Best Japanese Restaurants in Flushing-Willets Point
16 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Kaizen: Omakase & Hand Roll Sushi Restaurant
A focused omakase and hand-roll counter where seasonal cuts and temaki are the star.
Notable Picks
Kaizen is a modern omakase and hand-roll bar tucked just off Farrington Street, known for tightly curated nigiri flights and made-to-order temaki. Guests come for pristine fish, a long counter, and a vibe that feels closer to a sleek city bar than a traditional Flushing storefront.
Must-Try Dishes:
Toro hand roll, Salmon ikura hand roll, Chef’s omakase nigiri set
What Makes it Special: A focused omakase and hand-roll counter where seasonal cuts and temaki are the star.
8.7
Kakurega Sushi is a small, reservation-driven sushi bar hidden along 37th Avenue, built around intimate omakase experiences. The room is low-lit and compact, with much of the action happening inches away at the counter.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chef’s omakase tasting, Tri toro don, Chirashi bowl
What Makes it Special: A tiny, counter-focused omakase bar where the chef leads the entire experience.
#3
Omi Omakase
8.5
Omi Omakase is a small, reservation-only counter on the upper floor of One Fulton Square, offering fixed-course sushi tastings in a quiet space. The experience revolves around seasonal nigiri, composed bites, and close interaction with the chef.
Must-Try Dishes:
16-course omakase, Seasonal sashimi flight, Chef’s uni selection
What Makes it Special: A focused, higher-end omakase where each course is assembled in front of you.
8.4
Yasubee Authentic Ramen is a tsukemen-focused shop off 39th Avenue where rich dipping broths, firm noodles, and customizeable toppings draw ramen fans from around Queens. Locals treat it as the most focused ramen specialist in Downtown Flushing, especially on cold or rainy days when a concentrated bowl hits hardest.
Must-Try Dishes:
Signature soy sauce tsukemen, Miso tsukemen, Spicy miso ramen
What Makes it Special: Tokyo-style tsukemen specialist with customizable broths and noodle firmness.
#5
Akino
8.4
Vibes:
Group Dining Gatherings
Family Friendly Favorites
Birthday & Celebration Central
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Akino’s Flushing location is a high-volume all-you-can-eat sushi house where diners work through long checklists of rolls, nigiri, and hot appetizers. It’s loud, casual, and built for people who want to sample a wide range of sushi without counting pieces.
Must-Try Dishes:
All-you-can-eat sushi dinner, Yellowtail jalapeño appetizer, Specialty salmon rolls
What Makes it Special: A bustling AYCE sushi spot pairing big variety with lively, party-friendly energy.
8.3
Iki Modern Japanese Cuisine sits inside One Fulton Square, combining a full sushi bar with cooked izakaya-style plates and set menus. It’s the kind of place where you can lean into toro and uni or build a more casual mixed Japanese dinner with friends.
Must-Try Dishes:
Foie gras uni sushi, Wagyu beef sashimi, Deluxe sushi lunch set
What Makes it Special: A modern Japanese dining room where sushi, wagyu, and composed plates share equal billing.
8.3
A late-night Japanese-fusion hangout where the menu runs from classic rolls to bigger, sauce-forward special rolls and bento comfort. It’s strongest as a reliable “sushi + something hot” stop—order a couple rolls, add a bento or side, and treat the anime-leaning decor as part of the fun.
Must-Try Dishes:
Kurama Roll (AKA phenix), Shrimp Tempura Roll, Dragon Roll
What Makes it Special: Late-night sushi-and-hot-food range with crowd-pleasing special rolls.
8.2
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Group Dining Gatherings
Family Friendly Favorites
Quick Bites Champions
Yoi Sushi Japanese sits just off Main Street and offers a broad menu of rolls, nigiri, and cooked Japanese comfort dishes in a casual dining room. Locals treat it as a dependable weeknight sushi solution with the option to go heavier on rolls or simple sashimi.
Must-Try Dishes:
House special roll, Salmon avocado roll, Assorted sashimi platter
What Makes it Special: A casual, centrally located sushi shop balancing big roll selection with fair pricing.
#9
Hanami Ramen
8.1
A compact ramen shop focused on a tight set of bowls—tonkotsu, shoyu, spicy miso, and mushroom—plus a few rice bowls for backup. It’s strongest when you treat it like a dedicated noodle stop: quick seat, hot broth, out the door.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tonkotsu ramen, Spicy miso ramen, Karaage
What Makes it Special: No-frills ramen bowls with a focused menu and fast payoff.
#10
Union Sushi
8
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Family Friendly Favorites
Group Dining Gatherings
Union Sushi is a small Union Street spot that focuses on classic rolls, basic nigiri, and quick, takeout-friendly sushi sets. It’s more about reliable, everyday sushi than omakase theatrics, with pricing that makes repeat visits easy.
Must-Try Dishes:
Spicy tuna roll, Dragon roll, Sushi combo box
What Makes it Special: A straightforward neighborhood sushi shop known for fresh rolls and strong value.
8
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
#12
Mr KeKe Ramen
7.8
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Comfort Food Classics
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Quick Bites Champions
Mr KeKe Ramen is a casual Linden Place storefront where tonkotsu, volcano-style spicy ramen, and veggie bowls sit alongside dumplings and other pan-Asian comfort staples. It’s a flexible option for neighborhood diners who want filling bowls, friendly service, and plenty of add-ons without pushing into destination pricing.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tonkotsu ramen, Volcano spicy ramen, Mixed vegetable ramen
What Makes it Special: Neighborhood ramen shop blending Japanese bowls with broader Asian comfort food.
#13
Happy Sushi Bar
7.6
A small-format sushi bar that doubles as a casual drinks-and-snacks hangout, with a karaoke stage that shifts the vibe from dinner to late-night. It’s best for groups who want a fun room and simple bites rather than a precision sushi experience.
Must-Try Dishes:
Takoyaki, Gyoza, Chicken wings
What Makes it Special: Sushi-bar snacks with a karaoke-friendly late-night setup.
7.5
Daimaru Ramen & Udon operates from stall #23 in the New World Mall food court, serving sauerkraut pork, spicy tonkotsu, and miso ramen alongside unagi and gyu udon. Guests stop here between other Flushing eats for fast, filling noodle bowls with bigger-than-expected portions rather than polished decor.
Must-Try Dishes:
Spicy tonkotsu beef ramen, Miso ramen, Unagi gyu udon
What Makes it Special: Food-court ramen and udon counter known for hearty, affordable bowls.
7.5
Vibes:
Late Night Legends
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Group Dining Gatherings
Umi Tea Fried Chicken & Ramen is a downstairs Union Street hangout that pairs Japanese ramen with Korean-style fried chicken, bento-style plates, and bubble tea. It functions as a late-night crossover spot where groups mix ramen, snacks, and drinks long after many nearby kitchens close.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tonkotsu ramen, Spicy miso ramen, Soy garlic fried chicken
What Makes it Special: Downstairs ramen, fried chicken, and bubble tea joint open until 4am.
7.5
A late-hours comfort menu that mixes ramen and fried chicken with a milk-tea counter, making it useful when most kitchens nearby are closed. Go in with a snack-and-sip mindset—best results come from simple items and late-night convenience over finesse.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken ramen, Popcorn chicken, Brown sugar bubble milk
What Makes it Special: Late-night ramen + fried chicken with milk tea in one stop.