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Watawa Sushi
- 33-10 Ditmars Blvd, Astoria, NY 11105

Sushi restaurant, Asian restaurant ★4.0·$$

33-10 Ditmars Blvd, Astoria, NY 11105, USA

4.0
A friend of mine recommended this place to celebrate my birthday, so I went to Watawa Sushi and it was a great location to celebrate. Very friendly staff, Sushi is to die for and they have plenty of drinks options. The menu is extremely good and complete with multiple options to choose from. If you are a sushi lover like me, please give it a try. If you are in the Astoria area you won’t regret. I amdefinitely returning for more yummy sushi! - Natalia Snyder
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Watawa Sushi Introduce

Nestled in the heart of Astoria, Watawa Sushi stands out as a true culinary destination for anyone with a love for authentic Japanese cuisine. Far more than a typical neighborhood spot, Watawa offers a refined dining experience that combines expertly crafted dishes with a sophisticated yet inviting ambiance. Whether you're a sushi connoisseur or simply looking for a new favorite restaurant, this place promises a memorable meal that will keep you coming back for more.

Watawa Sushi has earned a stellar reputation among New Yorkers for its exceptional quality and vibrant atmosphere. As one local review enthusiastically puts it, "This is the SUSHI spot, if you need a high end one in Queens!!" The restaurant’s atmosphere is a highlight, often described as both cozy and trendy, making it an ideal location for a special occasion or a romantic date night. The friendly staff and a comprehensive menu of drinks further enhance the experience, ensuring that every visit is a celebration.

Beyond the impeccable sushi, Watawa is a versatile establishment functioning as a sushi restaurant, an Asian restaurant, a Japanese restaurant, and a bar and lounge. This multi-faceted approach means there's something to suit every mood and craving, from a quick bite at the bar to a full, sit-down dinner. The food is consistently praised for being "to die for," a testament to the kitchen's dedication to freshness and flavor. Watawa Sushi provides a dining experience that feels both high-end and genuinely welcoming.


Watawa Sushi is conveniently located at 33-10 Ditmars Blvd, Astoria, NY 11105, USA. Situated on a popular and bustling street in one of Queens' most dynamic neighborhoods, the restaurant is easily accessible for both locals and those visiting the area. The location is a major benefit, as it's surrounded by other fantastic spots and is easy to find.

For diners with accessibility needs, Watawa is very accommodating. It offers a wheelchair accessible entrance, restroom, and seating, ensuring that all guests can enjoy their meal comfortably. This thoughtfulness extends to parking as well, with options for free street parking, a paid parking lot, and paid street parking available nearby. The combination of a prime location and thoughtful accessibility features makes Watawa Sushi a convenient and welcoming choice for a diverse range of diners.


Watawa Sushi provides an array of services designed to offer flexibility and cater to every customer's preference.

  • Dine-in: Enjoy the full, immersive experience of Watawa’s cozy and trendy atmosphere with table service for lunch, dinner, and dessert.

  • Takeout: For a convenient meal at home or on the go, Watawa offers a reliable takeout service.

  • Delivery: Have your favorite dishes brought right to your door with their efficient delivery service, perfect for a cozy night in.

  • Outdoor Seating: On pleasant days, take advantage of the outdoor seating to enjoy your meal while taking in the vibrant street life of Ditmars Blvd.

  • Reservations: Watawa accepts reservations, which is a great option for planning a special night out with a group or a romantic evening for two.

The restaurant also accepts various payment methods, including credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments, making the transaction process smooth and hassle-free.


Watawa Sushi is celebrated for a number of standout features that elevate the dining experience.

  • Extensive Menu: The menu is incredibly comprehensive, offering much more than just sushi. You can find everything from lunch boxes and hot and cold appetizers to kitchen entrees like Teriyaki and Tempura, as well as a wide range of noodle and fried rice dishes. The sushi menu itself is a masterpiece, with an impressive selection of classic rolls, specialty rolls, and fresh sushi and sashimi. Highlights include the "Sweet Heart Roll" and "Dragon Roll," which are customer favorites.

  • High-Quality Beverages: A key highlight of Watawa is its impressive drink selection. With a full bar onsite, the restaurant offers a great wine list, a variety of beers, and expertly crafted cocktails. There are also happy hour drinks and food specials, making it an excellent choice for after-work gatherings or pre-dinner drinks.

  • Versatile Offerings: The restaurant caters to a wide variety of tastes and dietary needs with healthy options, vegetarian options, and even comfort food. Whether you're in the mood for a light salad or a hearty bowl of Udon, Watawa has something for you. They also serve late-night food, perfect for those with a craving after a long day.

  • Romantic & Trendy Atmosphere: The ambiance is a significant draw, often described as a perfect spot for a date night. The cozy and trendy setting, complete with a bar, provides an intimate yet lively environment. This makes it popular not only with couples but also with groups and even solo diners.

The menu is designed to please every palate. For a quick lunch, the "Any Two Rolls" or "Any Three Rolls" specials are a fantastic deal. For a more substantial meal, the "Sushi & Sashimi Combo" or "Sushi for Two" entrees provide a perfect selection. Don’t miss out on their delicious hot appetizers, such as the "Rock Shrimp" and "Fried Calamari," or cold appetizers like the "Yellowtail Toro Jalapeño." The dessert menu is also a sweet finish to any meal, with options like "Mochi Ice Cream" and "Fried Banana."


Address: 33-10 Ditmars Blvd, Astoria, NY 11105, USA

Phone: (718) 545-9596


What makes Watawa Sushi a top choice in Astoria is its seamless blend of high-quality food, exceptional service, and a truly inviting atmosphere. It's a place that feels special without being stuffy, making it accessible for a quick lunch while also being an excellent location for a celebratory dinner. The "friendly staff" and "great location" are frequently praised by customers, reinforcing its status as a reliable and cherished neighborhood spot.

The sheer variety on the menu ensures that you can visit multiple times and always have a new dish to try. The commitment to fresh ingredients is evident in every bite, from the simple Sashimi to the intricate special rolls. Whether you're a local or a tourist, Watawa provides an authentic taste of Japanese cuisine that lives up to its "high end" reputation. The restaurant’s ability to cater to different dining experiences—be it a romantic date or a casual dinner with friends—makes it a versatile and dependable choice. For anyone in the New York area craving quality sushi and a welcoming environment, giving Watawa a try is a decision you certainly won't regret.

Watawa Sushi Menu

  • Lunch Boxes

  • Teriyaki
  • Tempura
  • Beef Negimaki
  • Chicken Katsu
  • Pork Katsu
  • Rock Shrimp

    Crispy shrimp w. house mayonnaise

  • Lunch Special

  • Any Three Rolls
  • Any Two Rolls
  • Lunch Plates

  • Sashimi Plate

    15 pcs sashimi of chef's choice

  • Sushi Plate

    6 pcs sushi of chef's w. California Roll

  • Sushi & Sashimi Plate

    12 pcs sashimi and 5 pcs sushi w. California Roll

  • Hot Appetizers

  • Edamame

    Steamed Soy bean

  • Agetashi Tofu

    Deep fried bean curd on the skewer

  • Grilled Eggplant
  • Yakitori

    Grilled chicken on the skewer

  • Shumai

    Japanese steamed shrimp dumpling

  • Wasabi Shumai

    Steamed wasabi flavors pork dumpling

  • Gyoza

    Japanese pan fried pork dumpling

  • Spring Roll
  • Beef Negimaki

    Broiled beef rolled w. scallion & teriyaki sauce

  • Fried Oyster
  • Shrimp Tempura
  • Vegetable Tempura
  • Fried Calamari
  • Hamachi Kama

    Grilled yellowtail neck

  • Miso Chilean Sea Bass

    Grilled chilean sea bass w. Japanese miso sauce

  • Garlic Chilean Sea Bass

    Grilled chilean sea bass w. garlic sauce on the soba noodle

  • Soft Shell Crab
  • Rock Shrimp

    Crispy Shrimp w. House mayonnaise

  • Cold Appetizers

  • Sashimi Appetizer

    9 pcs sashimi of chef's choices

  • Blacken Tuna

    Seared tuna w. Japanese red pepper & wasabi Mayo

  • Yellowtail Toro Jalapeno
  • Soup & Salad

  • Miso Soup
  • Clear Soup
  • Seafood Soup

    Scallop, Shrimp, Crabmeat, fish cake, Japanese mushroom

  • Green Salad

    Romaine lettuce w. ginger dressing

  • Seaweed Salad
  • Avocado Salad
  • Kani Salad (Crabmeat)
  • Grilled Chicken Salad
  • Grilled Shrimp Salad
  • Sushi Roll & Hand Roll

  • Avocado
  • Asparagus
  • Tuna
  • Salmon
  • Yellowtail Scallion
  • Eel & Cucumber
  • Eel & Avocado
  • Spicy Tuna
  • King Crab
  • Spicy Salmon
  • Spicy Crabmeat
  • Shrimp Tempura
  • Sweet Potato
  • California
  • Yellowtail Jalapeno
  • Spicy Scallop
  • Boston

    Shrimp, cucumber, lettuce, avocado with tobiko

  • New York

    Shrimp, avocado, cucumber, salmon, tempura batter w. tobiko on the top

  • Philadelphia

    Salmon, avocado, cream cheese, cucumber and tempura batter

  • Special Roll

  • Sweet Heart Roll

    Shrimp tempura inside, topped w. eel avocado

  • Spider Roll

    Soft shell crab roll

  • Watawa's Wasabi Roll

    Spicy tuna inside topped w. four kinds of caviar

  • Dragon Roll

    Eel & cucumber inside, topped w. avocado

  • Rainbow Roll

    Crab meat, avocado, cucumber inside, topped w. yellowtail tuna, salmon & avocado

  • Dynamite Roll

    Spicy tuna inside topped w. crunchy spicy crabmeat

  • Fuji Roll

    Tuna, salmon, yellowtail, masago, avocado tempura batter wrapped w. soy bean paper

  • Park Avenue

    Tuna, salmon, crabmeat & radish sprout wrapped w. cucumber

  • Fantasy Roll

    White fish & salmon tempura w. scallion asparagus inside served spicy mayo & eel sauce on the top

  • Pauline Roll

    Shrimp tempura inside, topped w. crunchy spicy crabmeat

  • Ocean Tiger Roll

    Lobster salad w. avocado tempura flakes, radish sprout wrapped w. tiger skin color marble seaweed

  • Sea Color Roll

    Spicy tuna, mango inside, topped with eel avocado and blacken tuna

  • Bumble Bee Roll

    Spicy crabmeat, cucumber, avocado inside, topped with fresh mango

  • Irine Roll

    Blacken tuna, asparagus & avocado inside, topped with yellowtail, eel tuna and salmon, served with wasabi mayo, spicy mayo and eel sauce

  • Sushi & Sashimi

  • Tuna
  • Toro
  • Yellowtail
  • Salmon
  • Smoked Salmon
  • Shrimp
  • Smoked Eel
  • Octopus
  • Mackerel
  • Flying Fish Caviar
  • Salmon Caviar
  • Red Snapper
  • Scallop
  • Sweet Shrimp
  • Sea Urchin
  • King Crab
  • Sushi Entrees

  • Sushi Combo

    9 pcs sushi of chef's choice w. one tuna roll

  • Sashimi Combo

    18 pcs slice sashimi of chef's choice

  • Sushi & Sashimi Combo

    12 slice sashimi & 5 pcs sushi of chef's choice w. California or tuna roll

  • Sushi for Two

    20 pcs sushi of chef's choice w. any 2 roll choice of California, tuna, eel avocado or shrimp tempura roll

  • Sushi & Sashimi for Two

    18 slice sashimi, 10 pcs sushi of chef's choice w. any 2 roll, choice of California, tuna, eel avocado or shrimp tempura roll

  • Chirashi

    Assorted raw fish over sushi rice

  • Unagi Don

    Smoked eel over sushi rice

  • Maki Combo

    Tuna roll, salmon roll, California roll

  • Spicy Roll Combo

    Spicy tuna, spicy salmon & spicy crab roll

  • Spicy Sushi Combo

    8 pcs of spicy sushi w. one spicy tuna roll

  • Kitchen Entrees

  • Chicken Teriyaki
  • Tofu Teriyaki
  • Shrimp Teriyaki
  • Salmon Teriyaki
  • Scallop Teriyaki
  • Beef Teriyaki

    Superior Angus rib eye steak

  • Teriyaki Combo

    Any 2 choice of scallop, shrimp, beef, chicken or salmon

  • Shrimp Tempura
  • Katsu

    Deep fried pork or chicken cutlets

  • Noodles & Fried Rice

  • Nebeyaki Udon

    Chicken & Egg Udon Noodle soup w. two tempura shrimp on the side

  • Angel Hair w. Vegetable
  • Udon Noodle Soup w. Vegetable
  • Angel Hair w. Chicken
  • Udon Noodle Soup w. Chicken
  • Angel Hair w. Tempura

    Two tempura shrimp and vegetable on the side

  • Udon Noodle Soup w. Tempura

    Two tempura shrimp and vegetable on the side

  • Angel Hair w. Seafood
  • Udon Noodle Soup w. Seafood
  • Yaki Angel Hair w. Vegetable
  • Udon (Pan Fried Noodle) w. Vegetable
  • Yaki Angel Hair w. Chicken
  • Udon (Pan Fried Noodle) w. Chicken
  • Yaki Angel Hair w. Beef
  • Udon (Pan Fried Noodle) w. Beef
  • Yaki Angel Hair w. Shrimp
  • Udon (Pan Fried Noodle) w. Shrimp
  • Yaki Angel Hair w. Seafood
  • Udon (Pan Fried Noodle) w. Seafood
  • Fried Rice w. Vegetable
  • Fried Rice w. Chicken
  • Fried Rice w. Beef
  • Fried Rice w. Shrimp
  • Desserts

  • Ice Cream
  • Mochi Ice Cream (2 pcs)
  • Fried Ice Cream
  • Fried Banana
  • Beverage

  • Spring Water
  • Soda
  • Voss Still Water (375 ml)
  • Side Order

  • Ginger Dressing
  • Teriyaki Sauce
  • Spicy Mayo
  • Eel Sauce
  • White Rice
  • Sushi Rice

Watawa Sushi Details

  • Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Delivery
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in
  • Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great cocktails
  • Great tea selection
  • Great wine list
  • Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining
  • Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Comfort food
  • Happy hour drinks
  • Happy hour food
  • Hard liquor
  • Healthy options
  • Late-night food
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine
  • Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service
  • Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom
  • Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Romantic
  • Trendy
  • Crowd

  • Groups
  • Tourists
  • Planning

  • Accepts reservations
  • Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards
  • Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Parking

  • Free street parking
  • Paid parking lot
  • Paid street parking

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Watawa Sushi Location

Watawa Sushi

33-10 Ditmars Blvd, Astoria, NY 11105, USA

Watawa Sushi Reviews

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