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Mogmog

5-35 51st Ave, Long Island City, NY 11101
Seafood Markets, Japanese, Grocery, Seafood, Japanese

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Mogmog 7.8
Hunters Point
A Japanese seafood market that doubles as a prepared-food destination when you want sashimi-grade fish and grab-and-go staples without a full-service dining commitment. It’s most useful as a repeatable routine stop: shop a few premium cuts, then build a simple meal around rice and seasonal add-ons.
Must-Try Dishes: Chirashi bowl, Sashimi assortment, Prepared bento
Scores:
Value: 7.8 Service: 7.4 Consistency: 7.9 Food Quality: 8.3 Atmosphere: 6.6 Cultural Relevance: 7.6
What makes it special: Seafood-market quality with prepared Japanese meals for real-life convenience.
Who should go: Home cooks and quick meal seekers
When to visit: Late morning or early afternoon
What to order: Chirashi, sashimi pack, bento
Insider tip: Buy one premium fish item, then pad the meal with a prepared side.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Limited street parking in Hunters Point; easier mid-day, tighter in the evenings. Most locals walk or bike.
Dress code: Very casual—streetwear, athleisure, or work-from-home fits are all normal.
Noise level: Low—quiet market environment, easy to have a conversation.
Weekend wait: Not applicable in the traditional sense—expect brief lines at peak times, usually 5–10 minutes.
Weekday lunch: Typically no wait or very short line.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Limited—some prepared sides, rice dishes, and snacks, but seafood is the focus.
Vegan options: Very limited—expect a few vegetable-based sides rather than full meals.
Gluten-free options: Good for sashimi and plain fish selections; prepared items may contain soy sauce unless specified.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Not ideal for a traditional sit-down date, but great for a casual daytime stop or shared takeaway if you both like seafood.
Can I get a table without a reservation? There’s no reservation system—this is primarily a market and grab-and-go setup with limited seating, if any.
Is it kid-friendly? Fine for older kids who enjoy fish and simple rice dishes, but not designed for young children or long stays.
Best For
Better for: High-quality sashimi-grade fish, quick meals, and building a premium-but-simple Japanese meal at home.
Skip if: You want a full-service restaurant experience, omakase pacing, or a long, social sit-down meal.
Mogmog 8.1
Hunters Point
A Japanese seafood market that doubles as a grab-and-go lunch engine for sushi, sashimi, and prepared staples. Go early, keep your order focused, and treat it like a build-your-own seafood picnic rather than a full sit-down meal.
Must-Try Dishes: Chirashi bowl, Sashimi assortment, Onigiri
Scores:
Value: 8.3 Service: 7.8 Consistency: 7.9 Food Quality: 8.4 Atmosphere: 6.9 Cultural Relevance: 7.6
What makes it special: A premium fish market with legit sushi and prepared Japanese seafood.
Who should go: Lunch regulars and sushi shoppers building a takeout spread
When to visit: Late morning before the best items sell out
What to order: Chirashi, sashimi pack, onigiri
Insider tip: Buy one sushi item plus one market snack—don’t over-stack duplicates.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Metered street parking in Hunters Point; generally manageable late morning, tighter during weekday lunch rush
Dress code: Casual and functional—jeans, sneakers, workwear all fit
Noise level: Low to moderate—short transactions, easy conversation but not a sit-down setting
Weekend wait: Not applicable—primarily a daytime market with limited late hours
Weekday lunch: 5–15 minutes depending on line and item availability
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Limited—some vegetable sides, onigiri, and prepared items
Vegan options: Very limited—select vegetable sides only
Gluten-free options: Yes—sashimi, plain seafood, and some prepared items (verify sauces)
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Not ideal for a traditional date—it’s more of a quick stop or shared lunch pickup than a linger-and-talk spot.
Can I get a table without a reservation? There’s no real table service—plan for takeout or minimal counter seating if available.
Is it kid-friendly? Best for older kids who like sushi or simple rice-and-fish items; no kids menu or seating amenities.
Best For
Better for: High-quality grab-and-go seafood, clean flavors, and market-style flexibility without restaurant markup
Skip if: You want a full sit-down sushi experience, omakase pacing, or a social dinner atmosphere