Sokyo is claiming the title of Egypt’s first sushi conveyor belt restaurant: In the heart of Rehab’s CitySquareMall you’ll find a Japanese restaurant where the concept is simple: sit at the bar and enjoy unlimited sushi as plates glide by on a belt. What you see is what you get — no need to wait or order.

For starters, we went with the Spicy Crab Salad, a mix of refreshing crab, creamy avocado, and lettuce drenched in spicy mayo, with a sprinkle (or two) of caviar. Though it was nice, there was a tad too much lettuce — though this didn't take away from the overall taste. Then came everyone’s favorite, the Dynamite Shrimp, golden-fried with panko breadcrumbs and covered in spicy mayo. This one was a hit with our taste buds — crunchy, flavorful, and the kind of dish you’d order twice.

Something a bit off our common course were the Shrimp Spring Rolls, which rounded off the appetizers perfectly. They were crispy, golden, and generously stuffed with shrimps and veggies, with the quality calling to mind an elevated vegetable spring roll.

On to the star of the show: the conveyor belt sushi. The belt brought around an array of two-piece rolls ranging from raw to fried, ensuring that every sushi lover will find something to enjoy. While sashimi, temaki, nigiri, and oshi are ordered separately, the rolls on the belt held their own.

Our favorites? The California Caviar Rolls with crab, salmon, avocado, and caviar for an indulgent bite; the Pink Panther Roll, a crispy shrimp tempura base drizzled with spicy mayo and teriyaki sauce for those who love a kick; and finally the Rainbow Roll, which was both colourful, light, and fresh, and features salmon, tuna, shrimp, crab, and avocado over a California Roll.

It might not be a five-star destination, but it’s a go-to for satisfying your sushi cravings without breaking the bank. And for those seeking something beyond sushi, there’s also a teppanyaki option and a few noodle dishes to round out your experience.

As of now they don't deliver but be sure to pop by if you happen to be in the New Cairo neighbourhood craving a roll or two.

? Per person: EGP 700-1k

? Outdoor seating: Yes

? Alcohol: No

? Accessibility friendly: Yes

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