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Lunch sushi

A lunch spot that serves proper sushi without the pretension or the long wait times.

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Updated June 2026
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Hamburger restaurant

Enjoy a spacious dining experience with fun decor and plush booths. Lunch offers filling salads and value sandwiches. Sushi stands out for its freshness and unique items like sushi pizza.

Salads come filling and refreshing for lunch. The menu offers value with options like a chipotle chicken sandwich and a hamburger.

Freshness stands out with very fresh sushi options. The menu includes high-end sushi and unique items like sushi pizza alongside classic offerings.

People are saying

"The burgers here are served with a smile and friendly attention."

"The Lunch Spot service was excellent and attentive."

"I thought the sushi here was great and a pleasant surprise."

Good to know

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Happy hour runs from 3-6pm and after 9pm, with a limited menu during those times.

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The happy hour includes $8 wings and sliders.

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The happy hour offers $10 Titoโ€™s martinis.

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Omakase counter sits upstairs in a small, intimate space clad in light wood, creating a relaxed and refined atmosphere. The setting feels cozy and private, ideal for a quiet night out, though the omakase experience can be lively. Guests watch chefs prepare sushi at the counter while enjoying thoughtful, high-quality dishes and carefully paired sake.

Lunch offers a $50 omakase that delivers exceptional quality and value. The experience feels unique and intimate, often with the restaurant to yourself.

Sushi here features fresh, beautifully prepared nigiri with each piece tasting better than the last. Highlights include king salmon belly, wagyu nigiri, and toro topped with truffled caviar, scallop, and ebi.

People are saying

"This lunch spot's omakase is fresh, inventive, and a great value."

"The fresh, inventive fish at these Date Spots is amazing."

"The sushi here is thoughtfully prepared and incredibly fresh."

Good to know

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The meal costs $155 per person.

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The restaurant offers a $55 lunch omakase that is a great value.

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There is a $95 menu and a $115 premium menu.

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Sushi restaurant

Sushi shines with fresh fish and a spicy salmon roll that impresses. Lunch offers great value through specials like three rolls for $18. Bright lights and tight seating create a busy atmosphere that suits families and casual diners.

Lunch specials offer great value with options like three rolls for $18 or a sashimi mix for $22. Portions are generous, and the sushi lunch sets maintain consistent quality throughout the week.

Sushi here features incredible fresh fish and a spicy salmon sushi that stands out. The place offers excellent value and consistently delivers a very enjoyable meal.

People are saying

"I found the fish here to be so fresh and high-quality."

"Their lunch specials are a great deal."

"The sushi here is delicious and incredibly fresh."

Good to know

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Reservations are highly recommended, especially during lunch hours.

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Expect a 30-minute wait if you don't have a reservation.

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The restaurant offers a $16 lunch special that includes a roll, a main dish, miso soup, and a salad.

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Japanese restaurant

Subterranean space with wood grain walls offers a cozy vibe for lunch and sushi lovers. Affordable lunch specials include soup or salad starters and filling rolls. Fresh sushi bar serves authentic rolls with generous portions and excellent sake.

Affordable lunch specials include a soup or salad starter and filling sushi roll combos. The ambiance feels warm and inviting, making it a solid choice for a midday meal after walking around.

Quality sushi features generous portions and a wide variety of authentic rolls. The sushi bar presents a fresh selection with excellent taste and service.

People are saying

"The Japanese food here is so fresh and delicious."

"I thought the sushi here was always fresh and delicious."

"This lunch spot has the freshest sushi I've ever tasted."

Good to know

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The restaurant only accepts cash and has an ATM inside.

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I recommend making a reservation or getting there on the early side.

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The lunch box is one of the best meal deals in NYC.

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Japanese restaurant

Modern, clean interior with colorful artistic presentation creates a calm and cozy atmosphere. Outdoor patio offers a nice space for dining, while the vibe stays laid-back and matter-of-fact. Fresh fish and great sake complement the experience, making it a solid choice for sushi lovers.

Lunch specials offer a large amount of food for about 17 dollars and include an excellent sushi lunch special. These specials are very filling and satisfying and available until 4 pm.

Sushi here stands out for its freshness and superb fish quality. The sashimi offers a variety of fish, and the scallop maki is a notable choice. Portions are filling, making it a solid dinner option.

People are saying

"The Japanese Food here is always super fresh."

"The lunch special here is a great deal for the price."

"The sushi here is always super fresh."

Good to know

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Reservations must be made over the phone; no online system available.

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Lunch specials offer great value for money.

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Food preparation is fast, making it ideal for quick meals.

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Asian restaurant

Large grill tables host chefs who perform lively hibachi cooking shows, creating an entertaining atmosphere filled with loud energy and interactive fun. Spacious and clean, the restaurant offers fresh sushi alongside the theatrical cooking experience, making it a vibrant spot for social dining.

Lunch specials include a 3 roll combo with soup and salad for $18. Prices offer great value compared to the standard menu, making lunch breaks enjoyable with consistently spectacular dishes.

Sushi here is consistently fresh and high quality, with a focus on mild, fatty tuna. The menu offers flexible ingredient swaps and includes options like a salmon avocado roll and nigiri combos.

People are saying

"It's a great spot for kids, especially for birthday celebrations."

"I found the sushi here to be excellent and amazing."

"The food at this Lunch Spot is really tasty and good."

Good to know

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Make sure you pay by credit card and not cash.

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It is better to make a reservation if you go to Flame at night.

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Customers should ask for the lunch menu during lunch hours.

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Japanese restaurant

Sleek and modern interior with reasonably spaced tables creates a pleasant and lively atmosphere that supports easy conversation. A sushi-bar counter offers seating for solo diners, while outdoor seating rates well despite occasional drafts. The vibe balances clean design with a comfortable, lively energy.

Lunch offers a large amount of food with a sushi lunch special that balances quality and reasonable price. Presentation and taste stand out, making it a solid choice for midday meals.

Sushi here features incredibly fresh fish with precisely balanced flavors in every roll. Sashimi arrives on a large bed of ice, giving a sense of fish swimming in the ocean.

People are saying

"The Japanese food here, especially the sushi, is the best I've ever tasted."

"The lunch specials are a great deal and super tasty."

"I thought the sushi here was the best I had ever tasted."

Good to know

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There are lunch specials every day.

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The restaurant has a daily special priced at around $20, which is cheap for the area.

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You should make a reservation.

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Japanese restaurant

Small Japanese restaurant offers a warm, cozy atmosphere with dim lighting and a calm, friendly vibe. Locals frequent the spot for reasonably priced, high-quality sushi and popular takeout options. Seating at the sushi bar provides an immersive culinary experience.

Lunch comes out quickly with fresh bento box specials and good sushi options. Meals are filling but do not include soup or salad.

Sushi features fresh, delicate fish with consistently solid quality over 20 years. The omakase offers an outstanding selection, and the sushi bar downstairs provides an immersive culinary experience.

People are saying

"The Japanese food here is always fresh and great."

"The salmon teriyaki and salmon avocado rolls were impressive."

"The sushi here is always fresh and delicious."

Good to know

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Diners should secure a spot at the sushi bar downstairs for an immersive culinary adventure.

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The restaurant is popular among locals for dining and takeout.

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The prices are reasonable.

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Japanese restaurant

Japanese restaurant offers a roomy, cozy setting with dim lighting and a waterfall that create an inviting atmosphere. The vibe is clean and welcoming, suitable for families and accommodating dietary restrictions. Sushi features fresh fish with standout salmon and spicy tuna rolls.

Sushi lunch specials offer great value with excellent service from Amanda and Nini. The atmosphere is lovely, making lunch a pleasant experience.

Freshness stands out with every piece of sushi served. The salmon sushi and sashimi are particularly notable for their quality and flavor.

People are saying

"The sushi here is among the best in the city."

"I thought the sushi here was the best on the Upper West Side."

"This lunch spot has really fresh and tender fish."

Good to know

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The restaurant's health code rating dropped from an A to a B in August 2023.

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The restaurant accommodates dietary restrictions and ensures no cross-contamination.

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Expect to pay around $27 for a meal that may not meet expectations.

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