Kyle Green
Fort Greene is a neighborhood in the New York City borough of Brooklyn. Fort Greene Park stands in the center of the community, which is nestled between Downtown Brooklyn and Clinton Hill.
Fort Greene is exceedingly family-friendly with lots of things to do and see. For instance, everyone enjoys the seasonal flea market and performances at the Brooklyn Academy of Music.
The community’s diversity is apparent by its culinary establishments—specifically, casual cafes, hip bars, and creative restaurants in DeKalb and Myrtle avenues in Fort Greene.
For a comprehensive list of all the best places to fund sushi in the neighborhood, continue reading about the best sushi in Fort Greene.
Sumi Sushi
287 Flatbush Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11217
Phone: 718-638-1689
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Sumi Sushi is near the Bergen Street metro station and is open daily for lunch and dinner. The sushi chefs use only the freshest ingredients to create delicious bites.
The restaurant is great for takeout and delivery, but it is nice to dine in the restaurant with a decorative ceiling and dim red lighting coming from behind the bar.
When I visited Sumi Sushi, I enjoyed the Tiger roll with tuna, salmon, avocado, eel, and tobiko.
Other rolls I enjoyed include the Snow White, the Mango Tango, and the Flatbush. Also, I would recommend the Dinner Bento Box that is served with miso soup and a California roll.
Daigo Hand Roll Bar
Dekalb Market Hall, 445 Albee Square W, Brooklyn, NY 11201
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Daigo Hand Roll Bar is located inside the Dekalb Market Hall, a venue home to more than forty diverse food vendors.
The hand roll bar is open at 11:30 am daily. Each roll is made when ordered, so the rice is the perfect fluffy texture when it arrives in your hand. The menu is made up of rolls and rice bowls.
I enjoyed the Salmon Avocado roll and the Seared Shrimp Rice Cup. I would also advise visitors to sample the Yellowtail with Scallion Roll and the Spicy Tuna Roll.
Try the restaurant’s specialty dish, the Daigo Special Bowl, with spicy tuna, salmon, jumbo shrimp, scallop, masago, avocado, and cucumber.
Yamashiro
466 Myrtle Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11205
Phone: 718-230-3313
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Yamashiro has an industrial-chic vibe and serves sushi and classic noodle dishes. It is open for lunch and dinner every day and is a few steps from the Pratt Institute, a private university in Brooklyn. The restaurant aims to create delicious dishes for affordable prices.
My favorite menu item is the Phoenix Roll, a shrimp tempura roll wrapped with spicy tuna and topped with scallion.
Other specialty rolls include the Lobster Roll and the Spicy Titanic Roll. The noodles dishes are great; try the Yamashiro Ramen, a soy sauce-based broth with a soft boiled egg, roast pork slices, scallion, fish cake, and dried seaweed.
Koto Sushi
263 Flatbush Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11217
Phone: 718-230-3881
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Koto Sushi is accessible via metro and is located by the Bergen Street Stop. It is an unassuming storefront, painted black with its name in bold white lettering.
Offering both delivery and dine-in options, the restaurant is a no-frills eatery serving traditional sushi options and Japanese cuisine.
When I visited Koto Sushi in Fort Greene, Brooklyn, I enjoyed the Green Dragon Special Roll with eel, cucumber, avocado, and caviar.
Another special roll is the Godzilla, a deep-fried spicy tuna and avocado roll with scallion, caviar, and a spicy sauce. Try the aged tofu or the gyoza for an appetizer.
Inaka Asian Cuisine
597 Vanderbilt Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11238
Phone: 718-398-8168
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Inaka Asian Cuisine is a Japanese eatery serving sushi, vegetable tempura, and hibachi dishes in a cozy atmosphere with exposed-brick walls.
It is located between the Grand Army Plaza and Atlantic Avenue and is open for lunch and dinner from Tuesday to Sunday. It is a great option for delivery as well.
The menu is extensive. My favorite item is the Katsu Don Buri, a fried pork cutlet with mushroom, onion, and egg over rice.
The special sushi menu is diverse, with items like a Happy Roll, a Bergen Roll, and the Las Vegas Roll. Try the salmon, yellowtail, or sea scallop sashimi.
Sushi D
207 Dekalb Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11205
Phone: 718-858-0058
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Sushi D is just two blocks from Fort Greene Park. It is a modest Japanese restaurant serving sushi and offering outdoor seating options. The restaurant is family-friendly and good for kids. It is open until 10:30 pm nightly. The eatery also serves bubble tea and sake.
I enjoyed the Spider Roll with soft shell crab, avocado, and masago, and the Ruby Roll, with spicy tuna, black tobiko, and asparagus.
Other popular menu items include the Tempura Appetizer with fried shrimp and vegetables served with a special sauce and the Nabeyaki Udon noodles with chicken, scallops, and shrimp topped with an egg.
Waza Sushi + Ramen
485 Myrtle Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11205
Phone: 718-399-9292
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Waza Sushi + Ramen is a comfortable and contemporary joint focusing on ramen and sushi offerings. The eatery is located by the Hall Street open street area by Pratt Institute.
It is open daily for lunch and dinner. The exterior signage is a distinct wood-lined front with silver lettering.
When I visited Waza Sushi + Ramen, I tried the Poke Bowl with yellowtail and salmon topped with ponzu, mango, and seaweed salad.
I recommend trying the Yummy Roll with spicy tuna, spicy salmon, yellowtail, and eel sauce. I also enjoyed the Olympic Roll with shrimp tempura and lobster salad. Don’t skip the ramen!
Aloha Sushi Bar
354 Myrtle Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11205
Phone: 929-337-6189
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Aloha Sushi Bar is steps away from Fort Greene Park on Myrtle Avenue. It is open at 11:30 am daily. The restaurant is excellent for a quick bite or for solo dining.
The staff is exceedingly friendly and can help navigate the Hawaiian and Cajun fusion menu. It is a unique and exciting space.
My favorite dish is the Fried Flounder Po Boy with Cajun Fries, but many other diverse options are available.
Try the Crab Meat Fried Rice, the Lobster Tail, or Scallop. The clam chowder is also a surprise winner on the appetizer menu.
Sushi Lin
335 Flatbush Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11217
Phone: 347-627-6027
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Sushi Lin is steps from the 7th Avenue Metro Station. The eatery is snug; it is situated in a narrow space, and the kitchen serves sushi and a chef’s choice menu. Sushi Lin is open for dinner between Tuesday and Sunday. The restaurant is perfect for a date night.
Try the omakase experience and leave your choices to the sushi chef; there is something for everyone with options of either a mini omakase or a full omakase.
Also, I recommend trying the Spicy Scallop and Salmon Cucumber rolls. The kitchen serves a tasty Chicken Teriyaki entree as well.
Ki Sushi
Multiple locations
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Ki Shishi has two locations on Flatbush Street and the other on Smith Street. The relaxed dining room creates a comfortable ambiance for guests, and the full Japanese menu will satisfy any taste. The restaurant is open daily for dine-in, takeout, and delivery.
When I visited Ki Sushi, I enjoyed the Seared Tuna infused with truffle soy and herb wasabi oil, then garnished with avocado and crispy garlic chips.
My favorite sushi roll was the Peach Roll with tuna, avocado, caviar inside, topped with peach. If you have the time, stay for the omakase experience with fresh Japanese seafood.
1 OR 8
229 Dekalb Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11205
Phone: 718-384-2152
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On the border of the Fort Greene community sits 1 OR 8, a Japanese restaurant that is known for its creative sushi selection.
The space is sleek, minimalist, and modern, making it a perfect spot for self-identified foodies. Reservations can be made online for dining hours between 5:00 pm and 10:00 pm.
The menu includes delicious options like Nikujaga Croquettes with potato, onion, sweet soy-braised beef, and cheese.
Try the vegan Mushroom Roll with mushroom sautéed with garlic and tamari, cucumber, lemon zest, and hot pepper. I also enjoyed the Mackerel and Ginger roll as well as the Salmon Skin and Cucumber Roll.
Fort Greene, Brooklyn, is a beautiful neighborhood with lots of green space and places to walk. It is a neighborhood filled with young families and diverse cuisine.
From finding a neighborhood bar to your favorite sushi spot, the restaurants in Fort Greene make those options nearly endless.
For more information about where to eat in Fort Greene, check out our guide to restaurants in the area!
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