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The Happy Sumo

153 S Rio Grande St, Salt Lake City, UT 84101
(801) 456-7866
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Ranked #188 of 734 restaurants in Salt Lake City
3.5 of 5 stars 33 Reviews
Price range: 1 AUD - 31 AUD
Cuisines: Japanese, Seafood, Sushi
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Groups, Outdoor seating
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Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Groups, Outdoor seating
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Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

This restaurant was a big recommendation from a friend. Everything was good but nothing knocked my socks off...the Vegas roll was recommended and it was good I guess... More

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Murray, Utah
Senior Contributor
31 reviews 31 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2012

I had the Jezebel roll and a Kiri Ichiban which never hurts. My friend had the trusted tempura something because he's chicken. Can't complain about the service or the food. More

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Layton, Utah
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 March 2012

Since opening, this place has become better and better. Most rolls and menu items a standard sushi restaurant stuff, but there are some gems so be adventurous and ask about the unfamiliar menu items. One thing that shine here is the service. Always timely and accommodating, even during busy lunch crowds. More

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montana
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 February 2012

We typically stay in downtown SLC during trips and being from an incredibly small town I love the Gateway Mall. Per a colleague's recommendation a few years ago, we started going to The Happy Sumo over Ginza. He had mentioned that a few of the rollers from Ginza had moved to Happy Sumo, which was a selling point for us.... More

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Salt Lake City, Utah
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58 reviews 58 reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
34 helpful votes 34 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 February 2012

I would have never thought that I would be writing a review for s Sushi restaurant located in a mall. Usually places like this cater to the quick in and out crowd, get people in and get people out. Happy Sumo is easily in the top ten for sushi restaurants in Salt Lake City. The quality of the fish is... More

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See 13 more reviews by fj74582 for Salt Lake City
Houston, Texas
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49 reviews 49 reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 December 2011

Lots of exotic choices for sushi on the menu. Average in my opinion. Service was good though and this was during the height of the xmas shopping season. If you are in the mall, maybe check it out, but it's not worth a special trip. More

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Gainesville, FL, USA
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 August 2011

Come here for the sushi. There are MANY different permutations of ingredients to satisfy a variety of tastes. We kept it simple, ordering a Spicy Salmon roll -- delish! Unfortunately, I can't give quite the same hearty endorsement to the entrees. Although DH thouroughly enjoyed his seafood Tempura dinner, and DD liked her miso soup, my son's kid's meal of... More

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Bountiful
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 August 2011

When I go to a restaurant with my spouse, one of the most important factors that helps it stand apart from the competition is the ambience. In the case of The Happy Summo, it fails miserably. Walking in the front door, I should have recognized that the cheap decorations and tables used would be a sign of things to come.... More

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Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 July 2010

Great food but lousy service makes the total experience of dining at the Happy Sumo a bit of a mixed bag; additionally, the ambiance of the place lacks any degree of warmth, uderscoring the indifference of the staff. More

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Park City, Utah
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2009

I love this restaurant! The quality of fish is outstanding, and the service is always on point. Maybe not the most traditional style sushi in the world, but I kind of like that aspect. It really sets it apart from the rest of the average places in this town. The rolls are delicious and inventive, and the chirashi bowl is... More

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