Raw Sushi Bistro
downtown, Modesto
Bar in Modesto, United States
Book with PearlWhy go
Raw Sushi Bistro is a practical Modesto pick when you want an easy sushi plan with weekday lunch availability and later Friday-Saturday dinner hours. It is better for a casual repeat visit than a wine-led or awards-driven occasion; compare Camp 4 Wine Café for by-the-glass focus and Dewz Restaurant for a more formal dinner.
About Raw Sushi Bistro
Raw Sushi Bistro is a Modesto venue with verified smart-casual dress guidance and a schedule that includes weekday lunch windows plus dinner service on Monday through Saturday. Because the verified record is limited, the safest recommendation is practical rather than descriptive: check the current schedule before planning around it, do not assume details about menu format, pricing, chef, awards, seating, or beverage service from this guide alone.
The confirmed timing is the main useful planning detail. Raw Sushi Bistro is open Monday from 5–9 PM; Tuesday through Thursday from 11:30 AM–2 PM and 5–9 PM; Friday from 11:30 AM–2 PM and 5–10 PM; Saturday from 5–10 PM; and closed Sunday. If you are comparing other options before deciding, you can also look at Camp 4 Wine Café, Dewz Restaurant, 18Seventy Brewing Co. Commonwealth, or Verona's Cucina Italiana.
Choose it when the verified schedule fits your plan
Raw Sushi Bistro is easiest to evaluate from the facts that are confirmed: it is in Modesto, the dress code is smart casual, the posted hours cover several weekday lunch periods and dinner service on Monday through Saturday. The available verified data does not support claims about specific dishes, a tasting format, counter service, signature drinks, awards, prices, or group capacity.
For planning, treat it as one Modesto option whose strongest verified hook is timing. If your plans depend on a specific menu item, dietary accommodation, seating setup, bar program, or reservation policy, confirm those details directly with the venue before committing. For a broader comparison, Camp 4 Wine Café, Dewz Restaurant, 18Seventy Brewing Co. Commonwealth, Verona's Cucina Italiana are other named venues to consider.
The practical read for Modesto diners
The schedule gives Raw Sushi Bistro several usable windows: weekday lunch Tuesday through Friday, dinner Monday through Saturday, a later 10 PM close on Friday and Saturday. Sunday is not a day to plan for it, because the verified hours list it as closed.
For couples or groups, the confirmed information is not enough to make strong claims about ambience, seating capacity, or service style. Use the smart-casual dress code and the posted hours as the dependable planning points, then verify anything more specific directly. For a broader scan before deciding, use Our full Modesto restaurants guide, then cross-check other options in Our full Modesto bars guide.
Quick reference: Raw Sushi Bistro is a Modesto venue with smart-casual dress guidance, weekday lunch on Tuesday through Friday, dinner Monday through Saturday, a 10 PM close on Friday and Saturday, Sunday closure.
Planning details
- Location
- 1200 I St, Modesto, CA 95354
- Website
- rawsushibar.com
- Phone
- +1 209 566 9560
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Raw Sushi Bistro presents a measured, sophisticated take on sushi in downtown Modesto. It pairs precision-driven Japanese technique with a bistro sensibility, creating a setting that is refined without the strict rituals of high-ceremony omakase. The atmosphere leans relaxed and social: a curated bar programme sits alongside seafood-focused plates, and the place reads as an intentional arrival for a city gaining culinary depth. The voice of the room favors thoughtful pairings and approachable service, making it feel like a considered, modern addition to the Central Valley dining scene.
Best For
This spot is best enjoyed in the evening for dinner, with an emphasis on social dining—date nights and casual hangouts translate especially well here. The bistro format supports ordering several small plates with cocktails or sparkling sake, so groups and couples who like to share and compare pairings get the most out of a visit. The pairing-forward bar programme also makes the restaurant a strong option for after-work drinks that evolve into a full meal, particularly for diners curious about how cocktails and regional wines marry with sushi.
Ordering Tips
Come prepared to be adventurous and to lean into the bar-driven pairing logic. The editorial highlights citrus-forward cocktails and sparkling sake as purposeful contrasts to richer fish—ordering a cocktail to cut through fattier pieces and a lighter sparkling or white wine for delicate seafood is a smart approach. Favor shared plates so you can sample combinations, and ask staff about pairing recommendations; the bistro format is designed for flexible, comparative tasting rather than a rigid multi-course protocol.
Venue details
Ambiance
Modern vibe with elegant atmosphere and bar-focused lighting.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Lounge
- Late Night
- Closes by Midnight
- Music
- Contemporary
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Commonwealth, Notable alternative
- 18Seventy Brewing Co., Notable alternative
- Dewz Restaurant, Notable alternative
- Camp 4 Wine Café, Notable alternative
- Verona's Cucina Italiana, Notable alternative
Bar context
How Raw Sushi Bistro compares in Modesto
Choose Raw Sushi Bistro when sushi is the brief and booking friction matters. Compared with Commonwealth and 18Seventy Brewing Co. it is the more food-specific choice; those two make more sense when the group is prioritizing drinks, beer, or a looser bar-style night.
For wine by the glass, Camp 4 Wine Café is the cleaner pick because the concept is more directly wine-oriented. Dewz Restaurant is the stronger cross-shop for a more formal dinner mood, while Raw Sushi Bistro works better when the plan is casual, central, sushi-led.
Verona's Cucina Italiana is the safer alternative for diners who want a familiar Italian format instead of sushi. For value, the right choice depends less on listed price and more on the occasion: Raw Sushi Bistro for easy sushi, Camp 4 Wine Café for wine focus, 18Seventy Brewing Co. for beer, Dewz Restaurant for a more polished dinner plan.
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Compare Raw Sushi Bistro
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Raw Sushi Bistro | Modesto | No published awards |
| Commonwealth | Modesto | No published awards |
| 18Seventy Brewing Co. | Modesto | No published awards |
| Dewz Restaurant | Modesto | No published awards |
| Camp 4 Wine Café | Modesto | No published awards |
| Verona's Cucina Italiana | Modesto | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best time to go to Raw Sushi Bistro?
The best time depends on your schedule. Verified lunch hours are Tuesday through Friday from 11:30 AM to 2 PM. Dinner runs Monday through Thursday from 5–9 PM, Friday from 5–10 PM, Saturday from 5–10 PM. Raw Sushi Bistro is closed Sunday.
Is the food good at Raw Sushi Bistro?
The verified data provided does not include ratings, awards, menu details, or specific dishes, so this page should not make a quality claim. Use the confirmed Modesto location, smart-casual dress code, posted hours for planning, check directly if you need current menu details. Dewz Restaurant is another named venue to compare when choosing where to go.
Is Raw Sushi Bistro good for a date?
It may work for a date if the smart-casual dress code and posted hours fit your plan, but the verified information does not confirm ambience, seating style, or service format. For another option to compare, consider Camp 4 Wine Café.
Is Raw Sushi Bistro open late?
Raw Sushi Bistro is open until 10 PM on Friday and Saturday. Monday through Thursday dinner ends at 9 PM, Sunday is closed. Based on the verified hours, it should not be treated as a general late-night option.
