I dig the concept and have been wanting to try this for awhile now, until I finally had the chance to visit a couple of weeks ago. I got a seaweed wrap with salmon, avocado, cucumber, spicy mayo, sesame seeds, and tempura crunch. It's kinda cool to watch them make it. They wrap up the contents and then put it into this cutting machine thingy that slices it into perfectly evenly-sized pieces. It looks a little lame when it first emerges from the machine and is plated, but then they drizzle on the sauce and it looks fine. If you add tempura crunch, it even looks like it could resemble something fancy. In terms of taste, it's a pretty standard roll. The seaweed they use could be fresher cause it was really stale/chewy like they've had it for awhile. The possible combos aren't very special but spicy mayo makes everything delicious so it doesn't matter. I would say my sushi roll is a 3.5, but I'm rounding down because I also got a miso soup which made me sad :( Way too salty, didn't taste much like miso, and I'm pretty sure it's from a 25cent powder packet mixed with hot water. I guess I shouldn't have expected anything more...
(3)
Sara C.
My sister and I came here to grab a bite before catching a movie at the Gateway. It was a pretty quiet weeknight evening, but the server was cheerful and happy to help us order. We got a half veggie, half smoked salmon roll, with an order of the carrot salad and an order of the cucumber salad, which came to about $14. We each enjoyed our sushi, and my sister was happy to have some variety in her veggie roll besides cucumber and avocado. The carrot salad was something I'd skip next time, as it was just a basic green salad with shredded carrot and ginger-citrus dressing. The cucumber salad was pleasantly spicy (that is, extremely mild), and worth trying. I'm more likely to get my cheap sushi fix at Tensuke Express, but this is fine for a quick, relatively healthy bite in the campus area.
(3)
Abby L.
Like what everyone else says, this is like a chipotle for sushi. While it is cheap, if you're looking for authentic sushi, this is not the place to go. That being said, you get your money's worth, but that's about it. I can't say the sushi is good, it's just a place where the way the sushi is made is unique because you get to pick what you want in it.
(4)
Haley S.
I'm not sure what it is about their sushi but I'm addicted. The ingredients are crazy fresh (although the seaweed is a little tough-all the time) and most of the staff is very friendly, quick and helpful. This is a relatively cheap, healthy food choice and just what the doctor ordered for OSU's campus life. I could eat here every day, several time a day (not exaggerating). Such a great idea for sushi! VERY CLEAN! I highly suggest getting all the veggies along with your protein to make sure you're full by the time you've finished your roll!
(5)
Kayla M.
I just went here for the first time today. I've had sushi everywhere, Japan, California, DC, now Columbus. It's right up there with some of my favorite sushi restaurants. The fact you can pick what you want in your roll makes it all the better!! The fact they are going to open one up in Clintonville makes me a happy camper!!! Keep up the good work!
(5)
Liz M.
This place is AWESOME!! You get to build your own sushi roll(s). I'll drop the sushi science for you right here: 1) You choose a seaweed or tofu wrap. 2) You choose some protein. They have cooked and raw options as well as tofu for the vegetarians/vegans. 3) You choose as many veggies as you want. 4) They roll it up. 5) You choose from their dizzying array of sauces and toppings. 6) You eat a delicious sushi roll (or five) and wonder where this place has been all your life... Seriously though, all of this is performed by the most pleasant and happy sushi makers you will ever meet! Tonight, I asked for a low-carb roll without the rice, and they were like, no problem. It's inexpensive as far as sushi goes (about $7-8 a roll, depends on your choices). The whole restaurant is SPOTLESS including the bathrooms. You can really feel good about choosing this place. It's healthy; they use environmentally friendly packaging; the people are super nice; and you can bring your vegan/gluten-free/vegetarian/low-carb diet following friends!!
(5)
Scot A.
Sushi has never been my favorite food....until now! Now I'm stuck coming here as I am so totally addicted to the stuff. It's healthy, not expensive and a great way to get a meal fast. Scot Abplanalp
(5)
Jaclyn N.
So the staff her was so nice! There was only one guy working so it was a bit slow but he made up for the speed with his personality! I love the concept...it's like Chipotle but for sushi! A dream for any sushi lover. Its a streamlined decor of minimalism. I loved how they have no fountain sodas rather teas that are uniquely flavored!
(5)
Allan W.
HOLY HOT SWEET MOLEY! This place is so good it will make you wanna slap your mama. Seriously- don't bring your mom here- you'll end up slapping her. It's innovative and fresh- will most certainly return.
(5)
Paul F.
I was one of the Yelp party of several months ago and I decided I ought to come try it out on my own. So I came down this afternoon and parked in the garage. I have to admit that it makes things a lot simpler. So I ordered and by the time I was done, I ended up with a $10+ sushi roll. Not to say that's all bad but... But the roll was big and was pretty good and that's all that matters.
(4)
Brittney M.
I visit this place weekly! The staff is very helpful and friendly, the atmosphere is casual and fun and the food! THE FOOD! I love helping build my own sushi! They have great options and I love the monthly featured ingredients! Overall, it's a place you need to check out when on campus!
(5)
Patri S.
Best place for sushi. Love it
(4)
Mike B.
Wasn't quite sure how I would feel about this style sushi, but I'm not necessarily a fan, even though I don't "hate" it. The quality of the sushi itself is poor, that's just in comparison to real good sushi, which is what I'm normally looking for. If you don't consider this sushi, and consider it a "rice roll in seaweed wrapper with mixed vegetables and proteins", then I would call it at least average. It's still less quality then the bento sushi that Tensuke off old henderson road sells. It's not even so much the quality for me, but more the complete lack of regard for the fish IN the sushi. I got a good look at their trays, and that fish was shredded. Even the lowest level 7-11 grab'n'go sushi in Japan still has expertly sliced fish.
(2)
Greg W.
I don't like sushi, I don't like sushi, I don't like sushi...at least this was the mantra that I kept repeating to myself before attending the Yelp Elite event at Fusian. Fair warning, that is where my first experience with Fusian was from, but since then I've had a few others. In fact, I bought a second roll that same night to put in the fridge for lunch the next day! The atmosphere is really laid back and cool; not so much an upscale hoity-toity place as trendy and relaxed. It fits in well with the entire area it's located in. I still haven't branched out too far into the realm of different types of rolls, but what I have tried, I've liked. The prices are reasonable (around $8/roll) and you're able to choose exactly what items you want put into your roll. I'm a fan of smoked salmon, avocado & cream cheese in a seaweed wrap. All in all, Fusian has become my gateway drug into trying sushi at multiple other locations around town, and I can't say that I'm upset by that.
(4)
Catherine J.
Fusian is doing everything right. This is not really in the same category as a typical sushi restuarant. Rolls only, with relatively limited options. But! The beauty is in these limited and customizable options. With a curated list of ingredients that you can combine any way you'd like, the product stays fresh, filling, and price-appropriate. Seriously dudes, these rolls are huge. The space is sleek and modern; perfect for catching a quick lunch with a friend. The layout is optimized for maximum seating with minimal feeling of crowded-ness. The space manages to feel light and airy even crammed with fellow nommers. Chipotle style rolls, with some machines to help with pressing the rice and cutting the rolls. Choose your wrapper (soy or seaweed), choose your fish (if using) and other veggie innards, then choose your drizzle and/or other toppings like flakes and roe. Great fast sides available like edamame, seaweed salad, and miso soup. I liked my miso, but my dining mate found it too "bready." Maybe down the line, I'd like to see brown rice as an option, too. I should note that I visited the Cincinnati location over a year ago, and I've been dreaming of a Columbus location ever since. It was an experience that really stayed with me, and I'm happy to get my fix nearby!
(5)
Brad S.
Of the two choose-your-own-adventure sushi spots in town, I prefer this one. There's more variety of ingredients, both to go in the roll and on top (love the sauces!), and I think you get more for your money here too. For about 9 bucks, you get a 10-piece roll with nice quality fish, tons of veggies, and delicious topping sauces. It's miles better than grocery sushi, and approaching the quality of some sit-down sushi elsewhere. The decor is fun - I love the variety of tables available, it makes things seem much less sterile than they could have been in this part of campus.
(4)
Luke T.
Sushi done chipotle style. Basically, if you want to get into the restaurant biz these days, you just think of a food and do it the way chipotle would, and bam! Successful restaurant. When you do sushi chipotle-style, you end up with weird things like chicken and steak rolls. The only raw options are tuna, salmon and yellowtail. Smoked salmon is listed under raw, but I'm pretty sure that's not a fish. In fact, I think it might be smoked. Choose a wrap, a protein, some veggies and toppings and you're done. You end up with about two rolls for $6-9; not bad. They have some fancy roll cutter that does the cutting for them, which is kind of lame. And, like chipotle, they should serve beer!!! The roll was just fine, decor is clean like you'd expect from chipotle imitators, workers wearing Columbus shirts. The manager came up and interrupted me while I was taking the only bite where I tried to eat a piece in two bites instead of one so that was a messy embarrassing moment lol. I could come back, but for sushi, I think I prefer the real thing.
(3)
Zain K.
This place is pretty fantastic. It's basically the Subway or Chipotle of sushi roll places (okay, that doesn't do Fusian justice at all!), in that you pick your wrap, protein, veg, sauce, and toppings, and it's rolled, cut (I want one of these machines...), plated (or boxed, more accurately) and served by friendly staff. The prices are a little lower than they would be at a typical sushi restaurant, and you're not bound by preset concoctions (for which reason I rarely eat rolls at sushi places), making this a win on at least those two counts.
(5)
David M.
Love Fusian. As a fellow UD grad, I'll always choose it for my sushi. Staff is kind of overly friendly/hipster-ish, but the sushi is amazing, as well as the spicy edamame.
(4)
Megan V.
Fresh, fun, fabulous... It's FUSIAN! It's the "Chipotle" of sushi rolls! Customizable sushi at a reasonable price is the best $10 you can spend. Plus, the rolls are huge (one is enough!).
(5)
Esther C.
It's like Chipotle for sushi! The creators of this chain are geniuses. I couldn't believe how fresh and the cut of the fish they had available. So fast and so convenient, as well as delicious. Being able to literally build my own roll was mind blowing. The only thing I wasn't a fan of was their seaweed salad. Maybe I just got a bad batch, but it had a bitter taste to it. Disappointing considering everything else was quite tasty.
(4)
Lovepreet K.
It's not traditional but still has a great unique flavor! Love to get the sweet soy and spicy mayo sauce on top of my rolls. If want to try a new twist on sushi give it a shot!
(4)
Mel S.
I went down to the Gateway for a conference and a friend suggested we try out this new sushi place. We went in and looked at the menu. This place is set up similar to Piada and Chipotle - you can pick and choose if you want Soy or Seaweed for the wrap, the type of protein, veggies, and sauce. The menu also has some suggested rolls for those like me who lack confidence in my sushi ordering skills. I ordered the Spicy tuna roll and the cucumber salad. The employees were very helpful in explaining everything to me. The sushi and salad was fresh and the experience was one of the best I have had in a long time. Definitely something fresh and new, so check it out!
(5)
Lloyd M.
Absolutely love this place. I don't do raw so I stick to the crab mix and tempura shrimp. Adding all the extras make this the largest sushi roll I've ever had. Fresh ingredients, decent prices and quick service...what more do you need?
(4)
Mahesh R.
Great food! Very close to campus and very good service. Went in around closing time and they were out of fried tofu. The guy was really sorry and gave away the sushi for free. I really didnt expect that. He even refused to let me pay half-price. Thats the kind of service I like!
(5)
Cspan C.
My friends and I dined in at Fusian earlier today and It was delicious. I am not someone who normally enjoys sushi, so I enjoyed the DIY aspect of this eatery. The staff were particularly friendly and informative, but not in a overly corporate brain-washy way. We enjoyed the visual cues of the compost bin. organized, clean, and idiot-friendly. I ordered tofu and both of my friends enjoyed the salmon. The meal was quite satisfying for how fairly it was priced. Would definitely go again.
(5)
Ashley M.
Great concept of create-your-own sushi. Fish was fresh, and the spicy edamame was delicious. They give generous helpings for their protein...which is always nice. I really loved their drink options...they had a ginger drink which was awesome. What was really great about this place was the fact that all their cups and wares are compostable and they have a compost and recycling bin in store!
(4)
Diane R.
I decided to give this place a try after I read the Yelp reveiws. I'm glad I did. Great concept- pick and choose your vegetable, brown or white rice, protein and sauces. I travel 11 states and never ate at a sushi fast food restaurant where you could custom order. I felt out of place because I'm a older woman and I was surrounded by a lot of young students but I ordered to go and took my dinner back to my hotel. I ordered two rolls and I could not even eat the second roll because it was way to much food. Definitely will come back to the Fusion when I'm back in town.
(4)
Edie D.
The first thing you see is a card with all the vegan/allergan ingredients...which is so amazing! So many restaurants that have a "heathy" image have no clue what they are feeding you and have to go look for a huge, dirty binder to let you try to figure out if you can eat something. But they blew it so sadly by titling the card, "Are you a PICKY eater?" Please tell your management on high that people who might die from exposure to an allergan are NOT PICKY! Picky is when you will eat strawberries but not raspberries....not when you are trying to enjoy a fun meal out with friends...and not ruin it by having the squad come. Recovering from that little slap in the face, I gained a brand new understanding and appreciation for sushi. I can't comment on it's artistic quality, but it did taste wonderful and was very reasonably priced. The decor is almost too cute and missed the mark slightly by not having any sound absorption. It was very loud, even without loud music playing. I was there on a Friday night at dinner time with lots of groups of students enjoying each other....so it was fun and energetic, just hard to hear your dinner companions.
(4)
Matt W.
I like it! As you've heard from just about every review, it's "Chipotle-style" techniques applied to sushi. You choose a wrap base (maki or tofu), protein (or tofu), veggies, and sauces. The roll is completed, then you can grab a drink and several pre-made sides. I went with a tuna roll, tofu wrap, carrots, cucumber, avocado, jalapeno, and some sweet chili sauce. Yum. I also liked the carrot & ginger salad, but it's basically just a green salad with ginger dressing. I was hoping for something where the carrot was the primary ingredient, not just an accent. Prices are pretty reasonable, especially if you're just getting the roll, and the staff were good about letting me figure out what I wanted without rushing me through. My only complaint is the location - they're tucked into the side of one of the Gateway buildings, and it's a little awkward to find them or park if you're not already looking. Still, if that's the worst thing I can say, they're in pretty good shape.
(4)
Tiffany Y.
Yes, it's Chipotle style. Yes, it's pretty cheap. But my love for sushi makes this place seem rather sad. I mean, good for them providing students with fast service, choose-your-own-ingredients sushi! But I'm no longer a student and I'd rather have my sushi handled properly. I can see myself enjoying Fusian for a busy work day lunch. But, other than that, I don't think I'll visit again.
(3)
Elizabeth S.
Amazing!!!! Although my osu days are behind me, I go up to campus from the burbs at least once a week. Really nice kids working there. Food is made to order and DELICIOUS!!
(5)
Molly M.
Although fish was not fresh, tastes pretty good with crab meat. It is a little pricey to me at least, but I love all these chipotle-like restaraunts that are evolving
(4)
Keith B.
Chipotle sushi! I had reservations about this place. I was expecting to leave with that "I just swallowed fish oil pills" in my stomach feeling, and having mediocre sushi rolls. I was wrong. $6-9 (or more, depending on ingredients) for two rolls. Not bad! And you can do half and half for your meats (and yes, for you "non-sushi" folks, they do veggie, chicken and steak sushi). I like the idea because they have a few items I don't think about ever ordering when I go out for sushi. I never think to "build my own" roll, but they take the hassle out for you, and make it a fast process. So, it's sushi, Americanized. Streamlined. Efficient. You pick, they build, they roll, machine cuts, and you pick your sauces. The only downside is the location. I seldom go to South Campus Gateway for anything, and the "build your own roll" may not be enough to drive me back-unless a friend insists we walk down there from Clintonville. Who knows!
(4)
Bri S.
This place is like a chipotle for sushi, which is amazing! You pick exactly what you want on your sushi down to the extra trimmings (sauce, crunch, etc). The food is uber good and the drinks are so refreshing! Definitely going back
(5)
Jasmine M.
Not "real" sushi, but delicious nonetheless. I got the surf & turf and boyfriend spicy tuna, both were huge and yummy!
(4)
Alicia S.
The only reason why I'm giving this place 4 stars is because they don't have fountain sodas. Other than that this spot is great. I was visiting ohio state university and my friend that lives there suggested it. I'm normally VERY skeptical of new sushi places, so i asked if it was like south tampa shusi spots and she said yes. So we went. At first glance I didn't see how it would compare to my normal sushi joints; it was set up like a subway where you build you sandwich, but instead had sushi items. You pick if what wrap you want, rice paper or seaweed, then the kind of rice and you choose your protein then veggies. After recreating a Mexican roll, I sat down and tried it. Oh my gosh was this place legit. It was great. I love that it was kind of like a fast food place but with high quality sushi. I wish we had places like this in Tampa. If I do go back to ohio I will eat here multiple times.
(4)
Haley S.
This is my favorite place to eat in columbus right now. The ingredients are very fresh and everything ia very clean. I crave this sushi on a weekly basis and its affordable enough for weekly visit. Wonderful idea. I can't say enough about this place...love it.
(5)
Heather K.
I went to lunch here yesterday with a skeptical friend, and we both left impressed. The folks at the counter explained the different ways you could combine ingredients. Since it was our first visit, he gave us samples of all the sauces. I'm vegan and had no trouble ordering, and they also have gluten-free options. My friend got two different kinds of protein in her roll. The atmosphere is definitely relaxed, and I like the table/bench set-up. My favorite part was the environmentally awareness. Everything from the sauce tubs to the utensils can be recycled or composted. They have separate bins with pics of where different items go to make it idiot-proof. Great sushi and green style....I'm sold.
(5)
Jackie P.
Everyone I talk to on campus.... LOVES this place. Me? Meh. Yes, as Luke T. said... it is sushi done Chipotle style... brilliant if you ask me. But idk, I was hoping for more options? There weren't many "raw" fish options... and it seems to be geared to the inexperienced sushi lover. i.e. the cooked options... even chicken! WHAT?! One thing these guys have going for them: Marketing. Pure freakin' genius on marketing. I heard from a friend that they pay NOTHING to market their restaurant. It's all word of mouth. And they are doing it well. Even teaming up with Homage for Fusian shirts? Smart. While I enjoyed my roll.... I don't think I'll be going back on a weekly basis, even though I work 2 doors down. It didn't "wow" me, and the wasabi mayo was not that hot. Pro tip: go with the spicy mayo instead. I am very pleased to have them on campus though!!! Much needed for the type of environment OSU students like! Note: You can halfsies your roll. (I did tuna and salmon). & don't forget to grab chopsticks before you take to-go order. They are not provided in the bag. Also: I saw a similar thing on Shark Tank last week, "sushi chipotle" - Fusian does it BETTER.
(3)
Chelsea W.
Had to add a star. Just had to! Fusian deserves it. In my half dozen visits since my original review...I just love this place! They give you EXACTLY what you want on your roll at the same price you would pay for a tiny, plain old California roll elsewhere. You can get every sauce they carry if you want to. You can get a peanut butter and jelly roll. You can get 5 veggies if you please. You can get two different proteins, or tofu and a protein. The options are endless and it ROCKS! I walked in to Fusian the other day and one of the owners was shaking people's hands, clearing off tables, and chatting with the college kids. Where else on campus can you get that?! Fusian is truly a PERFECT addition to Ohio State, and Columbus.
(5)
Monica S.
Sushi inspired by how Chipotle does their business is a great idea. This is a place for a quick fix of sushi, it's not as authentic as I was hoping it would be. Then again, I'm a pretty big sushi nerd. It's not bad but I don't plan to go back anytime.
(3)
John M.
4.5 stars. The popular characterization of this place as the "Chipotle of sushi rolls" is pretty apt. It's simple, fast, and the food quality seems good. Decor is minimalist, and prices are appropriate for the area. It's nothing special, nothing fancy, and if you come in with an expectation appropriate for fast food, you'll be quite pleased.
(5)
Brittany S.
Customized sushi rolls.... HECK YES! If you're looking for a quick bite of sushi and don't want to spend too much money, head to Fusian! Sushi can get expensive but here you can customize your roll for $6-9! Choose your wrap, protein, veggies, sauce/toppings and you're done. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The chef talked to us for a few minutes about Fusian, the ability to fax in orders, and catering. Fusian has options for non-raw lovers as well - tempura shrimp, chicken and the PB&J roll! I tried a regular roll (shrimp, carrots, cream cheese, spicy mayo) and the PB&J roll .... both delicious. Lots of options.
(5)
Thomas S.
I almost always order the shrimp roll with the works. This place also visits the Nationwide cafeteria and usually runs out of a few popular items. Keep on coming since I can't always make it up North!
(4)
Chris B.
Its a place you must try to fully understand how great it is. Its even a place if you have never had sushi but are interested in maybe trying something for the first time. The small things they lack the owners are willing to listen and possible try at their locations (brown rice). I dont know if i could name another restaurant that a customer has that much influence.
(5)
Jenna A.
First time visit today, and the guy helping me out was super friendly and explained everything I needed to know before starting. I made my own roll, with tuna, cream cheese, avocado, cucumber, with a soy roll (so good) and rice. Add some spicy mayo and sweet soy sauce and it was absolutely delicious! The portions are HUGE, I was very surprised and very grateful! I came in starving and left very satisfied.
(5)
brandon k.
Building your own sushi order works out much better than I expected. Their selection is good and offers a few fresh ingredients you don't normally see on sushi but actually work really well. I love being able to turn the heat up with jalapeños and sesame chile seasoning. The rolls are big, you will only want one unless you have the biggest of appetites. The downside is that your entire meal is the same roll of sushi, reducing variety that I prefer. The PB&J dessert rolls are very good, but overpriced for a side item IMO. They are missing out on having a good iced tea and their cucumber-soaked water is neat but always seems to be empty at both OSU and in Dayton. This place is going to blow up with popularity, especially among college students. They've got a good thing going here, but there's room to improve.
(4)
Felicia L.
I eat here pretty much every day. I do social/educational programming with OSU students and I generally take them here as part of my outreach and they are all obsessed with it now. The employees are always super friendly and I think they almost have my roll memorized by now...just waiting for them to name it after me ;)
(5)
Richard Y.
Cheap and much better than most sushi places I've been to in the area.
(5)
Sean P.
This place is awesome! Really good food, great service and its very reasonably priced. I will be back!
(5)
Daniel D.
Fresh, convenient, fast, healthy, and good. I have ate at a majority of sushi restaurants in Columbus, and their sushi is better than the signature rolls at some of Columbus's premier restaurants. If you want to try something different and unique. This place will get you hooked.
(5)
Nicole A.
From UD to OSU, I love this place! So fresh and fun! The spicy mayo and crunch toppings perfect my sushi roll! Love being able to pick whatever I want on it.
(5)
Eliza D.
Meh. I used to come here because I dug the chipotle style pick and choose setting and the rolls ended up being decent. Hadn't been in to visit for at least 6 months which should be a sign that it was so so. The guy greeting us was scratching his beard with his gloves as we walked in and seemed totally offended when I asked him to put clean gloves on. The carrot and ginger salad was a mess. Wilted lettuce and watery dressing. The miso soup was bland. I love the idea and I love that they employ college kids who need work but I won't be back again. The price to quality isn't worth it.
(2)
Ying X.
Columbus really has the "Chipotle-style (insert food)" thing down! Fusian is only one of the many places around town that boasts a design-your-own-order theme, and it certainly brings a new level of fun to casual sushi! I've only been here a couple of times, but service has been consistently fast and friendly every single time! The process is four simple steps. Choose your wrap/rice (seaweed vs. soy and white vs. brown), choose your protein, choose your veggies, and chose your sauces/toppings. You can also opt for different types of protein (i.e. half salmon, half yellowtail), although keep in mind that they'll charge you for the price of the more expensive option. The quality of the fish isn't too bad either (not amazing, but definitely not old or fishy), and you have a good selection of toppings/fillings to choose from (avocado, cucumber, cream cheese, etc). I never thought that sushi could be a fast food, but Fusian has not only proven me wrong, but also convinced me that it is a brilliant option for fast food!
(4)
Lin H.
I'm really happy with my experience at Fusian! Like everyone else has said, it really is a Chipotle-style for sushi rolls. I enjoyed building my own tuna roll, and found the staff to be helpful when I told them I'd never been there before. One thing I do think they need to improve on is their presentation of food. Honestly, the display layout is just not working in their benefit. It is similar to Chipotle or Piada, but with sushi ingredients it looks meek and limited in options. Also, the way the ingredients were prepared was not appetizing. For example, the green onions were long and cut into 3-4 inch bits and looking wilty, and the avocado was already cut, sitting in the open, and browning. In my opinion, the green onions would look much better if diced up and it would be very impressive if the avocado was cut in front of you. It's the little things that count, essentially!
(4)
Maribeth B.
Not even close to real sushi. Made me really sick. They add unnecessary ingredients to the food. Why do I have to get my seaweed gluten free?! Why is there gluten in seaweed?!
(1)
Sam H.
My daughter described this place the best - It's Chipotle for maki rolls. She's right. It's an interesting concept of making your own maki rolls with various proteins or vegetables. You can also order more traditional makis, such as the spicy tuna and California rolls we ordered. A machine presses rice onto the seaweed, they add the ingredients, roll it, then put it into a machine that cuts it into 8 pieces. Brilliant. The rolls were very good. We only wish the spicy tuna were more spicy. But I did see that they had Sriracha sauce. I would ask them to add it next time. Overall, would I go back - for sure.
(4)
Jen T.
I love this place. Keep in mind that it's not a full-on sushi bar; they have a short menu of wrap, protein, veg, and sauce (think: certain other fast-casual Mexican joint with the same concept :) ) and the idea is to get people in and out the door quickly, which makes perfect sense on a college campus. Conveniently located about a block north of the Campus Gateway, this is a great spot to grab a quick meal before seeing a movie. My bf and I were there on a Monday night during OSU's summer break, so the place wasn't very busy. We moved to the front of the restaurant and ordered our food right away. The people behind the counter were attentive, although perhaps not as informed as one might like--we asked if the tofu was organic and they didn't know. We also tried to find out the health benefits of seaweed vs. soy wrappers, but didn't have any luck with that question either (although, asking similar kinds of questions at a Panera, McD's, etc. would probably yield the same result). However, the staff was able to tell us what paired well and what was popular with the ingredient of the month--mango. I definitely like that they have a rotating ingredient to mix things up a bit. Just like the restaurant-I-won't-name-because-it's-so-obvious, you pick out your wrap, your protein, your veg, and your sauce. You can choose to do different combinations of protein, veg, and sauce on each half of the roll if you're looking for a bit of variety. The end of the line also involves selecting toppings like tempura and sesame seeds. Prices range from $7-$9 per roll depending on what protein you select. I like to fill mine with several kinds of veggies, which makes the roll plenty full and one roll ends up being enough. I love watching the preparation of the rolls--from the assembly, to using that fancy cutting machine, to applying generous globs of spicy mayo and sweet soy sauce. The final product is a brightly colored combination, and I think, a feast for the eyes (although, I suppose they could go a tad lighter on the sauces). The dining room itself seats ~50 people, with a mix of small tables for two, to larger rectangular tables intended to seat 8 or 10, so during peak times, be prepared to share one of these large tables. The decor is kept simple, sort of a modern industrial look with concrete tables and contemporary chairs and benches. Upon exiting, you'll notice that Fusian has different bins for composting, recycling, and trash. At a Yelp Elite event, we had the opportunity to talk with the creators of Fusian, and they felt that being environmentally responsible was part of their mission. I appreciate that businesses take extra steps like this to be good environmental stewards. As of this posting (May 2014), this is the only Columbus location, with stores in Dayton and Cincy. I think the concept could do well elsewhere in Columbus, should they decide to expand. I don't live near campus, but was in the area for a movie, and I was very much looking forward to a quick, affordable dinner here. I'm sure other neighborhoods in Columbus would also delight in such an opportunity.
(5)
Chelsea J.
Hi. My name is Chelsea and I am absolutely addicted to sushi. Haha. No but seriously, let me tell ya, this place is IT. The vibe is very organic/natural. The ordering is chipotle-esk, you go through the line and get your rice, protein, veggies then top it off with your sauce and garnishes. Loved it. The veggies (asparagus, avocado, peppers carrots) are not extra--so pile it up-- but the meat you choose is the price point. It will take you from $7.50-9ish. Very affordable, and I was nice and full after our visit. Fusion gets a.... THUMBS UP :)
(4)
Shea H.
FINALLY got a chance to try Fusian. It was good... I liked my rolls. It's just that, I thought the rolls were really expensive to be a fast-food, college-student-run, fake sushi shop. Four rolls cost about $30 and two of the four rolls were veggie-based. Mind you, this is a make-your-own-rolls type place... so your meal is not guaranteed to be good. I don't know what foods compliment each other in sushi-world. And there were no recommendations on the menu or in-person. The price pretty much ruin the meal for me. I couldn't even focus...I just kept looking at the menu and the receipt wondering where I went wrong. Oh- and my rolls fell apart. Even with the use of a rolling-machine, my rolls were still poorly made. And Fusian offers no brown rice. The sushi-makers literally looked like they rolled out of their dorm-room bed and came to work. Wrinkled clothing. Messy hair. I suppose that I should just be grateful that they used gloves. And hard-as-hell seats throughout the restaurant. Narrow walk ways, I would have to stand to the side and wait for others to pass or vice versa. Good luck with parking. Street parking can be hit or miss. There's a garage not very far away, though. Maybe costs a dollar? I can't remember. I wouldn't recommend this place.
(1)
Michael S.
Genius concept. Create your own sushi with a Fusian twist. Wonderful staff, great prices (roughly $7-10 per roll), and a relaxing atmosphere makes returning here an absolute necessity. If you're in Columbus, GO HERE!
(5)
Matt K.
Esther C. stole my line! "It's like Chipotle for sushi!" That's exactly the way to describe this place as far as the decor and the experience. I guess food quality is something that would really depend on your feelings about Chipotle, but I thought my roll was fine for something that was made to order relatively quickly. Usually when I eat sushi, I'll put away several rolls. That makes this spot good for me for a lunch or snack, but not beyond that. The pressure is on you to create a good roll, but that's part of the fun. Also, they had Mexican Coke with real sugar.
(4)
Gina M.
I love sushi, but I never get too adventurous with it, so Fusian is a great option. It's cheap, it's fast, and it's not intimidating for new comers to sushi. They also let you load up your roll with as many veggies as you'd like which is great! Every time I've been, the service is great, the food quality is great, and it's very clean. The campus location is a bit inconvenient to get to (very little parking) but otherwise Fusian is a great choice!
(4)
Kenny Y.
I do like the concept of this place. However, in order to make rolls efficiently, Fusian's sushi rice is prepared in a way such that it is particularly sticky and easily molded. By doing this, the sushi rice tastes somewhat stale, kind of like the sushi you would get in a college cafeteria. Also, they don't add much fish to the rolls, such that you really taste more rice than fish (unless, of course, you pay extra for double fish). As for the price point, I think it's pretty reasonable. Get a lot of extra veggies in your rolls to make it worth it. If I was a student here, I might come here for quick, customizable, cafeteria-like sushi. But as a visitor to Columbus, not really worth it.
(2)
Holly C.
Why wouldn't you like what's essentially a sushi cafe where you can order sushi to your liking as if you were at a Chipotle? If you're a sushi fan, this is definitely a place to check out. The prices are reasonable, and you get a lot of different choices. The variety is what keeps food from being boring and you can enjoy a variety of combinations every time you go. Whenever I'm in the campus area, I like to stop by because I prefer cooked sushi so I get the steak or shrimp as protein, fill it with assorted veggies, and get sauce drizzled on top or on the side in a cup. Certain toppings or additions are an extra charge so be sure to pay attention to that. I love adding masago (+$1) to top it off. It creates awesome texture and flavor!
(4)
Emily L.
I have recently become a big fan of sushi, and as I am a strict vegetarian ( YES that does include NOT eating fish), this place is a WIN! since at some sushi restaurants I have gotten sick since they have made the veg sushi on the same plates/ areas of sushi with fish in it, I love that you can see them making the sushi right in front of you. You walk in to a place that looks just like chioptle. You place your order of type of wrap and rice then you just go down the line of what you want to add in. It has interesting adds that you normally wouldnt see at a typical sushi place such as beef, chicken, and tofu. It also has a wide selection of vegetables to add in ( asparagrus, green peppers, red peppers, onions etc) . You can be in and out of this place in 10 mins tops. Also its REALLY well priced, I can get a 9 roll sushi for $6.00, and its large too!
(4)
Lindy K.
I was really excited to try sushi in Columbus, particularly a place rated so high...but I really don't understand the high ratings. Maybe this would be a good place for people who haven't ever tried sushi and are kind of nervous about it? Or don't actually like sushi. I don't know. Nothing seemed particularly fresh-which is pretty important for sushi. And nothing was particularly flavorful or interesting. You can get better sushi at the grocery store for pretty much the same price or cheaper. The place is clean and the employees were nice, but since this rating is for the food, my advice is to pass.
(1)
Andrew W.
Fusian can be described as nothing shy of...nifty! More and more I see stores branching out into "Chipotle-style" restaurants, but I never thought I'd see the day where we had made-to-order carryout sushi. The restaurant is bright, the people are friendly and the food is tasty, what more could a young ingenue ask for? Every time I go into Fusian, a smile is immediately put on my face by the awesome employees -- not to mention the prospect of a tasty meal. There's a myriad of options when it comes to picking your fillings and (my favorite part) seasonal veggies! Yum-o, indeed. If you're looking for a fast, delicious sushi entree; Fusian is your place. Is the sushi going to be gourmet? Nah. Are you going to be enjoying your sushi within five minutes of walking into the store? Probably. Will your taste buds tingle and will you be left satisfied with a fresh, locally sourced meal? Definitely.
(4)
Lea P.
This is gonna sound weird, but the more I come here, the less I adore it. Weird because if that's the case, why do I keep coming? I guess because I want to get back what I remember from my first few visits. I was first at Fusian for a fabulous Yelp event a while back and was anxious to return and rate it on its own merits. The concept is terrific: build your own sushi roll out of adequately fresh ingredients, including but not limited to raw fish, and embellish it with a selection of toppings. Have it made to order, have it fast, and have it cheap. What's not to love? For starters, not all ingredient combos are fabulous together. I find as a "seagan" i have more options here than I have at Chipotle or Bibibop, so I get something different -- sometimes radically different -- every time. And they aren't always awesome. Since I've never had a disappointing combo at those other types of assembly line fast food joints, it would be great if the same were possible here. I could get a five-star sushi roll every time I came here, but even I have a tuna-avocado roll limit when the options are so close to infinite. If I stick to the same thing, it should be because that thing is that great, not because the alternatives aren't. So I'm not really a fan of the shrimp for the sushi, I think. Have yet to be impressed with the sides I've ordered. The miso soup, for instance, is not very flavorful; I've put soy sauce in to jazz it up. The seasonal veggie is hit or miss. Right now they've got bean sprouts there, and those could potentially be spiffy with the right combo, but last fall's sweet potatoes? Well... as I said, I get experimental here. And those things did not belong in my roll. They might have belonged in someone's roll. But not mine. Finally, I'm not crazy about the soy wrap. They recommend it for sushi beginners, but I don't think it's going to "wrap up" any sushi converts, honestly. I found it bland, with a texture that did not allow easy teeth-sinking-into like seaweed does. I'm gonna keep going back, though. Because it is entirely possible to get an A+ roll out of the place. The problem is that I've only done that by playing it safe, yet playing it safe is not what a build-your-own place is designed for. And I'd need to admit that there's still something *fun* about building your own. And the price justifies the risk when there's fun involved.
(3)
Victoria N.
Restaurant is nice and inviting. Everything is fresh and menu is self explaining. Everyone that works there is nice and kick ass! My boyfriend makes me come here everytime he visits from Terre Haute, Indiana. I do not complain. He loves to talk about how amazingly good it is for so cheap!! Even for a big guy like him who needs two rolls. He thinks there should be a Fusian in Indiana.
(5)
Brian F.
I really enjoy this sushi spot with a cafeteria style feel to it. I've been eating vegetarian these past few weeks, and Fusian has some delicious tofu that hit the spot. I went with the Soy wrap also and most of the veggies. Mango is an option this month which I would highly recommend. I opted for wasabi mayo, sweet chili and tempura crunch. I later decided to grab some wasabi on the side (free of charge) which pleased my chili-head side. The sweet and the spicy go together so well along with their vegetables, which taste very fresh to me. Mad Mex used to be my go-to place before Monday movies, but, now that they don't have Monday happy hour, it looks like it's going to Fusian from here on out. It's delicious, affordable, has a clean interior with helpful employees.
(5)
Vin R.
This place is great. As with many good restaurant concepts, it's not a new idea, but it is a well conceived repurposing of an old one. In this case, Fusian is basically the Chipotle (or Piada) concept applied to sushi. The restaurant is located on OSU Campus on 11th Ave (there's an hourly garage half a block down if you don't get lucky with street parking or have campus parking pass). The campus location isn't superconvenient for us 30-somethings, but strolling around on the edge of campus made me briefly feel young again. Until I realized that a lot of the kids wandering around were probably born when I was in college. Ugh. Anyway, you pick your ingredients (wrap, protein, veggies and sauces/toppings) and friendly folks assemble your roll for you as you move towards the cash register. My roll ("The Vin") was made with seaweed wrap, roasted tofu, asparagus, avocado, carrot, cream cheese and cucumber with wasabi mayo and tempura crunch on top. My wife's roll was crabstick, avocado, carrot, cream cheese and cucumber with spicy mayo and tempura crunch. In the end we both preferred my roll, so I win this round of Fusian, but we'll be back for more I'm sure. Be sure to try the spicy edamame when you go, definitely unique and the perfect side to your sushi.
(5)
Jessica D.
What a neat idea! The makings of a sushi roll, right at your fingertips for slightly more than a Chipotle burrito. I had a spicy tuna roll with all the veggies Fusion had to offer, thus creating a monstrous roll nearly bursting at the seams. Despite the harsh truth that all sushi lovers must acknowledge--that sushi is rarely filling--, this roll held me over for AT LEAST the next three hours. Woah, Nelly. The owner is genuinely passionate about the latest addition to the outskirts of the South Campus Gateway, and will be happy to elaborate on his award winning Edamame. Harking from Cincinnati, this spicy edamame is coated with a spicy moi-poi sauce (which can be found at any grocery store) and leaves your mouth scrambling for a gallon of water. Mmmm. Sexy. Finally, the owner mentioned what was not explicitly stated on the menu, that you can mix and match any protein, sauce, and/or vegetable AND have your roll prepared with the rice facing outwards. Small details, but something to keep in mind the next time I go. So you need a cheap sushi fix that's not Kroger sushi? Fusion's got you covered.
(4)
Dani G.
I was actually pretty impressed by this establishment. I figured it would be Kroger quality sushi but it's much better. It has a chipotle like feel but for sushi and the price is good. Cheaper then going to a place like Haiku, but still pretty tasty and you get to add all the sauces and toppings that you want.
(3)
Claire F.
Interesting fusion! It turns sushi to a fast food. People there are very friendly. Everything is fine. Flavor is standard. And the price is acceptable.
(3)
Emma L.
Decided I needed to check this place out, and man I'm glad I did. Like previous reviewers have stated, this choose-your-own sushi place works logistically like Chipotle. GENIUS MOVE. Sure, they don't have a ton of raw options and this is in no way traditional sushi. But for what it is, this place is superb. And at only 3 weeks old (today) I am really impressed at what they've got going on. Saturday night around 7:30 this place was PACKED. Much like Chipotle lines, it was long but moved quickly enough I wasn't having second thoughts. One of the co-owners was keeping the line occupied by saying hi, answering questions and just getting to know the Fusian customer base. Friendly guy. Pricing works like Chipotle as well. Proteins determine your roll price, while veggies, cream cheese, avocado, sauce and basic toppings (like tempura flakes) are included in the base price. The rolls are really large and come out to about 10 pieces. Great value. I got half tuna, half spicy salmon (yes they let you mix!), cucumber, carrot, avocado, cream cheese, jalapeño, spicy mayo, sweet soy and tempura flakes. 10 pieces, all for only $7.25. I added on a Miso soup ($1.75) and side of seaweed salad ($3.00) to try and loved those as well. I am now sitting on my couch enjoying my very own sushi creation, without the Short North Saturday night lines and prices. Don't come here expecting award winning traditional sushi. It's campus. It's cheap. People are in sweat pants. It's fantastic.
(4)
Helen P.
I have no idea how this place got 4 stars out of 5. It's exactly what you think it is - fast food bad sushi. Not only was the sushi terrible, the employees are incompetent! I told the employee at the register how many rolls we were getting like 10 times. The biggest thing was how incompetent their staff was. Will never go back again. And we only went there because Haiku was closed.
(1)
Rebecca S.
Subway sushi is the best way to describe this place. Sour tasting and expensive for something that is closer to fast food than fresh fish. Definitely NOT good fresh sushi.
(1)
Corey D.
My gf and I stopped in randomly last night and the food and atmosphere was nice. I'm not the biggest sushi fan and I loved it. The staff was great and helped us go through the options since it was our first time. The alternative soy wrap was a plus for me and the sweet soy is AMAZING! The only negative is that the rim around the ice machine was dirty but overall a great place to visit and I'd recommend sushi lovers and non sushi eaters to give it a go.
(4)
Colleen R.
Fusian is my new obsession. Build your own sushi roll might be the greatest idea ever. Seriously. I've been to Fusian four times in the last couple weeks and have been extremely satisfied each time. The atmosphere is great, the workers are friendly and the sushi rolls are tasty. Also, free cucumber water? Yes please. I don't know what to say about Fusian that hasn't already been said. Make your own sushi, people! What more is there to say? Get down to Fusian now and try out the greatness for yourself.
(5)
Matthew E.
This place is slightly less selection and quality to picking up pre-made sushi from the grocery store. Rice needs a bit of work but vegetable options were fresh and diverse. Very limited fish options (tuna, salmon and smoked salmon). Don't recommend unless you need a mediocre speed roll.
Takes Reservations : No Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Lunch Parking : Street Bike Parking : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual Noise Level : Average Alcohol : No Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : No Has TV : No Waiter Service : Yes Caters : Yes
Helen S.
I dig the concept and have been wanting to try this for awhile now, until I finally had the chance to visit a couple of weeks ago. I got a seaweed wrap with salmon, avocado, cucumber, spicy mayo, sesame seeds, and tempura crunch. It's kinda cool to watch them make it. They wrap up the contents and then put it into this cutting machine thingy that slices it into perfectly evenly-sized pieces. It looks a little lame when it first emerges from the machine and is plated, but then they drizzle on the sauce and it looks fine. If you add tempura crunch, it even looks like it could resemble something fancy. In terms of taste, it's a pretty standard roll. The seaweed they use could be fresher cause it was really stale/chewy like they've had it for awhile. The possible combos aren't very special but spicy mayo makes everything delicious so it doesn't matter. I would say my sushi roll is a 3.5, but I'm rounding down because I also got a miso soup which made me sad :( Way too salty, didn't taste much like miso, and I'm pretty sure it's from a 25cent powder packet mixed with hot water. I guess I shouldn't have expected anything more...
(3)Sara C.
My sister and I came here to grab a bite before catching a movie at the Gateway. It was a pretty quiet weeknight evening, but the server was cheerful and happy to help us order. We got a half veggie, half smoked salmon roll, with an order of the carrot salad and an order of the cucumber salad, which came to about $14. We each enjoyed our sushi, and my sister was happy to have some variety in her veggie roll besides cucumber and avocado. The carrot salad was something I'd skip next time, as it was just a basic green salad with shredded carrot and ginger-citrus dressing. The cucumber salad was pleasantly spicy (that is, extremely mild), and worth trying. I'm more likely to get my cheap sushi fix at Tensuke Express, but this is fine for a quick, relatively healthy bite in the campus area.
(3)Abby L.
Like what everyone else says, this is like a chipotle for sushi. While it is cheap, if you're looking for authentic sushi, this is not the place to go. That being said, you get your money's worth, but that's about it. I can't say the sushi is good, it's just a place where the way the sushi is made is unique because you get to pick what you want in it.
(4)Haley S.
I'm not sure what it is about their sushi but I'm addicted. The ingredients are crazy fresh (although the seaweed is a little tough-all the time) and most of the staff is very friendly, quick and helpful. This is a relatively cheap, healthy food choice and just what the doctor ordered for OSU's campus life. I could eat here every day, several time a day (not exaggerating). Such a great idea for sushi! VERY CLEAN! I highly suggest getting all the veggies along with your protein to make sure you're full by the time you've finished your roll!
(5)Kayla M.
I just went here for the first time today. I've had sushi everywhere, Japan, California, DC, now Columbus. It's right up there with some of my favorite sushi restaurants. The fact you can pick what you want in your roll makes it all the better!! The fact they are going to open one up in Clintonville makes me a happy camper!!! Keep up the good work!
(5)Liz M.
This place is AWESOME!! You get to build your own sushi roll(s). I'll drop the sushi science for you right here: 1) You choose a seaweed or tofu wrap. 2) You choose some protein. They have cooked and raw options as well as tofu for the vegetarians/vegans. 3) You choose as many veggies as you want. 4) They roll it up. 5) You choose from their dizzying array of sauces and toppings. 6) You eat a delicious sushi roll (or five) and wonder where this place has been all your life... Seriously though, all of this is performed by the most pleasant and happy sushi makers you will ever meet! Tonight, I asked for a low-carb roll without the rice, and they were like, no problem. It's inexpensive as far as sushi goes (about $7-8 a roll, depends on your choices). The whole restaurant is SPOTLESS including the bathrooms. You can really feel good about choosing this place. It's healthy; they use environmentally friendly packaging; the people are super nice; and you can bring your vegan/gluten-free/vegetarian/low-carb diet following friends!!
(5)Scot A.
Sushi has never been my favorite food....until now! Now I'm stuck coming here as I am so totally addicted to the stuff. It's healthy, not expensive and a great way to get a meal fast. Scot Abplanalp
(5)Jaclyn N.
So the staff her was so nice! There was only one guy working so it was a bit slow but he made up for the speed with his personality! I love the concept...it's like Chipotle but for sushi! A dream for any sushi lover. Its a streamlined decor of minimalism. I loved how they have no fountain sodas rather teas that are uniquely flavored!
(5)Allan W.
HOLY HOT SWEET MOLEY! This place is so good it will make you wanna slap your mama. Seriously- don't bring your mom here- you'll end up slapping her. It's innovative and fresh- will most certainly return.
(5)Paul F.
I was one of the Yelp party of several months ago and I decided I ought to come try it out on my own. So I came down this afternoon and parked in the garage. I have to admit that it makes things a lot simpler. So I ordered and by the time I was done, I ended up with a $10+ sushi roll. Not to say that's all bad but... But the roll was big and was pretty good and that's all that matters.
(4)Brittney M.
I visit this place weekly! The staff is very helpful and friendly, the atmosphere is casual and fun and the food! THE FOOD! I love helping build my own sushi! They have great options and I love the monthly featured ingredients! Overall, it's a place you need to check out when on campus!
(5)Patri S.
Best place for sushi. Love it
(4)Mike B.
Wasn't quite sure how I would feel about this style sushi, but I'm not necessarily a fan, even though I don't "hate" it. The quality of the sushi itself is poor, that's just in comparison to real good sushi, which is what I'm normally looking for. If you don't consider this sushi, and consider it a "rice roll in seaweed wrapper with mixed vegetables and proteins", then I would call it at least average. It's still less quality then the bento sushi that Tensuke off old henderson road sells. It's not even so much the quality for me, but more the complete lack of regard for the fish IN the sushi. I got a good look at their trays, and that fish was shredded. Even the lowest level 7-11 grab'n'go sushi in Japan still has expertly sliced fish.
(2)Greg W.
I don't like sushi, I don't like sushi, I don't like sushi...at least this was the mantra that I kept repeating to myself before attending the Yelp Elite event at Fusian. Fair warning, that is where my first experience with Fusian was from, but since then I've had a few others. In fact, I bought a second roll that same night to put in the fridge for lunch the next day! The atmosphere is really laid back and cool; not so much an upscale hoity-toity place as trendy and relaxed. It fits in well with the entire area it's located in. I still haven't branched out too far into the realm of different types of rolls, but what I have tried, I've liked. The prices are reasonable (around $8/roll) and you're able to choose exactly what items you want put into your roll. I'm a fan of smoked salmon, avocado & cream cheese in a seaweed wrap. All in all, Fusian has become my gateway drug into trying sushi at multiple other locations around town, and I can't say that I'm upset by that.
(4)Catherine J.
Fusian is doing everything right. This is not really in the same category as a typical sushi restuarant. Rolls only, with relatively limited options. But! The beauty is in these limited and customizable options. With a curated list of ingredients that you can combine any way you'd like, the product stays fresh, filling, and price-appropriate. Seriously dudes, these rolls are huge. The space is sleek and modern; perfect for catching a quick lunch with a friend. The layout is optimized for maximum seating with minimal feeling of crowded-ness. The space manages to feel light and airy even crammed with fellow nommers. Chipotle style rolls, with some machines to help with pressing the rice and cutting the rolls. Choose your wrapper (soy or seaweed), choose your fish (if using) and other veggie innards, then choose your drizzle and/or other toppings like flakes and roe. Great fast sides available like edamame, seaweed salad, and miso soup. I liked my miso, but my dining mate found it too "bready." Maybe down the line, I'd like to see brown rice as an option, too. I should note that I visited the Cincinnati location over a year ago, and I've been dreaming of a Columbus location ever since. It was an experience that really stayed with me, and I'm happy to get my fix nearby!
(5)Brad S.
Of the two choose-your-own-adventure sushi spots in town, I prefer this one. There's more variety of ingredients, both to go in the roll and on top (love the sauces!), and I think you get more for your money here too. For about 9 bucks, you get a 10-piece roll with nice quality fish, tons of veggies, and delicious topping sauces. It's miles better than grocery sushi, and approaching the quality of some sit-down sushi elsewhere. The decor is fun - I love the variety of tables available, it makes things seem much less sterile than they could have been in this part of campus.
(4)Luke T.
Sushi done chipotle style. Basically, if you want to get into the restaurant biz these days, you just think of a food and do it the way chipotle would, and bam! Successful restaurant. When you do sushi chipotle-style, you end up with weird things like chicken and steak rolls. The only raw options are tuna, salmon and yellowtail. Smoked salmon is listed under raw, but I'm pretty sure that's not a fish. In fact, I think it might be smoked. Choose a wrap, a protein, some veggies and toppings and you're done. You end up with about two rolls for $6-9; not bad. They have some fancy roll cutter that does the cutting for them, which is kind of lame. And, like chipotle, they should serve beer!!! The roll was just fine, decor is clean like you'd expect from chipotle imitators, workers wearing Columbus shirts. The manager came up and interrupted me while I was taking the only bite where I tried to eat a piece in two bites instead of one so that was a messy embarrassing moment lol. I could come back, but for sushi, I think I prefer the real thing.
(3)Zain K.
This place is pretty fantastic. It's basically the Subway or Chipotle of sushi roll places (okay, that doesn't do Fusian justice at all!), in that you pick your wrap, protein, veg, sauce, and toppings, and it's rolled, cut (I want one of these machines...), plated (or boxed, more accurately) and served by friendly staff. The prices are a little lower than they would be at a typical sushi restaurant, and you're not bound by preset concoctions (for which reason I rarely eat rolls at sushi places), making this a win on at least those two counts.
(5)David M.
Love Fusian. As a fellow UD grad, I'll always choose it for my sushi. Staff is kind of overly friendly/hipster-ish, but the sushi is amazing, as well as the spicy edamame.
(4)Megan V.
Fresh, fun, fabulous... It's FUSIAN! It's the "Chipotle" of sushi rolls! Customizable sushi at a reasonable price is the best $10 you can spend. Plus, the rolls are huge (one is enough!).
(5)Esther C.
It's like Chipotle for sushi! The creators of this chain are geniuses. I couldn't believe how fresh and the cut of the fish they had available. So fast and so convenient, as well as delicious. Being able to literally build my own roll was mind blowing. The only thing I wasn't a fan of was their seaweed salad. Maybe I just got a bad batch, but it had a bitter taste to it. Disappointing considering everything else was quite tasty.
(4)Lovepreet K.
It's not traditional but still has a great unique flavor! Love to get the sweet soy and spicy mayo sauce on top of my rolls. If want to try a new twist on sushi give it a shot!
(4)Mel S.
I went down to the Gateway for a conference and a friend suggested we try out this new sushi place. We went in and looked at the menu. This place is set up similar to Piada and Chipotle - you can pick and choose if you want Soy or Seaweed for the wrap, the type of protein, veggies, and sauce. The menu also has some suggested rolls for those like me who lack confidence in my sushi ordering skills. I ordered the Spicy tuna roll and the cucumber salad. The employees were very helpful in explaining everything to me. The sushi and salad was fresh and the experience was one of the best I have had in a long time. Definitely something fresh and new, so check it out!
(5)Lloyd M.
Absolutely love this place. I don't do raw so I stick to the crab mix and tempura shrimp. Adding all the extras make this the largest sushi roll I've ever had. Fresh ingredients, decent prices and quick service...what more do you need?
(4)Mahesh R.
Great food! Very close to campus and very good service. Went in around closing time and they were out of fried tofu. The guy was really sorry and gave away the sushi for free. I really didnt expect that. He even refused to let me pay half-price. Thats the kind of service I like!
(5)Cspan C.
My friends and I dined in at Fusian earlier today and It was delicious. I am not someone who normally enjoys sushi, so I enjoyed the DIY aspect of this eatery. The staff were particularly friendly and informative, but not in a overly corporate brain-washy way. We enjoyed the visual cues of the compost bin. organized, clean, and idiot-friendly. I ordered tofu and both of my friends enjoyed the salmon. The meal was quite satisfying for how fairly it was priced. Would definitely go again.
(5)Ashley M.
Great concept of create-your-own sushi. Fish was fresh, and the spicy edamame was delicious. They give generous helpings for their protein...which is always nice. I really loved their drink options...they had a ginger drink which was awesome. What was really great about this place was the fact that all their cups and wares are compostable and they have a compost and recycling bin in store!
(4)Diane R.
I decided to give this place a try after I read the Yelp reveiws. I'm glad I did. Great concept- pick and choose your vegetable, brown or white rice, protein and sauces. I travel 11 states and never ate at a sushi fast food restaurant where you could custom order. I felt out of place because I'm a older woman and I was surrounded by a lot of young students but I ordered to go and took my dinner back to my hotel. I ordered two rolls and I could not even eat the second roll because it was way to much food. Definitely will come back to the Fusion when I'm back in town.
(4)Edie D.
The first thing you see is a card with all the vegan/allergan ingredients...which is so amazing! So many restaurants that have a "heathy" image have no clue what they are feeding you and have to go look for a huge, dirty binder to let you try to figure out if you can eat something. But they blew it so sadly by titling the card, "Are you a PICKY eater?" Please tell your management on high that people who might die from exposure to an allergan are NOT PICKY! Picky is when you will eat strawberries but not raspberries....not when you are trying to enjoy a fun meal out with friends...and not ruin it by having the squad come. Recovering from that little slap in the face, I gained a brand new understanding and appreciation for sushi. I can't comment on it's artistic quality, but it did taste wonderful and was very reasonably priced. The decor is almost too cute and missed the mark slightly by not having any sound absorption. It was very loud, even without loud music playing. I was there on a Friday night at dinner time with lots of groups of students enjoying each other....so it was fun and energetic, just hard to hear your dinner companions.
(4)Matt W.
I like it! As you've heard from just about every review, it's "Chipotle-style" techniques applied to sushi. You choose a wrap base (maki or tofu), protein (or tofu), veggies, and sauces. The roll is completed, then you can grab a drink and several pre-made sides. I went with a tuna roll, tofu wrap, carrots, cucumber, avocado, jalapeno, and some sweet chili sauce. Yum. I also liked the carrot & ginger salad, but it's basically just a green salad with ginger dressing. I was hoping for something where the carrot was the primary ingredient, not just an accent. Prices are pretty reasonable, especially if you're just getting the roll, and the staff were good about letting me figure out what I wanted without rushing me through. My only complaint is the location - they're tucked into the side of one of the Gateway buildings, and it's a little awkward to find them or park if you're not already looking. Still, if that's the worst thing I can say, they're in pretty good shape.
(4)Tiffany Y.
Yes, it's Chipotle style. Yes, it's pretty cheap. But my love for sushi makes this place seem rather sad. I mean, good for them providing students with fast service, choose-your-own-ingredients sushi! But I'm no longer a student and I'd rather have my sushi handled properly. I can see myself enjoying Fusian for a busy work day lunch. But, other than that, I don't think I'll visit again.
(3)Elizabeth S.
Amazing!!!! Although my osu days are behind me, I go up to campus from the burbs at least once a week. Really nice kids working there. Food is made to order and DELICIOUS!!
(5)Molly M.
Although fish was not fresh, tastes pretty good with crab meat. It is a little pricey to me at least, but I love all these chipotle-like restaraunts that are evolving
(4)Keith B.
Chipotle sushi! I had reservations about this place. I was expecting to leave with that "I just swallowed fish oil pills" in my stomach feeling, and having mediocre sushi rolls. I was wrong. $6-9 (or more, depending on ingredients) for two rolls. Not bad! And you can do half and half for your meats (and yes, for you "non-sushi" folks, they do veggie, chicken and steak sushi). I like the idea because they have a few items I don't think about ever ordering when I go out for sushi. I never think to "build my own" roll, but they take the hassle out for you, and make it a fast process. So, it's sushi, Americanized. Streamlined. Efficient. You pick, they build, they roll, machine cuts, and you pick your sauces. The only downside is the location. I seldom go to South Campus Gateway for anything, and the "build your own roll" may not be enough to drive me back-unless a friend insists we walk down there from Clintonville. Who knows!
(4)Bri S.
This place is like a chipotle for sushi, which is amazing! You pick exactly what you want on your sushi down to the extra trimmings (sauce, crunch, etc). The food is uber good and the drinks are so refreshing! Definitely going back
(5)Jasmine M.
Not "real" sushi, but delicious nonetheless. I got the surf & turf and boyfriend spicy tuna, both were huge and yummy!
(4)Alicia S.
The only reason why I'm giving this place 4 stars is because they don't have fountain sodas. Other than that this spot is great. I was visiting ohio state university and my friend that lives there suggested it. I'm normally VERY skeptical of new sushi places, so i asked if it was like south tampa shusi spots and she said yes. So we went. At first glance I didn't see how it would compare to my normal sushi joints; it was set up like a subway where you build you sandwich, but instead had sushi items. You pick if what wrap you want, rice paper or seaweed, then the kind of rice and you choose your protein then veggies. After recreating a Mexican roll, I sat down and tried it. Oh my gosh was this place legit. It was great. I love that it was kind of like a fast food place but with high quality sushi. I wish we had places like this in Tampa. If I do go back to ohio I will eat here multiple times.
(4)Haley S.
This is my favorite place to eat in columbus right now. The ingredients are very fresh and everything ia very clean. I crave this sushi on a weekly basis and its affordable enough for weekly visit. Wonderful idea. I can't say enough about this place...love it.
(5)Heather K.
I went to lunch here yesterday with a skeptical friend, and we both left impressed. The folks at the counter explained the different ways you could combine ingredients. Since it was our first visit, he gave us samples of all the sauces. I'm vegan and had no trouble ordering, and they also have gluten-free options. My friend got two different kinds of protein in her roll. The atmosphere is definitely relaxed, and I like the table/bench set-up. My favorite part was the environmentally awareness. Everything from the sauce tubs to the utensils can be recycled or composted. They have separate bins with pics of where different items go to make it idiot-proof. Great sushi and green style....I'm sold.
(5)Jackie P.
Everyone I talk to on campus.... LOVES this place. Me? Meh. Yes, as Luke T. said... it is sushi done Chipotle style... brilliant if you ask me. But idk, I was hoping for more options? There weren't many "raw" fish options... and it seems to be geared to the inexperienced sushi lover. i.e. the cooked options... even chicken! WHAT?! One thing these guys have going for them: Marketing. Pure freakin' genius on marketing. I heard from a friend that they pay NOTHING to market their restaurant. It's all word of mouth. And they are doing it well. Even teaming up with Homage for Fusian shirts? Smart. While I enjoyed my roll.... I don't think I'll be going back on a weekly basis, even though I work 2 doors down. It didn't "wow" me, and the wasabi mayo was not that hot. Pro tip: go with the spicy mayo instead. I am very pleased to have them on campus though!!! Much needed for the type of environment OSU students like! Note: You can halfsies your roll. (I did tuna and salmon). & don't forget to grab chopsticks before you take to-go order. They are not provided in the bag. Also: I saw a similar thing on Shark Tank last week, "sushi chipotle" - Fusian does it BETTER.
(3)Chelsea W.
Had to add a star. Just had to! Fusian deserves it. In my half dozen visits since my original review...I just love this place! They give you EXACTLY what you want on your roll at the same price you would pay for a tiny, plain old California roll elsewhere. You can get every sauce they carry if you want to. You can get a peanut butter and jelly roll. You can get 5 veggies if you please. You can get two different proteins, or tofu and a protein. The options are endless and it ROCKS! I walked in to Fusian the other day and one of the owners was shaking people's hands, clearing off tables, and chatting with the college kids. Where else on campus can you get that?! Fusian is truly a PERFECT addition to Ohio State, and Columbus.
(5)Monica S.
Sushi inspired by how Chipotle does their business is a great idea. This is a place for a quick fix of sushi, it's not as authentic as I was hoping it would be. Then again, I'm a pretty big sushi nerd. It's not bad but I don't plan to go back anytime.
(3)John M.
4.5 stars. The popular characterization of this place as the "Chipotle of sushi rolls" is pretty apt. It's simple, fast, and the food quality seems good. Decor is minimalist, and prices are appropriate for the area. It's nothing special, nothing fancy, and if you come in with an expectation appropriate for fast food, you'll be quite pleased.
(5)Brittany S.
Customized sushi rolls.... HECK YES! If you're looking for a quick bite of sushi and don't want to spend too much money, head to Fusian! Sushi can get expensive but here you can customize your roll for $6-9! Choose your wrap, protein, veggies, sauce/toppings and you're done. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The chef talked to us for a few minutes about Fusian, the ability to fax in orders, and catering. Fusian has options for non-raw lovers as well - tempura shrimp, chicken and the PB&J roll! I tried a regular roll (shrimp, carrots, cream cheese, spicy mayo) and the PB&J roll .... both delicious. Lots of options.
(5)Thomas S.
I almost always order the shrimp roll with the works. This place also visits the Nationwide cafeteria and usually runs out of a few popular items. Keep on coming since I can't always make it up North!
(4)Chris B.
Its a place you must try to fully understand how great it is. Its even a place if you have never had sushi but are interested in maybe trying something for the first time. The small things they lack the owners are willing to listen and possible try at their locations (brown rice). I dont know if i could name another restaurant that a customer has that much influence.
(5)Jenna A.
First time visit today, and the guy helping me out was super friendly and explained everything I needed to know before starting. I made my own roll, with tuna, cream cheese, avocado, cucumber, with a soy roll (so good) and rice. Add some spicy mayo and sweet soy sauce and it was absolutely delicious! The portions are HUGE, I was very surprised and very grateful! I came in starving and left very satisfied.
(5)brandon k.
Building your own sushi order works out much better than I expected. Their selection is good and offers a few fresh ingredients you don't normally see on sushi but actually work really well. I love being able to turn the heat up with jalapeños and sesame chile seasoning. The rolls are big, you will only want one unless you have the biggest of appetites. The downside is that your entire meal is the same roll of sushi, reducing variety that I prefer. The PB&J dessert rolls are very good, but overpriced for a side item IMO. They are missing out on having a good iced tea and their cucumber-soaked water is neat but always seems to be empty at both OSU and in Dayton. This place is going to blow up with popularity, especially among college students. They've got a good thing going here, but there's room to improve.
(4)Felicia L.
I eat here pretty much every day. I do social/educational programming with OSU students and I generally take them here as part of my outreach and they are all obsessed with it now. The employees are always super friendly and I think they almost have my roll memorized by now...just waiting for them to name it after me ;)
(5)Richard Y.
Cheap and much better than most sushi places I've been to in the area.
(5)Sean P.
This place is awesome! Really good food, great service and its very reasonably priced. I will be back!
(5)Daniel D.
Fresh, convenient, fast, healthy, and good. I have ate at a majority of sushi restaurants in Columbus, and their sushi is better than the signature rolls at some of Columbus's premier restaurants. If you want to try something different and unique. This place will get you hooked.
(5)Nicole A.
From UD to OSU, I love this place! So fresh and fun! The spicy mayo and crunch toppings perfect my sushi roll! Love being able to pick whatever I want on it.
(5)Eliza D.
Meh. I used to come here because I dug the chipotle style pick and choose setting and the rolls ended up being decent. Hadn't been in to visit for at least 6 months which should be a sign that it was so so. The guy greeting us was scratching his beard with his gloves as we walked in and seemed totally offended when I asked him to put clean gloves on. The carrot and ginger salad was a mess. Wilted lettuce and watery dressing. The miso soup was bland. I love the idea and I love that they employ college kids who need work but I won't be back again. The price to quality isn't worth it.
(2)Ying X.
Columbus really has the "Chipotle-style (insert food)" thing down! Fusian is only one of the many places around town that boasts a design-your-own-order theme, and it certainly brings a new level of fun to casual sushi! I've only been here a couple of times, but service has been consistently fast and friendly every single time! The process is four simple steps. Choose your wrap/rice (seaweed vs. soy and white vs. brown), choose your protein, choose your veggies, and chose your sauces/toppings. You can also opt for different types of protein (i.e. half salmon, half yellowtail), although keep in mind that they'll charge you for the price of the more expensive option. The quality of the fish isn't too bad either (not amazing, but definitely not old or fishy), and you have a good selection of toppings/fillings to choose from (avocado, cucumber, cream cheese, etc). I never thought that sushi could be a fast food, but Fusian has not only proven me wrong, but also convinced me that it is a brilliant option for fast food!
(4)Lin H.
I'm really happy with my experience at Fusian! Like everyone else has said, it really is a Chipotle-style for sushi rolls. I enjoyed building my own tuna roll, and found the staff to be helpful when I told them I'd never been there before. One thing I do think they need to improve on is their presentation of food. Honestly, the display layout is just not working in their benefit. It is similar to Chipotle or Piada, but with sushi ingredients it looks meek and limited in options. Also, the way the ingredients were prepared was not appetizing. For example, the green onions were long and cut into 3-4 inch bits and looking wilty, and the avocado was already cut, sitting in the open, and browning. In my opinion, the green onions would look much better if diced up and it would be very impressive if the avocado was cut in front of you. It's the little things that count, essentially!
(4)Maribeth B.
Not even close to real sushi. Made me really sick. They add unnecessary ingredients to the food. Why do I have to get my seaweed gluten free?! Why is there gluten in seaweed?!
(1)Sam H.
My daughter described this place the best - It's Chipotle for maki rolls. She's right. It's an interesting concept of making your own maki rolls with various proteins or vegetables. You can also order more traditional makis, such as the spicy tuna and California rolls we ordered. A machine presses rice onto the seaweed, they add the ingredients, roll it, then put it into a machine that cuts it into 8 pieces. Brilliant. The rolls were very good. We only wish the spicy tuna were more spicy. But I did see that they had Sriracha sauce. I would ask them to add it next time. Overall, would I go back - for sure.
(4)Jen T.
I love this place. Keep in mind that it's not a full-on sushi bar; they have a short menu of wrap, protein, veg, and sauce (think: certain other fast-casual Mexican joint with the same concept :) ) and the idea is to get people in and out the door quickly, which makes perfect sense on a college campus. Conveniently located about a block north of the Campus Gateway, this is a great spot to grab a quick meal before seeing a movie. My bf and I were there on a Monday night during OSU's summer break, so the place wasn't very busy. We moved to the front of the restaurant and ordered our food right away. The people behind the counter were attentive, although perhaps not as informed as one might like--we asked if the tofu was organic and they didn't know. We also tried to find out the health benefits of seaweed vs. soy wrappers, but didn't have any luck with that question either (although, asking similar kinds of questions at a Panera, McD's, etc. would probably yield the same result). However, the staff was able to tell us what paired well and what was popular with the ingredient of the month--mango. I definitely like that they have a rotating ingredient to mix things up a bit. Just like the restaurant-I-won't-name-because-it's-so-obvious, you pick out your wrap, your protein, your veg, and your sauce. You can choose to do different combinations of protein, veg, and sauce on each half of the roll if you're looking for a bit of variety. The end of the line also involves selecting toppings like tempura and sesame seeds. Prices range from $7-$9 per roll depending on what protein you select. I like to fill mine with several kinds of veggies, which makes the roll plenty full and one roll ends up being enough. I love watching the preparation of the rolls--from the assembly, to using that fancy cutting machine, to applying generous globs of spicy mayo and sweet soy sauce. The final product is a brightly colored combination, and I think, a feast for the eyes (although, I suppose they could go a tad lighter on the sauces). The dining room itself seats ~50 people, with a mix of small tables for two, to larger rectangular tables intended to seat 8 or 10, so during peak times, be prepared to share one of these large tables. The decor is kept simple, sort of a modern industrial look with concrete tables and contemporary chairs and benches. Upon exiting, you'll notice that Fusian has different bins for composting, recycling, and trash. At a Yelp Elite event, we had the opportunity to talk with the creators of Fusian, and they felt that being environmentally responsible was part of their mission. I appreciate that businesses take extra steps like this to be good environmental stewards. As of this posting (May 2014), this is the only Columbus location, with stores in Dayton and Cincy. I think the concept could do well elsewhere in Columbus, should they decide to expand. I don't live near campus, but was in the area for a movie, and I was very much looking forward to a quick, affordable dinner here. I'm sure other neighborhoods in Columbus would also delight in such an opportunity.
(5)Chelsea J.
Hi. My name is Chelsea and I am absolutely addicted to sushi. Haha. No but seriously, let me tell ya, this place is IT. The vibe is very organic/natural. The ordering is chipotle-esk, you go through the line and get your rice, protein, veggies then top it off with your sauce and garnishes. Loved it. The veggies (asparagus, avocado, peppers carrots) are not extra--so pile it up-- but the meat you choose is the price point. It will take you from $7.50-9ish. Very affordable, and I was nice and full after our visit. Fusion gets a.... THUMBS UP :)
(4)Shea H.
FINALLY got a chance to try Fusian. It was good... I liked my rolls. It's just that, I thought the rolls were really expensive to be a fast-food, college-student-run, fake sushi shop. Four rolls cost about $30 and two of the four rolls were veggie-based. Mind you, this is a make-your-own-rolls type place... so your meal is not guaranteed to be good. I don't know what foods compliment each other in sushi-world. And there were no recommendations on the menu or in-person. The price pretty much ruin the meal for me. I couldn't even focus...I just kept looking at the menu and the receipt wondering where I went wrong. Oh- and my rolls fell apart. Even with the use of a rolling-machine, my rolls were still poorly made. And Fusian offers no brown rice. The sushi-makers literally looked like they rolled out of their dorm-room bed and came to work. Wrinkled clothing. Messy hair. I suppose that I should just be grateful that they used gloves. And hard-as-hell seats throughout the restaurant. Narrow walk ways, I would have to stand to the side and wait for others to pass or vice versa. Good luck with parking. Street parking can be hit or miss. There's a garage not very far away, though. Maybe costs a dollar? I can't remember. I wouldn't recommend this place.
(1)Michael S.
Genius concept. Create your own sushi with a Fusian twist. Wonderful staff, great prices (roughly $7-10 per roll), and a relaxing atmosphere makes returning here an absolute necessity. If you're in Columbus, GO HERE!
(5)Matt K.
Esther C. stole my line! "It's like Chipotle for sushi!" That's exactly the way to describe this place as far as the decor and the experience. I guess food quality is something that would really depend on your feelings about Chipotle, but I thought my roll was fine for something that was made to order relatively quickly. Usually when I eat sushi, I'll put away several rolls. That makes this spot good for me for a lunch or snack, but not beyond that. The pressure is on you to create a good roll, but that's part of the fun. Also, they had Mexican Coke with real sugar.
(4)Gina M.
I love sushi, but I never get too adventurous with it, so Fusian is a great option. It's cheap, it's fast, and it's not intimidating for new comers to sushi. They also let you load up your roll with as many veggies as you'd like which is great! Every time I've been, the service is great, the food quality is great, and it's very clean. The campus location is a bit inconvenient to get to (very little parking) but otherwise Fusian is a great choice!
(4)Kenny Y.
I do like the concept of this place. However, in order to make rolls efficiently, Fusian's sushi rice is prepared in a way such that it is particularly sticky and easily molded. By doing this, the sushi rice tastes somewhat stale, kind of like the sushi you would get in a college cafeteria. Also, they don't add much fish to the rolls, such that you really taste more rice than fish (unless, of course, you pay extra for double fish). As for the price point, I think it's pretty reasonable. Get a lot of extra veggies in your rolls to make it worth it. If I was a student here, I might come here for quick, customizable, cafeteria-like sushi. But as a visitor to Columbus, not really worth it.
(2)Holly C.
Why wouldn't you like what's essentially a sushi cafe where you can order sushi to your liking as if you were at a Chipotle? If you're a sushi fan, this is definitely a place to check out. The prices are reasonable, and you get a lot of different choices. The variety is what keeps food from being boring and you can enjoy a variety of combinations every time you go. Whenever I'm in the campus area, I like to stop by because I prefer cooked sushi so I get the steak or shrimp as protein, fill it with assorted veggies, and get sauce drizzled on top or on the side in a cup. Certain toppings or additions are an extra charge so be sure to pay attention to that. I love adding masago (+$1) to top it off. It creates awesome texture and flavor!
(4)Emily L.
I have recently become a big fan of sushi, and as I am a strict vegetarian ( YES that does include NOT eating fish), this place is a WIN! since at some sushi restaurants I have gotten sick since they have made the veg sushi on the same plates/ areas of sushi with fish in it, I love that you can see them making the sushi right in front of you. You walk in to a place that looks just like chioptle. You place your order of type of wrap and rice then you just go down the line of what you want to add in. It has interesting adds that you normally wouldnt see at a typical sushi place such as beef, chicken, and tofu. It also has a wide selection of vegetables to add in ( asparagrus, green peppers, red peppers, onions etc) . You can be in and out of this place in 10 mins tops. Also its REALLY well priced, I can get a 9 roll sushi for $6.00, and its large too!
(4)Lindy K.
I was really excited to try sushi in Columbus, particularly a place rated so high...but I really don't understand the high ratings. Maybe this would be a good place for people who haven't ever tried sushi and are kind of nervous about it? Or don't actually like sushi. I don't know. Nothing seemed particularly fresh-which is pretty important for sushi. And nothing was particularly flavorful or interesting. You can get better sushi at the grocery store for pretty much the same price or cheaper. The place is clean and the employees were nice, but since this rating is for the food, my advice is to pass.
(1)Andrew W.
Fusian can be described as nothing shy of...nifty! More and more I see stores branching out into "Chipotle-style" restaurants, but I never thought I'd see the day where we had made-to-order carryout sushi. The restaurant is bright, the people are friendly and the food is tasty, what more could a young ingenue ask for? Every time I go into Fusian, a smile is immediately put on my face by the awesome employees -- not to mention the prospect of a tasty meal. There's a myriad of options when it comes to picking your fillings and (my favorite part) seasonal veggies! Yum-o, indeed. If you're looking for a fast, delicious sushi entree; Fusian is your place. Is the sushi going to be gourmet? Nah. Are you going to be enjoying your sushi within five minutes of walking into the store? Probably. Will your taste buds tingle and will you be left satisfied with a fresh, locally sourced meal? Definitely.
(4)Lea P.
This is gonna sound weird, but the more I come here, the less I adore it. Weird because if that's the case, why do I keep coming? I guess because I want to get back what I remember from my first few visits. I was first at Fusian for a fabulous Yelp event a while back and was anxious to return and rate it on its own merits. The concept is terrific: build your own sushi roll out of adequately fresh ingredients, including but not limited to raw fish, and embellish it with a selection of toppings. Have it made to order, have it fast, and have it cheap. What's not to love? For starters, not all ingredient combos are fabulous together. I find as a "seagan" i have more options here than I have at Chipotle or Bibibop, so I get something different -- sometimes radically different -- every time. And they aren't always awesome. Since I've never had a disappointing combo at those other types of assembly line fast food joints, it would be great if the same were possible here. I could get a five-star sushi roll every time I came here, but even I have a tuna-avocado roll limit when the options are so close to infinite. If I stick to the same thing, it should be because that thing is that great, not because the alternatives aren't. So I'm not really a fan of the shrimp for the sushi, I think. Have yet to be impressed with the sides I've ordered. The miso soup, for instance, is not very flavorful; I've put soy sauce in to jazz it up. The seasonal veggie is hit or miss. Right now they've got bean sprouts there, and those could potentially be spiffy with the right combo, but last fall's sweet potatoes? Well... as I said, I get experimental here. And those things did not belong in my roll. They might have belonged in someone's roll. But not mine. Finally, I'm not crazy about the soy wrap. They recommend it for sushi beginners, but I don't think it's going to "wrap up" any sushi converts, honestly. I found it bland, with a texture that did not allow easy teeth-sinking-into like seaweed does. I'm gonna keep going back, though. Because it is entirely possible to get an A+ roll out of the place. The problem is that I've only done that by playing it safe, yet playing it safe is not what a build-your-own place is designed for. And I'd need to admit that there's still something *fun* about building your own. And the price justifies the risk when there's fun involved.
(3)Victoria N.
Restaurant is nice and inviting. Everything is fresh and menu is self explaining. Everyone that works there is nice and kick ass! My boyfriend makes me come here everytime he visits from Terre Haute, Indiana. I do not complain. He loves to talk about how amazingly good it is for so cheap!! Even for a big guy like him who needs two rolls. He thinks there should be a Fusian in Indiana.
(5)Brian F.
I really enjoy this sushi spot with a cafeteria style feel to it. I've been eating vegetarian these past few weeks, and Fusian has some delicious tofu that hit the spot. I went with the Soy wrap also and most of the veggies. Mango is an option this month which I would highly recommend. I opted for wasabi mayo, sweet chili and tempura crunch. I later decided to grab some wasabi on the side (free of charge) which pleased my chili-head side. The sweet and the spicy go together so well along with their vegetables, which taste very fresh to me. Mad Mex used to be my go-to place before Monday movies, but, now that they don't have Monday happy hour, it looks like it's going to Fusian from here on out. It's delicious, affordable, has a clean interior with helpful employees.
(5)Vin R.
This place is great. As with many good restaurant concepts, it's not a new idea, but it is a well conceived repurposing of an old one. In this case, Fusian is basically the Chipotle (or Piada) concept applied to sushi. The restaurant is located on OSU Campus on 11th Ave (there's an hourly garage half a block down if you don't get lucky with street parking or have campus parking pass). The campus location isn't superconvenient for us 30-somethings, but strolling around on the edge of campus made me briefly feel young again. Until I realized that a lot of the kids wandering around were probably born when I was in college. Ugh. Anyway, you pick your ingredients (wrap, protein, veggies and sauces/toppings) and friendly folks assemble your roll for you as you move towards the cash register. My roll ("The Vin") was made with seaweed wrap, roasted tofu, asparagus, avocado, carrot, cream cheese and cucumber with wasabi mayo and tempura crunch on top. My wife's roll was crabstick, avocado, carrot, cream cheese and cucumber with spicy mayo and tempura crunch. In the end we both preferred my roll, so I win this round of Fusian, but we'll be back for more I'm sure. Be sure to try the spicy edamame when you go, definitely unique and the perfect side to your sushi.
(5)Jessica D.
What a neat idea! The makings of a sushi roll, right at your fingertips for slightly more than a Chipotle burrito. I had a spicy tuna roll with all the veggies Fusion had to offer, thus creating a monstrous roll nearly bursting at the seams. Despite the harsh truth that all sushi lovers must acknowledge--that sushi is rarely filling--, this roll held me over for AT LEAST the next three hours. Woah, Nelly. The owner is genuinely passionate about the latest addition to the outskirts of the South Campus Gateway, and will be happy to elaborate on his award winning Edamame. Harking from Cincinnati, this spicy edamame is coated with a spicy moi-poi sauce (which can be found at any grocery store) and leaves your mouth scrambling for a gallon of water. Mmmm. Sexy. Finally, the owner mentioned what was not explicitly stated on the menu, that you can mix and match any protein, sauce, and/or vegetable AND have your roll prepared with the rice facing outwards. Small details, but something to keep in mind the next time I go. So you need a cheap sushi fix that's not Kroger sushi? Fusion's got you covered.
(4)Dani G.
I was actually pretty impressed by this establishment. I figured it would be Kroger quality sushi but it's much better. It has a chipotle like feel but for sushi and the price is good. Cheaper then going to a place like Haiku, but still pretty tasty and you get to add all the sauces and toppings that you want.
(3)Claire F.
Interesting fusion! It turns sushi to a fast food. People there are very friendly. Everything is fine. Flavor is standard. And the price is acceptable.
(3)Emma L.
Decided I needed to check this place out, and man I'm glad I did. Like previous reviewers have stated, this choose-your-own sushi place works logistically like Chipotle. GENIUS MOVE. Sure, they don't have a ton of raw options and this is in no way traditional sushi. But for what it is, this place is superb. And at only 3 weeks old (today) I am really impressed at what they've got going on. Saturday night around 7:30 this place was PACKED. Much like Chipotle lines, it was long but moved quickly enough I wasn't having second thoughts. One of the co-owners was keeping the line occupied by saying hi, answering questions and just getting to know the Fusian customer base. Friendly guy. Pricing works like Chipotle as well. Proteins determine your roll price, while veggies, cream cheese, avocado, sauce and basic toppings (like tempura flakes) are included in the base price. The rolls are really large and come out to about 10 pieces. Great value. I got half tuna, half spicy salmon (yes they let you mix!), cucumber, carrot, avocado, cream cheese, jalapeño, spicy mayo, sweet soy and tempura flakes. 10 pieces, all for only $7.25. I added on a Miso soup ($1.75) and side of seaweed salad ($3.00) to try and loved those as well. I am now sitting on my couch enjoying my very own sushi creation, without the Short North Saturday night lines and prices. Don't come here expecting award winning traditional sushi. It's campus. It's cheap. People are in sweat pants. It's fantastic.
(4)Helen P.
I have no idea how this place got 4 stars out of 5. It's exactly what you think it is - fast food bad sushi. Not only was the sushi terrible, the employees are incompetent! I told the employee at the register how many rolls we were getting like 10 times. The biggest thing was how incompetent their staff was. Will never go back again. And we only went there because Haiku was closed.
(1)Rebecca S.
Subway sushi is the best way to describe this place. Sour tasting and expensive for something that is closer to fast food than fresh fish. Definitely NOT good fresh sushi.
(1)Corey D.
My gf and I stopped in randomly last night and the food and atmosphere was nice. I'm not the biggest sushi fan and I loved it. The staff was great and helped us go through the options since it was our first time. The alternative soy wrap was a plus for me and the sweet soy is AMAZING! The only negative is that the rim around the ice machine was dirty but overall a great place to visit and I'd recommend sushi lovers and non sushi eaters to give it a go.
(4)Colleen R.
Fusian is my new obsession. Build your own sushi roll might be the greatest idea ever. Seriously. I've been to Fusian four times in the last couple weeks and have been extremely satisfied each time. The atmosphere is great, the workers are friendly and the sushi rolls are tasty. Also, free cucumber water? Yes please. I don't know what to say about Fusian that hasn't already been said. Make your own sushi, people! What more is there to say? Get down to Fusian now and try out the greatness for yourself.
(5)Matthew E.
This place is slightly less selection and quality to picking up pre-made sushi from the grocery store. Rice needs a bit of work but vegetable options were fresh and diverse. Very limited fish options (tuna, salmon and smoked salmon). Don't recommend unless you need a mediocre speed roll.
(2)