Best Sushi Restaurants in Forest Hills
9 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Sushi Time
Fast, travel-friendly sushi that stays reliably fresh for takeout.
Notable Picks
#1
Sushi Time
8.4
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Hidden Gems Heaven
A compact Austin Street sushi counter built for consistent takeout: straightforward nigiri, sashimi, and tightly rolled maki that travel well. Locals lean on it for quick weeknight orders where freshness and speed matter more than ambiance.
Must-Try Dishes:
Spicy tuna roll, Sashimi dinner, Hot udon soup
What Makes it Special: Fast, travel-friendly sushi that stays reliably fresh for takeout.
#2
Katsuno
8.3
A more serious Japanese restaurant in the neighborhood, strongest when you order sashimi-forward and keep the meal paced. The room reads calm and grown-up, making it a reliable pick when you want higher-end fish without leaving Queens.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chef’s omakase (when offered), Sashimi assortment, Toro nigiri
What Makes it Special: A sashimi-first neighborhood destination with a more refined fish focus.
#3
Mito
8.2
Vibes:
Girls Night Out Approved
Trendy Table Hotspots
Group Dining Gatherings
Instagram Worthy Wonders
A polished lounge-y dining room where sushi shares the spotlight with broader Japanese-leaning comfort and cocktails. Best for groups who want a lively setting and a menu that can cover rolls, apps, and shareable plates without overthinking it.
Must-Try Dishes:
Joker roll, Monster Lobster roll, Sushi & sashimi entrée
What Makes it Special: A modern sushi-and-cocktails room that plays well for groups.
#4
Bamboo Ya
8
Vibes:
Family Friendly Favorites
Group Dining Gatherings
Instagram Worthy Wonders
Trendy Table Hotspots
A full-service Japanese spot on Austin Street with a steady sushi bar and a menu that works for both casual rolls and cooked plates. It’s strongest when you mix one clean, fish-forward roll with one hot appetizer so the meal has contrast.
Must-Try Dishes:
Yellowtail jalapeño roll, Hamachi kama (yellowtail collar), Agedashi tofu
What Makes it Special: A versatile, full-service sushi bar that fits both groups and casual dinners.
Worthy Picks
#5
Sushi Akio
7.9
Vibes:
Hidden Gems Heaven
Quick Bites Champions
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
A smaller, neighborhood sushi spot that’s most consistent when you keep the order classic and let freshness do the work. Locals gravitate toward the roll lineup and value-minded set meals, making it a practical go-to over a destination splurge.
Must-Try Dishes:
Forest Hills Roll, Sushi deluxe, Negi toro roll
What Makes it Special: A compact neighborhood sushi counter that overdelivers on value and freshness.
Vibes:
Group Dining Gatherings
Trendy Table Hotspots
Girls Night Out Approved
Birthday & Celebration Central
A big, lively Asian-fusion dining room where sushi rolls play best as part of a shared spread. The smartest order is one signature roll plus one clean classic roll, then pivot to one hot entrée—too many rolls gets heavy fast in this format.
Must-Try Dishes:
Dragon roll, Spicy tuna roll, Kani salad
What Makes it Special: A high-volume fusion room where one signature roll anchors the table.
#7
A Sushi
7.7
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Family Friendly Favorites
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
A straightforward Austin Street sushi bar that’s best treated as a reliable neighborhood stop rather than a trend-chasing place. Stick to simple nigiri and one or two rolls and you’ll get the most consistent, clean finish.
Must-Try Dishes:
Salmon avocado roll, Spicy tuna roll, Sushi lunch combo
What Makes it Special: A no-drama neighborhood sushi option for simple rolls and combos.
7.6
A takeout-forward Japanese counter that’s best used as a budget date play: simple rolls, quick turnaround, and minimal fuss. Treat it like a tight order—two rolls each (or a roll + bento) and you’re out fast with predictable satisfaction.
Must-Try Dishes:
Any 2–3 roll combo, Salmon teriyaki bento, Spicy tuna roll
What Makes it Special: A budget-friendly sushi stop built for fast, repeatable orders.
A small-footprint neighborhood sushi option that’s best for low-cost date nights when you just want rolls that show up on time and eat cleanly. The room is simple, so the win is value—order a roll trio plus one bento-style plate and keep the evening moving.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pick-3 roll set, Chicken teriyaki bento, Spicy salmon roll
What Makes it Special: A value-first sushi spot that’s easy to order and repeat.