Sushi J

Sort of loud with a cheap karaoke bar feel but don't let the 'also ran' atmosphere dissuade you from some of the freshest and best executed Sushi in the West. Go for the culinary artistry not the scene.

The 'Must Try'- Tough to beat the sashimi lunch

Hiro Sushi

From the outside it looks a typical Scottsdale strip mall.  But open that door and you will be instantly transported to an awesome Izakaya style restaurant you'd likely find tucked away on one of Tokyo's busy side streets.  While they do have menu items that cater to our Western tastes the experience is far more enriching when you leave the familiar script and get a little more adventurous. 

The 'Must Try'- Their Chirashi

Hana Japanese Eatery

Unlike Jiro I don't always dream of sushi.  But with Hana you get something that stands out from the sea of bland rolls that most of us experience. You have to elbow your way through countless hipsters to find a spot but by the time your first tray of flaming Salmon Sashimi arrives all is forgiven and you are well on your way to one of Phoenix's finest sushi experiences.
The 'Must Try'- The Maguro Tuna