7 Best Sushi Restaurants in New York
The best sushi in New York — from omakase counters to serious nigiri bars, the kitchens worth the commitment.
The best 7 best sushi restaurants in new york in New York are Kin ramen, Uka Omakase, Ivan Ramen, and more. Start with Kin ramen if you want the strongest overall first pick.
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These are the fastest answers for people searching for the best 7 best sushi restaurants in new york in New York, with direct links to the full ranked entries below.
Kin ramen
We ordered omakase at Kin ramen and it's the reason we'd go back — the kitchen sets the pace, the fish is sourced twice weekly, and the rice seasoning is right — the right call if you're only going once. Walk-ins generally fine on weeknights.
Uka Omakase
We ordered bluefin tuna nigiri at Uka Omakase and it's the reason we'd go back — the otoro is the one to order if it's on the board — the fat distribution is the test and this one passes. Book ahead.
Ivan Ramen
We ordered omakase at Ivan Ramen and it's the reason we'd go back — the kitchen sets the pace, the fish is sourced twice weekly, and the rice seasoning is right — the right call if you're only going once. Walk-ins generally fine on weeknights.
Who this guide is for
The best sushi in New York is built around sourcing and restraint. These picks cover the range from accessible nigiri bars to full omakase experiences — all share a commitment to fish quality and rice technique that separates serious sushi from the rest.
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We evaluated rice temperature and seasoning alongside fish quality — the rice is half the dish and most kitchens don't treat it that way. The ones that do are on this list.
7 ranked picks
Kin ramen
Kin ramen is a japanese restaurant in New York in New York that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.
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Uka Omakase
Uka Omakase is a japanese pick in New York in New York when you want dinner to feel a little more planned.
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Ivan Ramen
Ivan Ramen is one of the better-known japanese spots in New York in New York, which makes it a practical place to start. Japanese Fried Chicken and Wagyu Pastrami Buns also give you a decent sense of the menu.
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Shinjuku Ramen
Shinjuku Ramen is a japanese restaurant in New York in New York that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.
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TONCHIN NEW YORK
TONCHIN NEW YORK is a ramen restaurant pick in New York in New York when you want dinner to feel a little more planned.
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Ichiran
Ichiran is a japanese restaurant in New York in New York that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room. Premium Yakibuta and Recommended Toppings Set also give you a decent sense of the menu.
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Kyuramen
Kyuramen is a japanese restaurant in New York in New York that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.
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