Low FODMAP at YO! Sushi - Complete Ordering Guide
Complete guide to ordering low FODMAP at YO! Sushi. Safe menu items, what to avoid, and how to customize your order.
✓ Safe Items to Order
| Item | Notes | Modifications |
|---|---|---|
| Sashimi | Plain raw fish | Salmon, tuna - no soy sauce or use gluten-free tamari |
| Plain White Rice | Sushi rice | Contains rice vinegar and sugar - should be safe |
| Cucumber Rolls (Kappa Maki) | Simple vegetable roll | Use gluten-free tamari for dipping |
| Edamame (small portion) | Steamed soybeans | Small portion only - request plain with just salt |
| Grilled Salmon | Teriyaki-free option | Request completely plain with no sauce |
| Nigiri (plain fish) | Fish on rice | Salmon or tuna nigiri - no soy sauce or use GF tamari |
✗ Items to Avoid
- • Regular soy sauce (contains wheat)
- • Teriyaki sauce (contains wheat, garlic, onion)
- • Miso soup (high FODMAP)
- • Gyoza/dumplings (wheat wrappers)
- • Tempura (wheat batter)
- • Katsu dishes (breadcrumb coating)
- • Spicy mayo (may contain garlic)
- • Eel sauce (contains wheat)
- • Most specialty rolls (contain sauces)
- • Ramen (wheat noodles)
Example Orders
Sashimi Selection
- ✓ Salmon sashimi
- ✓ Tuna sashimi
- ✓ Side of plain rice
- ✓ Gluten-free tamari (if available)
- ✓ Green tea
Tip: Sashimi is your safest bet at Japanese restaurants
Simple Sushi
- ✓ Salmon nigiri
- ✓ Cucumber roll
- ✓ Plain edamame (small portion)
- ✓ Water
Tip: Stick to the basics
Quick Summary
YO! Sushi can work for low FODMAP diners if you focus on sashimi, plain nigiri, and simple rolls. The main challenges are soy sauce (contains wheat) and the many sauces used in specialty items.
Best bets: Sashimi, plain nigiri, cucumber rolls with gluten-free tamari
Always avoid: Regular soy sauce, teriyaki, miso soup, tempura, gyoza
The Japanese Restaurant Challenge
Japanese cuisine at YO! Sushi presents these challenges:
- Regular soy sauce contains wheat
- Many dishes use teriyaki (wheat + garlic)
- Miso soup is high in FODMAPs
- Tempura and katsu have wheat coating
However, sashimi and simple sushi can be excellent choices.
How to Order
- Choose sashimi - Plain raw fish is FODMAP-free
- Request gluten-free tamari - If you need soy sauce flavor
- Stick to simple rolls - Cucumber, plain fish
- Avoid all tempura - Wheat batter
- Skip the miso soup - High FODMAP
- Be careful with sauces - Most contain garlic or wheat
The Soy Sauce Solution
Regular soy sauce contains wheat. Options:
- Ask for gluten-free tamari (may be available)
- Eat sashimi/sushi plain
- Use a small amount of wasabi (FODMAP-free)
- Bring your own gluten-free tamari
Safe Menu Items
Best choices:
- Salmon sashimi
- Tuna sashimi
- Salmon nigiri
- Tuna nigiri
- Prawn nigiri
- Cucumber maki (kappa maki)
- Plain rice
Exercise caution:
- Edamame (small portion only)
- Avocado rolls (limit avocado portion)
Items to Avoid Completely
- Miso soup (fermented soybeans = high FODMAP)
- All gyoza and dumplings
- Tempura anything
- Katsu anything
- Teriyaki dishes
- Spicy rolls with mayo
- Anything with eel sauce
Last verified: January 2025. Menu items and ingredients can change. Always confirm with restaurant staff.