Tantalize your taste buds with the best sushi in Champaign-Urbana
Did you know that the term sushi originally just referred to the rice inside the ever popular “sushi rolls?” This traditional Japanese favorite has become a staple to many readers in Champaign-Urbana and it is a popular question received at Chambanamoms: “Where can I go to get good sushi in Champaign-Urbana?” (Fun fact: New Illinois football coach Bret Bielema’s favorite food is sushi.) We asked for your suggestions and your recommendations did not disappoint.
While Sam’s Club, Meijer, and Schnucks all received many honorable mentions for their extensive sushi selections, we list locally owned restaurants and businesses in our food trail posts. One sushi aficionado makes sure to ask for soy, ginger, and wasabi when placing an order. As she says, “It’s just things that are not typically kept on hand and you can’t easily ask for more once you get back home.”
Here are your most suggested sushi establishments around Champaign-Urbana:
Cheese and Crackers, 1715 W. Kirby Ave., Champaign: “We buy sushi grade fish from Cheese and Crackers and make sushi at home. We like to eat it sashimi style. Delicious.”
Harvest Market, 2029 S. Neil St., Champaign: “I’ve had really good sushi at Harvest Market. It is made fresh and prepackaged near the deli.” “Go at the right time of day and you can watch your sushi being made right before your eyes.”
KoFusion, 30 E. Main St., Champaign: “We love the new KoFusion. They have a beautiful outdoor seating area.” “We order takeout from KoFusion. They have a super easy online ordering system.”
Kung Fu Tea, 707 S. 6th St., Suite 107, Champaign: “Kung Fu Tea has a build-your-own sushi burrito (like a fat roll) and poke bowl (deconstructed sushi roll in a bowl) that we like to order.”
Oishi Asian Cuisine, 2501 N. Prospect Ave., Champaign: “Oishi has a huge menu, and is great if someone in your party doesn’t like sushi (they have other options).” ”Oishi’s Jimmy’s Sexy Roll is amazing! I’ve not been too adventurous other than that (maybe had 3 or 4 other rolls), but that is the bomb!” “Oishi has a lunch special for sushi that are a great deal!” “Try the Jimmy’s Sexy Roll. You’ll thank me later.”

Know of someone that we forgot? Email us and let us know what makes their sushi noteworthy and memorable.
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