Watawa Sushi
Looking for a place to enjoy fresh and delicious sushi in Astoria, New York? Watawa Sushi is the spot you don’t want to miss. Located at 33-10 Ditmars Blvd, this trendy yet casual sushi restaurant is perfect for a night out with friends or a family gathering. Whether you're a sushi connoisseur or just looking to try something new, Watawa Sushi has something for everyone.
The vibe here is lively but not overwhelming—it's a great place for groups and families with kids. The outdoor seating area is perfect for enjoying your meal on a warm day, adding to the relaxed, inviting atmosphere. The moderate noise level makes it ideal for a casual chat while enjoying your meal.
Watawa Sushi’s menu is packed with tasty options, but a few dishes stand out as crowd favorites. The Rock Shrimp is a must-try, crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and full of flavor. If you’re a fan of spicy sushi, the Spicy Tuna Roll will hit the spot with its perfectly balanced heat. For something more adventurous, try the Pauline Roll, a unique blend of fresh ingredients that will leave you craving more. If you're not in the mood for sushi, you can’t go wrong with the savory Chicken Teriyaki or the classic New York Roll, which is a delightful twist on a traditional favorite.
Watawa Sushi is the kind of place where you can easily spend hours enjoying good food, great company, and a fun, relaxed atmosphere. Whether you're here for lunch, dinner, or a special occasion, it’s a fantastic spot that will satisfy your sushi cravings.
Reviews
Love that the lunch special is offered Monday through Saturday until 3PM. Service is good.
After almost a year of planning, our meetup finally came to fruition. Without hesitation a swift choice was made to gather at Watawa Sushi in Astoria. Watawa's double wide, modern restaurant is nicely décored in colors of beige and white, with bright pops of red. A large dining area greets you upon entry, with the secondary area housing long bar seating, additional dining tables, plus a beautifully maintained pond sprinkled with rose petals for the holiday season. To start with drinks, I piggybacked off of Sunshine's order of a Lychee Martini. The Lychees were fruity, juicy and sweet and the liquor quite strong. It was a martini after all. Our apps and rolls pictured were very good. Though next time my roll ordering will need to be more cognizant of food tolerances within our group, so each item can be enjoyed. :) All in all a pleasurable afternoon at Watawa, hanging with chill Yelp peeps I haven't seen in multiple years. Fun times, in a great environment with great service, fulfilling conversations plus laughter rounding out this long awaited Dec 2024 holiday meetup perfectly.
Dined in for an early NYE dinner and it did not disappoint. My first time eating in (usually take it to go) and the service was fantastic. Loads of staff effortlessly maintaining an exemplary dining experience. The sushi melted in my mouth as I ate. We were lucky enough to sit by the sushi chefs a s were able to watch them work! So cool!
I had been here when it first opened (before I was on Yelp), so I'm glad I got to come bacl with family tonight to revisit & review. I got the vegetable gyoza to start, the agedashi tofu, avocado/cucumber roll, and sweet potato roll. The gyoza were perfectly crisp on the edges with chewy center and delicious filling. I asked for the tofu to be extra crispy but it came out regular (I'm just not a fan of soft tofu consistency), but it was still tasty (esespecially with the sauce that came with it). The rolls were tightly packed and had a decent amount of filling for the plain vegetarian options. Family got the edamame, calamari, rock shrimp, chicken katsu, a few different teriyaki combos, and several rolls and everyone thoroughly enjoyed their meals. The atmosphere was chill, the drinks were STRONG, and the service was spectacular (servers, bartender, and bussers).
I ordered the lunch special for takeout, it get fresh and without even the slightest hint of fishiness. The lunch special comes with your choice of 3 rolls (6pc each). I got the Spicy Salmom (great, minced finely), Yellowtail with Jalapeño (I'd recommend the Yellowtail Scallion instead), and tuna with avocado (fantastic, great cut of tuna). The miso soup came with the special and it was great as well and a large portion. All in all, would definitely recommend, and I'll dine-in next time as it seems nice and proper inside.