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    Xami sushi

    4.8 (97 reviews)
    Closed • 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago
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    Dogs allowed

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    Lunch specials
    Suzi B.

    Have you ever dated someone who is homely as a mangy dog but had a certain charisma, intelligence, and desirability that was in stark contrast to their general look? That's Xami Sushi. Was the sushi delicious? Was it fresh? Was it presented beautifully? Were the rolls creative without being ridiculous? Yes. Yes. Yes. Yes. OMG yes. This place is butt ugly, sitting in a dirt parking lot nextdoor to a ramshackle house with a "Beware of dog" sign on a busy four lane road in a quasi industrial area. Service was kind and attentive. Professional. The sushi chefs were young and enthusiastic. Go ahead and go on this blind date. Don't judge her by her looks. Love her to the end of your days because she's truly the one.

    Ryan N.

    Came here because of the ratings. Wasn't sure when I walked up, but damn glad I came in. Got two rolls and both were fabulous. Quick service and the waiters and chef were very friendly. Most people would walk away seeing the from of this place, but they lost out. Fantastic meal!

    Salmon and yellowtail rolls
    Chantal S.

    Very casual and friendly vibe- fast service! The food was reasonably priced and very fresh tasting! I tried a cucumber wrapped roll, salmon roll and yellow tail roll with an order of Salmon sashimi- all very tasty! Between 4-7 pm they have a happy hour menu with deals on sale and beer and apps/sushi.

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    Howard M.

    What a great surprise. We found this restaurant, Xami Sushi, in what used to be a rougher part of town and now it's an outstanding sushi spot. When you first pull up, you might think, "maybe I should keep driving," but don't doubt yourself. Go inside. The place is clean, bright, and welcoming. The owner actually took our order and was happy to chat and also offered to customize anything we wanted. He really cares about the food and how it's presented, and it shows. I think they've been open here for about two years, and they're doing things right. We were there for lunch and I had three basic rolls (tuna, salmon, and Philly), and my wife went for the more adventurous rolls. Everything came out fast, fresh, and with generous portions of fish. Every bite was delicious. If you're anywhere near Broadway Road, give this place a try. It's fun to explore a different part of town and discover a restaurant that delivers on great sushi. Highly recommend...

    3 rolls lunch special: crunchy roll, salmon roll and yellowtail roll.
    Joyce C.

    Great value for a sushi lunch special. They are short staffed so we had to wait for a bit to get our food. But I must give them a thumbs up for great service even when they were so busy with many customers.

    Part of the lunch menu

    Had the lunch special and miso soup. I really enjoyed my lunch. (It arrived looking perfect- the photo is after I had already started eating. My server was super friendly and attentive and checked on me at appropriate times. Spoke with the chef making my sushi and we chatted about prep time and kitchen clean up at close (I used to work as a prep cook - and restaurant people are near and dear to my heart). Really nice people here. Ate at the sushi bar. It's a simple layout, and I was comfortable. The have some tables off of the sushi bar area.

    Sad Boy Roll
    David M.

    Very good sushi spot in Phoenix! Had a pleasant time here with staff and the food. I ordered unagi nigiri, Sad Boy roll, hamachi nigiri, and tobiko. Well priced given its sushi, this place gives so much fish per nigiri. Especially the unagi, I was legitimately surprised by how much is topped over the rice. Can barely bite in one piece. The real winner is the Sad Boy, with its tangy and tingly flavor, it brings a unique palette to the sushi scene. I'd go back just for it alone, but of course the portion size per piece is another win. If you go, beware the parking is really limited...I would guess around 4 spaces at storefront. But I went right when they opened at 12, so I had no trouble. I spent $50

    Yellowtail Roll and Crunchy Roll
    Hannah B.

    Sushi in the desert! The outside of the building is extremely unassuming, but it is very clean and cozy inside. Service is fast, and the fish is fresh and good quality. The lunch special is a really good deal at $11 for two rolls or $14 for three. As an added bonus, they always offer extra eel sauce and spicy mayo when they bring your food to you.

    Hotty Hamachi Tapas

    Gotta try this spot in South Phoenix. Amazing sushi at incredible prices! The menu has so much variety, it was hard to choose. Our favorites were the Hotty Hamachi tapas (a must-order), the Crispy Spicy Tuna, and the Baked Salmon Roll. Everything was fresh and delicious. We were too full to try everything we wanted, so we'll definitely be back for the Xami roll, Sad boy roll and Savory Ono Tapas. Happy hour is 4-fantastic and makes an already great value even better. Highly recommend!

    Gyoza and Jalapeño Poppers
    Annie O.

    From the outside, the location is a little sketchy. I actually had my husband go in first to take a look before I decided to join him. But once you step inside, you completely forget about the exterior. It's a small, intimate space with a sushi bar and a separate dining area with a few tables. It feels cozy and focused. The sushi is genuinely some of the best I've had in the valley. Everything tasted incredibly fresh and clean. The quality of the fish really stands out. I usually avoid specialty rolls at most sushi spots because imitation crab tends to upset my stomach, but I had no issues here, which says a lot about their ingredients. At one point I mentioned that I do not like artificial wasabi, and our server brought out fresh wasabi without me even asking. That small detail made a big impression. Service overall was excellent. Our server was friendly, attentive, and very intuitive. We did not have to flag her down for anything. She also did a great job recommending sauces for my husband, who is not typically a big sushi fan, and he ended up loving the meal. We ordered the Sad Boy Roll, which was a standout. The flavors were balanced and memorable. We also tried the Xami Roll, spicy tuna, and a selection of nigiri, all of which were very well done. The gyoza were average and probably skippable. The jalapeño poppers were good, but not essential. The rolls are clearly the main attraction. They also offer happy hour and lunch specials, which make an already good value even better. It is worth the drive and the parking situation. This feels like a place that truly cares about the food they are putting out. A real hidden gem!

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    Sarah P.

    Don't judge a book by its cover! Pleasantly surprised all around. From the outside looks of this place you'd never guess that inside was killing it on sushi. The owner/chef said he has been here for a little over a year. The service which was just him was great and friendly as he chatted us up. Pricing was great and the quality was high. The basic spicy tuna was the best I have had. Lollipop wrap roll could be smaller for one bite but that's just my preference. Overall will be back to get the lunch time specials and happy hour after work!

    Lunch Special!
    Ann B.

    Wow. As other reviews mentioned, close eyes when you enter the building Don't be fooled with what you get for your $$. No word is necessary. I am coming back soon!

    Edamame YUMMO
    Brian S.

    (Spoiler alert) Miguel the owner chef of this hole in the wall vibe establishment is getting some of the freshest fish in the city. The fish is flown in and goes to the fish market right around the corner from his restaurant; where he personally goes to pick out the fish. (Many restaurants have it delivered to them). We sat at the counter and had a lovely chat w him. Great selection of Asian beers!! Nice unfiltered sake. The fish all tasted very clean and fresh. Tasty ginger. Amazing spicy garlic edamame. The whole staff is super nice. I love the unassuming nature of the establishment. Not fancy. Just good food good drinks and good people. (His whole fam even came in to eat bc they come every Saturday- I LOVE THAT) Totally stoked to have this in south Phoenix. We will be back, thank you!

    Philly roll. Tootsie roll and viva Las Vegas roll.

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    1 year ago

    Checked out the place for the first time. Pleasantly surprised for the quality. Definitely coming back for more. Great find!!!

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    1 year ago

    Stellar pricing, delicious sushi options with intriguing variety. Great customer service and cozy ambiance.

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    Great lunch special and even better rolls! Called in for pickup and it was ready within 15 minutes. Great service too. What a great find!

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    2 years ago

    This place is a hidden jewel. The chef definitely has a flare for creating. Everything was good including the service.

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    Amazing fresh and tasty sushi. Very reasonable prices. Friendly service. Our new favorite sushi restaurant!

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    Xami is currently the best value sushi restaurant in Phoenix. The chef's choice sashimi plate is incredible.

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    An unexpected surprise. This sushi restaurant in South Phoenix has local vibes with amazing food.

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