Their foods surpassed my expectations. I expected fast food-grade quality, such as salty, greasy fried foods. No! They were actually, legitimately delicious. The fried rice was crispy and the scallops and shrimps on top with sauce amazingly enhanced each other’s flavor. The chicken karaage was crispy outside and tender inside, and moderately salty. I enjoyed dining near the water. The registrar was kind
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Diana G
Dropped in here on my last visit to New York and fell in love with their “Japanese” fried chicken! Amazingly juicy, tender and crisp. We also loved the sashimi crispy rice and the view here is outstanding.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Salmon Crispy Rice
Terry Buren
Authentic cuisine ! Thank you guys
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cindy Chan
The Chicken was delicious and super juicy. Very oily though so I suggest putting it on paper napkins to absorb some of the oil and add something else to your meal. The Scallion Mayo was great with the chicken.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Anne Hathaway did not spit in my food.
The classic original chicken sandwich is a generous portion w/ four pieces of Karage, Japanese-style dark meat chicken. I split them up & dipped them into the shisho verde as shown. The sake is a little pricey, offered at restaurant prices. A fun casual dining experience!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Sandwiches
Jihyun Lee
Not the Bessou I Remember
I used to love going to Bessou back in the day, so when I came across this location inside the market, I was excited to give it a try. I ordered my go-to dish — the karaage — along with a sushi rice bowl, but spending nearly $80 here turned out to be a huge mistake.
The karaage was incredibly disappointing. It was overcooked, almost burnt, and so dry and hard that it completely lacked the juicy tenderness karaage is known for.
The sushi rice bowl was even worse. It was loaded with daikon and pickled vegetables, with hardly any sashimi to speak of. What little sashimi there was tasted off — not fresh, with both the temperature and flavor being completely wrong. To top it off, they used smoked salmon instead of sashimi salmon, which made no sense and felt lazy for a dish like this. And the rice? Soggy and stale. It was honestly inedible. At that point, I would’ve been happier with a $15 poke bowl somewhere else.
It’s such a letdown to see how far the quality has fallen. Bessou used to be a place I truly loved, but this experience left me frustrated and disappointed. It’s disappointing to see a place I once loved lose what made it special.
Margarita Varer
The host, Tyrin made sure that we were happy with our experience here. The crispy rice sushi is great too, especially the scallop.
Service: 5
Jacob Wargula
Helpful staff and delicious crispy rice sushi. At first we weren’t happy with our order, the man at the front was under standing and refunded us. They also went a step above and brought us two additional crispy rice sushi to ensure we left satisfied.
I would recommend the crispy sushi on your next visit to pier 57.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Isaac Lee
The food is not Japanese. One of the worst chicken ever!! Over priced. Please do not eat from this place.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 1
lancermain
The Nori Fries at Bessou are a revelation, transforming what is typically a casual bite into something unexpectedly pleasant. From the moment you take your first bite, it's clear that this dish is not just any ordinary food but an exquisitely designed masterpiece. The texture, framed by its salty and savory nori, sets the tone for the impeccable experience that follows.
Inside, the fresh potato is soothing, with a soft, ambient texture that avoids the overly crumbly consistency that plagues typical fries. Each bite is a harmonious blend of contrasts, where the crisp outer layer meets the tender, almost buttery interior. This balance makes every mouthful a delight, with just the right amount of give under your teeth, enhancing the sensory experience.
The flavors and tones of the brown and light green BBQ sauce and scallion mayo create a calm, clean taste that is both refreshing and comforting. The scallion mayo, with its subtle oniony bite, provides a creamy counterpoint to the crisp nori, while the BBQ sauce, bold and spicy, adds a layer of complexity without overpowering the dish. Together, these elements work in perfect harmony, offering a refined, yet approachable flavor profile that elevates the fries from a simple side dish to a highlight of the meal.
Each fry is meticulously seasoned, ensuring that the nori’s umami-rich taste is present in every bite, while the sauces are thoughtfully portioned to enhance rather than drown the delicate flavors. The result is a dish that surprises and delights, making the humble French fry an unforgettable part of the Bessou dining experience.
So upsetting to see what happened to this place! Amazing restaurant that we used to go to — new location has terrible food at Pier 57. Don’t go!
Jan-Michael Tiu
Ordered 5 karaage (fried chicken) with fries and we were pleasantly surprised with the generous portions for the karaage. It was very tasty and my kids were happy with the chicken.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Felix Navarro
This place was surprisingly bad. Japanese comfort food sounded interesting so I got the salmon sashimi over crispy rice and the honey chicken. Salmon was abysmal. The sauce on the chicken was a weird mix of a bunch of strong flavors. It also appeared slightly undercooked. My wife got the Chicken burger and felt the same way. Wouldn’t recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 3
Christina S
Not good. Portions are huge, but the mixture of sauces on the hot honey Chicken sandwich is not desirable. I left the whole thing. Absolutely will not return and do not recommend that people get this sandwich either.
Sorry, but I think the team who runs this place needs to order their own sandwich and confirm it is being made the right way.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
gacanaX
Fantastic meal with greatest crew. We couldn't ask for better crew than Cihan, Nick, Eduard and Pavel! Wooh handsome men All around!!
Their foods surpassed my expectations. I expected fast food-grade quality, such as salty, greasy fried foods. No! They were actually, legitimately delicious. The fried rice was crispy and the scallops and shrimps on top with sauce amazingly enhanced each other’s flavor. The chicken karaage was crispy outside and tender inside, and moderately salty. I enjoyed dining near the water.
The registrar was kind
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dropped in here on my last visit to New York and fell in love with their “Japanese” fried chicken! Amazingly juicy, tender and crisp. We also loved the sashimi crispy rice and the view here is outstanding.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Salmon Crispy Rice
Authentic cuisine !
Thank you guys
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
The Chicken was delicious and super juicy. Very oily though so I suggest putting it on paper napkins to absorb some of the oil and add something else to your meal. The Scallion Mayo was great with the chicken.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The classic original chicken sandwich is a generous portion w/ four pieces of Karage, Japanese-style dark meat chicken. I split them up & dipped them into the shisho verde as shown. The sake is a little pricey, offered at restaurant prices. A fun casual dining experience!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Sandwiches
Not the Bessou I Remember
I used to love going to Bessou back in the day, so when I came across this location inside the market, I was excited to give it a try. I ordered my go-to dish — the karaage — along with a sushi rice bowl, but spending nearly $80 here turned out to be a huge mistake.
The karaage was incredibly disappointing. It was overcooked, almost burnt, and so dry and hard that it completely lacked the juicy tenderness karaage is known for.
The sushi rice bowl was even worse. It was loaded with daikon and pickled vegetables, with hardly any sashimi to speak of. What little sashimi there was tasted off — not fresh, with both the temperature and flavor being completely wrong. To top it off, they used smoked salmon instead of sashimi salmon, which made no sense and felt lazy for a dish like this. And the rice? Soggy and stale. It was honestly inedible. At that point, I would’ve been happier with a $15 poke bowl somewhere else.
It’s such a letdown to see how far the quality has fallen. Bessou used to be a place I truly loved, but this experience left me frustrated and disappointed. It’s disappointing to see a place I once loved lose what made it special.
The host, Tyrin made sure that we were happy with our experience here. The crispy rice sushi is great too, especially the scallop.
Service: 5
Helpful staff and delicious crispy rice sushi. At first we weren’t happy with our order, the man at the front was under standing and refunded us. They also went a step above and brought us two additional crispy rice sushi to ensure we left satisfied.
I would recommend the crispy sushi on your next visit to pier 57.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food is not Japanese. One of the worst chicken ever!! Over priced. Please do not eat from this place.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 1
The Nori Fries at Bessou are a revelation, transforming what is typically a casual bite into something unexpectedly pleasant. From the moment you take your first bite, it's clear that this dish is not just any ordinary food but an exquisitely designed masterpiece. The texture, framed by its salty and savory nori, sets the tone for the impeccable experience that follows.
Inside, the fresh potato is soothing, with a soft, ambient texture that avoids the overly crumbly consistency that plagues typical fries. Each bite is a harmonious blend of contrasts, where the crisp outer layer meets the tender, almost buttery interior. This balance makes every mouthful a delight, with just the right amount of give under your teeth, enhancing the sensory experience.
The flavors and tones of the brown and light green BBQ sauce and scallion mayo create a calm, clean taste that is both refreshing and comforting. The scallion mayo, with its subtle oniony bite, provides a creamy counterpoint to the crisp nori, while the BBQ sauce, bold and spicy, adds a layer of complexity without overpowering the dish. Together, these elements work in perfect harmony, offering a refined, yet approachable flavor profile that elevates the fries from a simple side dish to a highlight of the meal.
Each fry is meticulously seasoned, ensuring that the nori’s umami-rich taste is present in every bite, while the sauces are thoughtfully portioned to enhance rather than drown the delicate flavors. The result is a dish that surprises and delights, making the humble French fry an unforgettable part of the Bessou dining experience.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Restaurantji Recommends
So upsetting to see what happened to this place! Amazing restaurant that we used to go to — new location has terrible food at Pier 57. Don’t go!
Ordered 5 karaage (fried chicken) with fries and we were pleasantly surprised with the generous portions for the karaage. It was very tasty and my kids were happy with the chicken.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place was surprisingly bad. Japanese comfort food sounded interesting so I got the salmon sashimi over crispy rice and the honey chicken. Salmon was abysmal. The sauce on the chicken was a weird mix of a bunch of strong flavors. It also appeared slightly undercooked. My wife got the Chicken burger and felt the same way. Wouldn’t recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 3
Not good. Portions are huge, but the mixture of sauces on the hot honey Chicken sandwich is not desirable. I left the whole thing. Absolutely will not return and do not recommend that people get this sandwich either.
Sorry, but I think the team who runs this place needs to order their own sandwich and confirm it is being made the right way.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
Fantastic meal with greatest crew. We couldn't ask for better crew than Cihan, Nick, Eduard and Pavel! Wooh handsome men All around!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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