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Patch Picks: The 5 Best Local Sushi Restaurants

The tastiest hand-rolled sushi and sashimi around town.

Ten years ago, American sushi restaurants were still thought of as yet another trendy avant-garde movement for New York City hipsters. Not anymore. Japanese hand-rolled sushi is now accepted as a delicacy by most Westchester foodies, with new places popping up on every corner trying to jump on the bandwagon.

Try these neighborhood favorites this weekend.

Port Chester

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Even if you come in the mood for sushi, other European-style twists like pad thai and other noodle dishes can be enjoyed as an appetizer for you and your friends. Lunch specials also boast over 30 meals for $9.

Rye

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This upscale neighborhood cafe has remained a haven for pan-Asian lovers of all ages. The restaurant features a waterfall, sushi bar and menu filled with Chinese, Thai, Japanese and Vietnamese specialties. Doors are open seven days a week for lunch and dinner.

You know an eatery is worth the hype when its atmosphere and entrées are given the Westchester Magazine stamp of approval, “Best of Westchester.” Signature cocktails and creative sushi and sashimi rolls make it not only great for a bite to eat, but also a place to hang with a few friends.

Harrison

Although it may not look like much from the street, Fuji serves up tempura, sashimi and hand-rolled sushi. General Tso’s Chicken, wonton soup and sesame chicken are also on the menu. What’s more, it’s mostly frequented for take-out, so enjoy your spicy tuna roll for the next movie night.

Enjoy a cup of sake and an order of sashimi at this West Harrison favorite. With a vast menu that includes Kicho mussels and rock shrimp, you’ll be sure to please even the member of your family who still gets the willies at the idea of eating raw fish.

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