Came here on a Friday night and had some of the best sushi I have ever had! It's more of a takeout…read morespot but there are a few seats inside and some tables outside. We got the nigiri deluxe, maki box, wagyu nigiri (incredible) and yellowtail jalapeño appetizer and everything was incredible. The texture of the sushi is buttery and so incredibly fresh. The service was super quick and they give free sake! Truly some of the best sushi I have ever had and will absolutely come back!

We were in the area and was debating between 2 sushi places to try. We ended up ordering 2 Nigiri…read moreDeluxe ($35 each) for takeout from Oyshi Sushi. The restaurant is quite small, with one table that seats 4, and seating at the window. There are 2 small tables outside, as well. Be careful when you go inside because there is a step after you open the door. Packaging was convenient with the handle around the sushi box. Overall, the fish was mediocre considering the price. Some pieces were soft while others were very stringy and chewy. I am not one to dip sashimi in soy sauce because I like to just enjoy the natural flavor of raw fish with a little wasabi. However, since the fish was a bit fishy, I needed a little soy sauce to mask the taste. The wasabi was also on the mild side, so I added more than I usually would. I would have rated this place a 3/5, if I did not find a hair sitting on top of the ginger...

Haven't been back to amura in a while and sadly not impressed as I was in the past…read more It was completely empty weekend afternoon. Ordered lunch specials which were actually a good deal and reasonable. And also got the omakase sushi, which left little to be desired. Overall not what I remembered. Will skip going forward.

Great service, but not great expensive tiny food portions and really really loud patrons. Mushy…read morerice, old vegetables, fryer tasting food. Both of us ended up leaving after eating and ordering full double burgers AFTER we had an entire lunch there. Oh and FYI there hamachi kami is DEEP FRIED and tastes like fryer; the multigrain rice was WAY mushy and overcooked. (I should have sent this back. Ridiculous.) Also the lettuce and lime it was served over was brown-- ugh. See pic.

If you live in the UES and haven't gone here, what are you doing? This place has amazing sushi…read moredeals - we got 7 rolls for less than $30. Cash only. Ideally you call in ahead so you can just pick up (there's no seating). It's a family owned small business, no frills. You come here for good value sushi and maybe a bottled drink. Our favorite roll was the raw shrimp and avocado roll. Can you believe all this was under $30? In this economy?? For two people, we were stuffed and had leftovers for dinner.

This is the Torch sushi It is $43 and comes with nine pieces of nigiri, 3 salmon, 3 tuna and 3…read moreyellowtail and they're all torched. no roll and no miso soup/salad. So nice large pieces of nigiri, good quality fish, wasn't toro but still good quality and nice warm well seasoned rice. With that said, it feels like it costs a bit too much for what it is. If this came with a spicy tuna roll or even an mis soup I'd feel a bit better about forking over $43 for it. With that said, if you like torched sushi, this will scratch an itch you just might want to get something else and that could make this costly.

Food: 4.6/5 Service: 4.7/5…read moreAmbiance: 4.3/5 Value: 4.2/5 Omakase in NYC is ubiquitous now, but the high end sushi places are about as unaffordable as I've ever seen. Noz Market fits an ever diminishing niche of good quality sushi and ambiance at a somewhat decent price point. I got the $155 option which was enough to feel full. The Chase Sapphire Reserve dining credit is applicable here, which is very helpful. The service was really good. I noticed that crumbs were dealt with expeditiously and my ice water never went empty. The tuna egg yolk appetizer was decent. The ten pieces of nigiri were as follows: 1. Scallop 2. Squid 3. Golden eye snapper: kinmedai 4. Horse mackerel: aji 5. Japanese bonito: katsuo 6. Rock shrimp 7. Yellowtail: buri (Note: I've never seen this, usually see Hamachi which is less mature) 8. Bluefin Tuna: akami 9. Chu toro 10. Oh toro The uni course was Hokkaido uni. Not as unctuous as Santa Barbara, but still good. The toro taku hand roll was a good size. It was toro with pickled yellow radish. The miso soup was very savory. I feel like there was some faint mushroom taste. I ordered two supplemental prices. Sea bream (Madai) and Knife jaw (Ishidai). They taste similar but I like the texture of the latter a bit more. I'd never had this before. Hojicha green tea. Strawberry cheesecake was delicious; however, diners this night did not get matcha Mont Blanc like others wrote about, which was a slight bummer.

My friends and I decided to check this place out for dinner. It is actually right next to Sushi Noz…read more- the place itself is super bright with sushi counter seating and in the back there is two tables. They offered two different option a $90 course option and a $155 course option and you choose which one you want when you first make the reservation. Highly recommend making a reservation when you come here because it did fill up on a Monday evening. The sushi chef was very professional but did not really chat with us - he made each piece and then told us what each piece was and that was pretty much the extent of the conversation. The quality of the fish was really good and the rice was nice and warm. They offer you extra items that you can order at the end and I highly recommend getting a toro or crab handroll at the end because they were both delicious. For the $155 option it does come with a Matcha Monte Blanc as a dessert which was pretty yummy and it was a nice touch since not all omakase places come with a dessert at the end. Everyone was very friendly and professional here and I do recommend checking this place out. It did not feel like they were rushing you out the door!

I typically don't review places, but Sushi Spot deserves one. We live in the UES, and have tried a…read morefew sushi spots around the area; most have been a bust. We saw the high, positive reviews here and decided to give it a shot. Needless to say, the sushi was amazing and the prices extremely reasonable. We had spicy shrimp, salmon, and California rolls. All really good. We also tried their veggie roll--delicious. Only drawback is that it's a cash only joint. But, living in New York, that's normal. I'd highly recommend; this is now our go-to spot in the UES.

This place is such a gem! Cash only but they're quick, fresh and affordable. I was a bit skeptical…read moreat first but a friend recommended it and I really enjoyed it!

Sushi by M is an omakase with multiple locations in Manhattan and overall a satisfying meal and…read moregood value for the cost. You have two options - $69 for 12 courses and $100 for 16 courses. Chefs are distributed evenly for parties allowing for a fairly intimate setting but with efficient service. The restaurant had multiple areas set up as such. The omakase serves many typical offerings starting off with hamachi, kanpachi, shima aji, and kinmedai. They do clearly ask about rice and wasabi preference in size throughout the dinner which is quite considerate. Drink menu was fine with a number of sake options including the chefs sharing glasses throughout the meal! The fish tasted good and fresh, rice was fine though nothing memorable. Middle courses had uni, ikura and snow crab - good courses and filling. Finally we ended with the premium courses - toro caviar and a5 Wagyu with uni. I would've preferred the toro/wagyu alone and is just my personal preference that the gourmet add ons don't enhance the piece for me. Otherwise they were very good. You then have the option to order additional courses including extras off the menu. Overall sushi by m is an excellent value for the omakase course and quality of fish. The dining experience is quite hospitable towards each party and chefs are quite engaging. I would definitely recommend for casual omakase experiences!

With so many omakase spots in New York, choosing the right one can feel overwhelming. For me, the…read moretwo most important factors are ingredient quality and the counter experience, especially the interaction with the chef. Because this restaurant is conveniently located near me, I decided to give it a try. The restaurant has two sushi counters, one larger and one smaller. I was seated at the smaller counter by the window. The staff was welcoming and friendly. There are two menu options, 12-course at $69 and 15-course with appetizers at $100. After asking the staff to explain the difference, I chose the 15-course option. It was a pleasant surprise to find that the chef at the counter was the owner, M. He was approachable, and we had a great conversation about his experience and the business. Clearly a hardworking and passionate chef. As for the sushi, the fish was fresh, well selected, and nicely cut. The rice, however, was a bit loose and occasionally did not hold together. Some of the sauces were slightly overpowering, which affected the balance of a few pieces. Overall, it was a solid experience with genuinely warm and attentive service. One suggestion would be to reconsider the background music. The current U.S. pop playlist feels disconnected from the ambiance of a sushi counter, and a more thoughtfully curated selection could elevate the overall experience.

Their sushi deluxe. With ponzu, it came to $41 delivered, which is honestly a great value…read more Now, I've got mixed feelings here. You're really only getting four types of fish -- salmon, tuna, white tuna, and yellowtail. Roll options are tuna, salmon, or the obligatory sad California roll (I went with salmon). It also comes with miso soup and one of those throwaway salads -- all iceberg with a stray cucumber and tomato. But here's the thing: the fish is fresh (look at the shine on that salmon), and the pieces are big for the price. This is a blue-collar sushi deluxe. It's not glamorous, but it's reliable. If I had to put it another way -- this is the woman you marry because she's steady, safe, and will never blindside you with drama. Not the flashiest, but you know what you're getting every time. Overall, Sushi Para gets a solid B from me. Fresh, fair, and filling. For the full breakdown, check out The Raw Report on TikTok

Had take out. Sushi, sashimi and seaweed salad were all below par. Some pieces of sashimi were…read morestill partially frozen. Would not try again.

The food was absolutely amazing--everything tasted incredibly fresh and well-prepared. The sushi…read morewas top quality, with great flavor and presentation, and you can really tell they take pride in what they serve. The service was also smooth and attentive without being overbearing, which made the whole experience even better. It's the kind of place where you can just relax and enjoy a great meal. I'll definitely be coming back and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for excellent sushi.

Great sushi spot in the UES…read more It was packed on a Friday night, and exceeded expectations. I will definitely be back as it was easy to get to from midtown east. Highly recommend the crispy rice and getting a side of spicy mayo.

Why has it taken be 2 years to come to Sushi Goda?! Absolutely unacceptable! I finally made it here…read morefor weekend brunch, which is an absolute treat and very fresh! We got the brunch omakase and the maki rolls special, both were so fresh and delicious! Also got a yakisoba noodles for kids (I was pleasantly surprised to see there was also a kids menu! For $22 a kid under 12 can get noodles, katsu dish). The service was also very pleasant! They had 2 TVs on by the bar area where we were sitting, and there were severals kids and they were all laughing and giggling because they had on a warrior obstacle course competition show. It was really cute! Restaurant was quiet, only a few tables. I hope they continue to get good business, I know I will absolutely be back very soon! Brunch is an absolutely great deal too!

We were looking for something light to eat after a fencing class on the Upper East Side. Sushi Goda…read moreis absolutely breathtaking, with a theme park-like entry with LED lights and a giant screen that depicts aquarium scenes - sharks, dolphins, divers. At first glance, it almost looks like a real tank. The menu was extensive, albeit pricey. We made the mistake of not sitting at the bar for the Happy Hour specials, but it was kind of crowded. Instead we got seated. We shared calamari and a California roll, and my husband had tuna sashimi. I had a miso soup and the Wagyu fried rice. I'd give this place 6 stars if I could for the ambiance and wow factor. But what was disappointing was the Wagyu fried rice had almost microscopic bits of beef. I guess I should have expected that for only $16. Calamari was excellent. So was the soup. California rolls were okay. In total our bill was $164 which seemed like a lot considering we didn't even leave stuffed - just comfortable. I get that we were paying for the location and scenery - if we ever go back we will sit at the bar and do the happy hour deals. In all - upscale, cozy and high quality. I'm sure it attracts a lot of locals. But I'd rather go to one of the many great sushi places in Hell's Kitchen for more food, less money.

Update: After posting my review, I received a prompt message from the manager, YunTang. He followed…read moreup and let us know that he spoke with his cashier and packing staff, and that this issue should not happen again. I appreciate the quick response and attention. I am raising my rating to five stars because of the quality of the food, which is very good, and the three stars was simply because the issue was about the amount of condiments provided. Hopefully this will be resolved going forward. Thank you, YunTang.

Great and casual spot for delicious asian fusion food. Ping and Weni were super friendly and…read moreprovided some suggestions on what is popular to order. My favorites were the crispy rice volcano with spicy tuna and spicy salmon tartar and the upper east side roll. Generous portions and fresh. My least favorites were the salmon tuna rollover roll and the citrus salmon carpaccio, it was a little dry. The chilean sea bass with black bean sauce was good, but I could have had the sauce on the side, it was a bit much. For dessert, the raspberry mousse cake was very tasty. Overall, good spot to check out for reasonable eats.