Rishi Sushi, a longtime favorite for sushi, sake, and my personal go-to comfort dish, chicken katsudon, has closed its doors.
The restaurant, which opened in 2014 and quickly became a staple for many Columbus diners, shut down abruptly on January 10 with little notice. News of the closure came via a social media post shared earlier this week.
“After 15 years we are sadly closing Rishi as we know it,” the post reads. “But… wait until you see our 2nd Act!”
No additional details were shared about what that next chapter might look like or when it could happen, but the message thanked Rishi’s team members and guests for their support over the years.
For many locals, Rishi was more than just a sushi spot.
It was a go-to for easy comfort meals, dependable rolls, and nights that stretched into one more drink than planned. Its sudden closure has already sparked plenty of nostalgic comments online from diners sharing favorite dishes and memories.
For now, Rishi as Columbus knew it is gone. What replaces it, whether a new concept or something entirely different, remains to be seen.
We’ll update this story if more details about Rishi’s “second act” are announced.
