Trying to track every new sushi spot in Guimarães might leave you dizzy. So let this list guide you instead. These are the bars that shimmer with the most promise—though we can’t vouch for every slice we haven’t tasted yet. Venture forth as a trailblazer, or simply follow our picks to see which rolls truly earned their place.
Temple Guimarães
Turns out, Temple Guimarães doesn’t just serve basic sushi rolls. The team behind this luxurious sushi destination offers a high-quality experience, so you can enjoy super fresh salmon temaki, excellent presentation, and a satisfying variety of hot and cold foods to keep your dining expectations met. And you can do that with quick, pleasant service in a well-lit, cozy space that feels spacious compared to other spots, though you’ll need cash on hand—thankfully, an ATM is just around the corner.
Restaurante Japonês – SUSHI EM TUA CASA
You know what Guimarães needs more of? Sushi delivery. Just kidding. We’d never say that. But Restaurante Japonês – SUSHI EM TUA CASA, which offers high-quality sushi and noodles at affordable prices, comes with a top delivery service that brings the food right to your door. The restaurant also has friendly staff ready to help, promotions for loyal customers, and vegetarian options available, making it a great choice for those with dietary restrictions.
Roiyaru Sushi House
Roiyaru Sushi House is a Japanese restaurant in Guimarães, that’s known for its all-you-can-eat sushi. Yes, it’s another buffet-style sushi spot to open in the area, and we’ve already added them to our must-try list. The fresh sushi is prepared on the spot with beautiful presentation, and the staff is friendly and welcoming, creating a pleasant atmosphere. Despite busy times, the service remains efficient, making it an ideal spot for a meal.
Vegetarian options are available, and customers often describe the sushi as feeling like heaven. However, some recent feedback has highlighted issues with the saltiness, which they should address. Overall, it’s one of the best places to enjoy sushi around.
Taberna do Parque
Taberna do Parque comes from the team behind some of Guimaraes’ most beloved casual spots. They’ve settled into their location with a straightforward, satisfying menu of francesinha pizza wraps, burgers, and excellent beers. Coming soon: more hearty meat dishes and creative potato sides.
Chalé do Park (Miyuki)
Chalé do Park has been serving sensational sushi and sashimi for years, but now it’s found a permanent spot among Guimaraes’ best sushi bars. And there’s a full menu of impeccable dishes, like fresh sashimi platters, fusion-style sushi rolls, and matcha-flavored mochis for dessert, to go with that incredible view. The service stays friendly and attentive, with staff like Mauro making sure every guest feels cared for—they even improvised a ramp during construction for wheelchair access.
It’s a bit pricey at around €60 per person, but you’re paying for extreme quality in a space with warm lighting and comfortable seating that welcomes families. The whole experience feels worth it when you’re enjoying the best sushi you’ve ever eaten while taking in that fantastic panorama.
Seiko
Yes, the name is straightforward. But it sets the tone for a welcoming experience where you can enjoy all-you-can-eat sushi and feel right at home. There are beautiful presentations on the menu—featuring miso soup and creative rolls—to go with the skilled chefs’ surprising new creations. The staff makes a genuine effort despite language limitations, and the decor adds quirky charm with its big entrance step and unique bathroom arrangements.
Sushi Brazil Portugal.Oficial
This long-awaited sushi bar has finally opened in Guimaraes, offering a delightful dining experience with a varied and flavorful sushi selection. The omakase-style dining is a must-try, providing an outstanding value with dishes like nigiri, sashimi, and creative rolls. The service is pleasant, and the owner values friendly communication, creating a welcoming atmosphere.
While a bit pricey, with omakase running around €60 per person, the restaurant is a fantastic choice for sushi enthusiasts looking for quality and authenticity.
Sushi em tua casa – Braga
With its straightforward approach and reliable quality, Sushi em tua casa delivers exactly what it promises: fresh, well-made sushi with interesting flavor combinations. They offer a vegetarian menu, a children’s menu, and can accommodate dietary restrictions, making it a versatile choice for various cravings. The staff is friendly and attentive, showing genuine concern for customers, even if delivery can sometimes be slow.
Prices are reasonable, providing good value for those seeking sushi at home. However, the hot sushi menu may not impress everyone, with some finding the fried pieces a bit too sweet. Overall, it’s a solid option for satisfying your sushi needs.
Kobe Lin Sushi
This Guimaraes-based sushi bar chose the a la carte buffet format for its dining experience, bringing its fresh and high-quality sushi pieces with it. Also along for the ride: a host of temakis and sashimi as standouts, combos featuring both fried and non-fried pieces, and attentive service happy to accommodate special requests. The pleasant atmosphere and well-prepared food come at fair prices, though the limited menu selection might leave some wanting more.
Overall, it’s become a favorite in the region for its personalized dining experience.
Formigas
Formigas has settled into its picturesque chapter in the park. The new location in this beautiful green space carries over the romantic atmosphere and cozy feel of its original concept, while adding warm ambient lighting, intimate tables, and a welcoming dining area for families and gatherings. Expect two standout dishes: one featuring the impeccable Naco de Vitela, and the other showcasing the breaded shrimp starter with succulent flavors.
The staff provides outstanding service, making everyone from couples to families with babies feel genuinely welcome.
Mikado Braga
The acclaimed sushi destination with a reputation for quality has established itself as one of the top spots in Braga. The restaurant offers the same commitment to excellence across all aspects, including their varied and fresh sushi selection that makes for a great quality/price choice, but also a standout feature: the personalized table service—an attentive approach that ensures preferences are met, led by the praised Érica and the friendly staff.
Despite the slightly higher price point, the delicious sushi is worth it, catering even to selective eaters and making dining here a great experience. Highly recommended for a satisfying sushi dining experience in Braga.
Michizaki
Guimaraes’ Michizaki offers a new take on Japanese dining. You’ll find exceptional sashimi, nigiri, and maki, with the mackerel, lily, turbot, sea bass, salmon, and sea bream nigiri praised for their freshness. The Salmon Maki Shake is perfect, while the Onigiri is tasty, though lacking in sesame flavor. The restaurant also features a beautiful à la carte selection and refined dishes, with some original creations like the smoked duck spring roll.
The products are very fresh and the presentation impeccable, making it feel quite authentic. Service is quick and pleasant, with smiling and efficient staff. The atmosphere is nice, though the space is small and reservations are recommended. The restaurant shows a willingness to accommodate preferences, such as requesting more wasabi or adapting dishes for vegetarians.
While the sushi and sashimi are highly praised, some other dishes like Gyu Niku Yakisoba and Miso Tori Ramen received mixed reviews, with some feeling they lacked flavor or balance. The offering of unique items and the ability to share a selection make it appealing. The Sake Sangria and Sesame Fondant are also enjoyed.
Overall, Michizaki remains a good choice for those seeking authentic Japanese food with fresh ingredients and reasonable prices, even as some notice a decline in quality and personalization over the years.
Alma d’Eça
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Alma d’Eça stands out from Guimaraes’ traditional Portuguese eateries—this delightful restaurant oasis serves super fresh sushi along with Italian risottos and quality steaks. You’ll find delicious gyozas with different dipping sauces, a variety of miso soups, and crispy sushi rolls stuffed with fresh fish and vegetables.
Sushi & Grill
One of the most reliable spots in Guimaraes, Sushi & Grill brings affordable sushi and grilled specialties to the local dining scene. It’s your neighborhood go-to realized, complete with cozy seating, friendly service, and dishes blending fresh ingredients into satisfying—if not adventurous—balance. Their clean, well-organized space is the place to be for a quick, quality meal.
Hanami (Hanami Sushi Braga Parque)
Hanami Sushi Braga Parque offers excellent sushi with a clean space where you can watch your order being prepared. You can enjoy dishes like menus 2 and 7 with delicious and crispy flavors inside the wheelchair-accessible dining area or near the elevators with the mini ramp. Friendly service completes the experience, making it a recommended dining option. How do we know? It’s already on our Best Sushi Bars list.
Yamazaki
Yamazaki, a welcoming sushi spot in a convenient location, just updated its offerings for 2026. Inside, it’s clean and modern: bright lighting, simple wooden tables, and the occasional Japanese print adding a bit of character. The menu still features all their reliable options, including the impressive sushi festival, quality nigiri selections, and the all-you-can-eat variety that keeps things interesting.
Taberna do Sushi fafe
Taberna do Sushi Fafe stands out as a popular destination for Asian cuisine in Guimaraes, bringing carefully crafted sushi and hot dishes to the local dining scene. They have the classics—high-quality sushi rolls and nigiri—along with special festival menus like the Asia Sushi Festival that showcase more creative flavor combinations. You can enjoy the impressive presentation with every dish, or go hearty with one of their Angus beef burgers.
The modern environment and friendly staff make it a welcoming spot worth visiting multiple times, offering good value in a convenient location with parking.
Sushi&Co.
Sushi&Co., a sushi bar from Guimaraes, has established itself as a local favorite. The restaurant is known for its excellent quality sushi at a good price, with customers praising the fresh and delicious vegetarian options. The staff is friendly and helpful, with service available in English for international visitors. Some diners even claim it’s the best sushi they’ve ever had, despite occasionally missing a more complex piece.
Helping the experience: generous portions with extra pieces included, well-prepared sushi with ample fish and rice, and an overall satisfying meal that keeps people coming back.
Sushi Misake
Both the chef and the manager at Sushi Misake are behind this Guimaraes establishment. The clean and inviting space is loaded with sushi like fresh salmon nigiri, vegetable rolls, kid-friendly pasta, fried shrimp, and shredded chicken. There are plenty of tables for family dining opportunities along with efficient service from, who else, the attentive staff.
