Ever since Sushi Box opened back in 2012, I have been a dedicated customer. But, in 2025, I became a loyal one. Why the change? Well, they now have a loyalty program where you can earn rewards and receive free food! Cool, right? If that didn’t excite you enough, this will… Once you sign up, you get a complimentary sushi box. Yes, just like that! No waiting, no catch. Best believe I signed up right then and made my way over as soon as humanly possible.

“It’s fresh, unfussy, and quietly confident. You can taste the care in every roll.”

I found myself at the De Waterkant branch, which was definitely a good call considering the weather. It was an incredibly warm afternoon, mimicking a summer’s day, so I took advantage of their outside seating. The sunshine poured in between the leaves of the plants framing the patio, casting shadows on the wooden tables. The space itself is minimalist yet charming, the classic Sushi Box look, completed with wooden fish scattered across the white walls inside. Sitting outside felt like the sweet spot between calm and connected. There was enough city lunchtime movement to feel alive, but peaceful enough to unwind with an iced drink, and of course, sushi. 

We were greeted by a warm and welcoming waiter who had a smile from ear to ear. I love that every Sushi Box I find myself at, the staff are consistently friendly and give you that homely feeling. As I mentioned earlier, I had earned a complimentary box when I signed up for their loyalty program. The type of box does change from time to time. The one I received was the spicy tuna one. I don’t eat sushi too often, but when I do, I go all out. So, of course, we also ordered some extra rolls to share. Our orders were in and we left to enjoy the effortlessly cool space. While soaking up the sun and sipping on some crisp, refreshing kombucha, our waiter returned with two golden and perfectly crisp potstickers. I was a little confused, but then he told us they were complimentary too. I thought to myself, gosh I am getting compliments left, right and centre. I  need to come here more often! These little parcels of comfort were sitting in a shallow pool of glossy, dark sauce that was both sweet and had umami depth. The salmon filling was soft, delicate, and rich, then lifted by that light caramelised sweetness of honey and soy sauce. Simple, beautiful, and honestly, very moreish. A great introduction indeed. 

The time had come, and our complimentary spicy tuna box arrived on a board that makes you want to pause before you ruin it with chopsticks. The glossy, glistening rolls were lined up with that cheeky drizzle of teriyaki and a confetti of sesame seeds, and of course, a dusting of cayenne pepper, can’t be a spicy box without some chilli! Before I got down to business, I got my soy sauce ready with a touch of wasabi. Hmm, delish. I started with the spicy tuna california roll. It was simple and delicious, as it should be. The playful bit of spice flirts rather than overwhelms, and the creamy kewpie mayo just rounded it out beautifully. 

Next, I had to try the showstopper, it was winking at me and it definitely caught my attention. The crispy tuna tartare roll was golden, crunchy, and unapologetically confident. The crisp exterior was met with the creamy, spicy tuna centre that hit all the right notes. It’s the kind of bite that makes you want to close your eyes for a second. I mean, tempura sushi, sweet glaze, a touch of spicy heat? Pure sushi seduction.

Last but not least, the tuna and cucumber maki was a cool refreshing break between the spice and richness of the other rolls. Simple and clean. The cucumber added crunch and freshness, and with the wasabi and soy, it turned into something quite perfect. A palate cleanser disguised as a classic. Not only was this dish absolutely delicious, but it was free! Crazy, right?

Since we had only paid for our drinks so far, we figured we might as well order food. I am a tuna lover, so the Tuna 2 Way Roll sounded wonderful. When it arrived, it exceeded my already high expectations, it was stunning! Ruby red layer seared on top of the glossy rice, with even more plump tuna in the centre. Tuna on tuna, pure luxury. It was buttery, melt in your mouth tender, and super fresh. The teriyaki added a caramel-like sweetness, and the avocado rounded it out with that cool creaminess that makes every bite feel balanced. This roll hums, no crunch, no chaos, just smooth, smoky bliss. 

We paired this roll with some salmon maki, which was the perfect clean contrast. Just proving that sometimes simple is the flex. When you have good quality ingredients, less is definitely more. Overall, the board felt like flavour harmony. 

Sushi Box always gets it right. It’s fresh, unfussy, and quietly confident. You can taste the care in every roll. It’s not just about what’s on the plate, but how the whole experience leaves you feeling. Well looked after, happier, and a little bit spoiled in the best way. It makes sense why I have been a dedicated customer since 2012, and I am happy to say that I am now a loyal customer too. 

Thank you Sushi Box, till next time!