If I could afford it I’d be there every night. Chef Kurosawa puts you at ease while offering arguably the best omakase in NY.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Omakase
Angela Baldwin
What a phenomenal experience! If you know me (or have read any of my previous reviews) you know that I typically enjoy recording in great detail every nuance of the ambiance, service and food I’ve enjoyed while dining. Well, this experience called for something different. It was the type of exclusive, intimate experience that demanded one’s full attention and presence in moment. Consequently, this review has fewer words than my norm, and no pictures.
In a small, comfortably decorated restaurant, the chef opened the locked door and welcomed us by name. A cozy, contemporary decor greeted us, and most auspicious, was the number of place settings set out. We were fortunate to receive the VIP experience, just the two of us with the chef, with no other patrons to vie for his attention. The chef, Hiro, is all at once a culinary artist, master of the knife, ingenious pervayor of novel flavors and personable, even jovial bar tender.
Every single dish of the omakase experience was an exquisite land delightful stepping stone in a culinary journey. But what made this restaurant, or shall I say this chef, stand apart, was that every single dish exhibited a vastly different and ingenious flavor profile. I’ve never experienced this level of variety in an omakase sushi experience before. The joy of unbridled experimentation is readily evident in each dish. Standouts include fresh shrimp with a generous portion of caviar and shaved bottarga, smoked buttery rockfish, crab in an egg custard and truffle broth, and a unique fish broth ramen with fish cake. Dessert was also a surprisingly delicious fair with an earthy, matcha gelato and an over 25 layer semi-sweet crepe cake.
Needless to say, I’m excited to return to this restaurant again with friends. For those who appreciate one of a kind dishes, this is the place to go for an exclusive sushi experience.
Lovely small little restaurant. Head chef Hiroyuki is a delight and was an excellent host for our evening. His pleasant demeanor and quick wit made the experience and food especially enjoyable. Highly recommend. You will feel full and satisfied and wishing you could remember the taste of each individual sushi as it arrived.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mario Fernández
Excellent omakase experience. A great selection of pieces, all high quality. My personal favorites were the otoro and the fatty yellowtail.Chef is funny and engaging. I was alone as I was coming back from a business trip, but he made the experience very enjoyable.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michael Cohan
A delicious and authentic experience in a zen-like atmosphere. Chefs are friendly and creative. The service is sharp and prompt. Must go for a celebration or a special night. They will treat you like royalty here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tony Wu
First time at an omakase. It was great! Highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Omakase
Ben C
Notch below Noz and Masa, but it is also 1/2 the price. Top 10 in NY , not top 5 . Extra friendly staff makes it a special place.
❤️ celebration is in order , great quality and experience!
NAHEE JUNG
It was a special day for me and I couldn’t be happier that I chose Sushi Zo to celebrate the night. Every course was stunning and very impressive. My favorite ones were aji & shima aji that they were the best taste I’ve ever had. The vibe of the restaurant was private and only 7 people were there during the service. Chef Kurosawa and his sous chef made my night. Absolutely recommend.
B Tribeca
Notch below Noz and Masa, but it is also 1/2 the price. Top 10 in NY , not top 5 . Extra friendly staff makes it a special place.
One of my favorites in nyc
If I could afford it I’d be there every night. Chef Kurosawa puts you at ease while offering arguably the best omakase in NY.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Omakase
What a phenomenal experience! If you know me (or have read any of my previous reviews) you know that I typically enjoy recording in great detail every nuance of the ambiance, service and food I’ve enjoyed while dining. Well, this experience called for something different. It was the type of exclusive, intimate experience that demanded one’s full attention and presence in moment. Consequently, this review has fewer words than my norm, and no pictures.
In a small, comfortably decorated restaurant, the chef opened the locked door and welcomed us by name. A cozy, contemporary decor greeted us, and most auspicious, was the number of place settings set out. We were fortunate to receive the VIP experience, just the two of us with the chef, with no other patrons to vie for his attention. The chef, Hiro, is all at once a culinary artist, master of the knife, ingenious pervayor of novel flavors and personable, even jovial bar tender.
Every single dish of the omakase experience was an exquisite land delightful stepping stone in a culinary journey. But what made this restaurant, or shall I say this chef, stand apart, was that every single dish exhibited a vastly different and ingenious flavor profile. I’ve never experienced this level of variety in an omakase sushi experience before. The joy of unbridled experimentation is readily evident in each dish. Standouts include fresh shrimp with a generous portion of caviar and shaved bottarga, smoked buttery rockfish, crab in an egg custard and truffle broth, and a unique fish broth ramen with fish cake. Dessert was also a surprisingly delicious fair with an earthy, matcha gelato and an over 25 layer semi-sweet crepe cake.
Needless to say, I’m excited to return to this restaurant again with friends. For those who appreciate one of a kind dishes, this is the place to go for an exclusive sushi experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sashimi, Sushi, Handroll, Omakase, Wasabi
Lovely small little restaurant. Head chef Hiroyuki is a delight and was an excellent host for our evening. His pleasant demeanor and quick wit made the experience and food especially enjoyable. Highly recommend. You will feel full and satisfied and wishing you could remember the taste of each individual sushi as it arrived.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent omakase experience. A great selection of pieces, all high quality. My personal favorites were the otoro and the fatty yellowtail.Chef is funny and engaging. I was alone as I was coming back from a business trip, but he made the experience very enjoyable.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
A delicious and authentic experience in a zen-like atmosphere. Chefs are friendly and creative. The service is sharp and prompt. Must go for a celebration or a special night. They will treat you like royalty here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
First time at an omakase. It was great! Highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Omakase
Notch below Noz and Masa, but it is also 1/2 the price. Top 10 in NY , not top 5 . Extra friendly staff makes it a special place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
$290 per person
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Omakase
Amazing!
Restaurantji Recommends
Expensive, but lives up to the hype.
Very poor attitude from this restaurant.
❤️ celebration is in order , great quality and experience!
It was a special day for me and I couldn’t be happier that I chose Sushi Zo to celebrate the night. Every course was stunning and very impressive. My favorite ones were aji & shima aji that they were the best taste I’ve ever had. The vibe of the restaurant was private and only 7 people were there during the service. Chef Kurosawa and his sous chef made my night. Absolutely recommend.
Notch below Noz and Masa, but it is also 1/2 the price. Top 10 in NY , not top 5 . Extra friendly staff makes it a special place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
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