Sushi 21

Sushi 21 sits where Seventh runs under the West Side’s slower groove, a block south of the main thoroughfare. The neighborhood’s sidewalks stay busy through lunch and dinner, so weekday solo diners and counter-service crews all end up at the same stretch. Hungry guests trade subway delays for sushi and small plates designed to move quickly—healthier bites are tucked between the classics, while lighter vegetarian tasting options keep the rotation fresh.

Inside quick-service hours and casual tables meet steadier neighborhood rhythms. Lunch counters buzz through the noon hour; once evening settles, the same space turns to lighter dinner plates without ceremony. Most tables fold when the crowd swells, leaving the floor open for drop-ins who only want a sturdy counter stool and a quiet spot for one.

Catch it between errands or after the theater run. At 174 7th Ave #1 phone (646) 486-6288 or pull up the map before you walk.