I've never had a bad experience, the unique second story location somehow unfuses the classic architecture of Frederick with a modern feel and an intimate vibe. The service is always excellent, this is easily some of the best sushi in Frederick, and they have a couple unique whiskeys for those who enjoy it. You can't always get in quickly on a Friday night but that's to be expected. All in all I definitely recommend. read more

We don't come to Frederick often so when we do we try to go somewhere new each time so that we can see all there is to offer! And there is so much food in the downtown area. Today we tried Lazy Fish because it was recommended by David's colleague. We got the Pork Belly appetizer, Lazy Rainbow, Lazy Shack, and the Lazy Spaghetti which was on the Specials menu when we went. Pork Belly: Although the pork itself was fatty and tender, and a bigger piece than we expected, although waaaaay too much cabbage and a little too sweet from the pineapple for my taste. Lazy Shack and Lazy Rainbow: LOVED these rolls! We were actually impressed by how fresh the fish was?? And the amount and texture of the rice was on point. Multiple tables next to us got the Lazy Rainbow so it seems like a popular one to get. We also appreciated the real crab that they used (although I may have gotten the smallest piece of shell in my Lazy Shack, but it was so good I didn't even care). Lazy Spaghetti: Basically like a massamun beef curry and spaghetti fusion. On the tad spicy side for me. Was really creamy and the sauce to spaghetti ratio was a little heavy (on the sauce side) that I wish there was more spaghetti to soak it up. Definitely would stick to the sushi here (although I'm a sucker for a sushi + hot dish combo). Would consider coming back to try some of their nigiris next time! read more

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Although this place seems tucked away, Lazy Fish was packed when we went and totally worth it. The vibe is super fun and modern, great spot for sushi and drinks. I love the colorful decor especially the cherry blossoms! The calamari was crispy with a unique dipping sauce and banana peppers, my fave!! We tried the Volcano, Baltimore, Dragon Lady, and Lazy Shack rolls -- all good, but the Dragon Lady was the best with the asparagus and smoked salmon yum. We also wanted to get the mount fuji bit it was sold out. So try to get there early! The sake was delicious too. It tasted like pear and i liked how you pour it in a tiny shot glass. Definitely a cool place to have sushi in downtown Frederick! read more

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I know, I know, I only gave it a 4, BUT we eat here all the time. This is the best sushi in Frederick by a long shot. This is probably the best sushi within a 40 minute drive. Do not write this place off over the 4. Now, the decor was redone in the last few years and I like it a lot; there's an explosion of pink "cherry blossoms" in the middle of the main dining level and the lights are always kept low. It is cozy inside, and it's always busy, so if you really want to eat here, you should make a reservation. Service is good, always friendly and attentive. The prices are pretty fair. I have paid a lot more for sushi that was a lot worse. We're pretty heavy orderers of the special rolls here, so I'm less familiar with their nigiri, entrees, or basic rolls, but some standouts that we keep coming back to are the Hello Yellow, Silly Sally, and the Keys. The fish is flavorful and fresh, if not the best I've ever encountered, and the rotating specials and appetizers are usually worth a try as well. They have never let me down. read more

Lazy Fish - Golden Dragon; Hello Yellow; Trout Roe; Sweet Potato Tempura - Sushi Bars Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

The Lazy Shack roll is a comforting, flavorful bite that hits all the right notes. Crispy shrimp tempura pairs perfectly with creamy avocado and rich crab topping, while masago adds a pop of texture and scallions keep it fresh. A light drizzle of teriyaki brings everything together with just the right touch of sweetness. Paired with plum wine, the roll feels balanced and indulgent without being heavy--a smooth, satisfying choice. read more

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The best but also creative sushi menu. A great Ambience as well. Will definitely be back!! read more

Lazy Fish - Sushi Bars Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

Food was great. Definitely get the edamane!!! Beautiful plated sushi. Not the world's friendliness staff but service was quick and definitely efficient. Fun location downtown but not a need to go back anytime soon. read more

Decor - 5/5 Service - 4/5 Food - 3/5 We ordered the hot sake, Asian Wings, Truffle Hamachi, The Keys roll, and Shrimp Tempura roll. Everything was ok, a tad heavy-handed with the sauces, nothing tasted worthy of a repeat. The truffle hamachi was cut way too thick and The Keys roll flavor combo not jiving well at all (so much so that hubs couldn't stomach it and just spit it out) read more

Lazy Fish - The Keys & Shrimp Tempura Roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

Absolutely amazing little place! Fantastic dining option hidden in an alleyway in downtown Frederick. We went to Frederick for my birthday, and a coworker who lives nearby had recommended Lazy Fish to me. She nailed that recommendation. We will start with finding this place. Yelp said it was very nearby, but I didn't spot it right away. You are looking for an awning with the logo - it's in an alley. The food options here were perfect - a little of everything you'd expect in a sushi restaurant. We had a vegetarian assortment, which had the best avocado rolls either of us had ever tasted. It was actually kind of odd how good they were. I had a roll that contained pork belly, hoisin, sriracha, pineapple, and cucumber. This was quite delectable. The pork belly was cooked perfectly and the sauces elevated the salty pork products to a new level. The pineapple and cucumber added a crunch and some sweetness to the roll, balancing the flavors well. I also had some rare tuna crusted with black pepper and sesame seeds. The tuna basically melted on my mouth. Staff were friendly and attentive. Note that this one of those places that closes for a few hours between lunch and dinner, which are almost always better places to eat...and that shows here for sure. read more

Lazy Fish - Veggie assortment - Sushi Bars Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

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The vibe and decor of this restaurant was great! We enjoyed our food and the server was friendly. I feel like the basic/simple rolls (I.e. salmon or tuna) were a bit more expensive than I'd go for but I enjoyed the creativity of the rolls I had. I do feel as if there was some flavor lacking in the creamy crab on the lazy shack roll but otherwise I'd recommend this spot! read more

Lazy Fish - Mt Fuji, Lazy Shack, and wasabi tuna nigiri (bottom) Sweet Potato Tempura Roll (middle) Vegetable sampler (top) - Sushi Bars Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

This is a decent sushi spot in Frederick. I'd say the sushi was pretty good and fresh, but not the best I've had. Somewhat limited in the rolls they have. For appetizers, we had the Calamari and the Salmon Tatare. Both were very good. For dinner, I had the Lazy Rainbow, a Salmon Avocado roll, and some Salmon rolls. All were pretty good, but nothing out of the ordinary. Our party also shared a Baltimore roll and that was ok. Someone else in our party got the Lazy Spaghetti. That was an interesting dish, especially at a sushi restaurant, that had a Thai/curry twist to it. Pretty good and pretty unique. Overall, a good meal here with decent to average sushi rolls. read more

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Ordered takeout- crunchy spicy scallop roll, salmon roll, orioles roll, and shark tank Both specialty rolls were a stand out. Especially the shark tank roll. The seared pepper tuna on top was delicious. Fish was all very fresh. I would come back here read more

Lazy Fish - Takeout - Sushi Bars Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

We went here after a recital at the Weinberg Saturday night. It was such a beautiful night overall and it wasn't just the delicious sushi (and my son got steak), but the service and kindness of the staff and I'm pretty sure the owner made it perfect. My daughter received an award that we were looking at and they wanted to see it too and we're just amazing to us. Great celebration restaurant. read more

Lazy Fish - Sushi Bars Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

I went with my wife and this place was amazing! The service was amazing and the food was very delicious! It was so open and lively and it was a true diamond in the haystack! Me and my wife would definitely come back any day any time! Highly recommend to anyone!!! read more

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I didn't expect a lot for a restaurant chain but this one can definitely be considered authentic Asian restaurant. We ordered sashimi and cooked salmon avocado sushi with a couple of local beers. It was a fast service we didn't have to wait to be seated. And the ambiance is just right for diners, perfect for a date night. read more

Very cute little sushi restaurant tucked into the heart of downtown Frederick. I feel like if you didn't know it was here, you would never go! It's located on the second/third floor of a downtown building, and the entrance is a ramp followed by an interior set of stairs. There is no restaurant window glowing brightly to attract you inside as you watch diners consuming delicious sushi, so, you just have to know! I've only been there two times, but both times, we had large parties and made reservations. Reservations are limited to 2 hours because the space is actually quite small, and well, they are quite popular. Expect to wait on a weekend or even any evening they are open! I almost feel like if you don't know about it, you won't know about it until you find it on Yelp or someone tells you. So, go, already! They have an extensive menu for all palates- so just because someone doesn't like sushi, that doesn't mean they will be unhappy here. In fact, you can find food that is not sushi that is filling - they have a bunch of noodle dishes and protein centered options, as well as fun appetizers like tempura, edamame, wings and dumplings. It's quite an impressive menu that had me very happy, as it did for everyone else. I am a sushi fan of the vegetable variety, so I was very glad that they had a vegetable assortment that I could order. It was a good amount, but, I am a hungry diner, so I added more to it to make my belly happy. I suppose next time I could just go with an appetizer, but I prefer sushi! The rest of the parties also enjoyed their sushi, noodles, bento boxes and protein-centered dishes. Everyone was happy. They have happy hour specials, too, if you dine on the earlier side. The food Is fresh and comes out quickly, relatively speaking. The staff are very helpful and knowledgeable. They also have Tamara for those folks avoiding soy sauce/ gluten. All in all, I would be back here anytime someone suggests it! I will try to suggest it and convince more to join me! So good! read more

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I LOVE the atmosphere of this place! Hidden away in a small alleyway on the upstairs floor this place feels like you're walking into something hidden that only locals know about. The service was great with plenty of refills and the food was fantastic. One complaint is the menu doesn't include all menu items which was frustrating at times. I wanted the calamari but it wasn't on the menu while the table next to me ordered it and got it. Not overall I couldn't recommend this place enough if you want sushi in the Fredrick area! read more

Something about dirty menus at a sushi place that makes me lose my appetite. Can't someone have the responsibility of wiping menus.!? While they are at it they can keep the front doors clean of greasy fingerprints. It's not hard. read more

Been coming here many times over the past years and we really liked the service of this restaurant. All the servers we had were friendly and considerate. You will run into a long wait line along the stairs if you come after they open, especially on the weekends, which we encountered several times and learned the hard way Therefore arrive at when they open is highly recommend. The sushi and sashimi are always fresh and tasty. I also like the new dishes they push out at times, not very frequent but does happen. However, bentos can taste a bit off mainly referring to the sauce they put on top of the protein, and like to recommend making some adjustments to it. It can ruin the entire taste of the bento. Price is on the slightly high side especially given its location, but comparable to some Other sushi restaurant. It's mainly street parkings since in old town, Frederick, and most of the times is difficult to find parking during dinner time or on the weekends. There is a ramp lead into the building & an elevator inside the building to take you up to the second floor. So it is wheelchair accessible. Overall... do recommend! By IG @WineDinenVacay read more

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This place is so cute, with such pretty and fun decor. I would come back if I'm ever in the area again.

The service was good, as our waitress was polite, attentive, and quick. The entire restaurant kinda smelled really bad...plus the tables and menus had that gross sticky residue. The dining area is extremely small, which is fine, but as more people started rolling in and chairs moved around to be added onto tables, it became kind of a hazard to walk. The food was okay. We got the roll with crispy toppings (crunchy spicy scallop roll) and it was by far the standout. I may order takeout but the smell and ambience made dining in not super great. read more

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Beautiful decor, excellent service (it took a minute to get a waitress but once she came over she was very consistent), and the food was pretty good. The rangoons were heavy on the cream cheese, but I like that style. The dumplings were flavorless and dull. The bulgogi was amazing- sweet but paired with the spicy red sauce it's perfect. Would definitely return when in the area. Biggest drawback is there is only one restroom and it's downstairs. One person entry, so there was a huge line because it shares the restroom with the bar downstairs. read more

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One of the things I regret in life is teaching my children to enjoy Sushi. It has cost me hundreds of dollars overall. Probably closer to thousands at this point. We had not had the opportunity to try the Lazy Fish so well we did. 1. The egg rolls were ok to average. 2. The sushi was good 3. The ginger was ok Overall it was a good choice and we will wander back. They won't make it to the top of our Sushi list, but they are in the top five. Interesting side note, no chopsticks included with our order. Interesting overall normally delivery Sushi includes chopsticks! read more

Some of the fish had that fishy offputting taste. Couldn't finish the sashimi set because of it. Rolls were ok but the philly roll uses smoked salmon which for me is a negative. read more

Our go to date night spot! (But our kiddos always enjoy when we treat them too!) The restaurant is small and cozy but it definitely adds to its charm! We love the staff who are friendly and attentive. You can sit at the bar and watch your sushi being made fresh or people watch near the windows. We absolutely love the vegetables tempura, the lemon grass mojitos and the sushi of course (lazy spider and schooner fish are my favorite rolls!) It's the only place we go for fresh sushi in Frederick and one you'll return to over and over again! read more

Head up the stairs to seek a gem of a place! My friend and I sat at the bar for happy hour. We tried the gyoza (yum) shrimp roll (yum) spicy crunchy scallop(yum) spring rolls (5 minis! Yumm) and had a glass of white and a rail drink on the happy hour menu! My drink was very strong! We wish we got our waiter's name because she was absolutely delightful and even asked us if we wanted to order more items before happy hour was finished. We also tried the chicken dumpling soup (nice, a little salty for me) coconut shrimp (nice crunch!), and spicy tuna roll (yumm) which weren't on happy hour menu. Would definitely come back to try more! read more

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One of our favorite restaurants in downtown! We enjoyed different food here. Workers were nice.

Great atmosphere, Great Very Fresh Sushi. Great drink selection. My wife had a Peach Cosmo. Definitely will be back. read more

Lazy Fish - Sushi Bars Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

I've never ate in at this place but I always order to go, and I must say that I am very pleased. Just based on what I see when picking up, this is a cute, small, vibrant location. The sushi is very fresh and tasty. I usually get the lazy shack, and an assortment of sashimi, with miso soup and I have not been disappointed. I love this place as my trusted go to sushi spot. I plan to keep coming back. And the prices are very reasonable. On average I spend $60 for enough food for two. read more

Great Food Great service, in a cozy and welcoming space, nicely decorated, it is expensive but worth it and the space is small, call ahead and make reservations read more

Came for dinner on the recommendation of a wine bar in town, and was absolutely not disappointed. This spot is amazing. Hands down some of the best sushi we have ever had. Very creative, extremely fresh, generous portions, tons of options and lots of specials. Spot is upstairs and small, only a handful of bar seats where happy hour is available certain nights. Decor is charming, staff is so friendly, restaurant is very clean. One of the best rolls we had was the Captain Hook which was a fried sushi with a lemon basil sauce...oh my goodness it was incredible! On paper was kind of an odd mix, but the flavor blew our minds. Cannot wait to come back and try more of their delicious offerings! read more

Lazy Fish - specials menu the night we were there - Sushi Bars Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

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We've gone here many times over the years. They were a little off last night. There was a pool of soy sauce on the table when we sat down so we asked if it could be cleaned up. The hostess threw a napkin at us and left There was trash on one of our seats. Sushi was ok though the regular tuna was a bit fishy. We'll give it a skip next time we're in town. read more

Good food, fresh sushi and friendly/attentive service, definitely a place to visit and come back to.

My husband and I came here for a date night on a Saturday and were seated very quickly. It is a small establishment and I'm not sure if they take reservations but keep that in mind especially if you're with a larger group. To start off the ambiance is amazing here!! Very Instagram worthy. I ordered the lemongrass mojito and it was delicious and refreshing. We the ordered The Keys roll and Mt Fuji roll and both were amazing. All ingredients were so fresh and that's so important for sushi!! I highly recommend. I can't wait to come back and try more rolls. They had so many to choose from. Staff was very attentive and friendly too! read more

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A lively spot on a Saturday night, with fun and bright decorations. An extensive menu including several specials. The soup and salad was good. The fatty tuna was excellent and the special volcano roll was very good. Service was prompt, friendly and efficient on a busy night. read more

Lazy Fish - Fatty tuna and special roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

We were looking for a good sushi place and decided to check this one out! It's a cute little place that you find down a small alley in downtown Frederick. You enter and walk upstairs to the second floor. It opens up to the very cute restaurant with a huge menu. We were greeted and sat immediately. The food came out fast and was fresh and delicious! I would recommend this place if you're looking for some good, fresh sushi and a cute environment! read more

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Was going to try Sapporo but they were closed so I came here and was not let down! It's a cute little hidden place. Our waitress was kind and not overbearing which I liked. The sushi rolls are tasty and I especially loved the sashimi sampler. I will be back again ! read more

Lazy Fish - Sashimi Sampler - Sushi Bars Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

Once again, the best place for Asian cuisine. The ambiance is very calm, and the feel of the room is enjoyable. It's not loud nor overwhelming. Chicken bento box has to be the best thing I've ordered, you get the best of all worlds. Sushi, chicken, a seaweed or house salad, tempura shrimp, broccoli, sweet potato. Amazing place with fast service, the servers are kind and quick. read more

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Stopped by here for happy hour (4:30-6:30 on weeknights) and sat at the downstairs bar. Enjoyed sushi (spicy tuna roll and salmon skin roll) and appetizers! The sushi was good but the spring rolls and coconut shrimp were my favorite- not too heavily fried and flavorful! I also enjoyed the wonton soup. The service is great and even though it gets crowded they open up the second level to have more seating on weekends. read more

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Cute little hole in the wall accessed by an alleyway. Very cool vibe tucked away in the historic area of Frederick. I didn't come here with much of an appetite, so I can't speak for a very full meal. That being said the food and service was excellent. I had a spicy tuna roll, chicken satay dumplings, and miso soup. First two were excellent, miso soup was nothing to brag about but not bad. It's miso soup, what do you expect. The fish is very fresh, it's noticeable in color and taste. Definitely come here when craving sushi. The only issue is accessibility and parking in this area. It's all paid parking, if you can even find a spot. That's certainly not the restaurant's fault, just a warning. read more

Lazy Fish - Spicy tuna roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

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