New York has always had its fair share of high end omakase headed by sushi masters from Japan. While others run when sushi chefs change, I was glad I kept my reservation and enjoyed a luxurious meal of fresh fish and amazing hospitality. When you head in, the waiter escorts you downstairs to an intimate 6-seat sushi counter. My family and I were lucky to be the only ones dining for the night and we got a personalized dining experience. The service is attentive to the highest degree where our waiter noticed that my partner was left handed and adjusted the utensil placement accordingly. The chef, despite his language limitations, exuded passion and enthusiasm and communicated with us through our waiter. The fish is the freshest I've ever had and is definitely a step up from the casual omakase in the city. I've had some smooth steamed eggs in the past but the chawanmushi was so soft I questioned if they used some ultra exclusive eggs. The otoro and chutoro solidified the bluefin tuna as the king of fish, and the monkfish liver was *chef's kiss*. And don't forget the uni handroll and the fish (forgot what kind) served with crab based broth... absolutely divine. These are just some of the many highlights of a perfect meal. With the addition of the premium sake pairing? You basically get a taste of Japan without purchasing a ticket to the other side of the world. I'm not telling people to drop hundreds of dollars for a casual meal here. But if you're celebrating a special occasion, sushi AMANE is the perfect place. read more

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We made dinner reservations for V-Day weekend. The omakase counter is hidden in the lower level of the restaurant. The vibe is very intimate and cozy! We started off with around 4-5 appetizers (steamed egg pudding, two sashimi dishes, ankimo, several steamed fish dishes, torched scallop). Appetizers were pretty good-- I especially loved the steamed egg and ankimo! We then had around 9 different nigiri pieces (including my loveeeee uni), followed by miso soup. Compared to the other omakase places I've been to, the nigiri pieces here have a "blander"taste profile. Not a bad thing-- maybe because the fish is so fresh, they're trying to highlight the taste of the fish itself! I only wish they gave us more nigiri instead of having so many appetizers. Miso soup, on the other hand, was quite salty. The chef also came around asking if we wanted more (which I thought meant it was an encore sushi piece, which is quite common in the omakase in Korea). After we requested 2 pieces though, we were charged-- so be wary that this isn't free!! Lastly we had black sugar ice cream dessert. Dessert was AMAZINg-- I wish I could bring some home! Overall, chef was super nice, food was good, and staff was very attentive. The whole course took a little over 2 hours (the pace is on the slower side, compared to the other places I've been too). read more

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Five of us went for dinner to celebrate my husband's birthday. Before sushi, we were served several small dishes. The chef explained what they were. Every dish was exquisite, creative and super delicious! The chef also told us what was the fish and where it came from before serving each sushi which made us more appreciative of each piece. Overall omakase here is the best we've experienced in NYC, tastewise and money wise. we'll go back and we'll let our friends know. read more

One of my favorite omakases in the city, for the intimacy, consistency, and simplicity. Amane is not one of the super modern (Joji, Nakaji) or show places (Icca, Yoshino), but rather strives to maintain a demure and traditional approach to sushi. The rice is more acidic, and not too strong flavored, but I like it a lot. And temperature with the fish is great -- it all comes together very nicely to the tongue. Coming here for 3 years, the standouts I've had are - Nodoguro on top of uni rice - Kegani, Abalone sushi - Kinmedai, Kasugo, Japanese Snapper: the white fish selection is always great. I've also had Nodoguro as a sushi a few times and it's a joy Amane is a relaxed procession of food. You will spend 2 to 2.5 hrs there, and Chef will slice a lot of the fish in front of you, so you can watch and enjoy the show. The drink menu is decent, and offers selection at every price point. The markup is reasonable, and corkage at $80 is also very reasonable. They have Zalto glassware, which is a joy for wine lovers. read more

This was the most incredible dining experience I've ever had. I've never said that before, having visited hundreds of restaurants. Chef Hayashi was the kindest, most talented chef I've ever met. His fish selection is top notch, and his ability to use texture, temperature, and sauce to enhance the flavors is truly mind blowing. I was trying all new fish, and everything I ate was spectacular. He takes such pride in his craft that it is impossible to dislike anything he produces. The wait staff was INCREDIBLE, filling up our drinks, clearing plates, and wiping our seating areas whenever need be. They were so friendly, and honestly made the environment incredible. The dining area was intimate, CLEAN, and calming. This place is a steal for the price relative to other restaurants. 100% dine at sushi AMANE. One meal here will change your perspective on food for a lifetime. I could not be more pleased. read more

Sushi Amane is a true gem for omakase lovers. The precision and artistry behind each piece are unmatched, with the freshest ingredients and flawless execution. The intimate setting adds to the experience, making it feel personal and special. Our waiter was very attentive and warm and was very knowledgeable on each dish. While pricey, the quality justifies it--every bite is worth savoring. A must-visit for sushi connoisseurs! read more

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sushi AMANE had been on my bucket list for some time, but it's not easy to score a rez there since the small space only accommodates 9 patrons. Upon arrival diners are escorted separately down a flight of stairs into a basement area. Then we wended our way through a few rooms to finally enter sushi Amane's lair; I kept thinking that this well hidden space would make a great safe house! The decor is spare with cinderblock walls and blonde wood, and mellow jazz music created a nice peaceful vibe. Seating was very tight. This was my first experience of eating Edomae style sushi. Edomae is a style of sushi that was invented in Tokyo about 200 years ago as a cheap fast food snack for laborers (imagine that?). Edomae involves treating some of the fish with a cooking or curing element before serving it, and fish should be sourced only from Japan - preferably from Tokyo Bay although that is not practical anymore. We started with a bottle of Mimorusugi sake chosen from their nicely curated menu. Our sake was decanted into a small metal pitcher to keep it cold. Nice touch. Each course was artfully served in beautiful handmade dishes with much care. Among my sushi favorites were golden-eyed snapper; white shrimp; toro sashimi and rolls; and luscious Hokkaido uni. Also enjoyed the abalone with matsutake mushroom. A small bowl of flavorful miso soup and sweet tamago (egg custard) ended the feast. Chef Hayashi is highly skilled and very friendly. During our short chat it was revealed that I had lived in the same small town in Japan as did the Chef's older brother - a small world indeed. Wonderful and unique experience overall. read more

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Probably one of my favorite omakase experiences in the city! Haven't heard too much about this place before booking a reservation, but was pleasantly surprised. Everything was super fresh and well prepared. The rice was always fresh for each course and a bit on the warmer side, which I prefer. Great selection of pieces as well - nodoguro & uni rice appetizer, ebi, uni, otoro, chutoro, and hairy crab were some favorites. Would have liked to see scallop on the menu, but not a big deal as I'm sure the pieces are dependent on what's being flown in. The service was also great - cleaned the platter between each course and our water glass was never empty. I noticed that the chef always gave each course to the female diner first, which actually hasn't happened in the previous omakases I've been to. A small thing but definitely appreciated! I usually prefer more nigiri and less appetizers, but there was a great balance and felt full, but not uncomfortably so afterward. I was also looking forward to the tamago course and it did not disappoint - definitely one of the best and more unique recipes I've had and would buy a whole block of it if I could. read more

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We went here to celebrate our anniversary and this was our first time here. We'd been to Mifune upstairs about 4 times so we expected Sushi Amane to be even better and it did not disappoint! Service was impeccable and all the dishes were perfect! The chef is also very nice and accommodating for those that want to take a lot of pictures and videos! At the end of the nigiri before moving on to the hand roll, they do ask if anyone wants to try the special that wasn't included or have another piece of something they've already had. This is of course a la carte and extra on top of the omakase. My husband got another piece of the white ebi, which was his favorite while I got the special which was hotate. For me the best is tied between the chūtoro and the uni. I wish I'd gotten another piece of them. There is no dessert included but the last piece is the tamago. It tasted so heavenly, almost like flan, that it might have as well been the dessert! Overall, we left very happy and satisfied and will definitely come back again! read more

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Delicious upscale omakase place deserving of its Michelin star. The service was attentive and great as well. Really stood out for its amazing quality fish and well seasoned rice. A quiet 8 seat dining area makes it a good place for conversation. They serve a good collection of Japanese wine and sake here too. read more

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Overrated Michelin one star omakase. Came here for a birthday celebration and was super excited for delicious sushi. The location is the basement level of Mifune (with a small sign outside for Sushi Amane) so if you're looking for the restaurant, be on the lookout for Mifune New York. Upon entering the restaurant, the servers ask you for your ID and vaccination card/QR code before letting you in. The servers then took us to the basement. In the basement, there was a small nine seater sushi bar which was pretty typical, but outside the sushi bar there were random tables and chairs which made the basement seem unfinished. After we ordered our sake, our dishes started arriving. There were only a few pieces that really "wowed" me, which was a pity give its rating. Overall the sushi had too much soy sauce so most pieces tasted too salty and the amount of wasabi was inconsistent - too much in some pieces and not enough in other pieces. Additionally, the service was not on par given the price point paid. Most Michelin restaurant servers are diligent enough to notice whether the customer is left handed or right handed given the placement of utensils. Although I typically don't tell the servers I am left handed (I simply place my utensils to the other side), all other high ended restaurants I've been to will notice such detail and accommodate accordingly. I had deliberately switched placement of my utensils throughout the night with no acknowledgement from the servers. Moreover, we ordered a bottle of sake and were basically pouring the sake ourselves for the night. Honestly it's not that big of a deal - if I had been paying for medium price point for my dinner or if this had not been a Michelin star restaurant this would not have mattered. However if you are charging customers for premium price, then the customer service should be premium as well. Fairly disappointed with the food and service as this had been a birthday celebration, won't be coming here again. read more

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Sushi Amane is worth every pretty penny for a standout omakase meal. The omakase includes 4 small dishes, 9 nigiri sushi, hand roll, and miso soup. Everything was absolutely perfect. Seriously, not a single piece wasn't executed perfectly. Of course I did have some favorites such as the chu-toro and uni. The soy sauce was clearly house made and I think my friend asked about 5 times how they made it lol. We would both buy several bottles of it if given the opportunity. The miso soup was also fantastic and put other miso soups with takeout sushi to shame. Some secrets will never be shared- guess we just have to revisit! read more

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Recent visit with new Executive chef Tomoyuki Hayashi (former Michelin star Executive Chef at Sushi Azabu). Been to Sushi Azabu couple of times when he was there and was very impressed with the sushi omakase (had them in my top 5 sushi omakase in town as I wrote in my yelp review at that time - 03/14/17), so I knew the omakase here was going to be just as good, or even better. First off, price went down; it's now $200, instead of $250. Second, Hayashi san does include otoro and shiro ebi, which were not included with the previous chef, well at least in my visits. Unfortunately, still no small dessert at the end. But, only $200 for this high level of omakase, I can live without it. Service - much improved, excellent. Also, nice to be surrounded this time by more 'mature' patrons. Highest recommendation Will be back again soon. : 10 calendars read more

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TLDR: Intimate authentic omakase with an upcoming star who apprenticed under legendary Chef Saito. You will be served by one of the best, with ingredients of the highest quality but you will feel a serious lightness in your wallet. You are committing to a $650+ meal for 2 with no alcohol. When I had first read about sushi AMANE and who the chef was, I had immediately added this to my Bookmarks. Chef Shion apprenticed under Takashi Saito of three Michelin-starred Sushi Saito of Tokyo. I did foolishly try to book Saito on my last trip but that didn't work out. This meal was an incredibly generous birthday meal from my significant other. This is an experience for purists, there is no music in the background, all eyes are on Chef Uino as he serves out each course. With the kind of experience he has had, I guess I had relatively high expectations. Every course we served you could taste the detail, the preparation. All of the fish and seafood were of the highest grade. The seasoning is on the more minimal side, leaving each protein to speak for itself. A slice of abalone, a perfect cut of octopus, pen shell between a thin sheet of crisp nori; each plate showing his expertise. The hairy crab with vinegar in it's own shell was very tasty. Now the nigiri. All of the pieces were great and were executed flawlessly but none of them except one - really wowed me. There was a steamed sushi piece that was unique and in all honesty, I thought this was the best piece. Better than the toro or the kinmedai. The soup was good, the hand roll was enjoyable but again, neither really seemed stunning. The tamago was also one of the moistest ones I've ever had, which while unique; I didn't love. Despite all of the omakases we've eaten, perhaps our palettes aren't sophisticated enough to fully appreciate a menu of this level. No alcohol this set my lady back around $670 with tax/tip. That is a LOT of money for one meal, so many McNuggets we could buy! I'm not saying you won't enjoy your dinner but I don't know if you'll feel like it was worth it in the end. We are happy to have tried sushi AMANE but don't think we'll have much or any replay here. read more

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Gonna give a review as an omakase amateur. Very personal, quiet ambiance for a calm sushi experience. Lots of interesting textures but overall the food didn't wow me for the price point. An unassuming experience. The food was methodically and carefully crafted by chef Hayashi, probably possibly because of the 7 people at our seating. I enjoyed the piece for the most part and had a great meal. Not sure if I would go again, and at this price point. Maybe I'll revisit this review when I try more omakase, but this is the best (and most expensive) tasting omakase I've had so far. read more

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I seem to go to Sushi Omakase's for my birthday every year and this year we chose sushi Amane, which made us venture into midtown on a weekend - a rare occurrence. We sat at the counter for the 8:30 seating and had a great experience watching the sushi be prepared. My favorite and most memorable was the sequence of various pieces of toro nigiri at the end, however all the fresh fish was very tasty and it was interesting to a have some cooked pieces in the mix. My fiancé and I also don't like uni so we did not try the uni trio and instead i believe were served seared tuna. The hairy crab was also very delicious as was the octopus - the glaze it was marinated in was so tasty. My only wish was that they had salmon here. I probably won't be back because we still have other omakase's we want to try but I think this is worth coming to if you're ready to pay for it as it was quite expensive. read more

Yum yum! Had a great experience, food was delicious. Would go back. I liked that it felt private.

Went to this place the other day and had a great time! Sushi was very high quality, but tbh only a few of the pieces really stood out, but you can still taste and feel the quality of the fish. Really enjoyed the uni based dishes as the uni was very creamy. I also liked how there was a lot of food (4 side dishes, 9 nigiri, 1 hand roll, and 1 dessert). You will leave satisfied HOWEVER, this place gets it's strength from the overall experience. The chef is so skilled and watching him do his thing is like watching an artist make a painting. The service was also so good and so in sync with the chef and other routines. The way that plates were changed, orders were asked, sushi was given, etc, was in fine tune -- it was like watching a choreography/play Really enjoyed my time here and honestly it doesn't hurt to go by yourself (I did just that) read more

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I was treated to the omakase at sushi AMANE by my wife for my birthday, and I loved everything about this wonderful experience. The omakase room is located downstairs from Mifune. The minimalistic space features concrete and light wood, and a sushi station that takes center stage ands sits 8 guests. Chef Shion Uino is totally in control; the impression I got is of an incredible attention to details, while at the same time the chef also appears completely relaxed. In fact, the omakase was a very relaxing experience. It's just you, chef Uino, and super-fresh, delicious seafood. The only other people you will ever see is a waitress that takes drink orders, and one assistant that brings bowls of vinegar-seasoned rice to the chef when needed. It's hard to pick favorites out of a long selection of dishes, all unique in flavor and presentation, all super-fresh, and all delicious, without making a disservice to the chef, but I will try: - Abalone and tako with fresh wasabi. - Salmon roe with yuzu. - Hokkaido hairy crab served in its own shell in a sauce of Japanese black vinegar. - Trio of uni (2 from Hokkaido, 1 from Kyushu). - Saba (mackerel) with spring onion. - Nogoduro (red throated seabass with daikon). - Kohada (gizzard shad). - Hotate (scallop) and roll. - The 3 different cuts of tuna (maguro, chutoro, o-toro). - The cooked sushi. - Unagi. - Tamago (egg omelette) to end the dinner. I wanted the evening never to end. read more

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Incredibly overpriced for very little food. The idea of an outdoor Omakase was quaint and interesting. But the food was very lack luster. Would not recommend this place Service was good though and it seemed like they cared and were attentive. But not at the level I would expect for a one Michelin restaurant. Disappointed and will not return read more

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Good but not worth the money and slightly disappointing. We were very excited to try Shion Uino's omakase. After all, when we were in Tokyo, Sushi Saito was one of the places I did not get to try. There are only 2 seatings per night (6 and 8:30) at the 8 seat counter. The restaurant also has a pretty strict reservation no-show policy, so make sure you are able to make it. The style is very traditional - limited use of ingredients other than soy unlike many of its NYC competitors. There were unfortunately a lot more cooked fish dishes that counted towards the normal number of "pieces" served. Not only those cooked fish were all over-cooked in my opinion, but also there was one that was poorly executed (the scallop in seaweed - as at least one reviewer mentioned, was really chewy and very overcooked). Clearly chef's expertise is not in cooked fish, so why even bother putting them out on the table. The nigiri was good (rice portion was slightly on the smaller side) but we left feeling a little hungry and more to be desired. The standouts were the hairy crab, the uni (as always), and the horse mackerel. Omakase here is $250/pp - on the high end of NYC. With such a strong pedigree I was willing to splurge, but unfortunately, I left wanting more. Even if we took price out of the equation, I enjoyed other places better (Zo, Nakazawa, etc). read more

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Cuisine: 10 Service: 8 Decor: 9 Value: 8 Overall: 9 "It doesn't get much better than this." was a recurring thought as I experienced various dishes throughout one of my most anticipated meals ever. Why you ask? I have been to Japan twice, and called months ahead for a reservation at Michelin three star restaurant Saito, widely considered as the best sushi available in Tokyo, probably the world. Never even sniffing the chance to eat there, Sushi Amane would be the closest thing to actually dining at Saito since the young chef, Shion Uino, is from my #1 bucket list restaurant around the world. Unlike Daisuke Nakazawa, who is really just a tamago cook in Jiro's restaurant and marketed to super stardom, this was the actual 2nd sushi chef at Saito since the age of 18. He's only 27 years old now. Chef Uino may not have been on a famous Netflix documentary, but trust me, he's head and shoulders above Nakazawa. I'll start by congratulating the owners for getting the sushi bar nearly perfect. Simple, sleek, beautiful, light colored wooden bar, built with the cutting board slightly below eye level for the artistry that is meant as a feast for your sight as much as it is for the stomach. The fact that Sushi Amane is under ground, away from the hustle and bustle of the concrete jungle above, you're left focusing on the tremendous experience that is about to commence. I dare say that this feeling almost transported me back to having top notch sushi in Japan. Very few other Japanese restaurants in NYC (shoutouts to Cagen and Azabu) have that effect on me. The only reason why it did not receive a 10 for decor was the eclectic music that switched between Japanese zen-like jazz and at times EDM. What about the food you ask? I have to be honest, I was hoping for an experience where every bite blew my mind and took me to a new realm of gastronomic ecstasy. However, I have to somewhat hold back some of my expectations knowing that I have dined at some of the best restaurants in the world, most of the major cities in the USA, and certainly all around NYC. With that said, Sushi Amane introduced some familiar ingredients to me in new ways, while elevating some classic dishes to OMG status. Here is the omakase that our party of four enjoyed. 1. Awabi (Abalone) in Salted Ice Water 2. Steamed Abalone & Sweet Soy Braised Octopus 3. Grilled Tairagai (Penshell Clam) in Seaweed 4. Uni (Sea Urchin) Trio - Kyushu, Hokkaido Marusaki (long spikes) & Bafun (short spikes) 5. Fuedai (Pig Face Snapper) Broth 6. Stuffed Squid w/ Sweet Vinegar Sauce 7. Hokkaido Hairy Crab w/ Tamale & Vinegar 8. Grilled Nodoguro (Black Throat Sea Perch) 9. Sushi Selection Hirame (Flounder) Tai (Snapper) Kohada (Gizzard Shad) Akami Zuke (Marinated Lean Tuna) Chu-toro (Medium Fatty Tuna) O-toro (Fatty Tuna) Shiro Ika (White Squid) Kisu (Japanese Whiting) Aji (Horse Mackerel) Uni (Sea Urchin) Anago (Conger Eel) 10. Mixed Tuna Hand Roll 11. Clam Miso Soup 12. Tamago (Egg Omelet) There are too many highlights, starting with chilled Awabi that was crunchy and sweet, leading to the most flavorful Octopus I ever had. Uni Trio allowed us to directly compare the mini sea urchins from Kyushu with the two varieties from Hokkaido. I've tasted Hokkaido Hairy Crab many times, but this was the best, and definitely contended for my favorite dish of the night. Another top competitor for that title was the Nodoguro, which attacked all my senses with reckless abandonment. Moment of truth, the sushi. It is the driving force behind why I work so damn hard, to pay for my unshakeable lust and obsession. I can't lie, though it easily climbs to the top 5 sushi joints in NYC, it didn't live up to the crazy hype. Maybe my quest is not finished and my destiny is still a date with SAITO. Regardless, it was excellent, with the unique piece being the Kisu. It was served on a plate grilled atop hot rice. Absolutely delicious. Maybe the only letdown of the meal was the Anago. Though beautifully presented, it was nowhere near as tender as the best I had in Japan, or even locally. Surprising. Here is where my praises continue. For me, no other Japanese restaurant in this city has a better ending to a meal than Sushi Amane. Wow! The only word needed to describe the umami in my mouth after the first sip of the Clam Miso Soup. Double wow! Reserved for the best Tamago ever. Bar none. Not even close. Forget Jiro's version. Forget all versions. This is my favorite. It changes everything I know about Tamago, and I love it. Closer to dessert than what I'm accustomed to, but I don't care and truly appreciate the creativity. It's simply amazing! These final two items shows the credentials of a world class chef that's been tirelessly perfecting his craft all his life. Folks, Sushi Amane just raised the bar for the rest of the Japanese restaurants in NYC. Thank you! read more

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It is OK for nearly $700 for two persons. I've had similar omakase for 1/5 price in New York, just slightly less fancy presentation and fish quality. But the way sushi is made, marinated and stuff, is the same. $50 for 18 courses vs $250 for 10 courses plus some rather delicate and impressive appetizers, finished with one magic strawberry cut in half, gotta really think about it!!! read more

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Very expensive. $250pp and sake bottles were all around $240 each. Didn't stop us from getting one but still. The ambiance is great. Loved the sushi bar setup though wish the chef was more interactive. He barely talked with anyone the entire night. Loved the sommelier - she was super helpful in helping us pick a sake. The sushi was good and I don't think there was really a single course I disliked (except maybe the egg cake, which I didn't love), but they didn't have as many different types of tuna that night (only one medium fatty tuna - most places offer more), they didn't have any salmon pieces (my favorite), and also no scallop or shrimp pieces - all pieces I usually look forward to. We might have just gotten unlucky that night. Yelp photos show the uni tasting to have 3 types though we only had 2. It was amazing nonetheless - the Santa Barbara one was probably some of the best I've ever had. If you're celebrating something, you can call ahead and they will give you a dessert with a short personal note for $15. Overall, good food but not so remarkable to be worth the price tag. Spend that money on Uchu or Omakase Room by Tatsu. read more

When you came to Sushi Amane , price is no longer relevant. So this review neglect price factor. Overall we had a wonderful Omakase experience(outside). Every dish had its own uniqueness. The sophisticate taste hide in the simplicity look. Chef (shion Uino)is paying attention to every detail. Ingredients were top notch. This sushi is stand out of the crowd and highly recommended. read more

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Great sushi and omakase selections. Drink menu however is more exclusive to Japanese whisky/liquor and less about light drinks or cocktails. Overall a good experience and good quality, but missing 1 star for something eye catching and memorable. read more

My boyfriend took me here for our 100 days together celebration and while it was a nice gesture, the whole dinner cost us $700! The two of us got 2 sets of omakases and 2 glasses of wine. The omakase set came with more than just nigiri, it came with items such as hairy crab, mackerel, bbq squid etc. It was an experience seeing the chef perform the entire process but the food honestly didn't taste super amazing. They also provided nigiri, and I have to say most other omakases I've been to definitely had better tasting fish. The dessert they provided us was a "Japanese strawberry" which tasted like a regular strawberry. I think overall, it was a cute gesture to have dinner at an expensive restaurant, but the 8 people dining didn't make the experience feel great either. I think it's not really worth $700 for a meal for 2 but some could judge otherwise. I wouldn't really come back again. read more

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Highly recommended! The location was a little hard to find because it's downstair inside of Mifune. Server was very polite and attentive. Most importantly all the dishes was delicious. specially the abalone. read more

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The food was amazing, the service was impeccable, and the staff went above and beyond to accommodate our schedule. We had a show to run off to a bit early and the chef adjusted his timing masterfully to make sure we received all of the courses in time. Thank you so much sushi AMANE!!! read more

If you love Edomae sushi, this is THE place to go in NYC. Probably the best Edomae sushi I've had - I even like it better than Sukiyabashi Jiro in Tokyo. Why 4 stars then? My preference is edomae sushi with a slight modern spin to it but only slightly (for example, Robin in SF is way too far to the modern side that I didn't enjoy it that much). So far, my favorite sushi places that do the edomae with a slight spin is Ju-ni in SF or Sushi Zo in LA. However, you can't go wrong with AMANE. The ingredients sourced and used is top notch and some you rarely see in most sushi restaurants in the US. The attention to detail and focus on customer service/attention is just as if you were in Japan. I loved that. I felt transported from Manhattan to some high end cozy sushi restaurant in Japan. It is very expensive $250/pp and there's tax & tip & drinks, so be prepared. But i'll say at the end, I was super stuffed and wish it was slightly cheaper with 2 fewer courses. It wasn't TOO hard to book surprisingly! I was able to get a 6pm reservation 2.5 weeks before, although it was for a weekday and not weekend which might be harder. There's only 8 seats and 2 seatings per night so definitely not a place for a big group. I would say max 3 people otherwise it'll be hard to talk to each other. Also one last tip - this place is hidden inside Mifune restaurant. So you'll have to go into Mifune and tell them you're going to Amane. read more

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I'm not an expert in omasake, but this place was great! The sushi was like none I have ever had before. The quality was just pristine. Compared to other prices I have seen in Manhattan for omasake, this seems to be a steal. We even got some additional pieces that we wanted to try and they were all delicious. My only comment would be that the chef really didn't spend time talking about the fish or where it came from, but rather just named the fish as he served it. It would've been cool to get to talk to him and hear him speak about what he was serving. read more

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Sitting in front of the sushi counter, I start to wonder what makes everyone giving such good reviews. The cooked fish dishes are average, the quality of sushis are average, the service is also little under the standard. Nothing special and surprise except the smile from the young chef. I just simply don't understand how people think this is the amazing omakase they never had, compare to the prices (＄250/person without tip), there are way more better places in town for better SUSHI. It is not bad, it is plain and normal. read more

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First omakase experience ever and it was magical. Obviously on the pricey end, but worth every penny. A beautiful 9 seat counter tucked away in a hidden basement of a bigger restaurant. Each piece of sushi was delicious with the perfect amount of wasabi hidden within them. Miso soup was scrumptious. Sake and whiskeys were had and enjoyed. Lucky to have been here, will be lucky to go back some day. read more

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It is definitely one of the best in NYC. I have been three times since it opened and all of my visits were fantastic. The ingredients and the technique/flavor are remarkable, and some of them are very creative. Both sushi and other cooked fish/stuffed octopus were amazing. Uni tasting was fantastic, but my favorite was the seaweed wrapped scallop. I usually can't finish hand rolls at the end because I am always stuffed, but Chef Uino's handrolls are amazing, even I was so full (their omakase is 20+ pieces) I wanted to get another one!!! What's more is you really see how detailed and meticulous Chef Uino is on preparing the sushi. It's always a wonderful experience there! read more

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Fantastic omakase at $150pp. Outstanding Sake too. Very happy to celebrate an intimate special night here. Worthy of the recommendation it received from Chef Yoshitake in Tokyo. read more

sushi AMANE - Sushi Bars Near Me - New York, New York

Hey yo. First of all, sushi AMANE was INSANE to the MEMBRANE! I wanted to splurge during the holidays, and I stumbled upon this establishment while searching for omakase dinners in the city. I was fortunate enough to get a reservation on a Saturday night (made a month in advance), and I can say it was worth every penny. Newly Michelin Star-appointed sushi AMANE was amazing from start to finish. Notable pieces chomped: 1. Small Tuna Slices - great opening act, very flavorful. 2. Uni with Roe and Yuzu - I actually had a flavorgasm with this dish. This definitely woke me up and made me realize that Chef Uino was the real deal. 3. Hokkaido Crab - I'd never seen anything like this, but it was definitely a memorable dish. I don't want to be too redundant with my review, but my sentiments pretty much go along with every other positive review posted here. Chef Uino's attention to detail is immaculate, and the journey (~23 courses) was defintely a Michelin-worthy experience. read more

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Sushi Amane feels like an experience. From the decor, to the chef, to the food, you are not just paying to eat a couple pieces of sushi, you are paying to watch a disciplined performance and you get to eat at the same time. The omakase here is a bit steep - but you get a bunch of small dishes before the sushi and it is totally worth it. It was a quiet, serene, relaxing, oiishi experience. I highly recommend it. As it is omakase, I really don't know what he will serve each time, so I have no recommendations. Just go with an open mind and an empty belly. read more

Melt in your mouth sashimi. Got the omakase which offered a variety of authentic Japanese dishes including nigiri. Best sushi I've ever had. Never thought seafood could be so amazingly prepared! The service was great and I'd recommend tipping hard during these times!! read more

sushi AMANE - Sushi Bars Near Me - New York, New York

This was one of those meals you almost wish it wasn't so good so you don't have the craving for yet another splurge of a meal. But it is. And it was totally hands down worth the splurge. An beautiful mix of both raw and cooked items (oh hairy crab from Hokkaido, how I love thee), AMANE sources a good number of items straight from Japan. It is amazing watching the wizardry of the chef, and getting to taste the magic of his creations. The tasting of 3x uni was one of the most memorable, and I should note that they were able to accommodate my gluten-free diet and replaced a few of my pieces with o-toro. Definitely better if you don't have dietary restrictions and can try the spectrum of what he has to offer, but I appreciate him being able to work with me. Small portions, but enough course coming that you'll be full rolling out while savoring the memories of this meal. Paws waving, hungry cat definitely wants to come back... soon. read more

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Went for wife's birthday. The first white fish appetizer, crab and uni were memorable but otherwise sushi was super dissapointing ie some pieces had too much wasabi, some pieces too much vinegar or sushi rice too hot. Cooked dishes were also a wash. Don't waste ur time or money here. Much better sushi places in nyc for the price. read more

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