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72-42 Austin St, Forest Hills, NY 11375
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Best Sushi in Forest Hills

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Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Master Critic Review

Sushi Time 8.4
Forest Hills
Vibes: Quick Bites Champions Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance Solo Dining Sanctuaries Hidden Gems Heaven
A compact Austin Street sushi counter built for consistent takeout: straightforward nigiri, sashimi, and tightly rolled maki that travel well. Locals lean on it for quick weeknight orders where freshness and speed matter more than ambiance.
Must-Try Dishes: Spicy tuna roll, Sashimi dinner, Hot udon soup
Scores:
Value: 8.8 Service: 8.1 Consistency: 8.6 Food Quality: 8.7 Atmosphere: 6.3 Cultural Relevance: 8
What makes it special: Fast, travel-friendly sushi that stays reliably fresh for takeout.
Who should go: Weeknight takeout regulars
When to visit: Early dinner for fastest pickup
What to order: Spicy tuna roll, sashimi dinner, udon soup
Insider tip: Add one hot soup to keep the meal feeling complete.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking on Austin Street; metered and can be tight after 6pm. No valet.
Dress code: Casual — jeans, sneakers, and takeout-friendly attire are standard.
Noise level: Low — small counter setup, minimal chatter, easy to hear conversations.
Weekend wait: 10–20 minutes for takeout during peak hours
Weekday lunch: Typically no wait or under 10 minutes
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes — avocado, cucumber, sweet potato rolls, and vegetable maki.
Vegan options: Limited — a few vegetable rolls; confirm sauces as some may contain fish.
Gluten-free options: Limited — sashimi is safest; soy sauce contains gluten unless requested otherwise.
Best For
Better for: Fast, affordable sushi that travels well and stays consistent for takeout orders.
Skip if: You’re looking for omakase, a date-night atmosphere, or an extended sit-down experience.