Here are the Top 5 best-rated sushi restaurants in Columbus

Sushi is one of those great equalizers in food — you either love it or hate it. Luckily, for those who love it, Columbus has some top-notch restaurants to sate your sushi fix.

We’ve combined the rankings from TripAdvisor, Yelp and Google Reviews to create this list of the top 5 best-rated sushi restaurants in Columbus. A lot of these restaurants also serve up great Thai food and other delights.

Give them a try, and remember that a lot of the time these rankings are very close. Check out all the great sushi restaurants in Columbus so you don’t miss out, and read some of our other lists too if you’re in the mood for something a little different.

1. Lemongrass Thai and Sushi

Lemongrass at 2435 Wynnton Road swooped in for the top spot on the list. Reviewers love the service, atmosphere and presentation of this Midtown restaurant’s dishes, including vegan friendly options. In an interview with the Ledger-Enquirer, the owners said they want to make sure that customers feel like they’re eating at home and are being cared for.

2. Wasabi Sushi and Bar

Reviewers say Wasabi Sushi and Bar at 5414 Whittlesey Blvd puts extra thought and care into their sushi rolls — as well as a lot of fresh, tasty fish. One thing reviewers are heaping extra praise for is the sauces — something that tends to be a knock for other restaurants.

3. Samurai II Sushi and Hibachi

Samurai has a prominent location on Broadway, but reviewers say that their second location at 1979 N. Lake Parkway is another great place to check out. Super speedy service, beautiful presentation and fresh, creative sushi creations make this Samurai location a standout.

4. Yamakazi Sushi and Hibachi

Reviewers love Yamakazi Sushi and Hibachi at 6516 Kitten Lake Drive for all the little things they do for their customers. The employees “take pride in the establishment,” and each meal comes with a small dessert. It’s a small place, but customers say the sushi, hibachi and service is some of the best in town.

5. JL Japanese Express

This quick stop is more than meets the eye. Reviewers say that this little Japanese restaurant at 5555 Whittlesey Blvd is a great choice for when you’re out and about and ready for a quick sushi lunch or dinner. Reasonable prices and unique sushi rolls are a big hit for this spot as well.

This story was originally published September 19, 2017 at 2:08 PM with the headline "Here are the Top 5 best-rated sushi restaurants in Columbus."