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Incredible food, fun and friendly vibes - this place is a total gem. Small and intimate. Don't be afraid to try something new or to ask about the sake pairings.

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NOA Sushi - Temptation -Big Roll

NOA Sushi

4.5(108 reviews)
1.8 mi
•$$

As many other reviews will attest, this is an excellent sushi spot. Their fish is high quality and…read morethere's a wide variety of nigiri and sashimi to choose from. They do have a large menu besides sushi so I've been branching out into their other items. This time I tried the miso ramen, and the broth was flavorful, not too salty, and it felt complete without needing to order extra add-ins. Better than some dedicated ramen shops I've been to. They might still get busy on weekends, but we went on a weeknight, it was pretty quiet and the food came out quickly.

My partner and I have been craving sushi and wanted to try a new spot, Noa Sushi was heavily…read morerecommended online- and I'm so glad we gave it a try! Their menu is pretty large, with so many options to choose from if you're not really wanting sushi or just wanting to change it up a bit. We were sat down pretty promptly for a walk in at 6 pm! The space was nice to sit down with friends and loved ones for a bite to eat. We came starved, so we practically ordered the whole menu hahah. Nigiri: the salmon was superb. Very sweet, melt in your mouth, perfect mouthfeel! That was our first bite of the day and it really set the tone for the rest of what we ordered. We then had the kanpachi, madai, escolar, and ikura. I really enjoyed the madai and the escolar. Those were both buttery but had a great texture/chew. The kanpachi was fine, I wasn't expecting it to be slightly charred, but that's a personal preference! Next was the ika and the Hokkaido scallop. The Ika was delicious! Everywhere I go I always order the ika, and the Ika here was just as tasty and chewy. They added a shiso leaf with it, giving it more of a different flavor profile, slightly spiced/bitter. But I quite enjoyed that. The Hokkaido scallop was soo incredibly tasty. It was soft, bouncy, and sweet! No fishiness that can sometimes be found with scallops imo. Lastly for nigiri we got the spot shrimp. I thought this was just okay, similar to how I felt about the ikura. Not bad but there were better hits with the nigiri we ordered. Rolls: hamachico was my favorite roll we got out of the two. The yellowtail was so light tasting it almost felt like a palate cleanser with all the food we ordered, it was really good I'd order this again! The lobster roll was okay, I think the chunks of fried lobster on it was great, the base was like a slightly more elevated California roll as my partner described it. It was overall good. Negimaki: this was so so juicy with each bite and full of flavor! Would definitely order this one again. Lobster karaage: the breading to lobster was spot on. These were large fluffy chunks of lobster with just the perfect amount of crunchy breading. Paired with the spicy mayo and the tartar sauce- so delish! Miso soup: it was packed with clams, enoki mushrooms, shiitake mushrooms, scallops, tofu, etc. the pot was PACKED. I didn't even get a photo, but I absolutely loved this. I'm not really a miso soup girl, but seeing how much others raved about it, we had to order it and I'm so glad we did. Best miso soup I've ever had! The star of the dinner was their ankimo, hands down. I've tried so many others, but this was so soft, creamy, perfect umami. I would've ordered seconds if we didn't have so much other food already. Overall dinner was delicious, and I definitely have my eye on so many other menu items to try next time!

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Akira Sushi - Salmon roll $2.75

Akira Sushi

3.8(124 reviews)
3.0 mi•Southwest Portland
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this is probably the most affordable sushi place within the area, and it has been pretty consistent…read morefrom the times that i have visited. it doesnt break the bank, but also the quality is surprisingly good. i love that they have the signs on the belt that inform you of each type of dish and whats in it. if youre a loner like me that likes to dine alone, sitting at the bar is super chill -- you can pace yourself, and just relax as you browse the different options that they have. service is always attentive, and quick to help out their patrons. prices range from around $2 to almost $5 per sushi plate, not including the cooked entree options that they have to offer. there is an array of both raw and cooked items, to suit preferences. i would highly recommend the naruto roll for those who are trying not to have as much rice. their salmon nigiri always looks fresh and appealing, unlike most places. they keep everything well stocked on the belt, but there is always the option of ordering something fresh off the menu. another favorite of mine is the creamy scallop, and they mix in a bit of crab salad which most places dont. they also have spicy mayo available at the tables for those who favor it. this is usually my go-to if im around the area and am looking for a cheap yet yummy snack! if ordering takeout, i would recommend sticking to the cooked items so that the raw items dont loose their integrity.

Love this Akira Sushi location You can get a very decent…read moremeal, for a very decent price No need for long wait times! Just get there and you're likely to sit down and start enjoying their food either immediately or in just a few minutes Staff is friendly and helpful What more can you ask for?

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MiChi Japan - Spicy Salmon Roll

MiChi Japan

4.4(137 reviews)
0.7 mi•Southwest Portland

This place is awesome. The service is good and I like that they have a rewards program. They also…read morehave some really high quality fish that's delicious. But then there is some of the best ramen that I've had around town. My girlfriend says that it's the best but I'm always happy to welcome a new challenger. Overall this is a great place for date night.

Watch out. The sushi will try and cheat you. I drop a hundred or more dollars each time I go into…read morethe place. So when they have something not worth the money, I feel like im getting ripped off. And that pisses me off!!!! I brought one of the kids along afternoon sushi. She wanted salmon sashimi, I wanted scallops sashimi. The menu said 3 pieces. Ok, the scallop nigiri is one whole scallop partially sliced in the middle and folded out over the rice as one piece. Cost is 8 dollars for one piece. So a 3 piece scallop sashimi cost $22. It cane on a plate with one piece of scallop sliced in half then in thirds for six slices. Don't order sashimi at this location. They really cut these things thin or in smaller pieces. They think you're getting good sashimi. There are at least a dozen sushi places around that will give you a proper thickness of their sashimi slices of salmon and three piece whole scallops. I was angry, but kept my temper and just stopped communicating with them and saying no I don't want anything extra. I'll eat what I have which was good and I don't want anything else from these people. I'm angry because they tried to rip me off.

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MiChi Japan - Negihama Maki (yellowtail roll)

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Negihama Maki (yellowtail roll)

Sazanami - japanese - Updated October 2026

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