Best Sushi in NYC for World Cup 2026
New York City has one of the finest sushi scenes outside of Japan. For Japanese fans in NYC for the World Cup — and for any visitor who wants extraordinary fish — here's where to go.
The sushi neighborhoods
Midtown Manhattan has the highest concentration of high-end sushi restaurants, many catering to business expense accounts. The East Village and Lower East Side have excellent mid-range spots. Flushing, Queens — near the USTA Fan Zone — has good Japanese options. For Japanese fans particularly, see the Japan fan guide which covers Midtown Manhattan's Japanese community.
Omakase vs à la carte
Omakase (chef's choice tasting menus) are the pinnacle of NYC sushi — 10–20 courses selected by the chef, priced $150–$500+ per person. Major omakase destinations include Masa (the most expensive restaurant in the US), Sushi Nakazawa, and Shoji at 69 Leonard. For a more accessible experience, excellent à la carte sushi is available throughout the city at half the price.
Mid-range and accessible
Tanoshi on the Upper East Side is one of the best value omakase options in the city. Sushi Yasuda in Midtown is a respected traditional option. For casual sushi near fan zones: plenty of good midrange spots around Midtown and the East Village serve excellent rolls and nigiri at $30–$60 per person.
For Japan fans
Japan plays in Group F (Netherlands, Japan, Tunisia) and has a strong fanbase in NYC's Midtown Japanese community. On Japan match days, Japanese restaurants in the 40th–50th Street corridor will have screens set up. The atmosphere is distinctively Japanese — passionate but disciplined, with the team's famous stadium-cleaning tradition reflected in how fans conduct themselves.
💡 Tip: For omakase sushi in NYC, reservations open 30–60 days in advance and fill immediately for top spots. For World Cup Final weekend, book omakase now if that's your plan.
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