dare I say this is my favorite sushi restaurant in nyc and it is a hidden gem. I randomly stumbled…read moreupon this place and am so glad I did. The quality of fish here is insane. We got toro scallion, salmon avocado, spicy scallop, spicy tuna, yellowtail scallion, and a specialty roll with spicy crab and tuna. It is a small place with limited seating. I came without a reservation and was lucky enough to get seated but would recommend a reservation. This isn't a restaurant I would go to before going out as the ambiance is nothing special but when you just want a really good bite of sushi and don't want to do takeout this is the place! Honestly still dreaming about the toro and scallop rolls I had here they were incredible.

Really easy to get a table on a week night. Specialty rolls were pretty good and priced well. We…read moretried the Blue Fin Tun, OMG and Marvelous rolls. Service was mediocre at best.

Size of the rolls were huge and a pretty decently priced deal for two 8 piece rolls and a miso…read moresoup. The quality for what you got was good, not gonna blow you away but quantity was really impressive. They get pretty swamped with take out orders but there's a comfy enough bench to sit on while you wait. For an area that's usually pricey and what you get could be disappointing I would say this is a place to give a shot.

Great sushi. Well made and tastes fresh. Really satisfied with the rolls and service. Will…read moredefinitely be back

This spot is a brand new store inside Essex Market - a welcome addition to the community! I feel…read morelike this area has been missing a solid, neighbourhood sushi spot (especially in a city that's overrun with bougier omakase options). They have a grab and go section for ease, but I ordered takoyaki, a Hokkaido Roll, and a salmon poke bowl. All of this took only about 10 minutes on a Saturday evening, and service was kind and efficient. I really enjoyed the Hokkaido roll - great seared salmon flavour and generous avocado, but I honestly was the most blown away by the takoyaki. Most (if not all) of the takoyaki I've had in the city has been mushy, doughy, and with only one small piece of octopus inside. The takoyaki here was crispy on the outside, not drowning in sauce, and had multiple pieces of octopus! I will definitely be back again and am so happy the vacuum of good, mid-tier sushi spots in the area has been filled.

I've tried this spot a couple times mainly when I am hungry and want something to grab and go sushi…read morewise but isn't too far of a commute from home. The prices are pretty reasonable and they have been fresh every time I had it. I mainly had the sushi from the fridge and also from ordering at the kiosk where they can make it fresh for you. They also do 30% off at night but I dont know when that starts but I had that once. The downside was that I picked up the item that was $18 but he charged me the $20 prior to the discount. I only realized it after I did the math afterwards. But aside from that, the food has been consistently good. I had a handroll once which was good but it does get pricey when you want multiple so I end up opting for the sushi. I haven't tried their speciality roles but mainly because I tend to like my sushi on the more simple side. I've tried the sashimi, salmon lover set, and even their sushi and sashimi combo and they have been fresh all the times I've had it. The downside is that you don't get a range of different fishes, but I can't expect too much from a grab and go spot. I definitely think it's a good takeout sushi spot for the area if you want something simple. I can't say how the other foods are since I have only tried mainly the simpler sushi options, but I would recommend and would personally come back when I want something quick.

My first impression was that it was small because I came here to pick up lunch with my child in her…read morestroller and we could hardly fit through the entrance. Nonetheless, the food was good. My coworker and I ordered the spicy salmon, salmon avocado, and the spicy tuna. It was very fresh! We liked it a lot and decided to order it again the following week. Honestly, the place did not look as small to me the second time around since I went myself without my kid and the place was empty (it was pretty full that first time around). My only complaint is that they decided to mark up which container had the spicy tuna (I do not eat tuna) but did it incorrectly even though it was very obvious as to which one was the tuna. I was glad I could tell the difference because otherwise, I would have wasted the order. Reasonable price for good quality. Recommended!

Good lunch specials and price is always right. You…read morebasically get what you pay for. Would recommend cooked lunch specials there anyday

Pleasantly surprised how good these rolls are! Very thick and good price…read more This location had a constant stream of customers when I went, so they must not be sitting out too long. I appreciate the spicy rolls actually having a little kick in them as well.

Sushi Counter is a quick grab-and-go spot for sushi rolls! There are various popular rolls to…read morechoose from. The service was quick and efficient, which matched the quieter ambiance we encountered there. My friends and I got three hand rolls for $12! Specifically Shrimp Tempura, Spicy Salmon, and Sunshine. The hand rolls were pretty solid and form. I thought the Shrimp Tempura paired well with the spicy chili mayo sauce and soy sauce. My friends felt that the Sunshine and Spicy Salmon tasted similar, even though the former was supposed to have a teriyaki glaze. I think this is a solid spot to grab a quick snack on the go. I would come back if I was in the area again!

Great spot for reasonably priced takeaway or dine in! Always nice quality and polite service :)read more

Friendly staff, excellent food and good prices. Quick prep for takeout orders. Stableread more

Note- Rating is for the area and for the good lunch special…read more I have been to this popular Japanese sushi place a handful of times for lunch during my work break. The first time, I had an easy and quick experience as it wasn't overly crowded, but the second time, it took a bit too long. The staff was still friendly both times and apologized for how long it took, which was much appreciated, with me also getting my check the second time while eating. Compared to the other local, presumably Chinese-owned sushi places, I find it better than the closest place, Oishi Bay, which has definitely had a big downfall over the last year or two. The sushi quality in general is better here, and the deal is better as it comes with soup and salad. It is a bit worse than Blue Mountain Sushi, which is several avenues away, but that is also a bit more expensive and has some more options. The main gimmick here for lunch is that, along with the soup and salad, there is a combo menu, which also comes with two miniature appetizers. At $21.95, it is $4 more than their regular lunch special, or $18.95 compared to $14.95 for 2 rolls, and it is a good deal if you're looking for something very filling. For both times, the miso soup and salad are your standard, though I will say that the salad from the two times I have been didn't have wilted lettuce like at Oishi. My lunch apps the first time were the Chicken Kushiyaki/Grilled Skewers, and a generic/tasty Seaweed/Wakame Salad. The kushiyaki was particularly good as it had a teriyaki-like glaze with a mild sweetness, and I appreciated that there were some mushrooms and grilled onions on the skewer as well. In terms of makizushi/rolls, the first time I had yellowtail scallion, salmon, and eel cucumber. The second time, I had the yellowtail scallion again, along with tuna and spicy salmon. The fish quality is pretty standard, with my favorite being the plain tuna, salmon, and yellowtail scallion. All were decent, with my least favorite probably being the eel cucumber. If I want something a bit healthier next time, and as I like the tuna, I might try the tasty-looking Yaki Tuna Salad. This is a perfectly decent sushi place. It's not the best, but it gets the job done, and they have a nice deal with friendly service.

Really enjoyed my experience at Hane Sushi. The restaurant was very nice and clean, and the outdoor…read morespace was spacious so you didn't feel packed on top of other people. Our server was very kind and attentive throughout the meal. We started with the sweet potato tempura roll with soy paper, and also got the shrimp tempura roll with cucumber instead of avocado and asparagus, plus tails removed. Everything was really good. I personally wasn't a huge fan of the sauce on the shrimp tempura roll, but next time I'd definitely substitute eel sauce instead. I also got the chicken teriyaki which was delicious- no weird or fatty pieces at all. One thing I really appreciated was that they give you your own water pitcher at the table, which I always love at restaurants. Would definitely come back.

Very quick delivery. Lucrative DoorDash offer= let's try it!…read moreAge tofu, Lois of different sushi. All really good!

This is just a mini update as I am adding the updated menu. I have been going to this place less…read moreand less over the last couple of years as the price has gone up a bit and the fish portions have shrunk. The spicy tuna, for instance, tastes more like said spicy sauce and has fewer chunks of tuna, and the last time I got an eel roll, it was cold and had more cucumber than eel. This has all been happening since they started doing takeout more. I prefer the nearby Hane, a couple blocks down on 1st, and if I don't mind paying a buck or two more, Blue Mountain blows this place out of the proverbial water, an avenue away.