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    Sushi Mumi

    4.4 (20 reviews)
    Closed 5:30 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Tansy W.

    Good fish quality and I enjoyed the minimal and simplistic interior. The most memorable part of our experience was how friendly and interactive the Chef was. Over all, not a bad spot!

    Vivian L.

    Came here last year during thanksgiving weekend after I kept seeing it and was impressed! I enjoyed kura (which was here before) and was excited for another omakase to open. The menu is reasonably priced for the quality and experience. We had several appetizers to start, then nigiri, soup, and dessert. Everything was really fresh! I also loved their chopstick holder - everyone had a different one. The dessert was also so good. Thinking of coming back already!

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    Joy C.

    This is a new Japanese sushi cuisine restaurant that opened five months ago without a menu. The restaurant's name, "Mumi," seems a bit puzzling, but when I asked Chef Marco about the origin of the name, he explained that the highest level of Japanese matcha tea is "Mumi," which means "no taste." This is a state that transcends the sense of taste, and he wanted to bring this concept and philosophy to sushi, challenging himself to achieve the same "no taste" state with his sushi. The restaurant offers a five-course appetizer, ten pieces of nigiri, tamago, miso soup, and dessert for $250 per person. Overall, the food was surprisingly delicious, especially considering that recently, sushi that can satisfy one's taste buds costs at least $350. Therefore, it was impressive to be able to enjoy fresh ingredients, creatively arranged appetizers, and traditional sushi without any missteps at such a reasonable price. The appetizers were made with quality ingredients, and I could taste the freshness of the crab and sea urchin. My favorite piece of Nigiri was the Sayori/Needlefish from Chiba. Apparently, many sushi restaurants do not often use this type of fish in their sushi because it has many bones and is difficult to prepare. However, this piece of sushi had a slightly chewy texture, and I could taste the ginger seasoning used to marinate the fish. Chef Marco explained that not every customer may enjoy this taste, but I certainly did. The Anago was also very tasty as it was cooked in a broth instead of being grilled, giving it a moist and tender texture that melted in my mouth (though it was a bit messy to eat!). The only slightly peculiar piece was the North Carolina akami, which had a very soft, melting texture with a slightly acidic taste and a hint of metallic flavor. Overall, this is a high-value omakase restaurant. Chef Marco believes that customers who come to enjoy his omakase experience should leave feeling satisfied, so the restaurant offers a generous selection of appetizers and sushi. It is definitely a restaurant worth revisiting, and I am looking forward to the surprises Chef Marco will offer on my next visit.

    Omakase 11/12/22 - Canadian lobster with uni
    Katie M.

    I'm always excited to find a newly opened omakase restaurant in NYC, and was very surprised (and saddened) to see Sushi Mumi is in the former Kura spot in the East Village. Ok, straight to the point: - When we went on 11/12/2022, they didn't have their liquor license yet so we had complimentary sake and wine. - The small plates were the stars of the meal. The lobster and uni dish we had was very indulgent. - I wasn't too impressed with the nigiri, which, let's be honest, is why we all come to an omakase experience. The rice in some pieces were dry and threw off the balance. Some fish were also underseasoned IMO. - Really loved the dessert, sweet sake panna cotta. I think $250pp for the caliber of ingredients, thought, and preparation of each dish is appropriate, but I don't think it was a perfect meal - but definitely has the potential to get there. Also - (to the restaurant) please steam your curtains!!!

    Elaine W.

    We booked Sushi Mumi for our New Year's Eve dinner, and I have to say I'm definitely pleased with that choice! The quality of the food was superb, and I loved the creativity from the chef. We started off with five appetizers: a steamed egg filled with crab and topped with ikura, monkfish liver, fried snapper topped with carmelized onions, grilled freshwater eel, and sous vide A5 wagyu. My personal favorite was the fried snapper by far, as I tend to like snapper a lot in general and I loved the combination of the carmelized onions with the crispier fried part of the fish. The steamed egg and monkfish were also top notch. Definitely off to a great start! During the main nigiri courses, we were also served two additional off-menu items. One of these was kind of an "inverse sushi", where the chef cut open the fish and stuffed it with rice. I think this one was my favorite piece of the evening (although everything else was pretty good as well)! My only nitpick was that there was quite a lot of wasabi used towards the beginning, which made it difficult to fully taste the fish without feeling pain (lol), but this went away after 4-5 nigiri pieces so I wouldn't say it was a dealbreaker. The dessert at the end (raspberry sweet sake panna cotta) was also fantastic! Overall, I would definitely recommend trying this out if you have the budget for it. One of my favorites!

    Jianna L.

    Recently discovered this gem of an omakase restaurant in NYC. I'm so glad to know that despite the recent surge in $$$ for sushi restaurants (or food in general) in NYC, I can get my sushi fix without shelling out $500+ each time. I went to Sushi Mumi without doing much research, but found found myself pleasantly surprised. The otsumami were all genuinely delicious. (I honestly wanted a plus-sized version of each.) The nigiris were also prepared really well, with the Shari being the star of the show. I ended up visiting Sushi Mumi 3x in 2 months and happily found that the menu changes quite a bit each time and I get to try something new.(Considering most high end Omakases tend to stick to work works and offer little variety) And despite the changes, the quality of each dish was constant and tasty each time.

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    Sabab K.

    One of my TOP and FAVORITE omakase experiences so far! It's only their first day and how I felt coming out of it is something I will remember for a while until the next time I'm back. It is $250 for 19 courses and with the high quality ingredients, it was totally worth at the price point! If the place looks familiar, it's because it was Kura before! With the new renovations, it's definitely upscale and has a similar vibe to countertop experiences at the high end sushi bars in NYC. I absolutely adored the decor and how spacious the inside is with a cute, comfy seating area for people waiting to get seated. Now the actual meal...ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC!! And I put the quality up there with the some of the best out there. The meal starts off with appetizers, with my two favorites being the Chawanmushi and the A5 Miyazaki. Next up was the nigiri section which didn't disappoint from start to finish. Not a single bit! I had some pieces I haven't had before, such as the Hirame (Japanese halibut) and Amadai (Japanese tilefish), which were delicious. I am a sucker for chutoro and easily was my favorite piece! Different from other omakase, the tuna is aged, which really brings out the flavor and texture. The biggest highlight for me was the rice! It utilizes two types of red vinegar and a combination of two types of rice (40/60 ratio). Lastly, props to Chef Marco Lin to opening up his own sushiya and crafting a sensational menu for the first day! A former chef at Michelin-starred Sushi Ginza Onodera and he hasn't missed a beat. Attention to detail, knowledge of the precise ingredients, and the selection of fish tells me that Sushi Mumi will be very popular soon! He took his time to explain to me about the origin of the fish, how he decides which fish to choose for the season, and his preparation. He was lovely to speak with and really kept me on edge for the next piece! Congrats Sushi Mumi on opening up and I will be back :)

    Tako & Ankimo with Ponzu Jelly
    Kristin M.

    I've been to Sushi Mumi twice now. Chef Marco (previously at Sushi Ginza Onodera and Blue Ribbon) is extremely friendly and meticulous about explaining each dish. The neta is of the highest quality and seasonally focused, and the shari is seasoned perfectly with akazu (red vinegar). The 19 course omakase - from 5 delectable and generous appetizers, 12 outstanding nigiri, heartwarming miso soup with delicate onagadai to yuzu ice cream with pepppercorn - is truly exceptional, intimate and joyful experience! It's hard to pick just a few but my favorites were the simmered tako & ankimo with ponzu jelly, Aori Ika and Kasugodai. Service is very attentive and professional.

    Emmie C.

    This place uses cute figurines as chopsticks holders. The service is awesome and the chef takes special care in preparing each of his pieces. We got the off the menu piece, which was the muscle part of the clams....it was absolutely delicious! I have never had anything like it before. It was so good, wish I could had ordered more pieces The ice cream was home made, it was yuzu with pink peppercorn....also another one of a kind! The restaurant is very clean and the chef is very friendly. A very good dining experience overall.

    Derek S.

    delicious food. ambiance was cozy with one other couple. beautiful glassware. Chef Marco Lin will feed off your enthusiasm and make conversation if you like. obviously amazing service as well. great for a celebration!

    Chanel S.

    Hidden spot, super delicious! Also not too bad for pricing in comparison to some of the other omakase places.

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    4.3
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    1.6 mi
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    I've been coming to Izakaya Mew for years and it's still great! The food is solid and the ambiance…read moreis that of a casual bar/izakaya. It can be a little tricky to find as it has a small door on the street level and is located down a flight of stairs on 35th. They have a variety of drinks such as frozen kirin beer and Japanese inspired cocktails. For food, they have a large variety of Japanese classics from sushi, skewers, fried dishes, and noodles/rice. My favorites here are the Omu Soba which has some tasty noodles inside and the salmon don which has some sashimi and sauce over rice!

    the only redeeming quality of this place is the price and the vibes. i've gone a couple times and…read moreall the dishes i've tried are just okay. the katsudon is very average imo somewhat comparable to hmart food court katsudon lol. i remember the pork belly being super fatty, the kalbi being really tough to chew, and the salmon tataki was forgettable. i've also tried the kimchi cream udon, the omu soba, the sweet and sour ribs, and the salmon don (not pictured) and also thought those dishes were very average. the portion sizes here are good for the price and for the area, but i definitely would not wait for a table. i think it's a good pre-game/post-game place like i'm sure the food would taste delicious if i was wasted but it is not great for just dinner.

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    Everything we tried was honestly amazing--nothing missed. The service was great too. Portions were…read moregood, and every bite was super enjoyable. The ube tiramisu was a standout. I'm not usually an ube fan, so I wasn't expecting much--but they told us it was just added to the menu and we were some of the first people to try it. After one bite, I literally said "wow" out loud. My friend even laughed because I never react like that unless the food is really good. Overall, everything we had was a solid 10/10. Would definitely come back!

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    4.4
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    So this place is small and charming, dark and well I hate to say it (cus it sounds cliche now) but…read moreit's a vibe. For real. From the decor to the music to its surroundings. She's a gem. The service was attentive yet not pushy. Knowledgeable and hospitable without being extra. Just chill and on point overall. They definitely read the room and that's my favorite kind of service. The food: Chicken curry katsu! Perfection! Carbonara udon! Delightful! Black garlic ramen! Delicious! Whatever you choose I'm sure you will not be disappointed! Honestly. And tbh, literally because of that, we're headed back today! lol. Like for real no joke haha

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    4.4
    (2.5k reviews)
    1.6 mi
    $$

    This one was already on my list but I had no idea if I'd actually make it. Turned out it was right…read moreon the same street as my friend's hotel, so it just happened. One of those lucky accidents. Easy to walk past if you're not looking for it. The entrance is subtle, almost like a hallway leading you somewhere. But once you're inside, the vibe is genuinely good. Not trying too hard, just comfortable and cool. I had a couple cocktails while I was there. They have a solid bar program and everything I tried landed. Then I got the Spicy Tan Tan and it was exactly what I wanted. The broth was the star. Deep, rich, and had just the right kick without going overboard. I finished every last drop, which honestly says it all. This is the kind of place you go back to. Already thinking about when I'll be back in New York.

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