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Sapps NYC (Long Island City)
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A Court Square Japanese restaurant and bar in LIC serving ramen, yakitori, and omakase sushi, with DJ nights and karaoke.
- Price
- ¥¥
- Area
- Long Island City (LIC)
- Since
- 2017
- Owner
- Shih Lee

Plate № 1190
About
Sapps NYC opened in December 2017 at 27-26 Jackson Ave in Long Island City as the second concept from Shih Lee's restaurant group. The menu is fully Japanese — shoyu ramen, yakitori, sashimi, and omakase sushi — complemented by a full liquor bar and occasional DJ and karaoke programming.
Neighborhood & visiting
Sapps NYC (Long Island City) sits in Long Island City (LIC), one of New York's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. Reservations are available online — for a focused izakaya counter this is strongly recommended. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional izakaya restaurants often close between service periods.
Why it's on Washoku Guide
- Full Japanese menu: ramen, yakitori, omakase sushi
- Full liquor bar, DJ nights, and karaoke
- Court Square neighborhood staple since 2017
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About Sapps NYC (Long Island City)
- Is Sapps NYC (Long Island City) an authentic izakaya restaurant in New York?
- Yes — Sapps NYC (Long Island City) is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for izakaya in New York: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused izakaya format.
- Where is Sapps NYC (Long Island City) located?
- Sapps NYC (Long Island City) is located at 27-26 Jackson Avenue, Long Island City, NY 11101, New York, USA in the Long Island City (LIC) neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Sapps NYC (Long Island City)?
- Sapps NYC (Long Island City) accepts reservations online. For an authentic izakaya experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
- What is the price range at Sapps NYC (Long Island City)?
- Sapps NYC (Long Island City) sits in the ¥¥ price range — typical for izakaya of this format in New York.
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