I would give this place 10 stars if I could. The best sushi I have ever had, and I have tried…read moreplenty of sushi. So fresh and just melts in your mouth. Also the staff was so friendly, had such a positive attitude, and were clearly happy to serve our group. Nice vibe too. Will be going back!!

My coworker brought us to try Maki Kosaka and wow were we blown away! I am a huge fan of Temaki and…read morethis concept of having your temaki made and the diner can wrap it with nori seaweed was great. It keeps your nori crispy and the layers of filling and topping can really be marveled. I had the most popular set and it was amazing. I loved every pairing and want to try their other sets now.

It's not like I need an excuse to go to Wegmans but when I learned that Next Door by Wegmans was a…read moresushi restaurant, it became my impromptu dinner plans. The interior of the restaurant was sleek and intimate which made it the perfect backdrop while I watched my sushi being made fresh in front of me. I loved the fact that the fish for the sushi is flown in directly from the famous fish market in Japan. I had the Duck Foie Gras Terribe topped with grape jelly and Brioche Toast (no longer on the menu) and the Spicy Tuna w/ cucumber, jalapeno and spicy miso The service was prompt and the waiter was very knowledgeable about the menu.

I never thought I'd head to a grocery store for high-end sushi, but Next Door by Wegmans at Astor…read morePlace is the real deal. This isn't "supermarket sushi" by any stretch--it's a polished, full-service Japanese restaurant that can easily hold its own against some of the city's dedicated sushi spots. The Space: Sleek, moody, and tucked away on the street level of the massive Astor Place location, the restaurant feels completely removed from the surrounding grocery aisles. It's intimate and thoughtfully designed, large (artificial) trees, an open kitchen and sushi bar that bring great energy to the room. Service was attentive and professional without ever feeling intrusive. The Food: Outstanding from start to finish. I opted for the Chef's Tasting Menu, and it delivered a beautifully paced, multi-course experience that showcased both precision and creativity. Every dish felt intentional, fresh, and expertly executed. They have a full bar, I chose to have a glass shochu. Pro-Tip: Show up for their "Golden Hour" (4:00 PM - 5:00 PM). They have some great deals on small bites and cocktails that make for a perfect pre-dinner stop. Bottom line: A surprising and seriously impressive sushi experience in an unexpected location--well worth seeking out.

A very pleasant, modern atmosphere and delicious food! The service is also friendly and…read moreunderstanding) We've ordered here several times and are absolutely delighted! My favorite is the Volcano roll - it's excellent!

Its a small shop with a few tables. I went during the week right around opening so it was still…read moreempty. I ordered a few things. I got the cod roe omelet which was good the cod roe noodles also good a little small and the fried scallops. The drinks were good and dessert was enjoyable.

I need a couple more stars for this fabulous experience! Good grief! So good…read more We needed a dinner place before heading to a concert at Webster Hall, so this was a total guess (though, of course, aided by others' excellent reviews!) I had made a reservation, but I'm not sure that was entirely necessary. At 6pm, the place had plenty of tables, including street-side (it's pedestrian at this section of the EV). The lovely hostess sat us at the perfect table (her fave) - a solo 2-top nestled in an opening up front that let us be partially outside but secluded by some plantings/greenery. (Only dimmed a bit by a nearby bug-zapper!) But --- onto the most important part - THE FOOD! The menu is a bit small but seriously mighty - Korean tapas. Absolute MUST-have's: * Corn dumplings -- omg, complete decadence, Korean comfort food to die for. Perfect creamy corn maize stuffed into a plump steamed dumpling over the most flavorful sauce that's called "truffled salsa verde"- but it's nothing like Mexican salsa v! It's insanely wonderful. We ordered 2!! I still dream of this dish. * Berkshire rib - 4-hour slow-cooked pork ribs (3) in a lovely dark soy-based sauce w/ a swipe of Muhammara. Really good dishes: * Noodles: yummy noodles in a super light peppery sauce w/ celery & slivers of green onion. Super cute serving dish!! * Yellowtail crudo w/ salsa macha - really unusual dish. You'd think this hearty brown sauce would overpower the light, silky yellowtail sashimi, but somehow it doesn't. * Cauliflower: breaded and deep fried, it's a bit overwhelmed by gochujang sauce and not terribly aided by raisins & light yogurt dollops. Not a bad dish, just a bit disjointed. Last, but certainly not least, the wine! Wow. We decided to be adventurous (for us) and order orange wine. Our excellent server had the bartender come over with some bottles for us to try. After healthy tastings were poured (!! i'm pretty sure we each consumed a glass of wine by then! ), we chose the most delightful "natural" Austrian wine: Mulatschak. SOOOO good!! What a wonderful night. Our server was so charming - a young guy who truly loves the food he serves. Can't wait to return when we're back in NYC!

Overall: 5 stars…read more Visited this Korean-inspired Asian fusion restaurant for the $45 restaurant week menu and was quite enthused by the innovative offerings the chef had to offer. The food excites the palette in new ways and is a worthwhile experience. I also appreciated the staff proactively reaching out to ensure in detail that various dietary constraints could be worked around. Yellowtail Crudo - Intriguing dish that has the contrast between the light levity of the white fish and citrus and the intensely umami chili. Chicken Yakitori - Deceivingly simplistic chicken skewers where all the technique is in the details, from the well trimmed asparagus to the light spice crumble that really elevate the flavor of the tender chicken. Berkshire Ribs - Super tender ribs that fall off the bone; I love the infusion of the truffle that persists not only in these ribs but when you first walk into the restaurant. Hibiscus Sorbet - Pretty dish that is well presented; however, the bowl is very slippery and the sorbet is an ice sphere that makes eating it difficult despite the pleasant herbaceous flavors. Food: +1 Presentation: +1 Price: E Atmosphere: E Service: +2 Menu: +1 Insta/Yelp/Beli: @amei_eats Insta/TikTok: @ameizing.race

The food was good, but not very interesting. It felt a little strange to eat dinner and have the…read moredude washing dishes in the sink to prep for the second seating. If I'm being fair, it didn't seem like they were thoroughly being washed either. The chef was passionate about what he does, but the value for the price isn't there either. I left and had some appetizers either friends after leaving here. $300+ for a meal and leaving hungry isn't ideal. It was a nice try, it didn't hit home for me.

The food was pretty decent but nothing blew me away and the ambiance/interior was pretty…read moreunderwhelming. I respect that, at least from what I understand, everything is sourced domestically. Cool concept. Sadly the sushi competition in nyc is pretty stiff so it just didn't really stand out.

Saw a deal on IG where it's $55 for 12 pieces at 5:00pm. Booked the East Village location using…read moreOpenTable with ease. For the price of omakase and customer service, I gave Sushi by Bou 5 stars. The quality is obviously not comparable to higher end restaurants but I thought it was good value for the different variety of fish and flavors. The ambiance was rock n roll vibe. Both the chef and the server were friendly and checked in on us often. Honestly, no issue and would come back again!

Opted for a Bou Reseve upgrade to Bougie Omakase. Technically an upgrade but in a very restrained…read moreway. Enhancements included a Caviar Bump (good), Foie Gras snow (torched and tasty), Wagyu upgrade (shaved truffle (truffle had no flavor or smell), Bone Marrow (was torched liquified drizzle). The good / standouts was the first course with foie gras snow. Ikura, spicy tuna, hatate, maguro. The mid/avg . Fatty tuna was probably worst I've had in recent memory. Where was the fatty melt in your mouth bite , missing Gindara miso black cod, Sake salmon..service was attentive albeit a bit robotic. The girl chef mentioned her other job and wasn't particularly passionate or happy doing her job.

I've had the spot on my list for a little while, so I was very much looking forward to this…read moreexperience when my friend and I came for dinner. When you're making a reservation, make sure you look before you book! The sushi restaurant and their accompanying handroll bar are two different dining experiences. We sat at the bar and enjoy the view of the cozy space. They had a wide selection of craft beers - it was hard for me to choose one because they all looked very unique and sounded delicious. The one I originally wanted (Asian Pear Saison) was sadly unavailable but the bartender recommended another one that was citrus forward and I went with it! I've never really thought of pairing sushi with craft beer, but it was honestly very complementary. We chose to dine on a selection of "specialty nigiri" (10 pieces) and a couple additional pieces of chutoro. Each piece was presented beautifully, and they were all uniquely and intentionally flavored with high quality fresh fish. My friend and I ate every last bite. I recommend getting this option if you want a curated selection of sushi and like being surprised by the chef. Overall the experience was great, and I will definitely be back. The bartender was personable with everyone at the bar and vibe was very easy-going for a Friday night. The restaurant is right in the mix in the West Village, so you could definitely take a nice stroll after your meal to take in the neighborhood.

We booked Moody Tongue to utilize the Chase Sapphire Open Table credit ($150)…read more I had high expectations since the reviews are solid. Got the Omakase set and beer tasting. The beers were mostly misses, the nigiri pairing is an unique experience though. The nigiris were not memorable and frankly overpriced. You can find better fish elsewhere for way less. I would pick a different spot next time to use the credits.

Sake Bar Asoko is the consummate bar to enjoy sake--the young proprietor from Kanazawa, Shintaro,…read moreis a sake aficionado. He kindly took my spouse and me under his wing. Although we were light-years older than anyone else at Asoko, Shintaro took the time to listen to what we enjoyed and wanted to taste. Our travels to Japan consumed our conversation, and I filled his head with my love of sake and Japanese culture. He showed us respect despite my ramblings. The sake offerings and the food were delicious, and the space was comfortable. We had a blast, and Sake Bar Asoko is a highlight of our trip to NYC. Thank you so much, Shintaro. You honor your parents with your empathy and generosity.

Food is so legit Sake was flowing and good…read moreRecommend to try Place had such good bites and even better sake that it made me write a haiku. Shooots