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    Sanyuu West

    4.5 (167 reviews)
    Ultra High-EndSushi Bars, Asian Fusion, Japanese
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    David G.

    Had 5pm reservations with my wife and it was an amazing experience! Our server Amy was super friendly and the chef was very funny. The food was so fresh and delicious! The sushi rice was the best we've ever tasted! It was a phenomenal experience and we will definitely be back soon. This is a must try!!! Also, their to go boxes are delicious! We took a box to go also!!!

    Dana L.

    We were celebrating a birthday, did the Omakase, and made reservations before hand. Place was super cute and clean and the ambiance was amazing, it felt very personal with such a small group. Our chef was super attentive, he even noticed that I like to split my sushi in half so he started to cut my piece in half for me before serving it. He was super sweet. Tip: You even get a free sushi cake cake for your birthday to make sure you let them know on the reservation!

    To Go with 5 Stars on everything!!!
    Iñigo G.

    5 Stars on everything! Clean,neat,the food are amazing hands down one of the beat if not the beat in the city!!!

    Jing M.

    When my friend messaged me after work about going to an omakase place, I immediately started preparing myself for my wallet to cry. As I was ordering ramen to sustain myself for my inevitable future, she messaged me not to worry because this was a reasonably priced place. I thought she was joking because reasonably priced omakase has to either be an oxymoron or not high quality fish. Walking in the setting was like a traditional omakase. An intimate u shaped table where the sushi chef will place the food fresh off the board, but it still felt very cozy. Every dish put before me was uniquely flavored. However, the fresh, carefully prepared meat was a consistent factor. The service was warm and you can tell how much thought they put into both the dishes and your experience. If you want a great quality omakase for anything from a casual dinner to a date night without breaking the bank then this is the place to go.

    Omakase sets for takeout
    Justin L.

    They have indoor dining or takeout options. I opted to order takeout. I ordered the omakase sets and the salmon nigiri and both were great! You can find their takeout menu on their website and text the number listed to order. I ended up placing the order the night before for pickup the following evening and they were very accommodating. The prices are very reasonable for what you get. The omakase sets were $69 each and the salmon nigiri is $30. We liked the omakase sets but honestly the star of the show for us was the giant salmon nigiri which is unbeatable for the price. You get 8 huge nigiri with generous large pieces of salmon on each! I would come back over and over again for this. Pickup was easy and quick and the item was ready for me as promised. They also made sure to pack us adequate utensils and everything you need to enjoy the omakase at home including soy sauce. Definitely try this spot out if you're a sushi lover or love salmon!

    Salmon nigiri takeout
    Gloria L.

    100 more of these please!!!!!!!! 8 salmon nigiri's (GIANT) were $30. SUCH A STEAL! It's takeout only Would definitely come back to try their omakase bc the quality of the salmon was great

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    Mary Z.

    Food was so amazing and a good omakase choice if you want something a bit cheaper but still want an experience. Service was awesome and always love watching the chefs prepare the sushi in front of you. Great vibes all around, would love to try their big salmon nigiri's to go!

    Literal gold on top of sushi
    Carly C.

    Love Sanyuu! They recently raised the price to $87 pp but the quality is worth it. It's surprising but I start getting full around course 5 (out of 15). They only have a few small seatings per day with each about an hour. It's fine to get there a few minutes late and they'll just pace faster -- two chefs in the middle that can kind of serve the parties separately. Im gluten free which they accommodate, even providing GF soy sauce. Generally you can request to substitute certain fishes and they seem to have go-to backups. It's a very quiet and intimate setting so you can still have a convo without facing each other. Once went for a small celebration and at the end they gave us complimentary caviar hand rolls! Truly such kind people and tasty fish.

    takeout salmon sushi set
    Angelina L.

    i got the salmon sushi set, which comes with 8 HUGE pieces of salmon nigiri. i'm blown away by how buttery soft the salmon pieces were, how well seasoned the sushi rice was, and (most importantly) how this whole set only costs $30. this was my first time ordering takeout from sanyuu west, but definitely not my last! note: you do have to order this ahead of time by texting the number listed on their website. i was able to place an order the night before & scheduled it for pick-up right when they opened at 5pm. very smooth process & you pay when you pick it up!

    Cobey L.

    Came back after a few years and it still did not disappoint. The food was amazing. Every piece that was served was quality. The omakase experience was 15 courses. We didn't feel rushed and the service wasn't slow. You can also order from their take-out menu like the 9 piece salmon nigiri. Their Big Mac was amazing and felt like magic in my mouth. Overall a 10/10 experience and would come back to try their other specialty pieces.

    Bryan S.

    I liked this place considering it's somewhat of a value omakase spot. For $87/15 pieces, it's pretty good. I think that it's among the top under $100 omakase in the city right now based on the quality of the fish and how many pieces you get. I thought their otoro and sea bream were quite good. I'd go back again!

    Kevin N.

    Cozy omakase place were you sit at the bar, the experience was pretty fast pace but for the price of what you get it was pretty worth it : $78 for 15 pieces. The chefs were super nice and explained each piece well, and kinda chatted with us as well but their main focus was definitely pushing out the pieces. The service was super attentive as we had pretty quick refills on water/tea and were asked about any allergens, etc. Selection wise had a good amount of variety, and some pieces had some wow to it like adding chili crispy to a tuna nigiri! Each piece tasted pretty fresh and by the end of the course we were pretty satisfied and full. Notable faves: Otoro The Mac( toro, Wagyu, foie gras, uni ) Scallop Salmon w/ foie gras

    Reema N.

    Went to the city for a little getaway weekend and so glad we came here for dinner! Shoutout to Nina the sushi queen on TikTok for this rec! Every piece was fresh, the rice was fantastic, and there was really a lot of attention to detail here. Everything was amazing! It was my first true omakase experience and I will never forget it. Amazing 10/10!

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    Their website says we can order takeout by texting a number. How long does it take for an order to be ready or do we have to order a couple of days in advance?

    Are they still byob?

    Unfortunately, no. They now serve alcohol. We brought a bottle of sake with us and they were unable to let us open it.

    Can they accommodate a gluten allergy for the omakase?

    Yes! they have gluten free soy sauce upon request.

    Can they accommodate a shellfish allergy for the omakase?

    Yes

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    Great atmosphere, delicious and reasonably priced food, attentive service…read more Can't go wrong with crispy rice and hand roll set. Enjoyed every bite. Definitely coming back.

    Reviewing location in Chelsea - The food is pretty good and there is definitely an existing…read morestandard leaning towards quality, but the service! Now, having said that although the food was decent, there were a couple of questionable choices in the overall presentation and plating and the sauces that accompany the black cod bento box I ordered, which did not actually come in a box. Everything is brought out piecemeal so you don't get an actual meal before you, but a lot of little plates brought out at different times, kinda like the Japanese equivalent of Tapas. We have been to this location twice, hoping the first time was a fluke, and trying to give them a chance only for the second time to be worse. The waitstaff is entirely disengaged from the customers. They rush you through the order process and don't explain any of the menu offerings, such as what is the difference between the different platter options. When they do come over, you are greeted with the sweetness and warmth of an unemotionally flat "What do you want?" After you get your food, no one comes over to refill water and cups are initially filled halfway with too much ice. No one comes over to remove plates afterward, and they definitely show no interest in finding out if you are enjoying your meal in the least. The booth we were sat at had not been cleaned after the last party's use so there was sauce all over, and it got on the back of my pants, which I later discovered while walking home...the joy. After eating comes the best part, they come over with these tablets outlining your check on the screen. Meanwhile, the tablets are strapped to their bodies the entire time. They don't allow you to scrutinize the charges in peace, no, they stand there impatiently for the duration either swerving from side to side of tapping their foot signaling discomfort that you're taking way too long. The funny part is the straps have clips to remove the tablets so it's not like it's impossible to leave the tablet and come back shortly. The whole process feels very rushed and pressurized for you to tip with one of the predetermined button selections, which start at 25%. Ummm, service sucked so no, we're definitely NOT starting there. I guess now we're both disappointed. Eventually, you get no paper receipt for your records even if you ask for it to be printed. And the whole time, the waitstaff is with you judging you on your tipping and not even being graceful enough to restrain their reaction. So no, not going back, and definitely would not recommend as a place to have a good time. Now, if you're looking for an uncomfortable experience served by someone that completely ignores you during your entire time there and expects an exorbitant tip to boot, then yes, this is the place for you!

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    Sanyuu West - sushi - Updated August 2026

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