Ki Sushi Smith Street Guide: Menu Highlights, Reservations, and Tips
By James H. Sterling
The kitchen sources fish several times a week directly from Japanese suppliers alongside regional East Coast markets. Standout nigiri selections feature golden eye snapper (kinmedai) with lightly torched skin, Japanese barracuda (kamasu) seasoned with smoked sea salt, and two varieties of sea urchin, creamy, sweet Hokkaido uni alongside brinier Santa Barbara uni.
For diners exploring signature rolls, the Truffle Pearl roll balances fatty yellowtail, avocado, and black truffle pate without letting the earthy fungus overpower the fish. The Out of Control roll remains a neighborhood staple, combining yellowtail, tuna, salmon, and asparagus topped with spicy king crab and scallions.
Budget-conscious diners should focus heavily on the midday menu running Tuesday through Friday. For roughly $25, the sushi lunch box includes soup, field green salad, gyoza, and six pieces of chef-selected nigiri alongside a choice roll. It stands as one of the strongest lunchtime values within walking distance of the Borough Hall transit nexus.
James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.
