The allure of eating sushi has been around for decades, but the full-blown appeal of ordering and enjoying this delicacy has only recently caught on in the United States. Even though the appeal of eating Japanese sushi continues to rise in the United States, partaking at local sushi bars can still be a confusing maze of distinct cultural practices, different culinary traditions, and different languages.

Some restaurants specialize in sushi, while others cater to all kinds of food types. As you begin your quest to enjoy a delicious sushi bar or restaurant experience, there are several important questions that should be answered before you order a sushi meal. These questions include:

- What is ordering sushi for? Is it an occasional treat for dinner with friends or a quick grab-and-go snack during your lunch break? Is ordering sushi for a special occasion, such as a birthday, or even a holiday, something you have always dreamed about doing? Are you truly in love with sushi food? Is it just a fun way to spend a little time with friends?

- Will the sushi be fresh or frozen? Is it something you can pick up in your own kitchen or will you need to bring your sushi home? Are you willing to pay more or less for the sushi than you would for a takeout or fast food sushi option? Do you have time for a trip to the grocery store to stock up on ingredients?

- Is the restaurant clean and hygienic? Is the environment clean and welcoming?

- Is the price the same as you would pay at a local or chain restaurant? Does the menu include a variety of sushi foods and do you get a good price for your selections? Do you have to pay more or less for a certain type of sushi? If you are eating at a sushi bar, are you allowed to choose from a variety of sushi toppings? and is the quality of the rice and fish on your choice good?

- Do you know how to order sushi? You need to know the best way to ask if the sushi restaurant serves each of the sushi choices offered.

- What are your dietary restrictions and allergies? Many people with health conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, or gluten intolerance may find that eating sushi can be hazardous to their health and have to avoid it altogether.

- Is the sushi cooked to perfection or are you just eating it raw? Cooking the sushi to perfection may result in a good meal, but it can also lead to the development of some undesirable toxins that can be harmful if they are not eaten in moderation.

- How much are you prepared to spend? If you have never ordered sushi before, you may want to consider trying out a small sampling or even try to order a more expensive sushi dish to see if you like it.

- What are Sushi Sushi ? Is it something that you crave?

- Are you open to trying more than one sushi dish? Sometimes a single dish can be too expensive or complicated and you may find yourself wanting to try several in order to get the full experience.

- Will you go back to eat sushi again? Of course you will. Eating sushi isn't just something you do once. You may want to try it out at least one more time in the near future.

- What kind of food should you be in? When you go to a sushi bar, you should be ready for a relaxing and enjoyable experience that will make you feel relaxed and happy.

- Can you plan ahead? Planning ahead can make ordering sushi a lot easier and a lot less stressful.

Eating sushi is a great way to enjoy delicious food and a healthier diet. When you follow these tips, you will be able to have a delicious sushi meal with all of the health benefits that accompany it.