Sushi Yoshi

Just went to this spot for a solo lunch between classes and I was really impressed. I’ve been here for sushi multiple times (definitely one of the beat and affordable in columbia) but wasn’t feeling sushi today. So I tried out the spicy chicken hibachi and it was fantastic. Cooked fantastic and generous portions. But the white sauce served with it was absolutely orgasmic. Also, the service was completely on point. Tip generously when you go!

I went here with a friend and we both thought this place was amazing. This is the best sushi and sashimi I have ever had, plus the service and atmosphere were great. Our waitress was very attentive and was eager to help if we had any questions about the menu. When our food arrived the presentation was perfect! I highly recommend this place.

By far the best sushi and sashimi that I’ve had in Columbia. They are the real deal, bonafide sushi chef and all! So happy to find this place after moving here and having so many disappointing experiences elsewhere in Columbia. Beautifully presented, great service, and oh so delicious. The kind you take your time and eat slowly to enjoy each bite!!!

Can I eat here everyday? By the time I was leaving I had already planned what I was going to get the next time. I tried to talk my friend into going the next night to no avail but I’m totally hitting it up on the 3^rd before/​after/​during A Starry Night in Five Points partay.
Anyway, Sushi Yoshi is super cute and cozy. My friend and I were seated in the front by the door. Christmas music was playing and I felt like I was in a scene from Love Actually. (When is Colin Firth going to come busting down a door to tell me he loves me anyway?) We were promptly waited on. I ordered the Shrimp Tempura Roll and a Crunchy Roll. My friend ordered a Japanese Pickled Roll (it’s called something… I forget what) and something else that I 100% can’t remember now. We got our drinks and they never ran dry. Refills were always at the ready. Our food arrived and it was beautiful. Visually, I didn’t want to mess it up, but I was also super hungry so on we go. The shrimp tempura roll was super delicious. The tempura was still warm and the rice to filling/​non-​rice stuff ratio was near perfection on all the rolls. The crunchy roll was… wait for it… crunchy! And also super tasty but the flavors were not that pronounced. I don’t think they should have been… it’s just maybe not a super flavorful roll. I’m not sure though since it was my first time trying one. I also tried my friend’s pickled roll and I’m totally getting one of those next time I go. The pickling gave it a nice little kick! Noms all around peeps!
Don’t delay! Stop by today. If Colin shows up tell him to wait. I’ll be back soon.

I ate at Sushi Yoshi at least one time before my recent bad experience. I remembered the main woman that worked there as a very vibrant and nice person, while the male sushi chef working in the back was passive-​aggressive and emotionally removed. With the exception of the mediocre food they offered (Inakaya is better for real Japanese food), I decided to give them another chance when I was hungry, during the Columbia flood last week (October-4−9, 2015).
I went to the restaurant and ordered my food at the bar with the chef. When he asked me if I wanted to drink anything, I said water and asked about their water bottles. In a very rude way with an angry expression, he told me their water was four dollars. I decided that four was too much for water, in my opinion, so I told him I would like to order my food without a drink. Rolling his eyes and wearing a look of annoyance on his face, he walked to the kitchen.
After deciding that I didn’t need this treatment when I was nice to the chef and his establishment, I snuck out as soon as he went to the kitchen. Later, I found out through other people that the price of the water was not only ridiculous, but illegal. With the state of emergency last week due to the flood, many restaurants made their water half-​off or entirely free, and this restaurant was price-​gouging. I reported them to the S.C. attorney general.
I refuse to ever eat at this restaurant again, and it’s pretty bad that my second time there was worst than the first. I do not recommend this restaurant, and I hope that they have reasonable prices in the future, especially during states of emergency. I also hope they treat all their costumers with respect in the future, not just yuppies and people spending big money on drinks. Thank you.

Not the best sushi I’ve ever had, but the place was really cute and the people are very nice.

Had to come here twice to make sure they get a fair review. All I can say is WOW! Excellent sushi, fair portions but best of all was the fried rice. It was as good as it gets for a sushi place.
I WILL be back.

I went to Sushi Yoshi for lunch a few weeks ago and was very pleased. Its a quaint little place with just the environment I enjoy. They do more than sushi but it doesn’t have that hibachi-​place-​that-​also-​has-​sushi feel. The tea was hot (and not from a tea bag) and the miso soup was yummy. Had the chef make me a spicy tuna and «whatever is good today» roll. Both were fresh, quick and delicious!

I’ve been coming here for so long that the chef actually served me my very first unagi. Since then I’ve enjoyed many of his suggestions and have grown a lot as someone who enjoys sushi. The atmosphere may not be for everyone but i love it. It’s intimate, charming and personal. It makes for a very comforting combination to go along w/​the kindness of the chef and the spectacular sushi there. If there’s a better sushi restaurant in Columbia, I don’t know where it is.

Outstanding sushi restaurant. The gentleman who prepares it does a superb job. It is like a work of art. I travel to Columbia a couple times per year, and this restaurant is always on the «must visit» list. Very friendly, prompt service. If you love sushi, look no further!

Recently transplanted to S.C. we have been in search of a sushi restaurant. We would have settled for decent, however, instead what we found is Sushi Nirvana! Sushi Yoshi is glorious! Everything we have tried is delicious, fresh, and well just amazing! It’s a 45 minute drive for us and well worth it. My suggestion to anyone who loves sushi is go here, go here now!

Horrible place for sushi!
It was so hot inside I was wondering how they could possibly keep the fish fresh!
The space for the location deserves a better place. They need to shape up. I cringe every time I walk by the place. I really don’t have much to say to this place.
The food price is reasonable for a reason and feel bad for his wife who is the waitress she is so skinny seems like she never eats. It’s dark and dingy. If you want asian get TAKEOUT! it’s cheaper and you can eat it in the comforts of your living room in an air conditioned place!!!

Great service!!! Food came out fast. Amazing food! Had four different rolls, hibachi and yakisoba. Super friendly staff and very nice atmosphere. Two thumbs up!!!

I started visiting this place since 2007 and it remains my favorite sushi place for my trips to Columbia. It’s quaint, cozy and the hostess is an absolute doll! The food is always great and reasonably priced. We will definitely be back!

This place has an excellent bento box lunch special. Cozy atmosphere. Good saki. Reasonable prices.

One of my favorite sushi restaurant in Columbia, the staff are really friendly and don’t mind toasting a warm glass of sake with you when your celebrating birthdays or something special, oh and the sushi is GREAT!

I came in with a large group, and we ordered a ton of food and sake. I liked the fact that they had a pretty decent selection, so there really was something for everyone. Then why only two stars?
–Most of the sushi had mayonnaise or avocado in them (common in the US, but still gross and not very authentic)
–Service was not very prompt. We stood in the door for a while, then sat ourselves, having to push tables and chairs together because no one had approached us to seat us.
–Most of us got sick the next day because the fish was not very fresh. I recall my sashimi wasnt cold, but was room temperature, and the fish in the rolls was room temp and not very flavorful as well.
I was super disappointed that Sushi Yoshi had such short comings because I feel like with the kind of selection and prices they could be a good spot. But quality control and service needs to go up, and since most sushi rolls come with mayo or avocado, I would really suggest varying up the ingredients a bit because a lot of people dont like those things. Just my opinion anyways.

Atmosphere in this place is rad, sushi is fine I like his spicy tuna roll add crunch or any of his wraps or anything he might give u as a special. no one makes it better on the spot!

Super fresh sushi! Came here on a Thursday night. We asked the waitress what fish was the freshest. She pointed out 4 – 5 fish that had just arrived that day. So of course we order it. We ordered about 18 pieces of sashimi (has no rice) and one super spicy roll. I didn’t like the roll and wished I would have ordered more of that really fresh sashimi. Service was really good. Nice for a casual dinner.

This place gets 4 stars on atmosphere alone. You want to feel like you’re in Japan while actually being in the US? This place is legitimately the real-​deal.
Having been to ‘Nihon’ (Japan), I can say that I’ve never found a «Japanese» restaurant that made me think I was actually there, until now.
And the best part about it, the food tastes amazing! As a topper, the dishes offered come at decent price.
But, best of luck finding a parking spot in five-​points.