Sushi in the desert of North Scottsdale, Arizona? Surprising maybe, but these sushi restaurants do it the best with amazing handcrafted rolls, ingredients that are freshly sourced, and cocktail options that will keep you coming back. Check out our list of the best sushi restaurants in North Scottsdale perfect for a date night, lunch, happy hour, or corporate dinner.
1) Sushi Brokers
Location: 17025 N Scottsdale Rd #190, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
About Sushi Brokers: With three locations around the valley, Sushi Brokers is a well-known spot with a wide range of original rolls and other grilled options. They even serve burgers and beef sliders if your guests aren’t into sushi. Don’t skip out on either the happy hour or reverse happy hour where they offer great drinks at a significant discount!
Website: https://sushibrokers.com/
2) RA Sushi
Location: 13802 N Scottsdale Rd #176, Scottsdale, AZ 85254
About RA Sushi: Another spot with multiple locations around the valley (seven in total), RA Sushi is actually even larger than that as they have locations all over the US as they are a part of the Benihana family of companies although the RA brand was originally started in Arizona. Given that, you can expect a consistent dining experience even though the menu is quite deep with many maki, sashimi, and nigiri options.
Website: https://rasushi.com/
3) OBON
Location: 15037 N Scottsdale Rd J-195, Scottsdale, AZ 85254
About OBON: If you’re looking for the best spot for both sushi and ramen in North Scottsdale, OBON is about as good as it gets. With modern stylings, OBON is an enchanting date night spot with two locations in Scottsdale and one in Tucson. Their handcrafted menu features classic sushi choices, poke bowls, and appetizers worth the visit alone.
Website: https://www.obonsushi.com/
4) Pure Sushi
Location: 20567 N Hayden Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
About Pure Sushi: Located in Hayden Peak Crossing on the corner of Hayden Rd and Thompson Peak Parkway in North Scottsdale, Pure Sushi open concept dining room is bright and inviting – and so is the menu. Enjoy carefully crafted rolls in a light, yet intimate setting or take your drinks on the patio to enjoy the beautiful nights that Arizona has to offer. Their happy hour is one of the best sushi deals in the area too!
Website: http://puresushibar.com/
5) Sushi Crush
Location: 6501 E Greenway Rd Suite 123, Scottsdale, AZ 85254
About Sushi Crush: Opened in September 2021, Sushi Crush is just west of the Kierland Commons on the southwest corner of N 64th St. and E Greenway Parkway in the Kierland Village Center. It’s not only sushi! Sushi Crush is a Japanese-Korean fusion restaurant that gets their sashimi-grade fish delivered daily. This spot is definitely worth checking out.
Website: https://sushicrushaz.com/
6) Kay Sushi
Location: 10115 E Bell Rd Unit 111, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
About Kay Sushi: One of the best lunch sushi spots in North Scottsdale that made this list, Kay Sushi has an amazing bento box option that’s filled with all the choices you’d hope for. Their Double Dragon roll is one of the best options on the signature maki roll section of their menu, but the Big Eye Diver might just beat it out. Located in the McDowell Mountain Marketplace on the southwest corner of E Bell Rd and Thompson Peak Parkway, you should be sure to stop by this place when you’re in the area.
Website: https://kaysushi.com/
7) Kasai
Location: 14344 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85254
About Kasai: Kasai is a Japanese steakhouse that combines teppanyaki, sushi, and other Asian fusion elements. Featuring “dinnertainment”, Kasai’s ambiance is entrancing and includes a wonderous dining experience with a full seven course meal. As with other spots on this list, their happy hour is one that should not be missed.
Website: https://kasaiscottsdale.com/
8) Yen
Location: 15801 N Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
About Yen: One of the more casual (and affordable) spots on this list, Yen is a revolving sushi bar where you pay by the plate. With this, the servings are smaller which is great so you can eat exactly as much as you want! Yen is a great spot for lunch although it tends to get busy, so be sure to get there early.
Website: https://rev.yensushi.net/
