Best Sushi Restaurants in The Rocks

Real videos of Sushi Restaurants in The Rocks — 5 places, filmed by creators on the ground.

Ranked venues

Saké Restaurant & Bar
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$$ElegantStylishChicSake selectionCreative sushiSeasonal ingredients
About the venue
Saké Restaurant & Bar on Argyle Street provides an elegant dining atmosphere specializing in contemporary Japanese cuisine. Since opening, it has been recognized for its extensive sake list and creative sushi rolls and cocktails. The restaurant combines chic decor and a stunning ambiance, making it ideal for both romantic dinners and group celebrations. Notable menu items include a variety of sushi and sashimi paired with unique sauces that highlight the fresh, seasonal ingredients used.
What the videos show
The video showcases a bustling Japanese restaurant environment. It begins with a close-up of edamame beans and a teapot on a table, then pans to reveal chefs preparing food and diners enjoying their meals. The ambiance is cozy and warm, with dim lighting and wooden panels.
12 Argyle St
@ashli.eats
Bay Nine Omakase
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$$IntimateAuthenticPersonalizedOmakase experienceSkillful chefsSeasonal ingredients
About the venue
Bay Nine Omakase, located in Sydney, offers an intimate dining experience focused on authentic Japanese omakase. With a limited seating capacity, guests can enjoy a personalized meal crafted by skilled chefs using seasonal ingredients. The attention to detail and quality sets this establishment apart as a premier sushi destination. It attracts food enthusiasts and those celebrating special occasions.
What the videos show
The video showcases a variety of Japanese dishes, including sushi, sashimi, and other delicacies, presented in a visually appealing manner. It concludes with a night view of the Sydney Opera House.
Bay 1-3, 7-27 Circular Quay W
@Im_xaria
Shiki Japanese Restaurant
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UpscaleElegantAuthenticHigh-grade seafoodWagyu beefHandmade sushi
About the venue
Shiki Japanese Restaurant, located on Harrington Street, offers an upscale dining experience focused on high-grade seafood and quality wagyu beef. The restaurant's unique approach includes an extensive sake selection and handmade sushi, ensuring freshness and authenticity. Shiki’s elegant atmosphere is enhanced by its stunning presentation, making it ideal for special occasions. Since opening, it has attracted a diverse clientele looking for a premium Japanese dining option in Sydney.
What the videos show
The video captures a brief yet focused moment in a sushi restaurant, showcasing two chefs at work. At 0:00, one chef on the left is meticulously slicing ingredients on a wooden cutting board, while the chef on the right prepares sushi rolls with precision. The counter is organized with fresh ingredients, knives, and other tools, reflecting a professional kitchen environment. A fish tank with swimming fish is visible in the background, enhancing the restaurant's ambiance and reinforcing the seafood-centric theme. The only spoken line, 'Thank you,' is delivered at the very beginning, possibly from one chef to the other, indicating a moment of courtesy in a busy kitchen. The scene is static and unedited, with no visible signage, patrons, or broader context of the restaurant, but the setting is unmistakably a high-quality dining establishment focused on sushi preparation.
35-53 Harrington St
@foodiesydney
@foodiesydney
Junk Lounge
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$$VibrantPlayfulLivelyUnique cocktailsShare platesLive music
About the venue
Junk Lounge in Sydney is a vibrant bar located in the Overseas Passenger Terminal, featuring a lively atmosphere and a focus on unique cocktails since its establishment in 2013. The decor incorporates beachy elements combined with urban styling, and the menu includes share plates and pizzas. With its convenient waterfront location, the venue draws tourists and locals seeking a playful ambiance. Live music events regularly enhance the nightlife experience.
What the videos show
The video showcases a dining experience with a close-up of a plate of tuna sashimi arranged in a circular pattern around a red sauce, garnished with white cream and green leaves. Another dish featuring cooked meat on a bed of creamy yellow puree with mushrooms is also shown. The presence of a glass of water and a blurred background with another dish suggests a restaurant setting.
Level 1 Overseas Passenger Terminal
@foodiesydney
Izy aki
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SophisticatedRefinedContemporarySushi selectionOpen kitchenSake menu
About the venue
Izy Aki, located on Circular Quay in The Rocks, is an upscale Japanese dining space that opened in 2017. The restaurant specializes in sushi and sashimi, with a menu featuring unique rolls and an extensive sake selection. A standout feature is the open kitchen where chefs craft dishes visible to dining guests. The interior boasts traditional Japanese decor elements combined with modern touches for a refined dining experience.
What the videos show
The video showcases a plate containing two skewers of grilled meat, a piece of steak topped with vegetables, and some sauce. A small bowl filled with green paste and another small dish appear briefly. The camera pans slightly upward, revealing chopsticks and an empty white ceramic dish, before returning to focus on the plated meal.
6–8 Circular Quay W
@Beau_S.Yoo