In Rome, the land of carbonara and supplì, a small Japanese restaurant stands out and has won the hearts (and palates) of The Fork users: it is called Lounge Sushi Bar, is located in Acilia and is now the highest rated sushi bar in the capital, with an incredible 9.9 average score. A result that no other Roman venue has managed to achieve and that is getting food bloggers, fans and curious people talking.
If you are looking for where to eat sushi in Rome and want to try something beyond the usual “all you can eat,” this is your chance.
What is The Fork and why the score really matters
The Fork is the online booking platform that collects millions of certified reviews on restaurants in Europe. A rating near 10 is not just a number: it means consistency, consistent quality, and customer satisfaction. That’s why Lounge Sushi Bar’s 9.9 is not just a record, but a concrete recognition of customer trust.
Lounge Sushi Bar in Acilia: “A corner of Japan near Ostia.”
Located at 24 Via Daniele da Samarate, in the heart of Acilia, Lounge Sushi Bar has a clear philosophy: to combine Japanese tradition with a 100 percent Italian touch, both in the raw materials and in the creativity of the dishes. The three owners – Desy, Nick and Chef Lampis – have turned their passion into a project that today represents the best sushi restaurant in Rome according to users.
Their mission? As they state:
The care in preparation, presentation and quality of raw materials we are sure will satisfy your craving for the Orient.
The best best sushi in Rome: what convinced customers
Scrolling through the reviews on The Fork recurring keywords emerge: “freshness,” “courtesy,” “originality.” Those who have been there describe Lounge Sushi Bar as a different experience from the usual Japanese restaurants in Rome, thanks to attentive service and dishes that amaze not only the palate but also the eye.
The near-perfect score is proof that every detail matters here: from the temperature of the rice to the cutting of the fish to the welcome in the dining room.
Specialties you only find at Lounge Sushi Bar
If you’re looking for good sushi in Rome, Lounge Sushi Bar’s offering is a real treat. You will not only find classic nigiri and sashimi, but also gourmet creations that mix East and West. Three dishes have now become iconic:
- Osomaki special: salmon inside, salmon tartare topping, spicy mayo and crispy onion.
- Oshi roll: wrapped tuna, seared salmon topping and teriyaki sauce.
- Yokohama roll: salmon and avocado inside, topping of seared tuna, philadelphia, blueberries, teriyaki sauce and red tobiko.
And again, Desy’s Gourmet Roll, with tempuraed sea bass, pumpkin cream and tuna: a perfect balance of Japanese tradition and Italian fantasy.
With a 9.9 on The Fork, Lounge Sushi Bar in Acilia is now the highest rated sushi restaurant in Rome
A record that could change at any moment, as the competition is extremely high and each new review can overturn the score.
Useful information
📍 Address: Via Daniele da Samarate, 24, 00125 Rome (Acilia).
⏰ Hours: open daily, 6-10 p.m.
💶 Average price: €30.
📲 Reservations and ordering: by phone at 0685382513; online at The Fork.