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Daigo Handroll Bar
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Daigo Handroll Bar
8.0
Inside City Point’s DeKalb Market Hall, Daigo Handroll Bar focuses on made-to-order Tokyo-style hand rolls built around warm rice, crisp nori, and high-quality seafood. It’s a fast, counter-service way to get seriously good sushi in Downtown Brooklyn without committing to a long sit-down meal.
Must-Try Dishes:
Toro hand roll, Eel avocado cut roll, Salmon ikura hand roll
Scores:
Value: 8.3
Service: 7.8
Consistency: 8.1
Food Quality: 8.6
Atmosphere: 6.4
Cultural Relevance: 7.2
What makes it special: Hand-roll-focused sushi bar inside a busy food hall, marrying quality fish with grab-and-go convenience.
Who should go: Downtown commuters and mall visitors craving quick but serious sushi.
When to visit: Mid-afternoon or early evening to avoid DeKalb Market’s peak lines.
What to order: Toro hand roll, eel avocado roll, salmon and ikura hand roll set.
Insider tip: Order two or three rolls at a time so the nori stays crisp while you eat.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Paid garage parking available at City Point; street parking is limited and difficult after 5pm.
Dress code: Casual — jeans, sneakers, and workwear all fit right in.
Noise level: Lively and loud — food hall energy makes extended quiet conversation difficult.
Weekend wait: 15–35 minutes depending on food hall traffic
Weekday lunch: 5–15 minutes, occasionally no wait off-peak
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Limited — cucumber, avocado, and vegetable-forward rolls available.
Vegan options: Very limited — mostly vegetable hand rolls only.
Gluten-free options: Partial — sashimi-style options and select rolls without soy sauce; cross-contact possible in shared prep space.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Better for casual or low-pressure meetups than romantic dates — it’s fast-paced and noisy but fun and efficient.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes — it’s counter-service with open seating throughout the food hall; just grab any available spot once your order is ready.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes for older kids who enjoy sushi rolls; younger kids may find the crowds and noise overwhelming.
Best For
Better for: Fast, high-quality hand rolls with no commitment to a full sushi dinner — ideal for quick solo meals or shopping breaks.
Skip if: You want a quiet sit-down sushi experience, omakase service, or a traditional date-night atmosphere.
Daigo Handroll Bar
7.9
Daigo Handroll Bar is a counter-only stall inside DeKalb Market Hall focusing on Tokyo-style hand rolls built around warm rice, crisp nori, and quality seafood. It’s a fast, stand-and-eat way to get serious sushi in Downtown Brooklyn, ideal before a movie or event when you want focused hand rolls rather than a full sit-down meal.
Must-Try Dishes:
Scallop Yuzu Hand Roll, Botan Ebi Hand Roll, Eel Avocado Cut Roll
Scores:
Value: 8.1
Service: 7.3
Consistency: 7.8
Food Quality: 8.6
Atmosphere: 6
Cultural Relevance: 7.5
What makes it special: A focused hand-roll counter in DeKalb Market Hall where crisp nori and well-seasoned rice support high-quality fillings.
Who should go: Downtown commuters and mall visitors craving quick but serious hand rolls.
When to visit: Off-peak afternoon or early evening to skip the longest lines.
What to order: Scallop Yuzu Hand Roll, Botan Ebi Hand Roll, and an Eel Avocado Cut Roll.
Insider tip: Eat rolls immediately at the counter—waiting even a few minutes dulls the nori’s crunch and the experience.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Paid garage parking available under City Point Mall; limited street parking nearby and tough during peak dinner hours.
Dress code: Casual and practical—jeans, sneakers, and everyday wear fit right in.
Noise level: Lively and loud food hall atmosphere—conversation is possible but not quiet.
Weekend wait: 20–35 minutes during prime dinner and pre-movie hours
Weekday lunch: 5–15 minutes typically, sometimes walk-up service
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes – cucumber, avocado, and mushroom-based hand rolls are usually available.
Vegan options: Limited – typically avocado or cucumber rolls only.
Gluten-free options: Partial – sashimi and some fillings are gluten-free, but soy sauce and cross-prep are factors to confirm on-site.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Better as a casual pre-date stop than the main event—it’s fast, standing-room style with little privacy, but great for breaking the ice.
Can I get a table without a reservation? There are no tables—this is strictly counter ordering inside the food hall, so you simply queue up and order when your turn comes.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes for older kids who enjoy sushi, but it’s less ideal for toddlers due to standing service and a crowded, fast-moving environment.
Best For
Better for: Quick, high-quality hand rolls with warm rice and crisp nori in a fast, no-frills setting—stronger on speed and value than sit-down sushi bars.
Skip if: You want a relaxed, seated sushi dinner, omakase service, or a quiet atmosphere for lingering.
Daigo Handroll Bar
7.8
Inside Dekalb Market Hall, Daigo Handroll Bar serves made-to-order temaki from a standing counter, turning sushi into a casual, interactive experience. It’s a fun, non-traditional date night move downtown, especially if you want to grab a drink elsewhere in the complex before or after.
Must-Try Dishes:
Toro hand roll, Salmon ikura hand roll, Spicy tuna hand roll
Scores:
Value: 7.9
Service: 7.7
Consistency: 7.8
Food Quality: 8.3
Atmosphere: 6.8
Cultural Relevance: 6.2
What makes it special: Standing hand-roll bar in Dekalb Market Hall with freshly rolled temaki.
Who should go: Casual dates wanting playful, quick hand rolls before a movie.
When to visit: Evenings before peak mall crowds and weekend rush.
What to order: Toro hand roll, salmon ikura roll, spicy tuna roll set.
Insider tip: Share a hand-roll set here, then wander the hall for dessert.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking is limited around City Point; the Beacon Tower garage and other nearby paid garages offer the most reliable option.
Dress code: Casual with a slight downtown polish; anything from jeans to a light date-night outfit works.
Noise level: Moderate to loud due to the food hall environment; conversation is possible but not intimate.
Weekend wait: 10–20 minutes depending on rush periods within the hall.
Weekday lunch: Usually no wait, with immediate ordering at the counter.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: A few veggie rolls are available, though the menu leans mostly fish-forward.
Vegan options: Very limited; seaweed and cucumber-based rolls may be possible but offerings are minimal.
Gluten-free options: Some rolls are naturally gluten-free, but the shared prep space in a food hall means cross-contact is likely.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Yes if you want something playful, quick, and low-pressure; the interactive hand-roll format keeps things fun, but it’s not ideal if you prefer a quieter, seated environment.
Can I get a table without a reservation? There are no reservations and no dedicated tables; you stand at the counter or grab communal seating anywhere in Dekalb Market Hall.
Is it kid-friendly? Kids are welcome in the market hall, but the standing counter and raw fish focus make it better for older kids familiar with sushi.
Best For
Better for: Quick, freshly rolled temaki with an energetic vibe ideal for casual dates or pairing with other food hall stops.
Skip if: You want a traditional sit-down sushi date, quiet ambiance, or robust vegan/gluten-free options.