Fuda Sushi Seafood Buffet cleared to open in Boston's Allston

Overview

Updated Aug 27

Fuda Sushi Seafood Buffet received its common victualler license and certificate of occupancy on July 13, 2026, clearing the way for the all-you-can-eat restaurant to open at 128 Brighton Avenue. The city's Licensing Board and building inspection officials approved the permits on the same day.

The restaurant opened its doors on July 27, according to local news site Allstonia, adding a new dining option for Allston residents and Boston University students. The certificate of occupancy declared a construction value of $150,000.

Why it matters

Boston's permitting process determines which new restaurants can serve the public; this clearance signals a new all-you-can-eat sushi option for Allston.

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Key Indicators

$150,000

Declared construction value

Value stated on the certificate of occupancy for the restaurant build-out.

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Permits issued

Common victualler license and certificate of occupancy issued on July 13.

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Organizations Involved

Fuda Sushi Seafood Buffet

Restaurant

Operating

All-you-can-eat sushi buffet at 128 Brighton Avenue, Boston.

City of Boston Licensing Board

Municipal Agency

Regulator

Issues common victualler licenses to food establishments in Boston.

Timeline

2 events Latest: July 27th, 2026 · 4 months ago

July 2026
Restaurant opens
Latest Business

Fuda Sushi Seafood Buffet opens to the public, per Allstonia.
July 27th, 2026
Permits granted
Regulatory

City issued common victualler license and certificate of occupancy for 128 Brighton Ave.
July 13th, 2026

Scenarios

1

Fuda Sushi stays open through 2027

Uncertain Resolves by End of 2027

Discussed by: Allstonia local news

The restaurant navigates health inspections, maintains its common victualler license, and remains a fixture in Allston. Continued demand from students and residents supports steady business.

2

Fuda Sushi closes or changes ownership by 2027

Unlikely Resolves by End of 2027

Discussed by: Speculative industry observers

The buffet faces competition, high costs, or regulatory issues, leading to closure or a change of ownership within its first year. Boston's restaurant market is competitive, and new ventures sometimes fail.