Fresh, tangy, crunchy, delicious – what’s not to love? If you’re like me, you now have a serious sushi craving and are doing a mad Google search to find your nearest sushi special spot. Put down the phone, because we’ve got you covered!
Morningside and Glenwood
Ding Feng
A relatively new spot on the Florida Road strip, Ding Feng does killer sushi! Plus, it doesn’t skimp on the wasabi, ginger and soy if you’re getting a takeaway. Cop half price on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays.
Try this: the seared tuna fashion sandwiches.
Taco Sushi
Don’t knock it till you try it. Taco Sushi offers daily half price specials, as well as fresh, delicious sushi and an impressive sushi menu.
Try this: the prawn tempura cucumber rolls.
The Sushi Corner
This is a small, intimate spot with unrivalled sushi, The Sushi Corner is perfect for chow and a great vibe. Head there for half price on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays.
Try this: don’t skip the Drowning Prawn.
Green Mango
While it doesn’t do specials, it’s worth saving up for Green Mango’s top-notch sushi menu.
Try this: spicy seared salmon sashimi
Durban North and Umhlanga Area
Bite Your Tongue
Sit around the sushi bar and enjoy some top-class sushi, perhaps even with an authentic Asian beer. Half price specials are available on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays.
Try this: the bean curd nigiri is a must. Also, don’t be shy to ask for extra Asian mayo.
Bamboo Sushi Lounge
The original spot for sushi buffets, Bamboo Sushi offer a great menu, as well as specials – including every day half-price specials on selected sushi and R185 sushi buffets!
Try this: order the sweetened prawn Gunkan.
Upper Highway area
Takami Sushi Bar
A small, underrated spot with top-class sushi! Head to Takami in Gillitts, and take advantage of the specials, including “buy one, get one free” Mondays and Tuesdays, and 30% off sushi from Wednesday to Sunday.
Try this: order an extra portion of the salmon roses – you won’t regret it!
Tashiky Sushi
Head to the Oxford Village Market to get your sushi fix from Tashiky. Known for signature sushi dishes, Tashiky offers R149 ladies’ night specials.
Try this: the tempura Cali rolls will blow your mind!
Ding Feng
031 303 2887
Taco Sushi
031 303 9584
The Sushi Corner
078 535 8659
Green Mango
031 312 7054
Bite Your Tongue
031 563 4419
Bamboo Sushi Lounge
031 561 2705
Takami Sushi Bar
078 900 8694
Tashiky Sushi
031 765 3897
Words: Jenna Kelly | Images: iStock
