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    Kinjo

    4.8 (29 reviews)
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    Bonnie G.

    Solid omakase. Some unusual omakase dishes like monkfish liver, curry-infused ebi, and even duck, which I wasn't such a fan of. But anything simple nigiri was fresh and good. Our sushi chef Gary was so kind and made delicious uni nigiri, king salmon, zuke with a mashed-pear topping, and toro scallion hand rolls. He was generous too, replacing my duck with the hand roll without even asking if he could. The omakase is $85 each which is a better price than most, but the catch is that you don't feel totally full at the end, so with three nigiri add-ons, we paid over $300, which was way more than it was worth. The location by the water and the atmosphere feels intimate, earthy, and casual. Loved the refreshing maple-miso chocolate pana cotta. Not rushing back, but glad I tried it.

    Anjali B.

    Kinjo just recently opened in DUMBO with great location and even better food! The service was great and so was the vibe of the restaurant, it was very intimate but still a semi-open space. We had the winter tasting menu and everything was amazing. The otoro and duck specifically stuck out to me. The only thing I didn't love was the uni, but that is just personal preference. And even the way they served it on warm rice made it more appealing than uni usually is to me. The sushi chef is plating right behind the counter in front of you making the experience even more interactive and enjoyable. I think this spot will be a big success and I would recommend and hope to return.

    Come over and find out great drink

    Definitely awesome place to hangout and eat food is delicious and the service is great.

    John K.

    Wow. Just. Wow. Spectacular display, service, and vibe set at Kinjo's Omakase counter. The dimly lit, neatly kept venue, help you keep your eyes on the prize, that being a stunning assortment of top-tier omakase options and a magical cocktail list. With a 95$ pp omakase experience, for my money, well worth it. Take a stroll down and get some of the best fish in DUMBO.

    So one of my best frieds decided to surprise his wife with an outing to Kinjo. The guests other than the guest of honor arrived little early, we sat in the lounge area and conversed for a while. It was nice ambiance. We finally were taken to the sushi bar and finally began the Kinjo experience. We were served in linear fashsion, eight amazing dishes starting with the Smoked King Salmon. Now I wanted to review this place and I also wanted to enjoy the meal and interact with everyone. We sometimes forget to immerse ourselves in the experience unfolding in front of us. The conversations, the smells, the movement of the chef preparing and plating the meal and enjoying the presentation.. Its an experince that happens once and no type of recording will bring that memeory back. Which leads into my next point. I took some pictures but enjoyed the meal even more. I dont have as many pictures of all the platings we were graciously served. But I did want to highlight the amazing experience we had. Also as the night drew darker, the lounge took on a sureal appearance. The night lighting came on, the lounge began to fill up and the place became very lively. The next time I visit, I will come out of the experience with more photos to share.

    Victoria L.

    Wonderful atmosphere. Bomb playlist. Kind staff. Unpretentious. Excellent sushi. No need for fluff and stuff. Visit for a drink, make a reservation for the food, stay after for the vibes.

    Angela Y.

    We thought we made a res for the omakase but it was actually only for the cocktail hour, so we only got the try to apps. Will come back for the omakase! The selection of apps was limited, but everything was very tasty. Our favorites were the fish dishes, which were very high quality. At the price point however, I do feel like some of the dishes felt like they were just lacking a little oomph, the tuna in the donburi could've used a bit more soy sauce, the yakisoba could've used a bit more acid or salt. We ended up spending $150 for 5 dishes and 1 drinks.

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    Chana P.

    The bartender Grace tooked care of me so nicely and made me feel like at home. Everything was high quality there and the manager looked on point too. Very nice place come and check it out. Kevin also was amazing genuinely caring.

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    Melkys V.

    Such a great place! It was very good omakase, probably the best I have had in a while. The menu was made carefully, it felt very intentional which was a nice experience - the place is clean and tidy. Now the drinks, those were SO good too! There is an area outside of the omakase room in which you can just sip on a drink with friends. We had a few and they were all so good, will definitely be back for them! And omakase for special occasions. Everyone was very attentive and nice. 100% recommend.

    Annette L.

    Simply amazing. Outstanding food. Perfect place for a nice date night or to catch up with a friend. LOVE!! and i will DEFINITELY be coming back

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    Excellent!!! Everything was great, top to bottom. Highly recommend. Nice atmosphere, great food, friendly service.

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    Absolutely incredible. Great service. Beautiful ambiance. Food is excellent!! Will definitely return

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    4.5
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    I've been trying to go to Sunken Harbor for over a year now. I don't know how it's possible but…read moredespite being local it always seems to have a private event whenever we have plans to go. The stars finally aligned this winter and I had the opportunity to try it out. The vibes are perfect. Fog and bubbles, sea noises and all of the art go together seemlessly. Drinks were great. We had three and left suitably sloshed for the night with no aftereffects. We didn't have too many bites but the food was very good for a bar. I'm excited to go back and I hope we have just as much luck getting in next time.

    This is a "speakeasy" above Gage and Tollner. An undersea Tiki style adventure with a sexy mermaid…read moreheading up the bar. Nautical theme throughout with weathered leather, ropes, fish. Cocktails are made with various types of rum and ingredients like grapefruit, maraschino, wormwood amaro, falernum, thyme, Assam tea, spiced lime, allspice, coconut, cucumber, nutmeg, sour orange. All the drinks keep with the tropical, fruity taste with a hint of spice. They are also broken up into categories (dry land = no alcohol, shallows = average amount of alcohol, and abyss (larger amounts of alcohol). The abyss section has some cocktails that are limited to two per customer. They have some bar bites like fried green tomatoes, shrimp toast, broiled oysters, ricotta, dumplings, sliders. I had the French fries with kimchi ranch, which were underwhelming. Bartenders were cool and kept the drinks coming. I got in immediately without an issue or a wait, but it was right after a snowstorm. I've seen some people struggle to get in or have a long wait.

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    Dear Strangers

    4.3
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    2.0 mi

    Dear Strangers is a wonderful hidden gem! We celebrated Valentine's Day there last night and while…read morethe restaurant was incredibly busy, we never felt overlooked or underserved. The owners were milling around making sure everyone was well taken care of and the wait staff were kind and personable. Now the food...AMAZING!!! Every bite we took was wonderful and so surprising with creative combinations and gorgeously presented. The restaurant itself was hip and refined and seemed to be the happening spot of the night. We will certainly be back!

    Met up with friends here for dinner before a show near Washington square. It wasn't super crowded…read morewhen we arrived around 6pm (maybe due to the extreme cold that day) but started filling up gradually. I loved the ambiance and decor, very cozy. As for food, there were some true hits but most of the food was good but basic. The highlights for me were the wild mushrooms & rice cakes as well as the Caesar salad - loved the use of nori in the salad and would definitely come back for the mushrooms. The chicken cutlet and chicken dumplings were fine but I probably wouldn't order them again. The wait staff weren't super attentive nor super warm, but they were efficient when we asked for water refills, etc. There was ample standing room at the bar while we waited for our friends, but the table/booth that we sat at was super narrow, I was knocking knees with my friend all night and generally felt squished.

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    Attaboy

    Attaboy

    4.1
    (874 reviews)
    1.0 mi
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    Have I found a new favorite bar?! I've heard nothing but good things about this place, and it still…read moreexceeded my expectations. The vibe is super chill, fun, and welcoming. The concept is simple: tell the bartenders what type of liquor and flavors you enjoy, and they create a custom cocktail just for you. I think it helps to go in with a few ideas, but if you give them some creative freedom, they can really surprise you. I honestly cannot remember all the ingredients in my drinks, but I do remember loving every sip. Such a unique spot and a fun experience. Definitely small inside so you may have to wait awhile. I only wish I lived closer!

    Attaboy has my heart and soul, especially after crafting, curating and creating my dream drink that…read morewill live forever in the memory of my taste buds unable to be erased from my brain's footprints. Our friends raved about this place and we of course were excited (and a bit skeptical at first) to try it. The concept: no menu + no lights + a few questions = the ultimate cocktail experience. The speakeasy vibe and the dark ambiance really makes this place feel even more exclusive. With just a few tables and the bar setting, you're in for an experience you won't forget (unless you answer the wrong questions and really end up with a drink you don't like HA). This wasn't my case. Of course I described my two favorite things: Negroni + mezcal. The obvious answer would be a mezcal Negroni, but that's not why one comes to a place like Attaboy. Our amazing curator came by to ask us all a few questions, write down a few words in the napkins, and mix up the perfect drink that our master bartender crafts, curates and creates. My drink came as I couldn't possibly imagine. It looked like a Negroni smelled like Oaxaca, with all the smoke simmering up and preparing my sensory experience, leading to the best first sip. Ladies and gentleman, I introduce you to The Devil's Backbone. A perfectly balanced drink I'll never forget, one that is sipped slowly and enjoyed thoroughly. It's sexy, it's smoky it's sipped. Attaboy gave the best mixology experience and we can't wait to be back. Pro tip: be sure to be as vocal as possible, even with ice, so you don't end up with a tiki drink if that's not your vibe.

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    Apotheke

    Apotheke

    3.8
    (1.6k reviews)
    0.9 mi
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    Apotheke was one of my first experiences with a hidden speakeasy a number of years ago, and it…read morestill remains the OG in my vast encyclopedia of experiences. :) Strolling down Chinatown's busy and gritty Doyers Street, looking for any sign of Apotheke is a fond memory, then finally figuring out where it was, and entering through the mysterious and otherworldly threshold resulted a transformative experience that made me feel like I time traveled. Mood lighting, comfortable seating, great drinks in a cozy and Victorian-inspired space are the perfect blend of unique and. I always felt like I was part of something special the few times enjoyed creative, delicious, and strong libations from the pros at the bar. While it has always been pricey, I do feel like the excellent service ambiance, and drink quality warrant this, but may prevent more folks from becoming regulars so to speak. I love the clever and compact bathroom design, too. IYKYK Long live Apotheke!

    Fifteen years later and Apotheke is still one of my favorites!…read more You will walk past this hidden speakeasy several times before finding it. I could tell you to look for the blue beaker sign that says "Chemist" but the better tell is the random guy sitting on a stool outside. He'll be the only person on the street, so no worries about missing him! The menu has changed over the years, but the quality has not. The bartenders are social and personable. And the prices are in line for the area. My bestie and I loved the vibe. One of the best speakeasies she's had the pleasure of experiencing. Don't miss out on this place!

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    Kinjo - sushi - Updated June 2026

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