Hashi
5009 Broadway
NYC 10034
646-837-6888

Nestled in the heart of Inwood, Upper Manhattan’s historical playgrounds for literature greats such as Edgar Allan Poe arrives the sushi spot, Hashi that residents in Inwood sing praises for. Hashi, which means chopsticks in Japanese pleases every taste bud that you can detect with their genius blend of herbs in their appetizers. I suggest these that I had during my visit: Mixed Sunomono (Cucumber salad with shrimp, kani, octopus and furikake sweet vinegar dressing and vegetable gyoza with ponzu sauce. I know you’re licking your lips and I haven’t begun to describe the entrees, but first let’s talk about the ambiance.

Taking a modern and minimalistic approach to their design gives Hashi a welcoming presence to customers. Unlike several restaurants in Inwood, Hashi doesn’t keep you crammed in with other diners where you have to drown each other out so you can enjoy your conversation. There’s a eye catching chandelier over the bar which I was told was custom made and I would say it was money well spent despite not knowing the cost. The bathroom gives you a cozy dark feeling with a faucet design which I rather you see for yourself and not have me spoil the surprise for you. My favorite overall decor item is their titled motif of a females back with a symbolic dragon tattoo down her backside.

Now it’s time to visually stuff your mouth and fall in love. After coming from the beach that afternoon and just needed to get some liquids in my soul, me and my friends order a pitcher of Sangria which always hit the spot. The first of my two rolls was the Black Jack Roll (Shrimp Tempura, Smoked Salmon, Spicy Tuna, Asparagus, Avocado and Tobiko with Plum Sauce) then the Thai Spicy Roll (Shrimp Tempura, Pickled Radish, Cucumber, Peanut Sauce and Fresh Cilantro Topped with Chopped Roasted Peanuts and Thai Chili Sauce). Only sex and a pay-increase can sound as good as that just did.

To end the meal, we each had their mango sorbet with strawberries which put the table at complete silence as Hashi stole our hearts as Inwood’s new go-to sushi restaurant and bar.