Is YO! Sushi Low FODMAP? Menu Guide [2026]

✓ 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

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is YO! Sushi low FODMAP? ▼

Yes, YO! Sushi has low FODMAP options including Sashimi, Plain White Rice, Cucumber Rolls (Kappa Maki). Always confirm with staff about current ingredients and preparation methods.

What can I order at YO! Sushi on a low FODMAP diet? ▼

Safe low FODMAP options at YO! Sushi include: Sashimi, Plain White Rice, Cucumber Rolls (Kappa Maki), Edamame (small portion), Grilled Salmon, Nigiri (plain fish). Ask for modifications when needed.

What should I avoid at YO! Sushi on a low FODMAP diet? ▼

Items to avoid at YO! Sushi include: Regular soy sauce (contains wheat), Teriyaki sauce (contains wheat, garlic, onion), Miso soup (high FODMAP), Gyoza/dumplings (wheat wrappers), Tempura (wheat batter). These contain high FODMAP ingredients like onion, garlic, or wheat.

What is a good low FODMAP meal at YO! Sushi? ▼

A great low FODMAP meal at YO! Sushi is the Sashimi Selection: Salmon sashimi, Tuna sashimi, Side of plain rice, Gluten-free tamari (if available), Green tea. Always verify current ingredients with staff.