Taka Sushi

Taka in Westbury, New York, is a neighborhood sushi bar that delivers a genuinely authentic experience. The fish is consistently fresh and flavorful, while the rice used for the nigiri is perfectly balanced—firm without being over-pressed. It’s hands down the best sushi spot in the area. The atmosphere outside is quiet, with subtle evening lighting that evokes the feel of an izakaya in Ueno. Inside, the space is small, cozy, and distinctly Japanese, offering a warm and intimate dining experience. The only downside is that the shrimp nigiri is made with cooked shrimp, while I would prefer botan ebi instead.

This is hands down the best sushi restaurant I've everrr been to!!!! The fish is incredibly fresh and the service is outstandingggg!! Everyone’s so friendly, fast, and attentive without being overbearing. Taka, the owner, is one of the kindest people you’ll meet and takes great pride in what he does. If you’re looking for top-tier sushi and a warm, welcoming atmosphere, this is DEFINITELYyyy the place:))

Taka Sushi is a great spot for a delicious and authentic sushi experience. The service was attentive and knowledgeable, and the sushi was fresh and expertly prepared. The atmosphere was cozy and intimate, making it a perfect spot for date night. Well worth a visit!

The sushi at Taka Sushi is exceptional — incredibly fresh, clean, and truly melt-in-your-mouth. This authentic, Japanese-owned restaurant focuses on traditional technique, perfectly seasoned rice, and beautifully cut fish that speaks for itself. No heavy sauces, no gimmicks — just high-quality sushi made with care and pride. A must for anyone who appreciates real Japanese sushi on LI!

We love going to Taka Sushi! The food is worth the 1 1/2 hour drive for us. Everything is high quality and great service and atmosphere. We highly recommend it. The price is a little more on the higher end. Save your Pennie’s, because it is worth it!

Taka Sushi was recommended by my roommate’s sister and it’s a hidden gem with humble decor in Westbury. My daughter’s Chicken Tatsutaage and she loved it so much since it’s juicy with crispy layer. We highly recommend their Chirashi bowl which was served fresh with good portion and reasonable price. Our favorite was the grilled eel, flavorful and appetizing.

This was our first time visiting. The restaurant is small and easy to miss from the outside, but there’s so much going on once you’re inside. The chef’s nigiri was beautifully crafted, both visually and in flavor. We skipped appetizers because we were starving and ordered a variety of sushi instead. The salmon skin roll was especially memorable, it was my first time trying it and it was incredibly fragrant and satisfying. After having a lot of raw sushi, getting a warm roll in between was really comforting. Do not skip the soymilk flan. It’s homemade, and has a rich, deep soybean flavor that really stands out. For two people, the total came to $240, which honestly felt like a great value for the quality.

We came here from 65~ miles away for a field trip in order to experience the most traditional authentic sushi and other Japanese cuisine. What a feast! Taka-san and his team welcomed us as we were their house guests and gave us samples of all different kinds of sushi, as he was informing us about each fish. He was also very nice to share some of his reserve sake collection. If you want REAL sushi, this is the only place to go on Long Island! Period. Arigatou Taka-San!