Longtime Greenpoint Sushi Restaurant Wasabi to Close Its Doors

A fixture of the Greenpoint dining scene is preparing to shutter. Wasabi, the sushi restaurant located at 638 Manhattan Avenue, will close permanently following service on Monday, July 27, 2026, marking the end of a 26-year run in the neighborhood.

Owners Robby and Cristin Wijaya announced the upcoming closure via social media, noting that the decision was reached with difficulty. In a statement posted to Instagram, the proprietors indicated that the choice was not made lightly, citing the interests of various parties involved as a factor in the decision to cease operations.

While the owners acknowledged the emotional impact the closure may have on the local community, they provided no further details regarding the specific circumstances behind the decision. The restaurant has long been considered a mainstay for sushi in the area, maintaining a consistent presence on Manhattan Avenue since the turn of the millennium.

As of July 21, 2026, the restaurant continues to operate ahead of its final day of service next week.