Wabi Nori Queens

Had a great experience at Wabi Nori in Flushing. From the service to the food and drinks and even the atmosphere- everything was amazing! The host Sonny was warm and welcoming, Amy our waitress was really great and made wonderful recommendations and we even got to meet Chef Sam, who was a delight to chat to and entertaining to watch while he served people at the omakase bar. The vibe was perfect, too. Music wasn't too loud and the decor really helped in setting the mood. Definitely a place I'd come back to for dinner or even a drink at the bar - highly recommend to anyone looking for a cool spot in Flushing!

While visiting New York and staying in Corona, Queens my wife’s hometown we were craving some delicious sushi and discovered Kaizen. From the moment you walk in, the ambiance, décor, and most importantly the people immediately set the tone for an unforgettable dining experience. We started with cocktails, and every one was a hit. The Kaizen Lychee-tini and Shiranami Paloma were smooth and perfectly balanced, and the Tokyo Mule was outstanding especially for someone like me who loves ginger. These handcrafted cocktails did not disappoint. The service was truly top-notch. Thiha made excellent recommendations, we began with five different hand rolls each one showcasing incredibly fresh, high-quality fish. We also enjoyed the miso blackened cod and the karaage Japanese fried chicken with a spicy mayo sauce, both of which were packed with flavor and cooked to perfection. Every dish was thoughtfully presented, and Jessica took the time to explain each plate in detail, which made the experience feel personal and elevated. Between Thiha, Jessica, Elias, and the consistently fresh fish & savory dishes, the entire evening was a hit. We will absolutely be back for the omakase experience. Thank you to the entire Kaizen team for a memorable night!

Stopped by here briefly right when they opened and sat at the bar. It is so cute inside and plenty of photo ops. Friendly bartender and super welcoming. We ordered a couple cocktails - the Spicy Matcha Margarita and I believe it was The Kaizen cocktail. Both were very good and then we had ordered a few handrolls, the hotate, botan ebi and the A5 Miyazaki Wagyu. All of them were absolutely delicious and the Happy Hour here is definitely worth it. We plan on coming back to try more of their menu.

Truthfully, not bad at all if you're in Flushing & cannot venture off to the city. I ate here in October & it was pretty good. It wasn't Michelin level, grant it, but does that mean it's not worthy? Drinks were good too.

I have never been a hand roll sushi person. Until today. It was a delightful treat to try sushi a new way. I had one classic and two signature options. I really liked them all. Service was fantastic and the atmosphere was calming with a modern but beautiful aesthetic.

Was there at 5pm on a Thursday for their $100 Omakase meal. The restaurant has a nice decor. We sat at the sushi bar and was able to watch the sushi chef prepare the courses. Fresh pickled ginger cubes were provided to clear the palate. He also gave us additional information on some of the dishes. The food was very good, fresh seafood, and good service. My husband also had the $45 saki flight which he enjoyed.

Dear Kaizen, My wife and I chose Kaizen for our wedding anniversary this year due to our shared love of Omakase, and living together in Flushing for fifteen years. We'd been before, sitting at the bar, and had an incredible time. The chef's attention to detail along with the fun atmosphere and kind staff were all we needed to convince us to bring our parents here for our shared big day. While as a couple our experience was lovely, bringing our parents there proved to be a mistake. We sat at a booth due to my mother-in-laws mobility issues due to her Parkinson's, and the five of us (my wife, myself, my sister-in-law, father-in-law, & mother-in-law) ordered the 6 course Omakase with each of us getting one or two add ones. The first course was served delicately, and we all sipped our little soups with joy. My parents had never experienced Omakase, and it was important for me to have them savior each dish distinctly for its own special flavors. After our first dish we were informed that our sake pairing would be sped up & my wife and I agreed. Next, instead of the next plated dish, we were served all five courses on a single dish without any of the accompaniments. I was embarrassed on behalf of my family, as one is easy to recognize when a restaurant wants people to leave as fast as possible. This was meant to be a paced, slow, family dinner where we talked about our accomplishments and celebrated each other. Instead, we were rushed when the place was not busy. I appreciated the manager coming to us at the end and asking if everything was ok, but being polite I just thanked him. In the future, if you provide Omakase at booths, provide the experience, or don't offer it.

I was so excited when I found out Wabi Nori was opening its second location! The food was on point as usual fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Their hand rolls are always a standout, and the drinks pair perfectly with everything. The staff and manager were so welcoming and attentive, which made the experience even better. The ambiance is chill, beautiful, and perfect for a relaxed night out. Definitely a spot I’ll keep coming back to!

So... if you're looking for A. Amazing Sushi , B. Awesome ribs C. Phenomenal drinks or D. A great atmosphere?? Look no further than Kaizen! I had the pleasure of eating here and it did not disappoint! The bartender for the evening was Serena and the manager was Sunny- I was welcomed and treated with the upmost respect. They made me feel welcomed and special. It's Mandatory that I come back. The ambience is sexy yet welcoming on top of the food being super delicious . That's the type of feeling that you look forward to when spending your money.

Came here with my best friend for happy hour to check out the area since I just moved in and omg I had a great experience here. The place looked very nice and cozy with a cherry blossom tree in the center of the sushi bar. However we sat at the bar for happy hour and the bartender Serena was honestly great. She was very knowledgeable about the cocktails and I had the best spicy margarita drink here. The spicy matcha margarita is now my favorite drink and I look forward to it on my days off. If you come in I recommend sitting at the bar, Serena will make sure your experience is better.

Delicious food and service Great music and fantastic manager and servers Would come back here in a heartbeat.

Came here for restaurant week dinner. The presentation and the taste was fine. The online ads for restaurant week didn't specify you must sit at a table to do the restaurant week deal and can't sit at the sushi bar. That was fine since that was fixed. But the food was not a lot. The fish was fresh, but I didn't find anything worth dying for. The thing that was upsetting was the undisclosed credit card surcharge. While I would've still paid with card, it would've been nice if that was made clear when the server came to collect payment.

I didn't read any reviews before going, but after my visit, it's interesting to see I had a similar experience as another yelper who commented on how some of the staff only attended to some Chinese speaking customers and gave them freebies. We received satisfactory service from the younger staff members, but of course received no freebies. The dinner omakase set was just okay, but of course we're spoiled by the omakase scene in the city. Here, there's only one omakase option at dinner, $100 for some apps, 9 pieces of nigiri, a hand roll and a dessert. There are quite a few places in Manhattan that offer better value and better quality.

Easily made same day reservation for the premium omakase experience at the sushi bar for two people at 6pm. It is a 15 course omakase for $100 per person. Prices do not include taxes (even though it says it includes "taxes and fees" on OpenTable). Nice little restaurant outside the busy downtown Flushing area. We found free parking easily a couple of blocks over. When we first entered I thought the restaurant smelled very nice - so fragrant. Like flowers and perfume. After a while it became overwhelming and I could taste the aroma in my mouth. That can certainly be toned down a notch. I did not like that I was not able to see the sushi being made as there was a shelf-like barrier surrounding the bar - a working area for the sushi chefs. You can see from their elbows upwards. One of the fun parts of omakase and sitting in the bar is watching the sushi chefs at work... but you cannot see anything here so that was a disappointment. The food was okay. It started off meh but really finished off with a bang with the last 4 dishes. The otoro with onion crisps was tasty. The uni was a melt-in-your mouth experience. The Wagyu and foie gras was absolutely delicious. The dessert was complex with many different parts - I really enjoyed it. To be honest it was kind of awkward sitting at the counter. The chefs were paying so much attention and laughing along with their five Cantonese speaking diners that it felt uncomfortable to be there. They were given quite a few freebies. I can tell the two white female friends next to me felt a little weird about it too as I overheard some comments. While I appreciate that the experience was not rushed as most other omakase places, there were long periods of time where we were not given anything as the sushi chef was giving his Chinese counterparts his undivided attention. The most unprofessional part was as soon as that party of five left, the manager exclaimed "those five people just spent $800 on their bill" in Cantonese in which they all did a little cheer amongst themselves. They probably didn't realize that my husband and I understand and speak Cantonese as well. That was completely unnecessary. To be fair, the sushi chef did give us and the two female friends a freebie toro at the end. Strange enough after we paid and the females lingered finishing the drinks, they got additional freebies. Of course I appreciate it but they really have to be mindful as to not show favoritism. It puts a bad taste in my mouth. I'd much rather everyone not getting any freebies than it making me feel less. My husband actually said it was his least favorite omakase experience. I thought it was mid - not my favorite but definitely not my bottom three.

Was there at 5pm on a Thursday for their $100 Omakase meal. The restaurant has a nice decor. We sat at the sushi bar and was able to watch the sushi chef prepare the courses. Fresh pickled ginger cubes were provided to clear the palate. He also gave us additional information on some of the dishes. The food was very good, fresh seafood, and good service. My husband also had the $45 saki flight which he enjoyed. We will rtn.

Great first time Omakase experience. We had the 16 courses, great price, seafood is very fresh, drinks are beautiful and tasty! We are very happy with our experience. Great service as well, we will def come back!

From youtube and shorts I saw this sushi restaurant since it looked really hyped up, I decided to go here as it was also bookmarked. This place is in the same building as a hotel just in case one can't locate it. Once you enter there's a coat rack and you see this nicely decorated dining area. I was very impressed. I was told that lunch is until 2:30pm and they close promptly at 3pm. Reservations aren't necessary on Sundays for lunch. Anyways, I ordered the a la carte menu and not the omakase. From the a la, I ordered a bunch of handrolls where they make the inside part and you need to put it in the seaweed yourself. Also, the red miso soup it looks and tastes exactly like regular miso soup. The black cod and a bowl of white rice which was quite expensive for the rice on the side. Overall, I enjoyed everything but it was expensive for Flushing.

I had an amazing experience here tonight. My mom treated me for omakase for my birthday. It was 15 courses and every single item was delicious and fresh. I would definitely come back for this experience and to try other menu items! Thank you Kevin for making this experience memorable. We also did the sake pairing, and I loved every single sake. The hostess was nice and brought me a birthday dessert and birthday shots! What a fun night! 10/10 recommend for a special occasion or date night !

I reserved the Mother's Day omakase experience. The food was good, of course, but I particularly enjoyed the company of the hibachi chef. He noticed my father seemed a bit awkward, and went out of his way to chat with him about the different seafoods, where to catch them, etc. My father always feels a bit out of place in fancy restaurants, but he loves food and cooking so I was glad the chef caught onto that. The Mother's Day omakase was pricey, at $150 per person, but it was a great experience.

Delicious 14 course omakase! Favorites were the mackerel appetizer, the scallop nigiri, and chocolate mochi and icecream dessert. I often dislike scallop nigiri but it was so fresh and melt-in-your-mouth here. The space is beautiful, clean, and the servers are very attentive. Such a great find and a place I would depend on if I lived nearby!

I received an email notification that Kaizen has specially invited a Vietnamese chef who is a little famous on social media from L.A. these two days. We thought it should be interesting, so we came here to try it. The taste is not bad. However, the most important thing is to spend a pleasant night with family. We still prefer the skills of the two chefs of Kaizen, but because they shared the kitchen and sushi bar with the entire guest chef team today, the two resident chefs were unable to show their cooking skills well, so we can only come back another day to enjoy their cooking. The atmosphere on the scene today is not bad, and the service is also OK. This event will last for one more day tomorrow (06/06/2025), and those who are interested can make a reservation and try it.

Very pretty restaurant with cherry blossom tree inside where you can get Omakase for such a good price and also very yummy!! Can't wait to come back

Heard about this place for a while but never visit since recently. One of the reason is the location, which is at the not-so-good part of Flushing. Also, it is selling hand rolls, which I wonder what's the diff than usual sushi. I would say, the hand rolls are quite expensive. I ordered a set and it only has 5 pieces. They are bigger than the regular sushi. The ingredients are fresh and nicely seasoned. But I didn't feel filled after a set meal, that's even not enough for my husband. And it already cost us more than $100. I know $100 for 2 is quite normal nowadays but still feeling hungry is not acceptable lol The omakase price is quite good thou. Maybe I would go back for that. This is a nice place to hang out anyway.

My husband and I celebrated our 10 year wedding anniversary here, sitting at the sushi bar for the 13 course omakase. We made a reservation for lunch and we were seated right away. The decor was chic and as soon as you walk in you see a beautiful cherry blossom tree inside the restaurant. So much to look at while you dine. Loved the little chopstick holders Each course that was served was explained by the waitress or the sushi chef. The first three courses were served by a waitress. The rest of the courses were explained by the sushi chef. Every piece was melt in your mouth, fresh, and super flavorful. When you check in on Yelp, you get a free handroll, so my husband and I added a roll. The cocktails we ordered were beautiful to look at and delicious. At the end, the waitress surprised us with a free dessert with a beautiful heart candle to help celebrate our wedding anniversary. The dessert that comes with the omakase was so good too! Lots of photo opportunities after our meal too. I highly recommend a visit.

Can't rave enough about Chef Ben and his omakase! We were hooked after our first time with Ben and we specifically asked for him this time, and it didn't disappoint. We were there the day before Mother's Day, but we asked ahead of time for Mother's Day special. Manager Sunny called us to confirm our request and accommodated us. It was a perfect Mother's Day treat! The food was superb, service was delightful, and that Cherry tree is Instagram worthy

Fancy sushi spot, eel avocado unagi hand roll was good, do the 3 roll set! I got the Kaizen Handroll Set, but would probably just order that alone next time, the others didn't stand out. Also you can ask for soy sauce on the side. Drinks are pretty and tasty, pink lily, lycheetini and gin blossom were all good (just a bit sweet so had to add ice and water) It is an expensive spot, could be good for special occasions. Very nice presentation but portions are quite small so I left a bit hungry. Friendly staff. It gets busy at night for dinner time so make a reservation before you go!

I came as a group of 4 to do the 12 course omakase, but sat at a table rather than the omakase bar. Upon following Kaizen on instagram, I was very intrigued by the Taro Boba Tea so I ordered it. However, it was not like how I imagined it to be; the boba itself was hard and did not taste like boba. The drink itself did not taste like Taro and was more on the alcoholic side. The 12-course omakase started off with a fresh oyster followed by deep fried soft shell crabs. Then, it was an assortment of fresh fish, scallop, uni, and a handroll. It all ended with dessert which was a mochi flavor of your choice. The fish was delicious, it melted in my mouth. I wish their lunch menu was offered during dinner as well so there are more selections! Our waitress was very attentive and explained each dish as they came out. The entire experience took under an hour, which was surprisingly fast for me as I expected to be there for about an hour and a half.

Had the Omakase. Service was great, decor is beautiful but we left hungry. Our party of 8 hit up Wendy's afterwards as the Omakase experience did not fill us up.

The interior decor is really nice. The best place to sit is in the area encasing the fake cherry blossom tree, which is where we reserved seats. I highly recommend reserving seats in advance since it gets really busy & they might not have seats available, esp in the best spot. Service is good , but I wished 1 of the servers spoke a bit slower, cuz it's kinda hard to understand & remember items on the menu when they start rapping. We got the $65 12-course spring omakase. This seasonal menu ends 6/20. We thought the 12 course might not be filling enough for dinner, but if you check in on Yelp, you get a free classic hand roll. My friend also had a coupon for an appetizer & we were satisfied with the whole meal. I don't ever recommend eating up to your neck like I do once in a while, cuz you might not be able to move & might end up with a stomachache for the next 30mins. I don't eat raw seafood much so this was definitely a different experience for me. The sauces &/or seasoning are overbearing at times; you can't taste the seafood much cuz the sauce or seasoning overpowers it. A few of the courses were a bit too salty for me. 1st course was oyster with roe & scallion on top. This was my 1st time having such big roe raw. It feels like popping boba when it pops, but then what hits is a taste similar to fish oil. Since my friend had a coupon for free appetizer, we chose rock shrimp out of that & edamame. The rock shrimp tempura is decent. It comes on a bed of leaves & is doused with a sweet mango? sauce & sesame seeds. The shrimp is piping hot, so be careful unless you want a burnt tongue & mouth. Don't expect the rock shrimp to be anything like P.F. Chang's. The latter has bigger, crispier shrimp with a thicker, creamier, not as sweet sauce. 2nd course was miso soup. I've hated miso soup ever since I tried it some 14 years ago or so. Idk if I'm getting accustomed to the taste, but this miso soup was pretty decent. 3rd course was soft shell crab. This was nice, crispy, not overdone, crunchy exterior. Some places overdo it & burn it a bit. Not here tho. Perfect exterior & soft meat. It wasn't bitter like some places where they don't take out/clean whatever organ makes it bitter. Courses 4 to 8 were some types of fish & seafood including tuna, salmon. Course 6 might've been scallop, but not sure. Course 9 was sea squirt. It has a really strong raw seafood aftertaste. With all of the courses besides the 1st 2, the wasabi hits at the end. Course 10 was some typa fish. Course 11 some typa fish in seaweed. After that, we got the check in perk. I chose yellowtail scallion while my friend got salmon avocado. The cuts of fish were really good. Some were better taste-wise, the fattier, the more buttery & better imo. Course 12 is dessert, which is mochi ice cream: mango, strawberry, matcha, & I think there was another option. I chose matcha & my friend got mango. Each of the mochi ice creams are split in half. Whatever you do, no matter how burnt your tongue or mouth is from before, don't shove half the mochi ice cream in your mouth, unless you want brain freeze. Take a small bite at a time, unless you wanna torture yourself.

The restaurant vibe is eclectic - it's striving for elegance, but then has a sports bar in one corner and whimsical swing chairs by the sushi bar. My husband and daughter both enjoyed the omakase, which now has 15 courses. I had the short ribs, avocado salad and shrimp tempura. The ribs were very tender and delicious. The avocado salad came with tuna sashimi and was also very good. Unfortunately, I would not get the shrimp tempura again. The waitress was attentive but not very friendly.

Went here for Mother's Day and of course I'm booking the omakase at the bar. 18 course for $150 definitely worth it! The uni pasta, hand roll, oyster, wagyu were my favorite. Make reservations ahead of time. Staff were really nice and friendly. Would definitely go back to go for another omakase and won't be hungry afterwards!

Friends and I came here from Houston and had the $65 12 course omakase at the sushi counter. The ambiance of the restaurant was very pretty and clean, and the restrooms were also decent and spacious. Our sushi chef was a young man who was very friendly and attentive to us, but the service from the waitresses was okay. The only omakase I've been to before this one was a much more private and exclusive experience, so I will say for the price this is a pretty good place to try for casual omakase. Every cut of fish tasted very clean and was a decent size, and the hot dishes were ok at best. One complaint my whole party of 4 had was that we felt very rushed during our meal, as the first 3 courses came out from the kitchen what seemed like 2 minutes or less apart from each other and 2/3 of those dishes were not something you could eat in 1-2 bites and be done with. Our waitress also came by and only asked for a drink order once, to which we responded that we would look at the drink menu first and wait for her to come back. She didn't come back until towards the end of our meal when we only had 1-2 courses left, so we didn't see a point in ordering anymore.

Came back to try their omakase again for VDay. For $100, it's definitely a good value. The dishes were hit or miss. Some were fantastic, others were just okay. Nothing was terrible. Overall, an okay meal but nothing memorable. Staff was friendly and attentive. Seating is fairly spaced at the counter.

Came here on a Friday work lunch, We made a reservation but it some how didn't register but the place wasn't busy so they were able to sit us down asap. We ordered the eel bowl, the TRIO CLASSIC and the lunch set. Quite expensive for a two person meal. The meal was decently good, all the fish was on point. The eel bowl was probably the best thing we had but my wife loved the scallop hand rolls. Service was quick. We were in and out in about 40 min since I had to park only meters in the area. They were very accommodate as we had a baby with us. Love the decor and the cherry blossom tree in the back. Would come here again for the omakase experience.

A very classy Japanese restaurant that is part of the Four Points by Sheraton Flushing Hotel. The place is not that big, but there are several seating options: bar for drinks, sushi bar for Omakase experience (piece by piece), table and booths for regular dining options or Omakase served in flights. There are also two black wooden circle swings in front of a Sakura flower sign that is perfect for a photo op! The restaurant does offer lunch on Fridays to Sundays from 12 PM to 3 PM with special combos as well as Omakase for take out. I came here twice for the omakaze at the sushi bar, which happens to be both my first and second Omakase experiences. There are about 18 seats at the sushi bar and Omakase bookings limit up to 6 guests per hour from 5 PM to 9 PM. The 12 course takes about an hour or more and the 16 course takes about an hour and a half to two hours. The first time I came on a Thursday for ladies night which was buy 1 get one free Lycheetini and Pink Lily. However, I made it a few minutes before my 7 PM reservation and was also able to make happy hour which is usually Mondays to Wednesdays from 4 PM to 7 PM and Thursdays from 5 PM to 7 PM and several cocktails are $10 instead of the usual $16. There are also other things offered during the happy hour including apps, beers, wines, and shots. I had the 12 course for $65 which included a miso soup, Kumamoto oyster (my fave), soft shelled crab (so crispy!), 7 sushi, 1 hand roll, and a dessert. You might still be a bit hungry after the 12 course so I usually recommend the 16 course! The second time I came on a Tuesday it was unlimited sake with the 16 course Omakase. It was about the same layout but with more sushi! I tasted a variation of scallop and sea urchin and fatty tuna. Mhmmm.. they were so good - I just want more! The chef is very friendly and the atmosphere was great. Will definitely recommend Kaizen for Omakase for the price, convenience and vibes. Kaizen in Japanese means change for the better or continuous improvement. I think this restaurant has definitely made Flushing better and their menu is constantly improving!

I came here for my friend's birthday party, and was honestly disappointed. The waitress mixed up me and my friend's order (my friend didn't want the same omakase because she was on a budget but ended up being forced into the same one as others at my table). As for the omakase itself, it was highly disorganized and I received my dishes out of order. I also was missing some items and had to ask the waitress several times about it. There was confusion at my table too. Not sure if we got lesser service because we were at the second table (farther away from the birthday girl). But I know the birthday girl was happy, so that's good at least! She did get a free meal for her birthday though, so not sure if that had anything to do with it. I did provide feedback directly to the Kaizen team, and they said they would share my experience to make sure it doesn't happen again. They offered $10 credit for my next visit, but I haven't been able to get in touch with them to plan the next visit. I'm willing to give them a second chance because the food was good and the space was beautiful, but unsure of how they would confirm and verify the credit since they did not provide details around it.

Kaizen is Flushing's answer to Nami Nori, though it fell a little short. Came for dinner on a Friday night and tried: + Kaizen lycheetini + Tuna tartare app + Hand rolls: -unagi - eel, avocado, homemade eel sauce, rice pops -hotate - scallops, xo sauce, truffle -chutoro - medium fatty tuna, scallion -crab - dungeness crab, miso sauce -Spicy tuna (classic) Cocktail was solid. My favorite bites were the tuna tartare app, plus the eel and spicy tuna rolls. MFT was also good. Rest of the rolls were nothing too special. Free classic hand roll with Yelp check-in was a nice touch (went with the spicy tuna). Overall it was a good meal, but not necessarily worth going out of your way for. Also, I know others love the "hotel scent" of this place, but I found it to be a pretty cloying air freshener smell. Not a great combo with temaki (or any kind of food).

The food was amazing, very refreshing flavors in the handrolls. My only complaint is I felt that they were a bit tiny for the price. At least compared to other places I've been with similar prices. I did end up ordering more handrolls after these three, on top of 2 appetizers during happy hour: the karaage and gyoza. The handrolls could definitely use more filling. The interior is a bit dark and intimate at dinner. Overall very good spot for a date night.

Ambiance is good. Food is mediocre, not as fresh as I would expect out of an omakase. If you are a foodie, and you have tried sushi everywhere, even in Japan then forget it. The Hokkaido uni and scallops, I am not sure, maybe they are from Hokkaido but not to my taste bud. The size of sushi is half of the size of what you usually get elsewhere. We had to order extra on top of our omakase. It's definitely a drinking/hanging out with your friend place.

After eating omakase at Kaisen late in the evening, I broke out in hives all over my body. While the service wasn't bad, the freshness of the food is questionable. Considering the quality, the price also felt expensive."

A very decent restaurant offers good price on omakase and great services! Inside this high ceiling joint is nice and clean with very chill and comfortable vibe. I personally love the Cherry Blossom Tree decor behind the counter. We had a very pleasant Omakase experience! A group of 5 of us sat at the sushi counter last Monday night for 17 piece omakase. A shout out to Ben the sushi chef! He was very informative, friendly and easy to talk with. We enjoyed our dinner very much and had a fantastic time. For sure I will be back again and this joint has just become one of my go to when in mood for omakase! Another shout out to Bob the fun boss, thank you so much for the warm hospitality.

DON'T, JUST DON'T! If I could rate this a zero star, I would. This pasta is disgusting - the texture is gritty and then slimy and the taste is horrible. The aftertaste is even worse. They won't let you return anything for a refund - So, DON'T WASTE YOUR MONEY! I paid $50.00 for six boxes(yes, this is WAY OVERPRICED - you can't buy just one) to try, and was disgusted with the taste. I threw all the boxes in the trash and wanted to warn others before they purchase this stuff.

Service was friendly inside this small romantic restaurant hidden under the Four Points Sheraton hotel. Parking is tough so pay for the parking is worth it. Drinks were delicious and the sushi quality is what you pay for.

This omakase and hand roll spot is one of my favorite spot in Queens. From the ambiance, service and cleanliness of the restaurant, it trully deserves a 5 stars. We ordered omakase and handrolls and everything tasted very fresh. Would definitely recommend.

Came for dinner for the $65 12-course omakase. The 12 course included 3 appetizers, 7 nigiris, 1 hand roll, and 1 dessert. Here is the full menu of what we ate with pictures attached: Appetizers: Kumamoto oyster Fish soup Soft shell crab Main course: Seabream Kanpachi Hamachi (torched) Akame bluefin tuna Toro caviar Hokkaido scallop (hotate) Sea urchin Hokkaido uni (contains wasabi) Toro with oshinko Desseet: Brownie mochi with vanilla ice cream Overall: We would come back. Server was very attentive. The restaurant atmosphere was very well designed. The nigiris tasted very fresh. Seabream, Toro Caviar, and Hokkaido Scallops were our favorites. It was a nice selection for the 12 course. It's definitely a perfect place for a date.

Ambience - the first thing you notice is the beautiful cherry blossom tree where the sushi bar is along with modern classy furniture. Hostess and wait staff were nice and friendly and made sure I was comfortable as I wait for the rest of the group. Food - my review may be a bit skewed due to dining with one of the owners who happens to be my friend's friend. He ordered for us which seemed like the entire menu. I was one lucky gal. The sushi was good! I really enjoyed the A5 wagyu with foie gras, hotate, otoro, and the sea bream. The sides including soft shell crab, tuna tartare, oysters, and the spicy matcha margarita were also really good. Especially the spicy matcha margarita! I asked the bartender to make it as spicy as she can, and she def understood the assignment. She even came over to check if it was to my liking. Fabulous! Service - phenomenal service from arrival to departure. I was tended with great care even before I knew that I would be dining with one of the owners. 9/10 would recommend. Who knew there would be good sushi in flushing?

Really enjoyed the winter omakase special kaizen is currently offering for a limited time where 12 courses is $65 and 16 courses is $100. I had the 12 course and loved the variety, quality and freshness of the food. You can really tell that the chefs put effort into every single piece they make! The decor is really beautiful as well - if you sit at the omakase bar you get to face a cute cherry blossom tree while you enjoy your sushi! As part of the 12 course, I had items including uni, fried soft shelled crab, miso soup, otoro, Hokkaido scallop and more!! My favorite was definitely the Hokkaido scallop which was super fresh and such a great bite. Would come back just for this!! Overall, a great spot for some affordable omakase especially for the price you pay!

This place is a gem if you're into handrolls and want a memorable meal. Walking in, you're hit with this luxurious vibe--there's a giant cherry blossom tree that makes it feel like you've stepped into a high-end spot in Japan. We started with some appetizers, and they were all hits. The rock shrimp tempura was crispy, the honey glaze ribs were sweet and tender, and the wagyu fried rice? Absolutely unreal. The miso cod was also a standout--so buttery and flaky. The drinks were just as good as the food. I had what might be the best Old Fashioned I've ever tried, and their "Ubelicious" cocktail was fun and different. The kids loved trying some Japanese drinks too, which made it a nice experience for everyone. But the handrolls were the real star. We tried a bunch, and they were all fantastic. My favorite was the A5 Miyazaki Wagyu with uni--it was rich, indulgent, and everything I wanted it to be. It's a great spot for celebrations. They brought out sparklers for us, which added a fun touch. The only thing is I wish their portions were a little bigger for certain dishes, my kids scarfed down their wagyu fried rice. Overall, it's one of those places that just gets it right--great food, great drinks, and a vibe that makes it feel special. Open bar special Monday to Thursday 5 pm to 7 pm 1 hour and 2 hour options

The ambience is awesome. Very open space with bonsai trees spaced throughout. A large cherry blossom behind the sushi counter. I'm in love with Kaizen. Apologies if I get the spelling of names wrong. Juan was the server I had both times I went. This dude is phenomenal. If I had a restaurant I would recruit this guy in 2 seconds. So polite and attentive. He might be the pinnacle of all servers. I can't remember having a better server in my life at any restaurant. Worth hitting the 22% tip button in this case, because Juan is a super server. The bartender... May...I believe is her name. She's very friendly and welcoming too. Great personality and can converse with you if you get a bar seat. On to the food... $25 set of handrolls for lunch. Check the photos and drool. Can't even tell you which was the best. Loved them all. Fried oyster was so light and smooth. $50 lunch omakase special. Wow. Great price for 10 courses. Finished with an Otoro and uni handroll. The uni was fresh in from Hokkaido. Top 3 I've had in my lifetime, including in Japan. So sweet and creamy. Incredible. Had to add an additional Uni Handroll to the order for $25 because it's that good. Kaizen is my spot in Queens for handrolls. The place is on point. Do the $25 handroll special and $50 omakase for a curated $75 lunch. Garage parking at the hotel or street parking if you get lucky. 5 stars. An easy scoring. This place rocks.

If you have never been to Kaizen and you love sushi, you need to come. Kaizen is hands down the best Omakase in Flushing, even Queens. It wins with the beautiful decor, excellent service and great food. It's really easy to make a reservation through resy, I usually go this route. They have sushi bar, booth, and table choices. The sushi bar is my favorite because the bar wraps around a beautiful faux Cherry Blossom tree. The sushi chefs, Ben and Jay are amazing and funny. To the right is a swing which is a great photo spot the 'gram. There's also a nice bar area if you're just in the mood for drinks. They have beautifully presented yummy cocktails and good sake. Kaizen tends to run a lot of specials, so follow them on Instagram for their lastest offerings. I know for sure Tuesdays are unlimited sake night with omakase and Thursdays are ladies' night. There are also happy hour specials and happy hour omakase. Now for the food, they are my favorite omakase. The fish is always fresh. I've never had a bad piece, and I've been to Kaizen probably a dozen times. They also have a chefs special donburi bowl when they are open for lunch on Friday, Saturday, and Sundays. Order this if you ever come here for lunch on those days. Make it a date night or bring a crowd.

I'm going to be totally honest and this is coming from someone who has experienced dozens of Omakase in New York. The two price points of $65 and $100 Omakase is not bad however the 45 minute experience for 16 courses is truly feeling rushed. This is not to mention there is absolutely no street parking around there except for the next-door hotel where they charge you for valet parking. I would think a dinner for two charging over $200 would provide some form of parking but that's just me. Each course is nothing special however if you go on a Tuesday, it's all you can drink sake but how much can you drink in an hour because that's the time limit they give you. Kaizen is not bad but with all the Omakase's opening in New York, there are plenty better ones imo at those price points. This spot is good for locals, people who live in the Flushing area whom don't drive. The ambiance and their service is fairly decent.

This place has been bookmarked for some time and I'm sad I didn't try this restaurant out sooner because my god it was good literally left me speechless. I came here for a to go order but due to the bartender Nicks great vibes ended up staying at the bar. my partner ordered the kaizen set and I ordered a few of their premium hand rolls and they did not disappoint very fresh everything I was craving and more.The establishment is absolutely beautiful from the decor to the vibes and service you will definitely come back. Don't forget to order a lychee martini it's dangerous

Came here for lunch and decided on the $65 -10 piece omakase. Everything was fresh and incredibly tasty. They change their menu with the season. They are currently serving their spring menu. They also have the $100 omakase with 16 pieces. Note- it's hard to find parking here but they have parking at the hotel next door which you will need to pay for. Service was great- she explained every dish that came out and checked in on us frequently. Decor of the place is quite pretty. I wish the restaurant didn't smell like the hotel as it's a bit strong.

The Best Under $100 Omakase in Queens Kaizen is an elegant high-end Japanese Sushi Restaurant that I can highly recommend to all Queens locals From the sleek design to the welcoming staff to their new fall menu and excellent drinks - this place will positively surprise you. You can order their delicious hand rolls a la carte or enjoy two of omakases - 13 courses for $65 or 17 courses for $100. I tried the 13-course option with sake pairing ($45). And it was just amazing. Among highlights: Kumamoto oyster with caviar Hokkaido scallop Chutoro Blue fin tuna with caviar Hokkaido Uni Torched yellowtail Fatty tuna - Otoro hand roll, but every dish was superb!

Great food and atmosphere. Service was great and we had a great experience. Would definitely go again

Step into kaizen for a taste sensation, we tried the Lunch Handroll set with Hamachi, Hotate, Akami, Sake and Fried Oyster -available Fridays and Saturday from 12 pm - 3 pm, also the chef's choice Don Buri-Fresh sashimi over a warm bowl of rice is a feast for the senses. we've got the Mochownie dessert, it's a sweet melody of warm mochi brownie bliss. With a buzzing vibe and a full bar , Kaizen is your go-to for an epic dining experience.

I went there for my mom's 85th birthday. It was mother and daughter night out. We weren't what to expect so we started with 12 courses and to see if we needed to expend to 16 courses of omakase. Each piece of omakase was amazing and after 12 courses, we were so full so was not able to enjoy to expend. Food is amazing and beautiful and so does the place. I know it is faux but cherry blossom trees made both my mom and I feel flutter. :) Also, sushi chef has 25 years of experiences and his selection was wonderful. I think there is a special price till end of the June this year and highly recommend. I was enjoying the food too much and wasn't able to take many photos, LOL.