Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Mizu Hibachi & Sushi, Hula Poke and Kyuramen - Upper West Side, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Morningside Heights's Cheap Japanese Destinations
Discover the vibrant flavors of Japan right in the heart of Morningside Heights with this selection of budget-friendly eateries. From the comforting bowls of Jin Ramen and the fresh seafood at Hula Poke to the creative sushi rolls at Kikoo Sushi, there is a diverse range of options for every craving. You can also enjoy a unique Italian twist at KARLSBALLS or grab a specialty brew at Niko Coffee, making this neighborhood a go-to destination for high-quality meals that won't break the bank.
16 restaurants in Best Cheap Japanese Restaurants in Morningside Heights | Cheap Japanese Food
- Mizu Hibachi & Sushi · rated 4.8/5: Japanese.
- Hula Poke · rated 4.5/5: Seafood.
- Kyuramen - Upper West Side · rated 4.5/5: Japanese.
- Jin Ramen · rated 4.4/5: Japanese.
- Jin Ramen West Harlem · rated 4.4/5: Japanese.
- Nikko Hibachi Asian Fusion · rated 4.3/5: Japanese.
- Sapps · rated 4.3/5: Japanese.
- KARLSBALLS · rated 4.3/5: Italian.
- Kikoo Sushi · rated 4.2/5: Japanese.
- Suma Sushi · rated 4.1/5: Japanese.
- Jin Ramen · rated 4/5: Japanese.
- Dragon Sushi · rated 4/5: Japanese.
- Amsterdam Sushi · rated 3.8/5: Japanese.
- Dragon Sushi · rated 3.5/5: Japanese.
- Niko Coffee · rated 3/5: Japanese.
- Kikoo Sushi · rated 2/5: 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.






