A Quiet Little Sushi Spot

A nice, quiet spot for a friendly sushi bite is Tokyo 1. Nestled on 24th Avenue away from Ditmars Blvd.’s usual hubbub of eateries, the restaurant is a small treasure frequented by regulars and neighborhood dwellers.

The food itself is passable. Though Tokyo 1 isn’t my first choice for a sushi meal in Astoria, it is a recession-friendly choice for some tasty eats within a sensible budget. I have sampled its sushi, sashimi, gyoza, and teriyaki, all of which were very satisfactory.

My favorite things to have at Tokyo 1 are its spicy maki rolls; I love having the combination of spicy hamachi, salmon crunch (done with tempura flakes), and scallop rolls. Tokyo 1 also has a selection of creative maki rolls; among the better picks is its Nippon roll featuring white tuna and avocado, as well as a red snapper and kiwi combination.

The prices are on the lower end for Astoria sushi, and the service is always remarkable- it’s friendly and prompt. I have also been accommodated with switched tables when a family with young children has sat next to me, and even given generous amounts of edamame while waiting for takeout or main courses.

Check it out.

Spicy hamachi, salmon crunch, and scallop maki rolls.


The white tuna and avocado Nippon roll.


The super-yummy red snapper and kiwi maki.

Cute Little Sushi: Bistro 33

One of the places I have yet to get to know a little more in Astoria is Bistro 33. A French-Japanese place close to Astoria Park, the selections are Japanese with a French touch.

So far, I’ve been there twice to enjoy out-of-this-world spicy seaweed salad and sushi. But, I’d love to get the dish about this restaurant’s leanings.

As far as Japanese food in Astoria goes, my winner is still Watawa. But, this is a pretty good contender for #2.

Crazy Salad!

One of my favorite sushi places in Astoria, Queens is Bai Sushi. Though the restaurant space is a shade bigger than a shoebox, the food is consistently delicious.

And, unexpectedly creative.

One of my favorite items on the menu is a sashimi salad called the Crazy Salad.

Bai Sushi’s Crazy Salad!

Loaded with salmon and red snapper sashimi, portobello mushrooms, avocado, seaweed, and radish and garnished with tempura flakes and spicy mayo, this creative salad dish is a reason to go back to the warm, friendly restaurant located near Astoria’s Broadway & Steinway section.