This actually might be one of the best, if not THE best omakase I've had in New York based on quality and price. I will say, it did smell overwhelmingly fishy inside which worried me at first. But the seafood was so fresh tasting and it was a very memorable dining experience! Ambiance / Things to Consider: decor-wise, it's clean and sleek, nothing crazy. Not fancy by any means (most people were dressed very casually), but this is a great place to celebrate a special occasion. There were three separate birthday celebrations happening when I went. Make sure to put that in your reservation notes and/or tell the restaurant because they bring out a special little dessert plate and candle. Highly recommend sitting at the chefs counter. Loved how omakase did NOT feel rushed (it's not timed seating like most others). Food: I can't remember everything that was served, but just know you won't leave hungry. And there is an option at the end to order à la carte. The seafood tasted soooo fresh; majority of it comes directly from Japan's seafood market. You can really taste the quality and the skill of the chefs. read more

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Would give 4.5 stars if I could. Beautiful interior but did smell a little fishy. The decor was nice and the bathroom was private. We were sat at the bar and the chefs were friendly as well as the hostess and waiters/waitresses. Very pretty plates and tableware. Standout were the very first appetizer which I believe was a shiso amberjack and the miso soup which had a great clam flavor. Akami tuna was also some of the best I had because usually the cheaper lean tuna is fishy.Aside from that the other pieces were good but nothing mind blowing. Birthday dessert was the best I've ever had. Included an extremely sweet honeydew melon, matcha macaron, black sesame mochi, and yuzu cheesecake. At $150 before tip and tax, this is one of the more expensive omakase in the city. read more

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What an absolutely delightful and exceptional omakase. This was better than some sushi I have had in Japan, which makes sense since it was flown in fresh from Toyosu. It was traditional style with little innovative touches and notes. Each dish was among the best of its type that I have had the chance to try. To top if all off, the staff was so nice. They made a birthday celebration truly special. I am not surprised basically everyone seems to have given this place five stars. Add me to that list! read more

This has to be one of my favorite omakase experience in NYC! Reminded me of being in Tokyo and being blown away by the quality of fish, many many years ago. The space is small and intimate. You climb down few stairs into a clean space with most of the seating around the chefs counter and some side seating. We were seated at the counter immediately, and treated to an indulgent meal. Every bite was luxury. As someone who loves shrimp in every form, a course of shrimp ended up being my least favorite of the night - which really says a LOT! Every course was better than the one before. The bite of buttery uni was my favorite, followed by perch from the specials menu, and fatty tuna. The yuzu sake carafe paired beautifully with each course and we had to get another to end our meal. We left feeling satiated, cared for, and happy. Good quality food and excellent service really does do wonders! Gochisousama deshita! Cannot wait to be back. read more

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Extremely fresh and delicious nigiri. The rice was fluffy and well seasoned too. It's good value relative to other omakases with similar quality, and they give a lot of uni and salmon roe (and a little caviar). The matcha mousse dessert was just okay though. To be honest though, I was still a bit hungry afterwards. I think omakases in general in NYC are a bit overpriced for what you get, but Sushi Ouji delivers value relative to an overpriced market. read more

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Not my favorite omakase in the city for the price, but I appreciate the ambiance of the restaurant and how it was super unrushed. None of the pieces really blew me away other than the uni and the scallop. All the pieces were also very well paced. the quality of the fish was really good though, I was just not blown out of the water. read more

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Flawless. Incredible experience. Sushi was excellent and service was very nice and personable. Definitely a must visit. read more

Sushi Ouji - Sushi Bars Near Me - New York, New York

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Hard to overstate how amazing our experience at Sushi Ouji was. Just as good as anything we had in Japan. When we arrived, it definitely felt like we were transported there. Some highlights were the otoro, the uni, and the salmon roe bowl, but there were zero misses. It was expensive, but not outrageous compared to other New York omakase experiences. Recommended with no hesitation!! read more

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Tucked away in the basement level at 196 Prince Street in SoHo, Sushi Ouji proves that the best culinary experiences often come from the most unassuming locations. This intimate Japanese restaurant delivers an omakase experience that rivals spots costing twice the price, creating an evening that lingers in your memory long after the last bite. The nigiri at Sushi Ouji represents some of the finest bites I've experienced in New York City. Each piece is cut to order directly in front of you, ensuring maximum freshness and showcasing Chef Ben's knife skills. The fish quality is outstanding--sourced primarily from Japanese markets--and the light sauce glaze applied to each piece enhances rather than masks the natural flavors. The sushi rice, specially selected from Hokkaido, provides the perfect foundation with its fluffy texture and balanced taste. Each dish feels purposeful and carefully considered, from the opening appetizers through the beautifully executed nigiri progression. The service at Sushi Ouji is genuinely over-the-top in the best possible way. Every staff member radiates genuine friendliness and passion for the restaurant. The attention to detail is remarkable--from the warm welcome to the final farewell, you feel genuinely cared for rather than simply served. This level of hospitality elevates the entire experience. Sushi Ouji represents everything great about New York's dining scene: exceptional quality, passionate ownership, and an experience that feels both authentic and uniquely personal. Chef Ben has created something truly special in SoHo--a place where technical excellence meets genuine hospitality, delivering consistently outstanding omakase that keeps you planning your return visit before you've even left. read more

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Delicious omakase! My gfs and I loved every piece. We got a surprise dessert of heart shaped macarons and thought they were the cutest ever. My favorite course was the salmon topped with uni, roe and caviar. read more

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I'm not sure why the reviews say this is a reasonably priced omakase but maybe that was before they raised the price to $149 (as of Nov 2025). For that price, you get 3 starters, miso soup, 8 pieces of sushi and a dessert. The quality was very good but not outstanding. The best thing was the miso soup which has a seafood broth mixed in (delicious!). Overall a decent meal but felt too expensive for what you get. Definitely a one and done. read more

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This place does not disappoint. Excellent omakase at $150 per person. Very reasonable for NYC. Small restaurant that seats about 25 people with 3 sittings a night beginning at 5:00, 6:30 and 8:30 pm. Must have a reservation through Open Table or Resy. Service is excellent. Staff is very attentive. read more

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Great omakase experience! When we arrived we ere quickly seated at the sushi bar. We received several pieces of delicious and fresh nigiri and sashimi. Our favorite was the Uni with Salmon Roe. The chawanmushi was delicious as was the miso soup. The premium uni from Japan was top notch. All the fish is flown in from Japan and is very fresh. It was well worth the price. read more

Ouji is a classic omakase with an amazing fish selection but lacks the elements of ambiance to make it a five star experience. Dining there I kept thinking how I miss Shuko. I wanted the intimacy of the experience, the service that never felt rushed, and the creative sushi pieces that were a tad above the classics. read more

I came with my boyfriend to celebrate our anniversary, this was our first omakase experience together. We enjoyed the experience, it was very intimate and I'm happy we chose to sit at the counter. We did the 14 course omakase, everything that we ate was absolutely delicious and you can tell that it was high quality and fresh. We got a bottle of the yuzu soju and it was so good, but very strong. I was definitely feeling it after just two glasses. I think some of my favorites were the otoro, uni and salmon roe, tiger shrimp, and scallop. After the 14 courses were complete they asked us if we would like to order anything else that we've tried, surprisingly we were both very full. We really enjoyed the service as well, at the end they brought out some desserts for us and wished us a happy anniversary. We would love to come back again! read more

Sushi Ouji - Sushi Bars Near Me - New York, New York

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Wonderful service, great atmosphere. Came here for a good time and left with a great time. Would love to return again. read more

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Finally got my Omakase in and i am SO happy i tried it at this place. i will say, all other sashimi has now been ruined for me, but in totally a good way. All seafood was shipped from Tokyo the same day I came in. Solo -Pre Bday dinner - FTW! They made me feel so comfortable and explained each dish item. I have never done a chef tasting, whether it's sushi or any other for that matter, but it's an amazing experience. I didnt have to think what to try, and each bite was amazing. I have tried Uni before, but again, totally ruined my previous experience, this was creamy and delish. I loved the salmon roe, fatty tuna w/ caviar, and the Uni. I totally forgot i added it was my Bday in the Resy reservation, and they surprised me w/ a bday dessert!!! read more

Absolutely wonderful dining experience. Some of the best sushi that I've ever tasted. Service was incredible, everything was very organized and executed well. The restaurant is pretty small but it makes for a nice intimate dining experience. Would recommend. read more

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Sushi Ouji is an elegant and deliciously fresh omakase restaurant in West Soho. Quality of fish -which is sourced from Japan- and service are top notch and for the price of the omakase ($124 for 14 courses) it is a a place not to miss if looking for high quality omakase and reasonable price. The service was also amazing, very attentive and super nice. Would come back. read more

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This place is exceptional! Very clean, chefs that explain every bite and able to understand them without issues. It is a bit on the e pricier side and they charge $40 if you want to bring your own alcohol, but I would recommend trying them at least once. It's a 13 course omakase meal for ~130/person. The dishes were presented very nicely. Would come back! read more

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This place is AMAZING. We had an above and beyond dinner here last night. All of the fish was delicious and excellently prepared by our sushi chef Ben. Besides the divine fish, the other dishes - chawamushi and soup - were also so so good. Everything was just prepared so excellently. We also loved the ambiance and vibe of Sushi Ouji. What a neighborhood gem. The manager Kevin and the staff here were also terrific. Everyone was so courteous and attentive. We will definitely be back and we highly recommend this place for everyone who appreciates a delicious sushi dinner. If you don't eat sushi, this place will make you a fan. read more

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Beautiful omakase, each dish had good ingredients and nice flavors which were on the subtler side. Portions were a little smaller than some other spots but overall was really good, and service was very helpful. We finished with tea and dessert which was a cheesecake. The restaurant was quite with gentle music. read more

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Everything about this place is fantastic! An omakase I'll always remember. I got the omakase dinner which was $130 a person. On top of that, I also got the nodoguro add on for $18. The service was excellent. Waiters were extremely attentive without being overbearing. All were very polite! Chef Ben was also fantastic. He did a great job explaining each piece. All the fish was extremely fresh. Some of my favorites were the golden eye snapper, otoro, and uni. The uni was some of the highest quality Uni I've tried. It was very sweet and rich! The otoro was flavorful and melted in your mouth. Some of the other lesser known fish to me such as the nodoguro and golden eye snapper were delicious as well. There was not a single piece I didn't like. I will definitely be back again. I'm certain this place will get lots of attention once word gets out. $130 for an omakase this level is a steal. Sushi lovers should definitely check this place out! read more

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With a zen-like atmosphere, great service, and delicious food, Sushi Ouji is a beautifully crafted hidden gem in the hustle and bustle of the big city. Since it seems like it just recently opened, reservations for same day Friday night was surprisingly easy to make on Resy. I would highly recommend getting seats at the counter since it's nice seeing the chef cut our fish right in front of us and explain each piece. This restaurant serves it "omakase" style (chef's choice) meaning that there is a set number of pieces you'll receive one by one along with some appetizers and a dessert. Like more traditional places, there's the option to eat with your hands (highly recommended) as they supply you with a little vertical wet cloth to wipe your fingers after each bite. Each bite of fish was scrumptious with a mixture of classic pieces and more avant-garde/interesting flavored ones. The price for the meal was $109 (before tax and tip) which was solid considering this is New York and omakase style restaurants don't tend to be cheap. read more

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Wow, just wow. Fantastic omakase. Pricey, yes, but worth it for a special occasion. The service was extremely attentive, the fish was so fresh. Every course was presented and explained beautifully. The sake was outstanding. Highly recommend. read more

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amazing sushi. the best I've tried in a long time. Several pieces, one better than the other one. I think the secret is the quality and freshness of the fish. worth every pemy read more

Great food, intimate vibe, warm service. A good deal for a high-end meal. It's worth a detour.

After dining here, Sushi Ouji quickly became one of my favorite sushi spots in New York. I appreciate its quiet upscale ambiance. All the ingredients were incredibly fresh, and the vinegar rice was a perfect complement. The entire dining experience was wonderful--I can't wait to come back! read more

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The omakase in NYC. The server was very nice. The space was little small but perfect for omakase. The price is affordable which was $89 for 14 courses with amazing quality! read more

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Kevin and the staff were phenomenal. Great service and very attentive. We had a baby 5months ago so it's been awhile since we had omakase dinner. They had a table that accommodated to the baby and the stroller and were extremely welcoming. The food was so good. I'm not typically a fan of mackerel but surprisingly it was delicious. Just everything. Can't wait to come back!!! read more

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amazing sushi amazing service. love how every piece was sooo fresh but also so well crafted too. the service is super nice, friendly and attentive. would love to come back. chef is also so talented, he used to be the chef of michelin star restaurants and designed the whole menu which is obviously exquisitely and meticulously designed. loved this place!! hope to visit every-time in NYC read more

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It's always a gamble trying new sushi spots, but this time my gamble paid off! Sushi Ouji serves more traditional style sushi, but it was anything but boring. Rice was well seasoned and fish was fresh. Each nigiri was a decent size and you will leave full after the omakase course. Much better than say Nakazawa for a lower price point! read more

This place is absolutely wonderful. Everyone was extremely friendly and the food was amazing. The manager, Kevin, was so considerate and accommodating. I cannot recommend this place enough. read more

Sushi Ouji is a new omakase spot in soho that just recently opened back in December. They're still in their soft opening phase so things may change once they fully open. The omakase consisted of a 15 course meal starting with an assorted sashimi appetizer, followed by an ikura don, chawanmushi, 9 pieces of nigiri, tuna futomaki, miso soup, and ending with warabi mochi as dessert. Their drink selections were pretty limited compared to some of the other omakase places I've been, likely due to it being a soft opening menu. We received a complimentary piece of futomaki and the dessert came with a hot cup of hojicha, both of which were very nice. Some standouts of the night were the scallop nigiri and the uni. Overall, everything tasted very fresh and pleasant. While I understand that they are still in their soft opening phase, there are still a few things that could've made the experience better. The chef was quiet and kept to himself throughout most of the meal - it would've been great if we could have gotten to know him better and had some small talk as we were seated at the counter. Additionally, the service was a bit slow to start and they also forgot to give us our drink order until we asked again. They were nice enough to give us a free refill though so we didn't mind too much. In the end, it was a decent omakase experience and a good option for a night out. read more

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Sushi Ouji was amazing!! My boyfriend and I came here to celebrate our 5 year anniversary, and Sushi Ouji delivered. The place itself is intimate, and I would recommend sitting at the bar if you can to watch the dishes being made. Food was amazing, fish literally melting in my mouth. I loved how the omakase was a mix of rolls and cooked dishes and felt like each dish was better than the last. Thank you to Kevin for making it an amazing night! He ensured all the dishes were getting out on time and even gave shots to the entire party to celebrate their recent opening. Will definitely be coming again read more

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I have been to many, many sushi restaurants across the city and Sushi Ouji really stands out. The quality of the sushi at the price point is unbeatable. My friend and I were really impressed by the variety of dishes served as well - and the balance of the accents to each piece of nigiri were in perfect proportion which is something that I've noticed many other restaurants at their price point struggle to get right. Also - I absolutely love uni but so often it lacks the magic of a truly great piece of uni (creamy, tastes like an ocean breeze) and this was top notch. We ended up getting three of the special nigiri as well (Akagai - Ark Shell/Red Clam, Kamasu - Barracuda, and Aori Ika - Bigfin Reef Squid). So much fun to try cuts that you might not normally get and we loved them all. Definitely recommend the counter as other reviewers have - not only do you have enough space to not feel like you're elbowing your neighbor but watching the chef work and seeing what is coming next is a lot of fun. I also have to commend them on their hospitality - Kevin at one point apologized for the service and said they were down a few servers that night and you truly never would have known. Everyone was extremely attentive and my water glass kept being filled before I noticed it was empty. We also tried two carafes of the sake - though they have more expensive bottles, they also had some very reasonably priced carafes which made it a lot more accessible for my friend and I who don't know very much about sake. I loved being able to try more than one! read more

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I was pleasantly surprised by how much I liked sushi ouji! You could really taste the flavors of the fish as the use of complementary ingredients was super subtle. The seatings are also 1.5-2 hours so it didn't feel rushed and there is ample counter space to not feel crowded. Service was very attentive as well. Highly recommended! read more

So good! The hospitality, price, freshness of fish from Japan, atmosphere makes this an excellent choice for dinner and celebrations. Thank you to Kevin and Eason for a great evening! read more

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This is THE BEST sushi restaurant in NYC! If anyone is looking for an omakase experience and a quaint private ambiance - this is IT!! Chef Ben's creativity packs a unique and delicious burst of flavor per each bite. As soon as you walk in, you can smell the fresh fish and ingredients that will adorn every single plate. I met the manager / owner Kevin about a year ago and have followed his journey ever since. He has done an incredible job and takes care of each customer like a part of the family. This will be my new sushi spot from now on! read more

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We had a beautiful experience here! Sushi Ouji is just about two months old. The host, Kevin, is lovely and very attentive. The 14 course omakase includes many amazing sushi courses, but also two unique egg custard and rice courses. Everything was incredibly fresh--the uni arrived that morning. The dessert, also included in the fixed $109 experience, was a sweet potato cheesecake and homemade mochi which and was a true delight. It was served with a beautiful decaf Japanese tea to end a wonderful night. Overall, wonderful service, fresh food, nice instrumental music, and a wow dessert. read more

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