Whether you prefer to have your sushi during a night out on the town, all dolled up and paired perfectly with a cocktail, or on your couch in sweatpants while binging on Netflix, sushi lovers have endless options in this neck of the woods of Hoboken and Jersey City. With tons of sushi restaurants scattered throughout Hoboken and Jersey City, it’s hard to choose — so we’ve rounded them up for you. If it’s a California roll, a shrimp tempura roll, nigiri, sashimi, edamame, or something else, we’ve got you covered. Here are the best sushi spots in Hoboken and Jersey City, according to your sushi ambiance preferences.
Hoboken
Avocado Sushi | 404 Washington St, Hoboken
With five locations in Staten Island, this New York-based restaurant eventually made its way to Hoboken in June 2023. Hence its name, there is a vast range of sushi options available here. Avocado Sushi cooks up California Rolls, Spicy Kani, Eel Avocado, and Easter Rolls within its sushi menu selections. Avocado Sushi is open Monday through Thursday from 11AM to 10PM, Friday + Saturday from 11AM to 10:30PM, and Sundays from 12PM to 10PM.
Ayame | 526 Washington Street, Hoboken
Aside from being one of Hoboken’s few Hibachi restaurants, Ayame has a wide-ranging sushi menu to please any sushi lover’s palate. From standard vegetable rolls to unique flavors such as the alligator roll (shrimp tempura, cucumber topped with eel, avocado, and BBQ eel sauce), this sushi joint even serves something called “sushi cake” which is spicy tuna, cream cheese, avocado, and eel over rice, which is worth trying. With prompt delivery and easy orders for takeout or delivery on a variety of apps, Ayame is another convenient and tasty option.
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Illuzion | 337 Washington Street, Hoboken
This longstanding sushi spot is a fan favorite — and if we can share a tip: order one of the specialty rolls. This contemporary spot does delivery and dine-in, which is of course BYOB.
Okinawa | 400 Newark Street, Hoboken
Quick, fresh delivery and great prices are the two main draws to this downtown Hoboken sushi joint, but what will keep you coming back for more is the delicious sushi, soups, and appetizers. With fantastic (bargain) lunch specials and endless options of rolls and hand rolls, you can try something new with every visit or takeout order. Some of our favorite Okinawa rolls are the rainbow roll — assorted raw fish on top of a traditional California roll — that’s just as pretty as it tastes, and the Tokyo roll which has lobster tempura, avocado, cucumber, mango, and masago wrapped in soybean paper and topped with mango sauce.
Robongi | 520 Washington Street, Hoboken
Right on Washington Street, Robongi is a go-to sushi spot with a unique and energizing interior, themed after the streets of Tokyo. Its funky, fun vibe inside is matched with equally delicious takeout or dine-in options. Robongi has house specialties ranging from steaks to tartars — but is also well known for its incredible sushi offerings. The most popular rolls include the ISO roll (spicy salmon, avocado, cucumber, panko flakes all wrapped in white seaweed) and the Godzilla roll (spicy yellowtail, jalapeno, white tuna, and salmon topped with avocado and black roe) — and the American dream roll + avocado salad is nothing to scoff at, either.
Saka Sushi + Hibachi + Mocktail | 618 Washington Street
Saka is newer to the Hoboken food scene but received a warm welcome from locals with its extensive selection of sushi and Hibachi dishes. We’re talking sushi, so here’s a rundown: there are tons of vegetarian options, naruto rolls, hand rolls, and specialty rolls like the Washington Roll (lobster salad, shrimp tempura, avocado, soy paper, with spicy kani, eel sauce, and tobiko on top). It’s BYOB so bring your favorite bottle of wine or mixer to make a cocktail with.
Saku | 936 Park Avenue, Hoboken
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This upscale sushi gem boasts Japanese cuisine with gluten-free and vegan options. Think: innovative sushi, eclectic cocktails, and a one-of-a-kind experience perfect for date night. It also has omakase. The cocktail bar is stocked with wine, sake, beer, and Japanese whiskey, and from sushi apps to specialty rolls to sushi bowls, there’s something for everyone.
Sushi by Bou | Inside Ani Ramen, Jersey City + 225 River Street, Hoboken
This speakeasy-ish vibe sushi spot has become a popular spot among locals over the last few years. Housed inside the ever-popular ramen restaurant and bar Ani Ramen in Jersey City — this is a traditional omakase-style sushi experience. Reservations are limited, so make sure to plan ahead. The newest location of Sushi by Bou opened in Hoboken in January 2023 — complete with a white stone sushi counter that seats 12, and a dining area with hand-drawn and watercolor graffiti murals commissioned by local Japanese artists.
Sushi Lounge | 200 Hudson Street, Hoboken
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As one of two locations in North Jersey (the team recently just opened in Morristown), Sushi Lounge in Hoboken is nestled in a cozy corner spot on Hudson Street, offering traditional Japanese cuisine, sushi, and Japanese-fusion-style entrees. Popular house specialty rolls include the fantasy roll (spicy tuna and tempura flakes topped with avocado and furikake) and the coconut shrimp roll (coconut shrimp tempura, and mango, topped with spicy tuna, cooked shrimp, and coconut flakes with eel sauce and coconut wasabi sauce) that are perfectly paired with some steamed edamame. This is definitely a sushi spot to “dine in,” as it has a fully loaded bar and delicious craft cocktails that perfectly complement your sushi order.
Ubu | 205 Hudson Street, Hoboken
This is an old-school, no-frills sushi place that serves up traditional, great-quality sushi. The menu is stacked with gems and a large selection of special rolls. The owner is very welcoming and the environment is cozy.
Jersey City
DOMODOMO | 200 Greene Street, Jersey City
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This waterfront sushi spot is an upscale dining experience. For $89, diners can order the ‘DOMOKASE’ tasting, which includes 8 pieces of the chef’s choice premium sushi, a choice of a hand roll, a choice of a dessert, oysters, and more. There’s also a variety of hot dishes to choose from a la carte, in addition to hand roll and nigiri options. Plus, it has a substantial sake menu — excellent pair with fresh seafood.
Honshu + Nigiri by Honshu | 95 Greene Street, Jersey City
This Paulus Hook establishment is a takeout-lovers dream, with delivery and takeout orders available via a ton of apps. For dine-in, you also won’t be disappointed as you indulge in Honshu’s delicious sushi offerings amongst the chic and modern décor and fun environment (fun fact: voted as one of the 50 Best Sushi Bars in America by The Daily Meal!). It’s a great spot to take a date or business lunch, with its new space being a mix of modern and rustic. In the fall of 2023, Honshu launched its newest concept, Nigiri by Honshu on the patio at 95 Greene Street. The concept serves an intimate experience of four-, five-, or six-course omakase-style sushi with views of NYC. You can learn more about it here.
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Ichiban To-Go Catering | 365 Palisade Avenue, Jersey City
Nestled on the corner of one of the busiest streets in Jersey City Heights, Ichiban is serving up one of the most inventive, unique sushi presentations the area has to offer. A family-owned and operated business since 1997, Ichiban used to solely offer catering services, but in the wake of COVID, the restaurant switched gears and now offers take-out and delivery. During the shutdown, the family revamped the menu with items like a ramen sushi taco, sushi burgers, and sushi pizza.
Wisp Express | Food Truck
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This sushi spot is on wheels. Though some may be skeptical of sushi from a truck, this spot serves up fresh + delicious sushi. It offers salads, poke bowls, and — of course — a long list of both special rolls and regular rolls. Reviewers rave about the scallop sushi, saying it’s one of the best items on the menu. You can catch Wisp Express rolling through Hoboken, Jersey City, Bayonne, Weehawken, and Union City. To follow along with the truck’s whereabouts, you can check its Instagram.
Jersey City’s Milk Sugar Love Expanding to Asbury Park
Milk Sugar Love, the beloved Jersey City-based ice cream shop known for its handcrafted treats, is expanding to the Jersey Shore. In June 2025 the artisanal creamery will open a new location in Asbury Park, New Jersey, bringing its signature small-batch ice cream to the beach. The woman-owned ice cream parlor — founded by chef-owner Emma Taylor — is known for using high-quality, all-natural, and organic ingredients to create classic and seasonal flavors. The Asbury Park location promises to be a sweet addition to the seaside scene this summer. Read on to learn more about Milk Sugar Love’s new location opening in Asbury Park, New Jersey.
The Details
Milk Sugar Love is set to open at 1319 Memorial Drive in Asbury Park, New Jersey in June 2025. The new shop will feature an expanded production kitchen, walk-up window, and café-style seating for 12, including a few coveted counter seats where guests can watch their sundaes, affogatos, and ice cream specialties being expertly prepared.
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The Asbury Park location's expanded menu will showcase house-made ice cream available by the scoop, artisanal soft serve, specialty coffee drinks such as affogatos and cold brew floats, and a full take-home menu including ice cream sandwiches, celebration ice cream cakes, and fresh-baked treats. Milk Sugar Love’s ice cream flavor options span from standards like strawberry and vanilla to one-of-a-kind tastes such as lemon olive oil and guava cream cheese.
The Monmouth County expansion marks an exciting milestone for the brand, which has been delighting dessert lovers at its storefront in Jersey City since 2014. The announcement of the future Jersey Shore location was made in tandem with a reflection and celebration of its tenth year in business.
“It’s been 10 years of Milk Sugar Love and I still deeply believe in what we’re doing – making inventive and delicious ice cream from scratch using locally sourced, all-natural ingredients. You help me continue to live this ice cream dream of mine with every post you share, with every pint you bring home for the family, with every friend you bring to visit the shop. I am excited for another year of making ice cream for you in Jersey City and soon, in Asbury Park too!” founder Emma Taylor announced on the Milk Sugar Love Instagram.
The new location in Asbury Park is fitting because, like most Jersey girls, Emma spent her summers down the shore where her love of ice cream blossomed.
"I moved to Asbury Park a few years back and have been inspired by the city’s live music scene, its close-knit small business community and of course, all its delicious food," Emma shared in the official press release. "I'm thrilled for Milk Sugar Love to join this creative community.”
The flagship Milk Sugar Love location is at 19 McWilliams Place in the Hamilton Park neighborhood of Jersey City. Previously, Milk Sugar Love operated a second location in the Jersey City Heights neighborhood at 394 Palisade Avenue, however, this location closed in 2022. Fans can expect the same dedication to quality and creativity that has made Milk Sugar Love a local favorite in Jersey City down at the shore.
Emma and the Milk Sugar Love team will be popping by Berg’s Smoked Meat + Poutine in Belmar, New Jersey on Saturday, January 25th from 12PM-2PM to celebrate the two businesses’ collaboration. The team will be scooping up the limited edition flavor, Caraway Crunch, serving up free samples. Pints will be available for purchase to enjoy at home. Berg’s Smoked Meat is known for its Montreal-style smoked meat and poutine. The Berg’s team worked with Milk Sugar Love to create the flavor, which is sweetened with brown sugar and crunchy-, all-butter smoked meat toffee pieces mixed in.
Be sure to follow @milksugarlovejc on Instagram for updates on the new Asbury Park, New Jersey location.
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