Welcome to Sushiya
Sushiya, located in Williamsburg, VA, is a charming family-owned Japanese restaurant that delights diners with its authentic sushi and warm atmosphere. Known for its fresh ingredients and consistent quality, Sushiya offers a diverse menu, including innovative creations like the Hama Calamari and savory bento boxes. Patrons rave about the attentive service and the cozy vibe, making it the perfect spot for casual dinners or special occasions. Additionally, the restaurant's signature dishes, such as the sushi boat and tempura ice cream, highlight the artistry and flavor that define Japanese cuisine. At Sushiya, every meal is a memorable culinary experience.
- 4511 John Tyler Hwy, Williamsburg, VA 23185 Hotline: (757) 229-1212
Welcome to Sushiya, a hidden gem of Japanese cuisine nestled in the heart of Williamsburg, Virginia. Located at 4511 John Tyler Hwy, this family-owned sushi house combines authenticity with a warm, welcoming atmosphere, creating an experience that feels both special and inviting. As you step inside, you're greeted by familiar faces—the consistency of having the same servers and sushi chefs speaks volumes about their commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.
Sushiya offers a diverse menu that caters to all palates, from fresh sushi and sashimi to delightful warm and cold appetizers. The highlight of their offerings is undoubtedly the sushi boat for two, which features an impressive array of nigiri, sashimi, and rolls for just $65, allowing you to sample the best they have to offer. Many patrons have raved about the impeccable freshness and vibrant flavors, emphasizing how each roll maintains its unique taste, making it a delightful culinary adventure.
- Warm Appetizer: Try the Dynamite, featuring baked scallops and shiitake mushrooms in a mildly spicy creamy sauce for an explosion of flavors at $18.
- Cold Appetizers: The Ika Sansai is a must-try—marinated squid salad in a spicy sesame oil that will leave your taste buds tingling for just $9.
- Soups & Salads: Don't overlook their Teriyaki Chicken Salad ($15), served with a delightful sesame dressing, perfect for a lighter start to your meal.
The ambiance of Sushiya is low-key and relaxed, making it an ideal spot for any occasion, whether it’s a girls' night out or a cozy dinner in sweats. Many customers have noted that while the wait may be longer than expected, the quality of the food more than compensates for it. A supportive community of sushi lovers frequently returns for the attentiveness of the staff and the flavorful dishes crafted by dedicated chefs.
Your dining experience at Sushiya would be incomplete without indulging in their signature dessert: tempura ice cream. This exquisite treat—vanilla ice cream rolled in tempura batter and fried—is not to be missed; it's a delightful way to conclude your meal.
If you're craving high-quality sushi without breaking the bank, Sushiya should definitely be on your radar. With its exceptional food, attentive service, and cozy atmosphere, it encapsulates everything that makes Japanese dining memorable. So come by, be prepared to wait a bit, but know that good things come to those who wait—delicious things, that is!
For inquiries or to make a reservation, feel free to call them at (757) 229-1212. Sushiya promises an immersive culinary journey that will have you returning for more!

The best Japanese for miles. I always get the bento box for dinner. Great amount of choice to try different dishes.

Sushiya is a much smaller sushi house compared to others in the area. It's family owned and you will always have the same sever and the same two sushi chefs. The consistency is what makes the sushi so good! However, because this place is a smaller restaurant, you will also have to wait a little longer than you may be used to. But the sushi is well worth the wait. Everything comes out fresh, the flavors between the various rolls are independent of one another and the portions are impressive! There's something on the menu for everyone. Sushiya is also a low key atmosphere. You can go out for girls night, or wear your sweats; everyone is welcome. Definitely a great option for sushi in the burg.

The sushi is fabulous and reasonably priced, considering the usual price for such things. We had the sushi boat for two, which had nigiri, sashimi, and roll; it was fantastic and cost $65. The device is very attentive and polite as well.

First time trying this place for dinner tonight, Friday at 5:30pm. It was still pretty early so it wasn't crowded yet which was great because service was good. Only about 4 tables were occupied and there were 2 servers plus a sushi chef. We ordered the vegetable tempura appetizer $6, avocado sushi rolls $4, shrimp tempura sushi rolls $6, Sushi & sashimi combination platter B (see photo) assortment $29, dinner bento box B which had teriyaki shrimp, shumai, seaweed salad, shrimp & veggie tempura, CA rolls $25. We spent about $100 total with the tip. Everything tasted really good.. But the veggie tempura appetizer and the avocado rolls and shrimp tempura rolls were pretty small. But we will still go back again since the food and service were good.

Visiting Williamsburg from NC, and we love Japanese food so we decided to eat here tonight. The host greeted us with a sweet n cheery attitude and sat us right away. The waitress took our order with promptness. She was fantastic. The food was delicious! Service was fast and friendly.

The service was awesome, and the food SO GOOD. If you have a sushi craving like I did.... You'll be so happy you came here!

What a delicious meal. Had so many things. All delicious. Had suggested squid salad. That was super good. It's not fast, but worth it.

We had a great dinner here. We got the shumai as an appetizer and it was lite and delicious. We got 5 rolls: Kani roll, devils roll with jalapeño and sriracha, Spicy carb roll, shrimp tempura roll, and a spicy tuna toll. They were all fresh and super tasty. But nothing compared to the tempura ice cream. It was vanilla ice cream rolled in tempura batter and fried. It was a special but if you see it get it. Only issue was we got soda that tasted funny but they replaced it no issues. Good/fast service, great location, and delicious food.