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Sticky Rice

Japanese Sushi, Vegan Options

Worth ordering: Sushinamed in 19 reviews

Try the Veganzilla vegan sushi roll, highly praised as a standout dish.

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Top tips

Ask about: cross-contamination Ask about: uncertain ingredients

  • Good to know: Ask for vegan sushi to be prepared on a separate surface if you have seafood allergies, but be aware of some cross-contamination risk.
  • Visit on Fridays for a lively party atmosphere including karaoke and $1 PBR specials.
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  • Expect a fun, casual vibe but not a quiet or formal setting for date nights.
  • For takeout, consider dining in if ordering tempura dishes to avoid sogginess.

Must-try

  • Worth ordering: Tots

People also mention garden balls, udon and dip.

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Also dumpling, lettuce wraps, mango sticky rice, ribs and sake.

Good for

The vibe: groups

Praised for friendly service, lively atmosphere and beautiful interior.

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Also praised for good value.

Good to know

  • Gluten-free options
  • Lunch, dinner, takeout
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

Sticky Rice is a funky fusion sushi restaurant known for its inventive vegan sushi rolls like the Veganzilla and Dirty Vegan bowl. The venue has a lively bar atmosphere popular with students and locals, featuring karaoke nights and affordable drinks like $1 PBR specials. Despite some reports of inconsistent service and occasional quality issues with vegan dishes, it remains a Richmond staple with many visitors praising its welcoming staff and variety of vegan-friendly menu items.

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2232 W Main St, Richmond, VA 23220

Opening hours

Monday
16:00–02:00
Tuesday
16:00–02:00
Wednesday
16:00–02:00
Thursday
16:00–02:00
Friday
16:00–02:00
Saturday
12:00–02:00
Sunday
12:00–02:00

the food

4.2 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

  • Good food
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How we rank

eating vegan

Very vegan-friendly

vegan options
Many · 5–10 dishes
menu
Separate vegan menu
staff
Knowledgeable
protein
tofu, tempura, mock meat + 1 more

Ask about: Cross-contamination: ask about sauces before ordering.

Ask about: Staff aren't always sure about ingredients.

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