Welcome to Ino Sushi
At Ino Sushi, located at 116A Market St, Clifton, NJ, a passion for authentic Japanese cuisine shines through. This family-owned gem specializes solely in sushi, ensuring each dish reflects exquisite craftsmanship and freshness. Guests rave about the delightful simplicity of the menu, which features meticulously prepared rolls and high-quality sashimi. The warm ambiance and personal service create a cozy, welcoming atmosphere that enhances the dining experience. Highlights include the beautifully presented Yellowtail Rolls and the must-try Kani Salad, which strikes the perfect balance of flavors. For those seeking true sushi excellence in a charming setting, Ino Sushi is a must-visit.
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116A Market St, Clifton, NJ 07012 Hotline: (973) 815-0801
Welcome to Ino Sushi, a delightful gem located in the heart of Clifton, NJ. This charming eatery at 116A Market St has quickly carved out a special place in the local dining scene, renowned for its authentic Japanese sushi experience. With a focus on simplicity and quality, Ino Sushi is all about celebrating the clean, bright flavors of expertly prepared sushi, sashimi, and a few select appetizers.
Stepping inside, you’re greeted by an intimate atmosphere — it’s a cozy, family-run establishment where the owners’ passion for sushi shines through. Although the space is small, it offers an inviting zen ambiance that makes each visit feel personal. The warm hospitality further enhances your dining experience, with the sushi chef and his partner treating every customer like family.
Menu Highlights
The menu at Ino Sushi is refreshingly straightforward, allowing their sushi offerings to take center stage. Here are some highlights:
- Sashimi: Choose from Regular or Deluxe options for a raw experience that'll tantalize your taste buds.
- A La Carte: From Shrimp and Tobiko to Ikura and Octopus, the selection is fresh and varied.
- Appetizers: Start your meal with Edamame, Seaweed Salad, or Miso Soup - each dish sets a perfect stage for the dynamic sushi offerings.
Customer reviews consistently highlight the freshness of ingredients and the expert craftsmanship behind each sushi roll. For instance, the Yellowtail Roll has garnered rave reviews for its freshness and perfectly cooked rice. The Kani Salad is a must-try, striking a balance between flavor and light seasoning — making it a favorite among repeat visitors.
A Local Favorite
Many patrons have praised Ino Sushi as an ideal spot for takeout, especially when craving a sushi night at home. With BYOB options available, diners can easily pair their sushi with their favorite beverages, enhancing the overall experience.
Viviana B. aptly describes it as "a hole in the wall Authentic Japanese restaurant" that delivers remarkable food in a cozy setting. Jake S. echoes this sentiment, emphasizing the owners’ dedication and the quality of the sushi, with a special mention of their delicious Miso Soup and house blend tea.
Ino Sushi isn’t about the bells and whistles; it’s about creating a genuine sushi experience. If you’re looking for a place that specializes in sushi without the distractions of a wider menu, this is it. The steady trickle of customers speaks volumes; people return not just for the excellent food, but for the sense of community nurtured within its walls.
So why not stop by and discover why this little sushi haven has captured the hearts and palates of so many? Ino Sushi invites you to savor the simple pleasures of well-crafted sushi in a warm, welcoming environment. You’ll definitely leave with a happy belly and a desire to return.
A hole in the wall Authentic Japanese restaurant. The food was very fresh. We took our food to go and they packed it in a large container all combined. I would have thought it would be served in individual trays. The presentation was surprisingly good. The restaurant is extremely small and not recommended for large crowds. It was a very personable experience. Recommend for a to go sushi night.
New to Clifton and we were craving Sushi. We passed by this place a few times and today was the night to try it out. We have happy bellies to say the least :) This place only serve sushi and a few bowls. No teriyaki dishes or ramen ..just sushi. You know it's good when they only make/specialize in Sushi. BYOB too! Enjoy and support local businesses
Ino Sushi is a delightful little sushi restaurant that refreshingly just does sushi. If you're looking for teriyaki or tempura, you'll need to head elsewhere. Unlike Japan where you go to a sushi restaurant for sushi and if you want tempura you go to a tempura restaurant, most sushi restaurants in the U.S. serve a wide variety of Japanese foods that include sushi. That's not necessarily a bad thing, but I enjoy restaurants that specialize, and that was one of the things that appealed to me about Ino Sushi. I didn't have a large meal. In fact, it was quite small; just a Yellowtail Roll with Scallion, but that single roll was excellent. The fish tasted bright and fresh. The nori was crisp and clearly high quality, and the presentation was beautiful. I also enjoyed the complimentary cold green tea they served. It was made with roasted barley and had a wonderfully nutty quality. The restaurant is a family run business and both the sushi chef and the lady working there (his wife I'm assuming) where gracious and friendly. I look forward to returning to Ino Sushi for a larger meal.
Definitely a place I will return to. It's a small restaurant with bar seating and very zen ambiance. The service was great, appetizers were ok (not to our liking) but the rolls were delicious.
Great food, great sushi, great owners! This is a local, family-owned place that is always great. The miso soup is fantastic, and the tea is a special family recipe blend - you must try it! The sushi is on par with any other great sushi place, always fresh and crafted with care & expertise. The couple that owns & runs this place are wonderful. Do yourself a favor and stop in if you're in the area!
Came back recently after a a few years, and i still love this place. my friend pointed out how simple the menu is, and i love it. the basic rolls sometimes are what is key especially since americanized rolls are sometimes towered up with so much, the flavors tend to blend in together. they do carry and have a small list of special rolls, but i like that its small. the service was slow, but thats expected since its one person making up the rolls. there were quite a few orders bring picked up tho, so im sure that added to it. otherwise, everything flowed nicely. i love being able to sit at the sushi bar, i hope they never change that. the kani/crab salad is still a must get. i like that its not too much mayo and has a nice spice level. the rice is cooked just right with the rolls. i enjoyed my yellowtail roll - fresh and had a nice crunch. i highly suggest the bonzai roll, it has unique ingredients, but it doesnt overpower the fish.
What a hidden gem! Magically discovered this place while we were in the area and starving. I wasn't sure if they were still open since their last Yelp review was 7 months ago. YO, it's SO good. We've ordered pick-up from Ino Sushi 4 times in the past month. The fish is super super fresh, their rice is amazing - super fresh, room temperature, honestly it's perfection. Their rolls are quality and the special rolls are cut into soooooo many pieces... Plenty of food! The rolls are a little heavy on the rice but honestly the rice is so good, you truly won't mind. We're working our way down the menu, ordering different rolls every time. We've also gone for sushi pieces and sashimi, both top notch. One time we arrived for pick-up and it wasn't ready yet so they gave us some hot teas, so sweet. The owners are lovely and friendly and kind. Following all COVID precautions. Please support this cutie little sushi place - you won't regret it!
Stopped by for lunch and came away impressed. The restaurant has bar seating and is very clean and nicely decorated. Parking is easily available. It's small and would be easy to miss. As for the food I had the $10 lunch special which consisted of Miso Soup which was very good. I also had the California roll and spicy crab roll which were both excellent. The complimentary green tea was also very nice. I'm not exactly a sushi expert but I did enjoy the lunch and the owners were very nice. I will definitely be back to try other items on the menu.