Intimate sushi spot shines with unique fish selections and multiple rounds of uni-sushi. Dimmed lighting and wood tones create a cozy vibe perfect for a quiet, special night. Complimentary sake dispenser adds a nice touch to the omakase experience.
Each piece of nigiri offers a unique flavor and stands out from the others. Multiple rounds of uni-sushi add-ons highlight the top notch quality throughout the meal.
Dinner offers an amazing omakase experience with a focus on quality and presentation. The setting suits a quiet, special night without any pretense, ideal for dates or celebrations.
"Every piece of sushi tasted fresh and amazing."
"I experienced the best sushi I have ever had."
"The fish for dinner spots was incredibly fresh, flown in twice a week."
Good to know
Reservations are recommended due to high demand since the restaurant just opened.
The omakase experience costs $100, offering great value for the quality.
Fish is flown in from Japan twice a week, ensuring freshness.
Small sushi spot shines with fresh seafood and creative dishes like truffle-steamed crab egg. Cozy, dim-lit space feels like dining at home, perfect for a laid-back dinner. Omakase experience offers personal chef stories and a sublime pace that elevates the meal.
Fresh seafood and sashimi stand out with dishes like seared wagyu and toro sushi and a raw toro belly sushi melted on a hot stone. The menu features unique items such as truffle-steamed crab egg and foie gras with caviar mini burgers, alongside generous uni hand rolls and flavorful mantis shrimp sushi.
An intimate setting creates a cozy dinner vibe, like eating in someone's home. The omakase dinner offers a carefully paced, sublime experience guided by the maître d'.
"The sushi is fresh and the vibe feels cozy."
"The sushi here is so fresh and beautifully prepared."
"This omakase dinner spot offers sublime, luxurious quality food."
Good to know
Ueki offers eighteen courses over two and a half hours.
There are only 12 seats in the restaurant, making it difficult to get a reservation.
The menu changes over the course of the year depending on what fish is in season.
Classy space with warm wooden interior offers a cozy, quiet atmosphere perfect for dinner. Sushi is fresh and affordable, featuring tasty sashimi that highlights quality fish. Crowd blends college students and after-work diners, creating a lively yet intimate vibe.
Sushi here is consistently fresh and affordable with great quality fish. The sashimi is tasty and the overall sushi experience stands out for its excellent freshness.
Dinner offers a cozy ambience with a laid-back vibe and a noise level that suits intimate conversations. Meals come out delicious and the spot serves dinner every day.
"The sushi here is so fresh and tastes just like Japan."
"I always loved the fresh and delicious sushi here."
"The sushi is affordable and mostly fresh, but some pieces felt average."
Good to know
Reservations are recommended on Fridays and weekends due to higher demand.
Lunch is served from 12:00 PM to 2:30 PM on weekdays.
The prices are reasonable by NYC standards.
Intimate sushi spot with fresh sashimi and high-quality cuts offers a cozy dinner setting perfect for intimate gatherings. BYOB policy and counter service create an engaging, welcoming vibe with thoughtful touches like wasabi candles. Prices deliver terrific value.
Sushi here stands out for its fresh sashimi and high-quality cuts. The experience offers terrific value with reasonable prices for the quality served.
Dinner offers a delicious and carefully presented experience with thoughtful touches like offcuts served with a candle held by wasabi. It suits intimate gatherings such as dates or small parties.
"The sushi here is so fresh and delicious, I ordered extra pieces."
"Some sushi was amazing, but others lacked flavor."
"The sushi here is always fresh and tastes amazing."
Good to know
Reservations are highly recommended due to limited seating.
The dining experience is strictly limited to one hour.
The restaurant is BYOB with no corkage fee.
Small sushi spot offers an intimate omakase with mind-blowing sushi and a well priced set menu. Cozy wooden interior creates a warm atmosphere perfect for birthday dinners with friends. Bar fills with lively crowds and guests may enjoy on the house sake.
Omakase offers a mind-blowing sushi experience with a well priced set menu featuring classic and unique options. Each nigiri gets a unique touch and the sushi is both delicious and visually stunning.
Birthday dinners often happen here with friends or family. The bar area can get crowded with finance bros, and sometimes guests receive on the house sake during meals.
"I thought the sushi here was so good."
"Every piece of sushi was fresh and deliciously crafted."
"The omakase here is so flavorful and amazing."
Good to know
The restaurant is currently BYOB (Bring Your Own Beverage).
You need to book a reservation at Sushi Kai because they fill up fast.
The experience is a splurge at $100 per person with sake due to high-quality ingredients.
Japanese red lanterns decorate the space, creating a Tokyo-inspired atmosphere with an upscale yet affordable vibe. Loud music fills the small restaurant, making it lively and energetic, especially good for groups after work. Unique features include sushi boats and hibachi tables offering entertaining cooking shows.
Sushi here stands out for its freshness and innovative rolls. The place offers sushi boats and serves sashimi that is well cut and high quality, with a passionate sushi chef behind the bar.
Dinner here often involves sitting at a hibachi table, which suits birthday dinners well. Catering options exist for special occasions like wedding celebrations. Sunday evenings see steady dinner traffic.
"The sushi and sashimi tasted fresh and delicious."
"The sushi here is so fresh and delicious."
"I loved the fresh sushi and great value here."
Good to know
There is a minimum of two adult meals required for the hibachi tables.
The rolls contain 8 pieces instead of 6.
The party platters are suitable for sharing among 3-5 people.
Bar seating surrounds a single sushi counter where chefs prepare and serve hand rolls directly. The atmosphere is intimate, inviting, and vibrant, with a minimalist, warm design that feels cool and dark. Guests often dine alone or with a friend, enjoying fresh, high-quality sushi in a casual setting.
Hand rolls come straight from the sushi chef across the bar, making the experience very personal. Sushi is fresh and served at a reasonable price, offering a direct connection to the art of sushi.
Offers both quick appetizers and options for a full dinner. Seeking more than just a meal leads to a culinary escapade with Tony.
"I thought the sushi here was the best casual sushi bar."
"The sushi is fresh and the experience feels personal."
"Tony orchestrates a symphony of flavors and conversations for dinner."
Good to know
Expect a 25-30 minute wait for one person during peak hours.
Arrive early to avoid long lines, especially on weekends.
The restaurant has bar seating only, with no reservations.
Minimalist decor and two sushi bars create a crisp, stylish atmosphere inside. Loud hip hop and pop music fill the space, making it lively but sometimes distracting. Outdoor seating offers heated bricks and hand warmers, though tables are small and the setup is basic.
Fresh, handmade sushi rolls stand out here, especially the temaki hand rolls which are not your typical sushi to go. Sitting at the sushi bar highlights the experience with some of the finest sushi in the city.
Offers a fun, no fuss dinner experience with a focus on light and creative dishes. Suitable for casual dinners or dates.
"The temaki sushi tastes fresh and really unique."
"The sushi here is so good, with high-quality fish and fresh ingredients."
"I think this place serves some of the best sushi around."
Good to know
Reservations are recommended due to high demand.
If you don't make a reservation, you'll have to wait a long time.
You must order the rolls in sets of 5.
Enjoy an intimate dinner with a 13-course omakase featuring fresh, creative sushi. Attentive service complements the careful presentation and vibrant flavors. A notable sake selection enhances the authentic, relaxing atmosphere.
Sushi here features a 13-course omakase with a sashimi appetizer and 12 sushi pieces. The selection is fresh, creative, and exquisitely balanced, offering vibrant flavors at a reasonable price.
Omakase offers a special dinner experience with a focus on careful presentation. Service can be uneven, but the food and company make for a memorable evening.
"The sushi here is so fresh and melts in your mouth."
"This is a great dinner spot for fresh, thoughtfully prepared sushi."
"The sushi tastes fresh and delicious every time."
Good to know
The omakase experience lasts 1 hour.
They have two course options: 12 pieces for $75 and 16 pieces for $100.
The $100 omakase includes a handroll.
Sushi here is unbelievably fresh with standout salmon sashimi and uni on tuna. Dinner suits special occasions like birthdays and New Year's Eve. The chic space has a heated patio and a nice sushi bar for a cozy, inviting vibe.
Sushi here is unbelievably fresh and offers top notch quality. Salmon sashimi and uni topped on tuna stand out as excellent choices.
Dinner here offers a consistently enjoyable experience with meals that suit special occasions like birthdays and New Year's Eve. Groups find it a solid choice for celebratory dinners with friends.
"Some thought the sushi fresh and tasty, others found it average or pricey."
"The sushi here is incredible and unforgettable."
"The sushi here is so fresh and delicious."
Good to know
The happy hour hand rolls include spicy salmon, tuna, and oyster mushroom.
The restaurant provides a glass of champagne on the house for birthdays.
The last seating for lunchtime is available for the Domokase.
Small sushi spot offers super high-quality fish with large cuts and fresh rolls. Dinner shines with a combo sashimi plate perfect for after work. Casual vibe stays quiet and friendly, making it a great neighborhood hangout.
Sushi here features super high-quality fish with large cuts that match the best sushi in Japan. Rolls and pieces come out fresh and well-prepared, offering excellent value for the quality.
Dinner features a combo sashimi plate that stands out. Meals cost around $100 for two and the spot suits an after work vibe, though cleanup between lunch and dinner can lag.
"The sushi here is fresh and tastes amazing."
"The sushi here is wonderfully fresh and high quality."
"I highly recommend this place for sushi lovers."
Good to know
Customers should make sure to BYOB when visiting.
This sushi spot does not accept reservations and operates on a first come, first served basis.
Tomo21 accepts Visa and MasterCard now.
Asian-themed raw bar shines with fresh sashimi and yellowtail jalapeño for dinner. Cozy, dim space buzzes with loud music and lively vibes. Signature cocktails and unique dishes like miso cod cakes make it perfect for a fun night out.
Freshness stands out with the sashimi salad featuring a ponzu-like dressing and subtle wasabi. The tuna tataki delivers consistent flavor, and the deviled eggs come highly recommended alongside sushi or omakase.
Dinner features yellowtail jalapeño, chili charred octopus, and mushroom fried rice among other dishes. Happy hour offers good drinks before a quiet dinner or a night out with friends without long waits.
"The dinner spots here are delicious, especially the oysters."
"The bartender's margarita game was next level, making the sushi experience magical."
"I love coming here for chill dinners and happy hour."
Good to know
Happy hour oysters are $1.25 each.
Oyster happy hour is from 5-7 PM Monday to Thursday and 3-6 PM from Friday to Sunday.
During happy hour, you get $1 oysters.
Small basement space creates an intimate setting with a speakeasy vibe. Sushi shines with temperature contrast in nigiri and high quality simplicity. Dinner offers a well priced omakase with attentive staff ensuring a great meal.
Temperature contrast between rice and fish stands out in nigiri, enhancing the subtle, blissful flavors. Sushi maintains very high quality and a simple, near-perfect style that avoids trendy excess.
Dinner offers a well priced omakase experience with delicious dishes. Staff focus on making sure diners enjoy their meal.
"The sushi here is so fresh, especially the tuna and uni."
"Most sushi was fresh but didn’t wow me."
"Sekai keeps sushi simple and truly authentic."
Good to know
The omakase experience costs 108 dollars per person and has a 90 minute limit.
Reservations are required and guests should arrive on time.
The 16-course Omakase includes two appetizers, 14 pieces of sushi, and a light dessert course.