Craving a California roll? Fancy a fine dining Japanese feast? Fortunately for you, we've searched the length and breadth of our nation to find you the very best sushi restaurants around the UK. That's right. Discover the stunning Northern rooftops, quirky London haunts and cool fusion kitchens that are putting your limp nigiri and drab temaki to shame.
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This sleek Shoreditch venue has to be one of the most sophisticated Japanese restaurants around, with another location in Kingston. Sticks'n'sushi has an extensive menu which caters to all, with plenty of veggie options available. Their stunning central bar will whip you up a signature cocktail, to be enjoyed in this beautiful interior.
Step inside Sunset by Australasia and you'll be met with gorgeous pastel hues, plush booths and charming floral decor, setting the scene for a stylish evening of eating and drinking. On the menu? Popcorn tempura, sharing platters and both savoury and sweet bento boxes.
With an ex-Nobu head chef at the helm inside Bull Burford, a 16th century coaching inn with cosy, modernised rooms, it's sure to satisfy your sushi cravings. Think yellow tail in a yuzu koshu sauce and other raw delicacies included in your 10-course omakase menu.
Gorgeous sleek interiors and authentic Japanese food are exactly what you'll find over at Ginza. Situated in Mayfair, London, this snazzy spot whips up a mouthwatering menu of sushi, including Wagyu maki, spider rolls, nigiri and sashimi platters.
An award-winning restaurant in Manchester, Peter Street Kitchen is shaking up the city's dining game with its menu of contemporary Japanese and Mexican food. Enjoy a selection of quirky bites, including tuna sashimi tacos with truffle ponzu mayo, king crab tempura and beef tataki.
Unlimited Asian tapas & sushi with free-flowing wine or beer £54.95 per person and 2 other offers
The perfect place for a quick lunchtime bite, YO! is injecting some fun into Newcastle's dining scene, with Swindon and Bolton venues too. The restaurant has gained nationwide approval for its fun futuristic decor, complete with an eye-catching conveyor belt carrying dishes around - and affordable sushi.
Kibou is bringing a taste of Tokyo to the streets of Cheltenham and Solihull from its beautiful restaurants. Alongside stunning themed interiors and Japanese highballs, there's also a whole host of vegetarian and vegan offerings, making it an all-round crowd-pleaser.
Found in Stratford-upon-Avon, Sushi Land is slinging out a huge menu of delicious Japanese food. Whether you fancy trying the 40 different types of rolls or the ramen, bao burgers and tempura, you can pair it with cocktails or wines.
Sitting pretty above Regent Street, Aqua Kyoto is serving up innovative Japanese dishes in a seriously sleek setting. Grab a table in the glamorous restaurant or head up to the rooftop terrace for a lavish evening meal or a decadent weekend brunch.
Pickled Ginger is dishing up everything from ramen bowls and katsu curries to salmon ponzu and asparagus nigiri. As well as boasting a mega menu of Asian plates, which can be enjoyed at the restaurant or as a sushi delivery, it's also got a brilliant selection of Eastern-inspired tipples.
Octopus sashimi, seaweed hossomaki and beef nigiri are all on the menu at Sushi Passion. But it's not just the food that'll have you coming back for more. The Birmingham restaurant is also a treat on the eyes, with ornamental cherry blossom trees, East Asian decor and low tables and chairs.
A cool food hall in Sheffield, and also the largest in North England, Cutlery Works is home to a number of incredible food vendors - including Edo Sushi. The duo at this one are offering authentic eats, such as fresh California rolls, maki and more.
One of the UK's best sushi restaurants, Moshimo is serving up sustainable seafood and nigiri boats to hungry diners in Brighton. Located along The Lanes, this gem has dishes suitable for carnivores, vegans and veggies alike.
An authentic Japanese restaurant in Liverpool, Etsu has got you covered for noodle soups, donburi, bento boxes and, of course, sushi. Pick and choose from a range of classics, made fresh to order, or opt for a mixed set and nibble on an assortment.
This one's giving us some real date night vibes...Get your fix of Asian cuisine in Belfast with a trip to Yügo. Situated slap bang in the centre of all the action, this little number has a succinct menu of bao buns, futomaki and dumplings, all washed down with signature cocktails.
Seven Lucky Gods is rustling up everything from sea bass tartare and robata grilled Korean ribs to seaweed salads in its Bristol kitchen. Plus, the fun hangout has lunchtime bento boxes available during the week for only £10.
Not satisfied with bringing you some of the best sushi around, Teppanyaki is adding a little drama to proceedings. How? A friendly tableside chef will be dicing, juggling and grilling your meal on an open hot plate.
