If you are looking for the best places for sushi, look no further, we have the list of the top sushi restaurants in Sherman Oaks and some terms used in Sushi Restaurants that might make ordering sushi easier.

Sushi Restaurants in Sherman Oaks, CA

Midori Sushi

13905 Ventura Blvd
Sherman Oaks, CA 91423

Dojo Sushi

14423 Ventura Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 91423

M Isakaya Sushi

13573 Ventura Blvd
Sherman Oaks, CA 91423

Sushi Terms

The word sushi refers to the rice that is typically wrapped into a roll or placed under a small piece of fish, but in America the term sushi is more of a style of Japanese inspired food and any seafood or vegetable served with this sweet rice is referred to as sushi.

Here are some terms that might help you the next time you order sushi.

Maki refers to sushi in a roll where sushi rice and other ingredients are rolled inside of nori seaweed. These are often referred to as a roll.

Nori is the thing sheets of seaweed that has been dried and then toasted and used as part of a sushi roll.

Nigiri sushi is a slice of fresh fish that tops a mound of vinegar seasoned sushi rice.

Roe is fish eggs or caviar and is often used to top or coat sushi rolls.  Roe adds a nice crunch and saltiness to most sushi rolls.

Sake is an un-distilled rice wine that is served hot or cold.

Sashimi is simply sliced fresh fish.

Wasabi is that green goodness that adds a burst of flavor and heat to your sushi and is typically served along side of your sushi.

Now that you have tips to the best places to get sushi in Sherman Oaks and tips on ordering, we hope that you will try some of these spots and suggest additional ones.