# Customizable Sushi Menus Sushi Fuku is a Fast Casual Chain in Pittsburgh with Custom Dishes By Rebecca Byers | Published 2016-01-07 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sushi-fuku References: [sushifuku](http://sushifuku.com/menu/) & [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/SushiFuku/) [Sushi Fuku](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kura-sushi-1) is a fast casual restaurant chain specializing in [custom sushi rolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-hot-honey-roll) and bowls. With two locations in Pittsburgh, the innovative sushi chain could find mainstream success given the recent progression toward customizable menu options that open up a wide range of possibilities. The 'build your own' portion of the includes three different steps like choosing a protein, three ingredients to be stuffed inside and two ingredients on the outside. Each combination can either be "rolled" or "bowled," while Sushi Fuku also boasts a 'featured rolls' menu that provides options for those feeling particularly uncreative. This innovative example of customizable menus in fast casual restaurant chains points to the future of the food service industry. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 16% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Customizable Menu Options:** The trend of customizable menu options in the fast casual restaurant industry presents opportunities for businesses to provide unique and personalized dining experiences for their customers. - **Innovative Sushi Menu Offerings:** Innovative sushi menu offerings such as custom rolls and bowls can disrupt the traditional sushi restaurant industry and cater to customers looking for more variety and choice in their dining options. - **Featured Menu Items:** Having a featured menu items section on a customizable menu can provide customers with pre-made options while still allowing for personalization, creating a balance of convenience and individuality. ### Where This Applies - **Fast Casual Restaurant:** Customizable menus with unique and varied options can help fast casual restaurants differentiate themselves in a highly competitive industry, attracting customers looking for creative dining experiences. - **Sushi Restaurant:** Innovative menu options such as custom sushi rolls and bowls can disrupt the traditional sushi restaurant industry and attract a new customer base looking for more personalized dining experiences. - **Food Service Industry:** Providing customizable menu options and unique offerings in the food service industry can attract customers looking for more flexibility and individuality in their dining experiences, creating a competitive advantage for businesses. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Elevated Sushi Offerings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kura-sushi-1.md) - [QSR Poke Bowl Lineups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/premium-poke-bowls.md) - [Convenient Sushi Bakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sushi-bakes.md) - [Pink-Hued Cancer Awareness Sushis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pink-sushi-rolls.md) - [Completely Customizable Ramen Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/build-your-own-ramen.md) - [Square Spicy Tuna Sushi](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pressed-spicy-tuna-roll.md) - [Oven-Ready Sushi Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crushi.md) - [Customizable Sandwich Shop Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bag-to-the-future-menu.md) - [Tuna-Packed Poke Burritos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fresh-poke-burrito.md)