Hibino LIC

Food 6/10 I wish I could say that I enjoyed the food here more, especially because it’s such a cute concept and store, with a very reasonably priced lunch menu. I got the chirashi bowl, which was okay, but the seafood wasn’t the freshest. The roll we shared was okay, and honestly it was just a good but not great meal. Atmosphere 9/10 Very peaceful vibes of the interior, it was giving zen through the light wooden tones. Service 9/10 Friendly and quite fast.

Incredible food with incredible service! The fish here is of amazingly high quality and served at perfect temperature, which a lot of restaurants overlook but is so so important to bring out the flavors of the fish. The toro here was my personal favorite, but they also had uni- sea urchin- of very good quality. Sea urchin can be a little hit or miss, but the ones here were so good, practically melting in your mouth with its natural buttery flavor.

I’ve been here three or four times and it’s just incredible. I spent a few years in Japan and the quality of this food is exactly what you’d get over there. And it’s extremely affordable, to boot. You can get a great lunch for $12-16, and sushi rolls are about $6 each. The service is also impeccable — reliably friendly and attentive. おもてなし (all-out great service) kind of thing. Make sure you check out their daily specials when you come in. I can’t recommend this place enough. I’ll miss it a lot when I leave New York.

Really great lunch bentos for affordable price ($12). Sushi and sashimi is a little pricier but still reasonable for the atmosphere and quality. The cocktails, like the yuzu beer, are unique too.

The overall quality of sushi was good, it's delicious and clean, and neither is too much or too little. Compared to the prices in New York, the prices were reasonable and the composition varied. I had Hibino Sushi Plate, Shrimp Tempura Roll, and Spicy Tuna Roll, and I highly recommend Hibino Sushi Plate. If you are close, I would recommend visiting!

The essence of Japanese cuisine is simplicity and allowing quality ingredients to shine. Hibino is the physical manifestation of that mission, and it excels on all fronts. With its simple open dining room of tan colored wood tables you could have stumbled upon this place in a small town anywhere in Japan. Specials are presented on an adorable chalk board resting on a small kids chair. The day we were there a young lady was managing the entire floor acting as both waiter, host and busboy and never missed a beat. The food is fresh, authentic and delicious. We ordered a variety of sushi 🍣 and a couple of salads which were all excellent. The bento box 🍱 seems to be the shining star and I will order one the next time I am there. There is a lot to love on their diverse menu, reason enough to return. While clearly a local favorite for those in the know, the adjacent 7 train station makes it a tempting alternative to Manhattan joints.

The atmosphere and vibe looked nice and reviews looked promising, so I was excited to try this place out. However, I was quickly disappointed. I ordered the sushi and some had bones in it and some were difficult to chew, and the ginger tasted musty and old. The salmon didn’t taste fresh, it tasted like smoked salmon. The tuna was okay though. Definitely way over priced for the quality - I could find better at a grocery store. Service was also pretty bad, the waitress rolled her eyes at us while we were ordering, and it seemed like they were rushing us to get out quickly (we were only there for 30min) even though they weren’t closing yet or anything. Really disappointing experience, will not be coming back.

The only pro is the ambience. Nice calm space, even with a long community table. Granted, there was only one waitress for the whole restaurant on the busiest day: Mother's Day. So while she wasn't horrible, she wasn't good. She would serve our soup without spoons and it would take a while to get her attention again. Every interaction with her made US feel bothersome. But I mean, all I want is utensils for the food. Cons: Ordered the Hibino sushi plate. I only enjoyed 3 pieces of it. I lost my appetite when I saw a piece with some cartilage?? I couldn't even cut it off. The roll it came with did not taste remotely good. The salad was salty. The short ribs lunch my mom ordered was bland. The shrimp tempura roll I also got for her was the smallest I've ever seen in NYC. And they charge $4 for Coke in a small glass.

Food and service was outstanding. We tried the fresh tofu and edamame for our starters. The fresh tofu came in a jar and was served with scallions, ginger and soy-dashi sauce. I have never experienced tofu like this and it was amazing! We proceeded to order 5 different sushi rolls starting with the panko-crusted eel roll off of the special list. It was incredibly crunchy and the ingredients were fresh. At the conclusion of our meal, we were offered dessert and then complimentary hot tea. The ambiance was upbeat and chill. We noted that the music selection included Pink Martini. Would definitely return!

Solid spot in the neighborhood for sushi! The place is on the smaller side so it might be wise to make a reservation if you can. We ended up sitting on the counter off to the side and it was a wee bit cramped so that would ideally be avoided with a reservation! We got: - kamo salad 6/10: while it looks appetizing in photos, the duck was too tough and just didn't taste fresh. - hibino sashimi plate 9/10: i thought it was a pretty good portion and the quality of the fish seemed great. The salmon and yellowtail in particular were our favorites! - rolls: got a variety of rolls which i can't recall which ones we got - but all in all i enjoyed the special rolls much more than the "regular" ones so now i know what to aim for next time

Came in on a whim Saturday night and snagged the last table for 2. She shrimp toji was extremely large piece of shrimp delicately fried. The lobster tempura and the kaisen Don were quite adequate. The Sakana kama( broiled fish collar) was exquisitely cooked assortment of 4 fish (amber jack, bass, etc) for the low low price of $6!! Awesome appetizer from the blackboard selection

Fresh, affordable, and cute restaurant for casual eats! Have been here multiple times and staff was always so friendly (:

One of my favourite dine-in sushi spots in Hunter's Point! I discovered them a few years ago during the pandemic when they offered takeout omakase set, which was always really delicious. Since 2022, I started dining in more and love the ambience - really clean, minimal and simple decor and service is always really friendly!

Hibino is a charming, unassuming Japanese restaurant tucked away in a quiet corner of Long Island City. The minimalist ambiance creates a cozy and intimate atmosphere, making it the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle. Service was both fast and friendly, adding to the overall positive experience. The staff's attentiveness without being intrusive made us feel welcome from the moment we stepped in. We opted to share several rolls, and each one was a delightful journey of flavors. The freshness of the ingredients was evident, and the presentation was simple yet elegant. What truly impressed us was the reasonable pricing, offering a fantastic value for the quality of the dishes.

I saw this place on IG a while ago but finally had the chance to come by for a quick lunch this week. It was decently empty around 12:30 when I arrived, although people generally came in and out during my meal. The interior is really quite nice - cleanly minimalist - and it is very spacious overall. I ordered one of their daily entree bento boxes. The list of entrees you can pick from (I presume) changes regularly; they have it displayed around the restaurant on some chalkboards, and you can also check their website in advance for the list. I opted for the buta yakuniki (pork loin with soy mirin), and I also ordered a spicy tuna roll. The bento box was very nicely arranged. I was especially enamoured with the white rice; the sprinkled dried seaweed looked really nice over the fragrant rice (pictures do not do it justice!). The pork loin was really tasty. The meat was tender and well-cooked, and the sauce was very nice, not too heavy but was a little bit salty. The side salad was not bad; very fresh and crispy greens, I thought the gingery sauce was a bit strong for my taste. Ironically, though, the obanzai was probably the worst part of the meal. Today's options were some chopped napa cabbage (instead of the pickled tsukemono), and some eggplants / lotus roots. These veggies were not very flavourful (esp the cabbage! I ended up dipping them in the soy sauce), and the eggplant was quite overcooked and mushy. Also, I love tsukemono so was a bit disappointed when I saw that it had been unexpectedly been replaced. The spicy tuna roll was generally delicious. The fish was very fresh and tasty, but the spicy mayo was Way too oily/heavy, and there was way too much of it. I guess the lesson is to just order the regular tuna roll next time? Anyway. To be clear, though, the meal was really fantastic overall -- and $12 for a bento? in this economy? (Tuna roll was $6.50). I already cannot wait to come back again soon, and I'm very eager to see what other yummy entrees they offer :)

This is one of those reviews I'm very scared to write because it might mean my wait to get in next visit is longer. Tucked away on a busy street in an unassuming neighborhood in Long Island City is a legit treasure. No fuss, limited menu that changes daily, limited seating, limited staff....unlimited authenticity!!! The stars speak for themselves. When your seated neighbors to the left and right are speaking Japanese....that should tell you something. We had the sushi lunch, and an extra roll to share! Pilled with fresh fish, pickles, rice, served with piping hot Miso Soup. Everything was what a lunch spot serving Japanese food should be. The price, the quality...just...ya...go there...but also...save me a spot!!

I love Hibino!!!! This was actually the very first spot I went when I moved to the city. Long day of moving and we need a nearby dinner -- it was a torrential downpour outside and Hibino took us in and treated us oh so well. Everything is yummy (I've heard they have an omakase service I've yet to try?), they have a board of daily specials, the atmosphere and staff are lovely and you can tell this is truly an authentic spot. Hibino has been on my dinner rotation for a couple years now, wonderful find in LIC!

Tonkatsu teishoku (miso soup and obanzai not shown). A very delicious meal that entailed a slightly thicker-than-usual cut of pork, but still juicy on the interior and crispy on the outside. I recommend getting the teishoku +$6 upgrade because I'm not sure if the rice is served otherwise.. The seasonal obanzai was a fried piece of mochi with soy sauce marination, and that was my favorite part of the meal! I also recommend ordering the fresh tofu as a starter. It comes with a side of minced scallion + ginger.

Food: Came here to order a few lunch specials with my family. Pork tonkotsu rice was okay. Nothing special. My pops ordered the oxtail and we had to ask for them to heat up the plate twice. They do have a good sushi roll deal ($12 for 2 rolls (12 piece) and a miso soup) I would recommend their sushi for their price and special. Service: Service was good. Ambiance: Small restaurant. Good to come for a quick lunch.

It's hard to try any other sushi place but Ooi for me in the neighborhood, but I was open-minded about Hibino due to the solid reviews and reasonable prices. The interior is plain, cute, and even a bit quiet. I joined in with a friend on edamame, which was fine and normal, no complaints. The shining star was the Hibino sashimi plate which comes with a loaded futomaki roll. Each piece of fish was super fresh and tasty--no bs plain white fish here. The futomaki had so much in it that it was hard to eat, but this made for a very filling meal with a ton of variety. They have lots of specials each day to try but I think I'll find myself coming back for this dish.

I decided to take one of my girlfriends to Hibino for her birthday. We both ordered the Kaizen Don as our mains & also ordered a few appies and rolls to share. The Kaizen Don itself was worth it - the seafood was super fresh and the cost was fair for the amount of food that we got. Both of us were fulfilled without being overly stuffed. And luckily, we saved enough room for dessert & ordered the soy milk pudding, which I'd recommend. The vibe is very chill and food & service are pretty quick. Although parking might not be super easy, Hibino is conveniently located by the 7 train.

I came here on a weekday night without a reservation and got seated right away. It's a small cute restaurant right next to the 7 train Vernon Blvd/Jackson Ave station. I got seaweed salad and omakase set. The seaweed salad is a mix of different kinds of seaweeds which was fascinating as I've never had so many different kinds of seaweeds elsewhere. The omakase was fresh. I think it's a good value for the price.

I intend to be a regular at Hibino. I liked it from the moment I stepped inside and saw the light wood furnishings in a minimalist setting, with a long communal table; it looked appropriate for the cuisine. The decor is not what matters though. The food is what counts, and I can attest that their quality is excellent. I had all but given up on sushi in Queens. I love eating sushi. I love living in Queens. But I had consumed so much sub-standard raw fish in the world's borough, I was lamenting I would need to trek to Manhattan. The exception to that judgment is omakase, which has been a craze, but the places offering that set menu also are at a price point that can be justified only for special occasions. Yet post-pandemic, I have been diligent testing out new establishments. I have been determined. And I I have discovered restaurants such as this, which are worthwhile. Although this venue is just about in "the City," qualifies as within my home borough. I went with a friend. He lived in Tokyo for years. I will not say something about this restaurant. Some observe a place must be good ie authentic because the diners are an ethnicity matching their expectations. That might be superficially rational. Yet it is based on the same type of inference as racial profiling. I reject it even if it is not invidious. (The same reasoning can be extended to denigrate Japanese restaurants with non Japanese chefs, after all. If you are troubled by racial stereotypes, you should be by all of them.) For what it is worth, ninety percent of the patrons were East Asian. My friend and one fellow in the corner were the exceptions, as Caucasians. We both had a starter and the chirashi. I prefer chirashi. It is efficient and economical. I am spoiled by Japan Inn (in Washington, D.C.), among the most venerable Japanese restaurants in the nation, catering to a diplomatic crowd, closed for two decades now. They had two lacquer boxes worth, one with the fish, another with all the mushrooms and pickles and other toppings such as pork floss. We had the uni and ikura add ons. The price was remarkable. It was reasonable. My only quibble is the tofu. I thought it was store bought, not made there or by another artisanal small batch maker. It was not unacceptable; it simply wasn't as good as the remainder of the meal. I remind myself, however: what do I know. I likely have eaten more tofu than the average American, but less than the average vegan. And this isn't a big deal. My wife loved her Volvo Cross Country, which she drove for 21 years. A car enthusiast magazine complained about the rustic stitching on the seats. That was not significant, one way or the other, to our use and enjoyment of the vehicle. That is what the tofu issue is: I can partake of the bounty of the menu, and perhaps there will be a different tofu dish later that will allow me to sample it again (or a different version). The service was attentive. That is always positive and deserving of being called out. The entire experience made for a great evening. The extra feature is a subway stop at the corner. You are unlikely to do better in Queens. Highly recommended.

For countless years, I've been a loyal patron of Hibino, and its unwavering consistency never fails to impress. As someone who appreciates variety, this establishment stands out. Alongside their regular menu, their specials always catch my attention. Their fresh lunch bento boxes, priced at $12 is a deal as you can select from 10 items, offer a rotating variety. During dinner, they provide generously portioned tapas at an affordable price. As for the service, the staff efficiently attend to me, despite also serving as waiters. The ambiance maintains a comfortable noise level, complemented by instrumental music, creating a cozy atmosphere. For area of improvement, offering additional salad dressing options would be beneficial, as the provided dressing had an overpowering smell. However, this was only a minor concern for me since I consumed it alongside other dishes rather than on its own. Overall, my experience was positive, and I highly recommend it, especially considering its affordability compared to many authentic Japanese restaurants.

An economic size restaurant that can easily get crowded with a minimalist interior. We ordered a seaweed salad, which is so pretty and delicious, the chicken katsu bento and salmon miso bento. The salmon cut is quite small so I was still hungry :) The bento meal is decent with the price tag that comes with it. The miso soup is delicious with a notable umami flavor. There were three cute babies and toddler during our visit so that was a plus! :)

The lunch sets were delicious! Everything was fresh. I loved the minimal design ambience. The service was friendly and efficient!

Not a very assuming storefront, but cozy atmosphere and vibes and the staff here are super friendly and helpful. Got the kaisen don for lunch takeout, which came a bit shy of ~$28. While its not a huge portion, you do get a generous amount and assortment of different cuts of fish - scallops, ebi shrimp, salmon, hamachi, tuna, mackerel etc. (each ~2-3 slices, might be missing a couple of cuts). Sashimi was very fresh and tasty! The sushi rice is nicely vinegared so it pairs well with the sashimi, some soy sauce + a dab of freshly grated wasabi. Would love to swing by and try out their in-person service!

8 years since I been back. Trying to "support the hood" more. Walked in Friday 6:30pm, they asked if I had a reservation (I didn't). There were many empty seats and they said most tables have reservations. They ended up seating me and my dining companion at the center communal table which had terrible stool seats. It was uncomfortable but we made do. Hibino is still a solid place to go to for Japanese flavors. The food is Japanese home style and it is priced appropriate for what you get. Service could improve on a large scale, but I could see everyone was doing their best. My favorite was the Kamo salad (duck), it went well with sake. Def a good spot for a no frills meal.

$28 for very stringy Toro Don(Fatty tuna), 1/4 or 1/3 was not eatable. I've been order this place quite frequently for past 6 years or so. i was very disappointed the quality of sushi or sashimi went down.

After a recent visit, I'd also like to add that the salmon taka roll was delicious. I didn't know what a taka roll was or what to expect, but it had incredible flavor. The shiso and miso enhanced the salmon.

Overall: One of the best tasting, most worth, comfort Japanese food places in LIC! I come here probably 1-3 times a month Lunch Sets: Includes veggie/side of the day, salad, soup, and entree for only $13-15! Their salmon collars are their most popular lunch special item and it always seem to run out (it's only $15 and it's HUGE) so make sure to get there early! I also really like the yuzu vinaigrette they have in their side salads! Other Menu Items: I've also tried their chirashi before, and I really like that they serve it with shredded egg omelette!

I cannot comment on the service as I only got a takeout order. I had a salmon belly Don to go. I was stunned to see how little fish they gave me for a $27 bowl. It was 6 measly slices. I understand that it's hard to run a restaurant. If the cost is high, maybe charge a little more for a decent bowl. The amount of fish is insultingly little. This is not how you get returning customers.

Great sushi in a nice ambiance albeit a bit rushed. My bf and I came at 7pm on a Friday night - we were able to call ahead for a reservation the same night. We both had the $40 omakase course and thoroughly enjoyed! The only caveat is that it doesn't come out piece by piece like a normal omakase, it comes out all at once. In my opinion this detracted from the experience bc we ended up finishing our sushi pretty quickly. Regardless the fish was fresh and rice was cooked well though it was a tad too acidic for my taste. Great value for great sushi in the neighborhood! Their lunch specials also look great and affordable!

***Fresh, Great Service, Small Seating*** I absolutely enjoyed the food here. Everything we ordered looked and tasted high quality. The server was helpful with recommendations. The white fish appetizer was so delicious and their sashimi was very fresh. Highly recommend making reservations as there is limited seating.

Their lunch bentos are SO GOOD and affordable. Wait can be long because there's not much seating, try to come at an off hour. I ordered the Hibino Chirashi bowl. Such a gem in LIC!!

Amazing sushi place in LIC! Delicious! This is a small place but cozy. One long table on one side and a few tables on the other. They have lunch sets and bento boxes. They also serve sake. A few choices for by the glass and also can get a bottle. It was definitely good with the meal. Been here a few times. I had the chirachi and the Kaisen don. Their chirachi is cut up into smaller pieces than most chirachi's I've had. This was still very tasty, but I like slightly bigger pieces similar to sashimi. They do have a sashimi plate that looked really good. It's swirled like flowers. I went with the kaisen don since it had different fishes. That was so good, especially the cod, ebi and scallop. Too bad they didn't have uni though. I also tasted the salmon bento box. This is good also, but I like the sushi/sashimi more. I tried the soft shell crab roll. That was just ok. Not as crunchy as I thought it would be. Not to be missed is the dessert - homemade Mochi with green tea ice cream inside. This was so delicious. Didn't expect the skin to be homemade. I thought it was going to be from a box. The mochi is so soft with that chewy consistency. Mmm.. Will have to come back again.

Delicious and fresh sushi. Come early as they get busy. Kaisen don looks deceivingly small but I almost couldn't finish. Hand roll was also very good.

Yum, a great place with authentic Japanese in the neighborhood. I love that they bring a sign around that has the specials of the day, which we normally order. All of their dons are delicious, and so are their sushi dishes. It's a small but cozy environment, and the food makes you feel welcomed. I love coming for dinner and ordering a sake to go with our meal and finishing off with a dessert that they have available. It can get pretty busy during the peak hours/days, so I recommend going a little off-peak to guarantee a spot.

Quality has gone down. The rolls are bigger and actually prefer them smaller and the fish was very chewy. Not a good cut of the fish nor quality. Didn't look or taste as authentic as before. Miso soup didn't have seaweed but I guess that's ok and the tofu was nice although not much in terms of quantity. The plus side is their chirashi is still cheap and they're better priced than some of the other sushi. But the quality of the chirashi would widely vary based on who the chef was. I may still give this a try again this was always my go to take out sushi. Edit: after reading the other reviews, I also want to add the rolls were not rolled expertly felt like a Whole Foods sushi roll. Really sad. Used to really like this place.

Called and made a reservation here for Friday 8PM for four people. Make sure you show up early to look for parking, because we had such bad luck that day that we were looking up until 8pm. I called them to let them know we'd be a little late, but was shocked when they said they were actually not able to accommodate our reservation request and that we could take our time. This really turned off the whole party because they never called to inform us, but I tried to keep a positive outlook, as I was excited to eat. They gave us a menu to look at and order as we waited outside but we were not seated until 8:45 or so. The restaurant is quite small! We all opted for the $40 omakase that comes with 9 nigiri pieces and a choice of a handroll. The waitress asked if we wanted uni, to which we excitedly said yes, but then she said oops jk we ran out of it. Ok trying to keep my positive outlook. We also ordered a sparkling sake which was delicious, but the waitress accidentally shook it before opening so some of it spilled everywhere. No offer to replace it despite good sake being lost. Now the service is officially a mess! Thankfully after all the service hiccups, the food was still delicious. The omakase ended up being of really great value and the fish quality impressed all of us. Other notable mentions are the duck breast, chirashi, and the tofu. The hand rolls were standard, and the mackerel was a little strange in texture. I would return for their food, and hope the overall experience is better next time.

Update, four years later! Get the Kaisen Don! For $28, it's totally worth it for such high quality and fresh fish on a bed of sushi rice!

Great place in LIC. The interior is very minimalist, very tastefully done. The service is fast and friendly. Prices are very reasonable. I enjoyed the minced chicken soup appetizer and the roles are very pretty good, made with good quality fish and easy on the rice. Definitely recommend!

I live really close to Hibino, and had been meaning to try it for years before I had a chance to go. The storefront is very unassuming, doesn't have a big sign, and is partially obscured by construction on the sidewalk in front of it. The restaurant is very small, but cutely decorated. Service is good here. The food is very authentic and great. They also have pressed sushi, which I absolutely love and is very hard to find in the city. I have tried the seaweed salad, chicken karaage, and a number of sushi items, including the salmon hako sushi (pressed), sea bream, scallop, and uni. All of the dishes that I've tried have been excellent. The restaurant also does $11 lunch obento specials that are made up of an entree, mini obanzai, miso soup, rice, and salad. The offerings change daily, and are great. I once ordered it and got a grilled chicken thigh box, which was really really good (4.5/5). The amount of food was super ample too. I really like Hibino and will continue to eat there and to order takeout!

Fresh, local, cozy. Hibino is the go to place if you want to enjoy an authentic Japanese meal in LIC. Think it is run by Japanese owners. The sushi&sashimi, obanzai and teriyaki is my favorite.

always love coming here! we tried the hibino chirashi and the tonkatsu this time around. the tonkatsu was super juicy and thick. the fish tasted very fresh. everything was we'll portioned as well.

Had a lunch date here. The bento lunch is amazing value, we ordered two sets and added a kaisendon as well. The fish in the kaisendon was fresh. The portion is a little small especially for a guy, so it's good we ordered 3 things for the 2 of us. Our server was attentive but she was really busy. Lots of takeout orders as well as dining in tables to take care of, and she was pretty much on her own. The only thing I don't like is how close the tables were together. I know this is a small restaurant and they have to seat enough to make a profit, but there was less than 2 ft between the person at the next table and myself.

Authentic Japanese cuisine. They always come out with a blackboard with the specials of the day. Ordered homemade tofu, spicy scallop, spicy salmon roll, uni sashimi and the sashimi entree that came with 15 slices of sashimi and rice. Everything was delicious and fresh. Service is great. Price is reasonable. Can't ask for more.

Hibino NY QN LIC 2021 June Four Stars This unassuming Japanese eatery is located in an unknown corner of LIC, but it's food is worth the adventure. The minimalist wood and mismatched chairs give Hibino its Japanese charm. We both ordered the Lunch Special Chirashi. First course was a mixed green salad with a wisp of ginger dressing. The miso soup was standard affair. The Chirashi itself was the star. There was a variety of small pieces of fish, shrimp, roe, and veggies arranged into food art perfection. The tuna, salmon, yellowtail were fresh and delicious. The eel and cooked shrimp gave it depth. The sushi rice was sweet, sour, and umami. The thinly sliced tamago (grilled Egg) was delicious contrast to the dish.

I have to admit, I was really impressed with my meal. I thought the decor was simple yet elegant and the service was fast and attentive. But the thing that was the biggest draw for me was the delicious sushi that was fairly priced. I want to visit for lunch one day and try one of their lunch bento boxes because they look pretty bomb and they are only $11. The food: Kaisen Don- This was on the specials board, it's pretty much a bougier version of their regular chirashi. My friend ordered the chirashi, and while it did look good, the Kaisen Don had a few fancier pieces which I thought was worth splurging on since the chirashi was $22 and the Kaisen Don was $26. The Kaisen Don came with botan ebi, hotate, Ikura, salmon belly, Maine uni, tuna and two other fish I wasn't sure of. And for those that don't notice, the rice here was excellent, it had great texture and was seasoned perfectly. Pay attention to the rice when ordering sushi!!! https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=MBOHXiAEZdfMdbr391ke6Q&userid=Y_iTTjKvV5hLy-880SZzlA

Was referred to this sweet little spot in LIC from friends of ours in Jax Hts. They were spot on!! We loved their lunch specials and had to order the Kaisen Don, as well, we were told. The fish was really well handled and the flavors were amazing at this price point. Happy that a Saturday afternoon was not a total mob-scene there. I can imagine the take out action during the week would make it much more hectic. Service was attentive and kind. The chefs here know their stuff. I can't wait to make another trip to our neighboring hood to get another Kaisen Don box in the near future!

Came for weekday lunch and had a good experience. A friend and I shared a roll combination (Eel avocado roll and kanpyo roll), a bento with broiled salmon belly, and a lobster tempura roll. The lobster roll was the best!

I love a chirashi and Hibino's version did not disappoint. I liked the presentation and the selection of fish. It included a scallop, which I have not seen so often in a chirashi. Everything was nice and fresh. We also ordered branzino sushi and agedashi tofu. Tofu was fantastic! Would definitely return when in the area.

Great price. Great food Phenomenal rice and shredded egg for chirashi bowl. About 20 bucks and 30 bucks all in. Great for a quick lunch or a light dinner

Some of the most fresh sashimi in the neighborhood. I highly recommend Kaisendon - assortment of sashimi over vinegary sushi rice and purple seaweed.

The fatty tuna was very fresh and really melts in your mouth. I think they were a bit understaffed when I went, but they still made sure we were fully taken care of. We got the Obanzai for the day and it was pork with lotus root and soy butter and it was absolutely AMAZING. If that's ever on the Obanzai again, it's a must get. The restaurant was full when we went, so be sure to make a reservation as the location isn't too large.

Been trying to explore all of the hidden gems of LIC, and came here on a rec from a friend Ambience: Chic casual. You eat semi-communally at a couple long tables in a warm, inviting atmosphere. Pretty quiet without any overwhelming music. Service: 5/5. Really fast and reliable. Our waitress took the time to educate us on items (and helped me with my horrible pronunciation ) which was much appreciated! Food: They specialize in omakase, as well as rolls. Great veg options! We started with Agedashi Tofu - deep fried goodness with a really savory dashi broth. The Shira-ae, with blanched brussel sprouts, asparagus, snow peas, okra, and bok choy, was a really nice palate cleanser. Had the veg and kanpyo rolls. The veg roll was not a typical boring avocado/carrot/cucumber roll but was more like a savory spring salad roll - refreshing and a bit different, although purists may have a problem with this roll . The other roll we got was a kanpyo, with soy-simmered squash, which was good! The matcha ice cream was fantastic. The soy pudding was a little disappointing but still satisfied a craving. And we got some free barley tea at the end which went really well with the dessert Overall solid. Will def be coming back!

3.5 stars Came here last Friday to celebrate my besties birthday. She actually called to make rsvp for a small group of 4- Friday at 8pm. It was pretty tough to find parking in the area so we called them to let them know we were running a little late. BUT, when my friend called, they said they weren't actually able to make the rsvp since it was busy?? And that when we arrive, we could just wait for a table. This was really odd, but we already made plans to come here so we decided to just head over and wait. When we arrived, the waitress actually let us order while we waited outside so our food would arrive once we sat, this was nice! Ahh when we said we wanted to get 4 omakase sets, she asked if we wanted uni, then said they were out of uni!!! Ahhh, obviously made a mistake but it was a very sad one! One last snafu - when we ordered the sparkling sake, our waitress shook the bottle, I guess she forgot it was sparkling, so when she opened it, I'd course sake was overflowing out. I mean it wasn't TOO much but still was wasted! Other than these things, I enjoyed the food! I liked the kamo salad (duck). The duck was super tender and the salad was refreshing. The karaage, was their daily special on Friday and wasn't exceptional. They were actually chicken wings but pretty small too. The Kyoto Hako Sushi (mackerel pressed sushi) was mediocre. This low key tasted like canned tuna on some rice. The omakase was a good deal, esp if they had the uni! It comes with 9 pieces of sushi and a hand roll of your choice. There were a few pieces that stood out but all the others were decent. The kaisen don wasn't bad, but would be better if the rice was improved. Sashimi was good! Will come back soon to try some other things!

Me and my wife used to go to Hibino and order delivery all the time. It was amazing. Loved the chirashi and hako sushi in particular. Sometime midway through the pandemic, the quality really took a turn for the worst. Today we ordered probably for the last time. The sushi is cut irregularly and kind of jagged, the fish tastes a little fishy in a bad way at times, and the hako sushi rice was soft and too vinegary. It went from having some of the best sushi in the neighborhood to feeling amateurish of late. I hope they can turn it around. The obanzai have always been good