Sushi Zushi combines three things that Singaporeans love: sushi, omakase-style dining, and a good deal. The first thing you'll notice is its unconventional layout, consisting of two islands with counter seats where you get to watch the chefs prepare everything before your eyes. The sushi is served directly by hand onto wooden trays on the countertop – similar to how it’s done in omakase restaurants, except that here, you get to pick what you eat.
At Sushi Zushi, the standard salmon nigiri goes at $2 for two pieces, as does a range of other gunkan and nigiri. But you’ll also spot more premium offerings on the menu like scallop nigiri ($9 for two), otoro nigiri ($12 for two), uni handrolls ($20), and snow crab nigiri ($12 for two) – definitely on the higher side in terms of pricing, but still not astronomical. On top of the usual suspects like aka ebi, unagi, tuna, and others, there are also lesser-seen ingredients like engawa (flatfish fin) and anago (conger eel). Hokkaido Sansanmaru rice is hand-beaten twice daily and mixed with red vinegar from Tokyo, giving it a distinct brown hue.
And no visit to Sushi Zushi is complete without ordering one of its handrolls. There’s a dizzying selection of 19 to choose from, with some like the ebi, California, spicy tuna, salmon avocado, aburi engawa, and salmon skin decently priced at $4.50. Of course, more indulgent options like uni and ikura ($20) and wagyu beef ($9) are also available. Be warned though, these can fill you up fast.