50 Best Japanese Restaurants in New York

“The Japanese and Italian flavors mixed well and are to come back for. I stayed in the hotel where the restraunt was attached. In the area, with a focus of cocktails and table service for an upscale environment, it was delightful.

I love cocktails, and the servers were personable. Nothing pretentious. They focus on service and taste! Our food was excellent and the drinks were even better. It's a pleasant experience.“

“Wonderful and friendly staff. Delish food.“

“This is my 2nd time here. The last time I had a different chef and yakitori were just OK. But this time it is fantastic. Very well prepared and greatly executed! Attentive nice services. This time iI feel like I am in Tokyo! I had a great time to dine here. I recommend this place for a great yakitori dinner experience!“

“Party of eight and we all enjoyed everything we ate and drank. 👍 for the kitchen staff on doing everything perfect and quick. The staff was amazing and service was great. I highly recommend the burger 🍔. Will definitely go back.“

“Ended up here accidentally on a layover: Hands down, the best ramen I’ve ever had (springy, slurpy perfection), amazing cocktails (if you like gin the Japanese 75 is a must try!), and whatever the whipped cream, creme brûlée’d banana dessert was tasted like heaven. I even ordered another tonkotsu ramen to go (all the way to Florida) to bring back to my fiancé. They separated all of it, packaged it so it wouldn’t leak, and wrote directions on specific timing for heating up each item! Very impressive service. I’ll be back again!“

“Absolutely amazing food was delicious and the attention of the staff unique.“

“My wife and I went here for our 12 year anniversary. “Perfect” is an understatement. I’ve been to a little more than half a dozen 3-star Michelin restaurants over the past decade, and Chef’s Table was one of the best for me. They nailed it from the moment we walked in right to the very end, when they brought out a special dessert dish with a candle to top off our anniversary occasion, and then one of the chef’s came by to congratulate us. I can say they had incredibly fresh and rare ingredients, and prepared it all impeccably - almost in an unreal, dreamlike fashion. But that’s what you expect at a 3-star Michelin place, so that shouldn’t be surprising (although I feel that I ate more flowers here). The way they combined the ingredients, the meticulous attention to detail (that we could see clearly form our table), and the clear respect the kitchen and waiting staff had for each other might have been what set this restaurant apart. The flavors came to life in my mouth. I wouldn’t stop chewing after the food was gone, just to savor the flavors for even another short moment. I know things can’t be perfect in this world, but Chef’s Table is right there. Our waiting staff was incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and prompt, but they were also very human and able to anticipate our thoughts. They connected with us unlike previous experiences - simply because they knew that’s what we wanted. Chefs Table has left a lasting memory better than any I’ve had to date. We went there right after seeing The Great Gadspy, and I couldn’t be happier with the decision. This is a meal we will remember for ever. Thank you very much for being so amazing. We will be back.“

“The best homemade udon in town , strongly recommended“

“Más que un restaurante, es una experiencia!“

“Second to none! The ingredients are fresh and chef skills are world class.“

“Ramen is good ! Soup is good not so oily Yakitori good with Asahi Beeru !“

“The meal is fast, the food is delicious, and the links are elegant and warm.“

“Chic, small restaurant with very good Yakitori Omakase at the dining counter. The food was excellent in terms of taste and quality. The drinks served were perfect. We were looked after very respectfully and politely throughout the evening. We had a very nice evening.“

“Every dish is creative, and it will make your taste buds feel different.“

“Omakase room by maaser for me is the best restaurant in the world.
All Sushis prepared by the chef are heaven on earth.
I eat here since the inauguration and always is absolutely marvelous and perfect.
Thank you so much chef for bringing such joy to my soul with your wonderful sushis.“

“Went on a Wednesday at 8pm and there was hardly anyone there. Ambience was cozy and not too bright or loud — something I have come to appreciate when dining out in the city. While we were here on a summer night, I could easily see this being a go-to winter spot. Food was delicious and came out very quickly. We got the spicy lamb yakisoba and the addictive cabbage — enough food for a light meal for two!“

“THE BEST BIRTHDAY DINNER WE’VE EVER HAD !!!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥🇮🇩🇺🇸👍“

“Hole in the wall sushi spot. It’s a small and cozy spot in the LES. The size allows you to enjoy the food and chefs on a personal level. I also genuinely have not had fresher fish than here, every piece was mind blowing, the fact that it’s only $68 for 12 pieces! I’m so impressed and I truly can’t recommend it enough. Better than any Michelin I’ve ever had! Also if you love uni like I do, it’s a must.“

“My girlfriend and I came for the $155 per person omaskase to celebrate our one-year anniversary and I couldn't give more praise to Noz Market. Not only was the sushi absolutely delicious (might have been the best shrimp and squid sushi pieces I've ever tasted), but the service was impeccable. Chef Shige gave an explanation after every piece and definitely displayed some showmanship with the uni. He made the whole experience that much more enjoyable and gave us some good laughs in our conversations with him. Highly recommend for a great omakase experience (especially at the price) and for a pleasant time with Chef Shige.“

“Great Omakase It will make you fell, that you are in Tokyo“

“Interesting omakase experience with less sashimi and more cooked seafood. The most unique part of this dinner was the two turtle dishes, which I don't often see. Food was delicious. Service was courteous and attentive. We ordered 2 bottles of sake, and they were great.“

“Absolutely loved our experience yesterday. The basic omakase was delicious at $38, no hidden charges, and staff were lovely. Only slightly minor quibble was everything seemed a bit rushed and a little less peaceful than other places I've been to, but fair enough at that price. I was also a bit surprised at the rudeness of a customer talking on her phone when the staff were trying to engage her. That's not the restaurant's fault but maybe worth having a sign about using phones less and being in the moment more?!“

“Excellent omakase! We did their sister restaurant Sushi Y in Tokyo on our honeymoon and had to hit their location in NYC. The food and quality was amazing, and the service was top notch. I knew not to expect the exact same quality and ingredients as the restaurant in Tokyo, but damn did they come close. 10/10 would recommend.“

“Great food very good service“

“Awesome Delicious Sushi, I can’t believe how quick they prepared and delivered our food...“

“Haven’t eaten this well since I was last actually in Japan late 2019 before you know what! Loved the Korean flavoured belly pork.“

“Put this place on the map!!!! A tried a true, best of the best, MUST go to spot when visiting (or living in) NYC. No exaggeration, my boyfriend and I haven’t stopped talking about this place since we visited last year. We’ll finally be back in town next month and are beyond excited to be dining with them again. Did we book a trip just to eat here!? Maybe… probably… because seriously, this place is exceptional. The owner is the sweetest, most delightful human with an incredible story and the food/service is an unmatched experience. Plus, you simply can’t beat their affordable omakasi prices…but the bigger bonus??? BYOB. Bring your wine, bring your tequila, bring neither or bring both. As far as I’m concerned, it’s a party in the most intimate sense. I never write reviews, but Sushi YOLO is a 10/10, so please, do yourself a favor and go see them before they earn that Michelin Star!“

“Pictures of food don't do this place justice. Everything they serve is just better than a mid-level sushi place. Fresher taste, crisper texture, more on-point seasoning. The double uni plate and crabmeat in its shell are notable. As well as the "kamatoro" which has a definite shape on the plate but melts immediately in my mouth even more than the otoro. We can see why they charge what they charge. On a side note, we were stiffed with having to pay for 3 bottles of water. No idea how they kept track because the hostess used the same bottle for all diners.“

“#組長極力推薦 #響紐約可以食到呢個level嘅質素就已經算係禾地嘅福份 😆 😆#紐約食食 #omakasetempura #係我響紐約食過最好食嘅天婦羅“

“It was truly memorable experience. The tasting menu showcased the freshest ingredients, with each dish expertly crafted to balance flavor and texture. Every course was a delight. The staff was attentive and knowledgeable, enhancing the experience with their insights. The intimate atmosphere made it the perfect spot for a special meal. Highly recommend for sushi lovers!“

“We had an absolutely fantastic experience at Fushimi Restaurant! The food was delicious, from the appetizers we ordered to our main course. Each dish was expertly prepared and bursting with flavor. We also enjoyed a couple of drinks, which perfectly complemented our meal. What truly made our visit exceptional was the incredible service provided by our waitress, Ohmie. She was attentive, friendly, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout the evening. Her warm demeanor and professionalism truly elevated our dining experience. We strongly recommend Fushimi Restaurant, especially because of the outstanding service we received from Ohmie. We’ll definitely be back!“

“In our opinion, a very nice coffee shop. The coffee tasted good, as did the other dishes. The prices are reasonable. The staff were really friendly and helpful, and the atmosphere was great. We enjoyed drinking coffee there and eating a little something!“

“We came here to celebrate my partner’s birthday, as we’ve been to about 6 different omakase experiences in the past couple years and have loved the variety of each, this was no exception—but may i say how wonderful it was now?

Atmosphere was clean and warm, with wood and stone features, plates, and interior. We were kindly able to move up our reservation from 5:00 to 4:40 as we had arrived in the city quite early. The staff was all wonderful and had made note from my reservation that it was a birthday celebration which is always SO appreciated, as i know it’s not always something spaces do or are even expected to.
Service: so kind and attentive, everyone was very sweet to us and our chef seemed genuinely happy to talk about the selections for the day.
Food: The best part, was immaculate. Truly a story telling of food that we enjoyed every single piece of. Variety, artistry, elegance and fresh. We went with the $150 19 course selection which came with 4 appetizers, 11 pieces of nigiri, 1 hand roll, a gorgeous wagyu sampler and dessert. (Forgive me if I missed anything, there was so much food and certainly worth the price) The appetizers were inventive and well presented, the sushi was classic and took us through this beautiful little adventure of light to deeper and rich flavors.
Drinks: we got a bottle of cold sake which was served in a sort of wine chilling contraption that was not only a fun spectacle to look at and use, but very functional in keeping our alcohol chilled.
Truly, truly a wonderful experience and would absolutely recommend. Thank you so much.“

“This is the best sushi in NY in my opinion. Amazing chef and Shari is just perfect. All Nigiri are great. There are so many mediocre, non-taditional sushi in NY. This place is amazing pure edomae. Highly recommended! I come here many times if I can get a reservation“

“Randomly decided to dine here before a show at Webster Hall. Every single thing we ordered was absolutely delicious. Teppen gyoza, kimchi beef fried rice, dynamite roll, and mango martini. Definitely plan on returning.“

“Was visiting my godchild and she wanted to eat here. The staff was amazing as was the ramen. Cozy and cool. We went for lunch on a Saturday and we were seated right away. I would definitely go back“

“Great quality dining and shopping. Whether dining at one of the great restaurants or shopping to cook at home, you won’t be disappointed.“

“This was amazing! The omakase was reasonably priced and the quality of everything was superb. My favorites were the unique, unagi, oyster, and A5 wagyu. Out chef Wei was so kind and communicative. I also liked the fact that you could order a la carte after the omakase.“

“Perfect Food, Great Service, Nice Atmosphere“

“My go to spot whenever I’m in the city for years now“

“Sushi onakase Shinzo best“

“You feel welcome once you step into this place. Service is top notch. 12 course dishes are all with very fresh ingredients and very delicious. I would say their Modern Kaiseki is very good even compare to those you find in Tokyo or Osaka. Last, if you are into Sake, you have to try their pairing and the staff their are very knowledgeable on what they pick.“

“I like this restaurant. I have been there a few times. The young waiter is nice and very friendly. I usually sat in the main dining room and not the Omakaze room. The last time I went that same waiter was not there though, it was late afternoon, and I think the guy who served me this time he usually served in the Omakaze room, he is not that friendly. But overall, I like the food, and the other waiter’s service.“

“Incredible. I’ve been a few times and am continually amazed.

It’s a small setup with 6-8 seats at the bar. The fish is top notch and the chef is knowledgeable.

The price is quite reasonable and they offer a wine pairing that will leave you toasty. Can’t recommend enough.“

“This was an incredible Omakase experience. I loved the creativity and uniqueness of each dish. At first you will be surprised on how much Wagyu you will be eating by the display but you will finish it. Each slice melts in your mouth.

Service is warm and attentive. The price was very reasonable. Highly recommend.“

“If you are a fan of cute things and bomb sushi this is the place to be!!
I visited here because I’m a huge fan of the kawaii monster cafe in Japan and have always wanted to experience a little part of it ? Now I have and my heart is so happy

The decor is breathtakingly adorable, the servers / hostess’s put their all into their outfits and it really makes you feel as if you’ve been transported to harujuku! The vibes were wonderful as well, lots of laughter and singing and dancing

Food was 10/10, the presentation and thought that goes into each thing is honestly so cool! I got the imagination Experience and honestly didn’t realize how filling it would be!! Drinks were delicious as well and they had adorable merchandise from kawaii monster cafe as well! ?❤️“

“Not too bad“

“Great service, great food and atmosphere“

“Excellent service and food“

“The environment is very good, the dishes are exquisite, the miso soup is great, and it is suitable for entertaining distinguished guests.
However, the premium is too high... nearly $100 per person is not enough to eat, so it is not cost-effective😓
-2024.8.28“