Are you looking for the best sushi and ramen in New York? Then it’s like me because I love sushi – and unfortunately, I was disappointed a few times in New York because it was not as good as I expected.

To make sure that doesn’t happen to you, here are my recommendations for good Japanese restaurants in New York City. If you have any other recommendations feel free to let me know!

My Favorite Japanese Restaurants in New York

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   Suram Sushi and Ramen

   Japanese Restaurant in Hudson Yards

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   Suram Sushi & Ramen is a Japanese restaurant located near Hudson Yards. On the menu there are various sushi creations as well as ramen. The restaurant is quite small, but has a modern interior and the service was perfect during our visit! The staff was attentive and very friendly, the sushi was freshly prepared and was incredibly good!

   Our personal recommendation: Salmon Truffle Crispy Rice! The rice is deep fried, which gives the sushi a really nice crunchy texture. The truffle salmon on top is just sensationally delicious!

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2. 02

   Blue Ribbon Sushi Izakaya

   Japanese Restaurant in Lower East Side

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   Blue Ribbon Sushi Izakaya is a Japanese-style tavern and a traditional sushi bar with a fine dining experience. This spot is all about bonding together at a fun place to drink with delicious food selections. From small plate options to family-style platters, Blue Ribbon has got you covered. The location of this Lower East Side restaurant is also beautiful and convenient if you want to jump right into the East Village. 

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3. 03

   Beyond Sushi

   Vegan Restaurant in Garment District
   

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   Beyond Sushi is a charming vegan restaurant that, as you probably guessed, sells a large variety of vegan sushi in addition to a few other complementary dishes. But despite the fact that sushi can be quite expensive, Beyond Sushi is still a fairly affordable place to eat out in NYC. With dishes ranging from $8 to $19.

   And if you’re having a hard time choosing between all of their sushi pieces, rolls, dumplings, and more… then the shiitake truffle dumplings seem particularly popular.

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4. 04

   Sushi by Bou (Times Square)

   Japanese Restaurant in Theatre District
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   Another option for omakase at one of the best Theater District restaurants is at Sushi By Bou. The quality of the fish is astounding, something you’ll be sure to notice as the chef impresses you with 12- or 17-course omakase delights. This timed tasting may be best reserved for after your show, allowing you to take your time and indulge every sense. Craft beverages offered here make an exceptional pairing for what these master sushi chefs will serve.

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5. 05

   Azuki

   Japanese Restaurant in Midtown Manhattan
   

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   If you fancy sushi, then come to Azuki, a first-class sushi restaurant in Midtown Manhattan. Not far from Times Square, you can get really good sushi here at a reasonable price by New York standards. The restaurant is not huge, but it is comfortably furnished and the staff were very friendly and attentive during our visit.

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   Ippudo Westside

   Japanese Restaurant in Theatre District
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   Another way to discover the delights of ramen is at Ippudo Westside. Serving up scalding bowls of the tonkotsu ramen variety, this secret house specialty provides a silky, savory broth. At this more spacious Times Square venue than its sister location on the East Side, you won’t want to miss ordering some pork buns or a shochu cocktail while you await the main event. The flavorful possibilities are endless here with your ramen, though be sure you stir that chili paste in once it arrives for the ultimate taste sensation.

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7. 07

   Kyuramen Times Square

   Japanese Restaurant in Theatre District
   

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   The founder of Kyuramen carefully studied Japanese ramen to make the most unique ramen dishes. With an interior that makes you feel like you wandered into a traditional ramen restaurant in the middle of Japan, you’ll feel even cozier once the food arrives. Try a combination that gives you a little of everything to get the ultimate experience at Kyuramen.

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8. 08

   Nobu Fifty Seven

   Japanese Restaurant in Midtown Manhattan
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   From famed chef Nobu Matsuhisa, you’ll be getting the same signature Japanese cuisine that combines the modern style with the classics. The wood-burning oven and hibachi table create epic experiences amid the splendor of designs that all evoke a particular vibe of Asian harmony from nature. Try the sashimi salad and the black cod with miso for a few of many treasured favorites crafted by the chef.

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9. 09

   ICHIRAN Ramen Times Square

   Japanese Restaurant in Theatre District
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   While there are other locations of ICHIRAN, the one in Times Square is the perfect stop for a quick and satisfying tonkotsu ramen experience. Forget what you know about ramen and enjoy it on an unparalleled level, crafted with natural pork-bone soup, house-made noodles, and original aged spicy red sauce for a deeper and richer flavor. What makes this one of the best Theater District restaurants for those who habitually run late to Broadway shows is that each bowl is served within 15 seconds of it being prepared. Each seat is deliberately placed within arm’s reach to assure that the noodles are the optimum texture for your dining pleasure, making it ideal for a quick bite.

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10. 10

    DOMODOMO NYC

    Japanese Restaurant in Greenwich Village
    

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    The DOMODOMO in Jersey City is a restaurant inspired by Japanese cuisine – super yummy!