Our sushi restaurant gets fresh fish shipments daily. We have many different types of sushi ranging from the typical: bluefin tuna, salmon, yellow tail; to the exotic: Abalone, Hokkaido uni, Monkfish liver. We have many regular customers that have been coming for 20+ years for our extensive and eclectic omakase. Our kitchen also prepares traditional Japanese dishes including, but not limited to, three different types of ramen, Sansai Oroshi Soba, and Beef Shogayaki.
Based on 191 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.5 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ No delivery
Address:
30 S Doughty Ave, Somerville, NJ 08876
Phone: (908) 526-8596
Website: https://www.aisushisomerville.com/
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Hours
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 5–9:30 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 5–9:30 PM |
| Sunday | 5–9 PM |
| Monday | Closed |
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Reviews
Lj Conole
In town for work, went here and wasn’t disappointed. Some of the best sushi I’ve had. Place was empty though, only one other table and I was the only one at the bar. Highly recommend if you like this style of sushi.
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Tony Wong
Celebrating my anniversary with the first experience with omakase style. I really excited tasting the different kind of fish+parts the chef prepared. Loved the environment sharing stories with other dinning there. The fish is very fresh and handpicked by the chef. According to a couple sitting next to us, this is the best Japanese restaurant in NJ according to their Japanese friends. I would highly recommend too.
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Jennifer “JP”
This is one of our favorite local sushi spots. Even during the pandemic, we would treat ourselves to their omakase (sushi selection by the chef) and a few of our other favorite rolls and items. Their food is always fresh, delicious, and beautifully presented. In person, the service has always been great as well. We cannot wait to go back in person soon!
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Peng Hsu
This location used to be former Shumi Japanese Restaurant I visited. My friend told me it has been changed ownership and turn into Ai… I stopped by for today’s lunch and found out that former JoSho’s owner/chef is now the 板前さん of the sushi bar. The other is former Shumi 板前さん. Wow.. what a surprise! Back to topic, the taste is absolutely wonderful, and the sashimi is of good quality, fresh, and well processed. The staffs are friendly and helpful. The price is worthy of what you pay for… Just the regular dining cost…..
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Alexander Kontoleon
Sushi was so good I was too busy eating it and forgot to photograph it. Next time! While it will not be necessarily easy to find this restaurant, it is tucked away inside a building, it is definittely worth doing as the food was terrific. Had edamame, gyoza, and seaweed salad to start. Had various sushi pieces for dinner. Very happy with the experience and the food was great. Nice selection of fish. Go check it out!
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Matt Wisniewski
One of the most authentic sushi spots I’ve ever eaten at. Incredibly fresh fish and stellar service, I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a truly delicious Japanese meal!
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Joe Lawrence
I’ve been to many sushi places in the US and Japan and this place is absolutely amazing. The omakase is the best I’ve ever had.
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Keith Brown
We went for the “chef special choice” Omakase sashimi and sushi combo at the sushi bar. The quality, presentation and selection of options excelled.
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Eric Chang
Summary: Service was pretty bad and although the fish was decent, it was pricier than even NYC (look up Sugarfish). Not great value (they charged $2 for a bottle of warm Poland spring water) and not likely to return due to service.
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Antonio Pagkalinawan
Ai Sushi is excellent. The two veteran chefs at the sushi bar are the best in the area. If you’re looking for real sushi with rare real wasabi, Ai Sushi is the place for you!
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