The Most Scrumptious Sushi Bars in New York

Sushi by Bou Times Square

★★★★★ 4.6 (946) • $$$$

"I've had the pleasure of sitting for many Omakase experiences but this one is in the top two. I discovered this place walking down the street while shopping for some earrings and the diamond District. The outside looked a little funky, so I decided to look up the spot and see what it was all about. After checking out the stellar reviews, I decided to make a reservation for one to treat myself for my birthday.Made a same day reservation, paid my deposit and I was in there! Got there a little early and was immediately drawn in by the 90's and early 2000's hip-hop coming through the speakers outside. Once inside from the frigid NYC air, I was greeted by "The Jasons", took off my jacket and had a seat. Jason #1 came behind the bar so I asked him to make me a drink, Mixologist's choice. He made me an incredible rum based drink with passionfruit and a special liqueur. So good, i ordered another (maybe two).The 7 pm seating was taking a little longer than anticipated so I was offered a welcome shot of house made sake and chatted up Jason #1 about how much my city has changed. Song after song was a hit and took me back to my Bronx days. Once sat, I was taken care of by the amazing Obrey, the Omakase Chef, and we chatted the whole night in Spanglish. I did the 12-course Omakase and here are a few standouts:Salmon roe was so sweet and briny (ended up ordering an extra) Chopped tuna - seriously wow (yup, extra of this one too)The scallop was so soft and tender and the wasabi is strong but not overpowering The toro will blow your mind. The truffle shavings are the perfect touch. (Yup- twice on this one too)Bbq eel - was warm almost hot, sweet and savory- just wowwI cannot say enough good things about this dinner. Delish, good convo, company, music was BANGIN!' (Thanks Jason G.) and I left there feeling full and lighthearted. I def plan to go to the one in DC to scope out the scene and hopefully order the uni next!"

Zest Sushi

★★★★☆ 4.3 (988) • $$

"Delicious and cheap for happy hour. Got salmon avocado, shrimp tempura, and eel cucumber sushi and miso soup! Will come back."

Nami Nori

★★★★☆ 4.2 (942) • $$$

"Very chic minimalist concept serving excellent temaki with an impressive following.Tables are difficult to get but there is worth trying. Enjoy good quality with excellent execution and attention to detail.Happy New Year!!"

Crave Fishbar

★★★★☆ 4.2 (902) • $$$

"As I said back in 2016, I repeat in 2023, CRAVE Fishbar is a definite keeper. Last night 12/12, we recently returned with friends to celebrate the holiday season. The restaurant was bustling in merriment.We started off with a platter of 24 delicious briny East Coast bivalves (oysters, matey!) which went down well with our yummy spicy 'Good Life' margaritas. All followed by small plates of: Salmon Sashimi tostadas, Silky Fluke Nigiri, Grilled Octopus w fennel, crunchy Brussel sprouts with chorizo, grilled Cauliflower with jalapeño + cheese. All delicious and good!Our evening concluded with Crave's luscious silky Red Velvet Cheesecake. A good choice! *Merry Happy + Season's Greetings to all! Cheers!***Peace On Earth**Thank you"

PLANTA Queen Nomad

★★★★☆ 4.3 (837) • $$

"A full vegan restaurant with so much variety and amazing dishes. We reserved a table for Monday evening dinner with friends. Our table was ready at scheduled time upon arrival. The has two floors, the big bar is on the first floor, lower floor has a smaller bar and few more dining space, with some wonderful interior. The menu had lots of small plates, sushi rolls, shareable entrees and of lots of drinks. We ordered 10-12 items all together. Most of the dishes were really incredible. Some of the best ones were bang bang broccoli, bao slider, avocado lime tartare, chili garlic tofu, dragon roll and spicy tuna roll. All items came out at a decent pace, we were able to enjoy the dinner for almost 3 hours. The 500ml sake was got enough for 2 rounds of shots for 4 people. I liked the cucumber mint lemonade as well. We ended the dinner with a chocolate brownie and matcha cheesecake, both were decent dessert items.The service was amazing throughout the night. Our server was a pro. He kept checking on the table, took out empty plates, kept filling up water and drinks. Never thought a vegetarian restaurant could be this much creative and popular, was really amazed by the experience."

Momoya

★★★★☆ 4.1 (882) • $$

"It's probably insane that I hadn't been to Momoya yet when I'm always nearby. I always think I assumed they were ultra expensive. But they do almost every night have a line wrapped around out the door. Interestingly enough, they do have a very affordable lunch special every day where almost everything on a select menu is between $20-30. I've been twice so far and the food is super fresh. Like some of the freshest sushi I've ever had in my life. The service is truly impeccable and they're always super friendly. I ended up getting both times the 3 sushi roll for $20 deal. It's hard to pick a favorite. It's like picking your favorite child. But I really enjoyed the Yellowtail and the salmon avocado. They also give you a generous sized bowl of miso soup with it or the option of turning that into a salad. Highly recommend and will definitely be back."

Tsurutontan Udon Noodle Brasserie

★★★★☆ 3.7 (792) • $$

"My husband and I were seated in a quiet alcove. The decor included a wall with letters. we amused ourselves by finding words with connecting letters.We were enjoying restaurant week.My husband ordered the salmon with avocado sushi. Great flavor. I had the hamachi shishito sushi. This was also very good.I had the waygu beef sukiyaki. The udons were super tender. My broth was full of 2 kinds of mushrooms, cabbage, and beef. The broth was super flavorful. It was a very generous portion.The spicy eggplant that my husband ordered had the right amount of heat for him. There was lots of bok choy, eggplant, and peppers."

Kanoyama

★★★★☆ 3.8 (749) • $$$$

"We came here to celebrate Father's Day. The staff were friendly and very helpful. The place is located at the corner of the street with beautiful outside seating. We sat inside for our meal. They had a number for specials on their menu. We tried the tempura fresh water eel. It was delicious. The fish was crispy on the outside and soft in the inside. We also had this miso fish. It was not fishy at all. I loved the fried lotus roots on the dish as well. It was a great meal for the whole family!"

Sushi of Gari 46

★★★★☆ 3.8 (738) • $$$$

"Went here before going to a musical with son and sister. Amazing sushi. We were bout 15 min early but they were able to siit us in a quiet booth. I had sashimi and sister had sushi special. Both were cuts chosen by chef, the boy had yakatori and some steamed dumplings and he loved it. Mine was fantastic and sisters even better. I was given 4 different fish cut not too thin which i like. All very fresh and flavorful. Sisters nagiri was specially prepared and they took her soy sauce away saying it was already marinated. Hers had some toppings such as tofu foam or idk what but looked amazing and she loved it. We cant wait to go back."

Kimura

★★★★★ 4.5 (483) • $$$

"Super cozy and delicious food! We got a table in their backyard area, but it had heaters and was still pretty warm, though I sat by the door which kept opening, so it was cold. We went on a 28 degree day, and got the first hotpot option with their signature soup, and felt great in the cold weather. We also got the salmon and signature roll. Both were solid. We got athe asahi beer and Yuzu sake as well. The sake tasted like juice and was pretty sweet. Service was also pretty good, they served our first bowl of soup. The soup was a little salty though, so definitely get rice with it!I will say this meal ended up being $70/person, which is quiteeee pricey"

Kikoo Sushi

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (811) • $$$

"An AYCE and drink sushi place should theoretically be a decrepit pit or a food safety hazard waiting to happen, and this was neither. For $50 before tax and tip you can choose wine, beer, sake, or sangria and order from a very wide menu of appetizers, rolls, etc. Ordering is done through an iPad and service is quick. Most items came out within a few minutes at most. There are a couple of categories where each person can only order one item, but I didn't find this limiting at all. The sushi isn't great by any means, but it certainly stands up against the other basic placed in nyc, so you can really get your money's worth if you drink and take advantage of the special rolls.Would absolutely return! Very fun!"

Momoya

★★★★☆ 3.8 (601) • $$$

"Had dinner here for the first time upon the recommendation of a relative. We had a wonderful experience - from every single dish we ordered, to the tremendous, attentive service, to the delightful ambiance - this place is a must try if you love Japanese cuisine. Highlights: absolutely amazing brussel sprouts, a uniquely savory warm mushroom salad, super unique corn truffle gyoza, and salmon crunch roll. Save room for the Black Sesame Ice cream with a side of red bean paste. Fantastic! Reservations highly recommended as it was jam packed (also another sign of how good they are). We'll be back!"

Udon Lab

★★★★☆ 3.9 (559) • $$

"My friend and I stumbled across this restaurant on a Saturday night when we were wandering around trying to find a place for a late-ish dinner.Everything was delicious! We started with the Brussel Sprouts, which were incredibly flavourful. My friend had the Pork Katsu and said it was hearty and tender. I had the Hiyashi Udon set, which came with a handroll (spicy yellowtail) and a cabbage salad. I wasn't sure if I would enjoy a cold udon, but it worked thanks to the broth combined with scallions, tempura flakes and lemon to bring out all the flavours. The panna cotta made for a light, sweet finish."

Sushi on Jones

★★★★☆ 4 (511) • $$$$

"Delicious!!! Made reservations here on a Friday night with 2 other friends and got a seat inside at the bar. I ordered the 12 course omakase and a Bigmac. A 30 minute omakase experience?! I'm in. I really enjoyed all of the fish. It tasted super fresh and it's always cool watching the chefs work their magic at the sushi bar. I'm docking a star because this location feels a little claustrophobic inside and they don't serve cocktails. I'd not recommend eating here with a group larger than 4. That said, their outdoor booths are a nice alternative and their other locations serve drinks. If this were as expensive as some other omakase alternatives, I would probably only give Sushi on Jones 4 stars, but for affordable this place is I definitely think the quality is worth leaving 5. The Big Mac is an a la crate sushi with Wagyu, toro, and uni. Heaven in a bite! I'd recommend!"

Sushi Lin Brooklyn

★★★★★ 4.7 (367) • $$$

"Omakase at Sushi Lin was outstanding, as always! The special pieces we received in lieu of the hand roll and dessert were particularly exquisite: eel and avocado, as well as an absolutely amazing creation of salmon, salmon roe and fried quail egg."

Hamachi 34

★★★★☆ 3.9 (492) • $$

"Great lunch option by my office! Fresh ingredients and affordable. I get the 3 roll special."

Hama Japanese Cuisine

★★★★☆ 4 (466) • $$

"A first time dining experience at Hama met my expectations and then some. Conveniently located near Radio City Music Hall and 50th Street train station, we dropped by after seeing a Broadway matinee.The restaurant is one flight downstairs from street level. You can easily walk by on the block and miss it. Staff was very welcoming and decor was elegant and cozy.Started off with green tea served to us in the cutest tea pot set (with endless refills) as the server took our appetizer order. Shrimp and Vegetable Tempura was a must. We selected a hot sake (for me) and beer to accompany the appetizer.When the Tempura arrived, it was arranged attractively and was delicious. Two jumbo shrimp included along with vegetables made it the perfect starter and definitely shareable. For main, we chose two Maki rolls each and a third for sharing.I selected Spicy Tuna and a selection from the lunch menu--Salmon Yuzu (for $2 extra, can be served at dinner). The Snow Crab Avocado Roll was the signature roll for sharing.Opinion? Each roll was ocean fresh and excellent. The roll pieces remained intact and was flavorful. I especially enjoyed the Salmon which had a rice cracker crunch integrated in the roll.Happy Hour specials for food and drink takes place during the week which I'd like to check out in the future. I highly recommend Hama. 5/5 satisfaction rating for food, atmosphere and customer service. Go!"

Shinn East

★★★★★ 4.5 (363) • $$$$

"Shinn East is an absolute gem for sushi lovers! Their omakase is only $69, and it's honestly such a steal for the quality you get. The fish is incredibly fresh, high-quality, and prepared with such attention to detail--it's clear the chefs know their craft.Every bite was a delight, from the perfectly seasoned rice to the melt-in-your-mouth fish. For the price, it feels like a luxurious experience without breaking the bank.5/5, hands down--would highly recommend to anyone looking for a top-tier omakase experience at an unbeatable value! Nice ambiance and friendly service, too!"

Geido

★★★★☆ 4.3 (394) • $$

"Moved into the neighborhood few months ago and we're looking for a regular sushi spot. Geido's window display looked cool/ like it was a good restaurant so we went for the first time 2 weeks ago and I went again last week because I liked it so much. Its been opened since 1985 !!! The restaurant is a homey joint with graffiti on the walls, people go here for their weekday dinners and patrons have been coming for years ( our landlord for the last 15 years)! The sake prices are reasonable. The rolls are fire . I eat a lot of sushi and have been scarred by a lot of cheap sushi places.Geidos rolls are reasonably priced, service is quick and attentive and food is fresh and delicious. Our favorite rolls are the amazonas ( so many crunchies you will be super full) and the spicy scallop. Standard rolls that are pretty fire are - eel and avo, spicy tuna, and shrimp tempura. Try their California roll which has tobiko in it which was BOMB !!!!"

Marumi

★★★★☆ 3.9 (475) • $$

"Super fresh fish. I am impressed by this place. The prices are super reasonable as well. I got a $27 entree that came with 5 pieces of assorted sushi and 2 rolls. The salmon and avocado roll was a standout, although everything was delicious. The service was excellent -- very friendly and attentive waiters. And the ambiance was so cozy and intimate... just what we needed after a long day exploring the city!"

Ootoya Union Square

★★★★☆ 4 (451) • $$

"YummmmThis is my favorite spot to get Japanese food in NYC.This establishment has been here since Covid - there's a lot of seating especially during lunch time.I usually get the salmon meal with multi grain rice and onsen tamago with salmon roe.The food is delicious This place is a great for a solo meal or for sitting down with friends.Highly recommend if you're in the area!"

Sushi By Boū

★★★★☆ 4.4 (367) • $$$$

"For an excellent and reasonably priced omakase experience in New York, Sushi by Bou stands out! It was my first and definitely won't be my last. They provide a stylish, intimate setting, and highest quality sushi tasting that was delicious and new to me. The chef was hilarious with quick remarks and sense of humor. He provided a memorable show as he prepared each piece of sushi. Waitress was very helpful with selecting the right sake for the tasting (wish I remembered the name) making it a great dining experience. The omakase menu is robust and not overly complicated. Be sure to check the specials on the wall. Price brought me in as it's reasonable to get started before heading to the more expensive options around the city. I would definitely go again!"

SUGARFISH | Midtown West

★★★★☆ 4.3 (374) • $$$

"How much do I love you, Sugarfish? To NYC and back! I never miss a trip to Sugarfish when I visit NYC. It's not often, so I really savor it when I'm here. The sushi here is just superb. Literally the best I've ever had, every time I eat here. I have never had a bad meal here. The fish melts in your mouth. I don't know how they do it. The pieces are perfectly cut into a single bite size. I find a lot of other nigiri at other restaurants are way too big for one bite. Not here. Each piece of fish is lovingly cut and crafted to make an amazing bite. Just trust them and go with the "Trust Me" menu. Every course has a different flavor combination from the tuna sashimi with ponzu and chives to the Japanese yellowtail with lemon. The fish is so fresh and never fishy or tough. Delicious! The rice is especially good as well. The rice is warm on the bottom and the fish is cold on top. Amazing combination. I wish I could teleport to NYC tonight for dinner!!!"

Lucky Cat

★★★★☆ 3.8 (477) • $$

"This place was so delicious! The cocktails are fun & creative. The scene here is nice and calm with good music playing in the background. I tried the aged tofu, and the Lucky cat ramen. I was happy with my choices. I definitely would come back here again!"

Okinii

★★★★☆ 4.2 (383) • $$

"Walked in here by myself after a happy hour event! I needed food and quickly! I was seated immediately by the hostess, who was so friendly and sweet. Right away a server came by to take my order, after a quick glance at the menu I knew what I needed, wings and my fav Salmon rolls. Within 10 minutes I had my drink and wings to start. The wings were crispy and seasoned perfectly. I tried to eat them as modestly as possible but I couldnt help myself; they were really good. The salmon roll was fresh and filling!Since I was by myself the staff would stop by and chat with me for a little bit which was super sweet. All in all I was there for 30minutes total. As a native new yorker, i love when i can get in and out of a place within 30 minutes and feel like i had a 1-2hr experience. I will definitely go back!"

Yama

★★★★☆ 3.7 (470) • $$

"This place is very nondescript and you can easily walk by without noticing it's a short flight down the stairs. The decor is very simple, there is seating at sushi counter and a couple of tables. We came in around 9pm, when things were winding down so it was not very busy. We went with the omakasi special. The food came out pretty quickly, we started out with some soba noodles in a delicious peanut sauce. The sashimi was very fresh and the fish sizes were quite generous. My favorites were the sea urchin, fatty tuna and shrimp, but really all of the seafood was good. My friend who is Japanese pointed out that the staff here is not Japanese. Although the seafood was great, it was not as aesthetically pleasing due to the long uneven style cut of the fish. The rice was also not as great as you would find in a traditional Japanese sushi restaurant. The service was good and the price was great for the quality and quantity of what we ate."

Sushi 35 West

★★★★★ 4.5 (313)

"Food: 5Value: 4Service: 5Overall: 4.75+Sushi 35 is a almost hole in the wall-ish sushi counter that has some of the best takeout sushi in the city. I got the Sushi & Sashimi Regular for $40 - not cheap by any means, but the fish tastes super fresh and better than any other sushi I've had in NYC for the same price (considering any omakase is 2-3x the price)"

Oramen

★★★★☆ 4.1 (372) • $$

"Second time and always a solid meal. I highly advise coming here for something like a weekend lunch. They've got great specials running and the service is quickI ordered the Katsudon and it's absolutely going to become my go-to. The chicken was great, I might see if they could put just a little more sauce on it (if that's ok) because the rice wound up being a tad bit less flavorful than I wanted. I know I could also just add a dab of soy sauce but the curry on the chicken was so good...I also tried their matcha lemonade. Not something I'd get every time, but it hit the spot. The lunch deal on sake wasn't too bad either."

An'nam

★★★★☆ 3.9 (399) • $$

"This is a great Asian-Vietnamese fusion restaurant with awesome staff. Highly recommended for sushi, entries, and drinks. Very comfortable seating & great service.Came in for a weekend show (Hades Town is across the street) and the reviews were great. The An'nam restaurant is equal in quality. Started with the Red Dragon sushi roll, and was it GOOD! We had appletinis from the full bar, and they were great too! I had the beef chow fun, which was perfection. Wife had cashew chicken, which I tried, and was very good. Teen got a bento box, and it was amazing! Shrimp Teriyaki, chicken karage, fried Shrimp shumai and a california roll with white rice. I could have eaten two full orders of shrimp fried dumpling/shumai alone! It was just that awesome!!!We also wanted a side of pan fried sugar snap peas, and a whole order came- but they were fabulous!!! We kept them, snd it was worth it. Servers were all nice & helpful, and we felt appreciated. The decor was nice, and it was fairly quiet. So low noise.Definitely want to go back again! This is a keeper, and in my top twenty restaurants of all time. YOU SHOULD GO!"

Maguro

★★★★☆ 3.7 (434) • $$

"This review is for delivery during the work week for lunch. I ordered the Pork Katsu Bento Box for $11.50 and was not disappointed. They give a hearty amount of meat (two "layers" of it if you are looking at the picture). The katsu was light, tasty, and not insane on the breading. Great lunch with the rice, California roll, egg roll, and conveniently cut orange. Fresh ingredients in the California roll."

SenYa

★★★★☆ 4.2 (333) • $$$

"SenYa is honestly my best kept secret when it comes to Japanese food and sushi in NY. I love how understated it is when it comes to the look of the place, however the service is kind and giving and the food makes you question where you are.I usually get sushi however I've tried their miso black cod which is grilled perfectly. I got the chefs choice sashimi recently and my- the quality supercedes some of these fancy omakase places, and when you pair it with the price you, like me, will end up keeping it secret for a very long time. This is the kind of place you become a regular at, and can always count on consistent food quality and service."

Oceans New York

★★★★★ 4.5 (275) • $$$

"Incredible fresh and delicious fish dishes. The service was amazing and the restaurant is beautiful. The happy hour oysters and drinks were a really good value for NYC. Amazing bourbon selections. All around a memorable evening."

Bondi Sushi

★★★★☆ 3.9 (361) • $$

"I came by for the lunch menu on a weekday, it's been on my list for a while and I'm glad I did! The lunch menu is very generous and included an appetizer, 6 pieces of nigiri, and 2 hand rolls. It's the perfect amount of food and the lunch price is unbeatable! We also ordered crispy rice with lobster yuzu and spicy tuna. My favorite was the lobster yuzu. For nigiri I o toro, Chu toro, and the wagyu. My favorite was the wagyu the sauce was great. The scallop sashimi was also a highlight and super flavorful. The service was great and the chef was able to accommodate many people all at once by himself which is quite impressive. The servers were very helpful. The restaurant is set up as bar seating only and the space was well lit and beautiful inside."

Hane Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.6 (402) • $$

"Hane Sushi keeping it Ok!.This local Sushi spot to the stuytown/pcv area is perfectly mediocre food wise. If you are looking for a beautiful ambience, large indoor seating for a large group, lots of outdoor seating for a large group, have a dog for outdoor seating, this is your spot as there aren't many restaurants in the area that offer this amount of space especially for Asian food. The service here is fast, some servers do have a bit of a bad attitude, food is fine if you eat at the restaurant.For the price the food quality is pretty low and not very fresh the Sushi can sometimes taste spoiled, especially when ordered for takeout. When ordering takeout the food has been consistently bad and they always forget items. I would only suggest eating at the restaurant.In short:- Do not order take out- food quality is low and not very fresh- Nice ambience inside- Large indoor space great for large groups but would only go here if you want Asian, otherwise I'd go across the street to rosemary's if you have a large group- Lots of outdoor seating - Good outdoor seating if you have a dog- Would not be my first choice"

Edo Sushi Japanese Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.8 (359) • $$

"With one bite I could tell that this sushi was really good quality. I throughly enjoyed eating it, especially with their soy sauce. It was particularly tasty! Also, the hostess was super sweet. As I was waiting for my Uber Eats order, she invited me to sit at a dine-in table. I know some establishments are really picky and wouldn't have allowed that."