
The seaweed rolled meals are prepared rather quickly and are perfect for a quick meal or even delivery. Taking up a deli-style type of ordering where you choose your type of handroll and fixins via a pencil and paper, your options are endless, and they are all filling.

KazuNori, NoMad & Midtown East Photo via KazuNoriįor all your handroll needs, go to the “Original Handroll Bar” that is, KazuNori. What particularly called our name was the ponzu on the tuna sashimi! Instead, you’ll be served meals based on the habits of a former chef Chef Nozawa. Here, you won’t find the typical California rolls or teriyaki. What takes the form of a sushi chain restaurant from Los Angeles, SUGARFISH has affordable food and casual vibes. SUGARFISH, Multiple Locations Photo via SUGARFISH There are 3 different locations in UWS, Chelsea, and a new one in SoHo, but we tend to favorite the original location on the UWS.ġ85 7th Ave (Chelsea) 7. If you stop in during lunch, you can even opt for one of their current lunch specials or even sneak into a spot at the sushi bar. They have tons of entrees to choose from and a jaw-dropping amount of fish to try. Perfect for a lunch with co-workers or casual dinner with your parents, you’re sure to not break the bank at this sushi spot, all while enjoying a quality experience.

Momoya, Multiple Locations Photo via Momoyaįrankly, we love Momoya for its super reasonable prices and its incredible quality of food. Starting at $28, you’re able to mix and match temaki handrolls to create whatever kind of meal you’re in the mood for! The signature set you certainly can’t go wrong with, but you can take the creativity into your own hands.Ģ36 N 12th St (Williamsburg) 6. What we love about this spot is that they even have vegan sushi offerings! We personally love their “sets” that you can create with whatever sushi you want. Nami Nori has two different locations that have slightly different menus, but the food is delicious no matter what. Nami Nori, West Village & Williamsburg Photo via Nami Nori Don’t forget to try their unbelievable soba noodles as well! In the front room, the $150 omakase meal offers a similar experience with just slightly less food (12 pieces of sushi and 1 hand roll). Their pricier option at $250 consists of 17 pieces of sushi and 1 hand roll made from their latest rare fish they’ve flown in from Japan.

Head chef Toshio Tomita offers two different tiered omakases that vary in price and amount of food. Cagen, East Village Photo via CagenĬagen in Japanese means “just right,” and that’s what you’ll be saying about this restaurant’s food and meal preparation. Their specific focus on rice, sauces, and vinegar makes their product some of the best sushi in NYC. Between their high-class omakase specials and signature a la carte menu, the staff here will be sure to put you into the best hands possible to pick out something delicious. Although their slightly-intimating sign on their front door reads ‘No California Rolls,’ ‘No Spicy Tuna Rolls,’ and ‘Trust Me,’ you will quickly get over that fear by putting your trust into the chefs. Sushi Sasabune, UES Image by Jonathan Valencia from Pixabayįind yourself on the Upper East Side? Head to Chef Kenji Takahashi’s Sushi Sasabune.

If you’re looking for quality ingredients for less than $50, you have to try out this spot! They also have one of the best sake bars in town. Gouie thrives with its casual atmosphere and mouth-watering low prices for top quality sushi. Gouie, LES Instagram/ of the most affordable options in this list probably has to be Gouie, which lives within the Lower East Side’s Market Line. It’s an overall lovely experience that requires reservations beforehand since their sushi bar is small and intimate. Their chefs, who reign straight from Tokyo are knowledgeable, friendly, and generous with portions. You can order an omakase meal or pick and choose a la carte items depending on what you’re feeling. Although the founder Masatoshi “Gari” Sugio no longer whips up sushi in any of the restaurants, his imprint on the food is very noticeable. What originated on the UES back in 1997, there are now a few other locations including one in UWS, FiDi, and Midtown. No matter where you are in NYC, you’ll probably find a Sushi of Gari near you. Sushi of Gari, Multiple Locations Facebook/ Sushi of Gari
