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A thin slice of fresh salmon is the only thing that satisfies a craving for clean, raw fish.

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Updated May 2026
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Japanese restaurant

Upscale Japanese restaurant blends modern elegance with cozy intimacy in a spacious, stylishly designed interior. Lighting and music create a soothing atmosphere suited for quiet dinners or date nights. Cocktails and sake stand out as notable features alongside quality sushi and hand rolls.

Top level sashimi offers fresh, good quality cuts. Sushi and sashimi mix comes together well for a solid experience.

Salmon appears in several forms, including fatty salmon belly yakitori with a bitter umami taste and spicy salmon rolls. The salmon crispy rice and spicy salmon pizza add variety to the menu.

People are saying

"I found the food here to be fresh and delicious."

"The sashimi here is of good quality and fresh."

"You have to try the fatty salmon belly yakitori."

Good to know

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Happy hour drinks are available, making it a good time to visit.

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Cyan Izakaya is conveniently located right off Queensboro Plaza.

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Expect higher prices compared to typical dining options in the area.

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Restaurant

Restaurant offers cozy authentic atmosphere with warm lighting and soft wood accents. Space feels clean and comfortable, with attentive staff creating a relaxed vibe. Sushi and sashimi stand out for their freshness and quality, making it a notable spot for value-conscious diners.

Slices come thick and fresh with a buttery texture that melts in your mouth. Presentation is beautiful and perfectly chilled, with pieces that are good sized and smooth.

Salmon stands out for its freshness and quality across dishes like sashimi, carpaccio, and torched preparations. The salmon pairs well with other seafood like scallops and tuna, making it a consistent highlight.

People are saying

"I found the all-you-can-eat Japanese food to be a great value."

"The sashimi here is so fresh and delicious."

"The salmon here is so fresh, I'd recommend it."

Good to know

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The all-you-can-eat lunch is priced at $39.99 on weekends.

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A charge of $0.50 applies for each leftover piece of sushi.

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Reservations are recommended during peak hours to avoid long waits.

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Sushi restaurant offers both outdoor and indoor seating, including private booths and a dog-friendly outdoor area. Atmosphere shifts from quiet and cozy to lively and crowded on weekend evenings, making it suitable for couples and groups. The bar features two TVs and serves a variety of sake and cocktails during happy hour.

Sashimi comes in an excellent platter with fresh cuts. It pairs well with other dishes like teriyaki tofu bento.

Salmon offers an amazing taste with a very flavorful spicy salmon roll. The teriyaki chicken and salmon combo also stands out as excellent.

People are saying

"The Japanese food, especially the sushi and ramen, is amazing."

"The sashimi here is fresh, well-portioned, and beautifully presented."

"The salmon here has an amazing, flavorful taste."

Good to know

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Happy hour runs from 12pm to 10pm with various drink specials.

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Hot sake is $3 during happy hour until 10 PM.

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Cocktails are $8 during happy hour.

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Japanese restaurant

Cozy space with Shibuya street food style decor and casual bar atmosphere creates an authentic Japanese vibe. Music and lighting add to the calm, inviting energy. Creative cocktails like the Espresso Martini complement the experience.

Sashimi comes perfectly seasoned and works well over rice. The sake sashimi don stands out as a great shareable dish, and the sashimi pairs nicely with other items like mackerel.

Salmon dishes feature freshness and seasoned flavor. Options include salmon don, salmon carpaccio, and a salmon poke bowl, plus a salad with salmon and tuna topped with wasabi aioli.

People are saying

"I loved the Japanese food here, especially the udon and skewers."

"The salmon poke bowl was amazing and seasoned perfectly."

"The sashimi here was perfectly seasoned."

Good to know

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The restaurant takes reservations on Google.

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The fish plate costs over $30.

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Expect large portions for most dishes.

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Authentic Japanese restaurant

Cozy setting with a quiet, inviting atmosphere and friendly, familiar staff. Offers three sushi spots in one location with consistently fresh, high-quality sushi and flavorful dishes like spicy Kamikaze roll and Hokkaido uni. Maintains neighborhood charm under new management while adding creative touches.

Super fresh fish makes the sashimi stand out. The menu includes a variety of sashimi, including a set option that pairs well with other dishes like vegetable tempura and rolls.

Salmon dishes feature a rich sake flavor in the teriyaki dinner box and appear in special sushi pieces like king salmon foie gras. Rolls often combine salmon with other fish and ingredients, such as in the spicy Kamikaze roll packed with tuna, salmon, yellowtail, avocado, and tobiko.

People are saying

"I found the sushi and ramen here to be exceptional."

"The spicy Kamikaze roll with salmon is super flavorful."

"The sashimi here is super fresh."

Good to know

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Reservations are not required, but it's best to arrive early during peak hours.

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The restaurant offers a variety of sushi and ramen options at reasonable prices.

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Expect generous portion sizes for both sushi and ramen dishes.

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Japanese grocery store

Small space stocked with carefully curated Japanese imports creates a calm and elegant vibe. Outdoor seating with a few tables adds a relaxed touch. Known for fresh, high-quality sushi and specialty items not found elsewhere in the area.

Fresh sashimi bowls and nigiri bento showcase high-quality ingredients and attention to detail. The sashimi matches standards found in high-end Japanese restaurants and markets.

Salmon shines in the bento box and salmon bowl, both prepared with care. The miso salmon bento stands out, and the chirashi includes premium ingredients like uni and ikura.

People are saying

"The sushi here is so fresh and delicious."

"The salmon here is so fresh and fatty, it's delicious."

"I found the sashimi here to be very fresh and authentic."

Good to know

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You should call a week in advance and pre-order the fatty tuna cuts.

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On Motherโ€™s Day, I had to call days ahead to order the Kaisen Don bowls to ensure availability.

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Wheat is not noted as an allergen in items that contain soy sauce.

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Japanese restaurant

Small Japanese restaurant offers authentic sushi prepared by chefs at the bar. Atmosphere feels warm and cozy with friendly, modest hospitality creating a relaxed, home-like vibe. Walls display quirky art and photography, adding a fun, personal touch to the space.

Every slice of sashimi is buttery and fresh with clean flavors and no fishy smell. The sashimi pairs well with traditional sushi and nigiri options.

Salmon options include spicy salmon sushi, teriyaki salmon bento box, and salmon rolls. The Toro cuts of salmon are perfectly sliced and portioned, and the salmon rolls are always fresh.

People are saying

"The ramen here has tender pork and a flavorful broth."

"The sashimi here is buttery, fresh, and has super clean flavors."

"The salmon here is incredibly fresh."

Good to know

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The restaurant does not deliver; pick up is required for takeout.

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You must sit at a table to order ramen, not at the sushi bar.

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Ramen with seared tuna, sushi set, and salad costs $26.

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Japanese restaurant

Small space offers a cozy, relaxed vibe with quiet atmosphere and occasional K-pop music. Chefs show pride in fresh, high-quality sushi with attention to detail. Popular for intimate dining and takeout, it feels welcoming without crowding.

Sashimi here comes fresh and without any fishy smell, featuring tender tuna, buttery salmon, and succulent shrimp. Portions can be generous, like in the salmon lover's special, and the option to have it without rice is available.

Salmon appears in several dishes like the salmon lover's special with more sashimi pieces than shown in photos, and the salmon skin salad featuring crispy skin and balanced flavors. Salmon sushi is available, sometimes on sale, but individual pieces cost around $4.

People are saying

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

"The sashimi here is so fresh, I could really taste the quality."

"Chef Peter's sushi rolls are like artwork."

Good to know

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Lunch special on rolls is available only Monday to Saturday until 3 PM.

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Prices are very reasonable for the quality of sushi offered.

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Dumplings are available at a great deal.

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Sushi restaurant

Japanese-style sushi restaurant offers a beautiful interior with elegant decor and Michelin star-style tables. Atmosphere stays romantic and quiet, perfect for winding down with chill vibes. The space suits groups and features warm, casual yet high-quality dining.

Freshness stands out with high quality sashimi served daily. Options include a sashimi lunch bento and combos topped with a special sauce and oil.

Fresh salmon features in various dishes like the salmon bento box, salmon poke bowl, and fire sushi. The salmon melts in your mouth and appears in unique items like the eggplant sandwich with fried eggplant, lobster salad, and spicy tuna.

People are saying

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

"I found the sashimi to be really fresh."

"The salmon here is so fresh, it just melts in your mouth."

Good to know

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Happy hour runs from Monday to Friday, 4-7 PM, and weekends from 12-4 PM.

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The happy hour offers $5 rolls and $8 martinis.

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The restaurant charges a $2 delivery fee for orders under $40.

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