Best Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance Sushi Restaurants in Walnut Creek
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Oishi Sushi & Grill
Reliable, friendly neighborhood sushi with efficient pacing.
Worthy Picks
7.8
Casual Newell Avenue standby with friendly service, fair prices, and dependable fish for a laid-back sushi date. Efficient turn times and plenty of cooked options widen the playbook.
Must-Try Dishes:
Nigiri combo set, Salmon avocado roll, Tempura udon
What makes it special: Reliable, friendly neighborhood sushi with efficient pacing.
7.8
Neighborhood favorite with a big ‘Chef Special Roll’ page and a relaxed, family-friendly room. Prices are gentle, portions are fair, and the roll variety covers both classics and playful builds.
Must-Try Dishes:
Walnut Creek Roll, Lion King, Double Hamachi Roll
What makes it special: Extensive chef-special rolls with local nods at budget pricing.
#3
Kana Sushi
7.6
San Miguel Center spot with friendly service and wallet-friendly rolls—great for a relaxed, unpretentious date. The menu spans familiar maki and nigiri with a few playful house specials.
Must-Try Dishes:
Titanic roll, Lion King baked roll, Hamachi nigiri
What makes it special: Approachable pricing and personable staff in a simple setting.