- mehikari: the fish was coated with panko, lightly fried; tasted so delicate and fresh even with the coating - gohan: this was a crazy appetizer that came in a stack of caviar, uni, and toro; they didn't overdo it knowing how the trio can be decadent; it was a harmony of butteriness, richness, and sweetness; not to mention the rice was so chewy too - madai: i like the slightly snappy chew - chu toro: fatty tuna is always good; melted in my mouth - ora king salmon: not your typical salmon because the slice they gave was a chunky boi; the knife work was bootiful; it melted in my mouth too - o toro: another fatty tuna that melted even more; they added salt which was astonishing; ive never had nigiris where they put a pinch of salt and this is my first time trying and i have to say it was so necessary; it accentuated the fatty flavor even more - uni: CRAZY burst of bright and juicy flavors that melted in my mouth ; it felt like the marine life was partying in my mouth - gindara: this was such a good closer; it had more of a earthy and musky flavor with a generous amount of truffle on top; this also melted in my mouth; the truffle was not stanky at all because they used high quality truffle not just some random blended truffle matter with drops of truffle oil rating: 5/5 - the whole dining experience was basically a melt in your mouth indulgence and luxury - i liked it the moment i walked in because it was so peaceful, demure, and elegant; not pretentious - the waitress was genuine and nice! Very attentive; she immediately offered to sit me down and hang my coat - the music was light and soft while the ambiance was elegant and comfortable - this place is so legit because they don't do anything fancy to the pieces; no flowers no torches because those are all just for the shows ; every piece was fat and simple yet so luxurious and perfect; from the sauce, to the wasabi and rice, the ratios were spot on; not too much not too little - bonus points to the ginger which was sliced so delicately and thinly IG: @nom.noms.only read more

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Incredible and high end experience and food. To start, they announce you when you walk in. It's a very nicely designed restaurant with top notch finishes and heated toilets. The service was attentive and orderly. The whiskey options were endless and interesting. The fish was the freshest and tastiest cuts I've ever had. I think this has ruined all other sushi for me. The textures were incredible. I don't think I've ever had salmon melt in that way before. Wow. My only issues is that the plate I was given was a little dirty and they wouldn't clean it off for some reason. read more

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Went to Shota Omakase for my birthday and it didn't disappoint! So impressed! The fish tasted amazing , and it def feels like it is all, or nearly all, imported from Japan (as it was mentioned by the chef). I give props to my husband for finding this place and researching chef Cheng Lin before coming, because his technique is impeccable and personality just made my birthday that much more special. From the first dish to the last one, you can tell you are in the hands of someone who's an expert at what he does. We got 17 different dishes including sashimi, sushi, and hand rolls, I cannot recall all the types of fish but there was tuna, toro and lots of uni included (you get an option to opt for additional uni at some point for more $$). The rice consistency and flavor was out of this world. You also get to choose a pairing w/wine for an additional $160 p/p. Throughout the night, chef Cheng Ling was kind, present, and friendly. I def enjoyed asking questions and chatting with him during the experience. I love how intimate the setting felt, vibes were immaculate! I cannot commend the servers enough! They are so on point at all times. There was a couple next to us almost ruined the night, I hope they read this and never go out to eat again!!! husband and wife got so drunk they started to argue and blabbed nonsense for everyone to hear. At some point he got up to the bathroom, came back and said LETS GO I'M FULL! and they proceeded to ask for dessert to go!!!??? YES, DESSERT TO GO at an Omakase Michelin rated place! Aside from this small issue that had nothing to do with the restaurant, my experience was amazing overall!!! Five stars and compliments to the chef and staff! read more

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This was priced too high for what it was. Relatively beginner Sake pairing that also had some service hiccups in it, and the dinner service itself was just okay. Nothing stood out as memorable and it had all of the standard offerings that you'd expect from an omakase. Glad I tried it, but I'm going to put it in the past. read more

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Booked 7 seats at the bar for a team omakase. Fresh ingredients, nice variety of dishes, and felt like it was just enough food. The chefs were lovely and I appreciated how they shared information about the ingredients and dishes served. read more

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Amazing Valentine's Day dinner here! Service was exceptional, team moved quickly without ever feeling rushed. Food was absolutely delicious, really like the variety. read more

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Shota is one of, if not the best omakase in Brooklyn and would be my first choice for a special omakase there. It's set in an elegant but minimalist dining area with two chef's counters offering two different dining experiences - "Gentei Omakse" at $255, 19 courses, served by master chef Cheng Lin and "Shota omakase" at $195, 18 courses, served by their other skilled chefs. Chef Cheng was so charismatic and the staff were very welcoming in curating the meal for a special experience for the diners. They have an extensive drink menu and mixed drink pairing with various wine and sake options. I went with the pairing and thought they featured delicious sakes that paired well and elevated each course and they offered nice pours. For the omakase we started off with a few appetizers - barracuda, sweet fish, beltfish, scallop and inochi no ichi rice - all delicious, light courses but wetted the appetite. For the main courses, there was usual omakase findings and some rarer courses - highlights were shark skin flounder from Hokkaido, tiger prawn beautifully arranged as well, Otoro, black throat seaperch, and sablefish. The rice was well seasoned and wasabi as a good balance between intense taste and cleansing the palate but not overly powerful. There was also a number of uni add ons ranging in rarity. We ended with delicious tamago and Japanese crown melon - I'm always a fan of these traditional omakase courses. The overall experience and food makes shota omakase a top choice for special experiences and, in my opinion, reasonably priced for the courses, quality of ingredients, and experience especially compared to other high end omakase around NYC! read more

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After my first two experiences at Shota I was eager to return and my update is not much of an update as the quality, attention to detail, and experience remained exceptional. My fiancé reserved a tasting with more courses than we'd done before and everything was delicious. I always enjoy watching Chef plate and while the nigiri is why I wanted to return, the otsumami portion of the night included some of my favorites. I always appreciate the opportunity to try new, seasonal dishes and this time was no different. It's hard for me to imagine finding an experience in NY that I like more than Shota. read more

Shota Omakase - Hotaru Ika / Firefly Squid - Sushi Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

World class omakase experience. Top tier in terms of cuisine and hospitality. I attended for the second anniversary tasting menu. One of the priciest food experiences that I've had at over $400 including tax and tip. The experience including twenty courses. I regretfully forgot the take home menu sheet at the restaurant, so I'm not going to go through each course. Overall, there was an incredible attention detail and the origin of each item. Lots of incredibly rich and fatty cuts. Pure oceany and briney flavors coming through where intended. Texture of nearly every bite was perfect. As mentioned earlier, service was top tier. Absolutely deserving of the Michelin recognition. The attention to detail was at the point where they recentered my glass in the middle of the coaster for me. My absolute favorite restroom in the world. I would pay a significant fee just to use the restroom here! Atmosphere is sleek and minimalist. read more

Shota omakase was unbelievable. The food was so good and the hospitality was incredible. They even gave a napkin that stated the day and everybody was so welcoming! It was a true fine dining omakase! They also had things that I've never tried before including the melon that's very rare and the different fishes that was in season. We also tried different Uni and they had different kinds to choose from . This place truly blew me away and I can't wait to come back and show other others. read more

Shota Omakase - Uni - Sushi Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Amazing omakase and the experience blew my mind. What makes Shota so unique was the service, unique cuts of fish, and preparation. Me and my partner did the Gentei omakase, 19 course for $255 with the main chef Cheng Lin. We wanted to try fish specially curated by the owner! This experience was nothing like other omakase (in a good way!) First, we had unique offerings that are not normally in other places. Have you ever had blood clam or filefish? I haven't even heard of that before coming here! Fish was fresh and versatile! Also, the RICE was unlike other. Sushi chefs know that rice preparation is just as, if not more, important than the fish itself. The rice offered had a texture and flavor that was not too strong in vinegar but was subtle. I wanted more but I could only wish haha. Second, service was spectacular and attentive. I ordered a lychee cocktail and the server noticed I really liked the lychees on top so she gave me extra lychee pieces, even after I said she didn't have to. The chef himself was a bit quiet but still made conversation with the customers. He fed everyone a sushi piece from his hand. I understand many are not a fan of this but I did not mind. He also alternated the order to ensure not one person got their piece last all the time. He also ensured everyone got a top notch piece. If there was a piece that seemed unsatisfactory, he would discard it. The little details about this place makes it all better. Well deserving of a Michelin star. I would love to go back read more

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I went here yesterday with my friend. We were seated to a full counter at 6pm. The service was super nice from taking my coat off of me and hanging it, to guiding me to my seat and immediately pouring me water and it continued throughout my meal. A+ for very attentive service. The sushi chef was super nice and explained how the meal will work, had us try their sushi rice before the nigiri portion started and really took his time to make each piece and we didn't feel rushed at all. All the courses were fresh and the fish quality was very good. All the pieces also were cut to healthy nice slices. I just felt like there was something missing on almost every piece to really bring in the flavor profile maybe it was even a pinch of salt, I couldn't put my finger on it. Everything was enjoyable though . Sake here was decent but definitely priced on the steep side. They were generous to allow you to try the sake before committing to it. Best bite of the night was the mini chirashi with otoro, uni and caviar. Thanks for having us. read more

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Great traditional omakase located in Williamsburg! 18 course omakase for $195 (pre tax and tip). There are about 24 bar seats in the restaurant with 3 chefs but will advise making a reservation in advance! This is one of the better omakase I had in 2024. All the fishes were fresh and the chef was generous with the serving. There were only 2 pieces that I did not quite enjoy but everything else was delicious. I do think a few pieces can use less sauce. I didn't do the sake pairing but did order two of their cocktails and they were great (lychee and margarita). My friends and I had a great time chatting with the chef who came from California while enjoying our meal. read more

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One of the better omakases we have tried and certainly one of the most inexpensive ($190 each). Menu was deep and many. See attached. Two seatings per night. 24 diners served by 3 chefs. Our chef Hiro was quite the character. One couple split the sake pairing; other the wine/sake pairing at $135 each. Nice selections but a bit light on the pours. A memorable night. Damages with tip for 4 was $1450. RECOMMENDED!! read more

Shota Omakase - Sushi Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

The emperor has no clothes. I've never left a restaurant feeling so violated for what I was charged. Michelin must have been desperate to give a Brooklyn sushi spot a star; completely undeserved. This place is a pretentious joke. No better than above-average sushi repackaged as high-end omakasi. Dinner for two with a few extra drinks was $2200.00!!! The pace of the meal is hobbled by the glacially slow start. My friend and I arrived on time for 8:30 reservation, but not a morsel was placed in front of us until after 9 o'clock when the whole sushi bar was seated. Unquestionably, an absurdly high amount for the quantity and quality of the food. Avoid at all cost. This place is a fucking expensive joke. read more

Updated review : This update follows my original review detailing a disappointing last-minute cancellation of a birthday dinner due to a system error. Following the published review, the restaurant promptly reached out with a genuine apology and offered to host us for a full, complimentary omakase experience at no charge, a true commitment to correcting their profound error. We returned last night and the experience was awesome. From the moment we were seated, the staff expressed their sincere apologies. They were attentive, hospitable, and genuinely concerned with ensuring we had an exceptional time and offered complimentary champagne, which further underscored their commitment to making amends. As for the food, the omakase was, as anticipated, magnificent. It was a traditional, flawless procession of expertly prepared sushi that confirmed the restaurant's reputation for culinary excellence. Every piece was a testament to quality ingredients and masterful technique. The mark of a premium establishment is not just avoiding mistakes, but how profoundly and genuinely they correct them. They understood the gravity of ruining a special occasion and provided recovery commensurate with the inconvenience caused. For anyone seeking an authentic, traditional omakase experience, I can now wholeheartedly recommend Shota Omakase. Their food is world-class, and their commitment to customer service--when tested--proved to be exemplary. We are so glad we were invited back. This is definitely worth a visit. Original review : My anticipated dining experience at Shota Omakase was tragically derailed before I even stepped foot in the door, and the restaurant's handling of the situation was, quite frankly, inexcusable. I secured a reservation two-three weeks in advance to celebrate a milestone--my wife's birthday. Leading up to the reservation, I received multiple confirmations from the Resy system, which should be more than enough time and security to guarantee a table. Then, just four hours before our reservation, I received a call informing me that a purported "system error" had led to an overbooking. To wait until the day of, and with mere hours to go, to notify a diner of such a fundamental error is a profound failure of operational management. This isn't a simple mistake; it's a display of a lack of respect for a customer's time and plans. While the staff member who called was apologetic and offered to rebook us the following day with complimentary drinks, this gesture felt wholly insufficient for the level of inconvenience and disappointment caused. When a booking for a special occasion is confirmed multiple times, a last-minute cancellation essentially ruins the evening. For a restaurant in this tier, the compensation offered--free drinks--is a paltry gesture. Given the gravity of the error and the special occasion, the appropriate recovery should have been to comp the cost of one person's meal upon rebooking. That would have shown genuine commitment to correcting their mistake. The issue isn't the deliciousness of the hypothetical food; the issue is that a restaurant charging a premium for an omakase experience must deliver premium service at every touchpoint, and that begins the moment a reservation is made. There is absolutely no reason why a fundamental scheduling error of this magnitude shouldn't have been caught days, if not weeks, in advance. Shota Omakase, your "system error" cost me my wife's birthday dinner. You need to do better. Until the reservation process and the customer recovery protocols are drastically improved, I cannot in good faith recommend this restaurant. read more

Shota Omakase - Sushi Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Food: 4.4/5 Service: 4.6/5 Ambiance: 4.7/5 Value: 4.4/5 18 courses $256.06 including $195 prix fixe, 20% automatic service charge ($39), and $22.06 of taxes and fees. - Amberjack - Plain salmon roe - we just ate this with a little spoon. Not in a roll, not with rice, just straight up. Too simple. A bit weird. - Skipjack with miso yuzu - Ok, but I didn't like the runniness of the sauce. - Chirashi with tuna, uni, caviar, pickles, and wasabi. Not bad. - Shitake mushroom dashi (broth/soup) not impressed. Too basic, plain. Could have done better with a chawanmushi or ankimo or something else here. - Rice (Inochi No Ichi Rice) w 7-year aged rice vinegar. Again, too simple. Not for me. My palate isn't sensitive enough to appreciate different ages of vinegar, nor the quality of the rice. "Inochi-no Ichi is 1.5 times larger than regular Koshihikari grains and has a stronger aroma, sweetness, and stickiness..."; I don't know, I couldn't really tell. I've never seen just a plain rice nigiri piece before. To quote the great Austin Danger Powers "this sort of thing ain't my bag, baby." - Japanese sea bream (madai) - Scallop (lime citrus, heavy on the wasabi) - Ocean trout (masu) It was red. Looked like salmon. - King mackerel (sawara) - Horse mackerel (aji; normally i don't like this piece, but it had a nice savory taste here) - Ebi (sweet shrimp; feels very unctuous) - Lean tuna - Medium fatty tuna; the menu they gave at the end of the meal says oh toro, but I think they substituted chu toro tonight. He definitely said medium. - Sea urchin (uni, from Hokkaido) - Black perch (Akamutsu; this was good, but not as tasty as nodoguro I've had elsewhere); the menu says Blue Fish Sea Perch, so I think this may have been a substitition as well. I heard him say black, not blue. - Black cod (sizu misu? Not sure what he said) with black truffle; the truffle flavor/aroma was strong. - Tamago - this was eh, not as rich, custard-y, or sweet as others I've had. I drank a glass of 2020/2021 Au Bon Climat chardonnay, glass, $35. Yikes. It's a pretty big space with two seating areas. One L shaped sushi counter along the side, and another one in the center. The bathroom is nice. There's free Hermes "Elixir des Merveilles," which is a women's fragrance in the gender-neutral lavatory. read more

Shota Omakase - Menu (12/19/24) - Sushi Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I ate the Valentine's Day Omakase Special. Even though this was only for Valentine's Day, the overall dinner experience is something worth sharing for future Valentine's Day plans or special occasions with a partner who loves or wants to try omakase. This was a 21 course omakase (sadly Yelp has a 10 image limit) that ranged in a variety of fish paired with various sauce and aged vinegar as well as high quality rice. Wasabi root that is grated in front of you to make fresh wasabi. And using a special kind of wood burnt that cooked one fish dish and one wagyu dish. *If you do not want wasabi or have any food allergies, let them know immediately before the omakase starts* The servers were attentive when it came to keeping the counter clean because even the tiniest drop of sauce was immediately wiped off. And kept the drinks flowing for everybody drinking champagne, sparkling sake, etc. As well as recommending drink pairings for specific dish or dishes. Everybody at this Valentine's Day Omakase Special had a great time filled with laughter, conversation, cheers, and amazing dishes. The chefs and servers were patient with those who wanted to take pictures. And they encouraged us to converse with them while each dish was being prepped and served. I shared in a good laughter with one of the chef that night. Highly recommend coming to Brooklyn to experience this omakase. And do enjoy every bite because there were some dishes that I didn't want to end but was worth it!!! read more

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TLDR: great quality sushi, nice ambiance, excellent friendly service but quite expensive and may only be worth it for a special occasion. SETTING: I was influenced via many food instagrams to check out Shota and made a res on a Tuesday night at 8:30pm for dinner for my partner's birthday. The restaurant is nice and spacious, countertop seating only but not packed like sardines like other omakase spots. Every seat was taken and there were about 10 or so along a very long and wide sushi counter. FOOD: we started with a big bowl of Ikura which no one can complain about and some other small appetizers including a truffle topped salmon. All of these were delicious. Then the sushi show began- unlike other omakase places, they hand you the sushi to eat immediately as the rice is the perfect temperature and freshly made. I wasn't able to get pictures but each piece was delicious and fresh. SERVICE: the service here was very friendly and attentive. The sushi chef was knowledgeable about the sushi and was fun to chat with. VERDICT: The sushi was good and the experience was nice but I do think people might want to reserve this for a special occasion. I've walked out of other omakase spots just as satisfied with the quality of food and experience but for way less $$. read more

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Absolutely recommend. We have been to Omakase experiences all throughout the world. This was top notch from start to finish. From the zen ambiance, to the exceptional service, to the exquisite cuisine. Highly highly recommend. read more

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Food - 5/5 I was most impressed with the first few dishes (otsumami) the salmon with the happy face was so cute, thanks Anthony! I also had an extra piece with caviar for our anniversary, that was nice. Service - I came on my anniversary and the service was top notch. I got to put down my jacket before getting seated. I also talked to the chef about how the fish were sourced and all. Ambiance - love the lights, place was not loud, bathroom was very clean and had the Bleu de Chanel for anyone who needed it :)) it's a intimate space with not a lot of seatings. Overall, I recommend this place to anyone looking to go! read more

Pretty great from start to finish. The uni and toro were sublime. The best dish was the chirashi bowl without a doubt. read more

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The food, chef, and service are impeccable. The drink menu is the most expensive I've ever seen in my life, cheapest glass of sake is $45. Sparkling water $12. The rice , the vinegar... every ingredient has a wonderful origin story from the chef. Can't believe we got to try musk melon- wow! Uni , winter yellowtail, the akami were particularly amazing. read more

for $195 per person with an automatic 22% service charge (meaning in total $250 pp), you can definitely go somewhere else more impressive. the food wasn't bad.. some pieces were really good like the flounder, sablefish handroll with truffle paste and caviar and kinki fish. however, the majority of the courses were just okay and tasted normal. not amazing or great. the service was weird, especially for a michelin star. our chef kept speaking only chinese to the patrons next to us, even though I was chinese myself but he only spoke english to me. he also kept offering the patrons next to us free food like an extra slice of japanese melon and extra sake puddings, but offered nothing extra to my boyfriend and i even though it was also my boyfriends birthday. having gone to over 20 michelin restaurants in nyc, ive never experienced such blatant favoritism of customers. it just felt unprofessional. it also felt bad given we are paying a 22% automatic service charge. the chef also asked us multiple times if we wanted to take pictures of the food, which doesn't feel classy. i don't need to take pictures of every item for instagram. the waiters service was good though. the interior was also not that impressive. the lighting and black matte design choices look cheap. i could recommend a bunch of other places that are much better food wise, interior wise, and service wise. for example, although it is kaiseki focused, i went to tsubame for my birthday and it was much better, (although a bit higher priced at 225 pp). the experience was far better service wise, food wise and interior wise. overall, i left feeling disappointed. read more

Shota Omakase - Sushi Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Shota Omakase was an absolute joy to stop by and another worthy omakase competitor. Finding Shota isn't too hard with a clear sign in front. Coming in, they have a nice coat check area and a nice wooden panel of doors to lead you into the dining area. We were greeted with complimentary sake starter glasses and seated in front of Chef Lin. Loved the huge table surrounding the sushi chefs and the elegant black setting around us and the wooden table in front. Service was always super attentive and prompt whether it was getting clean napkins or getting extra drinks. And the price to me was solid - just $175 per person with add-ons for extra items. The omakase experience itself was elegant and delicious all-around. The starter dishes were a wonderful mixture of sauces and sashimi along with a porridge. Just super lovely flavors here with gorgeous presentation. What I loved here was the plates / dishes themselves. They are super gorgeous and always was a big wow factor. Chef Lin then presented us with the sushi we were going to eat for the rest of the courses and again just showing the power of the presentation of the dishes whether it was showing the way he seared the sushi to the texture of the rice. He also always advised us to eat the sushi quickly for the best flavor. And he was always super kind to allow us to take pics. I forget the exact names of all the dishes but a few standouts included the ikura to the uni to the fatty tuna. There was extra uni to order as an add-on that one of our party members went ahead and ordered which ended up being super delicious. I also ended up getting two extra drinks - a nice chilled sake and a lager. Loved the experience all-around! Thank you to the staff and Chef Cheng Lin for the omakase - really one of the more memorable ones I've had this year and of excellent quality! read more

Food very good and service even better with omakase priced at 190. This is well below most high end places and would represent value except: cheapest glass of sake is 45 dollars and least costly bottle is 280. Bottled water 12 dollars ( ordered one, charged for 2). Surcharge for an additional piece of Hokkaido uni was 50 USD. I can recommend Shota overall but be wary of your fluid intake and avoid the extras. The 190 entry price is something of a loss leader unless you're careful. read more

Quiet, intimate space for group omakase. The fish was fresh, the rice was amazing. In all honesty, I have had omakase experiences better suited to my preferred style of dining (I prefer thinly cut fish and no group omakase so I can take my time eating each course), but I must say the staff is absolutely phenomenal. I went with a friend who sometimes has seizures and passes out unprompted which nearly happened tonight. The staff noticed something was wrong and discreetly ensured that my friend was well cared for until the episode passed. While the fish was tasty, I'd specifically come back just for the staff here at Shota, 10/10. Thank you guys for taking great care of my friend read more

Shota was a great experience. It brought me back to when I visited Japan last August. The seafood was so fresh and delicious. Loved the interaction with the chef. He was so nice and sociable. Service was top notch. Great vibe for a special occasion or if you are a sushi lover like me perfect for an authentic Japanese experience. The next morning I was drooling thinking about the meal we had. The ingredients, aroma and the texture of the food was unmatched. We also order a bottle of sake that was light and crisp. Perfect pairing for all the courses. We look forward to returning soon!!! It's pricey but hey, you get what you pay for. Worth it! read more

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The owner was inspired by the Japanese manga Shota no Sushi to become a sushi chef and that is why the restaurant is also called Shota Omakase. Once entering the restaurant the waiter greets you with a welcome drink and the chefs are already preparing the various dishes for the night. I loved all the appetizers and was definitely able to tell the amount of effort it takes to age the fish and prepare them. Each dish was made with high quality ingredients imported from not only Japan but other countries like Australia. Chef Nikki was extremely nice and was knowledgeable - she previously worked at Masa and lived in Japan for several years. The service was great as they made sure my glass was always full. I must say that it is on the pricer side but you are getting 18 courses. If you are expecting a more traditional Japanese sushi experience where it is more quiet this is not the place. The music is a bit loud and the chefs love to converse and will drink sake with you. read more

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The chef here is so talented. I followed him here from Ito and he never disappoints. Each piece of fish is of the utmost quality and literally melts in your mouth. I'm salivating just thinking of the experience I had. The ambience is cozy and laid back, not one of those places where you feel awkward if you have to sneeze. Bathroom is super chic with Chanel perfume offered if you need a quick spritz. Service was top notch and everyone was so attentive. My glass was never empty. All the staff here are so friendly and make you feel truly welcome. Run to this place! You will not be disappointed! Will definitely come back soon. read more

Shota Omakase - This hand roll was seriously one of the best I've ever tasted. - Sushi Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

We came here to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary. We brought our kids and this was their first omakase experience. First, service was beyond outstanding, every detail was attended to, from hanging our purses to wiping down every little "spot" on our table. Food was excellent, I enjoyed all 19 courses (although the dessert was a bit disappointing) Presentation was also excellent. The one thing I do have to point out is that there wasn't much thought involved to make our celebration special. The fact that it was asked if we were celebrating a special event, I expected a little more effort, not just a verbal "happy anniversary" read more

Chef, please stop feeding patrons from your hand and place the pieces on the dish provided. If the chef made this one simple tweak, it would have been a 5 star experience! I loved every piece but agree with other reviews that eating out of the chef's hand was bird-like, uncomfortable and made the sushi unnecessary warm. I was the only patron and had a 5pm reservation but loved the set up, staff and music. I probably won't go again because of the hand issue and the pervasiveness of omakase all over NYC! read more

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I had never been to omakase so was not sure that to expect. I was blown away by the food. Everything had amazing flavor and just melts in your mouth. I only took photos of the first part because the rest was just immediately eaten. The service was amazing and personable. I would definitely recommend for special occasions! read more

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Was suppose to hv dinner here tmr but bc of the torrential rain they were extremely accommodating about rescheduling. I'm super disappointed that we won't be going for omakase tmr night but even more super excited now for our rescheduled date night at Shota. Will update on food and etc when I finally get to go. read more

This gem is about to be brooklyn's best sushi spot. They recently just opened but the experience felt like a well oiled machine, seamless and delightful. The ambience is sleek and elevated with beautiful attention to detail. Chef Cheng serves an 18 course omakase journey filled with indulgent and fresh flavors. The ingredients really stood out as the star of the show. you can taste the difference in their carefully sourced rice and fish. The fish we tried were flown in from Toyosu fish market in Japan. I think their rice and uni was also sourced from Japan. The ingredients were just so fresh and we enjoyed getting to watch the chef prepare fresh wasabi and ginger right before us. i even got a chance to torch my own wagyu! We ended our meal with wagyu and toro, my favorite. All in all, such an incredible experience. The staff was lovely, vibrant and so fun. Will be back soon! read more

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Best omakase I've been to in the last year. Well deserving of their Michelin star. Incredibly fresh fish, phenomenal rice and sake to match. And shoutout to Chen who was the most gracious host and took his sweet time explaining every piece and then some. Will 100% be back. read more

Great service! The quality of the fish was spot on. The team at Shota is wonderful. Great selection of sake. Definitely will be back for another wonderful experience! Great ambiance! read more

I haven't had good omakase in a while and Shota hits the spot. The setting was clean, modern, and spacious. I instantly felt welcomed and not overwhelmed. The staff was friendly and attentive, the chef's was knowledgeable and I instantly knew I was in good hands. Each piece was amazing.. I still can't forget their uni's. It was just mouth watering and to live for. I will definitely come back! read more

I would like to give five stars for quality of food, service, and ambiance :) Highly recommend for those who want to enjoy 18 course omakase for reasonable price ! (compared to other expensive ones in nyc) read more

Their materials are always fresh and their staff is extremely nice and always welcoming. The place is also amazing, ambiance is very simple and sleek read more