Vegan
Fusion
Colombian

Vegan sushi restaurant. Makes vegetable sushi rolls, tofu and rice dishes, wraps, salads, and more. Open Tue-Sat 4:00pm-10:00pm, Sun 12:00pm-7:00pm. Closed Mon.


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80 Reviews

First Review by Minuz

kindavegan

Points +51

Mostly Veg
14 May 2024

One of the tastiest vegan restaurants in the city

Before I start, definitely go ahead and order the cauliflower wings now 😝

The sushi rolls here are generously sized and the portion sizes are super filling, so don't make the same mistake that I did my first time here and order way too much food - save room for postres!

The staff here is super friendly, as most Paisas tend to be! The seating is not the most comfortable, but the quality of the food and variety of flavors offered definitely makes up for that.

My only real complaint is that it's a little pricey for Medellín, but I still think it's worth eating here at least once or twice if you get the chance!

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Antes de empezar, pide ya los bombones de coliflor 😝

Los rollos de sushi aquí son de tamaño generoso y los porciones son super sustanciosos. No cometas el mismo error que hice mi primera vez aquí y pedir demasiada comida - ahorra espacio para postres!

La gente es muy amable, como la mayoría de los paisas. Los sillas no son los más comodos, pero la calidad de la comida y la variedad de sabores que ofrecen definitivamenta lo compensa.

Mi única queja real es que es un poco caro para Medellín, pero sigo pensando que vale la pena comer aquí al menos una o dos veces si tiene la oportunidad!

Pros: Flavorful food, Friendly staff

Cons: Kind of pricey

lexiszaa

Points +34

Vegan
13 May 2024

Best vegan sushi

El menú es creativo, delicioso y abundante. Nunca pensé que volvería a comer sushi como vegano, PERO realmente han encontrado una manera de hacer que el sushi vegano sea emocionante, sabroso y satisfactorio

The menu is creative, delicious and filling. I never thought I would eat sushi again as a vegan BUT they have really found a way to make vegan sushi exciting, tasty and satisfying

Pros: Cauliflower

Harryvx

Points +293

Vegan
02 May 2024

Amazing food

We loved this place. It seems quite basic at first glance in terms of decor. A bit like an average cheap restaurant. But my goodness the food is exquisite. Vegan sushi like I have never tasted before. Don’t think I got any photos as I was too busy eating!

Pros: Food is divine , Good menu choices , Reasonable prices

Cons: Food is fancy restaurant isn’t!

moonlightt12

Points +15

Vegetarian
12 Apr 2024

Delicioso

Muy ricas las sopas y el sushi, también los bombones de coliflor

Teeksie

Points +132

Vegetarian
06 Apr 2024

Nice food, ok atmosphere

The sushi was very nice, but the atmosphere felt a little lacking. It felt a bit run down too. The prices reflect the area being very touristy.

Pros: Good food, Nice servers

Cons: Bland atmosphere , Overpriced/tourist prices

Dandido

Points +6358

Vegan
21 Mar 2024

Alright Vegan Sushi

I went here for dinner with two friends. As a starter we shared the Inari (23.000 COP) and it was alright. The table next to us ordered cauliflower wings and it looked much better. I'll get that next time.

As our main we shared a Tempura Roll, an Mx Roll and a Tropi Roll. My favorite was the Tropi roll, followed by the Mx Roll, followed by the Tempura roll. None of them were spectacular but if I'd go back I'd get the Tropi roll again and perhaps the Mx roll. I've had better vegan sushi in a lot of other places (in Europe).

RobertoGuerra

Points +361

Vegan
07 Mar 2024

Awesome vegan sushi!

This place is wonderful! It's not easy to find a fully vegan sushi restaurant and I'm so glad I found this place.

LeonidVKrasner

Points +42

Vegan
29 Feb 2024

Pésimo servicio en los niveles más bajos.

Veníamos de muy lejos con una amiga y aunque nos avisaron con antelación de que llegaríamos unos minutos tarde al cierre de la cocina por culpa del tráfico, la camarera en ningún caso accedió a dejarnos entrar y darnos servicio. No recomiendo ir a este restaurante!!

Cons: Falta de respeto y empatia a los clientes, Un lugar sin sentido de servicio

mabadia18

06 Mar 2024

Para las futuras personas que lean este review arbitrario les doy estas notas. Los restaurantes tienen un horario establecido de cierre, usualmente una cocina comienza a cerrar 30 minutos antes del cierre del local. Por que una cosa es cerrar cocina y otra es cerrar el local. Cocina comienza a lavar herramientas, platos, vasos, utensilios y todo lo que se usa para operar con el objetivo de que los colaboradores puedan salir a tiempo de su jornada de trabajo. Aunque un cliente llame para avisar que va tarde muy poco se puede hacer para recibirle, pues una cuenta que te gasta US$20/30 no logra cubrir las horas extras de 5-6 personas, luz, y sobre todo el costo no monetario de quitarle horas de descanso al personal. Puedes tener razón en que no recibiste un servicio al cliente ideal y es que el personal bien pudo haberte darte la notificación de que cerraban a x hora y que te podían ofrecer atenderte únicamente para llevar.

Sean mas conscientes de los negocios como este y cómo valoran lugares basados en expericias reales y no en una situación de última hora que ni tú ni el recinto tienen culpa.

LeonidVKrasner

06 Mar 2024

Si es propietario del lugar, esta respuesta solo resalta aún más su falta de conciencia sobre lo que significa atender a los clientes. El solo hecho de que intentes justificarte en lugar de disculparte y entender que tus clientes vinieron de lejos y eligieron tu lugar y en lugar de recibirlos con los brazos abiertos, le dijiste a tu camarera que les cerrara la puerta. Esta es también una de las razones por las que este lugar no durará mucho más, porque antes que tus empleados y antes que tú y tu arrogancia, en primer lugar tus invitados son los más importantes. Nos extrañaste a mí y a mi amiga y nos ganamos la vida a otros lugares veganos que nos respeten.

SantiagoArboleda

18 Apr 2024

Pues bueno, Leonid, ya sabes para la próxima. Consulta a qué horas cierran en cada restaurante al que vas. Tendrás que pagar 8 veces el precio para pagar horas extras a los empleados. Lo que no está bien ni para ti ni para ellos. Entiendo tu frustración y lamento mucho que hayas ido desde muy lejos a probar la comida. También me han pasado cosas similares. Pero en Colombia el salario mínimo son 300 dólares. Llegar tarde a disfrutar tu almuerzo o cena y que los trabajadores se arriesguen a pagar 10 dólares de pasaje cada uno porque los dejó el transporte público debido a que les tocó atenderte no es justo. Sé mucho más considerado.

MelissaPerkins

Points +49

Vegan
29 Feb 2024

Muy rico!!

Loved that it was all vegan and very creative with flavours and textures. Also have gyozas, bai burgers and bowls and soups as well as sushi. The lemon cake for dessert was also yummy!
It was really difficult to choose what to eat! I guess I’ll have to come back again! 🤩

Pros: All vegan , Varied menu , Super clean restaurant and helpful staff

Cons: Would be great if they offered a mixed sushi dish

Leeza

Points +128

Vegan
28 Feb 2024

Amazing

I love everything I tried. I ate here many times with different friends. Every dish was a winner for me! Love the soups, rolls, and starters. Great service as well.

Pros: Lots of options , Great location , Flavorful

Sisberg

Points +130

Vegan
27 Jan 2024

Just perfect

SO many sushi options. I was in heaven. Everything was absolutely delicious. Service is fast, staff is the friendliest, they even gave me a cute origami souvenir at the end. A must visit for sushi lovers💗

Pros: So many vegan sushi options, Friendly staff, Delicious food

AlizabethAshlee

Points +732

Vegan
09 Jan 2024

It's good but not amazing

Deffs the best vegan sushi in town but the rest is Meh. The Cauliflower is good but we didn't love the sauce as it was too sweet for our liking, Inari is not typical Inari and more like smoked tofu. It's good asian food for South America just not omg delicious nor our fav asian spot in Medellín

Updated from previous review on 2024-01-09

Pilchyastic

Points +129

Vegetarian
27 Dec 2023

Best vegan sushi

The best vegan sushi I’ve ever had. Came here twice out of four nights as we had to have it again. Freshly made, good portions, and nice staff- listen to their recommendations! ❤️

cynicaloptimist

Points +1379

Vegan
19 Dec 2023

Amazing starters

Friendly service and incredible starters - really recommend the cauliflower- such a generous portion too!

The sushi was also good - not super fancy but decent. I enjoyed the maki sushi and the mx sushi was okay - I think we were curious about refried beans in sushi so ordered. Lots of options on the menu that I would have also loved to have tried.

kruppy91

Points +65

Vegetarian
14 Dec 2023

Loved the cauliflower

The service in this place was top notch! Absolutely amazing food. Loved the Cauliflower popcorn, gyoza and baoburger

Pros: Gyoza, Cauliflower popcorn

BibliotecaDiversa

Points +16

Vegan
22 Nov 2023

Shushi deli

Todo todo es delicioso. El Sushi, las hamburguesas, la atención, la amabilidad, el ambiente.

Pros: Variedad, Atención , Lugar

Cons: Nada, Nada , Nada

SMOOTIPIZZAVEGAN

Points +375

Vegan
07 Oct 2023

Creative and super delicious sushi

We ate one of the best sushi’s ever! TROPI with mango was our definite favourite 🤤 But if you are looking for plain simple usual vegan sushi’s with just avocado, cucumber it’s maybe not for you…

fernandotoro

Points +30

Vegan
02 Oct 2023

My favorite spot

Delicious food. Nothing to complain about.

Pros: Everything is tasty af

ltrochim

Points +44

Vegan
09 Aug 2023

Amazing food

Shared sushi, soup, and the special. Presentation was gorgeous and the food is fantastic. Wish I had more time in Medellin and I would like to try everything!

priliesato

Points +205

Vegan
02 Aug 2023

Amazing food!!!

I really really loved the food! The caulliflower, The lamen and the kimbap were incredible! Best meal in Medellin!

shiraL7

Points +1470

Vegan
19 Jul 2023

Amazing sushi restaurant

Service was 100%, food was really good and the dishes were super special!
I definitely want to go again if I return to Medellin.
Edit:
I came here again and I had different dishes- even better than the previous ones! We were 3 so we shared 2 sushi rolls (tropical one is perfect), the seasonal dish which was Korean and so so good and the gyozas which we all loved!
Definitely check this place out of you like sushi.
Also had the vegan lemon cake (they added a candle for my birthday) with the ice cream and it was delightful.

Updated from previous review on 2023-07-19

Pros: Really special dishes, Great service

ellen20

Points +399

Vegan
17 Jul 2023

Definitely go there if you're a sushi lover

We loved the food and service at helecho! Must try are the golden rolls and the tropi rolls - soooo good!

JoeyB472

Points +188

Vegan
17 Jul 2023

Amazing vegan sushi

Big menu, delicious sushi and was really busy which is great to see.

MedellinVegan

Points +283

Vegan
16 Jul 2023

Always a winner!

Simply delicious!!! Always a good idea to come and eat here and they have a new dish each month to change up the menu too!

Updated from previous review on 2021-02-15

Pros: Amazing taste, Tonnes of dishes , Amazing staff

bisaloo

Points +68

Vegan
02 Jul 2023

Slightly expensive but definitely worth it

This place is slightly more expensive than other restaurants in the area but it's still worth definitely worth a visit. The food was delicious and the staff helpful.

Pros: Tasty food, Helpful staff

Cons: Slightly expensive

IsabellaEchavarriaP

Points +22

Vegan
01 Jul 2023

Excelente

Delicioso, super recomendado

LeilaDara

Points +289

Vegan
11 Jun 2023

Good interesting flavour combinations

We grabbed some sushi rolls, gyoza and cauliflower bites for takeaway. The cauliflower and gyoza were absolutely delicious, as we're the cauliflower bites. The sushi was not the best I've had, but it was nothing to sniff at and the flavour combinations were interesting. My favourites were the maki roll and the MX roll. I would come back again if I were in the city for longer.

Pros: All vegan, Lots of options

Cons: Relatively slow service




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