Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Sashimi Express II, Sushi Gama Restaurant & Lounge and Yuka Japanese, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Find cheap places for sushi in Upper East Side. Top-rated sushi spots at the right price.
Upper East Side's Cheap Sushi Destinations
Finding high-quality Japanese cuisine at an affordable price point is easy on the Upper East Side if you know where to look. This curated selection of neighborhood favorites offers everything from fresh nigiri and creative rolls to satisfying sashimi platters without the premium price tag. Whether you are grabbing a quick bite at Sashimi Express II or settling in for a relaxed meal at Sushi Gama Restaurant & Lounge and Yuka Japanese, these spots prove that great sushi is accessible to everyone. With additional local staples like Akami Sushi and Suki Sushi, you can enjoy authentic flavors and generous portions right in the heart of the neighborhood.
5 restaurants in Best Cheap Sushi in Upper East Side | Top Cheap Spots
- Sashimi Express II · rated 4.7/5: Japanese.
- Sushi Gama Restaurant & Lounge · rated 4.3/5: Japanese.
- Yuka Japanese · rated 4/5: Japanese.
- Akami Sushi · rated 4/5: Japanese.
- Suki Sushi · rated 4/5: 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.
