Came here on a saturday around 8:20 PM and the estimated wait time was over 2 hours, so we instead decided to order takeout. Note that the takeout and dine in menus are different, and that takeout orders can only be taken online. We waited about 20-30 minutes for our order. We ordered the akita set, which came with 8 pieces of nigiri and 2 maki rolls, as well as the nagoya set, which came with 16 pieces of nigiri. For the maki rolls, I chose the miso salmon avocado and the yellowtail hamachi. Although the nigiri is more expensive than the maki, I actually found the maki to more tasty. I liked both the rolls equally. For the nigiri, my favorite ones were the ikura roe and the unagi eel. The fish was very fresh and high quality. A good option for elevated takeout sushi. Will definitely return to try the dine in menu. read more

Sendo - Akita and nagoya sets - Sushi Bars Near Me - Manhattan, New York

For the price with good quality omakase this place is a must try! I observe on their website they stated that no reservation and walk in only. I was a bit hesitant to go because their might be a long waiting list on a weekend. but glad I went and check because we waited about 30-40 mins before we got seated but theirs this food fare going on right outside the street of the building so we walk around while waiting. In the beginning we had a hard time finding the place because its in the second floor of a walk up building and they put this little sign thats outside the door. The place is cute with 12 bar seats. We pick the tokyo $43 with 9 nigiri, 2 handrolls and 1 kaisendon. Each piece is so delicious! We first got a handroll to start then nigiri and kaisendon. Each piece melts in your mouth. This makes my NYC trip memorable! I highly recommend! read more

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THE BIG: $48 omakase in Koreatown of Manhattan! Unmarked sushi bar that's located on the second floor but once you know where the door is, it's hard to miss. Public transportation is a must to get here. THE BLACK AND WHITE: First come first serve, so definitely get here as it opens. We got the final two spots before the wait became an hour long. For the omakase, we got the Hokkaido Omakase, which included 10 nigiris, 2 handrolls and 1 kaisendon (bowl of steamed rice with sashimi). All the chef's selection was great and fresh and we had a fatty tuna (otoro) at the end. Delicious! For the extras, we tried the uni tasting which had 3 types of uni but unfortunately, one of the unis were out so we got 2 of the santa barbara unis and 1 hokkaido uni. I wish we got more hokkaido uni becuase it looked prettier and tasted better imo. We also got a toro nigiri and unagi to round out the lunch. THE FINAL BAMBOO: Overall, we spent around $240 for the omakase and a few extra add-ons. Quality was superb and will definitely be back to eat more affordable omakases :) read more

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We came on a Friday for lunch around 12:30p (party of 2) and only had to wait 15 minutes to be seated. However, we overheard that there was an hour wait for the following people in line! I'd budget a longer wait at dinner time (or a weekend lunch), unless you can make it right when they open. As mentioned by others, this is a tiny place, introduced by an unassuming door and a ramp of stairs. There are just 10 bar stools set around a sushi bar, but the day we went only 7 were being served during lunch... probably because it was just a 1-man show). We opted for their Kyoto set and a few more hand-rolls with à la carte (the king salmon and the eel were our favorite). This is a solid omakase, affordable and of really good quality. We will return. read more

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Sendo is hidden behind a little door on the second floor. Had a very filling lunch at Sendo on a Tuesday afternoon. We came a little before 12 and was able to snag the last two seats before the waitlist. They seat first come, first serve so you may have to wait 15-60 min for a seat depending on when people come in. We each got the hokkido omakase. For $48 it was VERY filling and delicious. My favorite was the king salmon and yellow tail. Service is quick and you are served sushi counter clockwise facing the chef. You can also order Al La carte. We got the Uni tasting, another Toro piece and a unagi piece. Highly recommend the unagi! It was a fabulous way to end the lunch and I was so full after. Music and vibes are great all around. read more

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Came for dinner on a Thursday at 5:42 and got seated after about a 10-minute wait. My boyfriend and I both did the Tokyo set which was a great value/price. Highlights were the trout, king salmon, chopped toro, and Hokkaido scallop. Service was good. read more

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Friendly staff, intimate space, and most importantly, delicious sushi! Everything was so fresh and expertly (and efficiently) prepared by the chef. The space only seats 10 at the counter and there's no waiting list, but the meal is well-paced and moves along quickly. My friend and I did the Hokkaido set for $48/person, which comes with 10 pieces of nigiri, 2 handrolls, and 1 kaisendon. Fantastic value -- compared to the Tokyo and Kyoto sets, the Hokkaido set comes with a king salmon and fatty tuna handroll (instead of white fish and salmon), sweet shrimp nigiri, and salmon roe on the kaisendon. Loved the thoughtfulness and elevated experience at this price point. Would definitely come again to get my omakase fix! read more

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Tucked away in the second floor of a building near Herald Square, this 10-bar seating sushi spot is a true hidden gem. I've had this spot bookmarked for a while because of how popular it was on social media and it truly did not disappoint. I went with a group of three at 1pm on a Sunday and got lucky that there was seating right away. My friends and I all ordered the Hokkaido Sendo set which offers 10 nigiri, 2 handrolls, and a mini kaisendon for $48. While I can't remember the name of every nigiri, the three highlights were: the botanebi prawn (shrimp) nigiri, bluefin tuna nigiri, and the toro taku handroll. It was mesmerizing to watch the chef prepare the sushi and the hostess was friendly. There weren't any crazy toppings on the nigiri's like you would typically see at some other omakase spots, but with reasonably priced sets, and fresh, high-quality fish, you really can't go wrong. Would love to come back soon! read more

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Ordered for delivery and the packaging was so impressive! Apparently, the packaging is usually even better but they ran out due to high demand! Food wise, this was incredible. The fish was so fresh and one of the best sushi takeouts! My only disappointment was the wait time for my order however, this was also due to high demand. This speaks to the high quality of the food and popularity! I spoke to the restaurant on the wait time and they were very kind for future visits. read more

Sendo - Akita set plus miso salmon roll, tuna roll, and scallop roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Manhattan, New York

We stopped in for a quick weekday lunch. The space was small, but clean and elegant. We both ordered the Tokyo lunch set. While the fish was undeniably fresh, the meal overall didn't leave much of an impression. The nigiri was solid, but nothing particularly stood out, and I've definitely had better sushi rice elsewhere. That said, the mackerel nigiri was a highlight, easily the best I've had. There wasn't anything wrong with the meal, just nothing especially memorable beyond that one standout bite. If you're looking for a quick, tasty, and healthy lunch, it's a good option. But if you're expecting something exceptional, you might come away a bit disappointed. read more

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Ordered a nigiri take out box and it was phenomenal! The fish was so fresh and the rice proportions were perfect. The area is very difficult to find, but staff was able to help us after we called which we appreciated! read more

Sendo - Nigiri Box - Sushi Bars Near Me - Manhattan, New York

This was my first omakase experience, and it was amazing! Sendo is a bit hard to find, the sign is tiny and the door is very unassuming, I walked past it like 3 times (it's right in between a corner store and pizza shop). It's a tiny place with only 10 seats, luckily I only had to wait about 10 minutes on a Monday night. The interior was beautiful, and they had a fire playlist (oldies rap music). The staff was extremely attentive and polite. I got the hokkaido set, and for $48 it comes with 10 nigiri, 2 hand rolls, and a mini kaisendon. The price is a huge steal for both quantity and quality. I was fuller than I expected at the end. My favorite was the tuna hand roll with radish! read more

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This spot has the best sushi boxes and they consistently hit everytime I've gotten them. The sushi is fresh and is the perfect amount of sushi in a box for a reasonable price. The favorite sashimi were the tuna, and salmon but everything in the box is soild. I've had alot of sushi and the ingredients here are top-notch. This is my go to spot and with so many options in NY, this spot is exceptional, so check it out! read more

Sendo - Sushi box - Sushi Bars Near Me - Manhattan, New York

Sendo has one of the best quality sushi I've had in New York so far. The service was fantastic. Inside, it's quiet and very intimate, only about 10 bar seats available with the sushi chef right in front of you hand rolling your pieces. No reservations so plan to wait a bit. They're a bit hard to find - second story from a small walkway up. read more

Sendo - Inside - Sushi Bars Near Me - Manhattan, New York

I ordered the takeout omakase from Sendo, and it's a really solid option if you're craving omakase but didn't manage to snag a reservation. Everything was fresh, nicely prepared, and packed well for takeout. The sushi was pretty good overall, though nothing particularly memorable or standout, which is why it lands at four stars for me. Still, for the convenience and quality you get without sitting in the restaurant, it's a great backup plan (or even a main plan) when the omakase craving hits. read more

Sendo - Sushi Bars Near Me - Manhattan, New York

I have eaten at sendo twice, once for lunch and once for dinner. It's located up a narrow staircase next to a pizza shop, only marked by its door. They are a walk in only restaurant which worked out great for me both times as a party of one as I was sat within 15 minutes. Each time I've ordered kaisendon sets and the quality was incredible with each visit. Sendo isn't some over the top place that is going to do crazy toppings, it's just consistently great fish for a fantastic price. I feel so lucky each time I get a seat here! read more

Sendo - King Salmon Nigiri and a Toro gunkan - Sushi Bars Near Me - Manhattan, New York

I got takeout- the box is really nice and presentation is strong. The sushi is fresh. I got the Akita set and you get to pick the 2 types of rolls - I enjoyed the salmon avocado rolls and not so much the hamachi yellowtail. I also got the toro roll... it was okay. I think the salmon avocado roll was the winner. Total was about $61. The entrance is really hard to find....I spent like 20min trying to find it. It's pretty small inside as well - intimate. read more

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Sendo is one of those rare gems that proves simplicity done right is unbeatable. No frills, no pretense -- just incredibly fresh fish, perfectly seasoned rice, and an atmosphere that feels calm and genuine. You can tell the chefs take pride in every detail. The atmosphere is calm and intimate, perfect for anyone who appreciates honest, high-quality sushi without the flash. read more

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Couldn't get any seating, but did the takeout method! We ordered for pick up around 3pm, which said would be ready at 8:10 but it was ready at 8:30. Aside from timing, the fish was great! Cute packaging and everything tasted so good and so fresh. Will definitely come again. read more

We arrived early so we could be seated right when they opened. I'm not sure if it's because it was really cold, or a weekday, but the restaurant was not busy until a bit later. They don't take reservations, and don't have a lot of seats so you might have to wait depending on what time you arrive. The service was very friendly and attentive while we were there, but this is definitely a fast casual omakase spot, so don't expect to stay for long. The seats are close together and the space is cramped, and restaurant was cold on the day we were there. The pieces are simple and the quality is good. The Hokkaido set, 10 nigiri, 2 handrolls, 1 mini kaisen don, is a good portion and reasonably priced. Overall a consistently good fast affordable omakase spot. read more

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Wait time was about an hour on a Saturday evening. The restaurant is located on the second floor and is very small. The menu is reasonably priced, with a fresh selection of sushi. The ginger was also delicious. Service was friendly. The only negative was that I found the rice to be very mushy. read more

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This is the Nagoya set from Sendo: 16 pieces of "day's freshest" nigiri for $51 (came to $81 with delivery + tip+ ponzu). Quality-wise, it was good -- not great. Do I need 3 pieces of unagi? Two pieces of ikura? Three salmon? These are things I can get cheaper at plenty of neighborhood spots. The trout and scallops were the standouts, while the toro was questionable at best. And the pieces overall? Pretty small. The ponzu though -- that was fire. End of the day, it's solid sushi, but nothing memorable. Too many repeats, no real showstopper. Not in the same league as Noz, 35 West, or even Gu. Best thing here might honestly be the packaging. For more breakdowns, check The Raw Report on Tik Tok read more

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Food: Wow, I am floored. $33+ for an omakase meal? Sign me up. Not only is it exceptionally affordable, but it is easily some of the best sushi I've had, period. I got the Hokkaido omakase set for $48, which includes 10 pieces of nigiri, 2 hand rolls, and a kaisendon. The endo style sushi was simple yet sublime. Delicate yet flavorful. I genuinely felt like I went into a food high with each bite. I have easily had lesser sushi that is way less affordable. Each fish so soft, so fresh, so tasty. I am definitely coming back, in fact, I might make this place at least a monthly affair. Just go and try it yourself. Service: Loved socializing and vibing with the sushi chef. A critical and under appreciated skill as an omakase chef is the social aspect, and Iko was great to talk to and hold a conversation. It almost tasted better knowing it was coming from such a hard working, dedicated guy. Also the price is the best you can get!. Ambiance: It is not easy to find! Between an abandoned For Lease space and a slice shop, the only indication that you're about to have amazing sushi is the small black sign beckoning you with curiosity and intrigue. With only a handful of bar top seats, low mood lighting, and wood accents it feels intimate and cozy yet elegant and sleek. Pound for pound, the best sushi you can get around!! read more

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Hidden gem omakase - iykyk type of place given the entrance is so hard to find lol. I was luckily able to walk in on a weekday for 2 people! Each bite was excellent and at an relatively affordable price point read more

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I was honestly so disappointed in my experience here taste wise. I was in the city visiting and had been looking forward to Sendo for months after hearing great things. My plan was to get the take out box as it had maki rolls, but they don't do take out for lunch so as soon as we landed, we headed over to dine in. We had an hour wait so we decided to go to a nearby handroll place to kill time (which had great handrolls). We were seated after arriving once we got the text prompt. The place is cute, intimate, and small. We chose the middle tier omakase (I forgot what it was called) and it started off with a white fish handroll. after trying the handrolls down the street, this one was underwhelming to say the least. Couldn't really taste the fish, but could feel like mushy texture. What we heavily tasted was the seasoned rice. It was very vinegary and sweet and it overpowered the fish. It also left your mouth dry. Then the series of dishes rolled in, two pieces at a time. I don't know if they were having an off day, but the fish that we COULD taste over the flavor of the rice did not taste fresh... this was my first time having a toro handroll and I was sorely disappointed. My husband and I almost didn't want to finish our last course but couldn't just leave it there. At first I thought it was because maybe our palate isn't up for omakase, but we do eat our fair share of high quality sushi and raw fish, so we're not novices. We went to a different omakase place the next day and that experience solidified that we weren't crazy and our meal at Sendo actually did NOT taste fresh because we got almost all the same pieces of fish and it tasted like it was supposed to. I'm hoping they just had an off day. read more

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Walked in on a Friday around 5 and was seated immediately. It's on the second floor with a tiny sign so it's easy to miss. We ordered their Hokkaido set and also added on an extra hand roll thinking we wouldn't be full, but boy were we wrong. The space inside only fits about 12 seats at the bar so there isn't a lot of space to wait. They also only seat once all members of your party have arrived. The Hokkaido set came with 10 nigiri, 2 hand rolls, and a mini kaisendon. We started with a salmon hand roll followed by our 10 nigiri pieces (Ocean trout, Salmon, Sea bream, Fluke, Hamachi, King salmon, Hokkaido scallop,Alaskan king crab w/ shisho, Chutoro, Botan ebi) and a Toro w picked raddish hand roll. Their fish was of good quality and definitely delicious and matched their price point. This is a great place to go for an affordable "omakase" experience without breaking the bank! Get there early aka when they open so you don't have to wait! Check out my foodsta @chiuventure for a closer look and more details of my dining experience here as well as other establishments in NYC and around the world! read more

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walked in for 1 during weekday lunch, waited about 10 minutes. great rice texture, punchy seasoning, strong wasabi, crisp nori, nigiri doesn't fall apart when handled. started off strong but as the omakase progressed i became less impressed by the fish selection, granted i got the kyoto (smallest) set. in particular, king salmon tasted lightly smoked which i wasn't expecting, mackerel was slightly fishy. overall impressive for the price, meal took about 40 mins leaving me ample time to walk to my matinee show. restaurant seats about 8. read more

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This is a true hidden gem. The sign is super small and it's up a flight of stairs on the second floor. My husband and I came in for lunch on a Monday. They don't take reservations and there are only 8 seats, so we had to wait about 45 min but we passed the time in Nordstrom Rack across the street. It was worth the wait. Every piece was delicious. We originally ordered the Tokyo set but decided to upgrade to Hokkaido set after tasting the first couple pieces of nigiri. The fish literally melts in your mouth. We split a sake and I also ordered a soba tea. Also so good! The soba tea was perfect to warm me up in this cold weather. Highly recommend stopping in if you have the time. read more

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small spot (8 counter seats), so get there before opening or expect to put your name down and wait. overall it's good for the price, 10 nigiri, 1 temaki, 1 small bowl, a la carte/additions available. quality is what you expect at this price, fish imperfections are covered up by sauce, balance for each bite isn't dialed in. but a nice lunch regardless read more

I took my family there for a Omakase dinner since it was their first time trying Omakase and they were visiting the city. I wanted it to be budget friendly. $47 (10 nigiri, 2 hand rolls, 1 kaisendon). It was very no-frills, simple Omakase dining. The ingredients were fresh, but because we were a larger party (6 people) and there was limited space at the counter, the sushi chef was rushing to prepare each piece and didn't spend much time explaining what we were eating. We felt rushed, and because each piece was no frills, a lot of it tasted the same. I've definitely gone to other Omakase places in the same price range that offered more garnish and seasoning. read more

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Yum! This sushi spot is hidden, up a flight of stairs with no clear markings on the door. The service is smooth and well-oiled. You definitely can go for a quick lunch break. The omakase itself was a great deal and delicious! read more

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Sendo is an absolute hidden gem! We loved the authenticity, it felt like we were in Japan. Quaintly located on the second floor, you have to know about it to be there, you feel special and wanted. The staff and sushi chef are extremely friendly and meticulous in their craft. The fish was excellent! And the crazy part is the value, the cheapest and best omakase in the city. Our favorite were the yellowtail belly and toro hand roll. read more

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A dear friend sent me a gift card for Sendo post partum, and unfortunately it took me almost 7 months to redeem it. Wish I went earlier, because the value and quality was great for the price! The location is slightly hidden near ktown on the 2nd floor. It's a super small counter, but I ordered pick up a few days before. They have a different to go menu with nigiri and rolls. I got the 3 roll set and the nigiri set to share with my husband - we were both impressed with the value! Hope to come get a seat at the counter sans baby one day read more

I came here for my birthday and it did not disappoint. I was worried there would be a wait but when I went there at 5pm on a weekday when it opened, there was none. However, if you come at 5:30pm or later, there will be a wait. They only take walk-ins. My friend and I both got the Tokyo set but the Hokkaido set seemed more popular probably because it included uni. However, I'm not a big eater so the Tokyo set (9 nigiri, 2 handrolls, 1 kaisendon) was the ideal amount of food for me. My favorite pieces were the toro, sea bream, and the Hokkaido scallop. The fish was good quality and you get a good amount of food. The staff were friendly but the place does get packed. The space is very small so definitely recommend coming here early if you don't want to wait. I would definitely come back! read more

Sendo - toro - Sushi Bars Near Me - Manhattan, New York

Everything was really fresh! The sencha green tea was also really good. The chef explained every course and was friendly! The waiters were nice as well. They were really selling the third tiered option lol which only comes with one extra piece, tbh not worth it in my opinion. It also is first come first serve, we had to wait like 40 min on a Saturday afternoon for two people. read more

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A rare find for good sushi at a great price! Dropped in on a rainy summer evening, and did not regret it. Left feeling full and satisfied, without breaking the bank. Agree with others that the door is difficult to find. The signage is super small, so be on the look out for the innocuous black door. Also, the seats fill super quickly, so it's chance as to whether you'll be lucky enough to grab a spot! read more

I came here for my birthday and had such a wonderful experience. The space is intimate and elegant, with a reasonable wait time. The omakase was incredibly fresh and surprisingly affordable, and the service both warm and efficient. This is definitely a spot I'll keep coming back to. read more

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The door to the restaurant can be tricky to find. It's next to the pizza shop on 6th Ave even though Google maps make it look like it's on 31st. The entrance goes up a flight of stairs into an intimate and cozy bar seating. The wait can be very long here because they only have 12 seats, so my suggestion is to come 20 minutes before opening. We arrived at 4:45pm on a Friday and barely made the cut for the first seating. They offer three tiers of omakase and we opted for Hokkaido Set ($48), which includes 10 nigiri, 2 handrolls, and a small kaisendon. The type of fish offered at the different tiers will vary, so they do highly recommend the Hokkaido set that includes fatty tuna, sweet shrimp, etc. The nigiris came out in pairs, which made the experience quicker but also great when I'm hungry. It's all placed on a banana leaf too, which was a vibe. All the fish was fresh and perfectly flavored; they didn't even offer additional soy sauce or wasabi for you, but you don't even need it. Sendo is a great spot when you want an affordable and delicious omakase. Make sure you come early to avoid that wait though. Hopefully they can get a reservation system in place, but I'd imagine it'd be hard to grab. read more

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Sendo is a sushi joint that offers omakase dine in or takeout at an affordable price. It's located upstairs on the NE corner of 6th and 31st. Kinda reminded me of a speakeasy. The door to the stairs is to the left of the pizza joint, and the only "Sendo" signage is in small print on the intercom. I ordered ahead of time online for takeout, and my order said it would be ready in 25 minutes. After 25 minutes, I arrived and I still had to wait about 10 minutes for my order to be ready. My Akita Set came with 8 nigiri and 2 rolls and for takeout I was quite impressed with the presentation. I ordered Miso Salmon Avocado Roll and Unagi Eel Avocado Roll. The sushi was fresh and sushi rice had great consistency. Though I wished they provided fresh wasabi. Other than that, Sendo is a good option for omakase! read more

Sendo - Sushi Bars Near Me - Manhattan, New York

At first, it was hard to find the way to this hidden gem. It was tucked next to a pizza place, and you have to walk up some stairs, and it is a small door on the 2nd floor. I got seated pretty quickly since I got there at 5 pm, right when it opened. It is an intimate experience as I was seated at the bar facing the sushi chefs, making each piece was a grace and perfection. I got the omakase, and it was only $55. The best pieces were the tuna and salmon. They both melted in my mouth, with the flavors treating my tongue with care. Omakases usually go for a more expensive price, so you have to go here to make the most out of your buck. read more

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