Cancel

Open app

Search

Sushi Mumi

4.3 (19 reviews)
Closed 5:30 pm - 10:00 PM

Sushi Mumi Photos

Business Info

You might also consider

Recommended Reviews - Sushi Mumi

Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
Yelp app icon
Browse more easily on the app
Review Feed Illustration

Reviews With Photos

Vivian L.

Came here last year during thanksgiving weekend after I kept seeing it and was impressed! I enjoyed kura (which was here before) and was excited for another omakase to open. The menu is reasonably priced for the quality and experience. We had several appetizers to start, then nigiri, soup, and dessert. Everything was really fresh! I also loved their chopstick holder - everyone had a different one. The dessert was also so good. Thinking of coming back already!

Chawanmushi
Joy C.

This is a new Japanese sushi cuisine restaurant that opened five months ago without a menu. The restaurant's name, "Mumi," seems a bit puzzling, but when I asked Chef Marco about the origin of the name, he explained that the highest level of Japanese matcha tea is "Mumi," which means "no taste." This is a state that transcends the sense of taste, and he wanted to bring this concept and philosophy to sushi, challenging himself to achieve the same "no taste" state with his sushi. The restaurant offers a five-course appetizer, ten pieces of nigiri, tamago, miso soup, and dessert for $250 per person. Overall, the food was surprisingly delicious, especially considering that recently, sushi that can satisfy one's taste buds costs at least $350. Therefore, it was impressive to be able to enjoy fresh ingredients, creatively arranged appetizers, and traditional sushi without any missteps at such a reasonable price. The appetizers were made with quality ingredients, and I could taste the freshness of the crab and sea urchin. My favorite piece of Nigiri was the Sayori/Needlefish from Chiba. Apparently, many sushi restaurants do not often use this type of fish in their sushi because it has many bones and is difficult to prepare. However, this piece of sushi had a slightly chewy texture, and I could taste the ginger seasoning used to marinate the fish. Chef Marco explained that not every customer may enjoy this taste, but I certainly did. The Anago was also very tasty as it was cooked in a broth instead of being grilled, giving it a moist and tender texture that melted in my mouth (though it was a bit messy to eat!). The only slightly peculiar piece was the North Carolina akami, which had a very soft, melting texture with a slightly acidic taste and a hint of metallic flavor. Overall, this is a high-value omakase restaurant. Chef Marco believes that customers who come to enjoy his omakase experience should leave feeling satisfied, so the restaurant offers a generous selection of appetizers and sushi. It is definitely a restaurant worth revisiting, and I am looking forward to the surprises Chef Marco will offer on my next visit.

Omakase 11/12/22 - Canadian lobster with uni
Katie M.

I'm always excited to find a newly opened omakase restaurant in NYC, and was very surprised (and saddened) to see Sushi Mumi is in the former Kura spot in the East Village. Ok, straight to the point: - When we went on 11/12/2022, they didn't have their liquor license yet so we had complimentary sake and wine. - The small plates were the stars of the meal. The lobster and uni dish we had was very indulgent. - I wasn't too impressed with the nigiri, which, let's be honest, is why we all come to an omakase experience. The rice in some pieces were dry and threw off the balance. Some fish were also underseasoned IMO. - Really loved the dessert, sweet sake panna cotta. I think $250pp for the caliber of ingredients, thought, and preparation of each dish is appropriate, but I don't think it was a perfect meal - but definitely has the potential to get there. Also - (to the restaurant) please steam your curtains!!!

Elaine W.

We booked Sushi Mumi for our New Year's Eve dinner, and I have to say I'm definitely pleased with that choice! The quality of the food was superb, and I loved the creativity from the chef. We started off with five appetizers: a steamed egg filled with crab and topped with ikura, monkfish liver, fried snapper topped with carmelized onions, grilled freshwater eel, and sous vide A5 wagyu. My personal favorite was the fried snapper by far, as I tend to like snapper a lot in general and I loved the combination of the carmelized onions with the crispier fried part of the fish. The steamed egg and monkfish were also top notch. Definitely off to a great start! During the main nigiri courses, we were also served two additional off-menu items. One of these was kind of an "inverse sushi", where the chef cut open the fish and stuffed it with rice. I think this one was my favorite piece of the evening (although everything else was pretty good as well)! My only nitpick was that there was quite a lot of wasabi used towards the beginning, which made it difficult to fully taste the fish without feeling pain (lol), but this went away after 4-5 nigiri pieces so I wouldn't say it was a dealbreaker. The dessert at the end (raspberry sweet sake panna cotta) was also fantastic! Overall, I would definitely recommend trying this out if you have the budget for it. One of my favorites!

Jianna L.

Recently discovered this gem of an omakase restaurant in NYC. I'm so glad to know that despite the recent surge in $$$ for sushi restaurants (or food in general) in NYC, I can get my sushi fix without shelling out $500+ each time. I went to Sushi Mumi without doing much research, but found found myself pleasantly surprised. The otsumami were all genuinely delicious. (I honestly wanted a plus-sized version of each.) The nigiris were also prepared really well, with the Shari being the star of the show. I ended up visiting Sushi Mumi 3x in 2 months and happily found that the menu changes quite a bit each time and I get to try something new.(Considering most high end Omakases tend to stick to work works and offer little variety) And despite the changes, the quality of each dish was constant and tasty each time.

Entrance
Sabab K.

One of my TOP and FAVORITE omakase experiences so far! It's only their first day and how I felt coming out of it is something I will remember for a while until the next time I'm back. It is $250 for 19 courses and with the high quality ingredients, it was totally worth at the price point! If the place looks familiar, it's because it was Kura before! With the new renovations, it's definitely upscale and has a similar vibe to countertop experiences at the high end sushi bars in NYC. I absolutely adored the decor and how spacious the inside is with a cute, comfy seating area for people waiting to get seated. Now the actual meal...ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC!! And I put the quality up there with the some of the best out there. The meal starts off with appetizers, with my two favorites being the Chawanmushi and the A5 Miyazaki. Next up was the nigiri section which didn't disappoint from start to finish. Not a single bit! I had some pieces I haven't had before, such as the Hirame (Japanese halibut) and Amadai (Japanese tilefish), which were delicious. I am a sucker for chutoro and easily was my favorite piece! Different from other omakase, the tuna is aged, which really brings out the flavor and texture. The biggest highlight for me was the rice! It utilizes two types of red vinegar and a combination of two types of rice (40/60 ratio). Lastly, props to Chef Marco Lin to opening up his own sushiya and crafting a sensational menu for the first day! A former chef at Michelin-starred Sushi Ginza Onodera and he hasn't missed a beat. Attention to detail, knowledge of the precise ingredients, and the selection of fish tells me that Sushi Mumi will be very popular soon! He took his time to explain to me about the origin of the fish, how he decides which fish to choose for the season, and his preparation. He was lovely to speak with and really kept me on edge for the next piece! Congrats Sushi Mumi on opening up and I will be back :)

Tako & Ankimo with Ponzu Jelly
Kristin M.

I've been to Sushi Mumi twice now. Chef Marco (previously at Sushi Ginza Onodera and Blue Ribbon) is extremely friendly and meticulous about explaining each dish. The neta is of the highest quality and seasonally focused, and the shari is seasoned perfectly with akazu (red vinegar). The 19 course omakase - from 5 delectable and generous appetizers, 12 outstanding nigiri, heartwarming miso soup with delicate onagadai to yuzu ice cream with pepppercorn - is truly exceptional, intimate and joyful experience! It's hard to pick just a few but my favorites were the simmered tako & ankimo with ponzu jelly, Aori Ika and Kasugodai. Service is very attentive and professional.

Emmie C.

This place uses cute figurines as chopsticks holders. The service is awesome and the chef takes special care in preparing each of his pieces. We got the off the menu piece, which was the muscle part of the clams....it was absolutely delicious! I have never had anything like it before. It was so good, wish I could had ordered more pieces The ice cream was home made, it was yuzu with pink peppercorn....also another one of a kind! The restaurant is very clean and the chef is very friendly. A very good dining experience overall.

Derek S.

delicious food. ambiance was cozy with one other couple. beautiful glassware. Chef Marco Lin will feed off your enthusiasm and make conversation if you like. obviously amazing service as well. great for a celebration!

Chanel S.

Hidden spot, super delicious! Also not too bad for pricing in comparison to some of the other omakase places.

See all

9 months ago

Helpful 6
Thanks 0
Love this 2
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 1
Love this 2
Oh no 0
Photo of Tansy W.
179
1243
7221

1 year ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

3 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0

3 years ago

Helpful 3
Thanks 3
Love this 3
Oh no 0

3 years ago

Helpful 5
Thanks 0
Love this 3
Oh no 0

3 years ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 1
Photo of Jianna L.
99
29
278

3 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 2

8 months ago

Business owner information

Photo of Sushi M.

Sushi M.

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

4 years ago

Helpful 6
Thanks 0
Love this 5
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0

3 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Emmie C.
4
426
4244

3 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0

3 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

3 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

3 years ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

3 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of A M.
0
9
5

3 years ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

3 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

Ask the Community - Sushi Mumi

You might also consider

Verify this business for free

People searched for Japanese 31,884 times last month within 15 miles of this business.

Verify this business

Momoya

Momoya

4.1(893 reviews)
1.3 miChelsea
$$

I had been to Momoya on the Upper West Side before, but this was my first visit to the Chelsea…read morelocation. The atmosphere here was a bit more lively and crowded compared to the more relaxed vibe of the UWS spot. I enjoyed my meal even more this time around. I started with the beet salad, which was delicious and offered great value given the generous portion size. it featured sliced beets, arugula, goat cheese, and walnuts. I also had my eye on the hijiki soybean salad--which is a bit smaller and reportedly homemade--so I may try that next time, along with the warm mushroom salad which looked very tasty. The edamame was standard but served as a nice starter. For my main rolls, I chose the salmon avocado and the yellowtail scallion. Both were very fresh and definitely worth ordering again. The salmon avocado roll had a nice touch of sesame seeds on the rice, while the yellowtail scallion was prepared with the seaweed on the outside. My boyfriend's sushi entree looked excellent, so I am considering that or the sushi-sashimi combo for my next visit. The entrees provide a substantial amount of food, and I especially appreciate that they allow you to choose which roll comes with your meal.

I love love LOVE this place! Always the freshest sushi, the most exquisite service. They don't…read morehound you like some other places on the area. They are always respectable, listen to your needs, help you find whatever you need. 10 out of 10 best food in the neighborhood. I always come here for the sea urchin and salmon roe/caviar - and it has yet to be beat. It's so good! One of my neighborhood favorites, I come here so often just for the combination of service, quality, and taste. My servers are usually Denise and Toshi and they are always on top of their game. I love it here! Will definitely keep coming back, just for their (excellent) service alone. Highly recommend.

Photos
Momoya - Inside

Inside

Momoya - Chirashi Lunch

Chirashi Lunch

Momoya - Dessert

See all

Dessert

Sanyuu West

Sanyuu West

4.5(161 reviews)
1.3 miChelsea
$$$$

The last time I was in NYC I grabbed two omakase and one Everything don from Shinn East, so figured…read morethis time I might as well try their sister restaurant, Sanyuu West! They share a takeout menu and it's super easy to order--text what you want to the phone number on the website and pickup in ~20 minutes :). You pay on a handheld and they don't ask for tip for takeout. I love this process and truly wish more sushi restaurants in LA adopt the takeout box. The only one I know of is hefty but also $200 each lol, making Sanyuu's $69 omakase and $78 Everything don, not to mention the $30 giant salmon nigiri set, A STEAL! I enjoyed most of the pieces but I will say I don't like their amaebi or uni at all. I'm not sure what kind of uni is used here but it's the type with a very strong mineral flavor & aftertaste that I don't find enjoyable. We're spoiled by easy access to live spot prawns everywhere and fresh SB uni. Despite this, I wouldn't hesitate to come back if I lived in the city.

Came for takeout and got the Salmon Set which includes 8 huuuuge salmon nigiri for $30. You'll…read moredefinitely want to share this one. The slices aren't thin, delicate, and melt-in-your-mouth as one usually gets in a sit down; they are extra thick, and I had to really bite down on some of the pieces. The rice was nicely seasoned and was cooked well + portions are also big to match those thiccccc salmon slices. To be honest, I was getting a little nauseated after 5 pieces, haha~ They were definitely delicious but I'd probably just eat 3 or 4 pieces and share with a friend! It was easy to text the number on the website and coordinate a pickup time, and the staff was friendly when I arrived. The restaurant is a little hard to find as the windows are blinded and the sign is a piece of paper on the door.

Photos
Sanyuu West
Sanyuu West - (@joeynht)

(@joeynht)

Sanyuu West - (@joeynht)

See all

(@joeynht)

Izakaya MEW - Salmon Carpaccio

Izakaya MEW

4.3(3.3k reviews)
1.6 miMidtown West
$$

Honestly, I really enjoyed my time at Izakaya Mew. I love the underground vibe because it gives it…read morethat cozy dim vibe. The servers were pretty attentive and funny, they'd check on us regularly, somehow managing to convince us to get even more items based on what we liked. As a big fan of seafood, I really enjoyed the Scallop Uni Butter Scallop and the Shishamo Fritters. A lot of the items didn't feel heavy which is always a plus with Izakayas, and allowed us to order and try even more items on the menu. Definitely the perfect place to come with a group of friends after work !

Great tasting food that will surprise. Tried the toro taku crispy rice, it was a recommended item,…read moreand this one surprised me the most. Great variety of textures and taste. The creamy kimchi udon was ok. It didn't feel like one dish, but tasted good. The una don was great. Good sauce and blend of supporting veggies to enhance the taste. Service was super quick. Everything was rapid fire: order taken, food comes out quick, water gets replinished before asking, plates are taken the moment they are finished, and check comes immediately after asking for it. Interior was cramped and loud. Really fitting as many tables as they can in the space. I saw others mentioning to make reservations. I went without one and got lucky. There was a table opening 30 minutes out. Would recommend having one, but you can definitely try walking in. First come first serve basis Overall, solid spot for great tasting food. Great for smaller parties of 2, but expect it to be tight with spacing

Photos
Izakaya MEW - Dining area

Dining area

Izakaya MEW - Volcano Roll and Chikaten Roll

Volcano Roll and Chikaten Roll

Izakaya MEW - Scallop Uni Butter Skewer

See all

Scallop Uni Butter Skewer

Sushi Mumi - japanese - Updated May 2026

Loading...
Loading...
Loading...