Affordable, fresh sushi on the UWS. Freq. recommended for lunch specials.
Sushi Yasaka is a beloved Japanese restaurant on the Upper West Side, frequently lauded for its exceptional value and fresh, high-quality sushi. While it may not be the most upscale establishment, it consistently delivers a satisfying dining experience, particularly with its highly recommended lunch specials.
This Japanese restaurant is highly recommended for its fresh sushi and excellent value, particularly its lunch specials. Dishes like the chopped toro and oshinko roll, blue crab California roll, and akadashi soup are highlighted as favorites. While some describe the ambiance as average or 'a bit dingy,' the quality of the sushi and the affordability make it a popular choice for both dine-in and takeout.
"The lunch specials are frequently recommended for their "insane value." Specific dishes that have been praised include the chopped toro and oshinko roll, blue crab California roll, and the akadashi soup."
Customers overwhelmingly praise Sushi Yasaka for its fresh sushi and exceptional value, especially its lunch specials. Some note it's not fancy, but the quality and price make it a local favorite.
Important Note
One commenter noted concerns about hygiene and the condition of serving boards, though this was countered by a mention of an 'A' health department rating. Another user described the dining space as not attractive or comfortable, suggesting it's better for takeout.
"This user suggested Sushi Yasaka is only worth going out of the way for if you are on the Upper West Side or visiting the Natural History Museum, as NYC has many other sushi places."
Neutral"Sushi Yasaka is recommended."
Positive"Sushi Yasaka on the UWS is recommended for its lunch specials, which offer many options and take reservations."
Positive"The commenter recommended Sushi Yasaka as their favorite place to order delivery from."
Positive"This user agreed with the recommendation of Sushi Yasaka."
Positive"Sushi Yasaka is listed as a recommendation for a restaurant."
Positive"Expresses extreme fondness for Sushi Yasaka, stating they would be devastated if it closed."
Positive"Expresses dissatisfaction with Sushi Yasaka after a recent visit, finding it unimpressive and agreeing with the sentiment that NYC sushi has a poor quality-to-price ratio."
Negative"Acknowledges Sushi Yasaka's long-standing reputation but notes a lack of updates since the 90s, particularly concerning the cleanliness of walls and the bus station."
Negative"Confirms Sushi Yasaka maintains an 'A' rating from the health department despite the previous comment about hygiene."
Neutral"Sushi Yasaka on the UWS is praised as a favorite affordable sushi spot with very fresh sushi, particularly mentioning their chopped toro and oshinko roll, blue crab California roll, and amazing akadashi soup."
Positive"Expresses disappointment with Sushi Yasaka's current state, citing hygiene concerns ('FILTHY') and the condition of their serving boards, despite previously loving the place."
Negative"The commenter defends Sushi Yasaka as great for newbies, even after experiencing other omakases and sushi in Japan and SF, acknowledging the perceived frustration with NYC sushi prices."
Positive"Sushi Yasaka on the UWS is recommended for sushi newbies due to its delicious offerings."
Positive"Yasaka on the Upper West Side is recommended for its lunch specials."
Positive"Describes Sushi Yasaka as average, fair-priced neighborhood sushi suitable for delivery, and notes the dining space is not attractive or comfortable."
Neutral"Sushi Yasaka is recommended for regular sushi and delivery."
Positive"Agrees that Sushi Yasaka is good, but disagrees with the hype around Sugarfish."
Positive"Sushi Yasaka is recommended for quality sushi."
Positive"Sushi Yasaka is mentioned as the only sushi restaurant that has previously caused food poisoning for the commenter."
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