Shima Sushi
A relaxed Midtown spot pairing fresh sushi and popular bento lunch specials with standout soup dumplings.
- Mon – Fri, 11:00 – 21:30; Sun, 15:00 – 21:30
- 226 East 51st Street
- 4.4 (144 reviews)
Description
On East 51st Street, this low-lit dining room offers a mix of classic rolls and hot dishes. Chefs prepare rolls featuring bluefin tuna, yellowtail, and eel, alongside salmon teriyaki bento boxes praised for balanced, not-too-sweet seasoning and generous portions of shumai and spring rolls. The kitchen also wins local acclaim for its soup dumplings, which patrons frequently rate above nearby options. The dining experience is marked by fast, friendly service, a relaxing soundtrack, and a reliable A health grade that distinguishes it in the immediate neighborhood.