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Sushi By M

4.5 (1.2k reviews)
Ultra High-EndSushi Bars
Closed 1:00 pm - 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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Jason W.

I'm starting to get a little bit of whiplash from all of the sub-$100 omakase spots that have popped up in NYC now. Perhaps we're a bit spoiled, but I thought Sushi by M was just OK. First, service was quick and efficient, though I wouldn't say especially attentive. It's an absolutely PARTY in here on the weekends, with loud music and birthdays going on. It's definitely a fun dinner, but I wouldn't come here if you're looking for something more personal or quiet. The food was solid, but I don't think it really stands out from the other omakase places that have popped up. The nigiri was tasty and the fish was fresh. Solid spot if you're craving for some decent sushi.

Amber C.

When sitting in a sushi omakase, always do bar and never a table. Mistake making a table seating because bar you get to watch first hand and second, the nigiri is at its utmost state because when it's pre-prepared, the components become soggy. That being said, the fish quality here was not that great. It was very aesthetic and the combinations were unique, but some pieces overshadowed the combination due to how fishy it was. The toro and oysters tasted a bit fishy. Rice was okay. There are better spots in Manhattan.

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Patrick Z.

Y'all I don't even know where to begin, I probably, no, I DEFINITELY had one of the best dining experiences of my life here at Sushi by M. I truly had some of the most fun ever alongside some absolutely incredible sushi all while celebrating Alexa's birthday!!! WOW I will never be able to recommend this place enough. So I did the 18 course option and if I talk about every single piece, which I easily could, this review would span the length of a new york times best selling novel. Let me tell you about my favorites. My absolute favorite, thankfully saved for last, was the BBQ Eel Avocado. WOW. WOW. WOW. The flavors were taking my tongue through uncharted territory that was one of the best things Ive ever put inside of my mouth I'm actually falling into a depression that I can't permanently have that taste in my mouth. Second favorite has to be the Madai (Red Snapper) which was equally smooth and sharp. It allowed me to roll my eyes back in bliss while packing a punch. Unbelievable. The King Salmon had me in disbelief that salmon could taste this way. So unique. And my last fav was the Albacore Tuna which was just a classic prepared to perfection with an amazing crunch to it that sealed the deal. All of this incredible food matched with the most fun hospitality I could ever experience. All the sushi chefs were here to have a GOOD TIME!!! Taking shots of Japanese Whiskey with us in between each dish, singing their hearts out with us in Karaoke, and celebrating one incredible night. Sushi by M is THE PLACE TO BE if you want to have the night of your life.

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Rachel G.

We finally got a chance to try the omakase at Sushi by M and it didn't disappoint. The chef and server were both attentive and communicated what each course was. The fish quality was great and everything tasted so fresh. There wasn't a single piece I didn't like. They let you order more pieces, but we were full from the omakase. Definitely my new omakase spot!

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Azile Y.

Went back after 7 years and it was just as good as ever! The staff is FANTASTIC, and the omakase and add-ons are scruuuumptious. M, Jeff and Dani really took care of us

Jonathan N.

Honestly, if I could rate this above 5 stars, I WOULD 100% WOULD! if you're looking for an omakase place in New York, I would highly recommend this place! I did the omakase course with wagyu. Each sushi piece made tasted very fresh like it was bought from the market a second ago. Along with that, the chefs makes it a more meaningful experience. From interacting with you to taking shots and doing karaoke at the end, I would say this was one of the best experiences I've encountered in my life. Immaculate service too from the waiters! Recommending which sake to get and partying with me and my friends. Definitely will be coming back in the future for more!

Lila L.

Came here on a Thursday afternoon for lunch without resy. We wanted to sit at the bar but had to wait a bit since it was all occupied. We ended up just sitting at a table and they gave us a free sake shot on the house for waiting. We got the 18 pieces for $100. The sushi pieces were on the smaller side, but we still left feeling quite full. Service was attentive but kind of slow, maybe since we weren't sitting at the bar the chefs couldn't see when we were done with each course. Happy to finally try but quite similar to the other affordable omakases, nothing really stood out.

17 course omakase, pt2.
Cindy Z.

I had some visitors in town and brought them here because it's one of the highest rated affordable omakase in NYC. We made reservations beforehand, but arrived early and was seated immediately at the bar. For omakase, you have to sit at the bar for the full experience. They offer a 13 course for $69 and 17 course for $100; as we opted for the $100 omakase with higher quality fish. We also paired the omakase meal with two bottles of sake: Dessai 39 ($50) and Dessai Blue 50 ($55) between the three of us. The waiter consistently came around to pour the bottle for us and kept the alcohol coming. To start off, we had an oyster and snow crab rice appetizer. Then the nigiris started one by one before ending with a toro handroll. Each piece was so fresh, flavorful, and delicious. My favorite is the wagyu, uni, and foie gras combo that was such a luscious bite. As we were also celebrating my birthday, they surprised us at the end of with mini sashimi platter, which was amazing! This is way better than any birthday cake, such a treat.

Juliet T.

This is one of the most fun omakases I've been to! The staff were so nice and interactive with my partner and me. This was one of my top highlights during my trip-- great food, price, and lively energy. I would definitely come back next time I visit NYC again. My partner booked a reservation in advance, and it was pretty quiet at the restaurant, which made sense since it was a Tuesday late evening. We got the second tier of menu, which was Omakase with two appetizers and one handroll. This set came with 14 pieces, and each one was curated carefully and tasted great. Out of all of the pieces, my favorites were the Toro Caviar, A5 Miyazaki wagyu beef & Sea Urchin, and Salmon.

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Chris S.

I was able to make a reservation for about 30 minutes later on Friday night so we just walked over once it was made. It was pretty busy when we got there but I think any walk in would have only waited 15 minutes or so for empty bar or table space. The three of us got the $69 omakase and the jalapeño yellowtail appetizer. Definitely a fantastic deal for the 12-course meal. We were seated at a table so they brought the courses out 4 at a time. They ask if you're okay with wasabi and soy sauce as they are added to each sushi piece. So many great items but the standouts were definitely the wagyu and the caviar in the final set. They also explain each piece as they serve it to you so you're still getting an omakase experience. Don't leave yet because there's also a salmon handroll at the end too. Service was fantastic. We had a short wait before getting seated so they gave us each two free sake shots which was super sweet of them. As any east village spot, it is a bit loud but not obnoxiously so. Lighting was nice and ambient. Definitely come by for some quality yet affordable omakase.

Aleena A.

Nice place for $100 menu it's pretty filling but I did add an extra hand roll. Vibes are great and very relaxed but you cannot see the counter as easily. Would come back!

Jessica L.

Jeff was a great chef that made this experience so wonderful. We had an amazing time and was also celebrating my birthday. The sushi quality is phenomenal and presentation of everything was on point.

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Kevin L.

Betty took care of us, super legit! Chef fun AF, karaoke night omakase wat da?!? Say no more, come here for good Shari and fish, plus karaoke bonus perhaps! Will be back soon!

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Came back and was not disappointed. Best omakase in the city. Wonderful staff and amazing food. You must go here.

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How high are the chairs at the bar? We have 7 years old.. she's about 4 feet tall. Can she sit at the bar?

If she can sit still without trying to climb out or rock the chairs, she should be fine

We are interested in doing omakase. Can we bring our infant baby though?

You would want to reserve a table and not sit at the counter.

Can we ask for no wasabi for onakase?

Hi, yes you can. Just let our chefs know when you are seated

Is it okay to wear casual (like shorts)?

Yes it is pretty casual

Why is there no mention of sake / wine list? Is it byob?

they offer byob (at $20 bottle fee per bottle), but they also offer sake/wine in house, not sure why there isn't a posted list

How long should I expect to be there if I have a 2 PM reservation for the sushi bar omakase?

about 90 minutes

I made a reservation on Yelp for May 2022. Is this the omakase at the sushi bar or do we have to call to specify?

Hi, if you make reservation from Yelp. Your seat will be at sushi bar

I can't find a drink menu. Does this place have a sake menu?

Yeah, we have sake menu. But it is on iPad

Can you order the omakase during lunch hours?

Hi, lunch and dinner same menu…

If I get a Table reservation for dinner, can I order omakase? or do I need to sit at Sushi Bar? Thanks.

Hi. Yes, you can order omakase at table

Is tip included?

Hi no

Does everyone in your reservation have to order Omakase?

Hi, customers who seat at sushi bar need to order omakase, customer who seat at tables can order a la cart and handrolls

Should I text if I want to make a reservation for Omakase menu?

No. Go to their reservation page… 

Is it still BYOB?

Hi, we have liquor license now

Is it possible to do a gift card? And how long does it last? Thanks

Gift cards available on squareup

Are there heaters for outdoor dining?

I was here on April 11, 2021 and I did not see any heaters.

Are there heaters for outdoor dining?

There weren't any while I was there. The weather didn't demand it. I'm sure it's safe to say they have made some adjustments in that area now.

Can i bring my dog for outdoor dining?

hi yes, seating will be at the end tables if ok. Thank you!!

Are there any cooked substitutes or seared options besides the unagi? One member of our party does not handle raw fish too well.

There's seared wagyu beef and a seared albacore tuna

Hello, how long should I wake for a response through text? I have texted since yesterday but still haven't got a response!

Hi so sorry, our phone system got problem over the past 2 days, plz bear with us and can you dm us phone number, will text you from my personal number. Thank you and sorry for the trouble!!… 

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I had been to Momoya on the Upper West Side before, but this was my first visit to the Chelsea…read morelocation. The atmosphere here was a bit more lively and crowded compared to the more relaxed vibe of the UWS spot. I enjoyed my meal even more this time around. I started with the beet salad, which was delicious and offered great value given the generous portion size. it featured sliced beets, arugula, goat cheese, and walnuts. I also had my eye on the hijiki soybean salad--which is a bit smaller and reportedly homemade--so I may try that next time, along with the warm mushroom salad which looked very tasty. The edamame was standard but served as a nice starter. For my main rolls, I chose the salmon avocado and the yellowtail scallion. Both were very fresh and definitely worth ordering again. The salmon avocado roll had a nice touch of sesame seeds on the rice, while the yellowtail scallion was prepared with the seaweed on the outside. My boyfriend's sushi entree looked excellent, so I am considering that or the sushi-sashimi combo for my next visit. The entrees provide a substantial amount of food, and I especially appreciate that they allow you to choose which roll comes with your meal.

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4.4
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price - $87 per person pre tax…read more food - 5/5 service - 5/5 ambiance - 5/5 I got the chance to try out Sanyuu West for my birthday and I had such an amazing time! from the moment I stepped into the restaurant, the waiters were super sweet and attentive to my friend and I. the courses kept coming out and each piece was super tender and bursting with flavor! my favorite was definitely the uni, toro, and wagyu on milk bread course! I love how the flavors mix so well together, I felt like I was in heaven! the service was amazing, like the never left my water cup empty!!! (props to them) the ambiance inside was also super calm and vibey. overall, I had such an amazing time and I would love to go again soon

Came for takeout and got the Salmon Set which includes 8 huuuuge salmon nigiri for $30. You'll…read moredefinitely want to share this one. The slices aren't thin, delicate, and melt-in-your-mouth as one usually gets in a sit down; they are extra thick, and I had to really bite down on some of the pieces. The rice was nicely seasoned and was cooked well + portions are also big to match those thiccccc salmon slices. To be honest, I was getting a little nauseated after 5 pieces, haha~ They were definitely delicious but I'd probably just eat 3 or 4 pieces and share with a friend! It was easy to text the number on the website and coordinate a pickup time, and the staff was friendly when I arrived. The restaurant is a little hard to find as the windows are blinded and the sign is a piece of paper on the door.

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4.4
(473 reviews)
1.3 mi

Everything we had here was spectacular. My favorite dishes were the Mazemen noodles, corn ribs, and…read moretuna uni rice. I am already wanting to go back. The cucumber salad was also very good and flavorful. karaage was just okay and can be skipped. The corn dessert was really cool and the ube tiramisu really had the yam flavor. Boz was our server and he was amazing! Super friendly and did such an amazing job guiding us through the menu. Very funny guy too. He really added good energy to our night. Overall would recommend this place. Lots of wow moments with the dishes. So many other things to try!! 10/10 would recommend

I'm always on the search for good katsu and was looking forward to trying this spot! This is a bit…read moreof a belated review, but I'm glad to see that the standout dishes from my winter visit are still featured on their summer menu. 3 of us shared a few orders of their tenderloin ($18) and pork loin ($20) katsu, eggplant agebitashi ($18), sabazushi ($22), truffle rice, and niku udon ($24). The katsu was very, very moist on the inside, with a crispy batter that was so light it was almost flavorless. I honestly couldn't really tell the difference between the tenderloin and pork loin. Overall the dish had a very light flavor and I added quite a bit of sauce and wasabi. Some of the less memorable dishes were the eggplant agebitashi and truffle rice. The eggplant agebitashi tasted like a cross between an eggplant parm and a bolognese. The truffle rice had a very strong truffle flavor that ended up overpowering everything else in the dish. I thought the slices of raw button mushrooms were a little strange. I really enjoyed the sabazushi. The pieces of mackerel were thick and carried a lot of that characteristic mackerel oily flavor, but the oiliness was cut by enough vinegar to balance everything out. The niku udon was also a surprise hit. The noodles were wide, flat, super slurpy, and the broth carried a deep umami flavor. Overall, I had a pretty solid experience here.

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