Sushi Life is an independent Japanese restaurant at Unit 5 in the Globe Centre on Wellfield Road, Roath. Established in 2017, its small dining room focuses on evening service, with a front of house team serving food prepared fresh by the kitchen.
Maki rolls form a central part of the menu, combining seasoned rice, seaweed, fish, vegetables and garnishes in different styles. Ordering several rolls lets a table compare ingredients and textures, while individual sushi choices suit diners who prefer a more focused selection.
Udon noodles and other cooked dishes provide warming alternatives to sushi, making the restaurant useful for groups with different preferences. The independent format and concise opening schedule give dinner a neighbourhood feel rather than the pace of a large chain.
Sushi Life also offers collection and a reduced delivery menu, although booking is encouraged for dine-in visits. Guests with allergies should contact the restaurant because fish, shellfish, soy, sesame and gluten can appear throughout the menu and in shared preparation areas.
Address: Unit 5, The Globe Centre, Wellfield Road, Roath, Cardiff CF24 3PE, Wales
Sushi Life Menu
Appetisers
Edamame
Boiled soybeans served with a dash of salt
Sticky Rice
Chips
Agedashi Tofu
6pcs of deep-fried tofu in tempura batter
Soybean Spring Rolls
5pcs per portion – Deep fried served with a side of sweet chilli sauce
Chicken Gyoza
5pcs per portion – Deep fried served with a side of sweet chilli sauce
Vegetable Gyoza
5pcs per portion – Deep fried served with a side of sweet chilli sauce
Chicken Karaage
5pcs per portion – Deep fried served with a side of homemade wasabi mayo
Soft Shell Crab
A whole deep-fried soft shell crab served with a side of homemade wasabi mayo
Prawn Tempura
3pcs per portion – Deep fried served with a side of homemade wasabi mayo
Prawn Dumplings
5pcs per portion – Deep fried served with a side of sweet chilli sauce
Grilled Salmon Teriyaki
Served on a bed of mixed leaf salad topped with teriyaki sauce and chives
Grilled Sea Bass
Served on a bed of mixed leaf salad topped with a homemade soy-based sauce and chives
Grilled King Prawn Skewers
Served on a bed of mixed leaf salad topped with a homemade soy-based sauce and chives
Grilled Chicken Skewers
Served on a bed of mixed leaf salad topped with teriyaki sauce and chives
Grilled Beef Skewers
Served on a bed of mixed leaf salad topped with teriyaki sauce and chives
Takoyaki
5pcs per portion – Deep fried octopus balls served on a bed of mixed leaf salad topped with Japanese mayo, bonito flakes and chives
Okonomiyaki Skewers
2pcs per portion – Deep fried squid pancakes served on a bed of mixed leaf salad topped with okonomiyaki sauce and chives
Grilled Salmon
Served with our gluten free teriyaki sauce
Grilled Sea Bass
Served without soy-based sauce
Grilled King Prawn Skewers
Served without soy-based sauce
Grilled Chicken Skewers
Served with our gluten free teriyaki sauce
Grilled Beef Skewers
Served with our gluten free teriyaki sauce
Maki Rolls
8pcs per portion
Red Dragon
Salmon, cucumber and avocado topped with flame-torched salmon, Japanese mayo, black masago and chives
Green Dragon
Salmon, cucumber and avocado topped with avocado, Japanese mayo, crispy tempura and chives
Yellow Dragon
Salmon, cucumber and avocado topped with flame-torched American cheese, Japanese mayo, crispy tempura and chives
Alaska
Salmon, cucumber and avocado topped with orange masago
Boston Roll
Salmon, avocado and cucumber topped with unagi (eel) and chives
Spicy Salmon Maki
Salmon, Sriracha sauce, homemade wasabi mayo, cucumber and avocado topped with Japanese mayo, chilli flakes and chives
Spicy Tuna Maki
Tuna, Sriracha sauce, homemade wasabi mayo, cucumber and avocado topped with Japanese mayo, chilli flakes and chives
Hell in the Kitchen
Crispy prawns, homemade wasabi mayo, cucumber and avocado topped with tuna and dots of Japanese mayo and Sriracha sauce
Happy Together
Crispy prawns, homemade wasabi mayo, cucumber and avocado topped with thinly sliced mango and strawberry
Manhattan Roll
Crispy prawns, homemade wasabi mayo, cucumber and avocado topped with surimi (crabstick), flame-torched American cheese and dots of Japanese mayo and Sriracha sauce
Prawn Tempura Maki
Crispy prawns, homemade wasabi mayo, cucumber and avocado topped with toasted sesame seeds
Cut the Crab
Surimi (crabstick), cucumber and avocado topped with salmon and dots of Japanese mayo and green masago
Rainbow Maki
Surimi (crabstick), cucumber and avocado topped with salmon, tuna, ebi (sweet baby prawn) and avocado with Japanese mayo and chives
California Maki
Surimi (crabstick), cucumber and avocado topped with toasted sesame seeds
Crunch California
Surimi (crabstick), cucumber and avocado wrapped in a roll and deep fried in coconut flakes
Beef Teriyaki Maki
Grilled beef fillet, cucumber and avocado topped with homemade wasabi mayo, teriyaki sauce, crispy onions and chives
Chicken Teriyaki Maki
Grilled chicken breast, cucumber and avocado topped with homemade wasabi mayo, teriyaki sauce, crispy onions and chives
Duck Maki
Roasted duck, cucumber and avocado topped with homemade wasabi mayo, teriyaki sauce, crispy onions and chives
Spider Maki
A whole soft shell crab deep-fried in tempura batter, orange masago, homemade wasabi mayo, cucumber and avocado
Rock-n-Roll
Sea bass tempura, homemade wasabi mayo, cucumber and avocado topped with unagi (eel), unagi sauce and chives
Vegan Garden
Wakame (seaweed salad), cucumber and avocado topped with avocado
Yasay Roll
Tamago (sweet Japanese omelette), cucumber and avocado topped with inari (sweet beancurd)
Zen Roll
Sweet potato and red pepper tempura, cucumber and avocado topped with inari (sweet beancurd)
Red Dragon
Served with gluten free Japanese mayo but without black tobiko
Green Dragon
Served with gluten free Japanese mayo, but without crispy tempura
Yellow Dragon
Served with gluten free Japanese mayo, but without crispy tempura
Spicy Salmon Maki
Served with gluten free Japanese mayo, but without wasabi mayo or chilli flakes
Spicy Tuna Maki
Served with gluten free Japanese mayo, but without wasabi mayo or chilli flakes
Beef Maki
Served with gluten free teriyaki sauce, but without wasabi mayo or crispy onions
Chicken Maki
Served with gluten free teriyaki sauce, but without wasabi mayo or crispy onions
Futomaki
5pcs per portion
Salmon
Salmon, flame-torched American cheese, cucumber and avocado
Tuna
Tuna, cucumber and avocado
Spicy Salmon
Salmon, Sriracha sauce, cucumber and avocado
Spicy Tuna
Tuna, Sriracha sauce, cucumber and avocado
California
Surimi (crabstick), cucumber and avocado
Prawn Tempura
Crispy prawns, flame-torched American cheese, homemade wasabi mayo, orange masago, cucumber and avocado
Crispy Chicken
Chicken breast deep-fried in tempura, homemade wasabi mayo, teriyaki sauce, cucumber and avocado
Beef
Grilled beef fillet, homemade wasabi mayo, teriyaki sauce, cucumber and avocado
Duck
Roasted duck, homemade wasabi mayo, teriyaki sauce, cucumber and avocado
Vegetarian
Sweet potato and red pepper tempura, cucumber and avocado
Salmon
Tuna
Spicy Salmon
Spicy Tuna
Beef
Served with gluten free teriyaki sauce, but without wasabi mayo
Hosomaki
8pcs per portion
Spicy Salmon
Salmon with Sriracha sauce
Spicy Tuna
Tuna with Sriracha sauce
Salmon
Tuna
Ebi
Sweet baby prawn
Crabstick
Tamago
Sweet Japanese omelette (vg)
Avocado
Cucumber
Rice Paper Rolls
8pcs per portion
Salmon
Served without sesame based goma dressing
Beef
Served with our gluten free teriyaki sauce, but without sesame based goma dressing
Sashimi
5pcs per portion
Salmon
Tuna
Tataki
Seared tuna
Hamachi
Yellowtail
Sea Bass
Nigiri
2pcs per portion
Salmon
Tuna
Sea Bass
Hamachi
Yellowtail
Avocado
Platters
Dragon Platter
24pcs. 8pcs each of the Red Dragon, Green Dragon and Yellow Dragon Maki rolls — served with gluten free Japanese mayo but without black tobiko
Cha Han
A wok-fried rice dish with a myriad of vegetables; red onion, carrots, pak choi, red peppers and beansprout
Chicken
Beef
Salmon
King Prawn
Vegetarian
Rice Flat Noodles
Rice flat noodles wok-fried with a myriad of vegetables; red onion, carrots, pak choi, red peppers and beansprout
Pad Thai
Beef Flat Noodles
Specials – Steak
5oz A5 Wagyu Sirloin Steak
Authentic, indulgent, and expertly seared. Sourced from the finest Japanese black cattle, our A5 Wagyu sirloin is the pinnacle of marbled perfection — rich, buttery, and melt-in-your-mouth tender. Served with a delicate finishing salt to let the natural flavour shine.
Specials – Maki Rolls
8pcs per portion
Truffle Wagyu Maki
A fusion roll filled with crisp cucumber, creamy avocado, and sweet pickled daikon. Topped with melt-in-your-mouth A5 Wagyu, truffle mayo, and a teriyaki glaze. A bold celebration of flavour and texture.
Crunch Wagyu Maki
A decadent fusion roll featuring Japanese A5 Wagyu beef, fresh cucumber, and a touch of wasabi — wrapped in rice and nori, then delicately tempura-fried for a golden crunch.
Specials – Nigiri
2pcs per portion
A5 Wagyu Nigiri
Luxurious A5 Japanese Wagyu draped over seasoned sushi rice, finished with a delicate brush of truffle essence. Rich, tender, and unforgettable.
Beers
Asahi Super Dry Japan Beer
330ml
Asahi Super Dry Alcohol Free
330ml
Peroni Gluten Free
330ml
Kirin Ichiban Japanese Lager
330ml
Cider
Bulmers Original Apple Cider
500ml
Cocktails
Espresso Martini
Dark chocolate notes, vanilla bean complexity, and of course, an impactful coffee aroma.
Margarita
Fresh, sharp and confident, its smooth tequila, classic triple sec and refreshing sting of lime are the ideal ingredients for a zesty patty companion.
Passion Drift
Vodka shaken with vibrant fruit juice for a smooth, tropical cocktail with a sweet-tart finish.
Mojito
Soulful, juicy and bittersweet, enjoy its fresh, authentic lime, ripped garden mint and some molasses with white rum notes to finish.
Soft Drinks
Coca-Cola
330ml
Diet Coke
330ml
Sprite
330ml
Fanta
330ml
Appletiser
330ml
White Wine
Marques de la Puente, Sauvignon Blanc
Airén, Spain. With a subtle floral scent on the nose, this white has flavours of melon, citrus fruits and a touch of fennel.
Bel Canto Famoso, Pinot Grigio
Italy. Straw yellow in colour. Fruity notes of white peach, with white floral notes. Elegant wine, sapid, balanced, and fresh on the finish.
Bantry Bay, Chenin Blanc
South Africa. A fresh wine showing delicate floral notes and subtle pineapple fruit, joined by striking lemon and grapefruit flavours.
Claro Riesling Reserva
Chile. Fresh and elegant with white peach, citrus and floral notes. Crisp acidity and a clean, refreshing finish.
Finger Post, Sauvignon Blanc
New Zealand. An elegant Sauvignon Blanc with aromas of gooseberries and tropical fruit leading to a crisp and refreshing finish.
Red Wine
Marqués del Puente Nuevo, Tempranillo Garnacha
Spain. Raspberry and black cherry fruits on the nose that also emerge on the palate, complemented by a touch of spice.
The Old Gum Tree, Shiraz
Australia. This is a classic, fruit driven Shiraz with intense, ripe raspberry and cherry flavours and overtones of vanilla and spice.
Valle Antigua, Merlot
Chile. Soft, plummy and eminently drinkable, this possesses harmonious fruit flavours and just a touch of oak flavours on the silky finish.
Romero Gonzales, Malbec
Argentina. This is an elegant, juicy Malbec with lots of pure blackcurrant fruit character. A little grip of tannin helps balance the wine.
Rosé Wine
Pescadero Point, Zinfandel Rosé
USA. Bright and refreshing with notes of strawberry, watermelon, and citrus. Crisp, light-bodied, and dry with a clean finish.
Bel Canto, Pinot Grigio Rosé
Italy. Pale pink, rich in red fruits and floral on the nose. Fresh, crunchy taste, with a good structure. (v)(vg)
La Vidaubanaise Roubertas Comte de Provence Rosé
France. Awash with wild strawberries, lavender and rosemary; if sunshine had a flavour, it would be something like this.
Japanese Wine & Spirits
Kikkoman, Plum Wine
Japan. Medium-sweet finish complimented by melon and strawberry notes. Ideal for pairing with light fish or to be enjoyed on its own.
Sake
Japan. A Japanese rice-wine, to be enjoyed warm when eating a meal or room temperature to enjoy on its own.
Roku, Japanese Gin
Japan. The first gin from Japan’s famous Suntory distillery. Inspired by the four seasons. Recommend with the Mediterranean tonic.
Toki, Japanese Whiskey
Japan. A round and sweet whiskey made from three different Japanese distilleries.