Sushi Corner
94 Cowley Road, Oxford, OX4 1JE, GB
Rating: 4.4 ★ (342 ratings)
Details
Sushi Corner on Cowley Road, though possessing a modest shopfront, opens into a clean, bright, and delightfully decorated interior. The atmosphere is often described as cosy, with appetising pictures of sushi adorning the walls and charming waving cats near the counter, providing an authentic and welcoming Japanese character. It stands out for its genuine feel and inviting setting, making it a popular spot in Oxford.
The restaurant specialises in a wide array of authentic and delicious sushi and other Japanese cuisine. Diners can enjoy an extensive menu featuring sushi rolls, sashimi, and nigiri, alongside bento boxes, donburi, and various fried noodle and rice dishes. Notable menu items frequently praised include the Pan-fried Chicken Gyoza, Spicy Tuna Sushi Rolls, and Salmon and Avocado rolls, all known for their fresh ingredients and generous portions. Hot Japanese Green Tea is also available to complement your meal.
This establishment proves ideal for both locals and students seeking quality Japanese fare without excessive frills. Its casual dine-in atmosphere and very reasonable prices make it perfect for relaxed meals with friends or family, including larger groups. Whether you are after a quick takeaway or a pleasant sit-down experience, Sushi Corner caters well to everyday dining occasions.
Location
Opening Hours
Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM; Wednesday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM; Thursday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM; Friday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM; Saturday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM; Sunday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM
Contact
+44 1865 243028
Comments
The sashimi didn’t feel fresh and wasn’t juicy. The rainbow roll was wrapped with too much rice but the avocado inside was nice. The unagi don was good but not spectacular. Happy that it came with miso soup! The salmon sashimi comes as 4 pieces as I’ve asked the waitress but to my pleasant surprise we were given 5! The soft shell crab batter is too thick so was quite hard instead of crispy.
Overall experience 5/10 and wouldn’t come again. One positive thing is that there is no service charge and the price was very good for a Japanese resto!
I got a salmon platter, which gave me a delightful variety of different types of sushi to try - I definitely recommend this option if you're looking to try a few different styles. The seaweed salad was refreshing and delicious. The strawberry mochi was not my favorite, but not bad.
The waitress was very friendly and patient as I took a while to decide. I'd love to come here again.
We also tried to go to Taberu but it's closed. It had better reviews than sushi corner but we're really glad we ended up here.
It opened our eyes to a whole world of fishy rice. The staff were friendly and helped us work out what we wanted from the menu. The place was really comfortable - at peak times people had to wait for a table but never too long.
For a starter we had pumpkin croquettes which were delicious. The mayonnaise was vinegary and straight up one of the best parts of the meal. We also had agadashi tofu which was soft, sweet and in a delicious broth. We also had some edemame which were alright I guess.
My girlfriend had a unagi don. I think eating eel is pretty dodgy but she seemed to have a good time. We had sets which were both great. I chose the special family one because it had salmon skin and holy hot damn let me tell you that's so good. It's hours later and I'm still thinking about that crunchy salmony goodness. It's a life changer, so good. Mackerel is my favourite fish and they did it justice on the nigiri too.
For desert they all strawberry mochi but I had tofu pockets which were nice and sweet as a finale. Also we had some hot tea which was great. The glasses were so pretty they looked like artefacts from the national history museum.
10/10 restaurant it's the most I've enjoyed a meal in ages. What's the deal with the video they're playing of dodgy actresses pretending to enjoy sushi? They really went with the take where she dribbles half of it down her chin?
Everything we ordered tasted incredibly authentic. The atmosphere in the dining room is warm and welcoming with comfortable orange seating. We will definitely be back again soon.