First off, this is a vegetarian review. I am a vegetarian food lover and I frequent this place a lot. The food is delicious and the staff is very cordial. My friends really enjoy sushi and I always have quite a few options. The Vegetable Gyoza, sweet potato rolls, cucumber rolls and mango rolls are some of my favorite. And there are more options if you are a vegetarian. Be it the plating, presentation or taste this place has never disappointed me. It is simple, elegant and delicious. read more

Nishiki Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Rensselaer, New York

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Great service awesome rolls Hidden gem in the strip mall Went on a Wednesday night and it was busy but not overrun service kept up with it read more

A mix of good and bad. The Nishiki roll is easily one of the best sushi rolls I've had in the US, the flamingo roll was incredibly bland. The gyoza and seaweed salad were also very good. But I received the gyoza after I had received the check and the restaurant was not Very busy. read more

Always great service! Great food! I feel welcomed every time I go with my girls! Highly recommended:) read more

Nishiki Sushi - Super Volcano Special Roll Sweet Heart Special Roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Rensselaer, New York

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My family and I have been enjoying Nishiki Sushi for years. At least once every week or two. The food is always so fresh and delicious. I highly recommend the tuna capaccio and the ninja roll. And the Rensselaer Roll. And the gyoza. And the Tom Yum soup. So many favorites! The restaurant is owned by the kindest people, a local family who live right here. If you enjoy sushi, hibachi, ramen, or poke... you really must you dine here, like immediately. Eat now, enjoy, and thank me later! read more

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This place does not have good sushi. We had the spicy scallop roll (more like spicy panko roll, legit don't think there was any scallop in it), tuna avocado roll (there wasn't much tuna, nearly all avocado), eel cucumber roll (eel was fishy in a bad way and super chewy and slimy), Rensselaer (just no), and the hurricane roll (the only ok roll b/c it was deep fried, a cooked roll should not be the best roll at a sushi place period). Other than that, the waitresses were nice and the inside was clean, the food just wasn't good. read more

Visiting from out of town and found this place on Yelp due to good reviews. The service was good and quick. Ambiance was decent. My stomach wasn't feeling the best so I started with a miso soup, which was just ok. I ordered 2 California rolls and a mango roll with brown rice. I know, basic, but that's what I was craving. THE. ROLLS. WERE. SO. FRESH! Sushi in general is usually pretty fresh but the flavors and crunch were phenomenal. The ginger really helped to settle my stomach. The next night I was craving sushi again due to how good this was, but I was back home 2 hours away. I got the same sushi locally and it was nowhere near as good. My dinner date agreed, her's were also so good and fresh and she also kept craving it the next day! Of note, we got there right before closing. Highly recommended. read more

Good food. Fast and efficient service. Extensive menu! Crunchy lobster roll is a must! read more

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I ordered rock shrimp and this is what I got never ordering from this store again. Shrimp bites with some sweet tangy sauce read more

Nishiki Sushi - I ordered rock shrimp this is what I got never ordering from this place again. - Sushi Bars Near Me - Rensselaer, New York

This restaurant had delicious, fresh sushi.They offered a good variety! A hit with the family!

Food was amazing! I ordered the tofu salad, Rainbow Special roll, and Miso Soup. Would definitely come here again and price was great!

The food was bland. The only thing I enjoyed was the raw salmon. I ordered take out instead of dine in. Maybe it would be better if I dined in? read more

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Visited Nishiki for the second time yesterday, and it was as delicious as the first. Got a variety of fish including spider crab, salmon roe, spicy salmon, Godzilla roll and Nishiki roll. Nice fresh fish, delicious hot sake, and very pleasant friendly staff. We would definitely return. read more

Nishiki Sushi - Got a nice variety of sushi which they serve on a cute boat platter. Delicious and fresh fish! - Sushi Bars Near Me - Rensselaer, New York

Traditional Japanese fare, from sushi, to hibachi, to Udon. Reasonable prices, attentive staff, minimal interior. Numerous appetizers, crispy Katsu, and plenty of chef's rolls to choose from. read more

Nishiki Sushi is located in a strip mall, a few miles from the main city center, in a township more comfortable with diners and chain restaurants than the authentic or exotic. The ambiance was simple and straightforward, with disposable chopsticks, paper napkins and a reasonably-priced menu with quite a few pictures. Despite my concerns, I followed the Yelp reviews, sat at the sushi bar and ordered a simple lunch - a couple of rolls and a few items off of the à la carte menu. Spicy salmon roll, eel-cucumber roll; sushi: egg, red snapper, smoked salmon and eel - the presentation was pleasant enough, following an unremarkable miso and salad. Unfortunately, I visited on the day that the chef must have forgotten to season the rice with vinegar, salt and sugar (sushi-meshi) that is required for every piece I was served. Flavorless rice is not a good starting point. Going downhill from there, the spicy salmon roll was apparently a crispy spicy salmon roll. Surprisingly, the tempura-style crispy batter mixed into the roll overpowered both the spicy and the salmon flavors leaving bland filling surrounded by bland rice. Also, the grilled egg (tamagoyaki) was, upon closer inspection, not rolled. It appeared to be scrambled eggs shaped into a square, sealed in plastic and cooked in a immersion slow cooker (sous vide) - not grilled at all. Hopefully this was done on site. The service was prompt and attentive, which did improve the experience, but the bottom line is always the food - and all I ordered was a few simple items. The food is not particularly bad, but it could be so much better. Luckily for them, there is little nearby competition to force improvement quickly. read more

Nishiki Sushi - Hand rolls - spicy salmon, eel and cucumber;  à la carte - tomago, tai, sake and unagi.  2018 12 11. S19. - Sushi Bars Near Me - Rensselaer, New York

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Pretty decent choice for a place here outside of Albany! Miso soup - not the best I've had, fairly average. My friend and I share 3 rolls. The Pink lady was hands down the best!! Definitely get it if you're a sushi eater. The red lobster roll & the sexy beach roll were both pretty equal on goodness. And yes, both good, but like I said, pink lady outshined then both easily. Our friend ordered the shrimp and chicken hibachi and seemed pretty happy with his choice. It wasn't busy on a Saturday night around 7:30pm. But again, it's an odd location. Service is very attentive! read more

Love their food. Takeout is always quick. Prices are fair. Great customer service. I've been ordering from here for 5 years and they only made one error on a take out order of mine but they worked hard to correct it. I highly recommend you try this place. Food is always excellent. One of my favorite sushi restaurants. read more

The best sushi in town! My orders are always correct and they have excellent service as well.

Nishiki has Excellent sushi, easy pickup, or eat in at their intimate setting. It's a very nice hidden gem.

Nishiki does not disappoint! Our food is always fresh and delicious, it's quick to pick up, and the staff will go above and beyond to ensure you have a great experience. I wish more restaurants were this consistent! read more

This is the sort of restaurant that warms my soul. It is authentic, house-made with care, and served graciously with attention. Not what one would expect in a Rensselaer strip mall, but I was nearby in the late afternoon and went in for a late lunch/early dinner, in large part encouraged by fellow yelpers. The interior is pleasant enough and very clean. It seems the hostess/waitress is an owner and was very gracious. I had miso soup, gyoza and sushi. The miso soup and gyozo were excellent, flavorful and served hot. The sushi was so-so. Not bad, not great, somewhat poorly cut and not the best quality. I didn't get sick (I was wondering as I both ordered and ate since I was, after all, at a Rensselaer strip mall on a Monday). I will happily return when in the area. I think it's unfortunate that much of their business is take-out. It diminishes the respect and quality for the preparation. Would you order high-quality French to go (if they would let you!) and eat 1/2 hour later? It would not do the food justice. Same here, I believe. I encourage people to go and sit there to eat. I will again. Maybe I'll see you there! read more

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Today was my first time ordering from here. I did not eat-in, and the preparation time was only 15 minutes. I ordered the Christmas roll which is a spicy tuna roll with tuna and avocado on top, a regular spicy tuna roll, and a sweet potato roll. The Christmas roll was very good as well as the spicy tuna roll but the sweet potato roll tasted a bit bland. I would order from here again and it seems like they have a nice dining area as well. read more

Nishiki Sushi - Christmas roll, sweet potato roll, spicy tuna roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Rensselaer, New York

I like going here to have dinner. First off the hot towels they give you to clean your hands remind of of the first class or business class on an airplane. I love the fact that the hostess and our server all know us and when my wife ordered the wrong thing she was corrected.... the waitress said don't you mean chicken tempura (for the kids)... that was a nice save/catch on her part. Today I had the California roll and Sweet Potato Roll, while my wife had the Spicy Tuna, excellent..... I had that the last time. We love eating at Nishiki Sushi... We'll be back soon. read more

Nishiki Sushi - California Rolls and Sweet Potato Rolls - Sushi Bars Near Me - Rensselaer, New York

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I like that I've been here 3 times over a year, since I don't live here, and I'm already a "regular." Service is friendly and efficient, fish is fresh and well prepared. I am not a huge fan of wacko rolls, so I stick to the classics, and they do those well. One of my measures of success is the size of the Gunkan-maki, which is the little nori boat that ikura and uni are served in. Sometimes, it's too big to eat! These are just the right size for me. This is a low key, moderately priced, good quality restaurant. Thumbs up. read more

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Excellent fresh fish, salad was delightful. Nice Lunch prices on bento boxes. Good for eat in or take out. Nice space. read more

Nishiki Sushi - Trendy atmosphere in a strip mall. Full bar pleasant music Japanese beer - Sushi Bars Near Me - Rensselaer, New York

The entire office loves this spot, we have no problem spending over $100 on our lunch order here because it's that good.

Delicious sushi, nice atmosphere, friendly staff. They have a great lunch special Mon-Thurs where you get miso soup, small salad, and 2-3 rolls for a great price. Me and my friends go all the time despite the 20 minute drive. My favorite special rolls are shrimp tempura and spider roll, and I always get an avocado roll. I recommend this place to all sushi lovers! read more

Nishiki Sushi - avocado roll, spider roll, shrimp tempura roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Rensselaer, New York

Our group of 13 people descended on this place early and took up the entire back. While we certainly didn't make it easy on them that night, the waitress was a pro and was willing to put orders on separate checks. She was the only waitress working the entire space, which is pretty small, and we were sure to leave a good tip for all the excellent work she did. The food was delicious. The sushi menu is wide-ranging with very extensive descriptions of each roll. A range of bento boxes, appetizers, and noodle dishes are also available and looked great. Three rolls was plenty of food for 2 people. The drink menu was also very fun, with several hot and cold sake options, as well as sake mixes drinks. The plum kiss (a mix of wine and sake) was excellent. read more

My third visit here, and the sushi was fresh and delicious as usual. Today I ordered the Incredible Tuna Roll. It was a bit peppery, and included tuna and salmon. The wasabi was not overwhelmingly hot, so I included more than usual, I also had a dry sake, Shirakabe Gura that was not on the menu but recommended by the waitress. The staff is always friendly and efficient. My favorite sushi place in the Capital region. read more

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A neighborhood sushi bar in East Greenbush NY! I know two women who always order Sexy Girls and the staff brings drinks in martini glasses so full they leave the meniscus in the kitchen! I love the udon, both as a soup and stir-fried. Sushi is always fresh and staff super friendly. Just like that this suburban town actually has a fun sushi place. read more

A few months I gave you all a tip on a new place in E. Greenbush. I wanted to update my recommendation and make some suggestions. -Be open minded, try everything. -Drink Saki, then drink some more Saki - ask for recommendations from the staff when ordering. - learn the difference between sushi, sashimi, Nigiri - learn to use chopsticks -go with a pro I mentioned that I would be a regular, well I am now part of the chop stick club, like a mug club in bars. A Regular indeed. The dumplings, the back pepper tuna and oysters are a great starter. Try a roll, get the the roll of the day, or just say "surprise me". You will love what will show up on your plate. For me it's a home away from home. Friendly and attentive staff that loves to engage in conversation. So clean, that you could eat off the tables, and reasonable prices for the high quality you are served. Make sure you introduce yourself and bring friends. Count me as a loyal diner. read more

The sushi is top flight. Prices are reasonable too. I love the Super Volcano Roll and the Spicy Tuna Roll. This place is a real gem. read more

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This place opened 2 weeks ago, so me and some friends went and it was amazing! Could not believe how good it was, I had the 3 rolls lunch special for only $10. It was so unexpectedly good. The whole mean came with three rolls, salad and soup. It was only like $14 when I left and that's so cheap for sushi. I thought the Spicy Salmon roll was the best, everything tasted fresh too. So surprised for East Greenbush NY read more

I work very close to the establishment so I was very intrigued seeing it pop up! I can say that I was so very pleasantly surprised by how awesome and delicious everything was! I am vegetarian so I can't vouch for anything meat/seafood related. I ordered the avocado cucumber and sweet potato roll along with some soup. The portions are huge and everything was really fresh! The price is right... food is awesome. I don't think you'll regret checking this place out. read more

My husband and I like to tour the Cap. Region's sushi places when we're out and about. Last night we picked Nishiki and it didn't disappoint. Your usualy small quiet sushi restaurant (on a Sunday night). I had my standard three roll order (cucumber, Alaska, and Spicy Kani) and my husband had his standard "pick a couple of rolls I've never tried and go to town" plus his favorite eel avocado. He had the Nishiki roll and thoroughly enjoyed it, as well as the spicy crunchy scallop and really enjoyed both. My rolls were nothing fancy, but hit the spot and tasted great. Service was quick and the prices were good. If/when we find ourselves in Rensselaer again (which we will if we move out there), I will definitely be going back to Nishiki. read more

Time has improved a very good sushi bar/restaurant. The teriyaki beef was excellent. Sushi is generous quantity and amounts of fish in and on rice. The prices are a bargain compared with the other big two. Service has become more relaxed and more helpful. A good combination. The sushi/sashimi lunch and dinner combinations are a bargain. $13/23. In all, my second favorite Japanese restaurant in the Capitol Region. read more

Good food and service! I love the hot tea they serve here! One of the few good places to go for lunch in East Greenbush area! I have tried their different kind of bento boxes and hibachi options. Good on palette as well as the pocket! read more

So we returned to this place after 8 months... there's noted improvements in the quality of the sushi and sashimi. The rice is still not the right kind, and it's still not seasoned. However, the food tasted much better than the meal we had 8 months ago. Keep up the good work! read more

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FINALLY! A decent sushi restaurant in Rensselaer County! It brings tears to my eyes! The wasteland that is East Greenbush dining (sorry, Chez Mikes; you guys are great too) finally gets a sushi oasis. I'm a happy man! This place is very good. The Sushi Bento box is chock full, and hearty. The special rolls are interesting. The decor and service are excellent. And my wife, who does not eat sushi, can find various vegetarian "sushi" rolls on the menu that make her happy. So I'm happy. Honestly, Nishiki is not the greatest sushi I've had, but it is very good; a solid 4 stars. read more

It's not the sushi that was bad. The actual sushi rolls were pretty good. The shumi were terrible - tasted like gefilta fish - and the vegetable tempura was nothing special. If you are smart, stick to the sushi. I don't know what the other reviewer was talking about - there were no hot towels! But the server was very friendly. For a strip mall in Rensselear, NY, the sushi was good. read more