$98 for omakase + miso soup + all you can drink sake and beer + 3 rounds of AYCE lean tuna, fatty tuna, and wagyu. What deal is better than this? Not only is this a VALUE meal, but the service and ambiance pair perfectly with it. The chef was so generous with the nigiri and kept offering MORE! I wish my stomach could handle more but I just couldn't. We had a great time and loved all the pieces we tried! Def save room for the otoro! My favorite pieces were the salmon belly w/ foie gras and otoro! read more

See all

I made the reservation about 2 days before and still got to chef counter spots. Very cute set up! There's about 3-4 chefs for 20 ish guests. Everyone was talking and eating at the same time so sometimes it's hard to hear what the chef was describing the course. It's so fun though to watch how he rolled each and put it in front of you. This is my first omakase experience and I was very excited since it's in NYC. I was definitely full at the end since there were 3 rounds of AYCE on top of the 14 courses. The fish quality was good but for what I was paying, I was expecting a bit of caviar. There was one course with foie gras though and it was delicious. read more

See all

Don't know why the ratings are low but I went yesterday 4/2/2026 had chef Alan serving us and everything tasted amazing and the fish was high quality. Probably the better AYCE omakase I've had in the city and chef Alan really made the experience for us too. The omakase course was so good, it wasn't gimmicky, it highlighted the quality of the fish, and most were melt in your mouth. The only piece I wasn't a big fan of was the maki piece - not sure if it has radish in the middle but I think they should've kept the soft texture versus adding a crunchy bit just my opinion. The AYCE round? WOW yeah their lean tuna is one of the best I've had in the city and the quality of the fish per round was so good. For the sake, def recommend the Takara Plum Wine if you like it on the sweeter end. Not pictured but yes, they give you miso soup. Coming back here next big back meal! read more

See all

An amazing experience! What a great omakase experience. The chef's were so nice and kept giving us extra of our favorite pieces, the A5 with uni was incredible, as well as the mackerel was definitely one of my favorite bites, cannot wait to come back again read more

See all

Pretty affordable all you can eat and drink omakase -- I thought it was good but not amazing. There's a time limit as well, so by the end it felt like we got rushed out a bit. A few of the fish pieces felt slightly fishy to me, and were under salted/not enough flavor. I also wish the rice was warmer! Green tea tasted like water. I liked the eel, toro handroll, seared salmon, and wagyu pieces the best! The sushi chefs and servers were sweet. read more

See all

Came here over the summer for my sister's birthday and this place was awesome! I will preface by saying I'm not an omakase connoisseur quite yet and have only been to a handful as I find them pricey. This place was attractive because you get three rounds of all you can eat after the 10+ courses and unlimited sake which I wish I took more advantage of. There's also dessert included (mochi ice cream). Everything was quite delicious, and there was a variety of fish that participated in the menu. It didn't taste like they were using low quality ingredients as part of the AYCE deal- the only catch is that you have to finish exactly everything you order or there will be a surcharge which I think is fair. So save room, come hungry, and don't overorder! read more

I was a last minute fill in for my friend's party of 8 and honestly, it was a great experience. We had a 5:30PM reservation and we were all seated promptly. The restaurant advertises as AYCE, but it's not really a true AYCE. You get 14 courses / pieces of sushi omakase and then you get 3 rounds of unlimted AYCE - but the rounds are set by the sushi chef. For us, we had the option of tuna, fatty tuna, and wagyu beef. You have to let them know at the beginning of the round how many pieces you want and if you don't finish any, they will charge you. We tried to negotiate to see if we could do salmon instead of one of the tuna rounds, but no dice. I will have to say, they did end up giving us a few pieces of salmon each as a consolation prize at the end, so that was very nice of them. There are also 4 kinds of sake that you can choose from and that is AYCD. Service was attentive and the omakase itself was very good. A lot of tasty pieces. read more

Made a reservation for my friends birthday - as a party for 2. If you would like a bit more space I would recommend that you choose to sit by the window instead of the bar. The window seemed much roomier than the more cramped bar seating. However, it might be worth keeping in mind that if you sit at the window you do not get served piece by piece and instead get plates of 3-5 pieces at a time. Not a big deal to us so we appreciated the space the window seating offered. We loved the freshness of the fish but I wish there was a bit more variety to the omakase set. It was mainly nigiris and there weren't any accompaniments or toppings on 90% of the courses. The last piece was a slice of a roll but im not sure what was in it - but it felt like a very random mix of items and didn't really highlight any particular fish or seemed very harmonious. Another somewhat letdown was their drink selection - I appreciated their alcohol drink selection ( included 3 sakes & plum wine) but the only option for non-alcohol drinkers was hot tea. I feel like including a few soft beverage options would be highly appreciated, and more inclusive of different people. Overall - a good option, had great fish quality - but would primarily recommend to small groups who prefer simpler nigiris & partake in drinking sake (if you want it to be your "money's worth") read more

This place feels very gimmicky. The quality was mediocre. You get 14 pieces omakase and then 3 rounds of unlimited all you can eat. The quality was also very inconsistent to the point I felt like I was just eating rice. The unlimited toro was paper thin and stringy on a glop of rice. They charge 10 dollar per piece penalty for anything not eaten so I forced it all down even though the quality was lacking. The alcoholic drinks are unlimited but for non drinker it is disappointing since the only non alcoholic option they have available is green tea. read more

See all

We were in NYC for the weekend and were able to make a reservation for a Friday evening. We arrived a few minutes before the seating, checked in and waited outside until it was time. We reserved for seats at the bar, which I highly recommend as it allows you to interact with the sushi chefs and eat each piece as they make it! We loved all of the dishes of the omakase, especially the otoro. We ordered multiple pieces of the AYCE round at the end, saving our stomachs for the fatty tuna (toro) and Wagyu. The meal also comes with unlimited drinks so we got to try all 4 Japanese sakes and wines and my favorite was the plum wine, which was sweet tasting. Cost ended up being around $200-220 for 2 people (ballpark because I think my partner paid). Would definitely recommend for delicious fish and fun experience overall. read more

See all

Absolutely worth the $$ -- fish quality is great, unlimited sake, AYCE for 3 rounds plus friendly service read more

Souraji West - Sushi Bars Near Me - New York, New York

I wanted to like SourAji West, but this was a huge letdown. The service is the bright spot. Everyone was friendly, fast, and attentive. Unfortunately, the food does not match the price at all. We did the omakase and it felt like the restaurant is prioritizing the AYCE model over quality, because the sushi was honestly poor. The cuts of fish were thin and inconsistent, and everything leaned super rice-heavy, which made it feel like you were paying for filler instead of fish. On top of that, several pieces had an unpleasant fishy smell and taste that killed my appetite. That is not what you expect when you're spending close to $100 per person. If you want fast service and a lot of food, maybe AYCE is your thing. But if you're paying omakase prices expecting omakase-level quality, this is not it. We won't be back. read more

My girlfriends first omakase and it was a success! We arrived 20 mins early for our reservation so we sat down at the bench by the window while the earlier time slot finished up. Once it was closer to our start time, the hostess brought us to our seats. Alcoholic drinks (beer and sake) were included in the price and can be continuously refilled. We really liked the plum sake, it was sweet as advertised. All the pieces that were selected today were delicious. Our favorite pieces were definitely the sea bass, salmon, shrimp, and eel. You can really taste how fresh it was! There were 12 sushi pieces, a miso soup, a mochi, and 3 AYCE rounds where you let the staff know how many of each piece you want. We opted for 4 lean tuna, 8 fatty tuna, and 8 wagyu sushis each and it was definitely enough for us to feel satisfied but not overstuffed to the point where we didnt enjoy the food. The fish wasnt too thin and the rice wasnt too large, it was still a good proportion. There were only two chefs and around 15-20 guests so we didnt get to converse with our chef but overall it was still a great experience. We spoke to our chef towards the end and he said his favorite pieces are the shrimp and scallop! The chef was really nice and gave my girlfriend an extra item with salmon and scallops (her favorite pieces) because of her birthday! Would definitely recommend this place as an entry to the omakase experience. read more

See all

We were seated by the window instead of at the bar, so it felt like we didn't get the full experience. For the omakase sets before the AYCE rounds, we were given a plate with 5 pieces, then 4 pieces, then 3 pieces, for a total of 12 pieces. Then we have 3 rounds of AYCE. However, you're only able to state the amount that you want once for each round. The first round of AYCE was lean tuna, second round was fatty tuna and third round was Wagyu. You have to have a good idea of how many you want to eat (and can eat) before ordering each round because you don't have the option to add more later on. If you don't finish it, you are charged for each piece left. Overall, a pleasant experience, but I didn't enjoy the fact that you had to know exactly how many pieces you want for each round of ayce. I also did not realize that there are only 3 different options for the ayce rounds. read more

See all

This was such a great omakase experience! The atmosphere in the restaurant was fun from the moment I entered - it seemed like everyone was eager to have an amazing meal. I personally was looking forward to the "all you can eat" after the omakase, but I enjoyed the courses better than the AYCE, and honestly would have been very satisfied without it. The portions were generous and each sushi was crafted so perfectly. My top favorite courses included Sea Bass, Spanish Mackerel, Smoked Sable Fish, and Fatty Tuna with Uni. Really good quality fish here! The experience was unforgettable, I left feeling extremely full (be careful with the AYCE!!). There were 3 rounds of AYCE where you order a number of pieces of sushi: round 1 was lean tuna, round 2 was fatty tuna, and round 3 was wagyu beef. Our sushi chef was really kind and let us try a few additional pieces on the house. He put on a great show with the torch and was engaging! I would recommend this experience for those who have never been before! And especially for those who can eat a lot :) read more

friend and i each ate ~30 pieces. souraji starts with an omakase and at the end gives you one chance to add on unlimited amounts of maguro, otoro, and wagyu. some nits here and there - rice texture, some fish pieces were direct from the fridge and too cold, but for the price (~$130 incl tip!!!!!!!) this is great. personally would skip the alcohol and just focus on the nigiri. chef allen was incredibly nice and did his best to make the nigiri extra forgiving during the ayce portion. would come back specifically for chef allen read more

See all

If you are visiting NY this is a must! My boyfriend and I heard about this place by watching food blogs and needed to try an all you can eat omakase place in person because we were shocked! I was able to book a reservation same day through open table app but you can also schedule online. Omakase is about 12 rounds with all you can drink sake and beer! There is time after the traditional omakase round to order additional nigiri. I believe there were three or four rounds, each a different fish. You have to order up front and cannot change your order. There is a penalty fee if you do not finish but that isn't a problem because the quality of the fish is amazing! It is very well worth the price!! read more

We love this place! Our sushi chef was so nice and the quality was great. We left soo full! I particularly loved the Miso soup and the bottomless green tea was a great feature. It was nice being seated next to other parties as well. read more

Souraji West - Sushi Bars Near Me - New York, New York

See all

wait staf super kind. at the end of the ayce even though we were out of rounds, the chef on the downlow let us have as many pieces as we wantsd haha. unlimited drinks kept the energy flowing. sushi quality is probably the best here out of all of the ayce omakases ive been to. would come back. read more

See all

The toro and wagyu were outstanding--definitely the highlights of the meal. Drinks were also very good. Great experience overall. Chef David was super funny! highly recommend. read more

See all

Love trying new omakase spots in the city. I had a couple recs to this one and was impressed! There's limited seating so making a reservation is probably a good idea. It starts with a 14 course typical omakase experience, but ends with three rounds of AYCE- lean tuna, toro tuna, and wagyu. For each round, you have to indicate how many pieces and you can't go back to a round. Loved all the pieces! Also, they have unlimited drinks options with 4 different types of sake. Had the plum wine and it was great! Overall, a wonderful experience and I will be returning. read more

See all

As much quantity as you can fill in. The unlimited pieces after were definitely a bit thinner but still decent. read more

See all

One of the best AYCE and AYCD omakase experience and a great price at under $100 ($98 to be exact). You start with a 12 course omakase experience and then you get to order as many pieces of otoro (fatty tuna), toro (leaner cut of tuna) and wagyu beef nigiri. Note, each piece of uneaten sushi is $10. Also to note, it may be difficult to make a reservation so plan! For 4 people, we made reservations the month earlier and got a later time than we originally wanted. The vibe here is minimal, bright and intimate. You'll most likely be making friends with the people seated next to you and they will be able to hear your whole conversation. This is a great place to have good sushi, a nice buzz, and conversations with friends (probably not more than 4). There is limited seating around the sushi bar and they have specific seating times since everyone at the sushi bar is serviced the 12 courses at the same time. read more

Souraji West - Otoro (fatty tuna) - Sushi Bars Near Me - New York, New York

See all

Reservation only; there's only about 20 seats (bar) inside, and it does get quite crowded. As we were leaving, there was a line of people (about 10-15) who had reservations but were waiting for us to finish, so be sure to make a reservation earlier in the day. Staff is very friendly and helpful, offering to check our coats and asking if we wanted tea or sake; our sushi chefs were equally genial and quick when serving us. The menu is set, with omakase (chef's choice) for about $100 per person. It's a first course of 13 pieces of nigiri (see pictures), then 3 courses of AYCE toro (lean tuna), otoro (fatty tuna), and wagyu beef. You'll be asked before each of the AYCE courses how many pieces of sushi you'd like; just keep in mind you can't go backwards and that each piece you don't eat is $10 each. My tip for the AYCE is to save your stomach for the tuna and don't be afraid to skip or have minimal portions of the Wagyu, which was rather tough and not as flavorful. Also, since they don't serve any other foods or sodas, there's nothing but ginger to cleanse your palate, so the AYCEs can get rather monotonous and dry, especially the Wagyu. Regardless, I greatly enjoyed the food here and if you come in a party, your "teammates" can help you eat any food you can't finish. Personally, AYCE isn't worth it for me since I've got a tiny stomach (I could only eat about 20 pieces of sushi total), and I prefer not to gorge myself. However, I'd highly recommend Souraji if you can get a reservation. Prices are superb and the sushi fish tastes higher end, rather than that of value restaurants. read more

See all

Service (5/5): We were asked to wait outside until out 7pm reservation while they set up the restaurant and then we were seated in waves. The staff seated us and proceeded to provide the menus/beverages fairly quickly. Service was stellar every moment throughout the experience. I felt like our cups were always full. We were able to switch up the sake of our choice throughout the meal. There was customization opportunities presented by the chef at the onset of the experience (dietary restrictions or preferences). The chef even humored us and tailored the special end bites to our diners requests!! Just wow! Ambiance (5/5): Super well-lit and low volumes. A long table onlooking 3 chefs with a few seats that faced the window. Food (5/5): Every single piece of sushi was delicious. Nothing needed to be changed. The rice was perfectly cooked, wonderfully portioned. The meal came with a half piece of mochi ice cream. During the AYCE sushi part, it was split into 3 waves to order: lean tuna, fatty tuna, and wagyu. For $98, the unlimited sake and the AYCE sushi was well-worth the high quality sushi and exceptional service provided. read more

See all

I was blown away by this place for it's experience and for the value!!! My first time to omakase in quite a few years and I was not disappointed. We came for our anniversary dinner and booked this about a month in advanced. We had found this place on social media and really were intrigued by their all you can eat option. So glad we decided to try it out. $98 for 12 pc omakase, then 3 rounds all you can eat lean tuna, fatty tuna, and a5 wagyu beef with unlimited sake, sapporo beer, or green tea? This was a great deal for us. The place is super tiny but very clean and the staff were super nice and service was excellent. They were very generous with our sake and it just kept flowing and refilling. Our sushi master was David and he was super nice. We started off with the delicious 12 pc omakase and I especially loved hakaido scallop and the red shrimp with uni. Everything was super fresh. Then you got a chance to do 3 rounds of AYCE but you could only order once and if you didn't finish, every piece would by $10. We ordered 6 pieces of each and felt that we got our moneys worth at the end of the night. Everything was delicious and that A5 wagyu just melted in your mouth! Then we finished off the night we a small bite of green tea mochi ice cream. I was super satisfied and cannot wait to come back again. Wuld highly recommend! read more

A too good to be true deal that is actually true?? AYCE Otoro and A5 wagyu for just under $100?? While there is a catch, it really doesn't make the deal go "sour". Before you start the ayce, you have to go through their 12 course omakase, which is already a steal by itself since every piece of nigiri was high grade sushi that most $100 omakase would serve you. And those omakase don't come with an ayce round after! After the omakase round, you get 1 ROUND of the unlimited toro nigiri's (you choose how many pieces you want), then you have to move on to the Otoro. Repeat for Otoro, then you finish with the seared A5 Wagyu nigiri's. The fish to rice ratio wasn't out of proportions, but it did feel like there was a bit more rice than necessary. If you're smart like me, skip the round of the toro (lean tuna). I went for 12 pieces of Otoro and the fish taste as fresh as it could get. Naturally sweet and not a hint of fishiness. I wish I ordered more of the Otoro and skipped the wagyu because a lot of the wagyu pieces were cut so thin I felt like I was eating seasoned sushi rice. Last piece of advice, and the last catch - DO NOT be like the man next to me trying to impress his girl. Bro ordered 15 pieces of Toro, 20 pieces of Otoro, and 20 pieces of Wagyu. At the end of our hour and a half sitting, there were a good 10+ pieces of rice left on his plate, without the meat on top. I couldn't tell if it was sweat or tears dripping down his face as he was shaking his head with ragret. EACH piece you do not finish will be a $10 additional charge. #332 read more

See all

My friends and I had an amazing dinner here for our NYC trip, the staff were so kind and friendly the entire night which honestly elevated our experience on top of a great meal. We were a group of 7 and were able to get the corner of the bar; the interior itself was quite slim and had limited seating besides the actual bar, but I enjoyed the cozy atmosphere of the restaurant. I also really enjoyed the meal; it was 12 courses with an AYCE at the end -- our options that day were lean tuna, fatty tuna, and wagyu. The AYCE aspect was a bit difficult to gauge since you only get one chance to order each option, but it didn't affect my experience that much. Our chef's name was Jay and he was wonderful. We had a great time and had a lot of laughs with him! Ryan and Max were also chefs there and were very friendly! I would love to come back if I'm ever in the city again it was such a great night for my friends and I. read more

See all

Can't recommend this place enough! Unlimited drinks, omakase, followed by AYCE sushi for less than $100 - it's hard to find anything with better value than this. The catch is that any piece you can't finish for AYCE will cost you $10 - given that, my friend and I ordered pretty conservatively. I was pleasantly surprised by the relatively high quality of the fish. Service was also really friendly - servers were egging all of us to have more drinks and cheering on those who accidentally over-ordered to finish their pieces as to avoid the $10/pc fee. Would definitely come back! read more

Fun AYCE/AYCD spot! Ideal if you come with the big back mentality and don't eat much earlier in the day. Mainly bar with some table seating! 14 courses with all you can eat lean tuna, fatty tuna, and wagyu (one big order for each and no reordering). Also have a delicious sake and drink menu with mochi ice cream at the end! read more

See all

Different omakase experience. Had no idea how the AYCE (All You Can Eat) process worked here, but was pleasantly surprised. The sushi chefs all seem nice and ensured to interact with their customers (a little rehearsed, but I was ok with it). I appreciate that they will accommodate those who ask for less rice, and honestly, they didn't pack it with a lot of rice. After your 14 course of sushi, they ask you how many regular tuna (i think?), toro and wagyu nigiri sushi you would like. Skies the limit but be sure you're going to eat it all as they will charge for the uneaten pieces. Save your appetite for this meal because you can get your money's worth. Great value for the price. Try it out. read more

See all

This place is definitely quantity over quality, but the quality was really disappointing ): We unfortunately got the window seat, with no bag hooks, and which meant the pieces came in clusters, and not one by one like the classic omakase style. None of the fish tasted fresh and a lot of them had uneven seasoning; for example, one piece was too much like yuzu to the point we didn't taste the fish. The chopped fatty tuna with uni was really disappointing because it was just TOO much rice and we didn't even taste the tuna or uni... ALL the pieces were mostly rice, which I get since they would be trying to fill you up.. But just too much. The fatty tuna/ikura roll was also just... not what I expected and the ingredients did not mesh well together. The unlimited sake and ginger were needed to cleanse my palate and sometimes help myself finish the pieces. After the omakase part, they ask you PER type how many you would like. First round is lean bluefin tuna (tuna is VERY thin), second is TORCHED fatty bluefin (thought this was the worst as it wasn't fresh and was pretty fishy), and lastly the A5 wagyu (once again, too much rice and just SO salty. Meat was very thin and had a lot of fatty parts). It's definitely rushed here and you need to eat as fast as you can once the pieces came because they do give you a time warning since the next set of customers are waiting. The half slice of mochi ice cream comes with your A5 wagyu set, which really hints that they are wrapping things up and getting ready for you to leave. I liked the concept and it looked really good on social media, but I felt like overall the pieces were not fresh, weren't seasoned welled, and had way too much rice for me to enjoy the taste of their individual toppings. Just come here if you want to have a fun competition with friends how many pieces you can eat and you enjoy unlimited sake, but I don't think this is a place I would recommend coming multiple times. read more

See all

Souraji West is easily one of the most impressive sushi spots in the city, and their AYCE End Option is the cherry on top of an already stellar omakase experience and inclusive of alchoholic beverages too. After enjoying a beautifully curated progression of courses, we were offered the All-You-Can-Eat End, where you can reorder lean tuna, fatty tune and A5 wagyu beef. It's a sushi lover's dream--with the same premium quality and care as the initial omakase, not a step down like at other AYCE spots. We went all-in on the lean tuna (akami), fatty tuna (otoro), and wagyu beef--and each bite was flawless. The akami was clean, tender, and deeply flavorful. The otoro was rich and melt-in-your-mouth, exactly what you'd hope for in a premium cut. And the wagyu? Perfectly seared, buttery, and indulgent without being overwhelming. The texture and balance of each piece were on point, with warm, well-seasoned rice that complemented the proteins beautifully. What really sets Souraji West apart is their consistency. Whether it's your first bite or your fifteenth, the quality never wavers. The staff was attentive and welcoming, making the whole experience feel relaxed yet special. If you're looking for a sushi experience that combines high-end craftsmanship with the joy of indulgence, Souraji West's AYCE End Option is unbeatable. Come hungry--you'll leave happy. read more

See all

What an amazing experience! Great place for omakase with all you can drink sake and beer as well as AYCE tuna and wagyu pieces at the end. I think it's important to realize that this is not an AYCE sushi restaurant. Rather, you get 12 pieces of omakase that is followed by AYCE of 3 types of sushi pieces: lean tuna (raw), fatty tuna (raw or torched), and wagyu (torched). You have to choose how many pieces that you want of each, and you can't go back to re-order more. I ordered 5 lean tuna, 8 fatty tuna, and 20 wagyu. Also keep in mind that the amount of meat that you get is relatively small, so you might want to order a bit more. The quality of the fish and wagyu is not the best that I have had, but still fresh and delicious. It was great to have endless amounts of sake and beer. I liked the sweet sake more than the dry sake. We had such a blast drinking and eating together! Great place to come with friends to share a meal and some drinks. We came here with a group of six people for the 5:30 PM slot. You can choose either the counter or window option, so be aware when you're choosing your reservation. We all made separate reservations online, and two of us were seated at the window and four of us were seated at the counter. It was still nice because we were seated close to each other and could all talk. It was also interesting because being seated at the counter or the window changes your experience. I would recommend sitting at the counter because you get each piece fresh, and you get to interact with the chef. If you sit at the window, you get six pieces at a time. Overall, I would highly recommend this place if you're looking for a unique experience and a fun time! read more

See all

Quantity over quality was definitely the motto Souraji goes by, but the food was still spectacular nonetheless! What draws people in (and what they went viral for on social media) was their "AYCE" setup, where you get your standard omakase offerings, then one chance at the end to order as many tuna, otoro, and waygu pieces as you can fit in your stomach. The catch is you have to order it all at that time, you can't add additional after the fact. Did I mention beer & sake are unlimited as well? The sushi itself was great, though we did find the rice to be a bit too seasoned/salty for our liking, leading it to take away from the flavor of the actual fish. The amount of rice in each piece of sushi was perfect, not too much like other sushi restaurants that are trying to fill you on rice. The staff were welcoming and constantly checking in to make sure your drinks were refilled as well - you're never going more than 5 min with your glass empty! For the "AYCE" portion, I opted for: 2 pieces of tuna (sushi chef had an extra piece, so I ended up with 3) 10 pieces of otoro 35 pieces of wagyu The quantity of my order severely scared the entirety of the staff, who one by one approached me to ask if I was sure and warn me that if I did not finish, they would have to charge me. The sushi chef was laughing as well, thinking I was crazy for even trying to consume the amount of food I had ordered. To their surprise, no food was wasted, even resulting in a thumbs up from the sushi chef. If you're visiting, definitely take advantage of this all you can eat setup, and see if you can scare the staff further by consuming more than I did! read more

See all

It's rare to find an AYCE omakase spot in NYC. When Sour Aji first opened, it was super difficult to reserve a spot. When Sour Aji West came about, I made sure to reserve and see if it was all the hype. It started off with just a regular omakase with Miso Soup. I had also gotten the Sweet Sake (unlimited) which paired well with the food. Once the regular tasting menu was over, we moved onto the AYCE portion. They offered 3 rounds which was the lean tuna, fatty tuna, and the wagyu. You only have one chance to order each round. I did 10 of the lean, 15 of the fatty and 3 of the wagyu. They saved the best for last which is smart because by the time I got to the wagyu, I was full. You end with their ice cream of the day. The entire experience was fun and the chefs were so nice. I would definitely suggest coming here to get your moneys worth!! read more

See all

I would definitely come back, hope they will stay a ayce. The omakase experience was good, I like that they portioned the rice to fish ratio more fish over rice so you're not stuffed. The chef was very attentive he would ask if everything was good/ ok through out the course. The staff was always on the look out making sure you have drinks full. The omakase course was 12 piece after it was 3 different rounds , 1st ( Lean Tuna ), 2nd ( Fatty Tuna ) and 3rd ( Waygu). Be mindful of how much you order if you can't finish what you order they will charge you $10 a piece. The place was spacious didn't feel cramped. read more

See all

It's good value if you can eat a lot. The fish was fresh and yummy. The Wagyu was great as well. The AYCE options are lean tuna, fatty tuna, and Wagyu beef in that order. Any unfinished piece is $10. Order the fatty tuna sparingly. It's really good, but eating copious amounts of fatty tuna pieces in a row just feels gross at some point, because it is so rich and fatty. Service was great! I chose not to drink even though it is also AYCD. Overall, great experience, but I think I enjoy omakase more when there is just a single set menu and you can enjoy each piece slowly. Probably wouldn't come back but I'm glad I tried it. read more

See all

I went here a little while ago back in November with a group. The place has a fun atmosphere and they do something which used to be unique which includes three courses which are all you can eat at the end; lean tuna, fatty tuna, and wagyu. The drinks are free as well though I mostly stuck with hot tea. Service was a bit non-existent just pumping out courses. I probably would have given this place an upper 3 a while ago but I recently went to a much better version of this exact same thing at Sushi Hayashi https://www.yelp.com/biz/sushi-hayashi-new-york which is just leagues better than here. In terms of what is better here, the rice is a better temperature and you get an extra 10 minutes. However, the fish quality overall here is worse, they give you thin pieces over rice (and even thinner during the AYCE with the same amount of rice,) and there's only one round of AYCE sashimi. The following was our menu- Suzuki/seabass- Pretty good quality fish and pretty buttery Sawara/Spanish mackerel- Nice oily fish and one of my preferences Snapper- Particularly good texture compared to most pieces Akami/lean tuna- Alright. A bit chewy compared to some spots Salmon/sake with yuzu kosho- The yuzu kosho elevated the pretty good quality salmon Hamachi- Better quality than most pieces we had Uni Toro- This was served as a hand roll instead of sashimi. Good quality uni and nice fatty tuna Sea Scallop Truffle- Good quality scallop but the truffle salt was a bit overpowering (I presume there was truffle oil in there) Red Shrimp Uni- Best piece of the night. Good quality shrimp with the good quality uni again Wagyu- A bit chewy (which got even worse with the AYCE version) Unagi- Could have been seared more Futomaki with mixed fish- Good quality (especially the ikura on top) For AYCE, I mostly stuck with the fatty tuna with a couple pieces of the lean tuna and wagyu. By comparison to the main set, the wagyu and akami were both cut a lot thinner which led to the beef being even chewier while the toro was good quality but there was notably a lot more rice. At least the akami was less chewy. There was also a tiny miso soup at one point in a cup which was fine as well as some mochi ice cream at the end which was nice. This spot was alright but a bit more per person, Hayashi is just better in virtually every category. The people there were friendly and not robotic and the fish quality was better. 3.3. read more

See all

My friends and I had a really fun experience here at Souraji. They opened this West/Chelsea location 3 weeks ago. Its all you can eat/drink sushi and sake/beer- and they definitely keep your cup full! You get a round of 12 omakase style sushi, then you can get one order of as much as you want of lean tuna, fatty tuna, and wagyu. Prepare yourself to order a lot since the pieces are small! The staff said the record was 50 pieces of wagyu alone! We had a really fun time as a group. Our chef, Jay, and the waitress, Elaine, were a lot of fun, and definitely kept up the energy. The fish is not the most special or unique- but that's really not the point here, when you eat and drink as much as you can. Its a good, fun time and we definitely suggest trying to make it here with friends for a good time. For ~$100 per person before tax/tip, we had a blast! It can be hard to get seats on Resy- there are about 12 counter seats and 4 window high top seats. They serve the counter seats straight from the chef, whereas the window seats get about 6 of their omakase pieces at once. If you want a more private experience, a window seat might be more your speed, whereas if you want to chat with the chef, definitely choose the counter. read more

See all