order (we tend to order a lot), cracking open the bottle and drinking a decent amount, another server approached our table and told us that they do not allow BYOB. We told him that online it says that the restaurant is BYOB and he replied that the restaurant had stopped the BYOB a while ago despite the fact that online it says it's allowed. He asked us that we stop drinking and perhaps order something from them instead. I thought this was peculiar and distasteful as our original server had seen us bring the sake and brought us glasses knowing they were for our own bottle. After the second server confronted us, the staff became rude and curt. Our original server was no longer smiley even though she had mislead us to believe BYOB was fine. We considered asking them to allow us to finish the bottle as we had ordered a considerable amount of food but decided to save it for later. The food was subpar at best and not worth the prices you pay especially with so many other great options on the island. The yellowtail was enjoyable though. Add insult to injury, our server came over and attempted to clear our table before we were done eating... will not be going back. Would not recommend this place. I would say I eat sushi in NYC at least once a week and I have never encountered such a dilemma. I would expect that with such a misunderstanding, they might have let us enjoy the sake. Thankfully, there are many great choices for dining out on the island! read more

really loved this place felt the fish was super fresh great service excellent overall experience in and out quickly can't wait to go back

Place is great. Just had lunch and it was awesome! Very friendly service. And a great location on the dock. We will definitely be returning. read more

we were really looking forward to eating here. as a party of three, we were quickly seated out side for a late lunch around 3:30. after being seated we waited approximately 10 minutes for water. though we were hydrated, we were not given the chance to even order drinks. we waited and watched our table neighbors eat their sushi as we reevaluated the overpriced menu. after waiting another twenty minutes, we left. if this were during a busy mealtime, this could be excused but it was probably the slowest the restaurant has been all day. read more

I love their sushi. I love sushi, but I would go to great lengths just to eat 1 piece of their sushi. Heck, I would move to Nantucket just to eat their sushi. read more

Delicious!!! The best sushi I've EVER had!! I got an Ocean Roll, and then ordered another because it was so yummy. Prompt service as well. I wish I lived in Nantucket because Yoshi Sushi would be my definite go-to place. read more

Absolutely the best sushi I have ever had, The service is excellent with almost no wait, the sushi is delicious and coming from England the prices are extremely good, Strongly Recommended. read more

I got the Tokyo Ramen a few nights ago. Only get it if you want bagged ramen with some frozen veggies put in a bowl for $20 plus tax.

A wonderful, intimate sushi spot where you can get delicious hand rolls, fresh sashimi, and other Japanese delectables. And a great jazz soundtrack. One of our favorites and a must visit when we come to Nantucket. Unwind and escape the lobsters and chowders for an hour or two! read more

Sushi by Yoshi has proved themselves as the hero's of sushi for operating 21 years on Nantucket island. I've been coming to this island since I've been 15 and am 31 now so my summers here have been wonderful; and the sushi I've eaten over the years have been only getting better then the years before. The atmosphere has improved as well at the sushi; plus its year round so I know where I can eat healthy on island anytime of the year! Thank you sushi by Yoshi! read more

Bar Yoshi - The new sushi by yoshi; summer/winter sleet or snow I know where Togo for sushi! - Sushi Bars Near Me - Nantucket, Massachusetts

I used to eat at Sushi by Yoshi at least 3 times a week during the summers I lived on Nantucket (1999 to 2001), so you can say I'm a fan. It's on the agenda every summer when I return to the island for my visits. Just had take-out last night to eat on the "boat back to reality" after Memorial Day Weekend. Still happy with the food and the service. A few notes: it's BYOB, and they close for a couple of hours between lunch and dinner service (so don't fall in love with the idea of going there around 3pm or you'll be sorely disappointed, as I always am when I forget this). Also: curry rice is amazing, only place I've every seen it done so well and simply (no fried katsu business!) and out of the 3 rolls we got last night, the Nantucket Salmon was the unanimous favorite. read more

Another reviews mention WOW. I honestly don't think you can get sushi any worst than what this place had to serve.The only restaurant came close is sushi cafe in Wicker Park.Restaurant close their door like 15 yrs ago.I can't start to describe how awful this place is?Biggest ripoff. 1. Miso Soup have moldy taste like left outside for weeks. 2. i can't even describe the taste of the gardens salads. 3 Nantacket ocean is just nasty.Stinking tuna,sake,YT. came warmer than the sushi rice. 4.Chicken teriyaki is closer to General Tao chicken.9 pieces of deep fired chicken nuggets with just sweet soy sauce. WTF is this nasty Sh-t for$20.00 5.Curry Chicken Katsu. Seriously did the moron ever taste any curry before? You need just 2 tea spoon/its so salty. The only way i can describe 2 chicken katsu Mc-chicken,Sadly- how any moron screw this up!. 6.White rice.is more like rice cake. We should get sushi from three star Michelin for less money.Bill $110 for one Sushi roll,one salads and 2 entrees. The Island Stop and Shop have Sushi. I think they can make the sushi fresh.You get have halfway decent sushi for a third of the price. read more

Was told this place had great sushi. Hmmm don't know where it was the day we went. $9.50 for a Calif. Roll seriously? I know its Nantucket, but c'Mon! $43 for 3 rolls and 3 glasses of water. read more

In the week I was fortunate enough to spend on Nantucket, I had sushi from here twice. Having lived in the Pacific Northwest, I was a bit skeptical about sushi being good anywhere else. I was completely and pleasantly surprised. Hence, the reason the second visit. The first time, we ordered take out. Which was fine for me because even though I am skilled at using chop sticks, I prefer to eat sushi with my hands. Whatever. So, I wasn't sure what I wanted, so my friend, who lives on the island, ordered for us. When we got back to the house, I was ready to dig in. The "Dynamite Roll" was just that, dynamite. I could drink the dynamite sauce by itself. So, so tasty. And the Caterpillar Roll, although not really sushi, was so good as well. A great compliment to the Tuna and Salmon sashimi and the Shrimp Tempura Rolls. Having a great experience the first time, we had to order from here again. The portions were generous and the prices were great in my opinion. And if I ever get back to Nantucket, I will be visiting again, for sure. read more

Sadly, After maintaining very high standards for 20 years, the chefs went to Lola and everything about the place went down hill immediately. Then the fire was the coup de gras. Unless the owner re commits to the quality the customers were used to there is no point to re opening. Great News!! Now the chefs have moved to Cafe V in Vanessa Noel Hotel on Chestnut Street and Nantucketers have good sushi again. read more

It was a Thursday. We were dead tired for bicycling. I called in to do takeout, just because I figured we would have more time to relax before we took a flight out in the morning. We showed up after they told us 45 minutes to find two disgruntled men who basically did the same thing we did but were telling us they had been waiting almost two hours for their takeout. After they got theirs, we thought maybe it was an accident and maybe they don't do that usually. Two hours later, we were furious. Don't tell us 45 minutes if it's not 45 minutes. I understand it's a busy place, but I've worked in a 5 star place for two years and I've never made someone wait two hours. read more

I've eaten here for years and I find the food delicious - particularly the "Dynamite Roll" and the Udon (?) Chicken soup. The place is very popular because the food is good - take out and eat in. And the people are great. read more

I've had Sushi in alot of locations and none seem to beat the quality of Sushi By Yoshi. I love the staff and the location. In the winter they have specials for locals to sample and in the summer it's busy but you get the same great service. I will always frequent this restaurant for my sushi needs! read more

Completely mediocre sushi. We called in an order. Showed up a few minutes early to pick it up. It was finished 10 minutes after they said it would be ready for pick up. On a busy Friday night in Nantucket, you have to cut people slack... However, the sushi itself was pretty bland. The "dynamite" sauce got dumped out of a bottle onto the sushi. There is a reason there is only one sushi restaurant on Nantucket... There are better places to order sushi. read more

We usually gets takeout once a week, sometimes lunch. I get the tuna negiri and miso soup. The staff is very friendly and the foods great.

Great take out spot. Quick service & quality product. Plenty of great options on the menu. Will be back for another great food experience on ACK. read more

Food is fine, not great but ok if you need sushi. Not friendly and not very nice to kids although they have high chairs and AC.

Not BYOB any more, so disappointed! It has a casual, relaxed atmosphere. Sushi rolls were reasonably priced for Nantucket standards, but taste & quality was just average. read more

I love this little place. It's small but it has character. We were in a rush and the waiter accomodated us well. You bring your own wine. It's so nice Nantucket finally has a Sushi place. And you can get it to go also. Very warm and fun and relaxed. read more

It was an okay sushi place. Nice but very tiny. I was not impressed or unimpressed with the sushi. It was just meh. But, overall I was disappointed with the food on Nantucket. Some of the best food I had was actually at Stubby's, which I didn't expect. It is BYOB which is nice. read more

Best Sushi on Nantucket! Prices more reasonable than the 'other' sushi restaurant. Staff is friendly and the food is delicious. I recommend the Tempura Shrimp Roll, Rainbow Roll, or the Eel with Cucumber. Open year round, obviously allow more time in the summer. Take out is better, seating is limited so eating in can be a wait, but it's BYOB. Highly recommended. read more

we didnt have a great time here and this is the second time we have dined at this little spot on nantucket. some of the food is pretty good while other items are just ok and overpriced. overall, everything is a little overpriced even for nantucket. the vibe and energy within the restaurant is a bit strange and unsettling. it feels like none of the employees are very comfortable and rightfully so-the manager was at the bar having a glass of wine and kissing some guy as our server was waiting for her to notice him to ask a question about our meal. that was a bit awkward and unprofessional! anyway, that incident was enough for us. we paid and left....probably wont be going back. read more

This sushi spot is a must!!!! I've never received such amazing service as I had at this restaurant. The staff was very attentive, above and beyond accommodating, and the sushi was delicious! Even more so, every person that worked there was so friendly and truly wanted to make sure I was taken care of. I was told about this spot from the locals and I am so happy I took their advice. This restaurant far exceeded my expectations. I will definitely be back the next time I'm in Nantucket. Highly recommend! read more

Sushi restaurant on an island renowned for seafood; pretty close to a great match. Frequented by would-be beatniks and pseudo beach bums, a bit pricey, with a nice ambiance. read more