Amici Sushi has quickly become my favorite sushi destination in Calgary. The intimate, comfortable restaurant is run by friendly staff who are always ready with a cup of steaming genmaicha. While other places in the city are touted as great, I've yet to come across a sushi restaurant that's as consistently good as Amici.
While $1 nigiri might draw some newcomers in, I keep coming back because every time I do, it's just as tasty as the last trip. The chef is great about making substitutions if requested, and the fish is always fresh. This is one of the few places in Calgary where I've always found fresh, delicious mackerel and scallops - two dishes that are frequently off-putting at most other restaurants I've been to.
The dishes - both cooked and raw - are reasonably priced, and the menu offers all the sushi standbys. What it lacks in size and notoriety, it more than makes up for in service and quality.