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Sushi and seafood

A craving for fresh seafood and carefully prepared sushi hits hardest when the evening is wide open.

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Sushi restaurant

Long communal table with intentional tableware creates an intimate, dimly lit space with a cozy, inviting vibe. The atmosphere balances tradition and innovation through carefully curated sake pairings and layered flavors in the omakase. Unique fish selections and phenomenal sushi define the dining experience.

Sushi features fresh, melt-in-your-mouth textures and balanced flavors with innovative touches like passionfruit and miso-cured salmon roe. Presentation is beautiful and quality stands out among omakase spots.

Freshness stands out with unique fish rarely seen at other omakase spots. The delicate texture and flavors of oysters and barracuda highlight the seafood selection.

People are saying

"The Japanese food here is a memorable, thoughtful journey."

"The seafood here is so fresh, with unique cuts I'd never tried before."

"The sushi here just melts in your mouth."

Good to know

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Reservations are recommended due to limited seating.

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The 15-course omakase takes about 1.5 to 2 hours.

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The price is $108 per person, which includes all courses.

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Japanese restaurant

Spacious and spotless setting with cozy, serene vibes and light jazz music creates a warm, inviting atmosphere ideal for relaxed dining. The place draws a mix of diners seeking authentic Japanese hand rolls and gluten-free buckwheat soba noodles in an upscale yet approachable environment.

Authentic Japanese hand roll sushi crafted by skilled Japanese chefs offers delicate, fresh flavors. The sushi bar serves set hand roll meals and visually stunning appetizer sashimi in an upscale atmosphere at reasonable prices.

Several course menus feature high quality fish and fresh ingredients. Hand rolls use omakase-level fish that melts in your mouth. Soba noodles come with shrimp tempura for added texture.

People are saying

"The 100% buckwheat soba noodles were so fresh and delicious."

"The authentic Japanese sushi here is delicate and delicious."

"The seafood here is incredibly fresh, it just melts in your mouth."

Good to know

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Reservations are recommended to secure a spot, especially during peak hours.

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The $53 omakase course offers a great value for high-quality sushi.

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Lunch courses are only available on weekdays, so plan accordingly.

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Sushi restaurant

Japanese restaurant offers a modern, clean design with a welcoming, cozy atmosphere and spacious interior including a private room for gatherings. The environment feels comfortable and warm, with seating options that provide views of the city. The place maintains a spotless, well-organized open kitchen visible to diners.

Freshness stands out with a good variety of sushi and sashimi. The Signature Maki roll Four shines as a highlight among the offerings.

Fresh fish shines in dishes like spicy tuna, soft shell crab, and shrimp tempura. The shrimp tempura stands out as crispy and flavorful, paired well with seaweed salad and Yellowtail jalapeรฑo starters.

People are saying

"The ramen here is seriously good and not salty at all."

"I thought the sushi here was the best I had ever eaten."

"The Seafood here is amazing; the staff are super friendly and attentive."

Good to know

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The restaurant does not honor online reservations.

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The room can be booked for special events.

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The entrance is actually in 10th not 37th as it appears on the map.

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Japanese restaurant

Small, intimate space with long sushi bar and spacious table layout creates a zen oasis atmosphere. The vibe is quiet and relaxing, ideal for dates or private gatherings. Chef interaction adds a personal touch to the omakase experience.

Creative sushi features unique flavors with excellent pairings and subtle sauce additions. A long sushi bar offers space for friendly banter with the chef.

Seafood here is incredibly fresh with premium quality fish like uni. Chefs explain the origin and preparation of each piece, offering customized omakase options including kid-friendly choices.

People are saying

"The omakase dinner here was an amazing, masterful balance of flavors."

"The sushi here is an imaginative, daring, and deeply thoughtful experience."

"The omakase seafood here is imaginative, daring, and deeply thoughtful."

Good to know

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Reservations are highly recommended due to limited seating.

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The 15-course omakase experience is a highlight of the menu.

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The 12-course omakase costs $90, providing great value.

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Japanese restaurant

Japanese restaurant offers a stylish and cozy interior with tasteful decor and a warm, inviting atmosphere. The ambiance feels effortlessly welcoming and suits intimate dinners or wine nights. Tables sit close together, creating a lively yet comfortable setting.

Fish is super fresh and quality stands out compared to average sushi spots. Sushi and sashimi offer excellent value with flavors better than some Omakase places nearby.

Fish tastes incredibly fresh, like it was caught this morning, with a clean, delicate flavor. The seafood reaches omakase grade quality and is presented like a work of art.

People are saying

"The food here is delicious and beautifully presented."

"The sushi here is amazing, with super friendly and attentive staff."

"The seafood here is incredibly fresh, practically melting in your mouth."

Good to know

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Manhatto has not obtained their liquor license yet, so plan accordingly for drinks.

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Prices are reasonable, especially for the quality of food offered.

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The lunch special includes soup, salad, and an entrรฉe at a great value.

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Peruvian restaurant

High ceilings and industrial design create a spacious, bright setting with open kitchen views and abundant plants. The atmosphere varies from cozy and inviting to loud and chaotic, influenced by a mismatched, rave-style music playlist. The place suits groups and dates looking for a lively, modern vibe.

Maki rolls stand out with blue crab maki delivering perfect flavor and the Rock Shrimp Maki offering a crispy texture and rich umami. The eel pizza also adds a fun fusion twist to the sushi options.

Rock Shrimp Tempura stands out with its crispy texture and rich umami flavor. Other seafood dishes include Blue Crab Maki, Eel Pizza, and Hake Chowder, all offering varied tastes and shareable options.

People are saying

"The Wagyu here is amazing, truly a stunning meal."

"The sushi here is flavorful and well thought out."

"The seafood here is so flavorful and well-cooked."

Good to know

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Reservations are recommended, especially during peak dining hours.

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Expect to pay around $20-$30 per dish, with small portion sizes.

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Happy hour offers discounted drinks and appetizers on weekdays.

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Sushi restaurant

Newly renovated interior creates a warm and welcoming atmosphere with phenomenal dish presentation. The menu features diverse sushi selections including uni with tempura leaf and bold-flavored mackerel and tuna. Dining experience combines fresh ingredients with attentive explanations from chefs.

Every piece of sushi features incredible freshness and expert preparation. The $45 lunch tasting menu offers 10 courses, including eight pieces of nigiri and a sweet dessert, all with spot on flavors.

Every piece of fish comes incredibly fresh with creative flavor additions. The 10-course omakase includes varied sushi types like ikura, sweet shrimp, uni, toro, and scallop, offering great quality and quantity.

People are saying

"The seafood here is so fresh, it just melts in your mouth."

"I considered this the best omakase experience in the city."

"The sushi here is amazing, and the service is excellent."

Good to know

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The restaurant offers a $45 lunch tasting menu that includes 10 courses.

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For $85, you get 18 courses with unlimited sake and 50% off all extra pieces.

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If you have a shellfish allergy, be extra mindful.

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Japanese restaurant

Small L-shaped bar seats about 10 people, creating an intimate dining experience with close interaction between chefs and diners. The atmosphere feels cozy and personal, like dining at a close friend's apartment, though music can be loud and pace feels rushed. Staff engage warmly, enhancing the welcoming vibe amid a clean, minimalist setting.

Sushi here stands out for its exceptional quality and skilled preparation by the chef. The omakase offers a top-tier experience comparable to the best sushi outside Japan.

Fish comes very fresh with melt-in-your-mouth texture. Options include traditional types like amberjack and hamachi, plus unique choices like botan shrimp with sea urchin and caviar on seared fatty tuna.

People are saying

"The omakase Japanese food here is sublime and changes frequently."

"I had some of the best sushi I've ever tasted, so amazing."

"The seafood here is so fresh and of amazing quality."

Good to know

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Make reservations in advance as seats are limited to only 10.

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Each dining reservation is strictly limited to one hour.

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The restaurant is BYOB (Bring Your Own Bottle).

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Sushi restaurant

Small, modest sushi restaurant offers fresh sashimi and creative rolls with a hip music backdrop. Atmosphere stays cool and cozy, with a quiet vibe outside peak hours. Tables sit close but the space feels unpretentious and clean.

Sushi here is fresh and generous, with salmon sashimi always very fresh. Rolls are creative and served quickly, alongside excellent sashimi samplers and edamame.

Huge slabs of fresh fish arrive with generous portions and wonderful presentation. The quality of the fish feels like it was caught the same day, making seafood dishes stand out.

People are saying

"The sushi here is so fresh and delicious."

"The sushi here is great and the staff are really friendly."

"The seafood here is incredibly fresh, practically melting in your mouth."

Good to know

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Lunch specials are available during lunch hours.

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The prices are excellent, especially for lunch specials.

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A convenience fee is added to the order even if paying cash.

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Sushi restaurant

Two large sushi bars seat about 30 people in a bright, open space with an intimate design. The atmosphere stays quiet and relaxed, fitting for one-on-one conversations or small groups. Fresh fish and high-quality omakase pair well with top shelf sake and a great drink menu.

Sushi here features a 13-course omakase with nigiri crafted from ingredients that perfectly complement each fish and seafood cut. The quality rivals high-end spots, offering an incredible value with top notch service that keeps the pace just right.

Fish arrives incredibly fresh and of high quality. Nigiri pairs each cut with ingredients that enhance the seafood's natural flavors.

People are saying

"I found the Omakase experience to be beautifully curated and worth the price."

"The omakase sushi here is an incredible value for the quality."

"The seafood omakase here is a great deal for the quality."

Good to know

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You definitely need to arrive on time as they do NOT wait for you to start.

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The omakase sushi place has a one hour seating time.

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The $69 omakase at Shinn East provides amazing value for the price.

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Cozy Italian restaurant blends rustic and Asian modern styles with a fun outdoor patio and bar seating. Atmosphere feels romantic and relaxing with enjoyable music and a premium ambiance. Space is intimate with tables close together, attracting groups and couples alike.

Nigiri stands out for its freshness and crisp texture. Sashimi portions are small, often just two pieces. Fusion dishes like duck ragu and coconut miso salmon complement the sushi offerings.

Raw oysters with yuzu and caviar offer fresh, flavorful bites. Dishes like Pan Seared Branzino, seafood tortellini, and seafood pasta stand out with rich, exquisite flavors.

People are saying

"The food here is masterfully prepared and perfectly executed."

"The seafood here is masterfully prepared and melts in your mouth."

"The nigiri here is so fresh, you'll love it."

Good to know

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Happy hour offers great deals on drinks and appetizers during the week.

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The restaurant has late night hours on Fridays and Saturdays until 2am.

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Bottomless brunch is available on weekends with a set price.

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Sushi restaurant inside a hotel lobby offers a traditional Japanese experience with chefs preparing food at the counter. The atmosphere is luxurious and cozy but can be noisy, especially in booth areas. A hidden rooftop bar provides city views and a great sake selection.

Sushi here features very high grade fish and fresh ingredients. The menu includes vegan vegetable sushi wrapped in cucumber topped with avocado and a mushroom salad alongside classic options.

Fish arrives fresh and high quality every time, with cuts that stand out. Menu offers perfect nigiri and inventive rolls, plus grilled fish and shrimp tempura with clear, distinct flavors.

People are saying

"The Japanese food here is so fresh and flavorful."

"The sushi here is fantastic, and the service is so attentive."

"The seafood here is so fresh, I was really impressed."

Good to know

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Making a reservation is recommended as this place is very popular and can get crowded.

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To enter the restaurant, go through the Columbus Circle Hotel next to the bagel joint and the door is on the right.

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The prices at Blue Ribbon are about 30% more than a typical mid-level sushi restaurant on the Upper West Side.

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Japanese restaurant

Japanese restaurant offers clean and modern interior with limited seating focused on takeout and quick meals. Atmosphere feels bright and casual, attracting those seeking affordable, fresh sushi and hibachi with generous portions. Ordering often requires advance placement due to preparation time.

Sushi here is really fresh and offers great value with affordable prices. The nigiri and rolls taste much better than similar-priced options nearby, making it a solid choice for a quick, casual meal.

Rolls packed with fresh fish stand out here. Shrimp tempura sushi comes as a decent option, and steak with shrimp hibachi adds variety.

People are saying

"The sushi here is super fresh and a great value."

"I ordered takeout here more than ten times."

"The seafood hibachi portions were large and tasty."

Good to know

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Check your receipt for a possible added tip without your knowledge.

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The pricing is excellent, with affordable portions.

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Reading your receipt carefully is recommended.

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Restaurant

Communal seating at a long shared table creates a lively, sometimes noisy atmosphere where conversations overlap. Minimalist decor with light wood slats and curved pastry seating adds a sleek, Japanese-inspired touch. An attached French patisserie offers a unique dessert experience alongside the main dining area.

Pressed sushi and torched mackerel nigiri stand out with rich flavors. The Kaisen Don offers generous cuts of fresh fish like bluefin tuna and scallop. Uni sushi is creamy and fresh, while spicy tuna maki delivers a solid kick.

Kaisen Don features fresh bluefin tuna, yellowtail, salmon, scallop, and salmon roe over sushi rice with generous cuts. Shrimp tempura serves as a popular side, and dishes like Sabazushi and Ankimo offer interesting seafood flavors.

People are saying

"The udon noodles are so thick and chewy."

"The udon noodles are silky perfection, especially with shrimp tempura."

"I still think about the mackerel sushi here."

Good to know

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If your plans are more set in stone or if you're visiting during peak hours, get a reservation.

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There's a 90 minute seating limit due to the constant flow of people waiting for a table.

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The hostess informed a few people that there would be a 20-30 minute wait for a table.

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Restaurant

Ramen restaurant features an open kitchen and long bar seating that evoke a Japanese dining experience. The atmosphere is lively and crowded, with close seating that makes conversations audible between tables. An outdoor bar area offers a place to wait, adding a social element to the visit.

Sushi here stands out for its first rate quality and delicious rolls like the Manhattan Bridge and Tempura Shrimp. The spicy tuna sushi also offers a really good kick.

Shrimp buns stand out as a popular choice, noted for their delicious and exceptional flavor. Other seafood options include a bonnie bonito with distinct bonito flavors and shrimp served as a starter.

People are saying

"The ramen here has a deep, rich broth and perfectly cooked noodles."

"The ramen broth here is so rich and flavorful."

"I found the sushi here to be super good."

Good to know

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You should make a reservation because the restaurant is always busy.

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Make sure you arrive early because usually, thereโ€™s a long wait to get in especially on a weekend.

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If you don't have a reservation at Ippudo, you should plan on waiting for a table, sometimes up to an hour.

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Sushi restaurant

Small space with minimalist warm dรฉcor creates an authentic Japanese feel. Atmosphere balances elegance and comfort, offering a calm, inviting setting ideal for intimate sushi dining. High-quality sushi pairs with an awesome sake selection for a refined experience.

Omakase at the bar offers a spectacular sushi experience with top notch fish and rice quality. Sashimi and the tomato tuna roll stand out, all served with great service and a strong sake collection.

Fresh-tasting fish stands out, especially the salmon. The variety of fish is good with top notch quality in both fish and rice. The toro nigiri with caviar combines buttery richness and briny pop.

People are saying

"The Japanese food here is the best sushi I've ever had outside of Japan."

"I found the sushi here to be the best outside of Japan."

"The seafood here is impeccable and the staff is so accommodating."

Good to know

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They donโ€™t accept Discover, only VISA.

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The price for a 12 piece Sushi Omakase is $150 USD.

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Menu items are fixed and no substitutions are permitted.

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Kosher restaurant

Rooftop restaurant with scenic Manhattan views and a retractable roof creates a chilled outdoor atmosphere. The vibe is quiet and lovely, suited for relaxed dining and romantic occasions. Free access to games like billiards and ping pong adds a casual, social element.

Freshness stands out with salmon sashimi that tastes vibrant and clean. The sushi offers a kosher option in a setting with a great ambiance for enjoying each bite.

Fish here is consistently fresh and the rolls come out tasty. The menu includes kosher fish and pasta dishes along with options like fish tacos.

People are saying

"The food here is fresh, clean, and perfectly fried."

"The sushi here is among the best I've ever eaten."

"The seafood here is so fresh and delicious."

Good to know

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The kitchen closes at 12 AM, so plan your visit accordingly.

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A 20% gratuity is applied to all orders for parties of 1 or larger.

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The total bill for four people can reach almost $300.

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Sushi restaurant

Intimate sushi restaurant with low lighting and soft sounds creates a warm, cozy atmosphere. Seating includes bar and window options with views of chefs preparing sushi. The vibe suits casual dates and local crowds seeking fresh, high-quality sushi.

Sushi here is exceptionally fresh with a great selection of rolls that are all well put together and delicious. The place offers affordable prices for the quality and has a friendly, attentive staff.

Fresh fish stands out in dishes like the shrimp tempura roll and rainbow roll. Garlic shrimp, fried oysters, and seafood teriyaki offer a variety of flavors with well-prepared seafood.

People are saying

"The Japanese food here is so fresh, especially the sushi."

"The sushi here is so fresh and flavorful."

"The seafood here is incredibly fresh and tasty."

Good to know

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Reservations are recommended, especially during peak dining hours.

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The restaurant's closing time can vary, so check before your visit.

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Iced tea refills are charged, so consider this when ordering.

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Fine dining restaurant

Korean hand roll restaurant with an open kitchen counter offers a lively atmosphere where diners can watch chefs prepare food. Bright lighting and loud conversations create a high-energy vibe that contrasts with the clean, elegant presentation of dishes. Bar seating is popular for a more engaging experience.

Sushi here blends Korean flavors with traditional styles, offering a unique omakase that includes fully cooked and fresh raw seafood mari. The spicy tuna and hand rolls stand out with perfect taste and refined execution.

Seafood here is incredibly fresh with a pure and delicate taste of the ocean. The omakase offers a unique twist, blending fully cooked and fresh raw seafood. The salmon handroll stands out as a pure piece of fish.

People are saying

"The food here is well-crafted with precise balance and refined technique."

"The seafood here is incredibly fresh, tasting purely of the ocean."

"The spicy tuna sushi had an elegant crunch on top."

Good to know

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Reservations are highly recommended due to crowding during peak hours.

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The restaurant only serves a tasting menu priced at $145 per person.

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Expect a long wait time of about 3 hours for dinner.

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Japanese restaurant

Japanese izakaya offers an authentic cozy vibe with retro-oldies decor featuring classic movie posters. A good-size bar with TVs creates a chill spot for individuals or groups. Music selection is terrific, enhancing the intimate atmosphere.

Sashimi offers large, generous portions with top tier quality at an affordable price. Sushi includes a variety of rolls and pairs well with sake and beers for a satisfying meal.

Fresh fish stands out in generous portions across sashimi and rolls. The fried fish cake offers a crispy outside with a gooey, savory inside, and the fish tempura is a notable choice.

People are saying

"The food here is fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared."

"The seafood here is fresh and delicious, especially the fried fish cake."

"The sushi here is amazing, truly as good as it gets."

Good to know

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Reservations are required; walk-ins are not accepted.

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An automatic 20% tip is added to the bill.

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Happy hour runs from 5-7pm daily, including weekends.

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