Best Late Night Japanese Restaurants in Flushing-Willets Point
4 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Chakra Japanese Fusion
Late-night sushi-and-hot-food range with crowd-pleasing special rolls.
Notable Picks
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.
Worthy Picks
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.
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.