In a city full of omakase spots, this place really shines. You can tell the sushi chef really wants to highlight the freshness and taste of the fish. He doesn't drown the fish in sauce or wasabi. My husband and I came for the 5pm seating and were the only ones there. The pace of the meal was perfect and we didn't feel rushed at all. Most of the time at these omakase spots, they rush you out the door. We were able to have a conversation with the sushi chef and our hostess. It was a lovely meal and would not hesitate to go back. It truly reminded me of having a meal in Japan. read more

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I have been to many Omakase and now this place has become one of my faves. Hands down to one of the best omakase meals I've had. Each piece melted in my mouth, and the progression of flavors was perfectly balanced. You can really taste the quality and craftsmanship in every bite. Super fresh, super flavorful, and the chef made it such an unforgettable experience. Highly recommended for a special night out at reasonable price 15 course for $78. If you go there in April, you will get free sake with your meal Sunday - Thursday. read more

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Yokox Omakase delivered one of the best sushi experiences I've had in a while. Every course was delicious, and the fish tasted incredibly fresh. Easily some of the best sushi I've had. The 15-course experience felt thoughtful and well-paced, and at $78 per person, it's an amazing value for the quality and variety you get. The setting is beautiful and modern, with a clean, welcoming vibe. The wait staff were friendly and attentive throughout the night. We did run a bit over the 75-minute bar seating limit, and while it was slightly inconvenient to move, they kindly relocated us to a comfortable table so we could keep chatting. Overall, it was a great dinner experience from start to finish. read more

We have been going to omakase spots since the early 2000s when there were only a handful of choices. Nowadays there are omakase spots around every corner in the city. This spot is definitely worth a try, especially for the price point. We had 15 pieces for 78 dollars. Also we had a free bottle of sake since it was their 2 year anniversary. Everything was delicious and nothing was overpowering. I truly enjoy spots were the fish is highlighted and that what the chef did here. We came on a Thursday at 5. I love that we weren't rushed at all. Several spots these days feel rushed and factory like. The chef took his time to explain each piece of fish and had time to have a whole conversation with us. Service was also amazing as the waitress never left my sake or water cup empty. We will definitely be back. read more

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Sushi Premium1 negitoro roll and 8 pieces of sushi $58. Pretty good. Great packaging. It was pouring when I ordered this and they put it the box in a really nice sealed bag. Even gave me some Andes mints but they side of yuzu soy I ordered was half a thimble so not cool there. Amazing toro roll and really good nigiri. Pieces are clearly a little small but the toro was delicious as was the scallop. I don't usually like ikura but it was a perfect piece. If these pieces were just a little bigger this is elite territory because the fish was super fresh, the rice was so well seasoned, a few pieces had just a kiss of wasabi. This is well made fish and it makes sense since this is a really omakase bar. Really enjoyed this box and their attention to detail. read more

Yokox Omakase - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

My bestie and I are currently on our omakase journey - when I saw this place on an influencer's top recommended NYC omakase spots I knew that I wanted to check it out. Highly recommend making a reservation online for their bar seating - it place itself isn't super huge but they are super friendly and explained what each and every dish was. They have a 15 course omakase menu with a variety of different items. We really liked that the seasoning for each one was very different and it was not soy sauce heavy. It also does not come with dessert which a lot of places do have at the end. All the pieces of fish were really fresh and they were all so tasty. My favorites were the toro and the Alaskan salmon but they were all delicious. I think our bill came out to $114 per person with tip and tax which was not bad for a 15 course Omakase. Highly recommend checking this place out! read more

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Yokox was fine, but definitely not what I look for in an omakase experience. The menu felt very catered to Westernized tastes. There was honey mustard on the salmon, which says a lot. Most of the fish was basic, and the dishes lacked creativity or nuance. It felt more like sushi night at a college reunion than a thoughtful tasting menu. That said, the service was excellent and the ambiance was really nice. Staff was kind and attentive, and the space had a cool, welcoming vibe. Overall, not terrible, but not for someone looking for a traditional or elevated omakase. The oyster, however, is an ABSOLUTE stand out. read more

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MY FAVORITE OMAKSE IN THE CITY. Not fishy. The chef is amazing and you can tell he enjoys what he does. Every bite is unique. Don't know how there isn't a line around the block for this place... I come here any chance I get. No seriously, every bite is better than the next. Come here!! Plus $15 corking fee for BYOB! read more

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I arranged for a 6:30pm omakase bar service for the 3 of us. What an absolute treat! The clean & contemporary design of the space is welcoming and comfortable too. We settled in for 15 courses of exemplary bites with Chef Vincent guiding us through each carefully curated piece. We enjoyed sea bream, mackerel, golden eye red snapper, toro (tuna), hamachi (yellowtail), uni, scallop... Each delicately prepared bite was delicious. The service was very attentive without even a hint of being overbearing. Just an outstanding experience all around and a magnificent deal at $89/pp on our visit. The sake selection is not extensive but the options are excellent. I highly recommend a visit. read more

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I went with my boyfriend on a date and it was on us for making a reservation for a table and not the omakase bar. The experience might be different if we were sat at the bar but at least our food came out super quick! I would also like to say that maybe we came on an off day because the rice was extremely mushy but the pieces and flavors also just didn't wow me. I was overall underwhelmed with the whole experience and it didn't help to end the meal with a hand roll that was so hard to eat because of the rice and no flavor. For the price, I'm not sure if it's worth it. I would rather go to another omakase down the street, pay a bit more, and have better pieces. read more

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Had a great time at Yokox with a great 15 course meal, but didn't find anything super outstanding worth coming back for. Overall the fish/meat pieces were fresh and solid. My favorites were: -alaskan salmon - loved the fresh, fatty fish with black pepper and yuzu miso -wagyu - loved the seasoned marbled beef, but black garlic sauce wasnt that prominent -uni - super fresh and classic!! -rockfish - simple, straightforward with sea salt; loved the freshness with a slight sweetness -crab roll - legit crab meat, baked with some light mayo, wrapped in a soy paper that kinda tasted like there edge of a pancake There was only one chef to 3 parties of 2 and a larger party in the back. As a result i think the pacing between courses could gave been a little bit tighter. He was super nice and smiley but definitely can tell he was stressed. There was still open spots for a weekend night and it was easy to move our reservation when we were running late. read more

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Overall, great service and great food! There were a few of the pieces I didn't care too much for in the omakase. Nice spot too in a sketchy area though. Costly but heck, its an awesome way to start the new year. Love the lounge music. Can yall send me the playlist?!? Lol read more

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My partner and I had an excellent omakase experience here. The fish was really good quality and each bite was delectable! I particularly enjoyed the balance of flavors with the oyster appetizer. Service was really friendly too! read more

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Let me start off by saying that the service here is quick, friendly, and attuned, so service is deserving of 5 stars. Yokox also looks aesthetically pleasing and is spaced nicely between bar and tables, so ambiance is also deserving of 5 stars. The food, which is the most important part, was unfortunately underwhelming. I know a lot of diners are excited for its reasonable price tag at $89 for 15 courses before taxes and tips (which is approximately $110 when said and done). The appetizer selections all underperformed, especially the oyster, which wasn't all that fresh, and the salmon which was overpowered by the intense oil infused soy sauce. They also unfortunately no longer served the crab leg appetizer, which was a bummer and perhaps it could've enhanced the dining experience by a small margin. The majority of the sushi pieces were white fish and the condiments that accompanied each piece were light and mild at best, which didn't help bring out the sweetness and freshness of the fish. Their selection was also underwhelming, with the highlights being only the sea urchin, salmon belly, and scallop, which were all good but small in size as evident in the pictures compared to the ginger (the premium pieces were small in size and the less popular pieces were regular in size). The final piece was basically a regular unagi piece wrapped with a piece of seaweed, which is extremely disappointing when the majority of omakase serve the last piece as a full size hand roll. They didn't have any premium combo pieces like uni and scallop, nor did they serve any pieces of botan ebi or wagyu, which a lot of other under-$100 omakase serves. Thus, the under seasoning, the lack of premium selection, lack of exciting appetizer selections, and the small portion sizes made this unfortunately one of the more underwhelming omakase experiences I had for less than $100; the overall experience was perhaps more fitting at the $50 price tag, but that's just my opinion. NYC has become saturated with so many affordable omakase restaurants, that unfortunately Yokox is not one that I would recommend. The servers were really nice and friendly, but the quality of the food leaves so much more to be desired, which makes this review painful to write since I really wanted Yokox to do well given its exemplary service and beautiful design. Thank you for reading and best of luck (: read more

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Found this place back in 2024 and it just gets better each time we visit - the yellow tail or salmon with the yuzu infused evoo in my fav! But the warm king crab/snow crab handroll with the spicy mayo is insanely good! Great price point for an NYC omakase spot. They even have a full selection of small sake bottles & some fun desserts. Make a res the counter does fill up quick. Ill continue to go back to this spot. read more

Yokox Omakase - Baked king/snow Crab Hand Roll - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

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This review is for weekend dinner. I'm giving this 5 stars because it's an incredible value: $89 for 15 courses and everything tasted sooo fresh and was such high quality (they could easily double the price). If you're a sushi and omakase fan, then I highly recommend checking out this place. Ambiance is casual. I think it's about a 15 person seating counter (no other tables). Seating time is 75 minutes, but we lingered a little after. Didn't feel rushed at all. I don't recall all the courses, but I appreciated that everything was straightforward - some omakase places I go to the courses feel like they're trying too hard or aren't actual sashimi or nigiri. This is straight sashimi or nigiri (except for an oyster course). They take into consideration if you're allergic to something (we had someone in our group allergic to shrimp and another oysters and they adjusted). They leave time at the end if you want to order additional food. read more

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First omakase experience - CHECK!!! This place was a great first taste into the world of omakase. For $89 each, my boyfriend and I each got a 15 course omakase set filled with toro, oyster, barracuda, wagyu, and other great proteins. Every bite was delicately made in front of you by the chef, then served with a description of the piece! Each one was amazing and by the end, you become super full. The servers never let your water or glass run empty, and the chefs are constantly trying to ensure your satisfaction with the omakase. Excited to try other omakase places in the future! read more

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THE VALUE! A wonderful assortment for the omakase that is done earnestly and makes it more affordable to all. Definitely make reservations in advanced since seating is limited. The vibe is pretty modern and clean too. I really enjoyed watching the Chefs crafting each roll. It's definitely a diamond in the rough type of place and really hope them much more success to come! read more

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89/pp omakase such great deal! Everything was so fresh, we enjoy every bite. My fav one was the Chutoro appetizer and the otoro with uni! So good! If you like omakase , you should check this place out! read more

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Solid omakase for under $100! Friendly service and nice decor. The pieces are fairly sized and delicious! read more

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Absolutely tasty, very reasonable price , the chef is very skilled and friendly, he will keep your conversation and will have a beer with you. Ambience is ok and inviting. We will be back read more

Yokox Omakase - Tuna - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

It's such a shame I couldn't fit everything into this review because this contemporary omakase by Chef Owen has to be one of the most fun dining experiences I've had in a long time. Chef Owen takes the time to thoroughly explain each course, creating a menu highlighted by fish not found very often at other omakase, like barracuda and belt fish. Also the flavor combinations are so innovative and complement each course beautifully. Oyster with yuzu and wakamomo (Japanese baby peaches)?! I don't see anybody else putting out flavors like this. The ambience, service, and food were nothing short of exceptional and is my favorite omakase in nyc so far! If you're looking for fun, creative flavors and courses in an intimate and welcoming setting, definitely stop by :) Follow my Instagram and TikTok @thephotographerfoodie for more! :) read more

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Wonderful service. Great food! Great atmosphere! I would recommend this to anyone looking for an omakase experience.

Loved the course they've prepared for us. Unique and adventurous. The only critique was that they were all over me and my friend. It felt like we couldn't have a conversation without being checked up on or a staff standing right behind my shoulder. read more

Yokox Omakase - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

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We have decided to spend the Christmas in NYC, so I have made reservation to have Christmas Eve dinner here. It is important to reserve the bar side seats as watching the chef working and learning some intricate details are part of the experience. Overall solid food, well balanced flavors with attentions to details. Nothing overly fancy (considering the price the variety is quite good). But there are still a few pleasant surprises to show chef's creativity. read more

I thought this was a great spot for omakase. For $89 and a 75min time limit, you get 15 courses! Yokox is a small restaurant, very clean and with a dark and edgy vibe. There was room for 15 seats. The first three were plated courses of sashimi with flavorful dressings, including Tuna, King Salmon and Scallop with uni. All three were a flavorful start to the meal - I was wanting to drink the sauce from the bowl of the Tuna dish, as they soy and yuzu combination was divine! Next up, we had sushi of Red Snapper, Mackerel, Himachi, Shima Aji, Snapper, King Salmon, and Scallop. Toro was delicious with fresh seaweed, and we had Salmon Roe and Uni gunkan maki. Then A5 wagyu before finishing with a Toro hand roll. Overall the flavors were tasty and inventive- including a lot of herbal combinations such as chili scallion, yuzu, chimichurri or miso powder. I thought the portion sizes of the fish was on the smaller side compared to other omakase, especially for the handroll, but the flavor was still good. Also note there is no alcohol served, nor is it byob. read more

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Would say this spot is more simple with less toppings compared to other spots however I LOVED the flavor combinations they had. They were definitely unique and different compared to other spots as they used chimichurri, plum, seaweed, octopus, radish and a lot more. They also have 75 min seating so it doesn't feel rushed read more

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If you like sushi at all, you will love this place. You don't have to be some fancy know it all or sushi expert - the items weren't crazy or exotic. It's just great sushi, presented very well, in a really dope restaurant. Service was impeccable and attentive, food was absolutely delicious (every bite!), and the price was very reasonable considering the location and the quantity of fish you get. Highly recommend. read more

Everything tastes so fresh. 3 seasonal appetizers + 11 nigiri + 1 hand roll. I like them all except for the 2 second appetizer which is a bit too oily for me. read more

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This is a relatively new omakase restaurant, we were in uber getting stuck in the traffic and called in at the last minute. They didn't even take our credit card over the phone. We were like wow. Also they stayed open for us even if it was after supposedly their last call. (This is not to encourage you all to do what we did. Chef Owen apparenrly works over 12 hours a day so unless it's really urgent, you should respect their last call) Once we arrived, we were literally the only one, very serene atmosphere made us feel very "exclusive". We found them on Instagram, lately we've been experincing "Instagram vs Reality" syndrome by many restanrants but this one, you won't have to worry about. What you see is exactly what you get. No complaint about the food there. Chef Owen is Nobu alumni. He defintiely knows the stuff and his skill is very solid. We'll defintely come back. read more

For $89 each, a good deal with 16 courses (this includes appetizers). With the exception of the salmon appetizer being chewy and stringy the rest of the fish was very fresh. The chef paired interesting flavors and garnishes on all the pieces of fish, including things like scallion ginger sauce. Open, modern counter in a new space and attentive service. I'd go back. read more

Yokox Omakase - Omakase - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

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Food (15- course omakase) was of the highest quality, each piece just melts in your mouth. Ambiance was perfect - calm but casual dining atmosphere. Service was also great, waitress was very attentive to our needs. Highly recommend this place, worth every penny spent! read more

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Amazing, amazing, amazing! The chefs are doing a phenomenal job. I had the omakase 15 course and it was so worth the money. I have paid in other places more than $200 for less food than here and the quality at yokox is just perfect!! Ambience is very very nice. Warm cozy small and beautiful decor. 10/10 would recommend read more

I was craving for Omakase! I saw this brand new restaurant on Resy and Google. I hadn't seen any reviews yet, but decided to give it a try. The results were not disappointing! Everything was on point and the service was great! All the fish was cooked to perfection and the rice was perfect Well worth the visit, the read more

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We made a reservation for two at Yokox on a whim about one hour before we wished to dine. There were a few people at the restaurant, but it was not full. Once seated and equipped with saké, the 15-course omakase experience promptly started. This meal consisted of three appetizers and 12 nigiri. Jackie was our designated chef and it was apparent throughout the experience that he treats his profession with care. Notably, there was no issue with omitting wasabi from all the courses for one of us. The food was delicious and I truly appreciated the variety and freshness of the fish served. There was also a wagyu course - the beef melts in your mouth and was absolutely delicious. I can imagine it is especially difficult opening an omakase restaurant in NYC, where there are already so many. However, at a price point lower than most others and with quality measuring up to some of the sushi we recently ate in Japan, Yokox absolutely is worth a try. read more

Fantastic food. Fantastic server as well by the name of Owen. Give him a raise please he made the ambiance of the place very well! Good food and good times! read more

Super good food. Chef was incredible, very kind, and the overall experience was the best. Highly recommend.

Such a hidden gem! We had an amazing experience from start to finish. The staff was extremely accommodating and service was top notch. The food was exceptional and every dish was super unique (hard to pick a favorite). Will definitely be back again! read more

I never review anything this is literally my first review but this place was the best sushi I've ever had. Great ambiance and amazing service Owen and Jackie are the best 10000/10. read more

The place and food and ambiance is great. I will say that a 15 piece omakase shouldn't be a 30 minute experience. My suggestion is to train the team in better banter, discussion of the fish and general small talk. Also the first was all pre-prepared, rather than sliced in front of me. If it was for a business quick lunch it would be fine but not for a dinning out of experience. read more