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Salmon Nigiri in Istanbul

Restaurants in Istanbul serving Salmon Nigiri.

29 restaurantsMost common in: Barbaros Mahallesi, Istanbul, Yeşilköy MahallesiTürkçe →

🌍 Origin

Sushi in its modern nigiri form was developed in Edo-era Tokyo (then Edo) in the early 19th century as a fast street food — vinegared rice pressed by hand with raw fish. Istanbul's sushi scene evolved from all-you-can-eat chains in the 2000s to a serious second wave of Japanese-trained chefs and imported fish programs from the 2010s onward. The best restaurants source directly from Toyosu Market in Tokyo and use locally caught Aegean and Black Sea fish.

🧂 Key Ingredients

Japanese short-grain rice (seasoned with rice vinegar)wasabi (real or nori-wrapped)nori seaweedvarious fish (tuna, salmon, sea bass, scallop)soy saucegari (pickled ginger)

🍽️ How to Eat

Eat nigiri in one bite — placing the fish side down on your tongue maximises the flavour. Between pieces, cleanse the palate with gari (pickled ginger), not wasabi. Use soy sauce sparingly; dip the fish side, never the rice. At an omakase counter, let the chef set the pace and order. At Istanbul's top sushi restaurants, trust the chef's seasonal recommendation over the menu.

1

China Stix & Sushi

Yeşilköy Mahallesi · Restaurant · ₺₺

4.8
1.8K

China Stix & Sushi, Istanbul'da Cin ve Japon mutfaklarini bir arada sunarak sehrin Asya mutfagi arenasinda Yesilkoy'de ozgun bir yer edinmistir. Geleneksel Cin yemekleri ile suşi ve sashimi rulolari; tek bir mekanda birden fazla Asya mutfagini deneyimlemek isteyenler icin pratik ve kaliteli bir secenektir. 1.812 yorum ve 4.8 puanla bolgenin en populer Asya mutfagi restoranlarindan biridir.

Salmon NigiriDragon RollTuna TatakiEdamameSpicy Tuna Roll
2

Isokyo

Levazım Mahallesi · Sushi & Japanese · ₺₺₺₺

4.8
580

Isokyo is Istanbul's premier pan-Asian restaurant, located inside Raffles Istanbul Hotel at Zorlu Center, Beşiktaş. Michelin Guide Istanbul listed with a 4.8 rating. The restaurant spans Japanese (sushi, ramen), Chinese (dim sum, wok), Thai and Vietnamese cuisines in a stunning multi-level space. One of the most celebrated dining experiences in the city.

Dim SumSushiPeking DuckPad ThaiRamen
3

Sushico

Esentepe Mahallesi · Sushi & Japanese · ₺₺

4.7
2.2K

Sushico is a sushi & japanese restaurant located in Esentepe Mahallesi, Şişli, Istanbul.

Salmon NigiriDragon RollTuna TatakiEdamameSpicy Tuna Roll
4

Sushi Manga

Barbaros Mahallesi · Sushi & Japanese · ₺₺

4.7
2.2K

Sushi Manga is a sushi & japanese restaurant located in Barbaros Mahallesi, Ataşehir, Istanbul.

Salmon NigiriDragon RollTuna TatakiEdamameSpicy Tuna Roll
5

Sushi-G

Barbaros Mahallesi · Sushi · ₺₺

4.7
1.6K

Sushi-G is a sushi restaurant located in Barbaros Mahallesi, Ataşehir, Istanbul.

Salmon NigiriDragon RollTuna TatakiEdamameSpicy Tuna Roll
6

Sushi days

Adnan Kahveci Mahallesi · Sushi · ₺₺

4.7
1.6K

Sushi days is a sushi restaurant located in Adnan Kahveci Mahallesi, Beylikdüzü, Istanbul.

Salmon NigiriDragon RollTuna TatakiEdamameSpicy Tuna Roll
7

Jie - Chinese, Japanese, Thai Cuisine

Barbaros Mahallesi · Asya Mutfağı · ₺₺₺

4.7
320

Jie is an Asian fusion restaurant in Ataşehir, Istanbul, combining Chinese, Japanese and Thai cuisine under one roof. Serving sushi, wok dishes, dumplings and curries, Jie offers one of the few genuine pan-Asian dining experiences on Istanbul's Asian shore.

SushiDim SumPad ThaiPekin ÖrdeğiRamen
8

Orōro Sushi & Ramen Bar | Moda Bahçe

Kadıköy · Ramen Restaurant · ₺₺

4.7
1.6K

Orōro Sushi & Ramen Bar | Moda Bahçe is a ramen restaurant restaurant in Kadıköy, Kadıköy, Istanbul.

Salmon NigiriDragon RollTuna TatakiEdamameSpicy Tuna Roll
9

Maromi

Harbiye Mahallesi · Sushi & Japon · ₺₺

4.6
219

Maromi is a Sushi & Japanese restaurant in Harbiye Mahallesi, İstanbul. A mid-range venue offering scenic views, romantic setting. Popular dishes include Sushi Platosu, Tatlı Sushi, Maki Roli. Rated 4.6/5 based on 219 reviews.

Sushi PlatosuTatlı SushiMaki RoliSakura Soslu Sushi
10

Maderi sushi bar

Halaskargazi Mahallesi · Restaurant · ₺₺

4.6
1.2K

Maderi sushi bar is a restaurant restaurant located in Halaskargazi Mahallesi, Şişli, Istanbul.

Salmon NigiriDragon RollTuna TatakiEdamameSpicy Tuna Roll
11

No1 Culinaria

Zekeriyaköy Mahallesi · Turkish · ₺₺

4.6
134

No1 Culinaria is a turkish restaurant located in Zekeriyaköy Mahallesi, Sarıyer, Istanbul.

Salmon NigiriDragon RollTuna TatakiEdamameSpicy Tuna Roll
12

Sushi Lab

Kuruçeşme Mahallesi · Sushi · ₺₺₺₺

4.6
4.4K

Sushi Lab is a premium sushi destination in Kuruçeşme, Beşiktaş, offering omakase menus and creative Japanese-fusion rolls with views of the Bosphorus. Known for quality imported fish, clean presentation, and attentive service. One of Istanbul's top sushi spots.

OmakaseDragon RollTuna TatakiWagyu Nigiri
13

Sushi Manga Ataşehir

Küçükbakkalköy Mahallesi · Sushi · ₺₺₺

4.6
233

Sushi Manga Ataşehir is the Palladium AVM branch of Turkey's popular sushi chain. Offers accessible Japanese cuisine for shoppers and families on the Asian side of Istanbul. Reliable for a quick sushi fix.

California RollSalmon SashimiEdamameTeriyaki
14

Sushico Zen

Ataşehir · Sushi · ₺₺

4.6
556

Sushico Zen is a sushi restaurant in Ataşehir, Ataşehir, Istanbul.

Salmon NigiriDragon RollTuna TatakiEdamameSpicy Tuna Roll
15

Sushi & Spice

Beşiktaş · Sushi & Japon · ₺₺

4.5
3.1K

Sushi & Spice is a Sushi & Japanese restaurant in Beşiktaş, İstanbul. A mid-range venue with a welcoming atmosphere. Popular dishes include Sushi Roll, Noodle Soup, Karaage Soslu Sushi. Rated 4.5/5 based on 3,079 reviews.

Sushi RollNoodle SoupKaraage Soslu SushiYakitori Soslu Noodle
16

SushiCo

Bayrampaşa · Sushi · ₺₺

4.5
3.2K

SushiCo is a sushi restaurant in Bayrampaşa, Bayrampaşa, Istanbul.

Salmon NigiriDragon RollTuna TatakiEdamameSpicy Tuna Roll
17

SushiCo

Eyüp · Asian Restaurant · ₺₺

4.5
3.2K

SushiCo is a asian restaurant restaurant in Eyüp, Eyüpsultan, Istanbul.

Salmon NigiriDragon RollTuna TatakiEdamameSpicy Tuna Roll
18

SushiCo Suadiye

Bostancı Mahallesi · Sushi & Japon · ₺₺

4.3
905

SushiCo Suadiye is a Sushi & Japanese restaurant in Bostancı Mahallesi, İstanbul. A mid-range venue with a welcoming atmosphere. Rated 4.3/5 based on 905 reviews.

Salmon NigiriDragon RollTuna TatakiEdamameSpicy Tuna Roll
19

Tokyo Restaurant & Sushi Bar

Istanbul · Asian Fusion, Sushi Bars · ₺₺₺₺

4.2
3.2K

Tokyo Restaurant & Sushi Bar is located in Istanbul, Istanbul, offering Asian Fusion, Sushi Bars.

Salmon NigiriDragon RollTuna TatakiEdamameSpicy Tuna Roll
20

Sushiwind

Yeşilköy Mahallesi · Restaurant · ₺₺

4
394

Sushiwind is a restaurant restaurant located in Yeşilköy Mahallesi, Bakırköy, Istanbul.

Salmon NigiriDragon RollTuna TatakiEdamameSpicy Tuna Roll
21

SushiCo

Istanbul · Chinese, Japanese, Thai · ₺₺₺

3.6
7

SushiCo is located in Istanbul, Istanbul, offering Chinese, Japanese, Thai.

Salmon NigiriDragon RollTuna TatakiEdamameSpicy Tuna Roll
22

YO! Sushi

Tayakadın Mahallesi · Sushi · ₺₺

1.5
214

YO! Sushi is a sushi restaurant located in Tayakadın Mahallesi, Arnavutköy, Istanbul.

Salmon NigiriDragon RollTuna TatakiEdamameSpicy Tuna Roll
23

Noodle House

Halaskargazi Mahallesi · Chinese · ₺₺

Noodle House is a chinese restaurant located in Halaskargazi Mahallesi, Şişli, Istanbul.

Shoyu RamenTonkotsu RamenPad ThaiGyozaEdamame
24

Sushi Manga Etiler

Etiler Mahallesi · Sushi · ₺₺₺

Sushi Manga Etiler is located inside Akmerkez shopping center. Part of the popular Turkish sushi chain, it offers an approachable Japanese menu with sushi rolls, miso soup, and teriyaki dishes at moderate prices. Family-friendly and convenient for shoppers.

California RollSalmon NigiriTeriyaki ChickenMiso Soup
25

Sushi Manga Göktürk

Göktürk Merkez Mahallesi · Sushi · ₺₺₺

Sushi Manga Göktürk serves the upscale Göktürk residential area of Eyüpsultan with standard Japanese chain fare. Good option for Göktürk residents who want sushi without traveling to the city center.

Sushi RollsSalmon NigiriMiso RamenGyoza
26

Miyabi

Bebek Mahallesi · Sushi · ₺₺₺

Miyabi is a Japanese restaurant in the upscale Bebek neighborhood with a coveted Bosphorus-facing terrace. The menu spans classic nigiri, creative maki rolls, and seasonal omakase menus. A romantic setting popular for date nights and special occasions.

OmakaseSpicy Tuna RollSalmon TatakiGyoza
27

Udonya

Istanbul · Japanese, Sushi Bars · ₺₺₺

Udonya is located in Istanbul, Istanbul, offering Japanese, Sushi Bars.

Shoyu RamenTonkotsu RamenPad ThaiGyozaEdamame
28

Kawaii Chinese & Sushi

Ataşehir · Chinese Restaurant · ₺₺

Kawaii Chinese & Sushi is a chinese restaurant restaurant in Ataşehir, Ataşehir, Istanbul.

Salmon NigiriDragon RollTuna TatakiEdamameSpicy Tuna Roll
29

Sushinami İstanbul

İstanbul · Asian Restaurant · ₺₺

Sushinami İstanbul is a asian restaurant restaurant in İstanbul, Ümraniye, Istanbul.

Salmon NigiriDragon RollTuna TatakiEdamameSpicy Tuna Roll

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