Come feel the warmth of hand-pressed sushi – 7 affordable nigiri spots in Taipei have arrived!

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If you’re looking for a dish that combines quality and satisfaction, nigiri sushi is sure to come to mind. When vinegared rice meets fresh toppings, the burst of freshness and fullness hits your palate – that’s the ultimate pleasure of eating nigiri.Ettoday E TravelHas handpicked 7 Taipei spots serving affordable nigiri – come enjoy the beauty of sushi!

▲ Zensho Sushi. (Photo / Reporter Huang Shiyuan)

1. Zensho Sushi
Speaking of nigiri sushi, you can’t miss this Japanese chain, Zensho Sushi. It came to Taiwan as a gesture of gratitude following the 311 disaster, bringing one of Japan’s top three conveyor belt sushi brands to the island. Naturally, quality is never compromised – using imported Japanese and local Taiwanese ingredients, they craft delicate sushi pieces, all priced affordably at NT$40 each, allowing everyone to try a variety. Their grilled cheese salmon nigiri perfectly balances cheese and salmon, delivering pure happiness in every bite.

Address: B1, 101, Section 2, Nanjing East Road, Zhongshan District, Taipei City
Phone: Monday to Friday 11:00–22:00, Saturday to Sunday 10:30–22:00
Business Hours: (02)2568-1519

▲ ?? Japanese Cuisine (Photo / KUNI)

2. ?? Japanese Cuisine
This spot, which expanded from New Taipei City to Taipei, is hailed by netizens as an incredible value-for-money Japanese eatery. Both the cozy atmosphere and the freshness of the ingredients are top-notch. Their shrimp with crab roe topping features fresh shrimp topped with freshly squeezed crab roe – the flavors of the shrimp and crab roe complement each other beautifully, giving the nigiri a rich oceanic taste, as if you’re enjoying fresh seafood right at the docks. Sushi lovers shouldn’t miss this.

Address: 8, Lane 93, Songjiang Road, Taipei City
Phone: (02)2507-5665
Business Hours: Monday to Saturday 11:00–14:00, 17:00–21:30

▲ Waka Sushi. (Photo / FromWaka Sushi’s official Facebook page)

3. Waka Sushi
Step into Waka Sushi and you might think you’ve boarded a ship – the white decor and hanging lamps make the space bright and airy. But don’t let the stylish vibe fool you, the prices are refreshingly affordable. Fresh seafood is delivered daily from three major fishing ports: Keelung, Donggang, and Nanfang’ao. They also use traditionally brewed soy sauce, so when you dip your nigiri, the savory depth of the sauce elevates the freshness of the fish. It’s so good you won’t want to stop. Getting this level of quality at these prices? Sushi fans are in heaven!

Address: 66, Section 1, Chongqing South Road, Zhongzheng District, Taipei City
Phone: (02)2371-9998
Business Hours: 11:30–21:30

▲ Sanwei Dining Hall. (Photo / Reporter Huang Shengmin)

4. Sanwei Dining Hall
What’s the secret behind the long lines at Sanwei Dining Hall? It’s the sheer generosity of the portions. Just look at their impressive salmon nigiri – half a piece might be all you can handle. The salmon completely covers the rice, making it hard to tell if you ordered sashimi or nigiri. One bite and you’ll still have more salmon than you can finish, but the quality and freshness are top-tier. Waiting in line for such hearty, high-quality nigiri is totally worth it.

Address: 116, Section 2, Guiyang Street, Wanhua District, Taipei City
Phone: (02)2389-2211
Business hours: 11:20～14:30　17:10～22:00

▲Da Jiang Canteen. (Photo / Reposted fromDa Jiang Canteen’s official fan page)

5. Da Jiang Canteen
The nigiri sushi at Da Jiang Canteen also features extra-large slices of fish covering the entire rice portion. If you’re worried about not getting full, you can opt for their special Mega Nigiri Sushi, ensuring everyone gets a portion that suits them best. The moment you take a bite, the firmness of the vinegar rice paired with the sweet freshness of the fish creates a very pleasant taste. Here, you also can’t miss their fried sushi — crispy on the outside with flavorful fillings inside, and the mayo on top adds another layer of deliciousness. It’s truly a meal that’s both filling and refined.

Address: No. 3, Lane 22, Alley 152, Section 2, Minquan E. Rd., Taipei City
Phone: (02)2507-7748
Business hours: Monday to Sunday: 11:30～22:00

▲Hai Sushi. (Photo / Reposted fromHai Sushi’s official fan page)

6. Hai Sushi
With multiple branches across Taipei, Hai Sushi’s reputation speaks for itself. Their signature dish, the Botan Shrimp Sushi, features a whole shrimp laid atop a bed of vinegared rice. Just looking at it, the shrimp meat appears almost translucent and glowing. When you bite in, the tender shrimp practically melts in your mouth — sweet, fresh, and absolutely delicious. Another highlight is their mentaiko shrimp, where a whole shrimp is topped with mentaiko (spicy cod roe). The classic Japanese-style plating results in an unexpectedly fantastic flavor that has you popping them into your mouth one after another.

Address: 7F, No. 369, Section 7, Zhongxiao E. Rd., Nangang District, Taipei City (Nangang Branch)
Phone: (02)2652-9373
Business hours: Monday to Thursday: 11:00～21:00, Friday to Saturday: 11:00～21:15, Sunday: 11:00～21:00

▲Jun Nihon Ryori (Pure Japanese Cuisine). (Photo / Reposted from"Jun" Japanese Cuisine’s official fan page)

7. Pure Japanese Cuisine
This “Pure Japanese Cuisine” spot, tucked away in the alley off Exit 1 of Taipei City Hall MRT Station, boasts a traditional Japanese-style interior — simple and bright. The nigiri sushi served here is naturally of high caliber. The grilled flounder fin collar sushi is lightly seared, releasing a rich aroma, while the grilling process makes the fish especially tender and smooth. One bite fills your mouth with a deep sense of satisfaction. The best part? All this quality comes at an affordable price — you might just find yourself wanting to praise the owner for being so generous.

Address: No. 5, Lane 18, Alley 31, Section 5, Zhongxiao E. Rd., Xinyi District, Taipei City
Phone: (02)2749-5688
Business hours: Tuesday to Sunday: 11:30～21:30