sushi roll
noun
plural sushi rolls
: a Japanese dish consisting of a sheet of nori that is covered with vinegar-dressed rice and raw seafood or vegetables, rolled into a tube shape, and usually sliced into bite-sized pieces : maki
The average cost of a sushi roll—typically cut into eight pieces—in the Los Angeles area is between $8 and $10.—
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El Pez will serve Japanese-style food with a Mexican twist, such as carnitas ramen and a sushi roll with cotija cheese, ancho chiles and carne asada.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Sep. 2025
So what about raw salmon dishes like our beloved sushi rolls?!
—Caroline Tien, SELF, 8 Sep. 2025
This summer, Sarku Japan joined restaurants in the dining pavilion with Japanese cuisine, including rice bowls, noodle bowls and sushi rolls.
—Catherine Muccigrosso, Charlotte Observer, 14 Aug. 2025
Landucci estimates that a poke bowl is equal to about two and a half to three sushi rolls.
—Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 13 Aug. 2025
Get inspired by your favorite sushi roll and create this California Roll Salad.
—Erin Hooker, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 July 2025
Lucky Robot For those who appreciate a colorful atmosphere and creative sushi rolls, Lucky Robot stands out.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
Assorted sushi rolls are also included in the third course option.
—Marcus D. Smith, Sacbee.com, 22 June 2025
Suchi combines flavors from Japan and Sinaloa to create delicious fusion dishes, such as sushi rolls featuring ingredients like carne asada, carnitas, and guacamole.
—Taylor McIntyre, Travel + Leisure, 31 May 2025
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Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Sep. 2025
So what about raw salmon dishes like our beloved sushi rolls?!
—Caroline Tien, SELF, 8 Sep. 2025
This summer, Sarku Japan joined restaurants in the dining pavilion with Japanese cuisine, including rice bowls, noodle bowls and sushi rolls.
—Catherine Muccigrosso, Charlotte Observer, 14 Aug. 2025
Landucci estimates that a poke bowl is equal to about two and a half to three sushi rolls.
—Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 13 Aug. 2025
Get inspired by your favorite sushi roll and create this California Roll Salad.
—Erin Hooker, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 July 2025
Lucky Robot For those who appreciate a colorful atmosphere and creative sushi rolls, Lucky Robot stands out.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
Assorted sushi rolls are also included in the third course option.
—Marcus D. Smith, Sacbee.com, 22 June 2025
Suchi combines flavors from Japan and Sinaloa to create delicious fusion dishes, such as sushi rolls featuring ingredients like carne asada, carnitas, and guacamole.
—Taylor McIntyre, Travel + Leisure, 31 May 2025
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“Sushi roll.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sushi%20roll. Accessed 19 Sep. 2025.
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