Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are One Bite Omakase, TAKEDA and Shinbashi 72, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Find affordable japanese restaurants in Upper West Side. Great japanese food that fits your budget.
Upper West Side's Affordable Japanese Destinations
Exploring the Upper West Side’s vibrant culinary scene does not have to break the bank, especially when it comes to the neighborhood's exceptional Japanese offerings. From the delicate rolls at Sushi Koya and Kissaki Sushi to the comforting bowls at Jin Ramen, this curated list highlights the best value for sushi lovers and ramen enthusiasts alike. You can even find a mix of American staples at Hi Life Bar & Grill or Amsterdam Burger NYC, ensuring there is a satisfying meal for every palate in this iconic Manhattan enclave.
30 restaurants in Best Affordable Japanese Restaurants in Upper West Side | Affordable Japanese Food
- One Bite Omakase · rated 4.9/5: Japanese.
- TAKEDA · rated 4.9/5: Japanese.
- Shinbashi 72 · rated 4.8/5: Japanese.
- Tsumo Omakase · rated 4.8/5: Japanese.
- Sushi Koya · rated 4.8/5: Japanese.
- Kissaki Sushi · rated 4.7/5: Japanese.
- Sushi Kaito · rated 4.7/5: Japanese.
- Sushi Tokyo Manhattan · rated 4.6/5: Japanese.
- Sushi Yasaka · rated 4.6/5: Japanese.
- Raku It’s Japanese II · rated 4.5/5: Japanese.
- Gari Columbus · rated 4.5/5: Japanese.
- Mido · rated 4.4/5: Japanese.
- Bondi Sushi · rated 4.4/5: Japanese.
- Sugarfish · rated 4.4/5: Japanese.
- Hi Life Bar & Grill · rated 4.4/5: American.
- AMSTERDAM BURGER NYC · rated 4.4/5: American.
- Jin Ramen Upper West Side · rated 4.4/5: Japanese.
- West Side Wok & Konata Sushi · rated 4.3/5: Japanese.
- West Side Wok & Konata Sushi Bar · rated 4.3/5: Japanese.
- Bagels & Co. · rated 4.3/5: American.
- Miyako · rated 4.2/5: Japanese.
- Sushi Yuki · rated 4.2/5: Japanese.
- Kouzan · rated 4.2/5: Japanese.
- Miyako Sushi · rated 4.2/5: Japanese.
- Ozen · rated 4.1/5: Japanese.
- Kitaro Sushi · rated 4.1/5: Japanese.
- Ozen Sushi Asian Fusion · rated 4.1/5: Japanese.
- Momoya · rated 4/5: Japanese.
- Kumo Japanese Restaurant · rated 3.9/5: Japanese.
- Sugarfish: Japanese.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.
