Best Healthy Sushi Restaurants in New York
16 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Beyond Sushi
Vegan sushi built from locally sourced vegetables and grains.
Notable Picks
#1
Beyond Sushi
8.4
A plant-based, farm-forward Midtown option that uses locally sourced vegetables and grains to make vegan sushi feel like an actual lunch habit, not a compromise. It’s strongest when you lean into the signature rolls and dumplings—bright flavors, fast service, and a steady stream of regulars.
Must-Try Dishes:
Spicy Mang roll, Mighty Mushroom roll, Five Spice Chik'n Dumplings
What Makes it Special: Vegan sushi built from locally sourced vegetables and grains.
#2
Beyond Sushi
8.3
A date-night-friendly, plant-based sushi stop that wins on creativity and consistency: punchy sauces, clever textures, and rolls that feel like full dishes rather than substitutes. Best used as a relaxed, conversation-forward dinner when you want something lighter but still “planned.”
Must-Try Dishes:
Mighty Mushroom Roll, Mighty Mang Rolls, Vegan sushi (assorted rolls)
What Makes it Special: Vegan rolls with real flavor structure—built like composed dishes.
8.3
Bondi Sushi Tribeca is a fast-casual sushi bar built around roll boxes, maki sets, and crispy rice in a bright, beach-influenced space. It’s a go-to for office crowds and residents who want cleaner, modern rolls and customizable combos without committing to full-service dining.
Must-Try Dishes:
Bliss Box, Build Your Own Box (4-roll set), Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice
What Makes it Special: Fast-casual sushi focused on build-your-own roll boxes and crispy rice.
#4
Maki
8.3
Maki is a compact Japanese cafe near Columbia where grab-and-go sushi, rice bowls, and matcha drinks run fresher and more considered than typical takeout. Students and locals use it as a daytime staple for quick salmon and tuna rolls, rice bowls, and tea when they want something lighter but still filling.
Must-Try Dishes:
Spicy Tuna Roll, Spicy Salmon Don, Sake Ikura Don
What Makes it Special: A sushi-and-bowls cafe where fresher-feeling grab-and-go anchors Columbia’s daytime routine.
8
A fast-casual handroll bar from the team behind Mari and Kochi, blending Korean flavors into tidy nori-wrapped rolls. Great rice seasoning and punchy sauces keep it exciting at a quick pace.
Must-Try Dishes:
Uni handroll, Spicy scallop handroll, Toro handroll
What Makes it Special: Korean-accented handrolls built for speed and flavor.
8
MOMO Test Kitchen operates inside the Brooklyn Army Terminal complex, serving Japanese comfort food, bento boxes, and a small but careful sushi and roll menu at lunchtime. Office workers and destination eaters use it for miso-rich sets, onigiri, and fresh rolls that skew lighter and more produce-forward than typical takeout.
Must-Try Dishes:
Salmon Avocado Roll, Assorted sushi roll bento, Onigiri with seasonal fillings
What Makes it Special: Daytime-only Japanese kitchen inside an industrial complex with fresher sushi and rolls than its setting suggests.
A low-key neighborhood spot that pairs straightforward sushi with bento boxes and poke bowls—practical, clean flavors over flash. Best for a quick, tidy meal when you want reliable fish-and-rice basics and a drink on the side.
Must-Try Dishes:
Sashimi Bento Box, Poke Bowl, Sushi Bento Box
What Makes it Special: Bento-and-poke focus that keeps sushi meals efficient and consistent.
Worthy Picks
Bondi Sushi’s Upper East Side outpost runs a streamlined menu of maki, nigiri, and combo boxes built for both dine-in and delivery. It’s a modern, minimalist option for neatly packaged sushi sets, crispy rice, and mix-and-match boxes that travel well and work for casual nights in.
Must-Try Dishes:
Bliss Box, Build Your Own Box, Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice
What Makes it Special: Modern sushi concept focused on curated boxes, crispy rice, and takeout.
7.9
Poke & Roll Sushi is a fast-casual spot near 33rd Street where customizable poke bowls share space with a trio of elaborate chef’s special rolls. It’s more of a bright, health-leaning counter than a traditional sushi bar, ideal when you want modern rolls and bowls built around seafood, veggies, and toppings.
Must-Try Dishes:
Poke & Roll Signature Roll, Lucky Roll, King Of Queens Roll
What Makes it Special: Modern poke-and-roll concept where chef’s special rolls share billing with build-your-own bowls.
7.8
A tiny Clinton Hill Japanese market that doubles as a grab-and-go lunch counter for onigiri, bento, and simple sushi rolls. The best experience is treating it like a quick stop—two onigiri or a roll combo—then browsing pantry snacks for the ride home.
Must-Try Dishes:
Salmon Onigiri, Chicken Karaage Onigiri, Spicy Tuna Roll
What Makes it Special: A Japanese market with fresh onigiri and sushi built for grab-and-go.
#11
Mangetsu Sushi
7.8
A quieter, newer-feeling neighborhood sushi shop that shines most on fresh, simple cuts and well-priced bowls. Treat it as a chirashi-and-nigiri kind of place—less about flashy rolls, more about clean fish over warm rice.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chirashi don, Salmon avocado roll, Yellowtail jalapeño (if available)
What Makes it Special: A low-drama sushi shop that overdelivers on bowls and basics.
7.8
Poke Bowl on Broad Street is a Hawaiian-style poke shop where customizable bowls and sushi burritos offer a lighter, build-your-own take on sushi. High lunch volume and long hours make it a go-to for regulars who want fresh fish, vegetables, and rice in a fast, modern format.
Must-Try Dishes:
Poke Bowl Plenty Special, Honolulu Salmon Poke Plenty Bowl, Create Your Own Poke Bowl
What Makes it Special: High-volume poke shop translating sushi-grade fish into customizable bowls and burritos.
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.
7.7
A broad-menu Bay Ridge Japanese spot that spans sushi, rolls, and build-your-own bowls, making it a flexible choice for mixed groups. It performs best when you commit to one lane—either an omakase-style set or a simple nigiri-and-roll combo—rather than bouncing across the whole menu.
Must-Try Dishes:
Omakase set, Nigiri assortment, Create-your-own bowl
What Makes it Special: A flexible menu that can do sushi night or quick bowls.
#15
Osaka Sushi NYC
7.7
Osaka Sushi NYC is a kosher-certified sushi shop on Second Avenue serving rolls, poke-style bowls, and cooked Japanese dishes in a casual counter-service setting. It’s the go-to option in 10065 for diners who keep kosher but still want a focused sushi experience with friendly, personalized service.
Must-Try Dishes:
Salmon Avocado Roll, California Roll, Poke Bowl with Salmon
What Makes it Special: Kosher-certified sushi and bowls offering a rare mix of dietary observance and solid fish quality.
#16
Umai Fish
7.6
Umai Fish is a sushi and poke counter inside the Gansevoort Liberty Market at the Oculus, serving customizable bowls, rolls, and udon to commuters and office workers passing through the World Trade Center complex. It’s used as a convenient, quick-service option when you want salmon poke, chirashi, or a hot noodle bowl without committing to a full sit-down meal.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tropical Salmon Poke Bowl, Chicken Udon Noodles, Chirashi Bowl
What Makes it Special: Sushi, poke, and udon served from a fast-moving counter in the Oculus food hall.