The sushi burritos and beef bulgogi nachos we got from Sushioki in Durham were delicious. I recommend this place. Sushioki opened in February 2018 in the Food Lion shopping center on 55 (Apex Hwy) just off I-40 exit 278 (NC 55 to NC 54 - Apex). It looks like your typical strip mall sushi joint, but I think the food is above average. Like a lot of poke shops, the restaurant isn't very big and is set up in standard fast-casual fashion (order at the counter, open prep kitchen, self-serve fountain drinks, etc.). I suspect this business is Korean/Korean-American-owned because the menu features ingredients like bulgogi, daikon, and kimchi. At the time of our visit, the dining room was closed due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. However, there were four small tables right outside the entrance (eight seats) and they were covered. A sign displayed on the storefront said Sushioki won WRAL.com's 2018 Voters' Choice Awards for Best New Restaurant (2nd place) and Best Sushi Restaurant (2nd place). We visited around 5:45pm on a Saturday and business appeared good with a steady stream of both walk-in and pick-up customers. At least four employees were working: one server, two front kitchen staff, and one person in the back. Service was good. Despite the mini-rush, our walk-up order was ready in about 10 minutes. Here's what we got: * Beef Bulgogi Nachos ($8) - Korean marinated beef, deep-fried wonton strips, sauce, * Reel Alaskan Sushi Burrito ($12.75) - salmon tossed in housemade "G-sauce," lettuce, cilantro, masago, pickled red onion, and pickled daikon * R.D. Yoo Sushi Burrito ($11.50) - poke-marinated tuna, lettuce, cucumber, pickled red onion, pickled ginger, and cucumber wasabi sauce After seeing pictures of the "nachos" here on Yelp, I knew I had to try them. I put nachos in quotes because the nachos didn't actually consist of tortillas, but instead deep-fried wonton strips. Sure, it seems a little gimmicky, but it was actually quite yummy. Aside from the beef bulgogi (Korean marinated beef, usually ribeye, sirloin, or brisket), other ingredients in Sushioki's Beef Bulgogi Nachos included an orange sauce (my wife and I think it was spicy mayo or something similar), chopped cucumber, pickled red onion, scallions, and masago (fish eggs). The nachos were colorful and tasty. The fried wonton strips had that familiar crisp, crunch, and - for better or for worse - greasiness. If you end up coming here, I do suggest these nachos. While they're a little heavy (unhealthy), I don't think you'll be disappointed in the taste. The sushi burritos were dense, filling, and satisfying. What I liked most about them was the staff didn't skimp on the portions, especially the fish. Each burrito was packed with plenty of salmon and tuna. Generally, all of the ingredients were fresh and flavorful and the burritos were well-made. We preferred the Reel Alaskan over the R.D. Yoo for a couple reasons: (1) My wife and I both prefer raw salmon over raw tuna. (2) The R.D. Yoo was soggy. We've had our fair share of sushi burritos over the years and the R.D. Yoo was the first soggy one we've come across. I don't know if they put too much sauce or what, but the moisture had soaked through both the seaweed and paper wrapping. Obviously, this wasn't ideal. It caused bits of seaweed to peel off along with the paper wrapper. Aside from that and the R.D. Yoo being messy to eat as a result (it fell apart easily), it tasted good. Both burritos had a nice balance and combination of fillings. I think the "G-Sauce" in the Reel Alaskan burrito might've been the same sauce as the orange sauce on the bulgogi nachos (some sort of spicy aioli). The pickled daikon in the R.D. Yoo was a nice surprise because we haven't had that in a sushi burrito before. The chopped pieces of daikon were sweet and tangy. During our visit, Sushioki had three "raw" burritos ($11.50-12.75 each), eight "cooked" burritos ($10.00-12.75 each), and two vegan rolls ($9.75 each) on the menu. If you've never had a sushi burrito before, you can think of them as giant sushi rolls. At Sushioki, any burrito can be prepared as a salad or bowl, just like Chipotle. Other restaurant offerings include the aforementioned nachos, rice chips, toasted seaweed, pork rinds, kimchi slaw, and other Asian-inspired sides. Contrary to what the business name might have you believe, Sushioki does not serve traditional sushi (nigiri/sashimi) nor sushi rolls. One last note: The server offered us condiments (Kikkoman soy sauce and wasabi), eating utensils, and napkins when we picked up our order. I like how thoughtful they were about this, especially with the soy sauce and wasabi because a lot of sushi burrito places don't offer those unless you specifically request it. Payments are handled via Square. My itemized receipt was automatically emailed to me. We would gladly come back. read more

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I saw good reviews about Sushioki, thanks Josh! So, I checked the pictures of this restaurant, and since I was in the area, I just had to try their sushi burritos. First of all, the words Sushi and burrito, was plenty enough for me to run into this restaurant, like I was a track star. However, once inside, this place was so adorable. It was clean, well put together, and their employees were very kind. We needed a moment to check out this awesome menu, but after some thinking, we decided what to get. We tried the crustacean sensation, and spicy tuna burritos. Also, we definitely had to order an appetizer of crab Rangoons. We chose to make our entrees a meal, so we ordered a side of seaweed salad and pork rinds. For our drink, we chose a classic. Thai tea. Starting off with the tea. Yo, it was very delicious. I love Thai tea, so when restaurants serve this as a drink option, I order it so fast, as if the drink is gonna get on two legs and run away. Yeah, I'm not exaggerating. The tea was sweet, and the flavor was just great overall. Next, our appetizer, the crab Rangoons. Boy, were those suckers drenched in a delicious sauce. Flavor was great, I really enjoyed the filling. The seaweed salad and pork rinds were also good, obviously what I would expect, since the food had tasted great so far. Now, getting to the most important part of this review. DRUMROLL! The crustacean sensation! It was packed with spicy crab and tempura shrimp, sushi rice, wrapped in seaweed. There were other ingredients inside as well, and I'm pretty sure you can edit what you like in this meal. I honestly thought this was a brilliant idea. The ratio of ingredients was great, and the portion sizes are huge. Now, there is no such thing as better sushi than when visiting Japan, but ever since I came back, this is definitely one of the better sushi places. I would make a drive to come back here again. Which says a lot, if you know me. Anyways, I had a great meal and experience, and I can't wait to try the Thai tea and sushi burrito again! read more

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The bulgigogi butrito was decent, but for my palete, it didnt have had enough of the strong korean flavors/spice that I'm used to. read more

Sushioki - Sushi Bars Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

This is a great fast casual spot in RTP. It's pretty close off I-40 though there can be some traffic during lunchtime as this is a hub for fast food options. I don't know of many other places in the area that offer a sushi burrito (which I know has grown in popularity in larger cities such as in the Bay Area). The burritos are a lot of food and the menu offers a decent variety of raw fish or cooked options. I recently discovered their nachos and have enjoyed splitting a burrito + nacho order with my husband for lunch. read more

Sushioki - Crustacean Sensation - Sushi Bars Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

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This may have become one of my new favorite places in the Triangle. Normally, I would write a detailed review about how awesome or awful a place would be. This time, I'm going to do something a little different...I'm going to let my pics do most of the talking. Why? Simple. The food tasted better than it looks and completely exceeded expectations. 5 stars all around for Sushioki!!! read more

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Sushioki is hands down my favorite sushi burrito place in this area. I have not tried their sushi burrito bowl, but why else go for a bowl when you can get a burrito? The best dish from Sushioki in my opinion is Spicy Tuna Nachos. Just thinking about it waters my mouth! It's the most perfect combination of crunch nachos and fresh, juicy spicy tuna along with pickled onions and various toppings. The SAUCE! Whatever this sauce they marinate spicy tuna in is the bomb. No matter how many times I tried, it never ceases to amaze me. I would literally stop by at Sushioki for these nachos. Also, I've never seen a person who wasn't WOW-ed by Spicy Tuna Nachos, so you have to give it a try for the love of Yelp! Suhioki has a large selection of Sushi burrito, so you get to try something new in every visit. They also have a reward program and birthday perks, so make sure to sign up with your phone number/email when you place an order in person at the counter (from my pre-covid experience). Also, they have an app where you can order without having to talk to anyone. When you feel extra introverted and you don't want to talk to anyone but you need that nachos and burrito? Sushioki got you. When you order on the app, you can pick it up easily at the store - They have a pick-up desk by the entrance for Covid/social distancing. Prior to Covid, you were able to pick it up at the counter. You get to see number of reward points on the app so that you can cash that points by getting extra this and that with your order. Also, they announce random specials which I get the updates thru my texts - I love using those perks when I'm about to get some Sushioki to myself! 15 out of 10 recommend this place for your Spicy Tuna Nachos craving ;) read more

Okay, this my 1st time here and I actually got it to go, I ordered the Bull City Bulgogi , it was absolutely delicious; but let me tell you - Once I walked in I was warmly greeted by one of the female employees that was tidying up the seating area, also by the guys in the back - Customer Service was A+++ Didn't wait too long for my order and I was on my way; I'm definitely coming back because there's a lot more I wanna try off the menu .... Don't mind my pic, U get 2 halves of the Sushi Burrito - but I ate one Sorry ... and I also got fresh Pork skins too ... but ate those as well "Don't Judge Me" but if you're in the area - try'em out & Copp' a Spot! read more

Sushioki - Sushi Bars Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

The burritos are always delicious, can never go wrong with crustation sensation as well as the bull city. So delicious and the staff is really friendly. Now they added weekly specials. Might have to go twice a week now! read more

This place is awesome! All of the options looked amazing so I had to ask the lady at the counter what she recommended and she did not steer me wrong! She recommended the Spicy Tuna roll which is raw tuna, avocado, tempura flakes and cucumber wrapped in rice in a seaweed sheet. I got the hibiscus green tea, which was delicious. I added some of the house made simple syrup and thought it was perfect. Additionally, they tempted me with a chocolate chunk cookie which I couldn't refuse and definitely didn't regret it! Bottom line: I cannot wait to eat here again! Maybe tomorrow?! read more

Sushioki - Spicy Tuna Roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

Oh my glob. This is the lunch you didn't know you needed! So fresh, so filling & the owners are so excited about their restaurant. Go there now! read more

This a must try if you like sushi, haven't had anything I didn't like from here. The Crustacean Sensation is usually my go to and always really filling. Get it is a sushi burrito or as a bowl. Wonton nachos are amazing, very crispy and great toppings. Wish all nachos were made like this. Get it with tuna or bulgogi, both are great. Their Thai tea is really good too. The staff is always super nice and helpful if you're not sure what to order. Check out @raleating on Instagram from RDU Triangle food recommendations. read more

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I came here with a friend and ordered real alaskan roll while my friend had the spicy tuna roll. Since it's cut nicely in half, we decided to swap our halves so we could try both rolls. I am absolutely smitten with their spicy tuna roll! However, truthfully neither of us were feeling the daikon in the real alaskan roll. The taste of the daikon was good by itself, but I'm not sure it fits quite right when eaten together. Although that was strange, I'm pretty satisfied with both rolls. Note that you're actually able to tell them to omit some items in your roll that you do not want. In particular, I really liked the service. The employees were really nice and made me feel welcomed. There are plenty of seats, including some outdoor seating. A friendly employee told us to stay as long as we liked - and we were there for quite some time already chatting up a storm. read more

Sushioki - Real Alaskan Roll & Spicy Tuna Roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

WOW, how could such a great sushirrito place have existed for years without me ever knowing about it? I'm SO glad my friend found this place because their menu and their food--just delicious. First of all--some of the friendliest staff I've ever met. They were so helpful with the menu and gave us free waters while we waited for our to-go orders without us having to ask! Definitely left a good impression. The menu is probably one of the most impressive ones I've seen. I literally wanted to eat everything listed, but I eventually settled on ordering the Oh My Gahshi. Really delicious! I have to say, fried chicken in a sushi burrito is a bit heavy so I was full pretty quick. There was also a lot of sauce over everything, which is what you mostly tasted. As a big chicken katsu fan, I loved it, but I'll probably go for something lighter next time. My friend got the Real Alaskan and also thoroughly enjoyed it! She also got full pretty quick since the portion was so large. We've sworn to return again when we get the chance! read more

Sushioki - Oh My Gahshi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

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I ordered the nachos and a Reel California burrito. The nachos were really good but I'd recommend asking for the chips to be in a separate container as by the time I got home about half of them were already soggy. The burrito was also really good, but I wish there was an option to "build your own" on their website. They do however allow you to modify what is on the menu, so if there is an ingredient you don't like, it can be ommitted. They are only doing take out and delivery, so that's something to keep in mind. read more

Sushioki - Sushi Bars Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

I ordered a Bull City burrito with tofu instead of beef and it was delicious. This was my first sushi burrito and it was delicious, though also a mess to eat. The tofu was great and the cucumber salad that came as a side was really big. I still have leftovers. I should have saved the other half of the burrito for later too. The rice is plain rather than sushi rice, but it's probably better that way. The staff is very helpful and personable. I will definitely order food again. read more

Sushioki - Tofu Burrito and Cucumber Salad - Sushi Bars Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

I've been here twice and will continue to come back!! Once before COVID and once after. They make it super easy to order online and have your meal packaged on a table for easy pick up! read more

Sushioki - Titan Tempur - Sushi Bars Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

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Food was great! The sushi rolls are kind of Messy but it's still good! Love the Wontons as well! Service is professional as quick! My go to lunch spot when I want sushi! read more

Excellent fusion burrito, tasty tuna and pickled ginger. I will definitely be back to try the rest of the menu. read more

Sushioki - RD Yoo - Sushi Bars Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

Sushioki's wonton nachos are amazing! We subbed the spicy tuna for salmon and it tasted like poke on chips, which is a fusion food I can get by. We also go the oh my gashi (chicken katsu) and the crustacean sensation rolls. Unfortunately we got too much and had to save the oh my gashi for later, to which it didn't heat as well or was as crispy as it should have been if we ate it then and there. To preserve the crispness, I'll get a bowl next time and will revisit the nachos too. read more

Sushioki - Crustacean Sensation - Sushi Bars Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

I enjoyed my sushi burrito but it wasn't as enjoyable as I thought it would be. Food was fresh and the staff was nice. I don't think I was a fan of the concept. Still recommend to curious souls. read more

I'm stuck at home self isolating due to the Corona virus but I was CRAVING sushi. This place never disappoints! Tonight I ordered my usual Spicy Tuna Roll with extra guacamole and got my boyfriend the Bull City Bulogi. We ended up splitting because both rolls were DELICIOUS! read more

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I wanted to love this place, I really did. There are tons of glowing reviews, so maybe it was just what I ordered or the day I went, but to me, Sushioki was decidedly average. I ordered a salmon bowl, but it wasn't anything special. There was a decent amount of salmon on it, but it was absolutely drowned in sauce and still lacked flavor. There are other options that looked really good, but I have a gluten allergy, so without confirmation from the staff that they could add ingredients without frying them or omit the soy sauce, I was really hesitant to take any risks. Since no one answered the phone, I ordered online, which was actually really easy. Curbside pickup was a breeze and very clearly labeled, so I'd recommend this for anyone! Also if you sign up for their rewards, you get an automatic $2 coupon for your first order. Hopefully I'll get another chance to try this post-pandemic. read more

Still my favorite sushi place when I am in south Durham. I ordered the Crunchy Tofu roll. The tofu was fried to order back in the kitchen and it really did have a nice crust to the cubes. The rice is still seasoned the way true sushi should be, and the other fillings of pickled daikon and sauce contribute so much to the overall tastiness of the roll. The Raspberry kombucha (can from the refrigerated case) was also very nice. Still tangy but much milder than what I am used to. The ambiance is peaceful and clean. As many tables and chairs as pre-Covid, comfortably spread out. read more

Sushioki - Sushi Bars Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

This is an awesome addition to the restaurant-starved RTP area. It's fast, delicious and reasonably priced considered you're getting a healthy amount of fresh, raw fish! (Or cooked fish). The assembly line makes this a quick option if you need to get something to go. Don't be dissuaded by the line, because it'll go by fast! read more

Sushioki - Reel Alaskan with wasabi chips - Sushi Bars Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

Love the food and the staff are very friendly. Favorite menu is bull by the beach and oh my goshi. Egg rolls are great too

Food: sub. Par. Very, extremely underwhelming. Everything (Cheesesteak Egg Rolls, Crab Rangoons ( WORST IVE EVER HAD???), Wonton Chips ( not worth the money), and the spicy tuna burrito) were awful. Didn't eat all of anything. Ambiance: sucked Service: :) Tip: my order was 36$ I believe, I hit 20% tip and it charged me 12 dollars ( I didn't realize how much it charged me until after I hit it :). That's almost a 40% tip. When marketed at 20 MAYBE 25%. read more

Excellent food! And great service! Truly a cute lil gem!! Will come again for a quick lunch! read more

Sushioki - Oh my Gahshi! - Sushi Bars Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

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I love their beef Bulgogi Nachos! The staff is always very friendly and the food is so good!! read more

Sushioki - Beef Bulgogi Nachos - Sushi Bars Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

This business is an introvert's paradise when you walk in during the week at 2 pm! Easy to get to and located right off of 54 near the Chick-fil-A. Parking right in front of the building! Nice stop between the Southpoint exit off of I-40 and Raleigh. Portion sizes are EXTREME for the burrito style sushi. As a long distance runner I find it difficult to get full. I was pleasantly surprised when I saw how HUGE my order was. The amount of protein and vegetables was enough to offset running into appetite problems later in the evening during my work shift. Service is friendly, cheery, and efficient. My interactions with the cashier and food preparator was enthusiastic about how full I would be by saying "hope you brought your appetite today". After experiencing this food journey I learned that its possible to be satisfied after one food trip! Love this place and would gladly bring my family and friends here next week. Fun fact: you can bring your vegan friends here too! They have tofu burrito style sushi!! Yummy!! read more

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I had a great time visiting there!!! Their sushi burritos are so flavorful and filling!! I tried the tempura shrimp one while my husband got the bulkogi one. Mine was very tasty but my husbands was by far my favorite!! I think the only negative of the whole experience is they are somewhat expensive. Couple bucks cheaper and I'd be there every week. I love the unique concept of sushi burritos and I'm so glad we get to have something like this in the triangle! read more

Sushioki - Titan tempur! - Sushi Bars Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

I have been seeing Sushioki all over Instagram, known for their sushi burritos, and wanted to try this place out! There were so many different burrito options and I didn't know what to get. Everyone was super helpful with menu suggestions and the food came out super quickly. read more

The idea is great, execution needs work. The food is a little bland and not as fresh as I would have hoped. Wanted to love it, but ultimately the only great thing here was the cookie. read more

This restaurant is known for its large sushi burritos-about $12 each. I would describe it more like a poke bowl(pickled onions, fish, rice, and radish) wrapped in seaweed. I selected the salmon version. It was overall decent, but I had a hard time with the addition of onions in a sushi. Maybe, I selected the wrong dish for me. Their appetizers look tasty online. In addition, their owner I believe was very friendly and bubbly. The owner recommended the appetizers. The reason for one less star was the ambiance could be changed to give a more inviting. The ambiance may benefit from a few more pictures on the wall, for instance. It is a good lunch destination. read more

YUM. YUM. YUM. This place has been on my list and I finally got to try it for lunch today. It was all so fresh and delicious. The crab rangoons were absolutely the best I've ever had anywhere. They were great the way they were served but in the future I would have the sauce on the side only because I don't like a lot of sauce. The staff was genuinely friendly and fun. Eat here TODAY! I may have to go again tomorrow. Mmmmmmm read more

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Always fresh and excellent food. I have had each of the raw sushi burritos and they are all great. The new Korean Philly cheesesteak egg rolls are delicious as well. Whether you go for the raw sushi, cooked, burrito style or rice bowl they do not disappoint. Highly recommend! read more

I'm glad I gave this place a try! I initially tried a spicy tuna burrito and spicy tuna wonton nachos. Burrito was a good size, but just OK. However, the nachos were surprisingly very tasty with a lot of flavor and brought me back for more! I've come back a few times and tried different nachos, but the spicy tuna nachos were the best to me. I tried the "bull by the beach" bowl and it was also very good! I'll be sticking to their bowls and nachos and will definitely be back. Friendly and welcoming Staff and well-run with Covid protocols in place. Tip: sign up for their rewards program- they give you a free bowl or burrito on your birthday and send coupons all the time! read more

Awesome place! Fun, new concept, as they offer the burrito-style sushi roll. Good variety of proteins that you could include in your meal. The rice chips are delicious-cinnamon sugar is so sweet and delicious, it was perfect for a post-burrito finisher. The wasabi sauce in my roll (RD Yoo) was pretty heavy and definitely got me tearing for a few bites, but the flavors together were great. Very clean place too. Friendly people working there can provide recommendations as well. Definitely check this place out! read more

Sushioki - RD Yoo - Sushi Bars Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

Sushioki is a 5-star establishment in every way. The food is out of this world with amazing flavor and fantastic portions. The staff is always so welcoming and friendly and take their time to help you order. I have tried the bull by the beach and k pop burritos. Bull by the beach is my favorite so far and is filled with bulgogi and shrimp tempura. It just WORKS! K pop is also great and is a good option for those that don't love seafood- it has Korean chicken and crunchies. Don't miss the wonton nachos! Both are absolutely amazing. I was shocked by the amazing quality of the spicy tuna and the bulgogi is really flavorful. There's so many flavors and textures involved in these that all pair so beautifully together. I crave these burritos and nachos weekly. You won't regret trying this place! read more

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This place is consistently good. All the ingredients taste so fresh and the portions are amazing! read more

Sushioki - Spicy tuna burrito - Sushi Bars Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

Super yummy!! Fresh ingredients, huge portions, nice people. Clean space. Indoor and outdoor seating. We'll be back! read more

Sushioki - Oh My Gahshi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Durham, North Carolina