We had the most amazing experience there. Definitely recommend!
Hank Chang
Omakase extends to take out - we did fixed boxes - I had the salmon chirashi box. The to-go container is quite hefty and solid, too bad it wasn't reuseable. Packed with spaces for the soy, wasabi, chopstick and napkin all packed nicely within.
Sashimi and ikura (salmon roe) itself was cool and refreshing, decorated with a touch of green edamame beans, it was pretty. The rice below, though was cold and difficult to eat. Best to experience this in-person, instead of to go.
Food: 4
Kathy H
Joji was a pleasant surprise. The execution, service, and atmosphere were all 10/10. If anything, the 90s playlist was a bit distracting 😌—I would’ve enjoyed something more relaxing—but it didn’t take away from the experience. I’ll absolutely return.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ian Liu
The food was very good. All the fishes were fresh and well prepared. And the outside of the restaurant was cool.I would totally recommend this experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
fordonboard
Amazing somalian in there, he knows his wine
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Genevieve Dunn
each dish was beautifully presented. the fish was fresh and there were some interesting bites like deep sea rockfish and a mushroom sushi. also a great uni and caviar handroll.
also when you order hot tea you get free refills on your cup until the end of the meal which was nice.
Zarina I
We had a truly unique omakase experience here. The atmosphere feels authentically Japanese from the chef’s technique to the presentation and pacing of each course. Every bite was thoughtfully prepared, beautifully plated, and genuinely delicious. The service was attentive and professional.However, it’s important to note that the price is extremely high. We paid $997 for two, before tip, which makes this one of the most expensive omakase experiences I’ve ever had. While the quality is excellent, the cost may not be justifiable for everyone. If you’re looking for a luxurious, authentic Japanese omakase and don’t mind splurging, this place is worth trying at least once.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Danyang “Annie” Zang
The sushi pieces felt pretty standard but the appetisers at the beginning really impressed me with how balanced the flavor were! Every course was good and we had a good time chatting w the chef. With that said, dessert left much to be desired - we were served 3 small pieces of Asian pear that felt more like a palate cleanser than dessert.
Oleg Rybak
★★★★★ Five Stars — Jōji is an absolute knockout.
Jōji is the kind of place that makes Midtown feel like Tokyo for a couple of hours: tucked beneath One Vanderbilt/Grand Central, serene and intimate, but never stiff or pretentious.  The room has that “hidden counter” energy people rave about—quiet confidence, immaculate pacing, and a vibe that somehow feels both elevated and genuinely fun. 
Chef Wayne is the real deal: cool, funny, easy-going, and clearly operating at a very high technical level. You can tell he’s not just serving you—he’s hosting you, teaching you, and keeping the whole counter engaged without ever breaking the flow of the meal. (It’s no surprise he’s part of the chef team that’s built Jōji’s reputation.) 
The fish was spectacular—clean, vibrant, and obviously handled with obsessive care. Course after course, everything tasted fresh and intentional, with that refined omakase discipline you expect from a top NYC counter. 
And the beverage program is not an afterthought—it’s a co-star. Jōji literally frames the experience as a chef-and-sommelier pairing on equal footing, and it shows.  Our sommelier dialed us in with phenomenal Champagne—ranging across styles and landing on a memorable 2012 Laurent-Perrier that drank beautifully with the sushi.  (The broader buzz about the pairings and drinks program is deserved—French wines and thoughtful selections come up repeatedly.) 
Bottom line: this place was fire. The vibe was phenomenal, the food was flawless, and the hospitality felt personal. I’d come back again and again—Jōji delivers the kind of night you talk about afterward.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sushi Guy
Very traditional sushi with classic masa flair in the appetizers. I don’t think they deliver good enough sushi for the price but it is a beautiful restaurant
Joji was one of the best sushi lunch experiences I’ve ever had. I ordered online to avoid the line, picked up my box and headed to Bryant Park!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Júlíus Sigurjónsson
Great restaurant. Met all my expectations. The food was amazing and so was the service. Great to experience the food being prepared in front of you at the bar seat. Everything was excellent. Joji deserves more than 1 Michelin star. Thank for me. ❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Francy Z
Wrong info displayed. This location is closed
Guo Tian
Update: The restaurant responded with a polite apology, but offered no resolution, flexibility, or compensation. While I appreciate the acknowledgment, the lack of any tangible remedy reinforces my original disappointment.
Ruthless cancellation policy — zero empathy
I rarely write negative reviews, but my experience with this restaurant was deeply disappointing. I had to cancel my reservation because my flight was unexpectedly changed — something completely out of my control. I called the restaurant immediately to explain and to see if they could offer any flexibility. Instead, I was met with a rigid “policy is policy” response and was charged the full amount, regardless of the circumstances.
Even after contacting my credit card company to dispute the charge, the restaurant refused to show any compassion or basic customer care. This is not how a hospitality business should treat its guests.
Many high-end restaurants understand that exceptional situations require exceptional understanding. Unfortunately, this place chose profit over people. I will not be returning, and I strongly encourage future customers to think twice before booking — especially if you value fairness, empathy, and genuine hospitality.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Katerina
Delicious omakase take out. The nigiri pieces were all excellent and very good generous cuts. The rolls were tasty as well. Place is located in the basement of the building, you have to go 1 floor down in the same building where Summit is.
We had the most amazing experience there.
Definitely recommend!
Omakase extends to take out - we did fixed boxes - I had the salmon chirashi box. The to-go container is quite hefty and solid, too bad it wasn't reuseable. Packed with spaces for the soy, wasabi, chopstick and napkin all packed nicely within.
Sashimi and ikura (salmon roe) itself was cool and refreshing, decorated with a touch of green edamame beans, it was pretty. The rice below, though was cold and difficult to eat. Best to experience this in-person, instead of to go.
Food: 4
Joji was a pleasant surprise. The execution, service, and atmosphere were all 10/10. If anything, the 90s playlist was a bit distracting 😌—I would’ve enjoyed something more relaxing—but it didn’t take away from the experience. I’ll absolutely return.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food was very good. All the fishes were fresh and well prepared. And the outside of the restaurant was cool.I would totally recommend this experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amazing somalian in there, he knows his wine
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
each dish was beautifully presented. the fish was fresh and there were some interesting bites like deep sea rockfish and a mushroom sushi. also a great uni and caviar handroll.
also when you order hot tea you get free refills on your cup until the end of the meal which was nice.
We had a truly unique omakase experience here. The atmosphere feels authentically Japanese from the chef’s technique to the presentation and pacing of each course. Every bite was thoughtfully prepared, beautifully plated, and genuinely delicious.
The service was attentive and professional.However, it’s important to note that the price is extremely high. We paid $997 for two, before tip, which makes this one of the most expensive omakase experiences I’ve ever had. While the quality is excellent, the cost may not be justifiable for everyone.
If you’re looking for a luxurious, authentic Japanese omakase and don’t mind splurging, this place is worth trying at least once.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
The sushi pieces felt pretty standard but the appetisers at the beginning really impressed me with how balanced the flavor were! Every course was good and we had a good time chatting w the chef. With that said, dessert left much to be desired - we were served 3 small pieces of Asian pear that felt more like a palate cleanser than dessert.
★★★★★ Five Stars — Jōji is an absolute knockout.
Jōji is the kind of place that makes Midtown feel like Tokyo for a couple of hours: tucked beneath One Vanderbilt/Grand Central, serene and intimate, but never stiff or pretentious.  The room has that “hidden counter” energy people rave about—quiet confidence, immaculate pacing, and a vibe that somehow feels both elevated and genuinely fun. 
Chef Wayne is the real deal: cool, funny, easy-going, and clearly operating at a very high technical level. You can tell he’s not just serving you—he’s hosting you, teaching you, and keeping the whole counter engaged without ever breaking the flow of the meal. (It’s no surprise he’s part of the chef team that’s built Jōji’s reputation.) 
The fish was spectacular—clean, vibrant, and obviously handled with obsessive care. Course after course, everything tasted fresh and intentional, with that refined omakase discipline you expect from a top NYC counter. 
And the beverage program is not an afterthought—it’s a co-star. Jōji literally frames the experience as a chef-and-sommelier pairing on equal footing, and it shows.  Our sommelier dialed us in with phenomenal Champagne—ranging across styles and landing on a memorable 2012 Laurent-Perrier that drank beautifully with the sushi.  (The broader buzz about the pairings and drinks program is deserved—French wines and thoughtful selections come up repeatedly.) 
Bottom line: this place was fire. The vibe was phenomenal, the food was flawless, and the hospitality felt personal. I’d come back again and again—Jōji delivers the kind of night you talk about afterward.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very traditional sushi with classic masa flair in the appetizers. I don’t think they deliver good enough sushi for the price but it is a beautiful restaurant
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 3
Restaurantji Recommends
Joji was one of the best sushi lunch experiences I’ve ever had. I ordered online to avoid the line, picked up my box and headed to Bryant Park!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great restaurant. Met all my expectations. The food was amazing and so was the service. Great to experience the food being prepared in front of you at the bar seat. Everything was excellent. Joji deserves more than 1 Michelin star. Thank for me. ❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wrong info displayed. This location is closed
Update:
The restaurant responded with a polite apology, but offered no resolution, flexibility, or compensation. While I appreciate the acknowledgment, the lack of any tangible remedy reinforces my original disappointment.
Ruthless cancellation policy — zero empathy
I rarely write negative reviews, but my experience with this restaurant was deeply disappointing. I had to cancel my reservation because my flight was unexpectedly changed — something completely out of my control. I called the restaurant immediately to explain and to see if they could offer any flexibility. Instead, I was met with a rigid “policy is policy” response and was charged the full amount, regardless of the circumstances.
Even after contacting my credit card company to dispute the charge, the restaurant refused to show any compassion or basic customer care. This is not how a hospitality business should treat its guests.
Many high-end restaurants understand that exceptional situations require exceptional understanding. Unfortunately, this place chose profit over people. I will not be returning, and I strongly encourage future customers to think twice before booking — especially if you value fairness, empathy, and genuine hospitality.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Delicious omakase take out. The nigiri pieces were all excellent and very good generous cuts. The rolls were tasty as well. Place is located in the basement of the building, you have to go 1 floor down in the same building where Summit is.
Food: 5
Service: 5
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