Ichi-Umi Sushi

Ichi-Umi Sushi (formerly known as Haru and Hanabi Sushi) is a solid, dependable, and affordable sushi spot, right off of Research Boulevard by the Arboretum. Which is why it’s almost always full of families and shoppers alike, and why there’s almost always a small, if manageable wait to get a table during peak hours. Ichi-Umi is nothing fancy, but it’s a great option for a casual weeknight dinner with pretty high quality sushi. One of the specialties is the aburi-style sushi that’s lightly seared, but our favorite thing to order is the Kaisen Don, the rice bowl topped with a nearly literal mountain of seafood.

photo credit: Raphael Brion