50 Best Sushi Bars near College Point

“Got the house steak, California roll and shrimp noodles. All three dishes were delicious!!! Honestly everytime i come here the food seems to get better, ive tried multiple dishes and havent been disappointed. Waitress is attentive and kind as well and big portions are given. Truly a college point hidden gem. Im suprised its not more popular!“

“Great service, write a review and they answer right away and take care away. Love it. ❤“

“Walked into this place on a whim because the ratings were so good. I was not disappointed. Every piece of fish was super fresh and delicious. You could tell the chef was excited about his craft and very knowledgeable. The entire staff was very friendly and helpful as well. The chared otoro was a highlight as well as the engawa.

I was a little worried that it would be overpriced but I'd gladly pay again.“

“Delicious fresh food and amazing drinks! Celebrated my friend’s bday there and we had a 12 course menu! Great atmosphere and the DJ was a great touch! Had a great time at Kaizen.“

“Fantastic speakeasy sushi joint. Very small, no more than an handful of people may join the omasake style bar where 3 talented (and cool) chefs serve you the best crafted sushi you can get. Definitely going back soon.“

“Second to none! The ingredients are fresh and chef skills are world class.“

“I’ve lived on the Upper West Side for four years now, and Sushi W hasn’t raised their lunch set prices once in all that time—a truly remarkable business practice.

Lately, they’ve also introduced a sake tasting and regional showcase series, offering complimentary sake and seasonal fish from specific regions.

Every visit to Sushi W is a delight; the experience never ceases to amaze me. A huge thank you to Yon-San for continuously delivering such an wonderful experience for us!“

“Great food very good service“

“You don’t expect to find this level of sushi walking down Second Avenue, but Crave Sushi Bar absolutely delivers.

Located at 947 Second Ave in Midtown East, Manhattan, Crave is a Japanese sushi restaurant that blends traditional nigiri with creative, modern bites. It looks understated from the outside, but once the food hits the table, you understand exactly what they’re doing.

The sashimi was incredibly clean and fresh. The thinly sliced white fish in citrus with jalapeño had the perfect balance of delicate texture and subtle heat. Light, bright, and refreshing.

The seared salmon nigiri was a standout. Lightly torched with a touch of sauce on top, rich without being heavy. The seared white fish with sesame and chili had depth and just enough char to bring everything together.

The uni had beautiful texture so I grabbed a photo, but I don’t eat shellfish, so my friend happily handled that one.

One of the more creative bites was the salmon and avocado cube over rice, layered neatly and finished with thin strips of nori. Clean presentation and great balance.

The spicy tuna roll had real texture and flavor, not overly mayo-heavy like so many places.

Even dessert delivered. The warm chocolate chip cookie with melting vanilla ice cream was exactly what you want to end a sushi dinner in Manhattan.

The space feels intimate and relaxed. Perfect for a casual weeknight in Midtown East or a low-key date night.

As someone who spends a lot of time in Midtown Manhattan for real estate, I’m always paying attention to the places that elevate a block. Restaurants like Crave Sushi Bar make Second Avenue more interesting.

If you’re looking for quality Japanese sushi in Midtown East Manhattan that blends traditional nigiri with modern touches, Crave Sushi Bar is absolutely worth a visit.“

“Second to none! The ingredients are fresh and chef skills are world class.“

“My family celebrated my mother’s 60th birthday here and it was an absolute wonderful experience! Can’t say enough great things about the entire staff and the omakase was so fresh and delicious, and they were easily able to accommodate for a gluten allergy in my party“

“A truly unique and meditative omakase experience

Shota Omakase delivers an experience unlike anything else. The atmosphere is calm, intimate, and almost monastic — a quiet space where attention is fully focused on the food and the moment.

Service is entirely dedicated to creating a flawless experience, with an impressive level of care, precision, and respect for timing and flow.

We chose the omakase with premium sake pairing, and it was exceptional. The selection of sakes was outstanding — complex, elegant, and perfectly matched to each course. The highlights included the premium sakes shown in the pairing, all impeccably chosen.

Every dish was surprising and beautifully executed. Special mention goes to the uni, which was remarkably sweet, clean, and creamy, with absolutely no bitterness or unpleasant aftertaste — a clear sign of top-quality sourcing and handling.

This is not just a meal, but a complete sensory experience. Refined, thoughtful, and deeply memorable. An outstanding destination for those seeking omakase at the highest level in New York City.“

“Best sushi I ever eat in NYC“

“So happy to have Mikado in the neighborhood!
Came for lunch over the weekend and had such a great experience. The hand roll set and the Super Bowl are a must. The portions were generous and the fish was incredibly fresh. Everything tasted amazing.
The decor is beautiful, the space feels clean and inviting, and the service was immaculate from start to finish.
Will definitely be ordering again and dining in soon. Highly recommend!“

“Its our first time to order from this restaurant and we will definitely order again, the sushi order was sooooo goood Oh my god!, Loved crispy rice ball appetizers, the top notch signature 😋 its a favorite and dragon roll perfect, everything was fresh and tasty, highly recommended ( delivery order)“

“Super high quality and so grateful it's in the LIC neighborhood! DEFINITELY recommended. The experience is intimate, with seating for about 10-12 in front of the chefs, but with tables in the back as well for a la carte dining. We were seated next to friendly folks so instantly had a fun connection during dinner and the staff was extremely attentive and professional throughout. The seafood was unbelievably fresh and delicious. My personal favorites were the O'Toro and the King Salmon but the Nigiri was up there as were all the tuna options. In short - all SO GOOD. Topped off with dessert, our 15 and 18 course omakase experience at Kaiyo was well worth it and had us content and happy.“

“This place is a gem! Service is fantastic, the atmosphere was very comfortable and intimate yet fun. There’s only a small group at omakase with you :) And the food… it feels like the chefs are creating art in front of you. A beautiful experience!“

“Tuna cutting ceremony was a thrill in all respects… great staff here !“

“The best sushi I ever had.Friendly chef and attentive staff.“

“Best Omakase I’ve ever had 😊“

“Very very very veryyyyy nice spot. I absolutely love this. It’s quiet but the right level of quiet. The food is absolutely delicious and authentic and the service is extremely quick and all the staff are so kind. The atmosphere is calm and music is very nice. I love this spot DEFINITELY coming back and it deserves more than a 5“

“I highly recommend! The design and food is awesome.“

“Had a fantastic time for our first experience here. Every piece was fresh, my ginger plate never empty (and I never had to ask), and the price is unmatched for the quality.

My favorite pieces were the botan ebi (shrimp), hotate (scallop), and the chu toro. I’m honestly surprised that shrimp made my list, as it isn’t typically a nigiri I enjoy. But this was so fresh, so delicate, and raw — as it should be! I also ordered the special hotaru ika (firefly squid) and kinmadei (red snapper). The ika was particularly unique, but the snapper was my preference of the two special items I ordered at the end.

Husband loved the chu toro. Shoutout to the toro handroll as well.

The sake we ordered — Kikusui Junmai — was light, crisp, dry, and slightly nutty, just like I like it. It paired excellently with the menu.

A group of girls next to us were celebrating a birthday and the sushi creation they made for the birthday girl was stunning. I saw it had toro and caviar and a few other things I couldn’t tell from my vantage point. They finished it off with a quick spray of gold glitter. A beautiful touch.

We are eager to go back and to bring our friends! What a gem to have in the neighborhood. Go go go!

Not pictured: eel, ikura (YUM), chutoro handroll (sorry!)“

“Great spot ...............“

“Server Xin from Sushi Gama has set a high standard for restaurants in the East Side area! Our server, Xin, was the best part of our experience. Xin displayed wonderful customer service and is by far the best server we've ever encountered. A big shout-out to Xin! He was a wonderful waiter because he provided amazing service and was very attentive. He kept changing out any dirty plates without us even having to ask. We would definitely come back for him!“

“I’ve been to many omakase spots in the city, and this one is by far the best. From the overall experience to the food and service, everything is top notch. Each piece is unique, and the quality is incredible. You won’t find better value for this price, or any price, in the city. Chef Aaron and his team truly exceed expectations. I love uni, and they always get so creative with my add-ons! It’s one of the reasons this place stands out. They go beyond the standard experience and make every visit feel special. The hype is real!“

“Great Omakase It will make you fell, that you are in Tokyo“

“Had a great time and great food I went here when it first opened after getting 3 stars in the times years ago , now my friend told me chicka from chickalicious is working there on fri and Saturday after retirement from her dessert bar so I went and enjoyed“

“one of my favorite Korean restaurants in NJ 🤍 @anytime
They serve a wide variety of Korean–Japanese fusion dishes, using fresh ingredients with bold flavors and beautiful presentation.

Highly recommend the Beef Short Ribs — insanely tender and juicy, plus the staff cooks it for you 👌
Another must-order is the Clam & Flour Dough Flake Soup — loaded with clams and packed with deep umami flavor. Absolutely perfect for cozy weather.“

“We’ve been back to Kimyo, formerly Koi, multiple times because their Omakase is great value for the price. Their 14 course Omakase is only $49.00 without drinks and includes delicious pieces with wagyu, caviar, truffle, and foie gras. Definitely make a reservation if you’re dining on the weekend.“

“Fantastic speakeasy sushi joint. Very small, no more than an handful of people may join the omasake style bar where 3 talented (and cool) chefs serve you the best crafted sushi you can get. Definitely going back soon.“

“First I saw the little beings in the edge of the window. Then, above them, bulbs that looked like rocks, floating mid air, dimmed, perfect✨
I wasn’t sure it was still open but my Joshua went on to see if we could have a little dessert at this Japanese haven-the answer was yes 🙌🏻
From the whimsically intentional decor, to the atmosphere that filled the room, the warmth and wonder was everywhere. And we were the only two people in there. Just a few sashimis and then one Kumamoto oyster for me. What a delight! Their fish was exquisite-just as the exuberant expression of when you’re feeling elated “fresh as a fish” goes. The oyster balanced originality with tradition in a complex, yet accessible unraveling to the palette, where your mind can find each of the ingredients meet each other and dance. The creaminess of Kumamoto really allows interesting alloys because of its texture. As I am writing all this, I do remember one more texture. The texture of the rim of the tea cups they served us a delicious Oolang in. Not only it looks like its own little ceramic pastry, but when you would bring it to your lips-Oh! What a triumph of design. Not only it tasted serenely warm, but it felt so luxurious on the lips-even a bit osé if I may 😋
The owner stayed with us after closing, telling us about how him and his wife open this gem in Greenpoint some time ago & how much love and precision they put into it. You can see their eye in every little corner of the place. From wonder to smiles, my eyes wandered softly the whole time we were there. How LUCKY 🍀 we were to have been in a place of excellence. Where taste met design, where they swayed along with sweetness & wits, creating a unique corner for you to feel what is the symbiosis of yin and yang ✨🙌🏻🍃✨🍂🪁🙏🏻
For all lovers of deep & quiet “wow”s…
Thank you 🤩🤗🥳
🌬️🍣🫧💦✨“

“I absolutely loved the food the service the fantastic attention to detail and how the entire experience from walking and being greeted by the warm welcome from Jie, Rachel, and the lovely host and everything was amazing!!! Also Xin is great!“

“깔끔하고 깊은 맛이 좋았습니다.“

“This place has it all - great food and great service. Staff is super friendly. Restaurant is very clean and spotless. Great vibe. We were a party of 7 including kids 3 and 6 and had a great time. Many items for kids. The order was taken quickly and served quickly. Every item was very tasty, fresh and well prepared. We ate here twice in two days.“

“EVERYTHING IS GOOD! Staff is so nice :)“

“We had a great time at Omakase Shihou. I felt like I was in a Japanese speak easy. It has a secret back room vibe that felt exclusive. The food was impeccable. Well curated and delicious. The chefs know their stuff. The waitress was super nice and helpful as well“

“Once again the Modern Omakase 8 is amazing - the best sushi on the upper east side. The apps were great - seaweed salad and rock shrimp tempura (better thank Nobu). The service is awesome - everyone is happy, smart, friendly and knows the menu and the cocktails.“

“This is some of the best sushi I have ever had. Super fresh ingredients and the sushi so good I didn’t require dipping sauce. I highly recommend.“

“Wonderful hand rolls. My wife and I stopped by for an impromptu date night and had a lovely time. All of our bites were delicious and the service was warm and friendly. We had just returned from Japan and we were not disappointed. We loved the crispy rice and all of the hand rolls we ordered.“

“Really enjoyed the sushi here! I ordered the Ask Sushi and the Fuji roll, and both were fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. All tasted high quality, and the balance of flavors was perfect. Service was friendly and the atmosphere was cozy. Definitely a spot I’d come back to!“

“Koete Omakase provides a traditional sushi omakase experience. There are many omakase spots in NYC, and I chose this spot because I heard they source their fish from the Toyosu market in Tokyo. Currently they charge $140/person for 15 course. From my research for nyc omakase, this is middle range pricing. I also specifically chose Koete Omakase due to their middle range pricing, hoping to have a better experience than the lower pricing spots.

How was it? It was good! Definitely some high quality nigiri and sushi. The experience lasted 1 hour and 30 mins. I dont know what it was, again the experience was good, but it wasnt amazing. Im not sure how much better this spot is compared to the cheaper spots (priced at around $80/person). But I definitely left feeling like my pocket made some sacrifice for this. To be more straightforward, I just feel like it was a bit overpriced.

Koete Omakase again serves some good high quality sushi. But for $140/person, when there are other omakase spots that charge for way cheaper (and probably similar or the same quality), I have mixed feelings. If youre in Times Square, want an omakase, and dont mind the price, definitely come here!“

“This marks my second visit here this year. As a sushi lover, I feel incredibly lucky to have discovered an omakase restaurant that offers such outstanding value. I truly believe this is the best omakase spot I've visited in recent years. Finding delicious food at such a reasonable price is a source of pure joy and happiness. Thanks to you, I was able to wrap up my day on a delightful note.“

“I had a couple appointments on the UES and was craving something quick to grab on the go. I randomly stumbled into Take Sushi on whim decision. There’s very limited seating but it’s perfect for takeout. There’s a chef making everything fresh to order which you can really taste.

I got the salmon onigiri and it was a 10/10. The portions were actually pretty big and super filling for something so simple. If I’m ever back in the neighborhood, I’d definitely swing by again. It feels like one of those low-key staple spots.“

“My wife and I went to Sushi Jin last night for the first time. It was wonderful on all fronts - the space, the vibe, the freshness, the omakase selections, the assembly, the presentation, and of course, the taste (oishii!). Really good sake, too. Chef Tachikawa took great care of us- he was friendly, gracious, and way capable. Our server (everything else but the sushi), Jean, was also fantastic. We walked out of there satisfied & very happy and thought it was the perfect dinner to celebrate our anniversary. We look forward to our next visit.“

“We recently celebrated one of dearest friends birthday here and it was amazing. The ambiance is very nice, calm, private which allow us to catch up with our friends. The food is very authentic, and the drinks are very well crafted. Food and drinks tastes as good as it looks!. The staff's service were beyond expectations... Yangi, she was so attentive! I dropped my chopsticks, didn't expect anyone to notice but, she rush to give me a new set within a second. If you're looking for a good atmosphere, authentic vietnamese fresh food, and great service, definitely check this place out. You won't be disappointed.“

“What an amazing experience at this tiny omakase restaurant! We were a group of 4 and we all loved the food and the service. Chef Morgan was terrific in the preparation and explanation of each course. The quality of the fish was excellent and the price was very reasonable. Highly recommend it.“

“We were first time been osaka sushi last night , it was very cold outside , but restaurant was very warm , the waitress was very nice and friendly , we didn’t know how it was work about ayce, waitress was very patient to tell me how it is works, we had 3 round sushi and kitchen, everything was great and delicious , we recommend more and more people come to try this sushi spot. Sushi quality was excellent, service was great, price was reasonable, we love this place, we will back.“

“I really enjoyed my experience at Sugarfish. The menu is simple and straightforward, which makes ordering stress-free and perfect without overthinking it. The quality of the food is consistently great, fresh, clean flavors. The service was also good, attentive. The vibe is casual, but still feels special. Definitely one of my go-to places for sushi.“

“Had a really nice experience at Ikyu Sushi II. The first time we tried it was takeout, and honestly, we weren’t impressed—it just didn’t travel well and felt a bit underwhelming. But we decided to give it another shot as every time we walked past this restaurant, it was always busy and the inside looks beautiful. We decided to dine in, and we’re really glad we did. The difference was noticeable. Everything tasted fresher, more vibrant, and thoughtfully prepared. The fish quality really stood out, and the presentation was much better than what we experienced with takeout. Service was attentive without being overbearing, and the overall atmosphere made it a much more enjoyable meal. We sat at a booth which gave us some nice privacy to catch up and chat. Definitely one of those spots where dining in makes all the difference—we’ll absolutely be back, as we really enjoyed our experience there.“