Sushi Yasuda
Sushi Restaurant$$$$
Turtle Bay, New York
Has a stamp of approval from Eater and The New York Times
"Outstanding traditional omakase at a serious and wonderful bar."(76 Tips)
"Best sushi in NYC, and much best than japan xD"(7 Tips)
"Scallops, sea urchin, and of course— the tuna."(5 Tips)
"Anago & sawani."(4 Tips)
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Rubén GarcíaJanuary 31, 2018One of the best sushi restaurants in town. Traditional style sushi without any hint of fusion or modern ingredients, just plain top quality fish expertly prepared. Get the omakase and good cheap sake!
Leslie TengMarch 19, 2016Food is worth every penny. Sushi matsu gives good variety for reasonable price. Uni is creamy. Sea scallop is shiny and fresh. Eel is plump and tender. The shrimp is sweet and firm.
If u can't splurge, get $28 sushi+sashimi combo (5 pcs of sushi+2 maki rolls)-incl some of starred fish in omakase. $23 chirashi's also a deal: 4-6 pcs of 5 diff fish & they'll leave out ur dislikes
Carl Lu YinJuly 24, 2016The toro and mackerel here is very very good. Defiantly try the omakase. It worth every penny you spent, although it would be a remarkable amount of pennies lol.
Camilo AngelJune 1, 2018Great food. Sushi is amazing. Had a 10 piece fish sushi assorted platter and loved it all the way. Sake and green tea to go with your meal.
Sarah SampselDecember 17, 2016Sit at the bar for the omakase. You can let the chef know things you like/don't like, but be adventurous and try it all! The uni trio and king salmon were my favs.
James JFebruary 3, 2017Getting the omakase from a table isn't quite the same but still delicious and amazing. The 3 types of eel, out of this world.
- Reservations needed for I've-died-&-gone-to-heaven sushi! No creative rolls here. All about fresh, raw fish & for sushi purists. Order Chef's starred daily fish & definitely splurge for the Omakase!
Rick NijhuisFebruary 16, 2017Lucky enough to walk in and find a seat. Highest quality sushi. Unagi was delicious! Do try some of the less common vegetable makis like daikon sprout and Japanese sweet potato.
Foxxy BJune 12, 2018Clean, minimal space. $48 10 piece chefs choice is just right for lunch or a light dinner. Quality is incredible, & the service is low touch but attentive. Tip is included... what a steal.
Kyulee SeoSeptember 26, 2016Best omakase in NYC imo, every single piece is really special and catered to your taste. Also had an abalone appetizer (more like an entree size) and it was divine
Ina LiJune 24, 2015Trust the omakasa menu if you are not sure. But definitely get Uni, Freshwater Eel, Toro, Tamago and Salmon! We for okamasa with several pieces extra, 120 per person. No tipping here
Mike the ElderApril 15, 2017Best sushi in town. Sit at the bar and ask for the Omakase. Let the chef pamper you. Pricey, but an incredible culinary experience. Simplicity at its best!
Alex ZaltsmanDecember 6, 2012Yasuda is for sushi purists. Not the place for rolls. The variety of different fish is incomparable to any other sushi place in NYC. Red miso soup w clam is fantastic. Amazing!
Best sushi in the city - seriously. Sit at the sushi bar if you can and just go omakase (like prix fixe), the chefs are a great part of the experience. Always finish with the toro-scallion roll.
Karolina ChruscielAugust 20, 2017Sea urchin, tuna belly, scallop or eel.. Everything is just so special, beautiful place and omacase experience!
New York HabitatDecember 2, 2011For the best sushi experience in NYC, you've come to the right place. For the full experience get the Omakase, a personal dining experience with one chef who serves up piece after piece of pure bliss.
Andrew HayakawaAugust 27, 2017One of the best sushi spots in New York. Fish is very fresh and great service. I recommend lunch for those who do not want to spend a fortune.
DavidJuly 19, 2019I took an intern here for lunch as a thank you for their work over the summer. We both walked out saying that was one of the best sushi experiences we ever had. It was lunch. Amazing.
Christine WuDecember 18, 2015Incredible sushi. The freshest eel (sawani and anago), scallop, and uni. Call ahead and get a seat at the sushi bar and do the omakase!
Fanny ChanJuly 22, 2014Absolutely amazing quality. Do your best to get omakase at the bar and ask to have wasabi on the side so that you can control wasabi portions in your sushi (mine came a bit strong). Still an NYC fav!!
Kit&kafoodleNovember 18, 2015Beautiful fresh fish. Omakase is around $150pp for 15 or so pieces. Perfect service and lovely atmosphere.
Ernesto GutierrezSeptember 11, 2015Words fail to describe what i've experienced here. You will not be able to eat sushi anywhere else. Sit at the bar and order omakase. You can thank me later.
Ms HeleneApril 23, 2015Sushi sashimi entree $28, choose 4 sushi, 1 roll and receive 9 pieces of chef's choice of sashimi. Mixed seaweed salad with nutty dressing $9. Serene atmosphere
Travel + LeisureMarch 19, 2013The sushi here—arctic char, ebi (shrimp), uni (sea urchin), and ikura (salmon roe)—is an essential New York bite. More places to eat like a local: tandl.me/12ufz7c
Tarik HartDecember 2, 2017If you’re ready to treat yourself, as in 200 dollars a head treat yourself, sit at the bar and go omakasi style. Really sets the bar for Sushi in NYC.
Emily K.October 9, 2015Solid omakase - they give you a flight of the same fish, different cuts, which makes for a great tasting experience. Nice atmosphere that isn't too stuffy either. You WILL leave very full.
Time Out New YorkJune 4, 2013Reserve a seat at the bar of this bamboo-clad space to watch Tatsu and Mitsu—as they’re called by regulars—dispatch purist renditions of nigiri onto wooden trays in elegant, efficient movements. Read more
Alex ChenJanuary 16, 2014One of the most amazing sushi spots in NYC. Though it could be a bit pricey but go for the omakase at the bar. Do not be afraid to ask the chef questions they are always very knowledgeable.
AnyaAugust 15, 2016Everything done accordingly to Japanese traditions. Tip is included to your bill. Your regular spicy tuna and other rolls from "sushi places" will not be served here. However, very fresh sashimi!
Boris PluskowskiOctober 8, 2014Undoubtedly the best traditional Japanese restaurant in the city - notoriously hard to get into at any reasonable hour without reservations - but so so soooo worth it
Martial BénardSeptember 24, 2013As a first-timer here, was a bit puzzled by the way things go here. The nice thing when you sit at the bar is that you can order your sushi "a la carte" one by one... Urchin is a truly special treat.
Ruby AnayaJuly 1, 2017The most traditional sushi experience I've had in NYC. Every flavor was classic. The sea scallop was definitely our favorite.
Premshree PillaiJuly 23, 2013Get yourself a seat at the sushi counter, ask for omakase, open your senses and experience some of the best sushi in the city. The minimal yet warm space contributes just as much as the food.
Eryn BraueJune 3, 2014You have to order omakase style. It's really the best way to experience the phenomenally fresh fish. Every single bite was delicious particularly the white king salmon, the fatty tuna and the oyster.- Diego MorenoJanuary 21, 2015It's all about the omakase, sit at the sushi bar and you will get world class eating experience; every bite is a explosion of textures and flavors; one personal favorites. Not cheap
Milena AdamianAugust 14, 2013One of the best sushi places in NYC. in fact very Californian quality of the sushi (fresh and great selection of the fish) with NYC-paced service and Japanese politeness. Strongly recommended!
Whitney FishmanMarch 4, 2016Make sure you set up a seat at the sushi bar in advance. Even if you don't do omakase you can ask the chefs what they recommend and make your own omakase Magic.
Wim CambyMarch 3, 2018The closest I can get to Japan in NYC. Well done! Worth the price tag - cannot wait to return!
Halstead PropertyJuly 11, 2013Every roll was spectacular; yet the uni roll was the frontrunner. The uni was memorable with its sweetness wrapped in exceptionally tasty nori, finished off with the perfect hint of soy sauce salt.
Kevin StappNovember 30, 2019Honestly the best sushi I’ve ever had, and I’ve frequently traveled to Japan. Go for the omakase, it was simply delicious!
They don't have any sauces or spicy mayo butt they don't need to. U have to try iit to understand. Deff a place if ur iin the city u MUST try to try sushi the way its actually meant to taste. Amazing!
angela gaylorJuly 7, 2015Pretty much everything is amazing and doesn't need any extra condiments. Don't sit at the bar if you're trying to save $!
Zero JeonDecember 1, 2015One of the best sushi restaurants in NY. Their rice and Seaweed comes from Japan. There is no taste of bitter oil in Tuna, and every ingredient is exceptionally fresh.
Jesse AngelinoJanuary 15, 2015Incredible sushi with really really nice seating and service!Atmosphere is off the hook,prices for a place of this caliber are not bad at all.Anthony Bourdain approved😍😍😍😍😍
Amanda GluckJuly 10, 2014Sit at the bar and enjoy this no-frills, beautifully prepared sushi (omakase of course). The uni and eel are both superb.
- Travel + LeisureJuly 30, 2012In a city that eagerly embraces each successive wave of Japanese imports, Sushi Yasuda remains the ideal long-running, low-key place to celebrate sushi as it’s meant to be eaten.
Edmund BoeyFebruary 21, 2017The scallion sushi is a specialty! Very unique! But really just get the omakase and you can't go wrong.
ReetMay 3, 2017Great, fresh sushi + sashimi omakase matched by friendly, attentive service. Appreciated inclusive tip as well in a surprisingly reasonable bill.
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