I have dined at Aoyu in person, and ordered take out multiple times. The food is always delicious- fresh fish and produce. I also enjoy the kitchen apps and entrées- the miso eggplant and agedashi tofu are great appetizers. The salmon teriyaki is always perfectly cooked and accompanied by fresh vegetables. As other reviewers have mentioned- the construction of the rolls can suffer at times- for me this usually looks like 1 at most 2 pieces losing their integrity when I pick them up. My friends and I agree that this is Riverdale, not A sushi hotspot desitation and we would rather sacrifice a point on the physical construction /proper sushi technique than go somewhere else that has beautiful perfectly rolled sushi- with less fresh fish or rolls that are more rice than filling. Also- the sushi IS good! I usually go for salmon, tuna and a sweet potato tempura roll The lunch specials (monday-saturday until 3:15 pm) are a really good deal and come with pretty good miso soup and a fresh side salad. I am appreciative that they run a little later in the day as well. Aoyu has always been very reasonable abt modifications- there is no upcharge for brown rice for lunch bento- easy to request veggie instead of pork gyoza, and I really don't like crab- imitation or otherwise- so they always let me sub a cucumber avocado roll instead. Thanks for being such a great restaurant in riverdale Aoyu! read more

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Had the shrimp &veg tempura bento box for lunch. Fresh and delicious. Restaurant has nice ambiance. Good portions and decent service. Was concerned that it was just a sushi restaurant but not so. It successfully covers the bases. Recommend. read more

Aoyu Sushi - Miso soup and salad. - Japanese Near Me - Bronx, New York

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Nice little restaurant with quality fish. Cozy atmosphere with low key lighting and tasteful decor. Pretty much a basic selection on the menu, no real big surprises here, but it is all fresh and delicious. Everything from sushi sets to omakase, ramen, rolls, soup dumplings and other well-known Japanese dishes. Generous portions at a decent price. It is sushi after all. The staff is attentive and the service is excellent. Good for lunch, dinner or take out. The intimate atmosphere makes it a nice place to take a date as well... read more

Aoyu Sushi - View towards front of the restaurant - Japanese Near Me - Bronx, New York

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I came late to the restaurant around 2:30 PM with my party of four, knowing they closed at 3:15 PM. We made sure to order promptly so as not to inconvenience the staff. Food (4/5): The food itself was solid. The sushi quality and pricing for lunch are both pretty good. I ordered a two-roll combo and the omakase chirashi, which I shared with a guest, and both were fresh and enjoyable. The only downside was that our salmon bento box took the longest to come out, and since we prefer to wait until everyone has their dish before eating, it threw off the flow of the meal a bit. Still, for three lunch roll combos, one appetizer, a bento, and an omakase chirashi, the bill came to around $200 with tip, which felt fair for the amount and quality. Service (3/5): This was where the experience fell flat. Normally, dinner service here is fine, but this lunch service was disappointing. I understand the staff was rushing near closing time, but staring at us while we were waiting for our last dish to come out felt rude and unwelcoming. The worst part was after my husband signed the bill -- the server immediately asked, "How much did you tip?" before even opening the check book. We had tipped 20%, but I was mortified to be asked that directly, and her follow-up of "Okay, that's good" made it even more uncomfortable. She tried to smooth things over by asking if she had seen us before, but at that point the damage was done. Overall: I understand we came close to closing, but if that's going to be an issue, either don't seat us or make sure the service remains courteous. The food was enjoyable, but the service left a bad taste in my mouth. Honestly, I probably won't come back for lunch, though I might give dinner another chance since my past experiences there were better read more

Aoyu Sushi - Chirashi - Japanese Near Me - Bronx, New York

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The food was wonderful! So fresh and delicious! Service was great. Not cheap but worth every penny! You is definitely my go-to sushi place. Highly recommended! read more

Service was a bit stilted, but the ambiance and the food met our needs. Went out with my parents and kinda stumbled upon this place when the alternative was going to make us wait. Place was quiet at 5 PM or so, which just a couple of customers. My parents ordered a seared duck breast and grilled salmon entrees. I got a Foxy Lady roll. It was barely enough food to satisfy all three of us, but it was all quite tasty. If you find yourself in this part of town, I'd recommend stopping by. read more

Aoyu Sushi - Foxy Lady roll - Japanese Near Me - Bronx, New York

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Favorite place; be going several times a month, for several years. The ambiance and service is excellent. The sushi and sashimi ares fresh and great! If you plan to splurge, the Sushi chefs prepare an outstanding Omakase. Enjoy it! Daniel K. read more

Wow, what a discovery! We decided to try this place based on the Yelp reviews and the fact that it was within walking distance of where we were staying. What a gem of a place! The food is very fresh and excellently prepared. I had the salmon with sweet potato sticks. It came with a salad with a very delicious dressing on it. Hubby had sushi which he was very impressed with. The service was excellent, the place is very clean and pleasant to be in. We will definitely come back if we are in the area read more

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Food 10/10 Crazy that their omakase set for takeout is only 60 dollars and the fish is flown in from Totsuya fish market. Incredibly generous servings and the quality of the fish is superb. I was in actual shock when I took the first bite. The rice is alright, but the star of the show is always the fish so it doesn't really matter. So impressed by their supreme sushi and sashimi set. Better than some omakase spots in manhattan. So delicious and so close to home too I can't wait to return. read more

Aoyu Sushi - Omakase set - Japanese Near Me - Bronx, New York

The place is clean! The sushi is FRESH and DELICIOUS. The prices are reasonable and the service is quick! Aoyu sushi is the best sushi in the Bronx. read more

Every thing I order from the sushi counter here is completely incredible. I love sitting here and allowing the sushi chefs to take me on a journey. read more

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Dragon fly and intrepid roll with spicy mayo. Perfect go to. Service is always great. Place is always clean. It's a great location with parking always available. My go to sushi spot. read more

Awful dining experience. On New Year's Eve my wife and I went for a an early New Years dinner at Aoyu Sushi. It was early and not very crowded. From the moment we were seated the woman acting as a hostess/waitress/server was exceptionally rude and unprofessional. Every restaurant worker has a bad day. However, this was the second time we dealt with her rudeness. We complained to what appeared to be the manager and she was very apologetic. However, we will never go back there again. read more

Because it is in my neighborhood, I come here quite frequently. I believe Aoyu serves high-quality sushi, but I mostly come here for the pork ramen soup. Other soups and ramens are available, but the pork belly ramen is my personal favorite. The service has always been excellent, and whenever I order take-out, the food is always ready quickly. 4-ish stars. read more

Have been here to eat a couple times. The inside has a nice comfy vibe for sushi and chatting. I love sashimi and the quality was fantastic. The service is good very attentive to the point where multiple servers will ask you the same question which may be the only downside if that bothers you. very reasonable pricing will come back for sure read more

Best sushi in Riverdale! The service is what you would expect, super fast and to the point. It's very quiet but the tables are always taken. It's perfect for lunch. I ordered the truffle blue fin and the pink lady roll. The pink lady roll is out of this worlddddd. So fresh and all the right flavors. The only negative on the blue fin is that it was cooked and I guess I was expecting raw fish but it was delicious. If you are in the area this is the only place to stop for sushi. read more

Aoyu Sushi - Blue fin - Japanese Near Me - Bronx, New York

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Woah! Excellent sushi; freshest sushi I've had in a minute. Service was great; seated right away, and our order did not take long. Very clean, stylish decor. read more

Aoyu Sushi - Japanese Near Me - Bronx, New York

wow wow wow top tier authentic sushi located in riverdale area of the bronx! who would've thought? the quality of the ingredients is very fresh indeed and packed with flavors. i haven't had good sushi in awhile and this is better than places in manhattan and queens. i'm so glad i found this gem here and can't wait to go back again the ambiance is very clean and nice modern decoration. it's sleek and has a nice zen to it. i enjoyed dining in very much the service is very polite and kind and very helpful when selecting our sushi 10/10 A++ read more

Aoyu Sushi - shrimp shumai - Japanese Near Me - Bronx, New York

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The sashimi was very fresh and tasty. The black cod was excellent! The waiters were very attentive.

This place is still my favorite Sushi spot in all of NYC. The Supreme Omakase is such a good deal compared to anywhere else I have been. The sushi is elite level of freshness, and for the price, there is nothing I have experienced that is better. Sure, you can spend $400 for a Manhattan Omakase, but the $40 Aoyu Sushi supreme Omakase punches way above its weight and I would rather have 10 of those than 1 of a $400 omakase. read more

Great sushi, great service, what's not to love? The sushi is fresh, the drinks are delicious, and the staff makes you feel welcome. I enjoyed special rolls as well as the classics. The plum wine was a nice touch to compliment my meal. I loved the Naruto here but everything has been delightful. It's a small quiet date place so keep that in mind.sushi read more

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I thought I should do an update review since I haven't did a review since 2018. So because it is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, I thought I should express my opinion about one of my favorite restaurants. Sometimes in N.Y. you can visit establishments and get a bad vibe and be treated differently with rude behavior and sadly it can be due to race or ethnicity. I've been to this establishments on many occasions and not once did I feel uncomfortable and I was always treated with great respect and hospitality. The food is amazing. Its delicious. It's always fresh and never did I have anything taste fishy, smelly or old. The ambiance is amazing. It's can be a great place for lunch or dinner. It can be for any occasion. I recommend anything that says tempura. The prices are fair, but I recommend if your on a budget they have a great lunch menu with good pricing. There are alot of Asian cuisine in this area but this one is my favorite and the best!-Happy Yelping! read more

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All good- sushi, ramen, appetizers. Everything I've tried is really good! Even for take-out omakase, all the fish tasted very fresh. Dine-in is no frills, not fancy. Just a small, straightforward local sushi spot. But what matters is its clean, local, and service is pretty fast! Happy to have a local sushi spot with very fresh fish, and clean! read more

A true hidden gem!!! From the ambiance to the serice to the food this place was fantastic!!! Their sushi quality is unparalleled but do not pass on the delicious appetizers either. We tried the miso eggplant and garlic scallops, and they are both spectacular! The service is also excellent! read more

Great sushi, always fresh. I love the chicken katsu here too. Service is decent and atmosphere is great too.

Reliable really good sushi. The service is great as are the prices. The miso soup is very delicious along with their salad. Salmon teriyaki very good and the Shumai are great. Recommend this establishment. read more

Aoyu Sushi - Shrimp tempura and salmon avocado roll. - Japanese Near Me - Bronx, New York

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This is my go-to sushi space in my neighborhood. The food/presentation is always tasty and consistent. The restaurant has a small quaint vibe, and the quality is always fresh. The owners are always nice and friendly and altogether it's kept me returning often. It is a bit pricey, but you get what you pay for. I do recommend trying if you enjoy quality sushi! read more

Aoyu Sushi - avocado roll, yellowtail scallion, tuna roll, octopus & omelette sashimi. - Japanese Near Me - Bronx, New York

Took my grandma here for a late lunch. Tables were mildly full but the energy in the place was really chill. The waitresses and Host were exceptionally nice and very accommodating. I know most people have stigmas about eating Sushi in the Bronx. But this place really delivers on quality and freshness. The sushi specifically was quite good as I've been to some more higher end places and have had really bad sushi experiences. This is quite the little gem in the BX. read more

Aoyu Sushi - Chicken teriyaki - Japanese Near Me - Bronx, New York

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I walked into AOYU with great excitement, having heard many wonderful reviews about the food. My boyfriend swung open the door, and we took in the calming atmosphere. Only two customers were seated, awaiting their food. We were invited to sit anywhere we liked, so we chose a booth. As soon as we sat in the booth, the waiter stated, "We do not have lunch specials on Sunday." We then began reviewing the menu. The waiter returned and asked if we wanted anything to drink. We both requested water. Less than a minute later, a waitress came over to ask if we were ready to order. We politely told her we needed some time to look over the menu. She walked away but returned in less than a minute again, asking if we were ready. We reiterated that we needed a couple more minutes. She left but quickly came back once more, saying, "You ready now?" At this point, it had only been about three minutes since we had started looking at the menu. When she returned yet again just 45 seconds later, we were completely put off. It was unclear why there was such a rush to take our order, given that there were only two other diners in the restaurant. Feeling annoyed and pressured, we decided to leave. As we walked out, we thanked the staff, but the experience left a bad impression. I live in South Riverdale, and after this visit, I am unsure if I will return to AOYU. A great meal starts with great service, and unfortunately, this visit did not meet expectations. read more

Aoyu is reliably the best Japanese restaurant in Riverdale, and possibly in all of the Bronx! Aoyu consistently serves quality, authentic food, and provides excellent table and takeout service. read more

Cute 10-12 tables restaurant with great food and service. Conveniently located in downtown Riverdale. No need to drive into city to get good sushi anymore! read more

Aoyu Sushi - Sushi n sashimi combo platter. - Japanese Near Me - Bronx, New York

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My cousin and I are both sushi aficionados and have been almost everywhere in Westchester and Fort Lee, NJ. This cute place is definitely in my top 3. The nigiri is perfectly sized and has a good rice to fish ratio. The proteins are PLUMP AF and super fresh. The star of the show has to be their toro scallion though. Melts in your mouth. Our waitress was really friendly and attentive. Took our orders right away. If you're coming from Westchester, the trip to Riverdale for this hole-in-the-wall spot is worth it. read more

Aoyu Sushi - Passion Roll - Japanese Near Me - Bronx, New York

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Looks like I found a new soosh spot. We hail from Yonkers and if I'm being frank, Westchester sushi is very mid. Hubs and I were looking for a quick date night spot after my shift in the ICU, and this one is *chef's kiss*. We were seated fast, the ambience is nice, and the service is quick. Fish was fresh, seaweed in the sushi was crispy, and toro isn't priced as if it's from a super rare endangered species of sea creature. I loved it and he did as well. Hope to try the omakase platter next time! read more

Aoyu Sushi - Our spread: toro scallion and yellowtail scallion front row, spicy kani/tuna/salmon middle row, and special American Dream roll back row. - Japanese Near Me - Bronx, New York

ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! went for lunch with my son (16) and he had the sushi omakase while I had sushi and sashimi one. EVERY SINGLE THING was soo soo good! I specially the buttery, velvety uni from Hokkaido. My son also had a lunch portion of chicken Katsu, he absolutely loved it. I will definitely be returning with more friends, special thank you to Wayne the owner, the dedication and superb quality are beyond wonderful! Such a beautiful cozy atmosphere and space. Can't wait to return and try more things from such an amazing Chef read more

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I was there twice and not a fan. The first time I had sushi and the second time I had duck ramen. The flavor isn't the best and it's not so authentic as Japanese restaurant read more

Aoyu Sushi - Duck ramen - Japanese Near Me - Bronx, New York

Food is good, quick service and always accommodating. Their delivery service is non-stop! There is a staffer I would caution about as she is rather on the "brut" side. Not hospitable in her service and yet expectant; almost demanding of max. tipping. Little off putting. IMHO read more

The best in nyc! The freshest foods, prepared to perfection! The welcoming and professional staff! Always courteous! My go to for Japanese! read more

The ambiance was nice and the food was delicious! The service was good as well. 10/10

3.5 stars. 30 seats available at this quiet cute sushi place a couple of blocks away from the Bx7 bus line. We went for a late lunch on a Saturday afternoon (2:30p) and luckily the restaurant wasn't busy. They have some great lunch options. We went for a couple of staples, which both came with miso soup and a salad. Chirashi lunch (10 pieces of sashimi over rice): the fish was very fresh... I thoroughly enjoyed it; however, there was very little rice, and I left hungry... Considering how far you have to go to get here, you'd expect the $18 "lunch deal" to have more rice. Sushi & sashimi lunch (3 pieces of sushi, 9 of sashimi and 1 California roll): this $19.50 lunch "deal" was more filling. The fish was fresh, but I didn't find the whole thing to be particularly memorable. The roll was boring. Overall, I'm not sure I'd take subway AND bus all the way to this place again. We both left hungry and finished lunch elsewhere. read more

It's hard to find sushi spots in the Bronx but I found this on yelp and wow I'm so happy I found it. The ambience is gorgeous nice dim lights on the weekends come early it gets packed and it's not a large restaurant. They have happy hour Monday -Thursday I believe until like 3-4pm but I'm not too sure. I came here on the weekend for dinner and we were seated luckily we came just in time before the rush. My fiancé had the sashimi and I ordered a California roll, a crispy roll and shrimp tempura all the sushi were very fresh my fiancé just kept saying "HMmmm" Lol we definitely will be back. They also serve wine and saki here. read more

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