TLDR
Neighborhood favorite for reliable, high-value sushi. Perfect for lunch specials and approachable, consistent Japanese dining.
Details
A neighborhood staple on the Upper West Side, this spot is widely celebrated for its reliable sushi and unbeatable lunch value [1], [2]. While many diners praise its accessibility for newcomers and quality delivery options, recent reports have sparked debate regarding the establishment's cleanliness and aging interior [3], [4]. Despite mixed opinions on its atmosphere, it remains a frequently recommended destination for those seeking consistent Japanese fare in the area [5].
Reddit Opinions & Reviews
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From post: Sushi Recommendations With Japanese Hot Food In
"The user highly recommends this restaurant for combining sushi with hot food options."
PositiveFrom post: Solo Dining Recommendations In Upper West Side
"Not the best sushi in town, but offers unbeatable lunch deals."
PositiveFrom post: Delish Lunch Upper West Side Dining Solo
"The lunch special at Sushi Yasaka is unmatched in value."
PositiveFrom post: Japanese Restaurants That Serve Plum Wine
"Yasaka was identified as a restaurant serving plum wine through a Google search."
PositiveFrom post: Favorite Crab Dish In Nyc
"Seconded the crab curry at Fish Cheeks and also recommended blue crab California rolls from Sushi Yasaka."
PositiveFrom post: Need Help With Good Dinner Places
"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."
NeutralFrom post: Japanese Restaurant For Picky Eater
"Sushi Yasaka is recommended."
PositiveFrom post: Japanese Restaurant For Picky Eater
"Sushi Yasaka on the UWS is recommended for its lunch specials, which offer many options and take reservations."
PositiveFrom post: Restaurants That Do Their Own Delivery
"The commenter recommended Sushi Yasaka as their favorite place to order delivery from."
PositiveFrom post: Solo Date Spot Near Beacon Theatre
"This user agreed with the recommendation of Sushi Yasaka."
PositiveFrom post: Solo Date Spot Near Beacon Theatre
"Sushi Yasaka is listed as a recommendation for a restaurant."
PositiveFrom post: Whats After Sugarfish
"Expresses extreme fondness for Sushi Yasaka, stating they would be devastated if it closed."
PositiveFrom post: Whats After Sugarfish
"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."
NegativeFrom post: Whats After Sugarfish
"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."
NegativeFrom post: Whats After Sugarfish
"Confirms Sushi Yasaka maintains an 'A' rating from the health department despite the previous comment about hygiene."
NeutralFrom post: Whats After Sugarfish
"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."
PositiveFrom post: Whats After Sugarfish
"Expresses disappointment with Sushi Yasaka's current state, citing hygiene concerns ('FILTHY') and the condition of their serving boards, despite previously loving the place."
NegativeFrom post: Whats After Sugarfish
"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."
PositiveFrom post: Whats After Sugarfish
"Sushi Yasaka on the UWS is recommended for sushi newbies due to its delicious offerings."
PositiveFrom post: Recommend Me A Restaurant
"Yasaka on the Upper West Side is recommended for its lunch specials."
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