Hidden gem in HK! Stopped by for a weekend dinner and was really pleasantly surprised! The star of the night was sitting at the bar with Chef Frankie who is super knowledgeable and friendly, and makes the best sushi. Opted for the 12 course meal which was the perfect amount of food. Standouts include the crispy tempura piece, scallop, and seasonal firefly squid. The chawanmushi starter was also super flavorful and had the perfect texture. The dessert was a raspberry panna cotta which was absolutely phenomenal (and chef Frankie's own creation!). Honestly every piece was delicious and prepared so expertly. Was not expecting this place to be as good as it was, and I'm looking forward to my next visit! read more

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Great ambiance and amazing food that was served very quickly. Had great food and amazing service. Food came out very quick and the dinner only took an hour. read more

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We stumbled on this place by happenstance and are so lucky we did. One of the best omakase experiences I've ever had. The pacing was perfect, and each piece was unique, creative, and wonderfully expressed the flavor of the seafood. This is a must try, and we will be back. read more

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Great. Helpful waiters, relaxed atmosphere and good food. Chef is brave in trying something new and luckily the outcome is satisfying. 12 course for $90 and 15 course for $130, but personally I think it deserves. btw, they are making the best ginger I have ever had. read more

Took my dad here for his birthday - absolutely delicious. Our chef was so interactive and the food was perfect! read more

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

If I could give more than 5 stars I would! Hands down the BEST Omakase Sushi I've had! The restaurant looks like your typical sushi restaurant with some table seating and a bar. We opted for the 15 course meal! It's pricey but it's 100% worth it! The sushi is prepared in front of you! The fish is delicious and fresh as well. The Chef and the rest of the staff provided exceptional service! read more

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Look: In NYC, omakases are more ubiquitous than Starbucks. You either pay under $90 for lackluster quality or $400+ for Michelin-star quality that makes your wallet bleed. The latter option is idiotic to me, since I'd rather spend that money on an actual trip to Japan to have real sushi. And only fools pay the middle range, which is the worst of both options. So when the cold weather derailed my original dinner plans, I begrudgingly agreed to go to Sushiichi because it was close by and because the 12-course omakase was $90 on the dot. The food was fine but forgettable. I honestly couldn't remember a single standout item two weeks later. That doesn't mean others might not enjoy it--it just wasn't memorable to me. Below is a list of what we got, for what it's worth. ........................................... 12-course omakase menu: - Appetizer: Hokkaido sea scallop with uni, paragon truffle, and uni miso - Appetizer: Smoked king fish - Nigiri: Kampachi amberjack with pickled jalapeno - Nigiri: Sea bream, plum paste, shiso flower - Nigiri: Striped jack with pico de gallo - Nigiri: Seared yellowtail with shishito pepper - Nigiri: Seared lobster, shiso leaf tempura, Mira - Nigiri: Seared trout with tomato confit - Nigiri: Toro with French truffle - Donburi: Toro donburi with uni, forbidden rice, soy sauce marinated salmon egg - Dessert: Yuzu panna cotta with raspberry glaze and raspberry bits from nitrogen read more

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Very friendly service and good sushi! I enjoyed that there were several courses with uni, which is my favorite. The best piece was the lobster that had some crunchy deep fried leaf below it. We were celebrating a birthday so they were kind enough to give us two glasses of champagne on the house. The only cons were that I generally don't love all the truffle and fancy toppings on top of fish in omakase restaurants. I prefer more traditional pieces that just honor the fish, but that was my own fault for not looking at photos ahead of time. There was also a very long wait between each piece we got, I think in part bc the chefs were talking a lot with the couples further down the counter. But not a huge deal. Definitely a great add to the area and reasonably priced! read more

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Sushiichi is a new omakase on the block that threads the fine line of original omakase sushi and sashimi flavours while have a layer of the chef's expression on the board. There are some interesting flavours prepared but it is hard to say if they beat some of the originals. A great spot to try if you're in the area, if you liked Mari, you'd like this too (even though the backgrounds are different). Taste: 4/5 Service: 4/5 Ambience: 4/5 Value for Money: 4/5 Pro tip: There are two menus a 12 course and a 15 course. The 15 course is quite literally the 12 course plus the 3 additional ones below it. 1. Sea scallop, Uni and truffle - great start 2. 5 days fluke wasabi powder - good crunch 3. Amberjack crispy shallots and jalapeño - interesting 4. Sea bream madai shisho flower - nice bite 5. Blue fin tuna soy glazed garlic - classic 6. Shimaaji (striped jack) with pico de gallo - overpowering from the pico de gallo not a fan 7. Tamachi shishito pepper - okay 8. Seared lobster shisho leaf tempura and ikura - was the best thus far! 9. Hokkaido Uni and rice - classic 10. Akashi toro - with truffle 11. Donburi - forbidden rice and Uni and toro - forbidden rice was crunchy rest was good 12. Raspberry yuzu panna cotta - great way to end The premium set (15 course 3 add-on) 1. Kamasu , ginger and chive 2. Tasmanian ocean trout 3. Ororo with caviar All in all, good spot despite all the competition in the area! read more

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Best dining experience I've ever had everyone was very nice and attentive. I would definitely recommend. read more

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It had been far too long since going to an omakase and this was a great one to get back in the swing of things! Just before their one year anniversary my husband and I dined here for a date night. We splurged for the 15 course omakase and I wish I would have remembered more of what all the courses were because each and every one was delicious. The chef was right in front of us and did an excellent job of explaining each and every course. The code and service was top tier and never made us feel like we were waiting on anything. There were some unique flavors here I wasn't expecting - some salsas for example - that were surprising and delicious. Highly recommend! read more

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Perfect romantic night out in Hell's Kitchen. The tasting menu was wonderful and they were able to accommodate a gluten allergy. The staff was beyond attentive. read more

I booked a last minute reservation on a random Tuesday, which happened to be Election Day too. We sat at the bar and had their full/longer omakase menu and a bottle of sake. Overall I thought the nigiri was inventive. The sushi chef mixed a lot of cultures together in developing his nigiri dishes and I didn't think all of them were as successful, but all worth a try. I do wish some featured the fish more. I felt like all the dishes had too much stuff on them and none solely highlighted the fish. The service was fine. Our asked us if we were visiting or local. After saying where we were from, he proceeded to say not so nice things about the City or politics in the City. Not really what I come to dinner for, so it was awkward. read more

Nice addition to the neighborhood. It's a 12 or 15 course omakase menu. Tough choice on which one to order and I think it'll depend on what's on the menu for the day (ask the chef!). They seem to have a good source for their sushi as we had many interesting niguri such as the tasmanian salmon, Norwegian scampi , Canadian lobster and a really nice super premium Hokkaido uni. The dishes all had a nice clean flavor style where you weren't overpowered by too many ingredients but still could pick out unique tastes like the baked garlic and olive leaves on the pike. Simple space and friendly staff and worth a visit! read more

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My family and I came over this evening after a cruise tour at the pier. First time at this restaurant for us for omakase. The food was amazing, and service is superb. The price is actually quite reasonable for the quality of food. We will definitely come back next time when we visit again. read more

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THIS WAS ONE OF THE MOST STELLAR omakases I've ever enjoyed!!! Chef Frankie's flavors are simply fire. And the upgrade for the 15 piece omakase is totally worth it in terms of the quality & flavors!! I'm still drooling thinking about the little touches that all together added up to a truly memorable experience -- like the in house pickled young ginger that explodes with flavor, the knock your socks off scallop with truffle sauce, the most thoughtfully layered donburi I've ever had! I wish I could eat here every month! And oh - the space itself is beautiful. Minimalist, but warm with beautiful touches. If you care about big flavor and beautiful textures in your food, you must get a seat at Chef Frankie's bar!!! read more

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Wow, a minimalistic interior beautifully done. Frankie, the chef was fantastic. I had the 15 piece Omakase. Every course was delicious the most tender Toro I've ever had in my life. He's much more creative than most Omakasa chefs in New York. I love the fact that it's off the beaten path a little bit, so you should never have a problem getting a seat here, I will definitely be back read more

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This restaurant knows that excellence comes from consistent effort. Your bill won't hurt considering what you get. Sushiichi maintains proper cooking standards. Staff shows wonderful warmth and suggested truly satisfying food. I'm eager to go back and explore new offerings. read more

Another new Omakase spot in midtown west that gets a very strong 4 for a relatively unique and memorable menu of premium fish and seafood. The counter here is relatively spacious and can seat up to 14. Unfortunately, the counter top is too high to comfortably watch chef prepare the dishes and nigiri which is a real oversight. Oddly enough we were the only two customers at the 7PM seating which made me nervous. In retrospect I think the price point here probably explains this as the $60-$99 range Omakase options in this area are so popular nowadays. Thankfully, I was very happy with the meal. The premium menu for $130 begins with three appetizers followed by 10 nigiri and then a donburi bowl. It differs from the $90 menu in that there are 3 additional nigiri and the chu toro is upgraded to o toro. There is generous use of less traditional garnish that make the pieces more memorable but some are more successful than others. For example, the Akami was topped with cured garlic which was overpowering in my opinion. On the other hand, the amberjack with pico de gallo was a surprise hit. I also appreciated the variation in texture along the way. The seared lobster with tempura shiso and ikura came at just the right time in the progression to contrast with all the excellent fatty fish. The donburi bowl was a tour de force of texture with creamy uni and the most bursting ikura I have had. The opening dish was another highlight - a sort of ceviche of scallop with uni and truffle which was resoundingly awesome. The charred salmon belly with confit tomato as well as the AAA uni were also killer. Overall I was very happy with the food here and think this place is worth a try, especially if you want something new! The $130 plus price point is an extremely competitive range for Omakase. The biggest shame was not being able to see over the counter. read more

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my mom and i grabbed a reservation at sushiichi for the last night she was in town -- the perfect way to end her stay here (and she's a difficult woman to please, dining-wise). the service was a good balance of friendly and efficient without feeling too rushed. we both opted for the 15-course option. every course was delicious -- the appetizers were probably the weakest point (the scallop felt a little off in its texture and taste, and the ocean trout felt a bit underwhelming), but the flavor combinations even with those were solid. standouts for me were the salmon belly, the otoro, and the ebi with foie gras (melt in your mouth bliss, in five words). everything felt fresh, every flavor combination seemed to meld well, and the menu itself felt like a unique and innovative spin on a classic lineup that didn't take away from the central piece of the fish. finished off with a raspberry yuzu panna cotta, which was as delightful as it sounds. overall, a perfect way to end my mom's visit to me and the city :) read more

Oh my! Yes! Thank you for opening in my neighborhood! This new omakase place is an absolute gem. The freshness of the ingredients is unparalleled, resulting in an extraordinary dining experience. I had 15 course dinner premium omakase which includes chef's selection of 3 appetizers, 10 pieces of nigiri, donburi and dessert for $130. Every dish is meticulously prepared and showcases the chef's exceptional skills. From the moment you step inside, you are greeted with warm hospitality and a serene ambiance. The attention to detail is evident in every aspect of the meal, from the presentation to the flavors. This omakase experience is truly a culinary delight that leaves you craving for more. Wow!!! I'm so lucky to have you in my area! Will visit again read more

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Waw yummy fresh and also so much deference fish and very special for me! Thanks sushichi give me a great night! read more

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Wow. Really great, fresh food. Thoughtfully curated omakase and incredible service. Don't sleep on it. read more

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Mediocre fish quality (many smelled fishy) with inconsistent rice quality (too little vinegar, etc)

What an amazing and refreshing dining experience. I had such a great time trying the creative nigiris and appetizers (There was even gold flakes on my wagyu! ) Every piece was outstanding and I couldn't get enough. For instance, it was my first time having a king salmon with torched tomato confit nigiri, and it was absolutely AMAZING. . I'm also very impressed by how fresh and high quality all the fish is. Everything melted in my mouth. Chef Frankie is super awesome, friendly, and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend checking out this spot! read more

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Incredible experience in this small restaurant that is sure to be innundated with customers soon. This gem in Hell's Kitchen took me in graciously as a solo diner on a Friday night, looking pretty shabby after a long day working at Javits Center for a trade show set up, and though it was clearly date night. It's great to feel welcomed even if you don't fit the mold. I could have gone for the more expensive 15-course option, but I was completely satisfied with the 12. The menu was exquisite the night i visited, and the tastes were delightful. I don't know when I will be back in NYC, but I hope I am able to get a seat at this soon-to-become hotspot. Go and enjoy the experience! read more

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I went to Sushi Ichi for their Soft Opening and I had a great time. Each sushi dish was incredibly refreshing and delicious. Our chef was extremely attentive and explained each dish with great detail. I highly recommend Sushi Ichi for great quality fish at a reasonable price. read more

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

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The sushi was amazing and prepared right in front of you. The chef's choice of combination of flavours was remarkable and truly gave the taste buds an explosion of taste. The service was excellent with an explanation of each dish and all with a smile. The layout and decor of the restaurant complimented the whole evening. We were visitors from the UK and Canada and this will be an experience to revisit of future trips. Thank you. read more

Thank you Sushiichi! Wonderful choice for a novel plus traditional omakase experience! I add the photo of the nigiri that most surprised me! Please have a try if you like to try not that Japanese-style omakase, Sushiichi will truly surprise you. Please let me know if you have a special menu! I will take my time to have another try! Also wish your daughter( Is the waitress your daughter?) can come to MIT one day!! read more

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

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I've been meaning to post this review!!! My husband and I had an amazing experience here! Everything was delicious and like a work of art! Great ambiance! The service is amazing. Chef Frankie made it an awesome experience!! He was so nice and even made something special for my husband when he let the Chef know he didn't like a certain fish. We WILL be back when we are in NYC again!! Please open a location in Los Angeles!! read more

We had Frankie as an Omakase chef a few times before, at a different location and when we went back to that restaurant and found that he was no longer there, we were pretty upset. My wife was able to find that Frankie had opened up a new location called, Suchiichi so we had to come and try it out. We made the right move coming back because he brought with him the flavors that we loved. His fish selections are very fresh with their own twist to it. The ambience was nice and quiet with a nice subtle incense aroma. I also love conversing with Frankie, he is not loud or showy and just very humble in his craft. We had a great dinner date and will come back again! read more

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One of the best Omakases I've ever had! Melt-in-your-mouth sushi, highly recommend. We went for my husband's birthday and it did not disappoint. Lovely quiet ambience too. read more

This was my first omakase experience and it was beyond better than expected. The chef (Frankie) takes so much pride in his work (as he should) and you can taste it in each bite. This is truly an experience and hidden gem in Hell's Kitchen. Best meal I've had all year, hands down read more

This was my first time doing Omakase and it was such an incredible experience! The restaurant is very quaint and intimate, and the chefs and staff were so attentive. Every single course that came out had my mouth watering, there wasn't one thing that I didn't enjoy. This was such a great place for a date, as it's not a loud and bustling restaurant, but rather a smaller location with a calm ambiance. My boyfriend and I had such a great night here, one we will never forget. We were able to get to know the chef and the other patrons, enjoy these wonderful creations, and enjoy each other's company. I'll be dreaming about this place until I can come back! read more

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Not recommended at all. What you get is not traditional Japanese sushi, despite the restaurants menu suggests. There is nothing wrong for the nationals other than the Japanese to offer sushi. My issue is this place pretends to be something that it's not. That's a deceit. For that, I give one star. Major let down and disappointment. Food - Subpar preparation lacking some basic sushi basics, such as cooling sushi rice down to room temp, or having cold refrigerated fish warm up before making nigiri or sashimi. Mediocre ingredients for the price. Too much sauce and hand torching, without letting the taste of fish come alive. This place gets an F for food...I would never come back Service - OK attentive service. Gets a B Ambiance - They tried to make it feel like a Japanese sushi bar but there is something quite odd about the overall layout, use of space and proportions. Gets a C. There is a much better sushi bar for less price near by--Tatsuda...much better ingredients, progression, dedicated chef, etc. read more

This was my first formal omakase experience. I'm from San Jose, California and omakase here is harder to find. It seems like there are a lot of places in NYC, but out of the ones I tried, this one was the favorite that stood out to me the most and was a reasonable price for the amazing quality. I got the 15 course omakase and wow was it delicious! I love that the chef paired unique flavors with unique fish. I had never tried uni before and it was delicious. I know the chef gets things from Japan that are very high quality and he cuts and carves the fish ahead of the tastings. There were so many dishes I hadn't tried before and there was an explosion of flavor. The chef explained the different techniques he used and the flavors. The chef is also very organized when crafting each bite and the other staff were also amazing. The seating area is beautifully decorated and makes you feel like you are in Japan. I went to a similar experience a few days later at another spot in the city and the quality was the same as this place, but it had higher prices so if you want amazing quality, at reasonable prices with delicious flavors, I'd definitely recommend coming here! read more

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Wow! Such an amazing experience and meal. The quality and creativity are both superior. Chef Frankie is amazing and so is Anton, our server. It was so good the first time that I came back 2 days later with my family. The premium omakase was well worth the price. Honestly, it's a great deal at $130 for 15 amazing courses. Even my sister and brother in law were impressed and they know their sushi. We will be back next time we're in NY for sure. Thank you for an amazing meal! read more

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Everything from beginning to end was fresh, delicious and beautiful! It was great to visit Chef Frankie and his new spot on a chill weeknight. I look forward to visiting again soon! read more

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My favorite Omakase place ever, I adore everything here. The food is just absolutely wonderful and the chefs were super friendly and nice. The fatty tuna they have is just amazing and the ambiance is really nice, especially for a cold day in the winter it feels very homey. read more

A new Omakase in Hell's Kitchen with a veteran Chef behind the counter. The omakase is innovative and delicious with one or two misses (an aged fluke is overpowered by the daikon). Their signature donburi was fantastic. In all the twists on traditional sushi were good while not falling into gimmicky or fusion territory. The layout of the restaurant, while secondary to the food, needs some work; and I am sure that that will be forthcoming as the meals deserve a fitting surrounding. The counter is a shade high. Taller customers can just see the chef and assistant preparing the fish. The chairs also need felt feet or a simple carpet in the dining area. All in all it is a delicious addition to a neighborhood. read more