The casual spot for Japanese dishes & sushi, plus vegan rolls, serves free sake with dinner.
From Google Maps reviews.
I absolutely love this place! It’s my must-visit spot every time I’m in NYC. We ordered fresh oysters, miso soup, a salad with ginger dressing, shrimp tempura, the Love Boat, a tuna roll, and a salmon roll — everything was fantastic. The oysters and sashimi were incredibly fresh, and the ginger dressing added a bright, refreshing touch that perfectly complemented the meal. This restaurant never disappoints! Even my picky-eater kid couldn’t get enough of the shrimp tempura and miso soup. I also l
I won’t go to or order in sushi from anywhere else in Greenpoint. The ramen is also insane! So much flavor. Such good quality food.
★★★★★ Absolutely the best sushi in Greenpoint! Sapporo Ichiban is a true gem on New York’s culinary map! Located at the corner of Manhattan Ave and Nassau Ave, you can feel the special atmosphere as soon as you walk in. The owner, Franke, is passionate about his craft and takes great care of every customer, creating a warm and welcoming ambiance. The ingredients are always fresh, and the presentation is simply outstanding! Every piece of sushi is prepared to perfection, with flavors that blend
From the Mar 23, 2026 health inspection. Lower-priority items are listed after the serious ones.

Hot food was held below 140°F, cool enough for bacteria to grow.

Food was left exposed to possible contamination during storage, prep, or serving.