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Best Sushi in New York

Compare 12 ranked candidates for Sushi in New York, using the available dish evidence. Check the mentions, coverage and venue details before choosing.

Plan your visit to Phoshime

165 E 33rd St, New York, NY 10016, United States

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The verdict at a glance

Top 5 for Sushi in New York

  1. 1PhoshimeNew YorkPhoshime’s sushi is a standout, frequently praised for its incredibly fresh fish and beautifully crafted...9.0
  2. 2The Pho LexingtonNew YorkThe Pho Lexington is a top-rated spot for Sushi in New York.7.1
  3. 3Vinyl SteakhouseNew YorkVinyl Steakhouse is a top-rated spot for Sushi in New York.7.1
  4. 4Bua Thai Ramen & Robata GrillNew YorkBua Thai Ramen & Robata Grill is a top-rated spot for Sushi in New York.7.0
  5. 5Churrascaria Plataforma SteakhouseNew YorkChurrascaria Plataforma Steakhouse is a top-rated spot for Sushi in New York.7.0
Sushi at Phoshime
#1 Ranked
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Japanese · New York

165 E 33rd St, New York, NY 10016, United States

Phoshime

Phoshime’s sushi is a standout, frequently praised for its incredibly fresh fish and beautifully crafted rolls. Many reviewers highlighted the quality of the rice—remarkably light and flavourful—complementing the vibrant seafood perfectly. This restaurant truly shines for those seeking an authentic Japanese experience and a sophisticated meal, particularly ideal for discerning individuals who appreciate expertly prepared sushi.

Winner Verdict

Overwhelmingly Positive

Score

9.0

Mentions

24

Sentiment

96%

Plan the visit

Website

Hours

Open - Closes 11:30 pm

Phone

+1 917-815-1661

Dated dish reviews

How it holds over time

Holding steady

Looking at the feedback over the past few years, Phoshime’s sushi appears to be maintaining a fairly consistent level of popularity amongst diners. While there's been a slight dip in the proportion of positive ratings – from a perfect record to 91% – the overall sentiment regarding the quality of their sushi remains largely favourable, with customers still consistently praising its freshness.

1–4 years ago

100%

positive across 13 dated dish reviews

Last 12 months

91%

positive across 11 dated dish reviews

Evidence behind this ranking

Updated 2026-09-02

Collected review count: not separately recorded for every candidate in this ranking.

Dated Review Activity (last 24 months)

Very Positive

33 of 50 mentions have usable recent dates (0 undated, 17 older).

Jul 25Jan 26
PositiveNegative

This dataset contains 12 ranked candidates and 24,443 source-listed restaurant reviews. That total includes other dishes and is not the number of review texts collected. 24 recorded dish mentions are associated with Phoshime. Coverage is incomplete; a ranking is not a firsthand review.

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Runners up

Top 12 around New York

Review guide

The evidence behind the best Sushi in New York

This guide expands the ranking into the review patterns behind the best Sushi in New York, using only pages with enough restaurant and review signal to support a fuller breakdown.

Reviews

24,443+

Restaurants

12

Updated

2026-09-02

Why the winner leads

Why Phoshime ranks #1 for Sushi

Phoshime’s sushi is a standout, frequently praised for its incredibly fresh fish and beautifully crafted rolls. Many reviewers highlighted the quality of the rice—remarkably light and flavourful—complementing the vibrant seafood perfectly. This restaurant truly shines for those seeking an authentic Japanese experience and a sophisticated meal, particularly ideal for discerning individuals who appreciate expertly prepared sushi.

How the shortlist compares

Where the other top Sushi spots stand out

The rest of the ranking still matters because Sushi searches are rarely one-size-fits-all. These are the clearest review-backed differences among the next-best places.

  • The Pho Lexington: The Pho Lexington is a top-rated spot for Sushi in New York.
  • Vinyl Steakhouse: Vinyl Steakhouse is a top-rated spot for Sushi in New York.
  • Bua Thai Ramen & Robata Grill: Bua Thai Ramen & Robata Grill is a top-rated spot for Sushi in New York.
  • Churrascaria Plataforma Steakhouse: Churrascaria Plataforma Steakhouse is a top-rated spot for Sushi in New York.

How to choose

Choosing Sushi in New York

Use this ranking as a shortlist, not just a winner announcement: Phoshime is the strongest overall signal, while the runners up show where reviewers found different strengths across New York.

  • 24,443 source-listed restaurant reviews are associated with 12 ranked candidates; these are not all collected review texts.
  • Phoshime has 24 Sushi mentions and a 96% sentiment score.
  • The current review verdict is overwhelmingly positive.
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Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

What is the best Sushi in New York?

Phoshime in New York is currently ranked #1 for Sushi in New York, among 12 candidates in our available dataset. Phoshime’s sushi is a standout, frequently praised for its incredibly fresh fish and beautifully crafted rolls. Many reviewers highlighted the quality of the rice—remarkably light and flavourful—complementing the vibrant seafood perfectly.

Which other Sushi places in New York come close?

The Pho Lexington, Vinyl Steakhouse, Bua Thai Ramen & Robata Grill round out the top of the ranking. Each earned strong dish-specific praise in recent reviews — the full shortlist below covers 12 ranked restaurants.

How is the best Sushi in New York decided?

BiteRanked compares candidates using available restaurant ratings and dish mentions. Listing review totals are not collected review counts. Coverage is incomplete; the recorded ranking update is 2026-09-02. Read our methodology for scoring and limitations.