Excellent service and food On this visit, I really enjoyed the crispy rice sushi. Limited menu. Small space with only bar seating read more

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When a great place becomes crap you wonder. That was tonight. The counter server could care less and gave that level of service. I even asked the waitress what was closing time since maybe I was keeping him. Nope. Sounds like he just has a crap attitude. The way I feel these days, I'd rather the spot be empty for a bit and filled by a business that cares about customers. Much better sushi spots in the hood especially when you are paying for an Omakase. And yes, I do "realize' it's a set price meal. Shame on you. read more

I've only ever done takeout BUT with the 40% off for teachers and nurses all month, I decided I'd try to eat at the sushi bar. I treated myself to a sake flight and omakase. This was a delectable meal. All bites were good but the eel was my favorite. Would love to come back to try the hand rolls and more of the menu! Till next time! read more

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Just had an amazing tuna Togo! Oh my god it was absolutely wonderful! I love that they have the Resturant and they have to Togo place next door! The service was so nice and so fast! They are great and the ambiance of the place was clean and cute! I'll def order again read more

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Placed order, was bought out to my car as parking is scarce. Excellent service & stellar customer service. Staffers were cordial and professional, that compliments the excellent food too. The warm ambiance captures the same feel, like the outside neon blue light; transfixed the atmosphere read more

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Absolutely love this place. Quickly became one of my favorite sushi bars ever. Staff is super friendly and the fish and sushi are so yummy. It's so fresh, quickly made, and it's a great experience to watch the chef make it right in front of you. The vibe is all around great in here and I've come every week since my first time. read more

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Ordered here for pickup via uber eats given a promo they had and had a pleasant experience. The food was ready in 30 minutes for pickup as noted on the app. All of the choices we ordered were in the bag but there were no utensils. For choices we ordered the scallop nigiri, salmon sashimi, hot box which included 4 rolls (yellowtail jalapeño, spicy blue crab, spicy tuna and spicy salmon) and the lobster crispy rice. All the sushi was fresh and my favorite bites were the salmon sashimi and scallop nigiri. The staff provided ginger soy sauce and wasabi which were all individually wrapped and packaged. read more

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Since my 1st review on their takeout, we've had happy hour here twice. Our go to rolls are lobster, salmon avocado, yellowtail and unagi. The miso cod special is flaky, not overly seasoned and always a solid dish. The cocktails are consistently good, sake flight is great and I cannot have enough of the cold sapporo drafts. This is a special kind of place in a special spot...UWS-ers, we've seen restaurants open and then close too soon. If you live in the neighborhood, this is the kind of place that you will be disappointed if it closes, so let's get the yelp rating to 5 stars. BOTTOM LINE: This is the kind of establishment for those who don't need frills, want quality at reasonable prices, and appreciate speedy and consistent service! read more

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I grabbed dinner here before a show at lincoln center. There's not much seating if dining in but luckily I was able to get seated rather quickly. It seems like a popular spot for the locals or solo diners. The sushi was just okay, I feel like the fish isn't super fresh and I also didn't like that it was warmer fish than usual. I also didn't have much flavor either. And the rice was a little undercooked. Usually I would give it a pass but since I paid a lot of money, I expected higher quality. read more

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I thought the portions were too small for the price. It has a nice atmosphere and the guy with the torch was fun to watch. The service was also good. But overall, the food wasn't filling or satisfying for me. read more

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Great sushi perfect sizing I will be back again and again can't get enough and will bringing more friends

The food is really fresh and good here. Lunch specials are the way to go, I don't know that I would ever come just come for a la carte due to the prices. Lunch deal is great, you have a selection of $30, $34, $40 options, which you order x number of items from their normal menu. I got the $40 you get 1 appetizer or sashimi and 6 nigiri pieces (3 types) and 2 handrolls. Any of the items from their menu. Each nigiri order ranges $6-14, and handrolls are $8-14, so it really is a good deal if you'll eat it all. read more

The delivery through uber eats was fast but it feels like sushi from department store. Precooked and etc. I ate it as I was hungry but now I regretted it. Will not order anymore for sure read more

My second time coming to this location. The first time I came in the late afternoon between lunch and dinner. The chef was basically setting up and we had the place to ourselves. The chef was extremely gracious and let us try some fish we had never eaten before. I noticed that the sushi prep is different here, there are elements added like freshly shaved truffles, tiny dollops of uniquely flavored chutneys or jams, or seasoned and cooked grains added to the top of the fish. I returned after two years and realized it wasn't a fluke or a one time thing. We had the Omakase and it was one of the best experiences for sushi that I can remember. Chef Tenzin is a real artist. The level of creativity in the food is just spectacular. Very special place. It's kind of being slept on by the Locals. The $75 Omakase is the best deal in the city. read more

Came here for happy hour. In terms of ambience, it's a small intimate space. We ordered a bunch of hand rolls, lobster, spicy crab, yellowtail, salmon avocado, spicy tuna and crispy rice. I ordered the honey bee drink and another drink with cucumber. The drinks were tasty but super light I felt like I was drinking mocktails with soo much ice. I can typically eat 2 rolls and feel full, these were barely filled after eating 3 rolls i felt I just ate a snack. Service was fine, she took our orders but food came out before our drinks and we did have to get her to order more. I wouldn't return based on quantity for the price, if I paid full price for those items and was starving and needed more cocktails, I would be pissed. We ended our time there and moved to another restaurant for cocktails and ate when we came home. read more

Solid local Manhattan chain for sushi. Works great for both takeout and dine-in. The fish is fresh and good quality, especially for the price. Sure, you can find higher-end sushi in the city, but this is a great budget-friendly spot that still delivers on taste and quality. read more

Really lovely happy hour experience before a show at Lincoln Center. The only problem is with sushi (especially good sushi), I could just go on and on and on. Really peaceful, relaxing experience, and really enjoyed watching the chefs at work behind the bar. read more

This was my first experience at Bondi Sushi. They have separate entrances for dining in and take-out. I'd ordered a Build Your Own Bowl ($25+) online and my order was ready for pick-up on their shelf. For the bowl, I'd chosen: - Base: Half White Rice / Half Greens - Protein: Ponzu Marinated Salmon - Veggies: Sliced Avocado, Edamame, Pickled Cucumbers - Toppings: Masago Roe, Pickled Ginger It was a generous portion, although I guess for $25+, you would expect no less. It was like a poke bowl and I loved all of the toppings, although the salmon was not marinated and I wish there was more avocado. Also, it may be difficult to tell in the photo, but they put in a ton of pickled cucumbers. While they are flavorful and delicious, they are high in sodium and no one should be eating that much. The bowl overall was great and non-marinated salmon would actually be a good option to have. I was just expecting ponzu-marinated salmon, which is what I'd ordered, which is why it was disappointing. I would've taken it back but just didn't have the time. read more

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This is just a review of the takeout, which, sadly, was gummy and tasteless. The Spicy tuna was not spicy. I was excited to try them, and alas, was disappointed. read more

I've been spending most of my time outside the city but I was at my place across the street from Bondi Sushi UWS and thought I'd give it a try. Since Sushi Yasaka opened I only go there when I eat sushi out in the neighborhood. I got an order to pick up. I ordered the bliss box with a spicy tuna, spicy crab roll plus unagi. The food was ready quickly. There to go packages make it easy to eat. The food was nice and fresh. read more

I didn't even bother to look at the bad reviews, today is my third time here and I absolutely love it. It's the best crispy rice I've had in a long time. The service is great, ambience is great. It's tiny, but warm and inviting. What's not to love? They have a great happy hour. read more

I order from uber eats and this is the worst sushi I've ever had. The crab tasted so bad I was worried it was expired. All the fish was mediocre at best and concerning at worst. Don't order the crispy rice either cause it's not even crispy??? read more

It was okay. The fish was fresh and pretty good. I got the Yellowtail Jalapeño and it was good as it was just fish/sashimi. As for the rolls and nigiri, I really did not enjoy the rice at all, and it completely ruined the taste. read more

Fish was fine, sushi rice was bleh, everything screamed trying to be cute and cool, but all I want is deliciousness and a much better price. Yasaka, Gari, Sushi W are all way better. read more

Great addition to the neighborhood! Small spot with only bar seating which makes a great place to stop in on the way home from work or to meet a friend for dinner. The ambiance has a great low key and classy vibe that makes you not want to leave. I ordered the sake and crispy rice with spicy tuna and the yellowtail. Both were absolutely incredible. The fish was very fresh and prepared with sauces that fit perfectly. The waitress was very attentive and professional. Extra added bonus: towards the end of the meal the waitress said she was pouring champagne in the back and asked if we wanted some. Pretty hard to say no to :-) All in all, this likely will be my new neighborhood go-to spot for sushi. Simple yet delicious menu that makes me want to come back for her and over until I try the whole thing! read more

Bar seating only. The chef will only give you a few pieces of your order at once. Ok sushi. No hot sake or open bar. Expensive compared to better restaurants. read more

Had an okay experience here. My friend recommended it after our first choice was a bust. We were seated at the end of the U-shaped bar, which was nice, because no one was on the other side of us. My friend suggested the lunch special. I think they must've recently raised their prices, because the online prices are lower than what was on the in-store menu. I chose the "smallest" option at $26, which included appetizer, 2 nigiri, and one hand roll. She chose the middle option at $33, which included appetizer, 4 nigiri, and 2 hand rolls. In retrospect, I should've chosen that option, as I left a bit hungry! I wanted to order a cocktail and saw the menu was mostly sake and soju so settled for a soju cocktail. After multiple interactions with the waitress, who said the full cocktail list wasn't available, she finally returned (after she tended to multiple large groups who just arrived) and said actually they *all* were available. :| I ordered my original choice, the Bumblebee, which ended up being so light and sweet, it almost felt non-alcoholic. My friend was served the yellowtail jalapeno appetizer next, which was good. Then we were both given hand-held rolls, with the chef saying something like "sorry for the delay". We were confused because we hadn't yet gotten any other dishes yet. I thought maybe it was complimentary because of the delay with drinks. We later found out that this was actually the lobster hand roll! I wish I had taken more time to enjoy it, but devoured it thinking more food was coming. We finally got the nigiri - I inhaled my two pieces of Seared o Toro. As I never got my appetizer, my friend asked for it - the spicy edamame. It was a little soggy but flavorful. The overall experience was fine - the service was decent considering how many people were dining at the time - but it felt like we paid a lot for a few pieces of high-quality sushi. Overall I might stick to my more "hole-in-the-wall" sushi spots when I need my sushi fix! read more

Is this place pricey? Yes. Isn't all sushi? Yes. Did I order with uber eats coupon? Yes. I really liked this sushi, though the order was small, it was still quite filling. You shouldn't really stuff yourself with sushi but the more you can eat at $27 price level, the quality probably suffers. I really loved the salmon & tuna rolls. They tasted fresh & the texture was very soft. My least favorite roll was salmon & jalapeños. The jalapeños tasted pickled & had a sour after taste. Overall I would not mind stopping by & dining in to taste other options. read more

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This location refused to honor the advertisement of a "Free BLISS BOX for runners with medal (one per person!)" November 2 - 9 for the NYC marathon runners. Came here to try the Bliss box because they are located near where I live. Guess what: I will not be returning because they are not honoring their promotions! I did order a couple of additional pieces of sushi and they are SMALL portions. Quality is okay but portions are TINY and also there is only bar seating and the bar swivel seats have no backs. read more

Bondi Sushi - UWS, NYC Stepped into Bondi Sushi on the Upper West Side for lunch. I had never tried Bondi Sushi in person, but when I get a sushi craving it's my go-to food delivery order. I ordered their lunch special. What I ordered: - Seared Tuna Tataki - Seared A5 Wagyu Nigiri - Seared O Toro with Truffle Salt Nigiri - Yellowtail Scallion Handroll - Salmon Ikura Handroll The Seared Tuna Tataki was delicious. The outer sear was well-seasoned and spicy, and the interior velvety and tender. The garnish provided freshness to each bite and great texture from the roe. The Seared A5 Wagyu Nigiri was a treat. The marbling on the beef and the light sear enhanced the natural richness of the meat. It melted in the mouth and left a lingering, savory taste. The Seared O Toro with Truffle Salt Nigiri was also pleasant. The truffle salt did not have a strong truffle flavor, but the salt elevated the already decadent O Toro. Moving on to the handrolls, the Yellowtail Scallion was a fresh, crisp contrast to the richness of the previous dishes. The Salmon Ikura Handroll was a burst of oceanic flavor. The ikura provided a popping texture, complementing the salmon well. It was a delightful crescendo to an already exceptional meal. Bondi Sushi offers a lunch special that is reasonably priced at $32, considering the quality of the sushi and the artful execution of each dish. The attentive service and inviting ambiance added to the overall experience. Rating: 9/10 Price: $$ @delish.destinations on IG for more reviews read more

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Takeout review: easy, quick, delicious. Pricing is about expected for NYC. Decent value Lunch set: for the smaller one, which was well portioned for a light meal and generous on the fish side of the fish to rice ratio. Would probably need to go two sizes up or get additional hand rolls if I wasn't going for a light lunch. Bar seating only read more

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Causal, fast spot for better than average sushi and wont empty your wallet. I liked the crispy rice and torched pieces. Service is quick. Ambiance is simple, but tight space. Counter seating only, but I like that so you can watch the sushi chefs in action. Nothing fancy or pretentious, just a casual, but satisfying spot! read more

I usually get take out from here. Good sushi, reliable quality. Just overpriced for what you get in my opinion. read more

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I love this place. It is a quaint spot with bar seating only. Perfect to come to by yourself and enjoy some delicious sushi. The food is always fresh and made right in front of you. The servers are also super friendly and will guide you through the menu! Can't wait to come back. Also great happy hour deal! read more

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Love this place. The food is much higher quality than you would expect for the price. Great happy hour deals as well. The servers are always very attentive and accommodating. read more

Dine-in is much better than the take out. The sushi is made to order and paced out so you can enjoy each bite. Counter seating only. Not meant for large groups. Service was at par. Nothing too over the top or sloppy. I would recommend eating there to get better quality sushi. read more

Really delicious. I sat at the bar and, although the waitstaff was slow, the sushi chef was amazing! He kept checking in on me. The sushi was really fresh and delicious. I highly recommend the king salmon and scallop nigiri, as well as the salmon and ikura and toro and scallion hand roll. I also like the chu toro nigiri. The botan ebi nigiri was the only one I didn't care for. Overall, a great spot for a quick meal. read more

Got bait and switched by their Director, Caitlin, who offered me a $30 credit for being part of their "First Look List" on their opening day. (I scanned the QR code on the window, because I walk by it every day). When I went to pay the bill, there was no credit in my account and the manager was totally unapologetic, even though I had shown him my email. Though customer service eventually resolved the issue via email, that interaction helped me decide that I don't need to eat here again. During my entire meal I was thinking about how over-priced the food was for the portion size. If you're looking to spend $150 and leave hungry this may be the place for you. As far as the food goes, I ordered the 12 piece omakase for $70 and my partner ordered the 5 hand rolls for $40. The cuts of fish were smaller than average and the flavor was hit or miss. The pieces I liked the most were the scallop with lime and toro. In my opinion, Bondi subscribes to many of the faults that plague NYC restaurants -- it doesn't deliver the value to match the price tag. There are so many other omakase places that will knock your socks off, but this isn't one of them. read more

Great bites with a great lunch menu. Scallop was remarkably good, as was the salmon toast. My son loved the wagyu.

I am a sushi lover, and have been to various sushi restaurants over the years, and Bondi is by far my favorite. The fish is always fresh, and delicious enough to be a sensual experience with every bite. The service is good, and the atmosphere warm. It is easy to observe the chefs at work, and they are talented artists. The menu is not extensive, but carefully curated and creative. The happy hour prices are good, especially in our current economic climate. Be careful, because if you visit Bondi, you may develop an addiction to it, as I have. read more

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