Shima

I love this place. The staff is always extremely friendly when I stop in for takeout on my way home from work. The atmosphere is nice and quiet. Definitely a must for any Astoria dweller! Pros: Takeout and Delivery more

Since my last review 12 months ago, I really needed Japanese food so I went back to Shima. What a surprise! The staff quality improved alot!! And they changed the menu more like Izakaya style. I didn't eat Sushi, but my GF loved them. \r \r So people at Shima, thank you for reading my review and making changes. We are eating at Shima again, and brinking our friends too. Pros: Authentic Izakaya style Cons: Ambience...need to paint the wall at least more

I went to Shima after a friend recommended it to me. For under $20 I got the tempura lunch special and my bf got the salmon teriyaki. They each included salad, miso soup, a california roll, and a whole plate of food. It was all delicious and I couldn't believe the amount of food for $8.95. I will definitely be going back. The service was kind of slow, but they were always polite and helpful. As long as you're not in a rush, you should try this place out! Pros: cheap, large meal, pleasant staff Cons: slow service more

This place is just kinda lame. The fish could definitely be fresher (even the roe had a glazed appearance and very fishy flavor). The service blew. Not impressed. We will continue leaving Astoria for Ariyoshi in Sunnyside. Recommend the same to others. Pros: Cloce to home Cons: Lame fish & service, BAD MUSIC =, BAD ATMOSPHERE more

When I order a roll with flying fish roe, and it costs me $2.50 extra, I expect it to be rolled all the way around not just on 10% of it. When I asked for it to be rerolled I was told that it would be done the same way. Isn't there some unwritten rule that Sushi chefs take pride in their creations, is it art or is it just another way to fleece the customer. No, there are no other choices in Astoria for sit down, semi casual Japanese dining, and therefore I went to Shima. A few times at the bar I felt as though the Sushi chef an older gentleman was laughing at me and my girlfriend. Long story short, not on my dollar and hopefully not on yours. For all the positive reviews it only takes one bad one to spoil a name. Pros: Cute waitress, not filthy, ? Cons: Rude, Small portions, Waste of Money more

Yeah, ignore that bozo who gave Shima a bad review. probably the competition, or something. My wife and I have eaten at Shima about ten times since we moved to Astoria, and the food has always been great. Not as good as Tomoe in the Village, but what is? This is a nice cozy restaurant that serves up fresh sushi with very friendly service. give it a try.... Sam Pros: tasty Cons: hard to find parking more