Kai Sushi Bar & Grill

  4.5 – 429 reviews   • Sushi restaurant

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At Kai Sushi Bar & Grill, we envision a dining experience where flavor, craftsmanship, and atmosphere come together in perfect harmony. We are committed to serving not just exceptional sushi and grill dishes, but also creating a welcoming space where guests can relax, connect, and truly enjoy the art of Japanese-inspired cuisine. Our mission is to elevate the dining experience by combining fresh, high-quality ingredients, skilled culinary techniques, and a warm, modern ambiance. At Kai Sushi Bar & Grill, customer satisfaction comes first. Whether you’re here for a casual meal, a special celebration, or an evening out with friends, we strive to make every visit memorable, satisfying, and worth coming back for.

✔️Breakfast ✔️Lunch ✔️Dinner ✔️Dine in ✔️Take out Kai Sushi Bar & Grill 01609

Hours

Sunday11:30 AM–9 PM
Monday11:30 AM–9 PM
Tuesday11:30 AM–9 PM
Wednesday11:30 AM–9 PM
Thursday11:30 AM–9 PM
Friday11:30 AM–10 PM
Saturday11:30 AM–10 PM

Address and Contact Information

Address: 232 Chandler St, Worcester, MA 01609

Phone: (508) 770-1010

Website: https://kaisushibarandgrillworcester.com/

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Reviews

Amy Tuomenoksa
I literally go to Kai Sushi Bar about once a week, and it never disappoints. The bartenders and chefs are some of the kindest, most genuine people you’ll meet. Chef Timmy often sends out extra sushi with our order and takes the time to come out, explain the dish, and share his knowledge so politely. It makes the experience feel really special.

The food is consistently excellent, and even friends who “don’t like sushi” have found things they love here. Beyond the food, there’s just something about the atmosphere that feels good the moment you walk in. I can’t say enough positive things about this place. Highly recommend.
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Paul Nakazawa
A much better restaurant than meets the eye from the exterior — Like many restaurants in Worcester, the building exterior can be misleading about what’s inside! This establishment is much larger than we had imagined just driving by, and the solidly good reviews regarding the food here drew us in. Our lunch specials were, indeed, well prepared and delicious. I had the chirashi special that isn’t like any traditional chirashi I’ve ever had before, but was very good with a sauce that pulled all the flavors together. Friendly service. Handicapped accessible. Parking in front or side lots.
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Linh Do
This new location can be a bit tricky for parking, the lot fills up quickly and isn’t very big. The restaurant itself is much more spacious than the old spot, with a large bar area, but the trade-off is that it gets pretty noisy, making conversation difficult.

As for the food: the fish is still as fresh as always, and there’s a beef dish with lime (served raw or lightly seared) that was really good, though I can’t recall the full name. Aside from the sushi, the other dishes were pretty average. The fried rice in particular was a little too oily and wet for me, if it were drier, it would’ve been much better.
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Asia Tran
We’ve been going to Kai for many years now, for birthdays, girls’ nights out, and date nights, and every single experience has been exceptional. The atmosphere is always welcoming, and the food and service are consistently excellent. Meaghan makes some of the best drinks in Worcester, and the rest of the staff is always friendly and attentive. Kai offers a curated selection of incredibly fresh, high-quality fish you simply won’t find anywhere else in Worcester. Chef Timmy and his team always go above and beyond. Their nigiri and handroll omakases have given us some of the best dining experiences we’ve ever had. The quality, creativity, and care that go into each course are unmatched!!
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Samira Dasilva (Sam)
I didn’t know what I was missing out.

I hated sushi before going to Kai’s. They changed me for the better. 10/10 this place has delicious food.

The place itself has always been clean in the various times I’ve visited. The staff always nice and attentive.
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Nguyen Huynh
$140 for all excluding tip and 2 mocktails. I think it’s worth it for the quality of the food. maybe because it’s a closed space and the ceiling isn’t too high, I went on a Saturday and they were very busy and I can’t really describe the noise, maybe because some of the customers are not very tactful, it was so loud that I had to cover my ears to eat. for dessert the fried ice cream the crispy outer layer was covered with cereal and felt a bit chewy and not very crispy, the ice cream was quite icy and hard. otherwise THE SUSHI HERE IS PROBABLY ONE OF THE BEST I’VE EVER EAT, PERFECTLY FRESH. I would go back but probably not on the weekend if you really don’t like too much noise
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Jonathan Min
Love Kai. You can come in here and ball out on amazing fish from Toyusu or Tsukiji markets in Japan, with a great array of sake, at significantly less than what you’d pay for the same fish in Boston. Or you can come and have their 3-course app-main-dessert prix fixe meal. Their chicken fried rice hits every time, as does their bulgogi salad appetizer. Omakase nigiri appetizer is always a must. Essentially, you can come in and pay $15-20 or $200, and you’ll have a great meal either way. Sign up for the email newsletter so you don’t miss you out on their tuna cutting dinners, as well as their omakase events. Service is efficient and friendly. A great crew of people who’ve created a great atmosphere.
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Thong Ho
If you’re looking for authentic sushi made with fish from Japan, look no further than Kai. They offer seasonal seafood from Japan every week. They also host special events like tuna cutting and offer Omakase, making them the only place in Worcester that provides these experiences. The new location features a beautiful open kitchen concept.
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Amanda Johnson
Cute bar & vibe inside- sushi was mid.
— Big sushi heads over here, so wanted to check this spot out since coming back to the woo. Baba is still way better. The miso soup Was probably the worst we ever had in my life. It tasted like dishwater and they used really cheap seaweed sheets. I definitely would recommend not getting that. However, The spicy Jade roll was one of the best rolls that we’ve ever had so definitely try to explore the specialty rolls vs. the traditional Maki, which isn’t that awesome. Service was fine and the vibes were pretty high. We’ll probably give it one more — go minus the soup.
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Location & Atmosphere
Kai Sushi in Worcester offers an intimate and cozy dining experience. The current location is quite small, with an 11-seat bar and around eight tables max, creating a casual and close-knit vibe. However, with their upcoming relocation, it’ll be exciting to see how they expand, especially with the introduction of their Omakase menu, which I’m eager to try.

️ Food & Drinks
We started with the miso soup, which had a familiar taste but leaned slightly on the salty side. It was a decent start, though nothing particularly standout. We then moved on to sushi and sashimi, which were fresh but noticeably thinner than expected. The Fire Roll and Love Roll were both delicious, though the flavors in the Fire Roll felt a bit homogeneous—everything blended together, making it harder to distinguish individual ingredients. The Love Roll, on the other hand, had more distinct flavor layers, making it more enjoyable. Despite not being a huge fan of mango in sushi, I found the fruity touch refreshing and well-balanced.

The standout was the Spicy Scallop Roll, which was top-notch. It’s probably my favorite basic roll to order—the added crunch and bold flavor gave it a unique edge over similar rolls I’ve had elsewhere.

‍ Service & Hospitality
The service was fine—our server made sure we had everything we needed. It was efficient and polite, which suited the relaxed atmosphere.

Unique Selling Point
Kai Sushi stands out for its creative rolls and the promise of an expanded Omakase menu at their new location. The Spicy Scallop Roll was the highlight, offering a perfect balance of texture and flavor that sets it apart from the rest. I’m looking forward to seeing how the new space and menu elevate the dining experience.
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