Best pick: Khon’s on Palafox — go here if you want a more traditional, intimate sushi-bar experience downtown. It’s the strongest choice for a date night or when the quality of the fish matters more than a big, flashy menu. Their menu includes rolls like the Osaki ($18.95) and Mt. Fuji ($15.95), plus Southeast Asian small plates and a full bar. Local diners regularly put Khon’s among the city’s best. Menu/details

Other good options

• Sake Cafe — my pick for a dependable, broader-menu casual sushi meal; a frequent local favorite.
• Chuck’s Fish — choose this for a polished dinner with excellent seafood beyond sushi.
• Slippery Mermaid (Navarre) — worth the drive if creative specialty rolls are the priority; many locals rate it exceptionally highly.
• Ichiban — a solid, straightforward option when you want familiar Japanese dishes alongside sushi.

For a single recommendation: reserve or call ahead for Khon’s, especially for a Friday/Saturday dinner.

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