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The best sushi in the West Village

Updated November 2026. 8 places.

Much aligned with the neighborhood’s reputation for high standards and deep pockets, the sushi restaurants in the West Village rank among the city’s best. Finding great sushi in the West Village can be tricky, but after years of eating my way through the city, I’ve found the spots worth your time. But you don’t need to shell out for extravagant Michelin-grade omakase while enjoying the area, the variety spans the gamut! From celebration-worthy prix-fixe menus to beloved all-you-can-eat joints, here’s a roundup of the best sushi in the West Village.

Antonina PattizWriter and photographer · how I decide
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Best sushi in the West Village, 2026

  1. Nami NoriRestaurant · West VillageThe menu has a handful of tantalizing appetizers (don’t sleep on the miso soup and shishito peppers), but the hand rolls is where this popular West Village sushi restaurant sings.
  2. Omakase Room by MitsuRestaurant · West VillageDining at Omakase Room by Mitsu is a unique West Village sushi experience, I can’t recommend it enough.
  3. Sushi ZoRestaurant · West VillageThis a great place to oblige your mild sushi obsession.
  4. MarumiRestaurant · West VillageWarm and inviting, the restaurant dishes up high-quality cuts at reasonable prices and the ambience couldn’t be cozier, it’s the perfect place for a laid back sushi date.
  5. Sushi 456Restaurant · West VillageThis local gem is on constant rotation in our household.
  6. Sushi KatsueiRestaurant · West VillageThe à la carte menu is reserved for incredible appetizers that enhance the overall experience.
  7. Sushi NakazawaRestaurant · West VillageThe entire experience is magnificent from start to finish, which is why Sushi Nakazawa is a personal favorite of mine.
  8. Sushi on JonesRestaurant · West Village

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The full guide, with the ones that didn't make it and why: The Best Sushi in the West Village (Hungry Local’s Guide).