Best Date Night Sushi Restaurants in Park Slope (11215)
5 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Sushi Katsuei
Intimate Park Slope omakase where serious Edomae-style nigiri leads the experience.
Notable Picks
8.8
Since 2014, Sushi Katsuei has been Park Slope’s destination omakase counter, known for pristine fish, seasoned rice, and a focused, chef-led experience. The compact room, counter seating, and sake list make it a go-to for serious sushi dates willing to splurge.
Must-Try Dishes:
Sushi Omakase, Sashimi & Sushi Omakase, Chef’s Toro Nigiri
What makes it special: Intimate Park Slope omakase where serious Edomae-style nigiri leads the experience.
#2
Oita Sushi
8.2
Oita brings a modern, minimalist sushi bar to Union Street, with creative signature rolls and a concise menu that’s strong on salmon and yellowtail. It feels relaxed but polished enough for a casual date, especially if you share a signature roll set and a few small plates.
Must-Try Dishes:
Signature Roll Set, Happy Salmon Roll, Yellowtail Basil Pesto Roll
What makes it special: A compact, design-forward sushi spot with inventive signature rolls and steady execution.
#3
Sushi Yashin
8.1
Opened in 2016, Sushi Yashin is a low-key Fifth Avenue sushi bar that splits the difference between neighborhood spot and special-occasion omakase. Floor-to-ceiling windows, floral wallpaper, and a focused omakase program make it a strong date-night alternative to the higher-priced counters nearby.
Must-Try Dishes:
Spicy Girl Roll, Taxi Driver Roll, Dancing Eel Roll
What makes it special: A contemporary 5th Avenue sushi room known for playful special rolls and a relaxed sake-fueled vibe.
Worthy Picks
#4
Yamato
7.9
Yamato is a longtime Seventh Avenue Japanese restaurant with a broad menu that mixes sushi, dim sum, and noodles in a casually elegant room. Locals use it for comfortable dates where roll platters, hot dishes, and an easy wine and sake list matter as much as pristine nigiri.
Must-Try Dishes:
Yamato Roll, Brooklyn Roll, Chef’s Special Rolls Assortment
What makes it special: A roomy, classic Park Slope Japanese spot where sushi shares the table with dim sum and noodles.
Konoha is a newer Union Street yakitori and ramen house that also serves a compact sushi menu, giving date nights a cozier, more casual option steps from the Food Coop. Skewers, hearty bowls, and a few playful sushi items make it ideal for couples who want Japanese comfort food with a side of rolls.
Must-Try Dishes:
Konoha Original Ramen, Tuna Pizza, Spicy Salmon Roll
What makes it special: A cozy yakitori-and-ramen shop that adds fun sushi and tuna “pizza” to the mix.