Thai & Japanese Fusion — A zeal for every bite.
Zest's Happy Hour is one of the most talked-about deals in all of New York. Six dollars for rolls, appetizers, drinks, and even desserts. Six days a week. This is how you do sushi in NYC.
The Thai side of Zest is just as seriously executed as the sushi. Fresh herbs, authentic sauces, and dishes that have become go-to orders for regulars who know both sides of the menu well.
Zest Sushi has been a cornerstone of the Lower East Side dining scene for years — a cozy, izakaya-style sushi bar on Broome Street that does two things exceptionally well: source the freshest fish possible, and create an atmosphere that keeps guests coming back.
The concept is a genuine Thai-Japanese fusion — not a gimmick. The sushi is crafted with the same care as the Pad Thai and Pineapple Fried Rice. Every dish comes from a kitchen that sources only the finest produce and freshest seafood daily, and the thin-rice, fish-forward ratio of every roll is a deliberate statement about priorities.
The atmosphere — dim lighting, a music mix spanning 80s, 90s, and today's hits, and an open-air setup in the summer — has made Zest a favorite not just for sushi lovers, but for anyone who wants to feel like they've found a secret spot in a city with too many options. In the summer, when Broome Street is pedestrian-friendly and the restaurant opens its windows, there's simply no better place to be.
Happy Hour: Tue–Fri 3:30–7PM · Sat–Sun 12PM–7PM. Outdoor seating available in summer. Closed Mondays.
Lower East Side's favorite sushi bar — open six days a week, happy hour every single one of them.