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    Motto Sushi

    4.5 (215 reviews)
    ModerateSushi Bars, Japanese
    Closed 12:00 pm - 2:30 PM, 4:30 PM - 9:30 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Quiet
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Godzilla roll, very good
    Bryan W.

    My wife and I went for lunch. The place was really cute inside and the tables were mostly full of customers, but it didn't seem too busy. Our waiter was fantastic. He was knowledgeable about the menu and helped us make choices while also but being overbearing. We opted for some fried balls which were delicious, but very heavy. It gave me state fair vibes. We each could only eat one. We also ordered a fusion sushi in the creamy ono. It was escolar topped with seared mayonnaise and eel sauce. Really great bite. Lastly we ordered the godzilla roll. Really fresh and the rice was nice and firm. I would go back for more rolls. My only complaint was how expensive it all was. You get what you pay for usually, but this place was on par with nobu prices. This place is not nobu. It's more of an izakaya type vibe.

    Lunch special menu
    Laura L.

    Sushi Motto is hands down the best sushi spot in Denton! The fish is incredibly fresh and the menu has an amazing variety of flavors to try. I've been a few times now and have been blown away each visit. The lemon salmon sushi is one of my favorites -- the perfect slice of salmon and bold, bright flavors. The madai truffle carpaccio had a nice kick, while the salmon avocado carpaccio was perfectly balanced.The unagi was also spot on, with just the right amount of sauce. Our server Peter was phenomenal -- very professional, knowledgeable about the menu, and his recommendations were outstanding. After living in Denton for over 10 years, I can confidently say no other sushi restaurant (Blue Ginger, J Sushi, or I Sushi) even comes close to Sushi Motto.

    Pauline W.

    I absolutely LOVED Motto Sushi! I was only in Texas for 3 days, but I KNEW I had to check out this spot. Jason, the waiter was really friendly and super personable. I had a great time. The fish on the sushi was so fatty and delicious, you can really taste the quality of the food and it's really set apart compared to other sushi restaurants I've tried. The decor and vibes are very pretty and I love the ambiance there with the pink trees and cutie string lights. If I come back to Texas again, I will NOT pass up on coming here!!! Love love love!!!

    Mochi
    Michelle G.

    My favorite sushi place in Denton. It rivals sushi I've had in NYC, LA, or Hawaii. I almost don't want to let the secret out!

    Nancy F.

    My husband and I were recommended to Motto Sushi by a manager at Marty B's... funny, I know! We tried it today for lunch and we're highly impressed! The sushi was fresh, delicious, and very original! We had a little chat with James Bond, the owner on our way out and know that we will be back again soon! Thank you for your hard work to make this restaurant successful so all of us can enjoy such amazing sushi!

    Kaylianni B.

    Service was amazing! Pleasure of a great server and the chef came out to ensure everyone was happy with their food, and offered my son a lollipop. Food was really good, would come again and even though i can't recall this tuna dish that came in two pieces, it makes my mouth water thinking about it again. Their karaage was perfection, and my son enjoyed his fried rice. My husband also finished his entire meal and sushi, he loved the wagyu roll. Inside is cozy and they have a fish tank, nice and clean cute decor.

    Bento Box
    Brandon P.

    This was an amazing experience! Food and service were equally impressive. Very friendly staff and owner. The Bento box was so delicious. I realize a California roll is usually very simple and plain, but this one was so good!

    Edamame and Takoyaki
    Nikki W.

    I been here a couple times and I love it. The staff is nice and quality of fish is in point. It's a good sushi spot in Denton

    Roasted sea salt salmon
    Isabel J.

    Had a pleasant experience trying Motto for the first time with my husband on Sunday night. Sushi was delicious, and the service was great thanks to our waiter who was really attentive and nice. We will definitely return to try more things on the menu!

    Hot Night Out
    Aimee W.

    This place is so unique and so good. We decided last minute on the exit to Buccees to stop for a quick early dinner before continuing on to the concert. Husband said sushi sounds good! So luckily this was a quick turnaround and amazing. The rolls are HUGE! The egg rolls were a great start. We totally could have just had one roll and shared it but didn't know what we were committing to haha! We went with the Firecracker as it comes and the Hot Night Out with jalapeño added to it. Man. They were just the right touch of all the ingredients together. Not too much of anything which is hard to find. And definitely not overly fishy taste. Definitely would stop in again! The decor also was such a nice touch and made the vibe very chill but date night-ish. Very clean and definitely more than i expected.

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