# SUSHI ARTIST — Bilbao

SUSHI ARTIST is a Japanese restaurant in Abando, Bilbao. 4.1★ from 283 Google reviews. Data as of 2026-03-29.

Locals return because the fish is fresh and the portions don't insult you — €16 for a good nigiri set beats the tourist spots near the waterfront by half. But it's not destination-level sushi, and you won't remember it three months later.

## Go if
Book if you're in Indautxu and want sit-down sushi without the Casco Viejo prices.

## At a glance
| Signal | Value |
|---|---|
| Rating | 4.1★ from 283 Google reviews |
| Momentum | 6 substantial reviews in the last 90 days |
| Hot Score | 17.2 |
| Chart history | 7 weeks on the Hot List, peak #23 |
| Rating trend | +0.56 over the trailing window |

## What stands out
- **Fresh fish, reasonable pricing** — €16–22 for nigiri and roll sets, which undercuts waterfront restaurants charging €28+ for the same thing
- **Proper rice temperature** — The kitchen respects fundamentals — warm rice, cold fish, no shortcuts
- **Neighbourhood spot, not tourist theatre** — Indautxu location means you're eating alongside locals, not tour groups

## What people say
> "Delicious fresh sushi, friendly staff and good service. We even got a free portion!" — Mitchell Vermaning, 2025-02-23

## Good to know
| | |
|---|---|
| Categories | Japanese restaurant, Sushi restaurant |
| Best for | Weeknight dinner, Solo sushi, Local neighbourhood meal, Avoiding waterfront markup |
| Where | Abando, Bilbao — Poza Lizentziatuaren Kalea, 48, Bilbao |

## Common questions
**Do you need to book?**

Yes, especially Friday and Saturday after 8pm. Walk-ins on weekday afternoons will get a table within 10 minutes. (Ring ahead — they don't take online bookings, just phone.)

**How much does a meal cost?**

€16–28 for a full meal with one set and a drink. Two people, €50–60 total. Compare that to €35+ per person at the seafront places, and you're saving without losing quality.

**Is it better than the sushi places in Casco Viejo?**

Depends what you want. This one's fresher and cheaper, but less polished. The Casco places have better plating and more technique — you're paying €10–15 extra per person for that.

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