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Welcome to Albany Wasabi

Albany Wasabi, a sushi bar in Albany, NY, offers a casual and trendy dining experience with a wide range of vegan and vegetarian options. The restaurant accepts various payment methods, including cryptocurrency, and provides amenities like outdoor seating, Wi-Fi, and drive-thru service. Owned by Asians, Albany Wasabi also offers a military discount and welcomes dogs. With a full bar and TV for entertainment, this spot is perfect for group gatherings for lunch or dinner. The menu features delicious dishes that will leave you craving for more. A must-try for sushi enthusiasts.

Albany Wasabi: Reviews & Ratings

Muriel D.
Muriel D.

Went in for their AYCE during lunch. The ambiance of the place is a vibe. Plenty of seating and a nice interior. Their menu is pretty expansive, lots of sushi and appetizers to choose from. I like the seaweed salad, Japanese BBQ beef, and shumai. You get handled a menu and a dry erase marker to place your orders. Servers regularly come around to take your order, refill drinks, and check in on you. The service is efficient and attentative. The food comes out pretty quickly, we were able to put away a decent amount during our 1hr lunch break. Most importantly, the sushi rolls are yummy! And I say this as someone who doesn't typically crave sushi. I really like their Wolf Rd Roll and the shrimp tempura roll. They also have those guava candies that you can grap on the way out, love those!

Josh A.
Josh A.

All you can eat, sign me up. Definitely would recommend the crab rangoons. Great place and vibes. Staff is quick with it, like James Cook and my glorious football every Sunday Night. Gotta get one of these in Buffalo. goooo bills

Philip Y.
Philip Y.

Great place to try AYCE sushi/sashimi. There are so many selection and appetizers, sushi/hand roll, sashimi and specialty rolls. At $29.99, it was a great price and the fish was fresh and delicious.

Cici Z.
Cici Z.

All the food is so good and fresh, we went there on Thursday. It's $29.99 per person. Just be careful when you order from the menu, especially on the second page. Some of the rolls are served in sets of six. If you are unsure about the portion size, feel free to ask the waiters.

Catina C.
Catina C.

I was surprised how large the place was! I went on a Saturday early evening and it moving. I went solo so I was seated at the bar. The bar had a fruit fly issue but the bartender was amazing! I didn't even drink alcohol. I was given a marker and an extensive laminated menu. Weekend was 31.99, so I decided if I got 2 special rolls it would be worth it. Those rolls, scallops (fish sticks), miso, and 2 Garlic seared tuna (phenomenal) later... and I was overstuffed. The sushi was amazing but the bartender service was even better and I was sober. Fun place and I'll be back. Loved it.

Cory C.
Cory C.

This was a good value for $18.95/person all you can eat sushi/food! The sushi quality was pretty good: rice was reasoned well and they used fresh ingredients and oil (for the deep fried items). A few of the other things we tried: - The rock shrimp was good, like the bang bang shrimp at Bonefish Grill (lightly breaded and deep fried, tossed in a spicy mayo sauce) - Stir fried noodles had good "wok hei" (wok-seared flavor), but they just used spaghetti noodles rather than lo mein noodles . And the chicken tasted a little old. - Fried rice also had good wok hei but not much flavor. Our waitress didn't really know English, so unfortunately it was difficult to communicate. Thankfully, there were other staff around we could flag down and ask for things we needed. The interior was pretty clean and had ample seating. This was a solid meal and I would come back!

Ashlee D.
Ashlee D.

AYCE sushi? You're speaking my language! This is my 3rd time here and still as amazing as ever. We tried a little bit of everything; fried appetizers, soup, sashimi, regular sushi rolls, special rolls and martinis. The lychee martini was strong but yummy. All the food came out quickly and was delicious. The wait staff didn't blink when my 2 kids (4 and 7) wasted a piece of a roll here or there. (Not encouraging wasting just recognizing they were nice to my kids!) I will definitely be back and maybe for my free birthday dinner!

Hwal L.
Hwal L.

Sushi culture in the U.S. is quite different to Australia where I come from, so what I consider to be great sushi has largely been shaped by this perspective. It took another birthday for me to get myself and my gang to come here for the first time, and it was more hit than miss, although less than perfect. We rocked up around 5pm on a Saturday and didn't need to wait to be seated, although by the time we left here was clearly a waitlist and the parking lot was definitely fuller. I'll get straight to the food: - Chef's rolls were passable. One in our group seemed to enjoy both rolls with mango, but I didn't care for the passion roll or cherry blossom roll personally. - Seared tuna tartare: dressing was on the salty side but tuna was legit. - Sashimi impressed me, including the egg cake. - Seafood soup: this was a mistake and a messy gloop. - Japanese sausage yakitori: this wasn't really what I would call yakitori, but more a lightly sauteed sausage, and whatever sauce came with it spoiled it even more. - Veggie tempura: I give them props for the crisp, but that's where compliments end. The veggie cut should be much thinner and I would've liked more variety of veggies. Service was on point and we didn't once have difficulty getting our orders in. Food came out fairly quickly except for our first round. They somehow turned the music way up at some point and I wish they hadn't. Overall a good experience + happy birthday to me, and I hope they keep improving.

Jennifer L.
Jennifer L.

Such a fun place to go for AYCE! Given that it is AYCE, the quality of the sushi and sashimi is really good and there's so many specialty rolls to try! I also really loved the vegetable noodles and some of the appetizers like the gyoza. Have gone a couple times and would definitely come again! The birthday deal is also too good to pass up! The service is pretty fast and all you do is mark on a menu your order and the waiters are pretty responsive in ensuring your order gets back! Clean ambiance, very spacious as well

Location

Located in the heart of Albany, New York, Albany Wasabi is a trendy sushi bar that offers a wide range of delicious options for both vegans and vegetarians. From their extensive menu to their casual yet chic ambiance, this Asian-owned restaurant has something for everyone.

What sets Albany Wasabi apart is their commitment to providing a diverse array of dishes, from traditional sushi rolls to innovative fusion creations. Whether you're looking for a quick lunch or a leisurely dinner with friends, Albany Wasabi has you covered with their convenient options for takeout and delivery.

As a food reviewer, I can confidently say that Albany Wasabi stands out for its fresh ingredients, attentive waiter service, and welcoming atmosphere. The fact that they accept a variety of payment methods, including cryptocurrency, shows their dedication to catering to a diverse customer base.

If you're in the mood for Japanese cuisine with a modern twist, look no further than Albany Wasabi on 195 Wolf Rd. Trust me, you won't be disappointed with their mouthwatering dishes and top-notch dining experience.