Izumi Sushi Bar + Asian Bistro

If you're on the South Hill and craving sushi, this is the place to go. Friendly staff, a broad menu, and I love their twist on fresh oysters.

Izumi has quietly become a South Hill favorite for fresh sushi and wok-fired Chinese entrees, with fans specifically calling out the minimal-rice style of the rolls as proof the fish is doing the talking. The Kamikaze and Godzilla rolls, rainbow Naruto, and General Tso's chicken all show up again and again in reviews, and the recent remodel gave the space a cleaner, more elegant feel without losing its neighborhood warmth.

It's a good value relative to other Spokane sushi spots, versatile enough for a casual dinner or something a little more special. A few reviews mention rolls running small for the price, and one flagged an undisclosed gratuity charge on a takeout order — worth double-checking your receipt. Otherwise, this remains one of the more consistently well-reviewed sushi spots in the city.