By far, one of the best omakases you can happen upon in Midtown. The service is incredible; extremely kind and attentive. We went with 17 courses. Each bite was absolutely incredible - with the exception of the ankimo. While I wouldn't call it bad by any stretch, I feel the texture was off a bit; could have been much softer and creamier. The flavor was there. We had two of the king salmon with foie gras which was unreal. Really amazing wagyu bite as well. The lighting is a bit bright for me and would love to see some more natural elements incorporated into the restaurant (it's very grey, black, and white). The sushi bar is large and round in the middle of the restaurant which is really cool as it provides a ton of bar seating. Thank you for a lovely experience! I will absolutely be back. read more

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Such an interesting omakase experience! My fiance and I decided to come for the 17-course omakase ($109, 75 minutes) on a Saturday night, and we were able to score a reservation fairly easily. It doesn't look like they're very well known yet, but I anticipate they will be! Osukaa provides a very no frills experience - the fish is the highlight and star, instead of different flavor pairings and toppings. I could have maybe used just a touch more soy on some of the pieces, but this was an experience where you could really just savor the flavor of the fish itself. They also constantly serve up fresh rice that's infused with what looks like a kombu mixture, instead of having a huge batch that cools off. What's most unique about Osukaa is that they're really serving up different fish compared to a usual omakase experience. They don't have salmon, yellowtail, eel, snapper, or hand rolls. Instead, they really rotate through whatever catches they have. We were served things we never tried before and usually don't see, like barracuda, thread fish, grunt fish, belt fish, and baby squid! The hot appetizers were also really well done - I enjoyed the miso cod. Service is really attentive - our waters never ran empty even though there was only one staff member. The chef seems to be a bit shy - there's not much banter, but he did take his time in explaining what each piece was, and noting which ones were his favorites. We also didn't feel rished at all - Osukaa isn't like other omakases where they're turning over seats rapidly. The restaurant is really easy to get to - it's walkable from Grand Central Terminal. read more

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This omakase experience really missed the mark and was in fact upsetting. I came in for solo omakase and there was only one other person finishing up in the restaurant. From the very moment I sat down, the pacing was incredibly slow. I waited 20 minutes to get my first bite while the chef must have been doing prep work or something. There were also long stretches of just sitting and waiting between courses. What should have felt intentional and thoughtful instead felt disorganized and frustrating, especially as a solo diner. The first thing I mentioned was that I do not eat meat (pescatarian). The most concerning part of this whole experience was being served foie gras on top of a piece of fish, without any explanation or confirmation. I don't eat meat and after I put it in my mouth and ate it, but thought it tasted weird and then asked if there was meat in that. He looked at me surprised and said it was goose liver and questioned why that would be considered meat. I still am very upset about this. I have not eaten meat in over 25 years and he was completely blasé about it, like it was not a big mistake. For this being omakase and justifiably at a high end price, I expected this situation to be rectified (which could have been done in a various amount of ways). Despite the excessive wait times and the mistake with the dish, there was no acknowledgment, apology, or gesture from the staff--no extra course, drink, or even a check-in. I paid in full at the time and reached out afterward, but never received a response. Overall, the experience felt inattentive and poorly handled. For a meal that's supposed to be curated and high-end, this was a major disappointment. $90+ for a really not good experience and no effort made to fix it. read more

I always try to do an omakase when I'm in New York, and Omakase Osukaa popped up on Yelp as one conveniently located in Midtown East (a lot of the omakases I was initially considering were located in East Village). I booked the lunch omakase on Resy, which is $48 for 10 courses (before tax and tip). There's also a 13-course option for $79. Note: If there is a cancellation/change/no-show within 12 hours of your dining time, you will be charged a $50 fee per person on the reservation - so be sure to show-up! My reservation was for 1:15pm. The counter was about half-filled when I got seated. I was seated at the far corner and didn't really have a good view of the chef/action. I like how they have staggered start times to give you more scheduling flexibility, but I think it takes away from the counter experience of watching and interacting with the chef. Once I was seated, the hostess activated a magical moist towelette to cleanse my hands before the meal. The meal is still primarily eaten with chopsticks, but there is a hand roll provided as the last course (but it's always good to wash up before eating regardless). She checked if I had any food allergies, took my order for drinks, and explained the course options. Between the 10- and 13-course meal, I opted for the 10. For each course, the chef would walk over, place it on my serving plate on the high counter, and then I had to clunkily transfer the piece to my own plate. The chef would also describe what it was as he put it down, but he was very soft spoken, so sometimes it was hard to hear him. Other omakases that I've been to have had the chef more seamlessly transfer the piece directly to your serving plate or hand, and have also provided more visual cues (such as a board or printed menu) to guide you through the meal. The meal was served quickly, but without feeling at a rushed pace. When I was served the final course (a hand roll), I was surprised that we were on the last one already. I especially liked the hand roll for the crispy rice inside which gave it some extra texture. I enjoyed the omakase overall. There were some unique bites and lovely little enhancements such as foie gras, truffle, caviar, and wagyu, but I felt like the experience was lacking since the chef stood distantly and kept to himself. I also thought that the penultimate course (a toast) had an overlapping flavor profile with its predecessor, which felt repetitive. I liked Omakase Osukaa for its quality and affordability, but it doesn't quite stand out to me as a favorite amongst the numerous omakases in Manhattan. read more

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Very nice lunch set offered from 12 - 2:30. Great quality for the price. Service was amazing. The staff and chef were very kind and attentive. read more

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Loved loved loved this quick and yummy lunch omakase! They have a great lunch deal of $48 for 10 pieces. The quality of the fish is great, and you can order more pieces à la carte if you're still hungry. The interior is super clean and classic Japanese chic. Most of the nigiri are balanced well flavor-wise, and my favorite piece was the foie gras on salmon--it was the perfect combo of two types of richness. Service was attentive, and my water was constantly being topped off and full. read more

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Initially, I popped in for their lunch omakase (10-course for 50) but ended up trying their 13-course omakase for 79, which came with more premium cuts. The omakase went pretty quickly -- I was in-and-out with 50 minutes. The sushi chef explained each course to me and answered any questions I had. I didn't feel like I had to wait too long in between each one. The 13-course was a perfect amount of food during lunch time. They use fresh and high-quality fish/seafood for each piece. My favorites were the following: * Wild Spotted Shrimp (Botan Ebi) - The shrimp was sweet and creamy, the texture easily melted in my mouth. * King Salmon with Foie Gras - Good cut of salmon and the foie gras made it extra creamy * Hokkaido Scallop (Hotate) - Fresh scallop with some yuzu topped on, which made a good combination * Seared otoro? with caviar, uni, and gold flakes - Expensive bite that was creamy, rich, earthy, and fatty. Lots of expensive flavors going around. * Hokkaido Sea Urchin (Uni) - Creamy and fresh, it melted in my mouth easily. I enjoyed the yellowtail, but didn't like the pickled? topping that had a weird flavor I didn't like. Everything else was good, but not the most memorable. Overall, this was a pretty average/good omakase experience. The dessert at the end was a nice touch. It's a pricy option for lunch, so I'd recommend the 10-course moving forward. read more

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Our first experience with Omakase was very pleasant. The restaurant is small, the seating option is limited to the bar, it's small, quaint and comfortable. Sam, our sushi chef was fantastic. I did the 13 course & my boyfriend had the 17 course. I felt satisfied with my choice, it was a reasonable amount of food. Of course, if you don't like raw food, this won't be up your alley. The seafood is flown fresh from Japan, top quality, never frozen. The nigiri preparation was creative & super tasty. My favorite was the salmon with truffle. You can do your numbered tasting and then add on more items to your liking. James, our server was very knowledgeable about the sake choices and gave us a great recommendation. The best thing about the experience was that considering the typical cost of the Omakase experience, this restaurant was a great value for the experience. read more

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I had a great experience here for their 10-course lunch omakase for $48. The service was great and the food was wonderful. I had told James that I had a short lunch that day and he made sure that my entire omakase would fit within my timeframe. All 10 pieces were fresh and delicious. Plus the location is great and all the staff were very accommodating and friendly - I would definitely recommend this place! read more

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We went for lunch coz it's close to my friend's workplace. There's a lunch set (I believe it's available at lunch only) that's below $50 for 10 pieces of nigiri, we opted for that coz we didn't have a lot of time and 10 pieces sound just right for lunch. This place is similar to many other omakase places in the city - Chinese-run and/or the chefs are Chinese, which is fine by me as long as the quality is good. The fish used was fresh, and our chef was very efficient. The set price is unbeatable considering its location, and when compared to similar places in the area, it offers an even more affordable option. The only thing is it'd be great if they also include a small dessert at the end of the meal. I understand they're trying to keep the set cost down, but even a small scoop of ice cream / a mochi would make the whole experience better. It's also because other omakase places offer that so it's kind of expected. read more

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Amazing selection of sushi! All the fish were fresh and tasted amazing! You can also order more of your favorite course at the end. The dessert was simple, sweet and delightful. It complimented the whole meal nicely. read more

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New Omakase spot! Located conveniently near Grand Central Station for commuters and locals alike. Large sushi counter in the center room, 3 sides of the bar with ample seating. Affordable prices, good quality fish packed with flavor and toppings that do not overpower the fish. The rice was seasoned well and temperature was perfect. Liquor license is pending. The service was friendly and the staff was attentive. Reservations can be made on RESY. Overall, another spot not to be missed! Lunch: $48 - 10 courses Dinner: $79 - 13pcs course $109 -17pcs course read more

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Low key and delicious omakase--great lunch deal. Counter seating. Nigiri and hand rolls. Shockingly good!

Excellent Staff, the food is outstanding, the size of the place makes it very friendly. The hostess as so helpful and happy, the Chef was wonderful and witty. And the flavors are to die for. Great place for lunch or dinner! read more

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$79 for 13 course, it was very empty on a work day dinner. Mediocre omakase I've had better ones, portion and quality wise. 3.5 stars

Chef Steven is an inspired culinary artist for an epic omakase sushi experience. We had a really lovely and personal experience tonight. The foie gras salmon sushi was so tasty and i loved the tuna with flower mushroom. What delighted us was the interesting flavor pairings. And i ve already been to Tokyo twice this year yet its in New York that i find this combination, warmth and hospitality and a touch of Fun. Tell me when you go and I will come over and gawk! What a treat for us read more

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Honestly, I think it's WILD that there's such a good omakase in the heart of Midtown... and it's SUB-$100!!! I needed to find a last minute dinner spot for myself and a colleague close to our office. Was craving sushi, so decided to give Omakase Osukaa a shot. Literally could not believe how good it was - the fish was fresh, but the main attraction is how unique and creative the flavors are. I'm a little over just normal nigiri - I love that each piece has a little extra flavor and verve to provide such delicious flavors. I've gone 3x since I originally went this summer. If you need a quick and amazingly delicious spot after work, this is definitely the place to go! read more

Simply sublime. I come here once a week without fail--it's become a sacred ritual. I absolutely love the team, the chef, and everyone who makes this place so special. The quality of the sushi is consistently outstanding--fresh, delicate, and full of flavor. Every piece is a work of art, both in taste and in presentation. If you haven't been yet, please do yourself a favor and go. It's an experience that stays with you. read more

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Great quality for the price. We opted for the 17-course menu and were very satisfied. I was very impressed that even the condiments/supporting ingredients were the "real deal." The restaurant is super spacious (unlike most omakase places I've been to), and the service was very attentive. Highly recommend! read more

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Fantastic omakase in a very convenient location! They even offer lunch sets! We opted for the 13 course $79 option, which is a great deal because you get uni and fois gras. The restaurant is one of the most spacious omakase counters I've tried. Service is awesome and there is plenty of room. The chef served at our speed for lunch, so it didn't feel rushed. Every single piece had a great garnish or flavoring on top. A few pieces like toro with fois gras was torched to include an extra smokey and melt-in your mouth texture and flavor. read more

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Absolutely amazing good option for omakase experience. Its inexpensive and you get to taste some very unique flavors! I Absolutely recommend this place. read more

Delicious! Everything was really fresh and the price was great! Service was super quick too and the chef and waiter constantly checked in to see if I wanted any changes to the course like spice level and time between courses. read more

Went here last night with my boyfriend to celebrate my birthday a few months ago. We go to omakase a good few times a year and so we wanted to try this place as it was new! I have to say that it was absolutely superb. You get that energy of new restaurant jitters but extreme hospitality and quality of food was superb read more

Best deal omakase in the city. This place is still fairly new but they have it down. Very large sushi bar. Low seats. No soy sauce. You don't need it. The menu is fantastic, as is the sake, beer, and wine selection. $98 for a full tasting. Served as fast as you can eat. read more

Had the most amazing dinner here last night. The service was perfect and the sushi was so high quality and a taste experience. We had a party of 8, it was really fun to have our normal conversation and also get to comment on each dish! Highly recommend! We did the 17 course and I could have had more! read more

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Woah! We stumbled into this place, asked if they had room, and they took us. Little did we know what a gem this was. I have been to all the sushi spots in LA and many in London, NY and Tokyo, and I kid you not, this was the best sushi I've ever had. I will be back. For sure. Not much on decor, not bad not bac at all, but not much. but who needs a fancy ambiance when the food is the star. Damn! read more

With so many omakase spots in NYC, it's hard to choose--but I'm so glad I picked this one. I was only in the city for a short visit and decided to stop in for lunch, opting for the 17-course omakase at $109. Worth every penny. Everything was incredibly fresh, beautifully prepared, and the whole experience felt special without breaking the bank. My favorite piece? The uni foie gras toro toast--like heaven in one bite. Easily one of the best omakase meals I've had, especially at this price point. Can't wait to dine here again next time I'm in town. A true hidden gem! read more

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Great food, service and classic ambience! Great job! Love the 17 course tasting menu!

My husband and I stumbled upon OSUKAA in February and were so delighted. We went in for a quick lunch bite, and the fish was exceedingly fresh and it was a warm place to enjoy a little sake and hot tea with our Omakase experience. I'm looking forward to going back this weekend. read more

Amazing service! I very much recommend the 17 course meal. It is incredible and so much different tastes. The overall vibe of this place was amazing. 10/10, would definitely recommend for any occasion. The wagyu will definitely make me come back. Went with a friend for his birthday, an he got double the dessert, and the whole staff sang "Happy Birthday" to him. read more

This was a fantastic first introduction to Omakase. Our chef was Oscar and he took great care to present every part of the meal with thoughtfulness and style. We were so impressed with the flavor combinations and the suggested sake pairing. The service was very attentive and made us feel welcome and at ease. The host answered our questions and explained this is a more casual omakase experience with novel flavor profiles. It's a wonderful transition from traditional sushi to some more experimental variations. This was a great way to end our stay in New York and highlight experience during our stay. Thank you to the team for such a great evening! Highly recommend for a thoughtfully curated date night sushi. read more

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OMFG! We consider ourselves Japanese sushi and food snobs, come from the West Coast, and source and prepare our own fish for multi-course diverse omekase meals of our own with our guests at our home sourced from SoCal Japanese markets (of which we are fortuitously blessed). So suffice it to say we feel qualified to judge the quality of a meal at a chef-driven Japanese restaurant. And THIS PLACE exceeded expectations in best way. The 17-course Omekase is, without question, the single biggest ridiculously best Quality-Price-Ratio Japanese meal that we have had since before the pandemic! In the US OR Japan. Ridiculous!! Chef Takeshi (Midtown) was amazing, the service impeccable, the sake recommendation spot-on, and again, especially considering the price, unbelievable. We recently spent several weeks in a food-driven tour of Japan, and even THERE (where prices are generally about 50-75% of US prices for similar taking into account American tipping culture as well) this place was as good or better than all the places we ate at in Japan. If you are even reading this and considering OSUKAA as a dining destination, you owe it to yourself to check it out before the word gets out and you can't get into the place. This was truly exceptional. Bravo ! read more

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Good concept. Most of the food was good but some was. It as fresh as I expected. Also it felt more like counter service and less like a high quality sushi bar read more

Went here for a fantastic Valentine's Day dinner. All of the food was so fresh, service was amazing and a super beautiful atmosphere. Would recommend in a heartbeat (pun intended ) read more

Omakase OSUKAA Midtown East - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

Great all around! Fantastic quality of the fish for the price. Loved that we were able to add on more pieces. Everyone in there was so kind! read more

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An authentic Omakase experience that begins right when you sit at the bar, which dominates the space -- very much a small bar feel right out of the backstreets of Shibuya. You find yourself talking with fellow patrons seated next to you. Probably a popular date night selection. Personal attention from the manager, the sushi chefs are probably the best I've run into. The 17-piece Omakase ensures artisanal and varied sushi treats just keep on coming. Oh, and they are very, very good. Excellent selection of cold sipping sake. I'd go back anytime! Loved it. read more

Recently visited NYC and my friend took us there for lunch... I would rate it in my top 3 favorite sushi experiences... only because I don't want to leave other out... not that another comes to mind.. highly recommend this place.. read more

Best sushi I've ever had in my life. It was delicate, fresh, and delicious. I highly recommend coming here.

The absolute best omakase in NYC is at this unassuming spot in Midtown! They just opened on 45th and Madison, steps away from Grand Central, and it is a perfect spot for a group dinner or a nice date night! They offer lunch omakase - 10 courses for $48, or dinner omakase - 13 courses for $79 or 17 courses for $109. We went for the 17 course option and were obsessed with every single piece. The fish is insanely fresh, unique and flavorful. Favorite bites include salmon with foie gras, toro toast, wagyu with uni and caviar, and the scallop! It was such an incredible experience, the staff is all lovely & you're going to want to add this to your list. read more

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Great omakase experience, fair price for the amount and quality as well. Will definitely be back!