My preferred AYCE sushi out of the two I've been to. The opening omakase is much better, and the AYCE portion doesn't weigh you down (cough cough, wagyu). There is pretty much exclusively bar seating, except for two 2-person tables in the back. The drinks are ordered and brought via the waiter who stops by. Otherwise, they had 2 sushi chefs behind the counter. Start w the omakase course, and then three rounds of AYCE nigiri (scallop, eel, tuna). I personally prefer these nigiris, so take that into your consideration. Overall, would recommend this AYCE spot if you prioritize food over drinks. I feel like the vibe of this one is more low key (given the neighborhood), but might also depend on your fellow diners. read more

Sushi Hayashi - AYVE portion (tuna, eel, scallop) - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

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For my 1000 review, I would like to share this experience. My friend suggested this location to try for a first timer's omakase experience. This is a splurge if you don't drink alcohol though the unlimited might make up for it. Reservation is made via resy (weekday: 3 sessions, weekend: 4 sessions) with a choice of sitting by the counter or at a table. This $98 omakase experience for 80 minutes includes 2 appetizers (amberjack jalapeño and toro uni caviar toast), 10 sushi courses with unique toppings (truffle, caviar, and such), 1 maki roll (fatty tuna) and matcha ice cream. It also included 2 rounds of unlimited 4 types of sushi (sea scallop, lean tuna, fatty tuna, and grilled eel) with unlimited drink (beer, soda, green tea, and sake). For the unlimited item, you have to give the total number of sea scallop, total number of lean tuna, total number of fatty tuna, and total number of grilled egg as a group. So, plan your appetite properly otherwise you will end up paying for the cost. The catch for unlimited items: for each item you don't finish it's $6 for each item (leftover rice or sushi) and $6 for each item if you don't finish in the allotted time. The consensus is: it was very yummy. read more

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So I've been on a bit of an Omakase kick recently and have been trying some of the spots that have become popularized on social media, especially the ones that are all you can eat. We came to Sushi Hayashi on a Sunday evening and had the AYCE Omakase at the bar. It was a delightful dining experience. The cuts of fish were fresh and were prepared well. I think I ended up ordering about 50 or so pieces of sushi between the rounds of Omakase and the ayce portion. They even have a section of their wall that notes the various record number of sushi eaten by people like a scoreboard of the top scores. Hopefully, I'll be on the board one day. Unlike a couple of other ayce Omakase places, this place allows you to have 2 rounds of all you can eat instead of 1 so that you can get a better feel of what your limit is. I would highly recommend checking out Sushi Hayashi as the sushi is tasty, the service is attentive, and the setup is rather spacious and not cramped like other ayce Omakase spots. It makes for a high quality night out. read more

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Had an overall mostly pleasant experience at this AYCE/AYCD omakase. This experience is definitely dependent upon your speed of eating and drinking. I came here for a friends birthday and did feel very rushed through our dining experience. Although the allotted time was 1.5 hours, our experience was cut by about 20 minutes. Our dinner started at 5pm. We arrived at 5:04 exactly (there were a lot of delays on NYC transit) and we were the only guests being serviced at the restaurant during our entire dining experience. At about 6:15 other guests arrived for the 6:30 reservation slot and we were told that our dining experience was over as they needed to prepare for the next guests. We were confused as to why we were being rushed out when it wasn't even 6:30 yet and being the only 2 ppl in the restaurant there was a plethora of seats available for the other 2 guests they needed to serve. With the dining experience being rushed we weren't able to take full advantage of the AYCE and AYCD options. That being said, all of the food and drink was truly delicious. I think if you come in preparation of being rushed and ready to throw back sushi pieces as fast as you can, you'll feel this dining experience is worth it! read more

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Had such a great experience here at my first ayce omakase. The quality of everything was amazing on top of unlimited tea, beer and sake. I chose this place over other ayce omakases specifically for the ayce scallop, however the eel caught me off guard and I ordered a bunch of those as well. Highly recommend and would definitely come back! read more

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TLDR - food 3.3, service 3.2, environment 3, value 4. The rice for the omakase round was overcooked and mushy. It drastically impacted the overall texture even though the seasoning was fine and the fish was fresh. It's crucial for an omakase restaurant to nail the rice so this was a disappointment for me. Separately the otoro was over torched in the omakase round so it was dry and tough. For the AYCE round, the rice was better and not mushy, but they went cheap on the otoro. The 1st round had some good pieces, where the 2nd round was not fatty and also had quite a bit of the chewy silverskin. The service was a little odd. The hostess spoke very fast and soft so it was very hard to hear her at times. Separately, I asked for no wasabi but the sushi chef forgot. Any of the other omakase I've been to would make a fresh nigiri from scratch and offer the wrong piece to someone in my group. However, this time, the sushi chef only replaced the ball of rice and I had to lift up the fish to show them all the wasabi under it and they finally made a fresh piece from scratch. The environment was ok. My group sat at the bar which was fine, but the 2 dining tables look kinda sad with folding chairs in the back corner. A few compliments. Their AYCD sakes were pretty good. I enjoyed both options very much. Matcha ice cream was very matcha. The king salmon, Wagyu, prawn, and striped jack were my favorites. Also they were very efficient during the AYCE rounds. Chefs started to make the nigiris before we even finished the omakase round so we didn't have to wait long for the AYCE pieces. Overall, I had a good time and am happy that I got to try this place. read more

$98 all you can eat and drink (beer and sake), say less!! We were able to get reservations for 4 last minute on a Friday night. They start with a 13 course omakase, my favorite bites were the toro uni with caviar, the king salmon, the striped jack and the A5 wagyu. After the 13 course you can get as many sea scallop, lean tuna, fatty tuna and unagi pieces as you want (but limited to two orders). At the end they gave us matcha ice cream which was so refreshing after all this food. We were stuffed. I don't think I made the sake and beer worth the AYCD because we only had 90 minutes and even if it seems a lot of time, it flies by. The service was amazing, they kept pouring drinks and asking for our orders right away. They don't have many spots (as many omakase places) so make reservations in advance. read more

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In my continued journey of trying the city's AYCE omakase experiences, I was excited to try Sushi Hayashi. The place is small - there are around 12 bar seats and 2 tables of 4. The place is very clean and the manager is very friendly They were generous with the sake and other drinks. The sushi pieces were decent sizes. The omakase portion had some creative pieces with decent quality fish. AYCE portion was acceptable quality. Our options were scallop, tuna, otoro, and eel. If you don't drink, probably not worth it but otherwise, satisfied with the experience! read more

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I always find a reason to celebrate with sushi. So my boyfriend and I were visiting New York, he surprised me by bringing me to Hayashi Omakase for a date night. The all-you-can-eat omakase was exactly what I dreamt of. The 14-course experience moves quickly and hits all the marks--2 appetizers, 10 sushi with different toppings, 1 maki, and a dessert. The quality is phenomenal for AYCE. My favorite was the ayce item was the hotate which was soft and sweet. After the course, we got 2 rounds to re-order our favorites: unagi, lean tuna, fatty tuna, and scallops. The AYCE nigiri are simple but delicious. Sitting at the counter watching the chefs work was the perfect vibe for a date night. Service was friendly, and the price point is great for what you get. I left 200% full and already planning my next visit--next time I'm coming prepared and hungry to make the most of those re-order rounds. read more

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Food: WOULD NOT RECOMMEND. My friends and I were looking forward to trying a new AYCE omakase spot, but this place was an absolute disappointment. I would not recommend this restaurant. The AYCE experience (80 minutes) is $98 which includes unlimited drinks (beer, sake, soft drinks, tea), a 14-course omakase with different fish, and two rounds of unlimited pieces (4 options of pieces available). The four options of AYCE pieces we had were scallop, lean tuna, fatty tuna, and eel. The two types of tuna seemed redundant, but that's what was offered. The fish was overall very good quality and fresh, but the rice was very overcooked, mushy, and seasoned with too much salt and vinegar. It was not enjoyable at all. The worst part was that all four of us in our group were unusually and extremely thirsty after the meal. I'm not sure what they put into their rice/sushi to make customers so thirsty, but this is another reason I absolutely would not return and would not recommend others to go here. Service: Staff were friendly and attentive. They made the meal enjoyable. Ambiance: The place is small with only about 10 seats at the sushi bar and two very small tables on the side that fit two people each. Decor and ambiance is nice. Seating is comfortable. Overall, I wouldn't recommend this restaurant at all and won't be returning. read more

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This place is an absolute gem located in midtown east. Being my first ever omekase experience I was confused on what I would be getting after knowing the price point would be 96 dollars. However being all you can eat, I made sure to come here prepared with an empty stomach. Eat serving session last under 90 mins and you are required to finish all your food within that time frame. There are 14 courses (10 or so with meat, 2 vegetarian appetizers and matcha ice cream at the end of the all you can eat). I enjoyed the various flavors of the omekase experience and they come out relatively fast. Then they two rounds of orders where you can choose between fatty and lean tuna, scallops and eel and how much of any of the four you want. My party of three and I really loved the eel and we were able all finish around 40 additional pieces after the original 14 course omekase. There is not a lot of seating, so we were on a small plastic table by the back. Vibes were great and staff was amazing. I enjoyed my first time eating omekase and would recommend, especially being all you can eat, you do feel that you can get your moneys worth. We all had a good time and also enjoyed the matcha ice cream too at the end. read more

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Sushi Hayashi offers a unique take on the omakase experience by combining a traditional multi-course tasting menu with an all-you-can-eat premium nigiri finish. We walked into a modern and intimate space centered around the sushi counter, the kind of setting that feels both interactive and relaxed, with the chefs working directly in front of us and the room staying focused on the meal at hand. The atmosphere had a polished but approachable energy, making it a great fit for a celebration or a group dinner where the experience is as much a part of the meal as the food itself. The meal begins with a curated omakase featuring a variety of seasonal seafood, showcasing different flavors, textures, and preparations throughout the experience. We went through the progression and found the fish fresh, well portioned, and carefully prepared, with favorites including scallops, fatty tuna, salmon, eel, and shrimp. Each piece arrived with attention to temperature and seasoning, and the balance of the courses kept the progression engaging. After the tasting menu, the experience shifts into the restaurant's signature all-you-can-eat portion, where guests can order additional rounds of select premium nigiri. It is a fun concept that lets you revisit your favorite pieces instead of wishing you could have another bite, and we appreciated the flexibility to go back to the pieces that stood out most. The service helps make the experience even more enjoyable. The chefs and staff were attentive throughout the meal, keeping the courses moving at a comfortable pace while making sure drinks were refilled and we were taken care of. The atmosphere was lively without feeling rushed, and the interactive counter seating added a layer of engagement that made the meal feel more personal. The team moved through the room with efficiency, and the pacing of the courses kept the flow steady without making the experience feel hurried. One thing to keep in mind is that the all-you-can-eat portion comes with rules to discourage food waste, so unfinished pieces may incur an additional charge. Reservations are also recommended since the restaurant regularly fills up, especially on weekends, and the structured format is clearly designed to manage the flow of guests efficiently. Despite the rules, the overall experience feels well organized and offers strong value compared to many traditional omakase restaurants. Overall, Sushi Hayashi offers a creative twist on the classic omakase experience. The combination of high-quality seafood, attentive service, and the opportunity to enjoy unlimited premium nigiri makes it stand out from other sushi restaurants, offering a meal that feels both refined and fun. read more

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If you're looking for a good deal with decent sushi, this is your place. If you're looking for an actual omakase experience, then maybe you should look elsewhere. Its $98 for a 14 course meal + 2 rounds of AYCE between 4 sushi options (scallop, akami, otoro, grilled eel) + unlimited drinks. Most people got anywhere from 2-10 extra pieces of sushi on top of the 14 course so of course the cost per sushi is great. Sushi quality was solid: fish pieces were fresh for the most part, wasabi spicy, and rice was fine. However besides the wagyu, none of the fish-based sushi impressed me like how other omakase places typically do. They do make it very clear that if you do not finish your sushi, you will be charged extra. What detracted from my experience was not only how I felt extremely rushed, but also the fact that the sushi pieces were already pre-made and there was absolutely no interaction with the chef. Even though they explicitly say that we have 1-2:20pm for the lunch time slot, we were done with 14 courses by 1:40pm (when typically an equivalent amount would take the full hour) and completely done with both rounds of AYCE by 2pm. I am not a slow eater and I felt like I could barely keep up with the pace. There were two chefs and chef A was making all of one type of sushi, while chef B was making all of one type of the next course. Neither of them formally introduced the sushi type nor ingredients, so I felt like I was just stuffing down fish and rice that I couldn't even fully enjoy. Towards the end, I also saw the chefs start to assemble sushi (not just prep the ingredients) for the dinner shift, when I thought the whole point was to do this spontaneously and freshly. It wasn't even 2:20pm yet and staff members already went out for their smoke break, leaving their last customers alone inside. Overall, I see the cost friendly appeal of this place and ACYE component, but again was far off from my other omakase experiences. read more

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Pretty good experience for an AYCE and under $100 pp omakase. The first 13 pieces were interesting combinations and tasted yummy. That part went by pretty quickly, definitely a no frills place. The AYCE portion- you get two rounds of four different choices. I haven't seen scallop as one of the AYCE options before so that was nice but I understand what too many scallops taste like now. Don't get too many pieces of the fatty tuna either, they torch them and the pieces get so oily. read more

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We came later into the service, and the waiter kept making jokes toward my friend about it, which got me annoyed after a while, instead of being funny. The $98 AYCE with sake sounded like a good deal, but the fish quality did not live up to the price. A lot of the sushi tasted warm and not especially fresh, which is the last thing you want for omakase-style sushi. The fatty tuna and scallop were the only pieces that really stood out in a good way. The sake and matcha dessert were decent, but not enough to save the meal. For the price, there are definitely much better sushi spots in the city. read more

Sushi Hayashi - Matcha Dessert - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

Food: 4.5/5 I had the 14 course omakase and AYCE sushi for $98. The quality of the sushi is not as good as other omakase spots, but it is still clearly better than majority of sushi restaurants. The striped jack and spot prawn were my favorite pieces. After the omakase portion, they give two rounds of AYCE and you can select from sea scallop, lean tuna, fatty tuna, and unagi (eel). I had 15 scallops, 10 lean, and 15 fatty and called it a day. For $98 it was really worth an omakase and unlimited sushi. Service: 4/5 The waiters were very attentive and always checked in to make sure we had everything. If our glass was low, they were sure to bring a refill. My only complaint is the omakase portion felt rushed. Sushi omakase usually comes one piece at a time. There were times the next piece would be given before the prior piece was finished eating. I didn't feel like I got to enjoy every piece at a normal pace. Everyone finished eating the omakase and AYCE within 1 hour and the given time slot is 1 hour 20 minutes so it felt rushed when there was plenty of time. Ambiance: 5/5 Sushi Hayashi is a small restaurant with 8 bar seats and a couple of tables to the side. It is well lit and cozy and very comfortable. read more

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- I've been arranging a once a month ayce/aycd outing for my friends and tho the other restaurants in our rotation (souraji-east and west/hatsu) are far more convenient for me, I've noticed their quality noticeably declining with time. Hayashi however, has stayed consistent. - they offer less alcohol options than the other places but as far as sushi quality goes (consideirng they're the all the same price) hayashi is currently the best ayce omakase the city has to offer - unless the others locations change course, hayashi will be where I'll be hosting our monthly ayce/aycd dinners from now on read more

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I usually don't leave reviews but I want to let people know since this place is pretty hyped on TikTok. Maybe the midtown location is not as good as the other one? Pretty disappointed bc I was so excited for my first omakase experience and to treat myself to a more expensive dinner but this was just ok. There was no communication from the staff and lots of the staff came right at the reservation time of 8:15 or later. Which I found to be unprofessional especially since they state that being there late cuts into our experience but then they are able to cut into it? They asked us if we had any allergies or preferences and I did say no but I was not expecting to have wasabi in every piece? After two pieces of sushi I asked them to leave it out and they accommodated this but accidentally put wasabi in a couple pieces after that so they had to remake it. Also I had to ask for soy sauce which I thought was strange??? Drinks are unlimited and there are the two unlimited rounds after that but with the aggressive $6 per piece surcharge I was scared to over order and ended up walking away not having eaten all I could eat. Overall a poor experience with an expensive cost. read more

Sushi Hayashi - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

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Such a fun experience. Their all-you-can-eat sushi deal is absolutely worth it, especially since it includes things like scallop and charred fatty tuna, which you don't usually get unlimited. Not a big fan of unagi but their homemade sauce was great and I actually found myself getting repeats of their unagi. The host was super charming and entertaining, which made the night even better. Even though we weren't sitting at the counter, the service was still great and we felt well taken care of the whole time. Overall, great value, great vibes, and a really enjoyable spot if you're in the mood to eat a lot of good sushi. read more

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A cute smallestablishment tucked in the East 50th street residential area. The waiter was very down to earth, chill and accommodating. He came to check on me a few times. Now, the concept of unlimited omakase has been catching on and getting very popular. You get a set course meal then at the end, you get two rounds of unlimited pieces of sea scallop, lean tuna, fatty tuna and/or unagi. Love the concept and my stomach was happy too. Make sure you order strategically or else, you'll end up feeling bloated and unable to finish. Mind you, they'll charge you $6 per unfinished piece in the allotted time. The experience overall was intimate and yummy. I do have to agree with a few reviews here where the topping (such as salt or lemon zest) overpowered the flavor. There were a few pieces where I wish they put less so the fish can shine more. Nonetheless, I would still come back. read more

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All you can eat and drink Two appetizers, 10 course Omakase, one roll and dessert + drinks. $98 Get a selection of two different Sakes, various beers and soft drinks all included in the price. You then can choose from four options for the all-you-can-eat portion: sea scallop, lean tuna, fatty tuna, Unagi. Overall, great price for what you get. $98 + tip in tax. It's a steal however there are a bunch of places like this and I would put this one in the average category. Not many places nearby who do this. So check it out Best pieces: - Sea bream, yellowtail, lean tuna, unagi on Omakase. I'm not a fan of scallop or shrimp, but everyone else loved it. - AYCE: lean tuna, unagi. Again, I don't like scallop, but everyone else ordered multiple pieces. The fatty tuna was charred so after a few pieces, it all tasted the same. But those few pieces were great. Service was fantastic, and our drinks were filled continuously. They are pretty quick and within 35 minutes you finish the Omakase and then another 30 minutes you're done with the AYCE portion. So pace yourself read more

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Been really into AYCE omakase lately so was cool to check this place out! My favorites are the king salmon, sea scallop, and spot prawn. For the unlimited sushi round, I like that they have sea scallop which I feel is a good balance to the tuna sushi pieces. Service was excellent and the staffs always made sure our drinks were filled. read more

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TL;DR: Hayashi offers simple, fresh AYCE & Drink Omakase for under $100 in a tight, yet cozy space in the middle of dead Turtle Bay. I honestly would go as far as to say this might be some of the best AYCE you can get in Manhattan before breaking the bank. The main host I encountered over my multiple summer 2025 visits was a very friendly, amiable guy - he's funny, and will keep the drinks flowing - again, free assuming you did the AYCE option (and why wouldn't you?!) I say, go. I loved it the first time, loved it the second and third - they don't miss. Your wallet AND stomach will thank you! read more

Sushi Hayashi - O-Toro ( 大トロ | おおとろ) - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

Sushi Hayashi is so much fun! I would recommend to anyone looking to have a good time and enjoy good sushi. They run a tight ship here. Be here on time and know what you want to drink. They have heavy pours here. All the sake we tried was good. The omakase starts first, then the AYCE is 2 rounds. Everyone at our seating time was pretty weak when it came to the AYCE portion like ordering 2 pieces and the staff was confused. The fish is pretty decent quality but you don't come here looking for the highest freshest fish or the most special flavors - you just go here for a good time! We left full, tipsy, and satisfied! We got avocado plushies as they had some promo that month which was a good souvenir. I would totally book the whole bar out for my birthday or something fun. read more

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A really spectacular experience. An omakase and all you can eat sushi. Each piece was super delicious and fresh. You make a reservation for 1 hour and experience sitting around the bar with about 10 other people. After the omakase experience, you have an option of about 4 sushis you can order. You have two rounds to order and each round as many pieces as you want, but you have to finish them. It was a good price too, $100 per person read more

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My sister and I really enjoy omakase, and we're always excited to try new restaurants together. I had pretty high expectations for this place because I had seen a lot of views and positive mentions about it. Unfortunately, the overall experience was a little disappointing. The service didn't feel as warm or welcoming as I had hoped. The staff were speaking Chinese among themselves, and it seemed like they assumed my sister and I couldn't understand. However, I could understand what they were saying, and some of the things I heard didn't feel very pleasant. The service also felt a bit rushed. After we finished each dish, the plates were sometimes left in front of us without being cleared, and at one point I ended up handing a finished plate directly to a staff member. For the food, I personally felt that the fish could have been fresher, and the sushi rice was a little too firm for my preference. Overall, it just wasn't the experience I was expecting. I'm glad we gave it a try, but I don't think I would come back again. There are many other omakase restaurants I'd rather explore, so I probably wouldn't recommend this one to my friends. read more

Sushi Hayashi was a fun and delicious experience. It is a small restaurant, with only about a dozen seats around the counter and 2 two seat tables in the back. It was $96 for 14 courses, followed up by AYCE lean and fatty tuna, scallop, and unagi. All of the staff were kind and fun and encouraged us to enjoy and eat however much we could. The fish was high quality and having scallop as an option for the AYCE was a lovely inclusion. I tapped out after 51 pieces and enjoyed every bite. Hayashi is a very good experience, especially for the price in NYC. read more

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Although this is unfortunately my least favorite of the AYCE omakase places, I thought it was still quite good! The courses were all very tasty pieces (particularly the King Salmon and Sea Bream which were super fresh), and I got to order two rounds of the unlimited portion. Only disappointing part is no salmon is included in the AYCE portion. Service was good as they kept refilling our beer and sake. Ambiance was decent but was a bit cold with the AC blowing at us. read more

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The AYCE omakase has been quite trendy here in NYC and I just couldn't wait to try one out. There were quite a few places around NY offering this experience for a wide price range. They usually keep it around or below $100 tho to make it marketable to the public. After much researching on tiktok along with reading google reviews, I settled on picking Sushi Hayashi, located in Midtown East, Manhattan. It was also the place that I could get a reservation one week in advance. For $98, you can get 14 course omakase. On top of that, you also get 2 rounds of unlimited sushi plus drinks including beer and sake. Honestly, I think it's a very good deal. I didn't know what to expect but the quality of the main sushi courses were really good. The sashimi was so fresh and buttery. I also liked that you got really fancy with some of the pieces by adding caviar and gold dust. Obviously, there were some pieces that were just meh but overall it was still high quality. After the 13 main sushi courses, the server would go around taking orders for the unlimited sushi portion of the night. You are given 4 choices of either fatty tuna, lean tuna, scallop or eel sushi. You can order as much as you can eat and they do a 2nd round of orders so you can pace yourself. I like that they put a small amount of rice for each piece so you are not full so easily. This experience was definitely experience but worth it in my opinion. If you are ever in NY, I highly recommend making reservations for one of the AYCE omakase restaurants. read more

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Pretty solid omakase. For the all-you-can-eat you get 4 kinds of sushi: lean tuna, fatty tuna, scallops, and eel. Drinks are poured heavy, and you've got 90 minutes to see if you can beat their 85-piece record. Definitely a fun spot for small groups or celebrations. Chefs and staff are super friendly, service is great. Runs about $230-240 for two people. read more

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I am an absolute fan! In the past year I've been here 3 times all with different groups and everyone has loved it thus far. Ive also been to Souraji West & Shinn West for their ayce omakase but this is the only place I've revisited. (Disclaimer every time I've sat at the dining table as opposed to the omakase bar - they still serve you piece by piece and are super friendly) The omakase itself is fresh & and i love that within their omakase set they include non-nigiri pieces like the sashimi & hand roll. Even if you just did the regular omakase set it is enough to satisfy a sushi lover in terms of quality & variety. However, the real reason to come back would be the ayce & aycd portion. What sets Sushi Hayashi apart is that they do 2 rounds of ayce (unagi, lean tuna, fatty tuna & scallops). I love the variety of choices for the ayce portion and the fact they let you second guess your orders (lol). I also appreciate the variety of choices for the aycd portion as well - most of the aycd places offer a few sake options (sweet/dry) but unlike souraji they include soft drinks in their menu so everyone has a few drink options for their meal! read more

Great place for Omakase for under $100 (not including tax and tips). They have four settings per day, with an additional late night setting on Fridays & Saturdays; maximum 10 seats per setting. Zack, still not sure what his capacity is, I guess the restaurant manager from what I can tell, was great. Very friendly and interactive. We had some great conversations with him but the two sushi chefs didn't say a word. Maybe it was a language barrier. The food came out in fast succession, which was good because I was hungry, but bad, because it seemed like it was over before it even started. I do like that the menu doubled up as a place mat and we knew exactly what we were eating without having to constantly ask the chef. The AYCE portion was limited to scallop, lean tuna, fatty tuna and unagi. You have two chances to order as many pieces as you want. We were told the record was like 70+ pieces. You will be charged $6 per piece that you do not finish and that includes the rice. They have two beer and two sake for the all you can drink. I personally really liked the sweeter sake, can't remember the name but Zack can help you with that. read more

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This is a really great deal. I've been three times but only the last time was it all you can eat model. The fish quality has always been great, but for the new price and gimmick it's even better in my eyes. I even told my husband I would have been happy if all they served was the 14 course and unlimited sake but definitely got my money's worth with the unlimited portion. They are very generous with sake and we ultimately had a spectacular time. I would definitely be back, I wish them longevity and prosperity! read more

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Sushi Hayashi is a 14 course omakase place that gives you two options at the end to order as much sea scallop, lean tuna, fatty tuna, or unagi as you want. You have to finish it, otherwise they charge you $6 per piece. There's also all you can drink with two options for sake, coke, diet coke, sprite, and beers. Total price at time of writing was $98 per person (before tax/tip), which isn't bad, as long as you can eat at least like 40 pieces+ (including the omakase part). True to my title of being an absolute fatass, I managed to eat 50 pieces of sushi total making it ~$2.50 per piece for me. The strategy here is to take your time eating the omakase so it digests properly (feel free to stand up as it helps the food go through your digestive tract better) and drink hot green tea. When you get to the AYCE part, I would highly recommend ordering the scallop and fatty tuna as it seems like the most value and it goes well with the sushi rice. If you don't think you can take another bite, trust me you can, believe in yourself. read more

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My second ever AYCE omakase did not disappoint. I actually prefer this one over the first one I've been to, as they allow you 2 rounds for the AYCE portion. First they start you off with drinks (AYCD) and the 14-course begins. Everything was fresh and tasted delicious with the brush of sauce they use on some pieces. This experience did not feel rushed at all, I had an amazing time. During the AYCE portion, they offer scallop, lean tuna, fatty tuna, and wagyu. I was eating to my hearts content. I will definitely be back for another round of AYCE. read more

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An all-you-can-eat-and-drink omakase for $98? Sign me up. This place is a steal. We managed to snag a 9:30 PM reservation, and when we arrived, the earlier session was just wrapping up. The turnover was impressively efficient -- staff swooped in, cleared the tables with lightning speed, and before we knew it, we were seated right at the sushi counter, which in my opinion, is the best seat in the house. I was already excited, and that upgrade took it to the next level. Now, let's get one thing clear -- this isn't your traditional, hushed, reverent omakase experience. If that's what you're expecting, leave it at the door. Sushi Hayashi is loud, lively, and fun. The latest hip-hop tracks were blasting, creating a party-like vibe that made the night feel more like a celebration than a formal dinner. My only critique? I wish the chefs had a bit more interaction with us. They were clearly hard at work, but the lack of engagement made the omakase portion feel rushed. Pieces were quickly placed in front of us, and if it weren't for the little paper guide at the table, I wouldn't have known what I was eating. Unlike a traditional omakase, where each piece is described in detail, this was more of a rapid-fire sushi showcase. Fourteen courses flew by in what felt like mere minutes. But then came the fun twist -- unlimited orders of fatty tuna, lean tuna, scallop, and unagi. I went for five of each. Pro tip: be smart with your ordering. It's a fine balance between getting your money's worth and avoiding leftovers because any unfinished pieces will cost you an extra $6 each. We were allowed two rounds of unlimited ordering, which was generous, and by the end, I was happily full and just the right amount of buzzed from the free-flowing sake. The meal ended with the cutest little matcha ice cream cup -- a perfect sweet touch to round out a wild, satisfying ride. Would I go back? Absolutely. Sushi Hayashi delivers a high-energy, high-value experience that's different in all the right ways. If you found this review helpful, don't be shy -- show some love and give it a like! read more

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Do you ever find yourself still hungry after omakase? This is the place for you! Everything is fresh, delicious and made right in front of you but at the end of your courses, you have the option to order as many additional pieces as you would like! read more

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This is seriously the best quality sushi I've had in my life. The food was delicious and the servers always refilled my drinks while having an amazing attitude. The bar gives me an underground and cozy vibe which adds even more points. Next time I come to New York again I will definitely come here again. Best sushi in my life. read more

Sushi Hayashi - 4th course: King Salmon - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

Amazing time with friends and we got the only table at the time since they only have a chefs counter and 1 4 person table. It's quite well known in the neighborhood and hard to get a reservation since it's an AYCE and the pieces are actually regular omakase size compared to other AYCE like SourAji. I LOVE scallop so I'm pretty biased with the unlimited options as they do unlimited scallop, lean tuna, fatty tuna and eel. Their main course was great and the sake was awesome! They encourage you to drink so what I did was drink! Super fun to go with friends to have a good meal and get quite tipsy. My favorite was definitely the uni and the shrimp along with the king salmon. That definitely made my favorites. I definitely will come back here again and again! read more

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