Good service, fresh food. Perfect for satisfying a sushi craving while shopping. Will return again.

I've never been a big handroll guy. My mom (and only my mom) will tell you I'm a handsome guy. No one will tell you I'm a handy guy. I tried to be a handkerchief guy, but it didn't take. I'm becoming a Handmaid's Tale guy, sort of, and late. But I've never been a big handroll guy (nor a handcuffed guy...never been caught). Because you have to really love the nori to love the handroll, and it's never been my favorite aspect of sushi. That said, having eaten here at Daigo a handful of times, I can honestly say they've changed my mind. The fish is fresh and light, the rice properly seasoned, and the nori is crisp and perfect...I understand why people love the handroll. You have to eat it instantly to get the full effect, and Daigo does it right. I've tasted virtually everything in Dekalb Market Hall, and Daigo has become my favorite spot for a lightning quick, delicious (and relatively healthy) snack. The simple rolls are consistently excellent (snow crab, salmon belly, tuna of all kinds), but the special shrimp rolls (where they break out the blowtorch) have stolen my heart. And I'm so glad they're not only coming back during COVID and reopening October 1st (that's today!), but expanded as well. read more

Daigo Handroll Bar - New stand, reopening October 1 - Sushi Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

My wife and I ordered several hand rolls including uni, hamachi and tori. The seafood was all very fresh, but the nori was slightly soggy and tough to break apart. We did have to wait a little bit from picking up until actually eating, so these may have tasted better when eaten right away. read more

This was a wonderful surprise. I enjoy every Sunday walking around after class and trying something new in the food court and this was a nice surprise. It's simple to decide what to order and feels fresh when you bite into it. The staff is really good accommodating your preference. Comes nicely package for you to take to go or stick around and have a seat. read more

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I liked Daigo so much I had it twice in a single weekend. I never do that. But the food is so simple and soooooo delicious. The rice is perfect and warm, and the seaweed stays so crispy and eat to bite right through. And the seafood - of course - was delicious. I had a salmon avocado handroll and a yellowtail/scallion handroll. Both were excellent. I'd eat them again right now. read more

Daigo Handroll Bar - Salmon w/ Avocado - Sushi Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Was out on a date and we went into the food hall in the City Point building. Was craving sushi and wanted an uni and ikura fix (you can't find uni in Ithaca I stg). So I got an uni handroll and a salmon ikura handroll. Look, the food was good don't get me wrong but I really can't justify the price (and I'm saying this as someone who got treated to the meal) even if it's more expensive fish. It was two handrolls that when put together were maybe the length of a smaller maki roll for about ~$30. This is a casual eatery not like some rando omakase either. O well. read more

Picture this - you're a growing lad who has just walked 20 thousand steps. Hungry AF in downtown Brooklyn. You wander down some slippery stairs and almost eat shit. You find Daigo Handroll Bar in this slightly crowded food court. You order a spicy tuna roll, miso soup, and a coke to hold you over for the jaunt home. What you are given exceeds all expectations. The miso soup is scalding when it comes out but once it cools a little is great. The roll you are given is like heaven in your hand. The rice is still warm and seasoned to perfection. The tuna is the perfect consistency and tastes so fresh and yum. You take a bite and melt. The rest is a blur but I can't recommend it enough. Just hope there's a spot for you to sit. read more

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Daigo handroll bar is located inside of Dekalb Market Hall. I ordered three handrolls at the counter and since I wanted to eat at the bar, I was told I could pick any seat. The total came out to be around $24 before tip and tax, and the meal came with complimentary miso soup. Overall, I thought it was on the pricier side for handrolls, considering the taste and quality. The toro ($9) was just alright and the ikura ($8.2) was not bad. I really liked the scallop with yuzu kosho ($7.5) though, and might come back for that. It was really soft and the yuzu was an excellent finishing touch. Also, the chef will check to make sure that you're done with your handroll before handing you your next one. read more

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Two rolls in and I am in heaven!!! Delicious! Don't miss this place!!! Spicy tuna, YES! Snow crab and avo, YES!!! Yellow tail scallion, YES!!! read more

The sushi is delicious here! The menu is easy to read, the workers are nice and there's seating at the bar to eat which is nice. Got the jumbo shrimp roll and it is so fresh and so flavorful! Like you do not even need soy sauce! The sushi was nice and cold, the presentation was nice and the food came out quick! I only have one downfall- the price. It's pretty pricy for what you get but I guess it's quality over quantity? Idk but if it wasn't so expensive for a little bit of sushi I'd be coming back more often read more

Love a quick and easy bite and this is perfect! Fresh quality ingredients, simple and delicious. Recommend the toro or yellowtail scallion, botan ebi and spicy scallop. So good. read more

Super fresh hand rolls made to order. The fish was fresh and seaweed was also crisp and crunchy and not soggy since it's made to order. It is a bit on the pricey side for one hand roll - depending on type of fish it could range from $7-$9 for one. It's a good snack after walking around DeKalb market. read more

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The ambience was cool I def would have liked a chair. But the rolls were made one by one after I finished eating so it was good! All around rolls tasted very fresh it was hard to know which one I was eating. read more

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Rolls are on the pricey side and can add up but the sushi is so delicious it is definitely worth it. Everything tastes very fresh and staff is very efficient in making sure your order comes out fast. I will definitely be back! No seats so you stand while eating. read more

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I thought the sushi was great quality but imo it is a very upscale style place and nor one I could regularly frequent, but moreso a treat. I'd love if they had some sort of combo (get 3 hand rolls for $X) read more

While touring dekalb market, we came across this handroll bar and decided to get a quick bite. They're fast and efficient here. Ingredients seem pretty fresh. Procedure to order is pretty easy. Just take a place at the bar, reach over for a menu slip and tick off the hand rolls you want. They'll take your menu slip and start with your hand rolls almost immediately! As for the food, i felt like the hand rolls would be better with less rice, but that's ultimately based on your own personal preference. The rice was a little lackluster in my opinion, but that's because I really enjoy the vinegary rice at kazunori and compared it to that. I highly recommend the scallop with yuzu hand roll. The yuzu was very subtle, but there was a generous amount of scallops and unlike kazunori, it was very fresh and in bigger chunks. You also can't go wrong with a toro hand roll! read more

Daigo Handroll Bar - Toro - Sushi Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Always an authentic experience every time I come here. I love the whole standing up at your station and waiting for the chef to hand you your hand rolled item with their hands. It makes for a customized meal experience. My faves are the snow carb and the shrimp roll. read more

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Great hand rolls! I wish there was a combo or something so I could have had a bunch without running up a steep price, but alas, those are reserved for weekdays I guess. I got two hand rolls, the toro (fatty tuna) and the saba (mackerel). I think everyone knows how good toro is, and it did not disappoint, but I find most Americans are unfamiliar with mackerel - try it!! I absolutely love the flavor and the way they garnished this one was very tasty. My only complaint is the lack of a combo or something, ordering a la carte really adds up. read more

This is hands down the best Handroll place in Brooklyn, maybe even all of New York. Ishi and his team have created a simple, minimalist space, where everything on the menu is mouthwateringly good. My husband and I come here weekly, and have tried about 95% of the menu. Our favs being: Salmon Belly, Toro, Salmon Avocado, Snow Crab and the Spicy Tuna. All ingredients are super fresh, and the service is fast & efficient. You can't go wrong with a stop at Daigo. Pro Tips: 1. Try the Salmon Belly if it's on the menu. You can't go wrong. 2. The Toro is absolutely to die for. 3. Come during Lunch hours for some sweet discounts. read more

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I genuinely do not understand all the good reviews here, the seaweed is soggy (I ate there as soon as it was handed to me), fish is low quality, rice isn't properly made. I tried the 3 roll lunch special & got one of them as cut, that was a little better but the knife must be dull cause the rolls were closer to a triangle than a circle. More importantly, the value is just not there and there's just so many better sushi places in NYC read more

Pricey for sushi ($10 a roll more or less), but quality is there and the convenience of being able to hold it, is a nice concept. They have a good amount of selection on their simple menu. First, was my toro roll for the testy taste buds! Nom! I can just eat the sashimi part of it, but the rice had complimenting rice vinegar to the whole treasure. Second, Hokkaido scallop with yuzu, enhanced the flavor of the roll and made this my most favorite. Last, but not least, uni from Maine was a simple splurge of joy in my mouth. The freshness, can be savored over entirely and playfully while swooning it in the mouth. Fancy a splurge on hand rolls? Go for it. read more

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Finally tried this place when I made my way back to Dekalb Market Hall and now it's a must stop every time I'm here. It's quick, the fish is fresh and it's reasonably priced for quality hand rolls. I always get the scallop & yuzu - highly recommend. The toro is classic. And uni when they're not sold out. My friend always gets the snow crab & avocado and sweet shrimp and loves those. I've come for dinner only but their lunch special sounds like a deal if I was in the area. read more

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The rolls are smaller than before. When they first opened the rolls were a nice size. Now theyre skinny. Broke my heart.

Just got the spicy tuna roll, which was simple but good. It was only the seaweed wrapper (which had a nice crisp), rice, and flavorful tuna.... no avocado, cucumbers or anything else inside, but yet it was still good (and fresh). I was surprised that no plates were given. You just eat above the paper placemat in front of you. That said they do give you a dish of wasabi and ginger (but no plate). Less clean up for them. Anyway.... I enjoyed it. read more

Daigo Handroll Bar - Spicy tuna roll on left. Can't recall what my friend got. - Sushi Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

In LOVE with the hand rolls here. The spicy tuna one was amazing. You will not be disappointed. read more

Daigo Handroll Bar - Spicy Tuna Spicy Salmon - Sushi Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Stopped in for a quick bite. The spicy tuna roll was my favorite. I also got the toro roll and the jumbo shrimp which were both good. I got them all as handrolls (uncut). Three rolls was enough to fill me up. read more

Covid times: Handroll Bar is open in Dekalb market! They've also opened a new location near park slope that specializes in rolls! I've ordered delivery from the park slope location before the one in dekalb market reopened and the rolls were delicious! also helps that the packaging is efficient and well done. I was SO excited when the handroll bar in dekalb reopened. I was a little nervous about eating with my hands but you can just use chopsticks when the chef gives you the roll. A tip to note, the hand rolls taste best when eaten immediately. Otherwise, the seaweed starts to lose its crunch and you end up with a chewy skin that's very difficult to bite off. Another tip to note, opt for the cut rolls if you're doing takeout! Now, what to eat? splurge on the uni handroll. It's worth it and they fill that roll up to the brim with delicious uni. I'm salivating as I type. The hokkaido scallop and spicy salmon are also good choices. Honestly, you can't really go wrong. And the concept of eating at the bar while standing just makes it a fun experience so go check it out! read more

Located in a cute little food court right outside of Trader Joe's... perfect excuse to grab a quick bite. I picked up a chirashi bowl (almost 35$ holy crap) that was hitting the spot, but not crazy impressive. I wanted to try the handrolls but didn't get a chance. So I'll have to update my review once I'm back in the area again. read more

This little hand roll bar might be one of my favorite stalls at Dekalb Market. The menu is compact and all the fish is quality controlled, ensuring freshness and flavor in every bite. I am most excited by their rice cup option, which I find to be the perfect savory snack on the go. The scallop one is phenomenal, with sweet pieces of fresh scallop pairing perfectly with their well made sushi rice. Expect to spend a little more here as adding each additional bite can add up, but you get what you pay for and here it's well worth it. read more

Made to order handrolls so fresh and delicious. So good for a quick bite. Standing room only, but you won't need to sit down. A real gem in the Dekalb Marketplace food court. read more

Daigo Handroll Bar - Yellowtail Scallion handroll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Our favorite place to stop by in Dekalb market. Their rolls are just so fresh and so good, and surprisingly cheap for the quality. No much else to add, if you enjoy sushi, swing on by. read more

Be prepared for the best hand rolls you will ever taste. Customer survive is superb, they hand you the roll immediately once it's finished.. and the fish is so fresh!!! I have been here numerous times for a snack at Dekalb Market. It is my favorite food stand. Always fast, always fresh, always greeted by a friendly face. You can seriously never go wrong. The toro tuna is amazing, the uni is creamy, the roe is poppin' and the scallops are amazingly fresh. Prices are good as well, not too expensive, and very appropriate for the quality of fish. Make sure you eat there on the spot at the bar, hand rolls are best when eaten fresh. read more

Just tried this place the other day and wow I was so pleasantly surprised. Firstly they had a lunch special that came with miso soup. Secondly their hand rolls were thick with fresh fish and warm-perfectly seasoned rice. I totally see myself becoming a regular here since Sugarfish and kazunori are little further away than me Cc @citycroissantt read more

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If I could go 6 stars, I would. Great place. Kind of like finding a needle in a haystack in the food area, but worth the effort. Surprisingly fresh and excellent quality. I tried the three hand roll lunch special, and ended up having two more. The rice in the hand rolls is excellent, but I'm not eating rice at the moment. So, I asked for the hand rolls to be made with more vegetables, like cucumber and avocado instead of rice. They were very accommodating. I think a lot of people who are health-conscious might find these delicious, and also on their program like me. read more

Daigo Handroll Bar - Sushi Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Rarely will I have anything good to say about a place where you can spend $65 in 65 seconds, walk away pretty hungry but not feel like you got ripped off. It's a tight spaced, no frills kind of place but the sushi is really good. The ingredients are super fresh; and since you are 6 inches away from the food as it's being made, you can see that. I ordered a few of the usual suspects: the salmon avocado, spicy tuna, yellowtail, eel and a roe. All were really good; nothing else add here. But my favorite was the eel. Cooked well and just the right amount of sweetness to counter the saltiness. It is pricey but quality sushi always is. If you come here with an appetite, your pockets might hurt. Overall, a good time was had during those 65 seconds and that's why I keep coming back. read more

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Stopped by Dekalb Market just to try the handrolls at Daigo Handroll Bar. Although a bit pricey, these handrolls were the sh*t! My daughter finished an entire unagi handroll on her own and her parents could not stop ordering one after the next. They were super fresh and there was something extremely unique about the seaweed of choice: they do not stick to your lip! Each bite comes off without leaving any residue. You are only left with a mouthful of perfection and nothing left to clean off your face upon completion. I mean, fresh raw fish + warm rice + crispy seaweed?? C'mon! We tried the scallop, toro, unagi and spicy salmon and are stopping by again to try the rest. Nom nom! read more

Daigo Handroll Bar - Toro (Fatty Tuna) ... mad good - Sushi Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Dreading the usual overwhelming crowd at Trader Joe's, I decided to postpone my grocery shopping responsibilities long enough to stop by Daigo Handroll Bar for a light lunch. This is a modest, stand-and-eat bar with 15-20 handroll options and several types of sodas, sake, and beers. My boyfriend and I split four rolls between us. The spicy tuna, spicy salmon, and yellowtail handrolls were all tasty and simple enough - fish and warm rice wrapped in nori. My favorite handroll, however, was the seared salmon belly with fresh scallions, which was the special of the day. All the rolls were prepared quickly and handed to us directly - no plates, no silverware, no problem. The price is the main reason I will not turn into a Daigo regular, although I would repeat this experience occasionally. At roughly $7 per roll, these price tags are a bit high for such small, simple rolls. With that said, this is an easy, delicious way to satisfy your sushi cravings and possibly my new favorite stand at the Dekalb Market. read more

EAT HERE! This place is SO GOOD I had to get back on Yelp to TELL YOU how good it is. I had come to City Point to catch an afternoon movie and afterward wanted to grab a bite downstairs in the Food Hall. After walking around a bit, Daigo looked interesting so I ordered a few hand rolls. What happened next was just mind-blowing. I ordered from the cashier and then stepped to the side at the bar where they put out a paper placemat, ginger, wasabi, and soy sauce, and a glass of water. I had hardly been standing there a minute before one of the expert sushi chef's behind the counter said, "Spicy Tuna hand roll?". He was handing it to me across the counter. I reached back and took it. What I brought back was a thing of glory. All of the rolls here are made fresh to order with the lightest, warmest, most delicious rice juxtaposed against whatever protein or filling you've ordered and then wrapped in the most fresh and crunchy seaweed wrap I've ever experienced. The first bite of my first roll is something I'm going to remember a LONG time. The satisfying crunch through the wrap into the warmth of the rice and then into the cold spicy amazing tuna. I'm not joking when I say my knees got wobbly. I went through my first three rolls as slowly as possible, but I knew half way through my first roll that I was going to be ordering more. So what I ended up with was 2 spicy tuna rolls, 1 snow crab, 1 jumbo shrimp, and 1 eel and avocado. They were all exquisite! I really can't say enough nice things about this place. I live a 25 minute B38 bus ride away and I am literally planning another trip over there JUST to get more of these amazing rolls into my face ASAP. GO GO GO! read more

Fresh Tasty Affordable And valuable sushi place in Downtown Brooklyn. It's inside Dekalb Market Hall. read more

Daigo Handroll Bar - Jumbo Shrimp w/ Crunch & Toro (Fatty Tuna) - Sushi Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I recommend the toro roll and the jumbo shrimp roll. The service is extremely quick. The market is packed and busy and you have to stand and eat. Also, recommend the Stillwater beer! The lighting is authentic and very Japanese ambiance. read more