I came here for their Twilight Dinner Prix Fixe, which is available until 6 PM. They open at 5:30 and you really have 30 minutes to order it, which I thought was silly. They should extend the time to 6:30 or 7 PM. I've been to another Japanese establishment with a similar early dinner special and it goes on until 7 PM. This place is in a semi basement with plain wooden décor, very casual spot. The set comes with Miso Soup, Salad, Sashimi or Sushi, Tempura, Grilled Fish and Dessert for ($22). The miso soup was different from other miso soup I've had. It was a red color. Not an expert with miso soup, but I prefer the regular clear color one. The salad had a unique dressing. Not the dressing you usually get at other places. But I prefer the regular dressing. We ordered the sashimi set and the sushi set. The sashimi cuts were on the thin side. You get like a total of 7 pieces of salmon, tuna, and yellowtail. For the sushi you get 3 pieces of sushi, the same 3 types of fish mentioned above and a tuna roll. Loved the tempura of vegetables and shrimp that you dip into the sauce that they give it. The grilled fish was salmon. Plus you get 3 side dishes too, that's not mentioned in the set description. So it's a lot of food and worth the price you're paying. I was hoping for ice cream for dessert, but it was just fruits. read more

Hasaki - twilight dinner prix fixe - Sushi Bars Near Me - New York, New York

A friend of mine suggested Hasaki, saying it was her favorite place. So off we went. Atmosphere: It is located in the basement, but visable from the street. It is a fairly small place with both tables and a sushi bar. The staff was friendly and attentive. The menu isn't very large but has both sushi and typical Japanese dishes. We started off with the seaweed salad, It was my first time having it and it was actually pretty good. It comes with maybe 5 different types of seaweed and this very tasty creamy dressing on the side. We moved onto the shrimp tempura appetizer, which was light and crispy and not greasy. It includes 2 shrimp and a piece of sweet potato, broccoli and eggplant. After that we ordered some rolls. I got the spicy tuna roll, an eel roll and a piece of tuna sushi. It was all very good. Everything tasted fresh and it was well made. We didn't have time for dessert, but I was told they have good sesame ice cream and coffee, which is brewed with a Bunsen burner looking thing at your table . So tha's a must try for next time. read more

I would call myself a sushi enthusiast & frequent lover of this genre of cuisine but I can't say I am an expert so take my 5th star from this perspective. You can probably expect a considerable wait but I'm not sure how I feel about sushi that I didn't have to wait for. My sushi criteria is based on the following & Hasaki crazy delivered on all of these: - a cross section of Japanese & Caucasians that take sushi seriously - sushi chefs that look really serious about their craft - size of nigiri; bigger isn't better. Better is better. - at least one table of visiting Japanese businessmen & women that are spending the equivalent of a 3rd world country's GND on sushi. If this is where they come to impress each other with their sushi prowess then I want to eat there. - lots of people eating off-the-menu items that are completely unidentifiable You won't find "half price" sushi offers here or rolls the size of your head. But you find sublime pieces of fish that you could forget to use soy or wasabi with. read more

I came here for a quick dinner. The monkfish nabe special was very bland or maybe that is how most nabes are. The Edo-mae style sushi (comes seared or with sauce on top) was good but the fish quality was so-so. Several pieces of fish had sinew and were generally hard to chew through. The green tea ice cream was the fake kind and I definitely judge Japanese places by the green tea ice cream to confirm the quality of the food. The dark green, slightly bitter green tea ice cream is the best and can only be found at some Japanese restaurants (not sold in grocery stores or supermarkets anywhere). On the other hand, the sesame ice cream was quite good. This place is definitely not the best deal in the neighborhood for sushi. read more

Hasaki - Edo Mae sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - New York, New York

This place deserves 5 stars for the quality, flavor, and value of the sushi. Unfortunately I knocked off a star for the service. Staff and chefs are extremely friendly and professional, but I had a very odd experience last time I came here with my husband to enjoy the omakase chef special. It took about 20 minutes in between tastings to receive our sushi piece. In fact, we even watched our chef prepare other clients' bento boxes, while hungrily awaiting our next piece. It was torture! We complained and management was extremely compassionate and compensated us accordingly. I'll definitely return, as I had been here a couple of times and really do love the sushi, and maybe upgrade my review. To be continued... read more

People are very polite. I took my 9 year old nephew who wanted to try sushi. Waiter was cognizant enough to come back and ask if wasabi should be left on the side rather then on the sushi. Very thoughtful. Sushi was so fresh and the final finish with a nice cup of tea.....yum. read more

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Tucked away on 9th street surrounded by other Japanese restaurants, Hasaki has quality sushi that is well worth your money. We ordered sake and Chirashi. Despite the simplicity of the chirashi and sashimi, it was excellent. Fresh, quality, flavorful fish. Pricey but not ridiculous, this restaurant is a great traditional sushi spot. We also enjoyed the sake that was recommended by the waiter read more

Second time coming here and I can officially say that this might be my new favorite spot in the city. Of course you can go to the super pricey spots and find better sushi, but for the price this is really a gem. The fish is always spot on, and the service is prompt. The atmosphere is slightly more sophisticated and calm than a lot of the other similarly priced places. I love being able to get really good sushi that leaves me satisfied plus soup, tea, and tip for 50 bucks. That's a steal in New York if you like more traditional style sushi and not the spicy mayo, flying buttress, underwater caterpillar crazy rolls that you get at the cali-style places. Also, I love the Japanese toilets, even if it does malfunction sometimes. read more

Wanted to also mention they have really good lunch specials too ! for about 18-20 dollars, you get a salad, your choice of rice bowl( Eeel Don, Salmon Don, Chirashi) with a side of hot or cold soba. I really enjoy their generous portions and variety! satisfies the greedy me that can never decide what she wants. Highly recommended in the East Village area :) read more

High quality sashimi, beautifully presented entrees, and excellent customer service are what comes to mind when dining at Hasaki. I've been here on a couple of weekend lunches and the experience has always been pleasant. I highly recommend their Afternoon Plate or the Cha-Soba Set, which comes with their red miso soup. Food: Authentic Japanese (never been to Japan, so what do I know about authentic. But I'm going to claim it's authentic) Ambiance: Intimate but casual read more

Hasaki - Cha-Soba Set with Chirashi - Sushi Bars Near Me - New York, New York

Nothing stood out but nothing was bad. It was busy because it's situated prettily in the caddy corner of st marks sq. Cute revolving spot, I'm not sure this is good for a date or a meeting. Maybe when everywhere else is closed or it's a summer holiday when everyone is away, it would be a chill spot to relax but it's just not worth the wait for ok food. Sorta goes to show it's not quality nor quantity when it comes to supply and demand- it's location, location, location. read more

Hasaki - Ok sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - New York, New York

The sushi here is ok--nothing special. Portions are on the small side given the price, so don't go here if you're hungry! There's a wait, but the line is never too long. The decor inside is average, but at least the entrance is interesting. There are plenty of other sushi places in the area just a few steps away! read more

What do you do when you craving for a good sushi but doens't feel like to spend lots of money on food? I go to Hasaki. Seriously, they got their omakase price for $38 for lunch, $48 for dinner. Despite the fact that I never like their special(or weird) taste of miso soup, I always love to have a meal from this place as they do serve a good quality of sushi. I am sure that it wouldn't be too much to say that this could be one of the best value sushi in Manhattan. Itamae exactly knows what he's doing. Their stuff is not super fresh compare to other places who demands over $100/$150 for omakase yet still good enough to be called as fresh. And Itamae likes to apply yuzu-citrus flavors on some of pieces to give little it little acidity and refreshing taste on the piece of fish which could be little fishy in general. I would call it very good technique as most of pieces become very enjoyable. They know how to treat, and enhance their ingredient to explode its potential to maximum. This is most part that I love about them as I see many effort they are trying to put on each piece. You get one by one piece when you sat on sushi bar and each piece made with those highly trained skill. Always enjoying their omakase and will continue to do so. read more

Very nice lunch after a day of shopping in SoHo/Nolita. Had all the key items for a well rounded lunch full of raw, grilled and fried dishes. read more

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Lunch review This little fancy spot is LES is well worth it's value in gold - for lunch time, that is. A staircase leads you down to a clean contemporary environment to enjoy great food and service. Afternoon plate ($21) Sushi or sashimi, grilled fish, tempura, and more. I believe it was 5 or 6 pieces of delicious sushi albeit on the smaller side, and a wonderful assortment of food. It's great for people who only want a few bites of a variety of things. The tempura was a concern for me, since I have shellfish allergies. They were able to accommodate it well, by serving just veggies and frying it in separate oil from shrimp. Overall, this is an awesome spot - food, service, ambience and prices - if you can hit it up during lunch time! read more

Lunch special sets are so worth. Best. tempura. ever. Sushi deluxe set filled me up to the brink. If only I was rich, Id go there every day... read more

Hasaki - Sushi Bars Near Me - New York, New York

Hasaki is one of our old times favorite and still is. The food is very good in general with the occasional ups and downs . We will always go back no matter what the circumstances but a few things need to be addressed. With the coronavirus obviously things are not the same anywhere, however the place is lacking the ambiance and settings of a somewhat expensive dinning. It seems to be neglected . This is a constructive comment and by no means a criticism. We will always enjoy our dinners at Hasaki read more

This is a small token Japanese place in the east village. It is very authentic in terms of the menu and sushi. Very simple, yet offers really fresh and quality fish. This lace has simple decor and is not very ideal for large parties, but is nice to come here with family, friends, or a date. I came here for lunch last Saturday and although it wasn't too crowded when we were seating, more and more people came and were waiting at the door as the afternoon came along. The service wasn't particularly fast, so if you're looking for a grab n go, this isn't the place. The sushi was really delicious--we got the sushi and sashimi sample, which had a good variety of fish. I would recommend two of these for about three people, because it may not be enough for one person. We also got the seaweed salad which is a must get. It isn't your typical seaweed salad which is very slimy and marinated. It was all different types of seaweed ina variety of colors with a yummy mustard-like sauce on the side. The seaweed had the perfect texture--it was firm yet also crunchy and chewy at the same time. Also, it didn't get into my teeth like the typical seaweed salad. Another must-get item is the eel roll. It is marinated eel and avocado rolled in cucumber. The eel is so flavorful and the cool fresh cucumber complements the umami that you get from the fish. A very well balanced dish that is explosive with flavor and texture. Also get the masago--so flavorful as well! I really enjoyed the food in this restaurant and believe that it's one if the few authentic places in New York. It's a simple no frills type that you go for a great meal. Will definitely be coming back. read more

Hasaki - Sushi platter - Sushi Bars Near Me - New York, New York

Excellent Omakase selection by Sushi chef. I really enjoyed the tuna maki. The fish was super fresh. The only thing not amazing was the miso soup, too salty. Get the salad instead, the ginger dressing is very good. Great table service. read more

Hasaki - Sushi/ Sashimi Omakase. - Sushi Bars Near Me - New York, New York

Passed by this place tens of times and never noticed it; this time I saw the charming crowded basement bar. The place is small crowded in a very charming way, eating at the bar is a great experience. The food was bit pricy nonetheless was great. The service was very friendly and good. Overall a good experience read more

Hasaki - At the bar :) - Sushi Bars Near Me - New York, New York

First time here and last time !!!!!! Had OMAKASE lunch everything was worst I ordered uni from JAPAN but the taste was sucks its like uni from Maine. PS.JUST SILVER FISH FOR OMAKASE LUNCH!!!!!!!!! read more

Hasaki - Paid this amount for nothing.! - Sushi Bars Near Me - New York, New York

I thoroughly enjoyed my food! While it is a little more pricey than some other places you can go, it has good quality. I had the grilled tuna, and the meat was just perfect! BF had the blowfish, which was so sweat! Also it came with some young gingko beans, which I never had young (they were green!). We also had a grilled banana with ice cream and we chose the sesame ice cream. A very good sesame ice cream with a roughly ground up sesame, so it had a good texture and flavor! I may come back again, but maybe when I am feeling more rich or when I am feeling like eating sushi. Sake is strong. read more

Hasaki - Tuna and blow fish - Sushi Bars Near Me - New York, New York

Dinner on Japanese row oh where oh where do we go? Hasaki merrily we go. This quaint restaurant in the East Village with wood interior to lend the air of entering a world of tami mats and shoji screens. The hot towel to clean. The service polite and quick. The food sushi & sashimi platter was good. Not too much rice and enough fish on top. The Chirashi bowl had a good selection of fish and usual assortment that comes with it. Hasaki lends itself to the neighbor showcasing quality sushi. read more

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I'd give it 2.5 starts. Food was just Ok nothing special about it. Sashimi and sushi wasn't fresh enough for some reason. For the amount of price that I'm paying for, I would pick some other restaurant and would never come back. Overpriced. read more

Hasaki - $25 - Sushi Bars Near Me - New York, New York

Quality fish, new menu.... but plan to get a slice of pizza after. Longtime customers, we ordered usual sake and sushi. It was delivered in short order - minus the complimentary miso soup and salad which have been discontinued. Server did not mention this - should have asked if we wanted soup or salad, especially if it is not going to be delivered as per gracious Hasaki tradition of 20+ years. The pieces of fish are also quite a bit smaller. And the price went up. Maybe this is why it was somewhat empty during dinner hours. I was always willing to pay steeply for the higher quality fish (we have another choice for 'everyday' sushi) the extras made it feel like a complete dining experience. read more

We were looking for a place in the area to eat when we came across this classy restaurant. I knew it would be relatively expensive going in but didn't realize exactly what we would get for the descriptions noted in the menu. My partner chose a three fish feast listed in the entree section - while the price suggested it could be three whole fish or at a more expensive price point three nice small cuts, we didn't expect a "feast" or "entree" to consist of three slices no larger than a knuckle each. I think 98% of what we ate was rice to fill us up. I'm used to small plates as long as they're described as tapas or slices or something that implies what you are getting is meager. Perhaps the quality of the fish was much higher that usual, but compared to a regular $15 sushi platter at a regular sushi restaurant we didn't taste anything undeniably superb. Also if you're going to try wagyu sushi or whatnot, do yourself a favor and head down to industry city to the Japan Village's meat section. You can buy some fabulous (and still expensive) cuts there but it will be well worth your dollar bills if you have someone who can do a very quick cook plus a drop of salt on it. Cheers! read more

The lunch special here is pretty bomb. Now that I live downtown, this is my new favorite casual sushi joint. High quality food, and it's always easy to get a seat here. read more

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Many people say they dream of food but they mean that figuratively. Not me. I've dreamt of tables awaiting me with every conceivable flavor cupcake, and huge platters of clams, fried so their plump bellies burst all liquid in my mouth. Not being Jiro, I have never dreamt of sushi. Might I now, I wonder, after my last visit here? Hasaki's a place I've dined at, many years ago. Somehow, I never had the luck to get in when I was with my bestie ,no matter the few times we tried. The lines were always too long and we didn't want to wait. But some days, the keys in the universe just open the doors. So there we were, one mellow winter night. You could be in a surreal dream when you enter. The pale woodwork by the sushi bar, where the chefs work, is just beautiful, flowing cross- sections of a tree against a blue background, gives you the impression of sea and sand. There's a tranquil simplicity to the wooden tables and chairs, though the feel is more elegant than rustic. I honestly don't remember if the décor has changed but now, it's a pretty place to dine in, and clean and soothing. Even the cork covered menu is a visual and tactile pleasure. And the sushi? Each piece of the Sushi Dinner for Two we had was exquisite. Each fish had its own sweet taste, subtle, and different. The texture of the fish revealed their freshness, each piece like creamy butter, tender or even succulent, as the shrimp were. Even the three rolls, tuna, yellowtail and spicy tuna, were made with good quality fish, not like the odd pieces and lower grade fish cleverly masked in some spicy tuna rolls by the spicy sauce. My friend remarked that even the cod roe sushi was so fresh there wasn't the merest hint of fishiness in the orange bubbles. That was true of the yellowtail here, the reason its usually my least favorite type of fish. The sushi rice was perfect too, not too hard, not too soft. These aren't monster pieces of sushi but sized just right, to be eaten with one bite. The green salad that comes with the entrée is a nice size and tasty. I had chosen the miso soup. A darker miso than the soups I've had in other places, it was rich with an interesting depth of flavor. Note that if you get the Sushi Dinner for Two, you do get a choice of an extra roll, though if you pick one of the more expensive ones, there is a surcharge. This isn't the cheapest sushi, but it is top notch sushi. Prices have gone up over the years, but you would expect that with most places. I wonder if some clients have been lost to cheaper sushi spots, as they are in the East Village. I'm grateful Hasaki has done well to flourish over many years, and hope they continue. Service here is what you would expect from a quality Japanese restaurant, gracious and efficient. With excellent sushi and great staff, you can understand why the place was always packed. Even the green tea they serve is a better quality. If there's a line and you can wait, do. If like me, you've lost your patience for long lines, try to come during a quiet time, like around the holidays, when many New Yorkers have gone. You might leave dreaming of sushi until you return. read more

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A fixture of the East Village and one of the best sushi experiences in the city. I prefer the more traditional Edomae-style sushi for which it is hard to beat Hasaki. I have tried a number of seasonal specialities here that are not available at many other sushi establishments. The ambience is calm and inviting, clean and unpretentious. Highly recommend. read more

Love the setting the environment and the way the bar is laid out right in front of the table area. Sushi is of good quality overall but rice could be warmer. Tuna is good, while fatty tuna roll is very average. Sushi for 2 is a suitable dinner plate for 2 people, portion is just right. read more

Hasaki - Hasaki Sushi for two -High quality tuna and yellow tail -low quality fatty tuna - Sushi Bars Near Me - New York, New York

Before pandemic this was a favorite but they have definitely taken advantage of the general price increase we have seen happening and went a bit overboard. And with that I cannot say the quality has gone up. We paid $300 and left unsatisfied. read more

The personable and professional service compensated for the fact after ordering a $60 sashimi plate left me hungry and disappointed. I understand quality over quantity factor ,rent and general business expenses to run a restaurant ,but one has to find that balance.... read more

I went for dinner long ago. Sushi was not bad. But I waited for the table for a long time. I recommend making a reservation. The man 's server attitude was bad, so I didn't feel good. read more

Hasaki - Sushi Bars Near Me - New York, New York

Great sushi and sashimi! Ordered the chef's sashimi special at the sushi bar and was not disappointed. Staff was friendly, and offered to try the shrimp that came out which came out perfectly crispy and delicious. Also tried the clam miso which was nice and tasty. Prices are more than reasonable, especially for the area, and the place is very unpretentious. read more

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Ordered the Sea Urcihin Plate for 30 dollars and the Sashimi Chirashi for 35. There were three variety of Unis: Hokkaido, California, and Main. The Hokkaido had the perfect blend of creaminess, texture and seafood flavor, the California's texture was softer and packed with flavor and the Maine had the most texture and had a very mild flavor. This is a sharable plate for tasting between two. The Sashimi Chirashi had more variety of fish but less amounts of it. The rice tasted a bit different and was clarified to use the use of red vinegar to give it a slightly different flavor. I think for the price, I would have liked to see a bit more sashimi otherwise the good was good. Service was fantastic. read more

Wonderful and authentic Japanese cuisine in an unassuming basement in the East Village. I love the simple wooden decor and no frills ambiance that is minimal yet classy and clean. The food is allowed to shine. Sushi so fresh that it melts in your mouth. Highly highly recommend! Prices are fair for the quality, though it is pricey, you really get what you pay for. Delish! read more

Fresh and amazing sushi, savory miso soup, and lovely ambience, this is a great spot for those looking for a special night out. read more

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Very traditional sushi restaurant. Fish is good but rolls are on the smaller side. Would recommend!

Hasaki used to be my go-to Japanese lunch spot as of last week. It's subdued ambiance & affordable price made it recommendation worthy, but with the recent menu change (i.e. mourning the loss of the Afternoon Plate) the quality & affordability has taken a hit. Lunch specials for 2 going from ~$40 to ~$80 is pretty astounding. I would be ok with that price jump if the quality of the ingredients had increased, but it surprisingly decreased. Sad to have to find a new Japanese joint to haunt. read more

They have the best sushi & sashimi in town! It was very fresh and seasoned just appropriately. As the quality and the service they offer, it wasn't very expensive. read more

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