By far one of my favorite new restaurants, The Blue Sushi really exceeded my expectations, especially since my expectations of sushi restaurants in Midwestern states are usually tempered. From the parking lot, The Blue Sushi does not look like much, but once you step inside, the décor is refined and elegant. We were seated immediately, and our server David was excellent with his recommendations and patience as we looked through the menu. We ended up ordering the Crispy Tuna roll, the Angry Lobster roll, the American Dream roll, and a steak Hibachi. The Hibachi comes with a side of salad and fried rice and was delicious. All the rolls were beautifully made and plated, and they tasted even better. We left full and satisfied and we will be back soon! read more

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Nearby and hungry, and the reviews are great so I stopped in. One of those places that closes between lunch and dinner, which used to annoy me because I was ready for lunch at 2 PM and they would be closing. Now my life has changed, and I can take advantage of lunch at these places. Completely empty at noon on a weekday, a little disturbing. But, better than not being able to get in. Classy inside, nice seating options, quiet and pleasant atmosphere. Excellent service throughout. Large sushi menu, plus hot entrees, many apps, etc. A lot I wanted to try. But I had to start with the crab Rangoon tarts. Never seen it this way. Three fairly small tartlets, nice crust, with a dollop of "Rangoon" filling. Could have used more in each tart, but tasty enough. The sauce is a little zippier than most for crab Rangoon. Good, different, not amazing. And that pretty much describes the rest of the meal. Were my expectations too high? Nothing was bad, everything was pretty good, but not amazing. I had the Red Scorpion roll next. Mid-sized, a nice roll of kani, tuna, avocado, and more, topped with several sauces. Barely fit each piece in my mouth. Tasty, but again not amazing. Not what I expected from a place like this with reviews this high. A little heat, far from the spicy suggested by the name and reviews. Also had unagi and toro nigiri. Again, good, not great. Neither was as tender as I'd hoped, though decent all in all. Flavors were good on the unagi, and the toro was somewhat buttery/creamy but not on par with others I've had. Hmph. Cost was not bad, considering the decor of the place and that it's sushi. I left full but not overstuffed. I'd come back, maybe for a date night. But it's not incredible, and I guess I fell for the buzz. read more

The next time you're in the mood for sushi, go and give The Blue Sushi a try! The vibes here are cool & it's a great spot for a date or meal with friends! The Red Scorpion roll is unlike like any roll I've had before, and it is a must get! The wasabi mayo isn't overpowering but adds just the right zip to perfectly balance it out! The Pink Lady is another great option with the spicy tuna and shrimp tempura combo! The gyoza and other rolls are super tasty too! read more

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I'd say it's a good & decent sushi place. Cozy ambience and interior. We made a reservation for a Saturday but the place was almost empty. Service was swift and the server was attentive. We tried the flight of sake with our sushi/sahimi boat for two. The sakes were okay. We still ended up getting a bottle of Kim Crawford Sauvignon instead. For app, we had the Age tofu. That was good. I always order this wherever I may be. :) Everything tasted fresh and decent portions. What was really good was their dessert! I'm glad I didn't skip. It looked like this trending fruit pastry that has a crunchy outside shell and gooey inside. It was an orange fruit and I gave it 2 thumbs up! Very enjoyable! Happy tummy! read more

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This is the former Matt the Millers space and it is very pretty, with lighting and comfortable seating. I had a glass of wine from the happy hour menu, and the shrimp dumpling appetizer called Shumai. It was fantastic. I also ordered two rolls from the HH menu: Sweet Potato Roll and Spicy Salmon. Both very good. One from the regular dinner menu intrigued me, so I ordered it as well. The Coconut Shrimp Roll was great. Coconut Shrimp is a favorite of mine. I had plenty to take home and finish off later. I'll definitely come back for more. Our server was very attentive. read more

The Blue Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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This place is an absolute gem! It's a charming little restaurant with a warm, welcoming vibe and super friendly staff. Whether you're planning a relaxed date night or a casual get-together with friends and family, it's a great pick. When we visited, it wasn't busy, so we were seated right away. Our server was incredibly sweet and helpful, offering spot-on recommendations since it was our first time there. We tried the Spicy Tuna Roll, Angry Lobster Roll, and the Hibachi with beef fried rice. Everything was good, but the Angry Lobster Roll definitely stole the show for me! I'm already looking forward to going back and exploring more of the menu--especially the sashimi. read more

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This restaurant is absolutely beautiful inside! It's very cozy, warm, and romantic. There's plenty of parking outside and plenty of seating inside. We got a few rolls to try and they were all made well and the ingredients tasted fresh. It is a bit pricey per roll but we knew that going in. I would say the flavors were good and the rolls that we got were delicious. The menu has a lot of offerings and many choices of rolls and drinks. I recommend the Lychee Martini if you like sweet drinks! It comes with a little lychee as well. I made a reservation and we were seated quickly but unfortunately, we waited close to 2 hours to get our order. They weren't busy at the start but towards the end of the night, they became busy. For our table, we ordered 7 rolls total and it took a little too long for us to get our food. It looked like there were 4 sushi chefs working to make the rolls. If you order other foods, it looked like they were coming out from the kitchen and was a bit faster. Staff was very nice and checked on us frequently. Our server was kind and came around often and updated us as much as they could. I would recommend for quality sushi and drinks! We were pretty hungry and the wait was very long, so maybe try coming a little earlier or later than dinner time. Staff was great overall and our service was great. It's a beautiful spot for a casual date, small groups, and good sushi! read more

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If you're going to come here, get the sashimi! I wasn't too impressed by any of the appetizers that I tried, but really enjoyed the sashimi. I also recommend the Tiger Roll, White Dragon Roll, and Fantastic Roll. We came on the day before Mother's Day, and it was not busy, so we were seated immediately. Our server was personable and kept us updated on the status of our orders. It's very cute inside--perfect for a date or group outing. , read more

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Another very solid entry in the ever growing field of new sushi restaurants in Columbus. Just in Polaris alone, there are at least six sushi spots now. I hope Blue Sushi finds a strong following and does really well. They told us it is owned by the same folks that own Song Lam in Dublin and 698 in Short North. The service was incredible (thanks Ashton!) and the cocktails are unique. The menu is long and diverse. If you don't like sushi, they do offer some familiar Asian dishes like hibachi, kung pao, etc. Do not miss the spicy tuna with crispy rice. This is always one of my favorites and they do it extra spicy here! We tried several of the specialty rolls and they were all fresh and delicious. I really liked the veggie specialty roll which had some crunchy and tempura veg in it for texture. We were hoping to try the white chocolate mousse "magical mushroom" cake dessert (google it), but they were sold out. Next time. read more

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I was so happy I decided to make a reservation. I didn't think I'd need one that early but I was happy I decided to when the party in front of me got turned away. I loved my bubbly waitress. She was great and really knew her stuff. She made some great recommendations on rolls to order. I had the "sunshine roll", "the Manhattan", and the "Surf and turf" all were good but the sunshine roll was the best in my opinion. All the flavors messed well. I thought the surf and turf would've been my number one but for some reason the flavors just was there. Really good idea for a roll. It sounded better than in tasted. All in all this was a really cool spot. Very clean and modern look with a almost upscale feel. No first date. Maybe 2nd or 3rd lol. Worthy of a nice date night. I like the vibes. They have all the fresh ingredients on ice display. You can view the Itamae creating your rolls. Shout outs to my fellow yelpers for directing me here! #FoodieRunner approved read more

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So this is a review that I forgot to do while at The Blue Sushi. No excuses. I just forgot. As usual we sat at the bar and ordered. We enjoy sushi but my no means are we connoisseurs. I just know when something is delicious. Started with edamame and Tamago. Then Spicy Yellowtail, Red Scorpion roll and I can't remember the name of the one my fiancé ordered, but there's a pic. Fresh, melty on the tongue, and nice size pieces. Yeah I'm not one to elaborate on the layers of complex blah blah blah of sushi. It was just really good. And they gave us a pile of ginger. Winner. The bartender was attentive, knowledgeable and personable. Great experience and we'll definitely be back! read more

I had an amazing dinner experience at the Blue Sushi! Moving from Miami/NYC to Ohio, I have yet to find a sushi restaurant on par with some of my favorites, but I think I have finally found one in The Blue Sushi! I ordered the salmon sake and toro tartare roll, which both just absolutely melted in my mouth. The hamachi jalapeño roll was a recommendation by our waiter (who was the best, may I add) and it was also so fresh and delicious! They have a wide range of sushi to choose from, from classic and simple nigiri and maki rolls, to unique specialty rolls. I went with simple flavors, but my friend's specialty rolls were also to die for. Their fish is flown fresh from Japan every 72 hours which explains why every dish was so flavorful and fresh. The prices are also incredibly affordable, and for the quality of the fish it cannot be beat! I can't wait to come back! read more

The Blue Sushi - Sake Nigiri, Toro Tartar Roll, Hamachi Jalapeño Roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

The Blue Sushi Restaurant is a wonderful addition to the Polaris area! Serving up super tasty sushi, hibachi, and traditional Asian dishes such as Kung Pao Chicken, Beef Bulgogi and much, much more. Not only do they have a large selection of dishes to choose from but the quality of the food is absolutely amazing! This beautiful restaurant is located in the space formerly occupied by Matt the Miller's Tavern. We tried a few of their dishes and loved every one of them. Hot Emerald.... 4 pieces of Tuna sashimi wrapped around spicy kani and avocado. Topped with seaweed salad, siracha, yuzu vinaigrette, and truffle oil. Angry Lobster Roll (Cooked).... Shrimp tempura, spicy kani, avocado, with tempura flakes inside. Topped with a whole steamed lobster tail, eel sauce, and sweet chili sauce. Red Scorpion Roll.... Spicy kani and cucumber inside. Topped with peppered tuna, avocado, scallion, spicy mayo, and wasabi mayo. Hibachi Dinner..... Your choice of Steak, Chicken, Shrimp or vegetables served with mixed vegetables stir-fried in a savory sauce. Comes with your choice of Miso Soup or Green Salad and either white or fried rice. The Blue Sushi Restaurant is a sister franchise of Song Lan Restaurant in Dublin and 698 Restaurant on N. High street. Between the cozy atmosphere, delicious food, and great service I can't wait to visit this place again. read more

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Seaweed salad...not fishy at all...very delicious and tiny bit crunchy Age tofu...fabulous smoky beef broth...silky tofu Cucumber lime Hibiscus mocktail...lightly sweet and fresh. Yaki udon with chicken...chicken was a bit crispy which was a nice change from usual silkened chicken you find in most Asian restaurants. The whole dish had a delicious smoky flavor from the wok. Sweet potato roll...unlike most sushi places I could actually taste the sweet potato and feel it's texture. The eel sauce on both was slightly sweet which worked really well with the savory rolls and soy sauce. Shrimp tempura roll...so good. Huge roll with lots of different flavors coming through. Great service and loved the vibe. read more

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I think if you like rolls you'd be happy here. For someone who eats sushi weekly and has lived in Japan for a couple of years, my expectations are pretty high. I'm generally a sashimi gal, or sushi. Occasionally I'll sprinkle in a roll. For my first visit, I tried one of each. (Spicy yellowtail roll, kampachi, sake and white tuna for my sashimi. Then hamachi nigiri followed by a spicy yellowtail hand roll). The quality was good but not great in my opinion. I didn't eat the second piece of kampachi. I did have to make sure they removed the crunchies from my hand roll and roll. For me, I prefer the taste of the fish and not buttery tempura pieces. But this is a preference so everyone likes their thing. Overall the rest was pretty good. Japanese beer options were a little limited. I had a Sapporo on tap. Sake seemed to have a solid variety from sweet to dry. Interesting layout and vibe. No sushi bar but a bar that you can eat at. Service was attentive and a nice group. It's not necessarily for me but do think those who like rolls would be pretty happy with a number of options on their menu. Otherwise, after 15 years, I'm personally better served to drive to Muirfield Dr for the best place in town. This place does have a great location for ease of parking just off 71 on Gemini. read more

The Blue Sushi - White tuna, hamachi nigiri, sake, kampachi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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David our server was excellent. Very knowledgeable and friendly. Softshell Crab app was delish asked for tempura sauce on the side a really good addition. Sashimi was fresh and really nice size pcs. If doing hot entrees the truffle Udon with Shrimp was terrific, light and very flavorful. Only downside was salmon Skin Salad they forgot the masago and it need a bit more flavor but it was still good. Emma the mgr came to check on us and was very interested in our experience and passing on our comments to the kitchen. A MUST TRY. read more

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We had a nice time here. The decor was really cute and a little quirky (one of the walls had 10 of the same swan picture?) our waitress was very sweet and attentive. We went during what would normally would be happy hour, but we were told they didn't have it set up. I had the Kung Pao Chicken, which was a enough for 2 meals and my husband had the vegetarian sushi tray which he said was "excellent " and no, he didn't offer to share and yes, he ate every bite. We ordered tofu & rice for my daughter but we did end up getting the tofu taken off. It was the silken vs the firm, and for many tofu eating friends you know that even lightly fried, silken is not the best to just eat. I think they have it as an appetizer and fix it up normally, so maybe just don't order that on the side. I think this was a good find and I'm excited to go back. read more

The Blue Sushi - Vegetarian Sushi platter - Sushi Bars Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Very good but very expensive. They have an interesting and varied menu including good wine and sake. Lots of choices, informed staff.

I think this is the best Sushi restaurant in the Polaris area - Hands down. My wife and I have been there twice in the past month. Food, service, atmosphere, cleanliness are all 5 star. They also have a great happy hour menu! read more

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Great addition to Polaris ... Haileigh .. might not be the correct spelling .. knows the menu .. service was fantastic and I love the umbrella lights . Excellent A to Z . Stop in for a roll . Good for lunch .. dinner or date night . read more

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Such a cute spot and the sushi was great! I ordered the Colorful Roll and chicken hibachi. read more

The Blue Sushi - Colorful Roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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My husband and I were excited to try this new sushi spot that took over the former Matt The Millers in polaris. We have a newborn at home so we got sushi to-go and even with the travel it was delicious! The fish was buttery and the rolls were flavorful. The staff was very helpful and made sure all of our modifications were correct (my husband hates avocado -lol). Everything we had was great and we're excited to try more in the future! read more

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So we went on a date. The sushi was not bad. It was decent. We both said we've had better. What shocked me is the little tiny glasses of iced tea for $6. I have never seen a $6 iced tea before. I'm sorry but that's ridiculous. The water they give you was like lukewarm. We asked for ice. The worst was the miso soup. It had zero flavor. The appetizer was spicey tuna on fried rice. It needed something. It was okay. It felt a little rushed. It was a hurry up and wait situation. It was a bit of a letdown and expensive. We would not go back. I am updating my review because this tea price thing really bothers me. I pulled up the photos of the menu. I looked everywhere. There is no price listed for the tea at all. If you are going to charge $6 for a tiny glass of tea you need to have that listed somewhere. By contrast, a big glass of iced tea at Universal studios was $4.29. read more

Fantastic food and service was incredible! Especially loved the lighting and atmosphere. I will definitely be back for happy hour. Bar is cute and they have plenty of outdoor seating!!! read more

The Blue Sushi - Bento box - Sushi Bars Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

First time here! As a foodie, I was eager to try this place based off reviews. Server, Anna was super friendly. Menu was plentiful although I wish there were a la carte fried rice, udon, etc. option. The ambience was nice and gave a classy vibe with moderate pricing. While I went solo for lunch, it's a great option for date night! Sunshine roll was pretty good. Waitress forgot to give me the lunch menu until I started ordering, or I would've ordered differently but it's totally fine! Salad and miso soup were pretty good. Bar service was slow even though I was literally the only person there but my drink was good! I'll be back for sure. read more

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I found the food to be fresh and creative. Lots of unusual dishes. Creative drink menu-refreshing variety. Our server Ovi, was delightful. Her recommendations were exactly right. Very perceptive.. Great service. read more

Thank you for your business and amazing food. We enjoy everything we order here every time.

Had a excellent birthday date here Food 10/10, salmon melted in my mouth with a hint of butteriness. Service was solid on a fairly open night read more

I am a sushi connoisseur. i decided to explore the menu today to get a good feel for the restaurant. staples to me are fresh bluefin nigiri, Saba (mackerel), House saki, and usually a roll or entree. definitely a large order but i usually do this once or twice a month or smaller orders if i am just grabbing a quick bite. the angry lobster roll was pretty good 6.7/10 price was roughly $25.00 for a roll with shrimp and a lobster tail on top. the lobster tail wasn't the best quality in my opinion it was a pretty small tail and not the sweetest meat. i think the price was a little steep for the lobster quality. the truffle bluefin tuna tartar stack 3.5/10 price was roughly $18.99 the bluefin was good quality, the flavor profile was just okay, they provided maybe 7 toasted chips which was not nearly enough to finish the dish. i ended up scooping the second half up with my chopsticks. overpriced in my opinion the black truffle fried rice with crab meat 2.5/10 over $22.00 this one was my biggest issue, i didn't notice any actual black truffle in the dish, the presentation was terrible, the crab meat was absolutely a sad excuse. it could have been canned crab meat, it was brown in color and just not appealing. it just looked like bland fried rice with cold canned crab meat on top. not a fan of the dish. the nigiri was roughly $14.00 for 4 pieces. i ordered blue fin, and mackerel. the presentation (which is very important for nigiri) i give a 6.7/10 the quality of the fish i give an 8.3/10. they could up the game a little here. the house saki, normally you can order a small or a large hot saki at most sushi restaurants. there was only 1 size option it was a fairly good quality saki for a house hot saki. i give it a 7.7/10. in total my bill was $99.00 at this price i could have enjoyed a lot more options at my favorite local spot (oishi in powell). im not entirely sure that i will return, the vibe at this restaurant is a little too fancy for me and i dont think the dishes represent that enough. read more

Food and service was great! We love sushi and we were happily surprised by the quality! The lunch special was perfect. Definitely recommend the tiger roll! read more

First impression is that the main entrance door blends in with the wall. As we walked in, we were impressed by the decor and vibes. Millennials fit right in from the playlist, the darker painted walls with a hint of classic elegance, but unique with their lighting. I appreciate their attention to detail with having hooks for personal items on the side of the booths. We came at 6pm on a Thursday and got seated right away. Our server went above and beyond. They were knowledgeable and passionate about the menu as well as knowing how to converse but not overstay. The menu offers a range from fusion entrees to traditional sushi. On the drinks side, they also offer traditional sake to more fusion cocktails. We ordered the House Sake and Yozora. The drinks tasted good and the presentation was unique - the cocktail was served in an elegant tea cup. On the food side, we started off with Scallop Carpaccio. This was fresh and tasty, a fusion appetizer. You can taste the sweetness and buttery scallop. The sauce was a wonderful mix of tangy and spicy. We then had the miso soup and the house salad. Nothing special about the soup. But the salad was one of the best ginger dressings I've ever had. The dressing was fresh and not watery, perfectly blended in taste and texture. We then got the Maki Combo and Unagi Don. For both entrees, the rice was ever so slightly on the hard side. The maki's fish quality is good, but not the best the area has to offer, definitely within the price point. The unagi don was not fully traditional since it came with a side of pickled radish and topped with seaweed salad. We ended the meal with their seasonal dessert. It was an artistic masterpiece that included a matcha mousse and strawberry compote on top of sponge cake. It was delightful. When I think of this place, I think of elevated upscale hipster fusion. The feels of a North High Street restaurant but in Polaris. Overall, what sets this place apart is the atmosphere, drinks, and desserts. This would be a great place to meet up with friends for a good meal. If you're looking for more traditional Japanese food, this is not the place. read more

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Place is great! The Fantastic Roll is just that. My wife ordered a roll without cucumber and when the roll arrived with it, they fixed it immediately and offered for us to keep the original roll for our troubles, but neither of us like cucumber. Manager came over and everyone couldn't have been nicer. The sushi was fresh and the ambiance is very nice. We always liked the setup of Matt The Miller and Blue Sushi has added their own touch and it's very inviting and warm. Think we have found our new "go to" sushi place. Looking forward to going back and trying all the rolls they offer. read more

The Blue Sushi - Fantastic Roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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We thoroughly enjoyed our first time experience at The Blue Sushi restaurant. The service was excellent, food was awesome and we felt like the ambiance was truly Asian style. We'll definitely be back. Our favorite was the Angry Lobster Roll. read more

This place got amazing reviews so I decided to give it a try since it's newer. Went for lunch and no one was there. Customer service was great. Atmosphere has not really changed since Matt The Millers went under. Got a lunch special. Ordered edamame and miso soup which was great (8.8/10). You should DEFINITELY get the edamame spicy! The basic Yellowtail roll was beyond terrible and overly fishy. It was not wrapped well (2.2/10). The spicy mayo on the Kiss of Fire Roll was absolutely fantastic, but the roll itself was kinda disappointing (5.8/10). They charge $4 for a kid's lemonade and charged $2 for extra spicy mayo (we just wanted the smallest amount). We went on a Wednesday so maybe that had something to do with the quality, but it didn't seem to be that fresh. read more

The Blue Sushi - Yellowtail Roll and Kiss of Fire Roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

The food was great. Beef was seasoned well, fried rice was very simple and basic but it complemented the beef well. The chili oil was a great add if you like spicy food. The food was sizzling and fresh. The ambiance was calm and relaxing. Service was great also. I would definitely come back and try something new. read more

Quick service with great food. We will be back! Some of the best sashimi I've had in Columbus.

Tried for first time. Impressive. Nice portion size and fresh sushi. My only miss would be the music they have playing in the background. Does not feel like I'm at a sushi spot when I hear the music. Otherwise great wait staff and food is prepared quickly and professionally. I'll be back. read more

Awesome sushi place with great service. Food is fantastic! Will be a regular customer! Desserts are incredible too but a little pricey but worth the splurge on a special occasion. read more

Delicious! Great vibe inside. Great music, awesome decorations. Loved it all inside. The food. Wow! Delicious! shumai was fresh and so good! The sushi was killer. So fresh. So flavorful! And we got the beef bulgogi. I didn't think we would be able to finish our meal but it was so delicious we couldn't stop eating. Waitress super attentive. We will be back! Highly recommend! read more

food, amazing! we got four rolls and every single one was fresh. the service was great, everyone was kind! inside it feels like stepping straight into a building in japan! will be coming back! read more