Decent food, nice atmosphere. Unfortunately I get migraines from their sauces which suggests msg in their purchased ingredients. Don't think they're adding any - but a purchased sauce usually has yeast extract or some other source of msg to increase flavor. If I'm very very careful with my ordering I can have a great meal read more

Great sushi and definitely the best in Riverdale. A little more expensive than their predecessor but I'd argue that it's worth it. No liquor license yet. read more

On a strip of restaurants in Riverdale, it was easily the most popular and the longest wait on a weekday night. The special rolls were very good (foxy lady, pikachu, yes pikachu) and the appetizers were delicious. Service was pretty good, and we had fun chatting up the owner's daughter as we waited so even the wait was sort of fun. A friend of ours gets take-out from them all the time and she loves the place. n.b. becoming friends with the owner's daughter didn't help us get a table more quickly :^( read more

This place is small and simple with a touch of modern. Upon entering, the hostess quickly greeted and seated us. There's only seating for 4 at the sushi bar. I opted to be seated at a regular table. I ended up getting the sushi and sashimi omakase! My beau chose the sashimi only omakase. The female server doesn't speak English very well so the communication can be a bit lacking, though she is nice. She asked us if we wanted any appetizers to start, but we declined. While waiting for our food, I started to understand why she had asked about appetizers...it took quite a while for the sushi chef to prepare our lunches. I feel like they could at least give complimentary edamame or something. I can't imagine the wait if the place was full!!! Though the wait for our food was a bit long, the food more than made up for it. The fish were fresh and tasty. None of them had a fishy smell or taste. The texture was also on point; there was no mushy fish! The Kumamoto oyster was divine! I was slightly disappointed with the lack of uni, but quickly remembered a lot of shipments have been impacted by the snowstorm we've been having. Stupid snow! I wanted uni!!! Overall, great friendly staff, quality ingredients, and extremely fair prices! The presentation was even on point. I will definitely be back! read more

Aoyu Sushi - Delicious sushi and sashimi omakase! - Japanese Near Me - Bronx, New York

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My husband and I frequent this place quite a bit, the food is good and fresh. Service is always good too, everyone is always pleasant and kind. read more

First time coming here, the server was great and the manager was very accommodating when it came to making substitutions. The food was delicious, and if I'm ever in the neighborhood I would definitely come back. read more

Aside from misstating the name of the sweet and charming owner/manager, Joanna, the 5-star reviewers below are on the mark. This IS a wonderful, cozy, welcoming Japanese restaurant with impeccable raw fish and many other delicious dishes, which can hold its own against the Manhattan 'biggies.' As the word has spread, it is no longer possible to pop in there at any time and get a table. It is often necessary to reserve. When we began to dine there and found that Joanna's musical repertory was suboptimal, I offered to upgrade her collection with selections I thought appropriate: vintage Dave Brubeck and Jacques Loussier. She gratefully accepted. If you ask her nicely, I'm sure she will play these fine jazz recordings for you as well. read more

I order take out from this place all the time. The food is always fresh and deliveries come at a reasonable time. Try the omakase or any of the specialty rolls! read more

This may arguably be the best restaurant in Riverdale. This is way, way, better than a generic Japanese in Manhattan. The fish is first rate. The service is cheerful and they remember you. read more

Speaking from past experience of sushi in NYC, Aoyu most defiantly goes above and beyond in terms of quality and service. I work in Manhattan and am a regular at Sushi Seki and Gari, but I can come home and seek the same service in a more quaint atmosphere and with a less expensive menu. The decor is minimal, yet elegant and modern, which is exactly what I expect form a restaurant of this par. Aoyu always has fresh sushi and I recommend their Toro, Salmon, and they do have lovely Tobiko. For me, this is the best sushi of the suburbs and surpasses Palace of Japan across the street. Weather you attend the hill school and order sushi for lunch or a family with kids, Aoyu will cater your perfect sushi experience. read more

Aoyu has some of the best sushi you can find anywhere in NYC. And I mean that... Joanna, the owner/hostess, is terrific (and great with names) and the pleasant, attentive staff follows her excellent lead. Decor is very nice... but the food? Incredible. It's not cheap, but you get what you pay for... I do wish they had a wider range of sakes which tend to be a tad pricey, but that's nitpicking. This is one of my favorite restaurants ever. read more

First-class Japanese food. Broiled black cod is excellent, sushi consistently fresh and good. Very well-managed and thoughtful - the tempura and dumplings, for instance, are packed so they travel well for delivery. One of the two best places in Riverdale. read more

This place is seriously the best for sushi this far up in Manhattan/Bronx! Good sit down place too- wine/beer available!

Very good and fresh. Clean simple atmosphere, friendly professional staff.

Came here on a Friday night with a friend. I ordered the Shrimp Tempura and to be honest it was pretty tasteless, which surprised me because you can't really go wrong with Shrimp Tempura. My friend ordered the California Roll and something else, which he seemed to enjoy. The restaurant is pretty cute and intimate, the waitresses are friendly but I probably wouldn't come back. read more

Average sushi, quite overpriced for the quality. We dined here a few times and ordered take out once. When we arrived 20 min later, they made a mistake and gave our order to someone else. We had to wait another 20 min and when it was finally ready the owner gave us two small soda cans saying "sorry for the delay". Well that's a bit ridiculous and cheap of them.. a soda? Really ?! A glass of wine or beer would have been better, thanks. Overwall the wait time is long, they are stingy on the ingredients. Not the best in town read more

best sushi place in Riverdale, hands down!!

Been to a lot of sushi places, this one has great ambience. The place is super clean and the sushi is really fresh. I only gave it four stars because I think the menu, in my opinion, is a little limited, not as much variety of sushi as I'm used to. The spicy kani salad was good but no what I expected, it was more like a typical salad with some crab meat in it, although tasty not your typical kani salad. read more

I've eaten there twice now and the food is fresh and well prepared. Even the take out dishes are presented well and taste good. The price is reasonable and the lunch can't be beat. read more

This is a very modern, clean, and intimate restaurant with a friendly and cheerful staff. The miso soup is excellent, and all the rolls are tasty (they have quite the variety)! Definitely my go-to sushi spot in Riverdale, and I actually prefer it over most sushi joints in Manhattan. The restaurant can hold no more than 20ish hungry customers at once, though. So it would be wise to make a reservation just in case. read more

I love the miso soup, this place is very nice and is not overpriced. The sushi is very fresh and the rice is very crisp. great food

I went here after I read the interviews on yelp , and it was great ! Great food, nice atmosphere excellent service! Definitely going back again,more than once. No need to go to manhattan to eat good sushi . read more

My gal friend and I have come for lunch here. The food is excellent, presented well and the atmosphere is calming and soothing. I would recommend this restaurant to anyone coming into Riverdale and vicinity. read more

the place is clean w/ a nice atmosphere - but pricy and the service isn't very good. asked for spicy mayo 3 times - almost finished my sushi by they time they did food isn't anything special - for the money they charge, they should be more attentive read more

starving in the summer and craving something delicious and cool to taste. prompt service. Ordered a spicy maki combo which were 3 rolls (california with spicy mayo drizzled, spicy salmon, and spicy tuna). freshly made and not lacking in fish, good flavors as well. salad came with a very tasty ginger dressing. Hubs ordered a salmon teriyaki with perfectly cooked salmon that had a side of vegetables. Would definitely come again. read more

I love this place! We came on a week night which was outstanding because it was not crowded at all. The staff was very friendly and the environment was welcoming. The Yakitori appetizer was superb, and my salmon entree was delicious. The rolls are amazing also! This place is so convenient for us to go to in riverdale, and we will come here often! read more

I really appreciate quality sushi. This was my first time getting sushi here and I will definitely be ordering from here again.

Best service I've received in awhile. Very accomodating from beginning to end & the food was fantastic. Fresh, creative, and good value.

Good, consistent quality food. Great salmon skin salad and sashimi platters. Reasonably priced considering the quality of the food. Staff efficient, friendly, and professional. Eat here once or twice a month. Will keep coming back. read more

I dream of sushi this fresh, paired with crisp, cold white wine. Aoyu Sushi is located on the main strip of the Riverdale section of the Bronx. From the outside, it's your typical sushi restaurant with a black awning and somewhat obscured front window. Inside, the restaurant is sparse, but clean. There is no need for decor, however, as the service and sushi are the stars of the show. Aoyu has an impressive menu full of creative rolls, perfectly sliced maki, and raw and tempure appetizers. The wine list is long, impressive, and pairs excellently with the dinners. The restaurant seems to be family-run, with a wife manning the front of the house and her husband manning the kitchen. Their younger daughter is often spotted eating sushi and doing her homework - what a lucky kid! I would eat here every night if I could afford it. read more

This is a great addition to Riverdale! Finally a great sushi spot inthe neighborhood. I highly recommend this restraurant the sushi taste great and the service is great as well. read more

I have eaten take out from here a bunch, but I recently ate in the restaurant when my mom came into town with my three small children. We went early because my kids are loud, and I didn't want to ruin the ambiance for all of the other customers... But I just have to say that in addition to delicious food, this place is super kid-friendly. They were so sweet with my kids, tried to distract them when they got fussy, even helped me put their coats on when we were done. I have gotten such horribly treatment by restaurants because I have little children, and this was such a breath of fresh air. Love this place. read more

One of the best sushi joints around. Talk about quality and convenience, the fish is always fresh and the service matches their great food. Must go! For the real sushi lovers read more

Amazing service, fast but not to the point where it bothers your meal. Great and fresh sushi. Never been unsatisfied here!!

The ONLY restaurant in Riverdale outside of pizza shops that I have been able to order from more than once. Thus far I have ordered three times from Aoyu Sushi and each time has been better. Highly recommend their special rolls such as the Dynamite and the Spicy Girl rolls. The food arrives laser and is well presented. Highly recommend it. read more

Excellent food, very creative menu, top quality ingredients, beautiful, very clean place and excellent service. What more can I say?

always fresh, clean and on time. price is ok and quality is very high. I love this place.

I just ordered a delivery for lunch special and I was very impressed. Sushi was delicious with freshness and quality. The price was great too!!! So far this is the best place I tried in Riverdale. read more

The sushi is super fresh, great service and the interiors are very nice. One of the best sushi restaurants we have been to in this category. Definitely great quality, which is rear to come by with the vastD amount of sushi restaurants in New York read more

This was my first time at this restaurant. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable they helped me find the right Sake for me. The food was great I can't wait to go again and try something new. I had the Beef Negimaki it was inventive and very tasty. The ambiance was casual and friendly. read more