Best Sushi Restaurants in Midtown East (10022)
7 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Raku It's Japanese
Massive volume with a 4.8-star delivery score shows remarkably consistent sushi, udon, and bento at friendly neighborhood prices.
Notable Picks
8.6
Vibes:
Business Lunch Power Players
Family Friendly Favorites
Quick Bites Champions
Group Dining Gatherings
Raku It's Japanese is a high-volume Midtown East standby where office workers and neighborhood regulars come for reliable sushi, noodles, and bento-style plates. UberEats and delivery platforms show thousands of recent ratings, and in-house diners praise the balance of fresh nigiri, hearty udon, and generous combo platters.
Must-Try Dishes:
Sushi Deluxe (9 pcs), Yakiniku Udon, Sashimi Regular
What makes it special: Massive volume with a 4.8-star delivery score shows remarkably consistent sushi, udon, and bento at friendly neighborhood prices.
#2
Nare Sushi
8.3
Vibes:
Business Lunch Power Players
Quick Bites Champions
Group Dining Gatherings
Hidden Gems Heaven
Now operating from the lower level of 875 Third Avenue, Nare Sushi focuses on high-end takeout, delivery, and catering built on an omakase and kaiseki background. With 1,000+ highly rated delivery reviews and a long-running reputation among Midtown sushi fans, it’s a go-to for office orders and at-home sushi nights that still feel elevated.
Must-Try Dishes:
Negi Toro Roll, Yellowtail with Scallion Roll, Salmon Sashimi
What makes it special: Former omakase counter now channeled into precision-focused takeout and catering sushi with upscale fish quality.
8.3
Sushi Hayashi is a lively omakase spot known for its all-you-can-eat nigiri format with included beer and sake, keeping the room loud and celebratory. The 14-course progression leans on fatty cuts, salmon, and shellfish, drawing enthusiastic repeaters who value quantity without sacrificing fish quality.
Must-Try Dishes:
AYCE Omakase Nigiri (14-course), Toro Nigiri, Wagyu Beef Nigiri
What makes it special: An unusually value-forward omakase where AYCE nigiri and free-flow sake make it feel like a party rather than a ceremony.
#4
Sushi You
8.3
Sushi You is a compact counter-focused omakase bar where regulars sit at the blonde-wood counter for creative, often sauce-accented nigiri. Critics and bloggers praise its reasonably priced omakase tiers and a relaxed, music-filled room that feels more like a neighborhood hangout than a hushed temple.
Must-Try Dishes:
Sushi Omakase (6 pieces and hand roll), Sashimi Omakase (15 pieces), Crepe Cake
What makes it special: A bar-style omakase with playful plating and a devoted following among sushi obsessives, without the formality or pricing of marquee counters.
8.0
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Trendy Table Hotspots
Business Lunch Power Players
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Inside The Hugh food hall, KazuNori’s Midtown East counter turns out Nozawa-style hand rolls built around warm rice, crispy nori, and focused fillings. The menu is built on set combinations of toro, crab, scallop, and salmon, giving Midtown diners a fast but quality-driven alternative to sit-down sushi.
Must-Try Dishes:
Toro Hand Roll, Bay Scallop Hand Roll, Blue Crab Hand Roll
What makes it special: A dedicated hand-roll bar where warm rice, crisp nori, and tightly edited fillings deliver a very high quality-to-speed ratio.
Worthy Picks
#6
Sushi Ginza
7.9
Sushi Ginza is a modern, softly lit First Avenue dining room where omakase, specialty rolls, and teriyaki lunch sets coexist on a broad menu. Online reviews highlight very fresh fish, polished service, and nicely plated tartares and tempura, making it a versatile choice for date night or a business lunch.
Must-Try Dishes:
Spicy Tuna Avocado Tartare, Rock Shrimp Tempura, Yellowtail Nigiri
What makes it special: A stylish, contemporary room with omakase-level fish quality and a menu that ranges from lunch bento to composed nigiri and tartares.
7.7
Kealoha Sushi & Poke Bowl is a compact counter-service spot marrying Hawaiian-style poke bowls with a full lineup of classic rolls and fried appetizers. It’s popular with locals for build-your-own bowls, bright toppings, and delivery-friendly pricing that makes it an easy weeknight or office-lunch option.
Must-Try Dishes:
Signature Sushi Poke Bowl with Ahi Tuna and Salmon, Spicy Tuna Roll, Fried Oyster
What makes it special: A poke-forward, fast-casual shop that delivers customizable bowls and solid sushi rolls at prices that work for regular neighborhood use.