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    Koete Omakase

    4.7 (58 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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    salmon
    Hajir S.

    Really great fish, and a caring sushi course - however not my favorite omakase in NYC for sure. I wanted it to be great, and I think it is just good. First off there was incense burnt before we came - incense at an omakase place feels weird, and takes away from the ability to taste the fish as the smell is lingering. Secondly the restaurant was soooooooo hot - like just too hot for an omakase. I'm not sure what was going on, but it was like 78-80 degrees in the restaurant. The fish itself was fantastic. My favorite was the hokkaido uni which I love, but this felt like it was extra good. Obviously the chu-toro and O-toro were great, but I think I liked the New Zealand King Salmon even better than them this time around. The hand rool was solid too, and at $118 or so this was not a bad deal at all...just it didn't hit great for me and that makes it hard as a repeat in NYC with sooooo many great places nearby. Also while the sushi chef was amazing, the waitress forgot to clear a spoon at one point, seemed forgetful in other ways too, and wasn't as professional as she could be. The sake list was amazing and while we went for a more premium sake than was in the sake pairing, the sake pairing seems like a great deal!

    Wagyu
    Divya K.

    We had an AMAZING omakase experience. We went with the sake pairing and that really elevated our meal. The seating capacity here is pretty small and we liked that the omakase experience was intimate. For our 7 PM reservation, there was another group of 2 right next to us doing the same experience in parallel with the same chef. Highly recommend coming on time to enjoy the experience with other parties! It was so great to chat with them and enjoy the experience as a group! The fish was beyond words. My favorites were the O toro, Three line, Sea urchin, and Sea bream. They were also able to swap out the wagyu due to my diet. While the omakase itself was fairly filling, we ended up re-ordering some omakase items a la carte because we enjoyed them so much. Also can't complain about the complimentary sake pours that kept coming ;) All in all we had such a good time we ended up staying like 2.5 hours chatting with the chef. Highly highly recommend for anyone looking for an amazing well rounded omakase experience.

    chutoro with black truffle
    Ruby C.

    This might not be the most affordable omakase, but they use only premium sashimi with 95% flown in fresh from Toyosu Fish Market in Japan!! This was a 90-minute, 16-course omakase for $118. Instead of rushing through the courses, the pacing was tailored to our dining speed. And honestly, that's exactly how an omakase should be. I've tried omakase spots at different price points over the past two years, and Koete Omakase is the BEST so far thanks to its interactive dining experience. Chef Jason, who has over 30 years of omakase and tuna-cutting expertise, guided us through each course and explained the pairing concepts behind them. He's also very humorous, and we had a great time chatting with him. My favorites: - Akami Tuna with daikon and chive - Chutoro with black truffle - Otoro with caviar and 24K gold leaf - A5 Miyazaki Wagyu with torched leek and sea salt My jaw dropped when I heard how luxurious the caviar and gold leaf were. Definitely on another level compared to what I've had before. From what I learned, the King Salmon was the only fish not flown in from Japan. It was sourced from New Zealand, and it tasted incredibly sweet and fatty. We were also "challenged" with the Botan Ebi paired with pickled wasabi, which made our mouth numb for about two seconds, but it really elevated the freshness of the shrimp. At the end, Chef Jason kindly treated us to yuzu sake and yuzu cheesecake on the house. We were also told that lots of celebrities (football players, Broadway stars, movie actors) come in for his omakase!

    Wagyu with truffle sauce and fried leek
    Sean C.

    Treated myself to a nice omakse dinner on my Christmas trip to NYC. Every single bite was delicious with some interesting combos of flavors. I expected to not like some because there are usually certain sushi I don't like but I loved every bite. I also like that you can order extra at the end so got a few extra pieces too. It was really fun watching the sushi chef create all the combos. The fish was all precut but it would have been nice to see some being cut. Made sense though with all the work into the presentation. Only complaint was some of the other guests there had so many special requests that it took away from the experience a little bit with so much extra they were needing.

    Sarah C.

    This place is an awesome option if you're heading to a broadway show after or before! They do an 11 course Omakase for just $65. Each piece of nigiri (or hand roll) is expertly made and explained at the sushi bar. The space itself is intimate with bar-only seating and the sushi chef is super kind! I asked a couple of questions about the proper way to eat each dish and he was helpful, not snooty at all. They provide chopsticks in case you don't want to use your hands (the traditional way to eat nigiri, I learned!). Overall, a great experience for an awesome price! The threeline fish was the star! Highly recommend

    Nikko A.

    Stopped by Koete for a work dinner and was absolutely blown away. This was my first omakase experience and I couldn't have asked for a better restaurant or chef! Each piece was super delicious and the highest quality sushi I've ever had. Every bite melted in your mouth and tasted super fresh. The chef was handing out the pieces one by one and walking us through the flavor profile and what each piece consisted of. One of our coworkers is pescatarian so they substituted his wagyu beef piece out and we're super accommodating. The restaurant is super clean and in an intimate space. I haven't been to Japan yet, but one of my coworkers said this is exactly what the restaurants in Japan were like and that this omakase was super authentic Japanese! Koete is 10/10 and I would highly recommend it for you next dinner/date night or corporate outing!

    Andrew F.

    Just cannot say enough about this experience in every aspect!! Quality of fish: very high, fresh, garnish used to truly elevate, not mask lower grade sushi. Chef: friendly, engaging, communicative, accommodating, and even shared a round of sake with us! Wait staff: super attentive, friendly, made for a fun experience. We were asked throughout about our favorites, showing they clearly spend time getting feedback and refining their selection process. For being just 5 months old, Koete has crushed it and is already truly a gem and a top omakase experience of mine. Worth every penny!

    Faith C.

    I booked a lunch seating on a whim as this place is walking distance from my workplace and I needed a quick pick me up. The price is very affordable for the amount and quality of food you are given. The server and chef were nice, and my water glass was always full without me having to ask. The restaurant itself is small and intimate - perfect for a date or a solo relaxation meal. The whole experience took around 45 minutes. Nothing was new or blew my mind, but I have been to a lot of omakase experiences. I agree with a previous reviewer that this place is great for tourists or beginner sushi lovers, or even those looking for a quick bite that's slightly more upscale. Although this wouldn't be my first choice for omakase (I admit I am sadly a tiny bit snobbish now after having many omakase experiences), I definitely would come again during the work week because the price for quality is worth it.

    Wagyu scallop truffle special
    Javier M.

    Came here for a quick lunch before a Carnegie Hall show; it's an easy walk from Moynihan Train Hall and right by the Ed Sullivan Theater. We did the $75, 11-piece omakase and added sake plus one special. Overall, a strong experience. The space is intimate, about 20 seats, and service was thoughtful without being overbearing. They guided us to a sake that matched what we described and got it exactly right. Fish quality was solid across the board. Standouts were the isaki threeline fish, hamachi, salmon, and toro; the hamachi in particular was excellent, even by the standard of a piece I usually enjoy. The ginger was also wonderful; bright, clean, and a real enhancer between pieces. Rice temperature and texture were consistent, which matters more than most places get credit for. We tried the scallop, wagyu, and truffle special, which was $30. Flavor was good, but the texture didn't quite come together, which made it less compelling than the core omakase. All in, with the omakase, sake, special piece, tax, and tip, we spent about $350 for two people. I've had slightly better omakase in Manhattan at this price point, both in fish quality and overall polish. That said, for a no reservation lunch, convenient location, and overall value, this was a very good experience. I would come back for a reliable, high quality midday omakase.

    first five courses
    May W.

    I purchased Pulsd deal for $169. For a 17 courses which includes a special and a small sake. The sushi was very fresh, but smaller than usual, My favorite was a sweet shrimp and the fatty tuna. For special I order the roe and Uni don. Which you can see one of my photo. the don is a lot smaller than the picture they showed in the website presentation. Overall, I enjoyed it and the service was very nice. I do want to mention that on the plused deal , do mention Tips and tax is not included yet . They suggest tip base on the full price. when I got my bill, they automatically included tax and 20% tip based on the full price. If you don't read it carefully, you're end up double tipping.

    David H.

    OMG, sushi never tasted so good! Creative, attentive and friendly service with an experienced sushi chef. The ultimate experience for any occasion!

    Elie T.

    We got a pulsd voucher for Koete. Didn't know what to expect. We came on a Friday at 5 pm. It was 4 of us. We noticed that the restaurant was easy to spot, not hidden like a lot of these omakase places. When we got in, there was one u shaped bar seating and we were seated right away with our reservation. That's when we were surprised by a familiar face. We recognized Jason who we had the pleasure of meeting at another omakase spot Tsumo who is now the co partner at Koete. He was very happy to see us and treated us like friends and royalty. We felt very welcome. We also met Tony who was our sushi chef and super friendly as well. Our pulsd voucher came with the standard omakase which had 15 course plus an appetizer, it also let us choose a special course at the end and also came with sake. Every piece was delicious and thoughtfully crafted with attention to detail. There was an emphasis on the toppings and each bite had great flavors that work well together. My favorite was the special at the end. I chose the Wagyu scallop truffle which was amazing. The uni, toro and Wagyu pieces also stood out. We also tried their yuzu cheesecake, matcha cheesecake and black sesame ice cream which were not included with our voucher. My favorite was the matcha cheesecake which had a strong matcha flavor and not too sweet but everything was very good. We left at around 6:30 and the place filled up. Overall, it was a great experience with a lively ambiance, welcoming staff and amazing food. I hope it does well and can't wait to see Jason and Tony again!

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    Margaret S.

    I would give this dinner experience 10 stars if Yelp would let me. We chose the 15 course meal with appetizer for $138 each and $55 Sake flight sampler. We couldn't have asked for a better experience. The restaurant is clean, quiet, and bar service. Jason was an amazing chef. Watching his expertise was really an experience.

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    Great experience and super friendly staff! Omakase was filling since it was over 15 courses.

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    This was on of best sushi spots ever!! The soup was amazing went back the next day before we left!

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    Ask the Community - Koete Omakase

    Tensai

    Tensai

    4.3
    (59 reviews)
    0.9 mi

    I had stopped by this little hole in the wall a handful of times before stopping in several months…read moreago during a cold winter day. The place was pretty quiet, and the staff was friendly. To drink, I had a Hot Organic Super Matcha Tea for 4.95. It was alright tea, and I wish teas were included in the price point, as otherwise, this place feels pretty traditional. In terms of food, I only ordered from the seasonal menu, so I'm not sure how the rest of the dishes are, but from what I had, I would go back for a light traditional meal. My appetizer was the Dashimaki Tamago/だし巻まき卵たま, or sweet savory omelet with daikon for $6.98. This came with three pieces along with a little dollop of grated radish. The pieces had a light sweetness to them along with a bit of savoriness. They were juicy and a bit bouncy while maintaining some softness. This was standard and good. My main dish was the $19.98 Beef Tan Tan Udon, or ground sirloin beef, spicy broth, baby bok choy, kikurage mushroom, scallions, and sesame seeds. While I have preferred udon from spots like Raku, the udon had a mild chew to it, and they were still good. The broth had a mix of sweetness and spiciness with a nice depth of flavor. The vegetables inside tasted fresh, and the meat added some richness. This was good as well. I wouldn't recommend going out of your way to go here, but the food was good. If you're in the area and looking for no frills Japanese dining in a more comfortable atmosphere at pretty decent Midtown East prices, I would recommend this place.

    I recently tried Tensai for dinner during the weekday and enjoyed a nice authentic Japanese udon…read more The restaurant is nestled in Midtown East NY and has several two-seater tables, but only one or two larger tables that can seat a party of 4. Very cozy restaurant and the staff were attentive and friendly. Luckily their service is very fast so my family and I didn't have to wait more than 10 minutes for a table in the back. I really enjoyed their niku udon. The broth was flavorful but not too salty. The menu offered a variety of options, all reasonably priced between $10-20, ensuring great value for the quality provided. I would come back to Tensai for some comforting Japanese udon noodles!

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    Sakagura

    Sakagura

    4.2
    (1.9k reviews)
    1.0 mi
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    This is one of the best izakaya restaurants in Manhattan, and it keeps bringing me back time after…read moretime. The moment you walk in, you're instantly transported to Japan. The décor features light natural wood and bamboo, creating a warm, authentic atmosphere, with an impressive collection of sake lining the wall. The food is outstanding. We started with the seasonal soft-shell crab, which was incredibly fresh and fried to perfection. The daily sashimi special was exceptionally fresh, and the salad was light and refreshing. The must-order Wagyu beef, served on a hot stone, simply melted in our mouths and was unforgettable. Every dish was beautifully prepared, and I enjoyed every single bite. The impeccable service was the icing on the cake. The staff was attentive throughout our meal, making sure we had everything we needed without ever being intrusive. I absolutely loved the entire dining experience and can't wait to come back again!

    We had a really delicious dinner at Sakagura. Some of the real highlights were:…read more- the cucumber salad - the eggplant, which was absolutely to die for - the black cod The Otoro sashimi was also really good. Definitely melt-in-your-mouth quality. The hot udon soup was fine but nothing too special. The hamachi was very good but be aware that it is the hamachi shoulder on the bone, not hamachi sashimi. I tried a sake that is made from red rice, which was really delicious, and my wife had a sauvignon blanc, which was also really good. This is a fun place to try a bunch of Japanese small plates in a nice setting where the tables are not too crowded and the noise level is very reasonable.

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