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    Soba
    Elizabeth H.

    TLDR: What an incredibly special meal, restaurant, chef and staff. We had a wonderful time here and are now on a Kaiseki kick through NYC! Highly recommend Kappo Sono for a once in a lifetime experience in the heart of Union Square. SETTING: Got a res here for a Wednesday night at 6:30pm. It is on the 6th floor of a non-descript office building, but once you are welcomed inside, you are transported to a tranquil, quiet, beautiful space with floor to ceiling windows/a lovely outdoor patio. The restaurant itself is just a long counter where you can see the master at work. Behind him are the soaring windows that show a great view. Lots of natural wood and accents - just a special space and unlike any I've been in before. FOOD: We met a lovely couple who had followed Chef Sono from his restaurant in the East Village to Kappo Sono. When you have a dedicated following like that, you know you are in for a treat. And It is clear that the Chef prepares every dish with care, precision and skill. Every dish is artfully presented and beautifully prepared. My favorites were the eel which was perfectly cooked and full of flavor, as well as many of the other small plates which were surprising and delightful! SETTING: Beautiful restaurant, minimal style but great for a special occasion or even not! SERVICE: the somm was excellent - very friendly and great hospitality. We had great service here and zero complaints. VERDICT: If you're looking for authentic, delicious Kaiseki, Kappo Sono is the place to be.

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    Exciting time in NYC if you love kaiseki. So many great kaiseki restaurants in NYC now. Kaiseki is, for me, one of the highest form of cuisine, showcasing the perfect balance of flavors, texture and presentation. I was first introduced to kaiseki when I visited Japan many years ago, and it's been my favorite type of cuisine to this day. Chef Chikara Sono san is a master of this art form, receiving a Michelin star at Kyo Ya and Kappo Sono (previously in the East village, which was impossible for me to secure a reservation). I was fortunate to have dined at his pop-up dinners at Hirohisa before this opening. Kudos to Beverage director Leo Lê, one of my favorite sommeliers (Uchu and Momoya Soho). Very talented sommelier who has a gift for finding hidden gems. High praise to the pastry team, as well. The mizumono is not your typical kaiseki desserts, but something you find at a high-end French restaurant. Only one seating each day. Expect a wonderful four-hour culinary experience . Wonderful service from the whole team. Highest recommendation : 10 calendars

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    Momoya

    Momoya

    4.1(893 reviews)
    0.6 miChelsea
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    I had been to Momoya on the Upper West Side before, but this was my first visit to the Chelsea…read morelocation. The atmosphere here was a bit more lively and crowded compared to the more relaxed vibe of the UWS spot. I enjoyed my meal even more this time around. I started with the beet salad, which was delicious and offered great value given the generous portion size. it featured sliced beets, arugula, goat cheese, and walnuts. I also had my eye on the hijiki soybean salad--which is a bit smaller and reportedly homemade--so I may try that next time, along with the warm mushroom salad which looked very tasty. The edamame was standard but served as a nice starter. For my main rolls, I chose the salmon avocado and the yellowtail scallion. Both were very fresh and definitely worth ordering again. The salmon avocado roll had a nice touch of sesame seeds on the rice, while the yellowtail scallion was prepared with the seaweed on the outside. My boyfriend's sushi entree looked excellent, so I am considering that or the sushi-sashimi combo for my next visit. The entrees provide a substantial amount of food, and I especially appreciate that they allow you to choose which roll comes with your meal.

    I love love LOVE this place! Always the freshest sushi, the most exquisite service. They don't…read morehound you like some other places on the area. They are always respectable, listen to your needs, help you find whatever you need. 10 out of 10 best food in the neighborhood. I always come here for the sea urchin and salmon roe/caviar - and it has yet to be beat. It's so good! One of my neighborhood favorites, I come here so often just for the combination of service, quality, and taste. My servers are usually Denise and Toshi and they are always on top of their game. I love it here! Will definitely keep coming back, just for their (excellent) service alone. Highly recommend.

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    Sanyuu West

    Sanyuu West

    4.5(161 reviews)
    0.6 miChelsea
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    The last time I was in NYC I grabbed two omakase and one Everything don from Shinn East, so figured…read morethis time I might as well try their sister restaurant, Sanyuu West! They share a takeout menu and it's super easy to order--text what you want to the phone number on the website and pickup in ~20 minutes :). You pay on a handheld and they don't ask for tip for takeout. I love this process and truly wish more sushi restaurants in LA adopt the takeout box. The only one I know of is hefty but also $200 each lol, making Sanyuu's $69 omakase and $78 Everything don, not to mention the $30 giant salmon nigiri set, A STEAL! I enjoyed most of the pieces but I will say I don't like their amaebi or uni at all. I'm not sure what kind of uni is used here but it's the type with a very strong mineral flavor & aftertaste that I don't find enjoyable. We're spoiled by easy access to live spot prawns everywhere and fresh SB uni. Despite this, I wouldn't hesitate to come back if I lived in the city.

    Came for takeout and got the Salmon Set which includes 8 huuuuge salmon nigiri for $30. You'll…read moredefinitely want to share this one. The slices aren't thin, delicate, and melt-in-your-mouth as one usually gets in a sit down; they are extra thick, and I had to really bite down on some of the pieces. The rice was nicely seasoned and was cooked well + portions are also big to match those thiccccc salmon slices. To be honest, I was getting a little nauseated after 5 pieces, haha~ They were definitely delicious but I'd probably just eat 3 or 4 pieces and share with a friend! It was easy to text the number on the website and coordinate a pickup time, and the staff was friendly when I arrived. The restaurant is a little hard to find as the windows are blinded and the sign is a piece of paper on the door.

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