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Sushi catering in Rome

This page brings together 12 Rome caterers that serve sushi at parties and events, including with a sushi chef on site, with details checked on their official websites.

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12 caterers in Rome

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  • Akai Sushi Roma

    Casal Palocco

    Sushi restaurant in the south of Rome that can be booked for exclusive use, with a Japanese chef at home and sushi classes.

    • Corporate events
    • Private parties
    • Sushi and Japanese cuisine
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  • Angelucci Catering

    Marinosince 1992

    Caterer in Marino run by Stefano Angelucci since 1992, with an open bar, a sushi corner and a cigar and rum corner.

    • Weddings
    • Corporate events
    • Sushi and Japanese cuisine
    • Open bar and mixology
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  • Daruma Sushi

    Ponte Milvio

    Roman group of Japanese restaurants with a private chef at home, sushi masterclasses and spaces for corporate events.

    • Corporate events
    • Private parties
    • Sushi and Japanese cuisine
    • Kosher
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  • Ginko Sushi

    Infernetto

    Restaurants in Infernetto and EUR, with a Japanese chef who makes sushi live in your home for 4 to 20 people.

    • Corporate events
    • Private parties
    • Sushi and Japanese cuisine
    • Show cooking
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  • Il Pescatorio

    Monteverde

    A seafood deli with a fishmonger's in Monteverde: fish catering, raw seafood and sushi, from platters to cooking in your home.

    • Private parties
    • Birthdays
    • Sushi and Japanese cuisine
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  • ITAMAE

    Rome

    Sushi catering by chef Alessandro Petrosino, with fish bought on the morning of the event and prepared live at the venue.

    • Weddings
    • Corporate events
    • Sushi and Japanese cuisine
    • Show cooking
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  • Kiiro Sushi

    Torrino Mezzocammino

    A Japanese and Chinese restaurant in Torrino Mezzocammino with tailored catering and sushi boats.

    • Corporate events
    • Birthdays
    • Sushi and Japanese cuisine
    • Gluten-free
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  • NGH Ricevimenti

    Bufalotta

    A caterer in Bufalotta for weddings and corporate events, with menus that state the ratio of staff to guests.

    • Weddings
    • Corporate events
    • Finger food
    • Show cooking
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  • PdP Catering

    Testaccio

    Catering and banqueting company in Testaccio working on trade fairs and large events, with an open bar and a sushi bar.

    • Corporate events
    • Weddings
    • Sushi and Japanese cuisine
    • Open bar and mixology
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  • Rollami - Sushi alla Romana

    Monterotondo

    A restaurant in Monterotondo that reworks Roman dishes as sushi and brings its catering to the client's venue.

    • Corporate events
    • Private parties
    • Sushi and Japanese cuisine
    • Roman cuisine
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  • Shimai Sushi Infernetto

    Infernetto

    Sushi restaurant in Infernetto offering catering for lunches, dinners and buffets, as well as takeaway and delivery.

    • Private parties
    • Corporate events
    • Sushi and Japanese cuisine
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  • Sushi e Noodles

    Aventino

    Three Japanese and Chinese restaurants in Rome with sushi catering and delivery in refrigerated vans.

    • Weddings
    • Corporate events
    • Sushi and Japanese cuisine
    • International cuisine
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How to choose a sushi caterer in Rome

There are two ways to have sushi at an event: boats or platters prepared in a kitchen and delivered, or a sushi chef preparing it in front of the guests. The first is simpler and more affordable, suited to house parties and drinks; the second is show cooking, ideal as a food station at a wedding or corporate event, but it needs space, a counter and more time.

With raw fish, safety comes first. Fish to be eaten raw must be blast-chilled in line with hygiene rules, and must travel and stay at the right temperature until it is served. Ask the caterer how it transports the sushi, how long it can stay on display and who checks it during the event.

How much does sushi catering cost in Rome

The price depends on the number of pieces per person, the type of fish (salmon and tuna are priced differently from amberjack or prawns), whether there is a sushi chef and the duration. A sushi chef on site costs more than a delivery, because you also pay for their time and the set-up. Always ask how many pieces are included. For the other items, read the guide how much catering costs in Rome.

A sushi chef on site: what is needed

A sushi chef needs a work counter, a refrigerated surface and often a power socket. Outdoors, in Rome's summer heat, you need shade and a shorter service. Think too about guests who don't eat raw fish: ask for cooked or vegetarian pieces, or a different alternative. Sushi can sit alongside traditional catering as a station during the aperitivo.

If there are lots of guests, consider several stations or a mix of a sushi chef and ready-made platters: one sushi chef cannot serve large numbers quickly and queues build up. Ask the caterer how many people it can serve per hour and plan the service accordingly, perhaps limiting the show cooking to the drinks reception.

What to ask before you sign

Have the number of pieces, variety, type of fish and whether the sushi chef is included put in writing. Ask how they handle blast-chilling and the cold chain, which allergens are present (fish, crustaceans, soya, sesame, gluten in the sauce) and whether they have gluten-free soy sauce. Then request up to 3 quotes.

Frequently asked questions

How many pieces of sushi per person for an event?

It depends on whether sushi is the main meal or a station at the drinks reception. Tell the caterer the role of the sushi and the duration to get the right quantity.

How much does a sushi chef at home cost in Rome?

It costs more than a delivery because it includes the sushi chef's time and the set-up. Ask for a quote with pieces and hours of service.

Is sushi at an event safe?

Yes, if the raw fish has been blast-chilled and the cold chain is maintained until it is served. Ask the caterer how it guarantees this.

Can you have sushi at a wedding?

Yes, often as a show cooking station during the drinks reception. It needs a counter, a refrigerated space and shade if it is outdoors.

Are there options without raw fish?

Yes, many caterers make cooked, tempura or vegetarian pieces. Ask for them for guests who don't eat raw fish.

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