Omakase Shihou (Shiro) - Upper West Side

No joke, I think this was the best meal I’ve ever had, it was actually transcendent. Highly highly recommended this place to celebrate a birthday or anniversary or any other milestone, it’s very special.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

This place is amazing! Such a great omakase experience and the price was inexpensive for the quality and quantity. Great service, skilled chefs and a cozy vibe. I can’t wait to go back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The best omakase option on the UWS, will not disappoint!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Omakase Shihou offers an exceptional dining experience with expertly crafted sushi and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. The staff are incredibly attentive and friendly, making you feel right at home from the moment you walk in. Each dish is thoughtfully prepared, showcasing the freshness and quality of the ingredients. A must-visit for anyone looking for top-tier sushi and great service!

Thank you for the HBD dessert.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Absolutely amazing!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Located on the 2nd floor of Tenzan, Omakase Shihou has a lunch special omakase experience for $50 that is fantastic. The service today was outstanding as well, and the fish was super fresh and inventive. This is a perfect, quiet place to go for date night on the Upper West Side!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

amazing omakase experience. great waitstaff, dishes came very frequently one after another, and the food was all sublime.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Absolutely delicious omakase. Went for lunch and had the counter seats. We got to speak with the chef and learn about the different preparations, origins of the fish, and more. Atmosphere is very comfortable while feeling premium and elegant. 5/5, definitely check it out!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Omakase Table Only, Omakase Prep, Premium Omakase Counter \u0026 Table

I thought there was only counter for omakase, but there also was tables, if you want a quite omakase experience this is not the place, food was good but too much seasoning, if the fish is really good you don’t need so much sauce. Overall good for the price.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Excellent omakase. Was happily surprised at the quality and variety of food. Enjoyed every course. Alcohol list was also very good. Definitely would recommend!!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

How can this be bad taste, the kitchen is dirty and the service is also not good

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 2

Service: 2

This place was bad for morning breakfast and the service was bad

disgusting bad restaurant, bad service, very bad, not recommended, dirty food, bad service

The employee named Abi is very unfriendly, the food is not fit for sale

We stopped into Omakase Shihou (also referred to as Omakase Shiro) for their lunch omakase, tucked away on the second floor of Tenzan, a Japanese restaurant. The intimate space, clad in light wood, sets the perfect tone for a relaxed and refined experience.

The lunch omakase is an incredible value at just $49, including an appetizer, nine pieces of sushi, miso soup, and dessert. We opted to elevate the experience with the $25 add-on, which featured an oyster shooter, A5 wagyu, and a toro hand roll. Each of us also enjoyed a glass of sake for $18. While the base omakase alone is a treat—beautifully presented and absolutely delicious—the add-on is highly recommended.

Every piece of sushi was fresh, artfully prepared, and included a few delightful surprises. The ikura, which I don’t typically enjoy, was so exceptional I ordered an extra—truly a testament to the quality. No spoilers here—you’ll want to experience it for yourself.

The meal concluded with a comforting akamiso soup and a refreshing matcha mochi dessert topped with arare, a perfectly balanced finish to a memorable lunch. It was a wonderful prelude to an afternoon at The Met.

We’d absolutely return to Omakase Shiro—excellent service, serene ambiance, and exceptional food from start to finish.