Sushi, sashimi, saki – we love it all. Sitting down to enjoy an artfully crafted sushi roll with a glass of red wine is the perfect ending to a long day of fun in the sun at Palm Desert. Whether you’ve been on the tennis courts all day or shopped till you dropped, these sushi spots are sure to hit the spot.

Friends eating sushi

While there are tons of options for sushi in the Palm Desert area, you deserve the best – and with our guide you’ll get it! Here are our top 3 picks for the Best Sushi in Palm Desert, CA.

#1 – DOMO Sushi

DOMO Sushi is an experience for the mouth and the eyes! The sushi chefs are skillfully trained and practice the art of sushi. You’re sushi or sashimi will arrive in beautiful presentation, crafted with care. DOMO offers classic rolls like the Monkey Brain, and has a few specialty rolls as well. They also serve up noodle bowls and other Japanese specialties.

Salon Sashimi

DOMO Sushi Details

  • Wednesday – Sunday, 4pm – 9:30pm
  • Monday & Tuesday, Closed
  • Happy Hour, 4pm – 6pm
  • Reservations available on their website and through the Yelp app

#2 – The Venue Sushi Bar

The Venue Sushi Bar in Palm Desert is an award-winning restaurant, with accolades from Best Chefs America, the AJSA Sushi Skills Institute and Open Table. They offer an excellent sushi selection and their saki menu is extensive. With a classy and modern atmosphere, this is the perfect spot for a night out on the town or a romantic dinner.

The Venue Sushi Bar Details

  • Open 7 Days a Week, 5pm – 9pm
  • Reservations available on their website and through the Open Table app

#3 – Musashi Japanese Restaurant

Serving the Palm Desert area for over 20 years, Musashi Japanese Restaurant has become well known for its excellence in sushi. With a strong emphasis on traditional Japanese techniques, Musashi serves up a wide array of classic dishes. We really like their Bluefin Tuna Hon Maguro or their Qual Egg Uzura Roll.

Woman eating with chopsticks

Musashi Japanese Restaurant Details

  • Monday – Friday, 11am – 2:30pm & 5pm – 9:30pm
  • Saturday, 12pm – 2:30pm & 5pm – 10pm
  • Reservations available on their website and through the Open Table app

Were you happy with our recommendations? We’ve got the complete guide to the best of Palm Desert here.