It's on 1 of my list. Each entry below is what I wrote about it there, with my verdict on that list, the fullest first.
- Subway1, 2, 3 to 72 St, 2 min
- Address251 W 72nd St, New York, NY 10023
- From my guide, updated September 2026.
Sushi Yasaka is my neighborhood sushi joint and, luckily, one of the restaurants open on Christmas in New York City. It’s a quiet, unassuming place that serves great food and is perfect for an easygoing Christmas dinner in NYC.
But just because it’s a local spot, don’t assume it’s not busy; it’s far from it. On a normal day, every table is filled, and I can only assume that’ll be the case on Christmas. Reservations are strongly encouraged.
