I have returned to Kosaka multiple times now, which tells you something. I am not, by nature, a repeater. Life is short and the world is full of places that want your money and your attention, most of them undeserving of either.
But Kosaka understands what so few do: that a meal is a constructed thing, like a novel. It must have architecture. Rhythm. Restraint. The space between what is said and what is withheld.
The ambiance is not trying to seduce you with noise or decoration. It simply is — confident, minimal, adult. The kind of place that doesn't apologize for what it is or pander to what you think you want. This, I have learned, is increasingly rare and therefore precious.
The food arrives with the inevitability of a well-turned sentence. Each element necessary. Nothing extraneous. The kind of precision that looks effortless but requires absolute mastery.
I bring clients here because it reflects well on both of us. They leave altered, which is what good art does, whether it arrives on a plate or a page.
I'll be back this evening!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Joseph Joseph Veach Jr
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Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Patrick K
I eat omakase a lot and I’m really starting to believe that it’s not necessary to pay over 300 in nyc because of the options available. Although Kosaka comes in just u see 300 its a good use case. Can one sushiya be 3x better than the avg 100 option available? Possible, but it’s really difficult. Is that o-toro nigiri 3x better than any other place? Unlikely. Kosaka is a Michelin star sushiya with a very experienced chef soma steering the ship. What sets it apart: the appetizers, some creative dishes (the one with monk liver was amazing) and the service which was fine dining level and expected with a 1 star rating. The space is also very chic with dramatic lighting and a gorgeous sushi counter bar. So a very satisfying experience with excellent food quality but 3x better than your standard $100 options? Well, that’s up to you but I’d probably choose a cheaper spot and put t at extra money toward a better bottle of wine or sake. Verdict: will not return based on value only.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
N J
Nice Sushi. Good value. Looking for a more jaw dropping impression that makes it stand out from other Michelin Sushi restaurants . The atmosphere has some modern Twist.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Corky Luxembourg
Kosaka is a Mich star omakase place in the village. There are many like it but this one is well appointed and the tables are spaced far enough from each other to give conversational privacy. The fish was delish and the service was elegant. Good sake list.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
S R S
My second time for omakase at Kosaka. It was exceptional the first time. It was exceptional this second time. Delicious, creative omakase. Attentive service. Price reasonable considering the quality of what is being served. Michelin star deserved
Rana Tamraz
Thank you Chef Kosaka for making our anniversary very special! All the food was good but the drinks and desserts were out of this world amazing.
Linh Clark
I don’t usually eat raw fish. But my partner convinced me to try it out. And surprisingly they are so tasty. They don’t smell fishy at all. Service was attentive and the space is cozy. Would highly recommended!
Pavel Krupets
The best sushi / sashimi I have ever tried. Everything is super yummy... Highly recommend it!
Beautiful sushi restaurant with a mix of both classic favorites as well as some unique and decadent twists. Come early to have dedicated attention and a slower pace to the menu.
Annabel Kim
Kosaka was the best omakase restaurant in NYC I have tried Not only chef Yosi was great, the staff was very professional and attentive. Food was amazing from the dishes that come out before the sushi pieces to all the sushi pieces Lived the whole experience
Rose Brutkiewicz
Very cozy omakase in the west village! Liked every dish except for the egg soup -- it tasted like egg mixed with water.
Served did a great job of explaining every course. Left feeling full but not stuffed (although I was hungry a few hours later).
Great omakase spot but for the price, I think you could find better value.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Kutta Srinivasan
Good food, so-so value, particularly with the sake pairing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Omakase Sushi
David Torres
Would definitely come back again. High quality fish with high quality cuts and service.
Best ever!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I have returned to Kosaka multiple times now, which tells you something. I am not, by nature, a repeater. Life is short and the world is full of places that want your money and your attention, most of them undeserving of either.
But Kosaka understands what so few do: that a meal is a constructed thing, like a novel. It must have architecture. Rhythm. Restraint. The space between what is said and what is withheld.
The ambiance is not trying to seduce you with noise or decoration. It simply is — confident, minimal, adult. The kind of place that doesn't apologize for what it is or pander to what you think you want. This, I have learned, is increasingly rare and therefore precious.
The food arrives with the inevitability of a well-turned sentence. Each element necessary. Nothing extraneous. The kind of precision that looks effortless but requires absolute mastery.
I bring clients here because it reflects well on both of us. They leave altered, which is what good art does, whether it arrives on a plate or a page.
I'll be back this evening!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amen Amen Amen Amen Amen Hallelujah Thank You Jesus 🙌💖🙌💖🙌💖🙏
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I eat omakase a lot and I’m really starting to believe that it’s not necessary to pay over 300 in nyc because of the options available. Although Kosaka comes in just u see 300 its a good use case. Can one sushiya be 3x better than the avg 100 option available? Possible, but it’s really difficult. Is that o-toro nigiri 3x better than any other place? Unlikely. Kosaka is a Michelin star sushiya with a very experienced chef soma steering the ship. What sets it apart: the appetizers, some creative dishes (the one with monk liver was amazing) and the service which was fine dining level and expected with a 1 star rating. The space is also very chic with dramatic lighting and a gorgeous sushi counter bar. So a very satisfying experience with excellent food quality but 3x better than your standard $100 options? Well, that’s up to you but I’d probably choose a cheaper spot and put t at extra money toward a better bottle of wine or sake. Verdict: will not return based on value only.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Nice Sushi. Good value. Looking for a more jaw dropping impression that makes it stand out from other Michelin Sushi restaurants . The atmosphere has some modern Twist.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kosaka is a Mich star omakase place in the village. There are many like it but this one is well appointed and the tables are spaced far enough from each other to give conversational privacy. The fish was delish and the service was elegant. Good sake list.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My second time for omakase at Kosaka. It was exceptional the first time. It was exceptional this second time. Delicious, creative omakase. Attentive service. Price reasonable considering the quality of what is being served. Michelin star deserved
Thank you Chef Kosaka for making our anniversary very special! All the food was good but the drinks and desserts were out of this world amazing.
I don’t usually eat raw fish. But my partner convinced me to try it out. And surprisingly they are so tasty. They don’t smell fishy at all. Service was attentive and the space is cozy. Would highly recommended!
The best sushi / sashimi I have ever tried. Everything is super yummy... Highly recommend it!
Restaurantji Recommends
Beautiful sushi restaurant with a mix of both classic favorites as well as some unique and decadent twists. Come early to have dedicated attention and a slower pace to the menu.
Kosaka was the best omakase restaurant in NYC I have tried
Not only chef Yosi was great, the staff was very professional and attentive.
Food was amazing from the dishes that come out before the sushi pieces to all the sushi pieces
Lived the whole experience
Very cozy omakase in the west village! Liked every dish except for the egg soup -- it tasted like egg mixed with water.
Served did a great job of explaining every course. Left feeling full but not stuffed (although I was hungry a few hours later).
Great omakase spot but for the price, I think you could find better value.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Good food, so-so value, particularly with the sake pairing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Omakase Sushi
Would definitely come back again. High quality fish with high quality cuts and service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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