New Haven Sushi Delivery

Let me start by saying this might be the most important article ever written—at least for anyone who, like me, becomes a danger to their bank account the moment the dining hall doesn’t cut it. Sometimes I treat myself because I aced an exam, sometimes because I bombed one, and sometimes for absolutely no reason other than, well, sushi. When I say “treat,” I mean I go all out. I scroll through Uber Eats and DoorDash the way other people scroll through Instagram, and I’m pretty sure my screen time on both is just as shameful.

No, I’m not a professional food critic, but I would consider myself somewhat of a sushi connoisseur, and thus am more than qualified to present you with this list. So print it, memorize it, tape it to your wall, and thank me later.

1. Sayori Sushi 

Best Everything | $$+ | 45-70 min 

In my humble opinion, Sayori is the best take-out sushi spot in New Haven. Yes, it is sort of pricey for NH, but can you really put a price on great sushi? Rolls are perfectly balanced, large fish to rice ratio, quality is super fresh, and the menu is very creative. That said, the delivery can be slow and occasionally items are missing—but even this can’t deter me. It's just that good.

Favorite Dishes:

• Miso Soup - $3.75

• Out of Control Roll - $17

• Bluefin tuna truffle Roll - $19

• TNT Roll - $19

• Nigiri: Salmon Belly, Hamachi, Ikura, Sea Scallop, Japanese Red Snapper, Eel ($3-5 per piece)

• Edamame - $6.75

• Crispy Rice Tuna - $16

If you’re spending lots and sharing—please get this exact order. You're welcome.

Want to Try:

• Miso Sea Bass - $17

• Angry Lobster Roll - $19

• Sea Scallop Appetizer - $17

2. Chidori Revolving Sushi

Great Quality | $$ | 15-25 min

Chidori has quickly become my go-to indulgence and honestly…big fan. The quality is consistently great, the prices are reasonable, and the delivery is surprisingly fast. Click here to read an in-depth review.

Favorite Dishes:

• Miso Soup - $3.50

• Edamame - $6.25

• Miami Vice Roll - $16.95

• Dragonfly Roll - $15.95

• Spider Roll - $14

• Nigiri: Salmon, Yellowtail, Eel, Scallop, Ikura - ($6.50-8 for two pieces)

Want to Try:

• Chicken Scallion Yakitori - $10

• Tonkotsu Ramen w/ Chashu Pork - $16

• OMG Roll - $15.50

3. Sonobana

Pretty Good Quality | $$ | 40-55 min

If you’re craving quality nigiri without sacrificing your budget, Sonobana is the move. It’s a solid deal for seriously good sushi, and if you ever need to feed a crowd, these catering deals are the best in town.

Favorite Dishes:

• Miso soup - $3

• Edamame - $6

• Sushi Set Special 10 - $30

• Sushi B - $24

Want to Try:

• Soba Salad - $8

• Nasu Shigi (miso eggplant) - $9

• Spicy Dragon Roll - $17

• Yellowtail/salmon/tuna roll ($5 each yes pls)

• Hachiroku HandRoll Bar (for delivery)

Great SIT-DOWN Restaurant| $$$ | 40-50 min

I LOVE all the Hachiroku establishments for dine-in. But delivery? Very limited menu, overpriced, and sadly disappointing. I am bummed but my wallet isn't. Save this one for a sit-down night.

4. Fin and Scale

Kosher, Yummy, Small Menu | $$$ | 30-40 min

Great if you keep Kosher or want something a little different. Limited options and expensive, but what they do have is quite tasty. 

5. Miso Japanese

Mid Quality, High Price | $$$ | 25-35 min

Better than a lot of spots—but not $20+ for a special roll good. They also seem to be weirdly always sold out of stuff on Uber Eats… Not a bad option, just not worth it in my opinion. I know it's a well loved spot, so I will of course be back for research purposes. 

6. Wasabi Sushi 

Not a bad option | $$ | 40-50 min

This sushi was not bad by any means. Quality was good and fully satisfied my craving. The fish to rice ratio was not great and it wasn't anything to write home about. It is pretty reasonably priced, however, so I would check it out if you aren’t too much of a sushi snob.

7. Tomo 68

Mid everything | $$ | 45-60 min

This is honestly not terrible sushi but I left feeling very unsatisfied that I spent my money on something so mid. Everything felt really oily and not clean in flavor like sushi should. I felt sluggish but maybe that's just my one bad experience ??

8. Anaya Sushi

Cheap & Snackpass-able | $ | 20-30 min

This is your budget sushi spot. Nothing special, definitely not “crafted with love,” but it hits the craving and your wallet will thank you. Huge menu, solid deals, don’t expect quality anything.

9. Mizu

Would Rather Have Yale Dining Sushi | $ | 20-30 min

Rolls fall apart, rice is sad, taste is meh. But if you’re desperate for variety and you don’t care about quality—I won’t judge.

* Still Need to Try

• Kumo Sushi – My hopes are low based on the pics and that it’s known for NH hibachi, but I’ll try it for the sake of journalism…

• Roishi – Mostly a ramen spot but quite an extensive sushi menu… maybe promising?

** Bonus Recs (Non-Delivery)

• Otaru – The best sushi in NH. Period. Doesn’t deliver, might do takeout, but PLEASE GO. On par with sushi I had in Japan.

  • Pro tip: Do the omakase if you’re lucky enough to have someone else paying. It’s heavenly.

  • Someone please take me back. I’m getting emotional.

• The Loop Market by Hachiroku – Also not delivery, but YUM. GET THE ONIGIRI. If you need convincing, read my other article.

• Pokémoto – Not the best poke ever, but best in NH. Not mind-blowing, but it gets the job done and doesn’t sketch me out. Satisfying and speedy.

*** Final PSA

If you’ve ever been so down bad that you bought sushi from GHeav late at night…I need to know: are you okay? Was it edible? I’ve never been brave enough, but I do often crave late-night sushi…I need answers.