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Sushi By M

4.5 (1.2k reviews)
Ultra High-EndSushi Bars
Closed • 1:00 pm - 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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Anna C.

OBSESSED!!!! I went with the $65 omakase experience and it was INCREDIBLE!!! I love being able to see the chefs work their magic. Everything melted in my mouth and I was in heaven. the service was top notch, ALL of the chefs and the hostess were so amazing, accommodating, and sweet. Everyone treated me as if I were their friends, we were taking shots together and laughing the night away. I would absolutely come back the next time I'm in NYC. This is an absolute must if you're in NYC! Please come to DC!!

Maria R.

Really great service. I went during the week around 530. I was able to get a seat with no wait. I wasnt able to get as many pics as I wanted. Everything had wonderful flavors and the people were very friendly. The fish was fresh and the sauces went really well together. Ive walked pass a few times and when I looked them up online the menu looked great. The staff checked on me after each bite I was even given house sake on the house. I would definitely come back again. The omakase was worth it.

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Katrina C.

Everything was so delicious and fish quality was great! I went around 5pm when they opened for dinner and was able to get a table. I did omakase for $69 and got 12 pieces and it was more than enough. But added one more Big Mac special which had waygu beef, toro, and uni. It was good but a little much flavor in one bite. Overall, a great experience!

Jason W.

I'm starting to get a little bit of whiplash from all of the sub-$100 omakase spots that have popped up in NYC now. Perhaps we're a bit spoiled, but I thought Sushi by M was just OK. First, service was quick and efficient, though I wouldn't say especially attentive. It's an absolutely PARTY in here on the weekends, with loud music and birthdays going on. It's definitely a fun dinner, but I wouldn't come here if you're looking for something more personal or quiet. The food was solid, but I don't think it really stands out from the other omakase places that have popped up. The nigiri was tasty and the fish was fresh. Solid spot if you're craving for some decent sushi.

Amber C.

When sitting in a sushi omakase, always do bar and never a table. Mistake making a table seating because bar you get to watch first hand and second, the nigiri is at its utmost state because when it's pre-prepared, the components become soggy. That being said, the fish quality here was not that great. It was very aesthetic and the combinations were unique, but some pieces overshadowed the combination due to how fishy it was. The toro and oysters tasted a bit fishy. Rice was okay. There are better spots in Manhattan.

Gal R.

Best omakase value in NYC. $100 gets you 2 appetizers, 15 pieces, and a hand roll -- and nothing feels cut-rate. The Hokkaido uni was piled generously and top quality, the Chu Toro with truffle was excellent, and the A5 Wagyu with uni and foie gras was genuinely sublime. Don't sleep on the oyster happy hour -- 6 for $15. The chef is warm and attentive in a way that makes the whole experience feel personal. He noticed how I engaged with the uni and took a moment to connect over it -- that kind of hospitality is rare. World-class experience at a fraction of the price. A must

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Patrick Z.

Y'all I don't even know where to begin, I probably, no, I DEFINITELY had one of the best dining experiences of my life here at Sushi by M. I truly had some of the most fun ever alongside some absolutely incredible sushi all while celebrating Alexa's birthday!!! WOW I will never be able to recommend this place enough. So I did the 18 course option and if I talk about every single piece, which I easily could, this review would span the length of a new york times best selling novel. Let me tell you about my favorites. My absolute favorite, thankfully saved for last, was the BBQ Eel Avocado. WOW. WOW. WOW. The flavors were taking my tongue through uncharted territory that was one of the best things Ive ever put inside of my mouth I'm actually falling into a depression that I can't permanently have that taste in my mouth. Second favorite has to be the Madai (Red Snapper) which was equally smooth and sharp. It allowed me to roll my eyes back in bliss while packing a punch. Unbelievable. The King Salmon had me in disbelief that salmon could taste this way. So unique. And my last fav was the Albacore Tuna which was just a classic prepared to perfection with an amazing crunch to it that sealed the deal. All of this incredible food matched with the most fun hospitality I could ever experience. All the sushi chefs were here to have a GOOD TIME!!! Taking shots of Japanese Whiskey with us in between each dish, singing their hearts out with us in Karaoke, and celebrating one incredible night. Sushi by M is THE PLACE TO BE if you want to have the night of your life.

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Rachel G.

We finally got a chance to try the omakase at Sushi by M and it didn't disappoint. The chef and server were both attentive and communicated what each course was. The fish quality was great and everything tasted so fresh. There wasn't a single piece I didn't like. They let you order more pieces, but we were full from the omakase. Definitely my new omakase spot!

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Kevin L.

Betty took care of us, super legit! Chef fun AF, karaoke night omakase wat da?!? Say no more, come here for good Shari and fish, plus karaoke bonus perhaps! Will be back soon!

Jonathan N.

Honestly, if I could rate this above 5 stars, I WOULD 100% WOULD! if you're looking for an omakase place in New York, I would highly recommend this place! I did the omakase course with wagyu. Each sushi piece made tasted very fresh like it was bought from the market a second ago. Along with that, the chefs makes it a more meaningful experience. From interacting with you to taking shots and doing karaoke at the end, I would say this was one of the best experiences I've encountered in my life. Immaculate service too from the waiters! Recommending which sake to get and partying with me and my friends. Definitely will be coming back in the future for more!

Lila L.

Came here on a Thursday afternoon for lunch without resy. We wanted to sit at the bar but had to wait a bit since it was all occupied. We ended up just sitting at a table and they gave us a free sake shot on the house for waiting. We got the 18 pieces for $100. The sushi pieces were on the smaller side, but we still left feeling quite full. Service was attentive but kind of slow, maybe since we weren't sitting at the bar the chefs couldn't see when we were done with each course. Happy to finally try but quite similar to the other affordable omakases, nothing really stood out.

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Cindy Z.

I had some visitors in town and brought them here because it's one of the highest rated affordable omakase in NYC. We made reservations beforehand, but arrived early and was seated immediately at the bar. For omakase, you have to sit at the bar for the full experience. They offer a 13 course for $69 and 17 course for $100; as we opted for the $100 omakase with higher quality fish. We also paired the omakase meal with two bottles of sake: Dessai 39 ($50) and Dessai Blue 50 ($55) between the three of us. The waiter consistently came around to pour the bottle for us and kept the alcohol coming. To start off, we had an oyster and snow crab rice appetizer. Then the nigiris started one by one before ending with a toro handroll. Each piece was so fresh, flavorful, and delicious. My favorite is the wagyu, uni, and foie gras combo that was such a luscious bite. As we were also celebrating my birthday, they surprised us at the end of with mini sashimi platter, which was amazing! This is way better than any birthday cake, such a treat.

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Azile Y.

Went back after 7 years and it was just as good as ever! The staff is FANTASTIC, and the omakase and add-ons are scruuuumptious. M, Jeff and Dani really took care of us

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Came back and was not disappointed. Best omakase in the city. Wonderful staff and amazing food. You must go here.

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How high are the chairs at the bar? We have 7 years old.. she's about 4 feet tall. Can she sit at the bar?

If she can sit still without trying to climb out or rock the chairs, she should be fine

We are interested in doing omakase. Can we bring our infant baby though?

You would want to reserve a table and not sit at the counter.

Can we ask for no wasabi for onakase?

Hi, yes you can. Just let our chefs know when you are seated

Is it okay to wear casual (like shorts)?

Yes it is pretty casual

Why is there no mention of sake / wine list? Is it byob?

they offer byob (at $20 bottle fee per bottle), but they also offer sake/wine in house, not sure why there isn't a posted list

How long should I expect to be there if I have a 2 PM reservation for the sushi bar omakase?

about 90 minutes

I made a reservation on Yelp for May 2022. Is this the omakase at the sushi bar or do we have to call to specify?

Hi, if you make reservation from Yelp. Your seat will be at sushi bar

I can't find a drink menu. Does this place have a sake menu?

Yeah, we have sake menu. But it is on iPad

Can you order the omakase during lunch hours?

Hi, lunch and dinner same menu…

If I get a Table reservation for dinner, can I order omakase? or do I need to sit at Sushi Bar? Thanks.

Hi. Yes, you can order omakase at table

Is tip included?

Hi no

Does everyone in your reservation have to order Omakase?

Hi, customers who seat at sushi bar need to order omakase, customer who seat at tables can order a la cart and handrolls

Should I text if I want to make a reservation for Omakase menu?

No. Go to their reservation page… 

Is it still BYOB?

Hi, we have liquor license now

Is it possible to do a gift card? And how long does it last? Thanks

Gift cards available on squareup

Are there heaters for outdoor dining?

I was here on April 11, 2021 and I did not see any heaters.

Are there heaters for outdoor dining?

There weren't any while I was there. The weather didn't demand it. I'm sure it's safe to say they have made some adjustments in that area now.

Can i bring my dog for outdoor dining?

hi yes, seating will be at the end tables if ok. Thank you!!

Are there any cooked substitutes or seared options besides the unagi? One member of our party does not handle raw fish too well.

There's seared wagyu beef and a seared albacore tuna

Hello, how long should I wake for a response through text? I have texted since yesterday but still haven't got a response!

Hi so sorry, our phone system got problem over the past 2 days, plz bear with us and can you dm us phone number, will text you from my personal number. Thank you and sorry for the trouble!!… 

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Momoya

Momoya

4.1(898 reviews)
1.2 mi•Chelsea
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Delicious, fresh and flavorful sushi with a variety of rolls, sashimi and wine. Super fast service,…read morebeautiful ambiance and no wait for a spot at the bar. Would definitely go back to try more of the menu!

Honestly, I'm surprised this restaurant has a four-star rating. While the service was excellent,…read morethe food was consistently disappointing. We started with a lychee martini that tasted overwhelmingly of vodka, with barely any lychee flavor. Of the appetizers--the seaweed salad, cucumber salad, and edamame dumplings--the cucumber salad was the best. The seaweed salad tasted like a standard prepackaged version, while the dumplings had an unusual, unpleasant flavor and tasted as though they had come straight from the freezer. For our main dishes, we ordered the chicken teriyaki bento box and udon with tempura. The udon was acceptable, but the tempura was excessively oily, lacking the light, crisp texture you would expect. Even the chicken teriyaki was underwhelming; it tasted more like a reheated, prepared meal than something freshly cooked. The sushi was another letdown, with an odd flavor and appearance. The dynamite roll was especially disappointing, with an unpleasant texture and very little flavor beyond a touch of heat. The staff deserves credit for their attentive, friendly service, but unfortunately, that couldn't make up for the quality of the meal. We left feeling genuinely disappointed.

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Sanyuu West

Sanyuu West

4.5(170 reviews)
1.2 mi•Chelsea
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After trying a dozen of sushi/omakase places in New York I can definitively the best I've had…read more The omakase at Sanyuu West is honestly unbeatable. Every single fish is very high quality I find many places like the skimp out on the less popular fish but not Sanyuu West. I think the omakase is also at a very good price for the quality and amount you get though I know it is more expensive than maybe the average omakase spot right now. I also find that other spots usually underdeliver. I wish I could save more detail but honestly I have nothing more to say other than the fact that Sanyuu Weat amazing. The restaurant itself is also more spacious than I expected. Besides the main bar there are two sitting areas near the window as well as seats lined up to the bathroom to make yourself comfortable two things that I think are a rare find now in many places. A lot of thought is put into this restaurant layout and I think you can tell. The service was also great I found myself never lacking in water or waiting too long for my next piece. In fact, I had started to apologize about drinking so much water because I felt like the hostess was constantly at my side refilling my cup and she just turned to me and said, "don't apologize. Drinking water is very important." So true!!!! I'm very picky abt my recommendations to friends, I'll review any place I go to and give my thoughts but a real recommendation? I only have around a dozen or so. And Sanyuu West is definitely now part of that dozen.

price - $87 per person pre tax…read more food - 5/5 service - 5/5 ambiance - 5/5 I got the chance to try out Sanyuu West for my birthday and I had such an amazing time! from the moment I stepped into the restaurant, the waiters were super sweet and attentive to my friend and I. the courses kept coming out and each piece was super tender and bursting with flavor! my favorite was definitely the uni, toro, and wagyu on milk bread course! I love how the flavors mix so well together, I felt like I was in heaven! the service was amazing, like the never left my water cup empty!!! (props to them) the ambiance inside was also super calm and vibey. overall, I had such an amazing time and I would love to go again soon

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Konban - Corn ice cream (@joeynht)

Konban

4.4(490 reviews)
1.3 mi•Chelsea

YUM! I've had this place saved for a while, and made a reservation ahead of time for dinner on a…read moreFriday night. The inside is so well laid out and decorated, and the vibes are great. We got the corn ribs, pork tenderloin katsu, and the mackerel sushi. The corn came out first and omg - this is some of the best corn I have ever tasted. The seasoning on it is so perfect sweet savory and so addicting! Best item by far. The katsu was also perfectly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, without feeling too greasy. It was quite a tiny portion but it's nyc lol. The only item we didn't love was the sushi - for me it was just a bit too much ginger and wasabi and since it was pressed it was already a part of the sushi so it was hard to separate. Overall though, this is a great spot for a nicer dinner!

It was a good dining experience, but nothing to write home about. I'd give 3.5 and wouldn't…read moredissuade anyone from trying it and making their own opinion. For three people, we paid about $200ish and got: - 2 beers - $21 Ebi Katsu - good but basically prawn tempura with flakier coating - $ 15 Konban Corn ribs - YUM - $17 Karaage - good, standard Izakaya - $15 Shishito peppers - LOVE - $36 Sushi set - Solid 8 pc nigiri - $22 Yellowtail crudo - refreshing w/sweet citrus - $24 Umami Tobiko Clam Pasta - get it! - $14 Konban Corn ice cream - so cute & corn-y! It's a lovely little date night or intimate dinner experience. Quiet, clean, and sets a nice mood. The food, again, was good but with all the great Izakaya in NYC would I come again? Not sure. If you do, definitely order the corn items and the clam pasta!

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Umami Sushi - Delicious coursed out hand rolls

Umami Sushi

4.3(289 reviews)
0.9 mi•West Village
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Stopped here for dinner on a Saturday on a whim and was so happy with our choice! We walked in and…read morewere seated right away. It is a really small place with around 6-8 tables so it probably gets busy at times and there may be a wait. One of the best parts of their menu here is that you can order sushi by the piece. My mom doesn't always have the biggest appetite so for her to be able to order only a few pieces instead of an entire roll was a huge plus! I had to crispy tuna rice appetizer and the dragon roll. Literally so good. I was seriously craving crispy rice and these were perfect. I would order this again and again. The sushi was fresh and taste great as well. Super glad we decided to come here!

This evening we were going to a jazz club where a friend of our son works at, but they don't serve…read morefood, so we had to find a place in the area of where the club is at. Do of course I use Yelp to find something that catches my eye close by where we need to be. I found umami Sushi. We usually can't go wrong with Japanese food or sushi. We had no problems finding the place. The description said it was a small restaurant and as we entered the dining area was very small. Our hotel room was probably bigger. That doesn't bother me especially if we get there, there tables for us to sit comfortably. I also trust my judgment when I find a place that seems to be popular by the locals. The restaurant was empty when we arrived. We were the only ones there, but for some reason we bring good vibes to the places we eat because not too long after we placed our order, people started coming in, to the point that the small dining room was packed. I love Omakase style Service and what we ordered was a sashimi/sushi platter for three and two special rolls. I thought I got to choose the rolls but even that was chefs choice. I was just a bit worried that they would give us the cheap rolls like spicy tuna or California roll. The platter came out and it was beautifully prepared with a piece of sashimi for each of us and the rolls the chefs chose, ended up being two of my favorite rolls. The types of fish they selected were also great quality fish. We were lucky to have placed our order before the crowd came in our we might have had to wait a while because how they prepared it would have taken some time. The service was just right. Because they got busy right away, the waitress was forced to attend to everyone and couldn't really socialize with us. In fact when we finished our platter we were debating what we wanted for dessert but the waitress didn't even ask us and instead she just brought us the bill, so we said to ourselves, "I guess we're not having dessert here." So we paid the bill and gave an opportunity for someone else to take our table.

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Umami Sushi - Salmon handroll (least favorite)

Salmon handroll (least favorite)

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