Updating my review after another visit--Uka Omakase continues to impress every single time. The quality has stayed consistently excellent, the fish is always incredibly fresh, and the service is just as warm and attentive as ever. It's rare to find a place that maintains such a high standard. Definitely one of my go-to omakase spots in NYC! read more

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Great food and hospitality, service is quick and servers will make conversation. Also a good deal ! read more

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Absolutely the best experience in NYC! 16 courses of rolls that I have never had. Each course was better than the last. The staff were very kind and attentive to details. read more

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Going to start with some criticisms, but overall, HIGHLY RECOMMEND!! For just the food and ambiance, I'd actually give this place 4 stars since the toro pieces had some tendon, making it a bit hard to chew through. Also, the staff's work process in making the food often felt rushed, but still took a while to come out, so maybe they could work on establishing a better system for making the dishes. That being said though, THE VALUE IS INSANE!! $56 for 16 courses (including chutoro, otoro, hokkaido scallop, unagi, and A5) + sake is actually unheard of. Other than the bit of tendon, the fish quality was amazing and the pieces were very creatively crafted. Some standouts for me were the sashimi with a snappy noodle, sablefish, salmon with foie gras, and unagi. read more

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Review for July 12th. It's been a few years since I wrote a lengthy review, but it must be said because this is truly the worst SERVICE experience I've experienced in a long time. As a foodie who frequently enjoys upscale omakase, the extremely poor service at this restaurant immediately demonstrates why the price is as low as it is. You get what you pay for and if gross, rushed service at cheap price is important for you over a traditional, professional omakase experience, go for it. I called to make a reservation over the 2 days ago and the host said there were "lots of reservations available" at any hour that we wanted. I made a reservation for 5PM and stated we were celebrating my friend's birthday. Please note, the phone call, nor the reservation confirmation (picture attached) states that the seating is 75 minutes for the package we chose. My friend had issues with parking because the garage the restaurant recommended next door to them wasn't taking cars. I had checked in on for our 5PM reservation. The hostess at the stand asked me 4x to sit without my friend, which is odd because they confirmed writing it's my friends birthday. No regard for it and she was extremely pushy. She then says our time would be reduced as there's a turnover at 6:15PM. Once again, NO ONE told me this when I made the reservation on the phone and there's no note for it on my reservation booking they emailed me. I asked if they can switch us to 6:15PM then since my friend was running 20 minutes behind. She said no, they'd charge us a $100 cancellation fee. We weren't cancelling; I asked for a reschedule due to the direct fact that my confirmation didn't list a time slot. The DOZEN times I've gone to omakase at our usual spot (Sushi Jin) and not this cheap garbage restaurant Uka, omakase timing is generally 2 hour slots. No problem. We sat down and accepted that our time would be cut off at 6:15PM as the hostess said. During the meal, it was rushed. They were irritated at us the entire time. At the end, they served the ice cream and I literally hadn't taken a bite yet and one of the waiters comes up to us at 6:05PM and tells us we have to leave because their next batch of guests are coming in. If you're going to be strict about timing, then it can't be one sided. Is it an end time of 6:15PM or is it not? She saw we hadn't taken a bite of the dessert course yet either. Naturally, when they then slapped the bill at us, it had a minimum tip in place of 20% we then paid for gross service. And of course, no birthday aspects at all, as I did ask (understandably at an upcharge if we could have a candle or any indication of it being a birthday dinner). Thanks Uka, for ruining my friend's birthday dinner. Your service is poor. Your timing rules apply to customers, but apparently not yourself when you're literally pressuring customers off the table before the time you claim in the first place (75 minutes). Terrible service, on top of a forced gratuity when the service was not suffice to begin with. read more

So walking by and I saw this place and decided to give it a try. The price was great for a 16 items omakase! What a gem. It was easy to make a reservation and they have 2 tables. I got in the later seating. I have to say, I'm glad I saw this! Just wish my niece was here. A lot of promos I have to say. Great flavors on the fish. Fav- mushroom one, Wagyu was good. Least fav-Shrimp was slimy Great service! Would totally recommend!! SYOY! read more

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What a great little place. 16 courses for $56! And they have cash price! Woot woot! Everything was already all prepped and sliced up but everything tasted super fresh and well coordinated. Liked every bite! I couldnt taste the wasabi so I asked for more on the side. It's a very intimate setting where everyone is sat at the bar. They serve everyone at the same time fish by fish so it might take a while to finish the meal... as most omakases are done. However i do think this place can just serve the entire set at once since everything is precut already. But perhaps people want the "omakase" like experience. Came here during lunch and it was a quiet vibe. I wonder if evening is different. I want to come here with the girlies!! Wish they had one in LA. They also gave a free sake shot (or 2) mid meal... The green tea ice cream was very yummy. I left very happy read more

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Now that oyster season is wrapping up, my newest obsession is finding the most amazing Omakase experiences in the city. I swear, I wish I was inclined for cheaper hobbies, but here we all are. I heard about Uka and their incredible $56 omakase experience and signed up immediately. If you make reservations at 5 PM, you get a free bottle of sake. I'm not a huge drinker so I didn't really go there with the expectation to get a lot of sake and I assumed because I was a solo diner that I probably didn't qualify for it anyway. However, as soon as we got seated, Kyle came out with a clay bottle of the house, sake and poured some for me generously. The rest of the experience is a little bit of a tipsy blur, but let's just say the sake was pouring, and the sushi pieces were coming in one after another. We started with the house marinated salmon, which was beautifully briny and on a bed of some nice textural noodles and kelp, which I really enjoyed. The Toro topped with truffle mushrooms was absolutely divine. I'm never too crazy about the firmer cuts of fish, but even those were absolutely outstanding here. Everybody was having a really wonderful time and I deeply enjoyed talking to Kyle and Queena during service. They are such bright and wonderful young adult adults and I feel like in an establishment like this you really need that energy. Give those two a raise immediately!! I also ordered the add-on luxe piece that had Toro, wagyu, foie gras and uni. It came like a little Nori taco and was absolutely divine and totally worth the extra $25. You also get a discount if you pay in cash which I did, so if you are heading here, you should definitely take advantage of that. Thanks again for lighting up my Tuesday evening and I will definitely be back with company next time to this fantastic establishment !! read more

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Amazing place definitely come! Staff is so nice and fish is fresh! 16 courses for $56 and if you do 5pm or 8:45pm reservation you get a free bottle of sake. Really great can't wait to come back. Sean and Jason are the best read more

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So good! Amazing omakase experience with a great selection. Service was excellent. Highly recommend!!! read more

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Uka omakase is a spot that completely blew us away. From the moment we sat down, the hospitality was amazing...our waiter and chef were both so friendly, patient, and took the time to explain every single piece to us. They made the whole experience feel so welcoming and personal. What we also loved is that for an omakase spot in the city, the value is honestly incredible. A fresh 16-course omakase for around $56 is almost unheard of, especially with this level of quality. Every bite tasted incredibly fresh and literally melted in your mouth. You can really tell how much care goes into each course, and the experience felt way more high-end than the price point. Definitely a spot we'll be coming back to, we already want to try the VIP 18-course counter experience. read more

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I had a great time dining at Uka. They get very packed, but it wasn't very loud. I felt a bit rushed at the end, but the staff were all very nice nevertheless. The sushi chefs were also in such cool outfits. The food was great - everything was fresh and flavorful. They have very high reviews on Google because they give you an extra ikura piece if you rate them 5 stars. But overall I thought the experience was great and deserving of 5 stars. read more

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I came here with 2 friends on a Wednesday night and they were packed! They currently offer $56 for 16 courses, which includes 2 apps, 12 nigiri pieces, a hand roll, and a dessert. The sushi was very fresh and served in a unique way. I especially loved the otoro piece with chutoro on top (tuna on tuna!) and the salmon piece with foie gras because I just love foie gras. The wait staff was also really nice and even gave us a free shot of house sake during the meal. We also got a bottle of the lychee sake to share and it paired well with the sushi. What really impressed me was the cups they served the sake in. At the bottom of the cup was a lotus flower and it was so pretty! Such a nice touch to the overall vibe and ambience. The dessert was also a nice finish to the meal. I love black sesame and this was a kind of sherbet (so less creamier and icier than ice cream) but still very flavorful! I'd definitely come back again because it's so affordable and the fish is such good quality. - Steelhead trout appetizer - Miso soup - Sea bream - Miso cod - Mackerel(?) with yuzu - Akami (bluefin tuna) with mushroom - Chutoro with wasabi - Otoro with chutoro on top (double tuna!) - Branzino with spicy garlic - Ima aji (mackerel) with seaweed paste - Scallop with yuzu sauce - Salmon with foie gras - A5 wagyu - Unagi (eel) - Chutoro hand roll - Black sesame sherbet - Yuki Nigori lychee sake read more

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Wonderful omakase experience on a budget! We got the classic $56 15 course experience that came with a free sake bottle. All of the fish were so fresh, and the toppings add so much flavor (truffle, uni, yuzu, etc). The chef told us each dish and chatted with us a bit. Overall, quick and tasty experience! read more

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Great deal for omakase! I came when they had a deal - $56 per person, plus a free bottle of sake for every 2 guests. I was very impressed by the quality of the omakase, considering the price. They also served miso soup, an appetizer, and a dessert (black sesame ice cream) with the meal. I liked that they were not a traditional omakase; with every piece of fish they added some extra garnish or sauce to make it a unique experience. My favorite was the gindara (sablefish) with a delicious yuzu miso sauce that made it so creamy and buttery. The interior is quite large for an omakase restaurant (they have two sections). It feels warm and welcoming. read more

Food (5/5): Solid and fresh Omakase with a 16 course for $56 deal. The price is good but be aware they tack on a 25% automatic gratuity. Most of the cuts were melt in your mouth and amazing. Service (4/5): Good service and it's interesting that most of the chefs were decked out in designer clothes. The automatic 25% is a bit bothersome but the staff were helpful and we had no issues. Ambiance (5/5): Upscale decorated interior. In addition to the staff wearing designer, there were also rolex wall clocks and other overpriced flashy stuff around the restaurant. Interesting design choice but made the restaurant stand out. read more

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honestly such a good deal and every piece was so yummy!! Would highly recommend if you're ever in the area and make a reservation. My favorite pieces were the scallop, amberjack and toro. Would definitely be back again! Friendly service as well. read more

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What a bargain 16 pcs omakase for $56 in Midtown! Started with miso soup and ended with yummy matcha ice cream, so satisfying!!! The service from the two waiters was warm and quite entertaining. Such a great Sunday brunch! read more

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I left Uka Omakase feeling somewhat disappointed. While the fish itself was generally solid, several courses fell short of expectations. The miso soup was bland, the Hokkaido uni was surprisingly lacking in sweetness, and the scallop had a noticeably fishy flavor. Overall, none of the courses were particularly memorable. The service also left room for improvement. The pacing felt uneven - courses came out too quickly at the beginning of the meal, only to slow down considerably later on. In addition, the sushi chefs and staff appeared to be drinking throughout service and seemed visibly intoxicated. That said, everyone was genuinely friendly and welcoming. Overall, Uka Omakase does not meet the standard set by other affordable omakase restaurants in Manhattan. Given the experience, I would be unlikely to return. read more

I had the best experience here when I visited NY. We sat at the bar and were immediately served drinks and our first plate. It's low lit and we even made a new friend sitting at the bar! I would recommend 100% for their food quality and service. :) read more

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Man this omakase was the shit!!!! Andrew and Sammie killed it. The food was amazing and the experience was unmatched for the price. Thank you both for an unforgettable anniversary omakase read more

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As a lover of sushi I waited wayyy too long to try Omakase but so glad that for my first time I came here. I was counting down the days for this feast!! We opted for the 2 omakase dinner for 56$ a person which is a steal. It also comes with a free bottle of house sake! We arrived half hour early before they even opened but they were kind enough to let us in to stay away from the heat. Watching them set up was amazing. It truly takes a village to create such a beautiful space and give such amazing service. We were sat all the way to the back of the restaurant which I assume goes by which omakase you order. There was a larger table towards the front and I did notice a second floor so I assume it depends on which level of regular or VIP as to where you are seated. But that just makes it all the more intimate. As we were seated they served us the miso marinated salmon appetizer which was not only delicious but beautiful vibrant colors. To not repeat myself each time, all the fish and even the wagyu was just so tender you barely needed to bite. The components of each sushi completed each slice of fish. Whether it was dried rose atop the sea bream or the foie gras on the salmon everything was spectacular. And the nice little palette cleanser of the ginger kept my mouth salivating. The sushi masters craft was just so beautiful to watch. How he delicately assembled the nigiri and using his knife to gently score the fish and still keeping the integrity of it was amazing. All my respect to him for keeping it cool under pressure with all eyes on him. The sake was also sooooo good. That has to be one of the smoothest sake I've ever had. Usually it just tastes like rubbing alcohol to me but this was perfect and really had me buzzed. It also helped that the wonderful waitress was keeping our glasses topped off and did a few shots with us as well! After downing all that sushi, they end it with a nice scoop of matcha ice cream which is the perfect ending. This is truly a one of a kind experience I think everyone needs to try. Sidenote: I have no idea what the names of the fish were so just enjoy the pictures ‍ read more

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Good food and nice atmosphere Absolutely incredible! The uni was rich and buttery, the salmon roe was fresh and bursting with flavor, and the tuna was perfectly seasoned. Every bite was balanced, luxurious, and beautifully presented. Definitely one of the best dishes I've had and worth coming back for! read more

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This place has been on my tiktok for a while now but we finally got the chance to come by for our friend's birthday! They have two different bookings - VIP (18 courses) and regular which I believe is 16 courses but I think the menu is different. The VIP course is upstairs and the regular course is downstairs. The place itself is fairly spacious and the staff was super friendly and nice. They also have Hermes dishware which was a nice added touch! For sake - they have a decent list; separate by both sweet and dry sake. If you are a fan of sweet sake - I highly recommend the Yuzu one which was super tasty. The pacing was really good here and the fish was also very fresh. There was a good variety of different items - they also did not have a lot of torched items which I really liked as well. This isn't one of those omakase experience where the chief chats with you the whole time. But they did give us free shots of sake since it was our friend's birthday. Highly recommend checking out this omakase place - it is mid-tier affordable; the VIP course was $99 per person which isn't bad at all. read more

Food was 10/10. All 16 courses were fresh and delicious!! and our server Sammie was amazing!!! Took care of us the entire time and got to know us!! Highly recommend to anyone!! read more

Food 10/10 Service 10/10 Ambiance 10/10 Made a Resy Reservation for 5PM reservation for this VIP 18 course, we were seated on their 2nd floor. Lucky us it was private , just the chief and a staff member. This is probably the most reasonable priced Omakase, the fish were fresh, their sashimi selection was excellent loved their seasoned salmon sashimi and the toro pieces the most. Each nigiri was very good fish to rice ratio was perfect. The service was really something else , maybe it was due to being the only guests in the vip counter but we had a lot of fun interacting with the chief and the staff. Overall I would recommend and would definitely come back. read more

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Really great and friendly service - the ambiance and all the details in the restaurant are so well done. The plates and glassware are very pretty - note the Hermes dish ware is only for VIP hahah. The General Admission section was really loud with guests yelling and music playing but again the service is great if that's the ambiance you're looking for. I dined with 2 friends and got the $56 omakase - we also got some sake to share. It was an okay experience fish wise. Personally the eel was a little dry and the wagyu wasn't melt in your mouth, as some examples. I did like the sea bream and the sashimi appetizer as part of the courses! read more

The sushi is solid, but nothing to write home about. I question what the introverted sushi chef mumbled under his breath as to what fish was being served. Although the decor is nice, they definitely need more bathrooms as the queue gets quite long. The staff should be cognizant of that fact. I realize they are anxious to flip the tables, but giving only 1.5 hours unless you add sushi pieces to your price fixe order is ridiculous. Then they are rude to you for standing online for the restroom in back dining room, or sitting in the lobby waiting for your date who is online for the bathroom. read more

I'm always a little skeptical of restaurants that open and instantly blow up on social media, but when something is good, it's good--and Uka Omakase was fantastic. Dining without a reservation is still nearly impossible, but my party of five got lucky walking at 5pm (first dinner seating) on a Wednesday. We managed to get the only open seats, as the rest of the place was fully booked. We each ordered the classic 16-course omakase set, which included a sashimi appetizer, soup, 13 pieces of nigiri, and green tea ice cream for dessert. Every course struck the perfect balance between bold and subtle flavors. The fish ranged from salmon to toro to madai, but each piece was incredibly fresh and savory. For drinks, we ordered a bottle of the yuzu sake, which was aromatic, light, and refreshing. Service was excellent across the board, from the host to the sushi chef to the servers. We even received complimentary sake during the meal. At $56 per person, the classic 16-course set is an amazing value considering the quality and service. If you're looking for great omakase at a reasonable price, Uka can't be beat. read more

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56$ for 16 sushi courses (12 nigiri) was an absolute steal. You are seated at the sushi counter depending on what course you make your reservation for. Service was quick - we missed the names of the pieces, but we left happy. The vanilla ice cream lightly sprinkled with some tiny crunch brought the meal together at the end. The unagi nigiri was one of my personal favorites of the night. For the price, we were very happy - notably if you are looking for top tier sushi, this probably isn't the place for you. read more

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In my quest to try all the affordable omakases in the city, I found Uka omakase and was excited to try it out. Be sure to make a reservation! Our timing was full and it was right when they opened. We went during their "happy hour" timing and so got a discount on a bottle of sake. They are also very generous and offer a complimentary cup or two of their house sake to the guests. Overall, we weren't that blown away by the experience. We liked the variety of flavors and topping choices for some of the pieces. The fish also seemed decent quality. Our reservations lie in inconsistencies in the final sushi pieces that were served, and also the sizes of the pieces. I've been to a handful of budget omakase places now and this place had by far the smallest pieces. The size of the fish also had a lot of variety, even between the sizes served to our party. We had a lady next to us with a bright light who was filming and photographing all the pieces and we definitely felt that her pieces seemed a bit larger at times. In summary, Uka omakase wasn't bad but I think I would recommend other omakase places first. read more

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$56 for 16 courses? Literally the best omakase deal ever. Uka Omakase somehow does affordability without compromising on quality. My top 3 items were definitely the hand roll, the Chutoro nigiri and the Otoro nigiri. All of the items were super good and it was very well paced. 100/10 would recommend to anyone traveling to NYC p.s they also have a $38, 10-course lunch option too! read more

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Great and fast service! Delicious and fresh fish. Great for birthdays and special occasions.

First of all, I must shoutout Jade, Ken 1, and the homie Jason. They are what makes this place so special. Jason gave us some free shots despite us being Warrior fans in Knicks territory. Everything was extraordinary, I still dream about this place. My absolute favorite was the Otoro, I had never had anything like it. Honestly, everything was out of the world, Ken 1 is a master. All the chefs be cooking it up in full designer just so much aura. The ambiance was great as well. It is very dim lighting and you sit around the bar area. It furthermore elevates this experience, i was transported. This was a night I will never forget. Didn't get to grab many pics, it was just that good. read more

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I brought my friend here to celebrate her birthday and ordered the 16-course omakase. We were the first customers and arrived early, but service began exactly at 5 pm. The pacing felt a bit rushed -- we finished everything, including reorders, within an hour. Most of the fish was quite good, but the scallop had a strange off-taste that stood out. They offer two shots of sake per person, which was a nice touch. The miso soup and dessert count as two of the 16 courses, leaving 14 pieces of sushi/sashimi. Since it was a birthday, I expected a small complimentary gesture like many restaurants usually offer, so it was a bit disappointing. However, they did put a birthday candle on the dessert as requested. For $56, the 16-course omakase is pretty good in price, but the overall experience had both highlights and some areas that could be improved. read more

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$56 for 1 appetizer, 1 soup, 12 nigiri, 1 hand roll, and 1 dessert. They were also having a special deal where you get free homemade sake if you have a 5 pm or 8 pm reservation. The omakase was fresh and good quality. The salmon with foie gras was our favorite piece of the night by a mile -- it melted in my mouth! The servers were also kind and attentive. For just $56, I felt that this was an amazing omakase deal with good quality fish and would definitely come back here again! read more

This is one of the best intimate omakase experiences!!! Guided by the chef's intuition and the freshest seasonal ingredients, expect the unexpected. The omakase has some of the best ingredients-gold leaf, foie gras, and toro. Amazing service!!!! October Promo: 30% OFF any bottle when you book at 5:00 or 8:45 PM (Sun-Thurs). Offer ends Oct 31! Lunch Omakase (10 courses): $38 Classic (16 courses): $56 VIP Counter (18 courses): $99 read more

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I was visiting from out of town and stumbled upon this omakase restaurant near my hotel, so I decided to give it a try. It ended up being one of my favorite dining experiences of the entire trip. Huge thanks to Jason and Chef Steven for taking such great care of my friend and I. From the ambiance and service to the overall vibe, everything was unforgettable. This will definitely be a must-visit spot every time I'm in New York. read more

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NYC's only Hermès omakase! Serving a full VIP 18-course experience on Hermès tableware--yes, even the teapot and decor. From delicate bites to premium selections, every course felt elevated, both in taste and presentation. The attention to detail made this one stand out from your typical omakase. They also offer more affordable options, starting from $38-$56, but we tried the $99 premium and it was 100% worth it. Easily one of the best I've had in NYC! Follow me @foodie.elite on IG and Tiktok for more great finds! read more

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If you're new to omakase and don't want to necessarily ball out, Uka Omakase is a perfect entry point. We ordered the 16 course, $56 per person deal. The fish was creatively crafted-will clarify that it's actually 14 courses of fish, 1 being the miso soup and the remaining being the matcha fig dessert. They do quite a lot of torching and sauces so if you solely just want the taste of fish, this might not be for you. Wouldn't itch to come back as the location is a bit odd-next to the Roosevelt Island tramway, but have recommended to friends this spot as I'm sure the price point will hike up over time. read more

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