Best Hidden Gems Heaven Sushi Restaurants in Upper West Side (Central)
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Takeda
Quiet omakase counter where multi-course sushi tastings feel personal and precise.
Notable Picks
#1
Takeda
8.9
Intimate omakase counter on Amsterdam Avenue where Chef Takeda serves a tightly choreographed tasting focused on dry-aged fish, pristine nigiri, and a few composed small plates. It’s where Upper West Side diners go when they want a serious, lingering sushi experience without crossing town.
Must-Try Dishes:
Beltfish with king crab and yuba, Fluke nigiri, Hotategai (scallop) nigiri
What Makes it Special: Quiet omakase counter where multi-course sushi tastings feel personal and precise.
#2
Sushi Skooba
8.3
Sushi Skooba is a kosher sushi counter sharing space with New Amsterdam Burger, built around high-grade fish and a concise menu of rolls and bowls. The focus is on clean flavors, premium ingredients, and composed rolls rather than an endless list of options.
Must-Try Dishes:
Kanpachi Hibiscus Orange Jalapeno Roll, Tuna Poke Truffle Roll, Salmon Rice Bowl
What Makes it Special: Kosher sushi specialist emphasizing premium fish and composed rolls inside a shared burger bar setting.
#3
Omakase 95
8.1
A budget omakase counter on the Upper West Side running tiered tasting menus from $32 to $69, with fish sourced daily from Toyosu Market through the Shihou Group's multi-location supply chain. The format is efficient—75-minute seatings at a clean counter where chefs explain each course and adjust service to individual diners. It fills a specific gap for neighborhood-accessible omakase without the prix-fixe sticker shock, though it's still too new to know if the early momentum holds.
Must-Try Dishes:
Premium Omakase (12 Pcs Sushi, 2 Appetizers, Dessert), Chiba 15-Course Lunch Omakase, Omakase Dinner (10 Pcs Sushi, Appetizer, Dessert)
What Makes it Special: Sub-$100 omakase on the Upper West Side with tiered tasting menus starting at $32, using fresh ingredients sourced daily.