Best Sushi in New York (2026)
100 places ranked using live data from Google, Yelp, Uber Eats & many other platforms
Top Rated Sushi in New York
Showing 10 of 100 restaurants · Ranked by FoodIndex score
JJ's Fusion
Asian FusionTrendy Asian-fusion spot with sushi, curries, and cocktails.
37-05 31st Ave · Astoria
DOKDOYA Restaurant
Sushi BarHell’s Kitchen sushi bar offering classic and specialty rolls.
161-29 Crocheron Ave · Flushing
Ooki Sushi
OmakaseIntimate, affordable omakase counter with chef’s-choice menus.
1575 3rd Ave · Upper East Side
Northern Sushi
NeighborhoodQueens neighborhood spot for familiar rolls and lunch combos.
153-14 Northern Blvd #4 · Flushing
Hiromi sushi
Sushi BistroRoosevelt Island bistro serving sushi, hibachi, and Japanese entrées.
1472 York Ave · Upper East Side
Amber 80st
IzakayaJapanese izakaya-style restaurant with sushi, hot pots, and comfort dishes.
1406 3rd Ave · Upper East Side
CIELO Sushi Lounge
Sushi RamenAstoria eatery pairing ramen bowls with sushi and small plates.
88-19 31st Ave · East Elmhurst
Manna Sushi Sen
Sushi BarCozy UES sushi bar with classic rolls, sashimi, and sake.
248-25 Northern Blvd · Douglaston
About New York Sushi
New York's sushi scene runs from $18 omakase counters that seat eight people and book out months in advance to all-you-can-eat spots in Flushing that earn their scores through sheer volume of satisfied customers. Omakase NYC searches are among the highest-intent food queries in the city, and the options here cover the full range: best omakase in New York for a special occasion, sushi spots in the Upper East Side for a neighborhood dinner, hand roll bars in SoHo and the West Village for something faster. The city does all of it at a genuinely high level.
The FoodIndex top 25 for New York sushi spreads across the boroughs in a way that reflects how the city actually eats. Sarku Japan in Pelham Bay holds #1, a consistent performer that earns its placement on real review volume. Geisha in Washington Heights and Geisha Asian Fusion in Inwood both rank in the top 20. The Upper East Side is well-represented with Oyishi Sushi (#3), Sushi Goda (#7), Ikyu (#15), and Sushi Para (#17). For sushi in the Upper West Side, sushi spots in SoHo, and sushi in Williamsburg Brooklyn, this page surfaces what's actually ranking rather than the names that have been in the conversation for years without recent review data to back them up.
Sushi By Bou in Midtown is the accessible omakase entry on this list, a fast-format omakase that changed what the term means in New York. Imasa Nori Sushi Izakaya in Midtown and UME on 1st Ave in Midtown East both pull strong scores. For best sushi in Midtown NYC specifically, this page gives you the data without the editorial bias toward the same five names that appear on every list. The FoodIndex score updates as reviews come in, so the order reflects what's performing now.
How FoodIndex Scores Restaurants
Every venue earns a single 0–100 FoodIndex score by combining signals from major platforms—stars, review volume, recency, and consistency—so you can compare places fairly at a glance.
Google Reviews
Aggregate star ratings and review volume from Google Maps.
Yelp Ratings
Weighted scores from Yelp’s review community and elite reviewers.
Uber Eats Data
Delivery ratings, order frequency, and customer satisfaction.
Frequently Asked Questions
Sarku Japan, Geisha, and Oyishi Sushi are considered some of the best sushi restaurants in New York based on FoodIndex data. Rankings use signals like rating quality, review volume, recency, and consistency across public platforms, so the top spots reflect places with strong customer feedback.
FoodIndex gives each place a 0–100 score based on public ratings, review counts, recent activity, and consistency across platforms. Places with strong reviews, steady customer feedback, and enough review volume usually rank higher.
No. FoodIndex rankings are not paid placements. The order is based on data signals, not ads, sponsorships, or restaurant promotions.
Use the restaurant list, neighborhood filters, and address details on this page to find sushi near you in New York. You can also open each restaurant profile to compare ratings, review counts, menu links, and ordering options.
Yes. Ratings, reviews, menus, and restaurant details can change, so FoodIndex rankings may shift as new data comes in. Check back before you choose a place, especially if you are planning a visit, pickup, or delivery.
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