"Open since 1912, Citarella is one of the city’s most distinguished retail seafood purveyors, and be assured the store can distinguish fresh from not fresh (especially since they run several of the stalls at the Fulton Fish Market in the Bronx). This extends to the sushi, which is made during the day on a continuous basis, packaged in protective trays, and deposited in a reach-in case. Bargain assortments sufficient for a light meal come in at around $15, often including four or five nigiri and a maki roll. Watch the sushi chef at work, pick your assortment as soon it’s put in the case, and consume it on the sidewalk outside." - Robert Sietsema