Authentic Japanese Sushi right here in Brooklyn! Impressive. Brooklyn officially has everything. Much less than the plane ticket to Kyoto! read more

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Very good sushi omakase for $70. Great quality well seasoned fish. The tuna, salmon, mackerel, and scallop were all excellent. The uni that was included was from Maine and was good, but had to order a. Extra piece to get the Japanese Uni, which is sooo amazing, just wish it was included in the Omakase. Really great service, more casual and relaxed then most nice sushi restaurants. Definitely will be going back. read more

This place is a hidden gemmmmmm, high quality and low price, it's a shame i didnt find this place earlier

First time I've ever had omakase and was very happy with what was served. Went with a couple friends who are more experienced sushi eaters and they loved the omakase as it was an excellent blend of fresh/quality/flavor and price. Hard to beat the prices here for what you get. It's a little east of where people may venture for sushi but it's well worth it even if the sushi came to the table a little slow (didn't sit at the bar). Will definitely be coming here a lot as my default sushi place. read more

really bummed I have to write this review. The server... weird, not helpful, awkward as fuck! my knowledge of Japanese cuisine and culture is far superior to this server; the fact this person was speaking down to me as though it was my first time eating sushi on Nostrand Ave is incredible. Black people eat sushi, we speak languages, we travel, we are here! so please wake up and elevate your service. The lighting... come on! TOO BRIGHT! No alcohol. BYOB apparently isn't an option here. The menu... slim pickings, mediocre at best. Good night. read more

My new favorite sushi spot! The fish here is fresh and the service is great. Just a walk down the block in my neighborhood, I'm excited to see a high quality sushi restaurant in Crown Heights. My husband and I went for date night and sat at the bar. The apt is small but clean and the service is superb! Very attentive! Not a lot of options for alcohol at the moment but that was fine. We shared the chef's special which included a starter, ten pieces of sushi, tuna hand rolls, and a miso soup. We also added the tuna and scallion rolls. The tuna here is delicious! Fresh and buttery. Unlike my experience at too many sushi restaurants where the sushi tastes the same and lacks flavor, the sushi rice has flavor and the sushi is brushed lightly with soy sauce. The starter included a delicious oyster in a a lime, fish sauce-like dressing, two pieces of fish, one that was lightly fried. The tuna belly, tuna and scallions and tuna hand roll were my favorites! The tuna here is so good! It just melts in your mouth. For dessert we had the red bean mochi strawberry. The mochi skin was thin which I liked but there was a tad too much red bean but it was still a really nice end to a great meal. We'll be back frequently! read more

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Wow, absolutely amazing! What a find!! Had the Omakase and this is now going to be our favorite sushi place. Super fresh and delicately prepared sushi. All flown in from Japan daily and cured to perfection. Hence, pricey for a neighborhood joint. But oh my god, WAY above your average sushi place and well worth the price. The chef was super attentive to the point where he noticed that I was left handed when I picked up my first piece and changed the direction of how he placed each sushi piece on my plate after that. Knowing that we might have to bring our kid next time, we asked about some kid friendly options and our chef (Atsuomi Hotta) said he'd be happy to accommodate any kid friendly orders including some simple rolls that are not on the menu. Overall, its more of a date night kind of place, too pricy for eating out with kids, but definitely worth the money in terms of superb value. read more

This is the best sushi restaurant in bed-stuy hands down. I kept it simple tonight and ordered the ebi, Kumamoto oyster and grilled cod with miso. The sushi was amazing. The oyster was outstanding. The cod and miso is perhaps the best I've had. This will be my first choice when craving sushi in bed-stuy. read more

Love love love sushi and have tried so many places both in US and in Japan, but Uotora is still one of the BEST and my biggest favorite. Even when I came back from japan after I had good sushi everyday for a month, sushi at Uotora offers something simple, authentic yet unique. Every time I come here, I find new fish name-- it's crazy. It is better than most of the high end sushi restaurants in New York, and is as good as those that are rated as "the best sushi in New York " at 1/2-1/3 of the price. I also love how the counter is cozy and nothing snobby about regardless of their best quality sushi. One drawback is that they don't have liquor license yet-- however i actually like it now because you really get to fully enjoy the taste of each 'Neta' being sober. read more

Amazing quality and authentic sushi. Crown Heights hidden gem! Reasonably priced. Calm ambience that lets you enjoy a well prepared meal.

I had this place bookmarked for a awhile because it is definitely the only on of its kind in the area. I very much enjoyed how closed off the ambiance is from the outside. Its quaint in a way that it could be a good date spot. On to the food; we started (me and wifey) with a tuna roll what was so good because the tuna tasted very fresh and was probably made 10 seconds before we ate it. As for the main course, we did not enjoy the salmon because it did not taste as fresh as the tuna had, in fact it tasted quite old, maybe it wad the way it was cooked? The grilled cod was good and we enjoyed it but then again Cod is not my fish of choice. There are not too many options and for the price, the portions are very very very small. If it isn't clear, the grilled cod was about $18-20, and it was probably 1/4 of the fish...I'll assume the fish was just small. It was a nice experience but I don't believe I'll be returning to this place. read more

Uotora - Grilled Salmon/ Grilled Cod - Japanese Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Beautiful and authentic sushi restaurant. This just opened and is already a hit. Freshest sushi for miles (if not in all of Brooklyn), incredible customer service, and beautiful decor. We did Omakase and the sushi chef was incredibly talented and kind. They also offer a regular menu as well. Omakase included 13 pieces of fish, many different types of I haven't had before (Red snapper, Japanese barricuda, Shemeji, Tuna from Spain), 1 hand roll, and a miso soup. The rice was out of this world. THE RICE! We were stuffed by the end. It's like a better, classier Sugarfish. I'd say it's even better sushi than En in the west village. They should be getting their liquor license soon too! It's a beautiful little gem! read more

I went to visit Brooklyn a few days ago. When I went in, I was pleasantly surprised. The service was pretty good, the restaurant looked good, and most all all, the food was good at a reasonable price. I totally recommend coming to this restaurant. read more

Very wonderful night with great food I have been to famous Japanese restaurant on manhattan none of my previous ones have a better taste than Uotora Omasaki is great! After here I won't eat sushi at random places any more read more

Everyone at this resturaunt is amazingly friendly and helpful, but probably more importantly is the fact that the food is amazing. I highly recommend the omakase. This isn't the place to get spicy tuna with spicy mayo, but if you want authentic sushi and fabulous service this is 100% the place to go. read more

This was easily the best sushi I've ever had. I don't care what part of the city you're in, you have to make it a point to travel here. Every piece melts in your mouth with the omakase, but tbh you can get by with the regular rolls too. Astonishing mastery, I'll definitely be back! read more

I love this place, not your average Japanese restaurant. Great food and services. You pay for the quality not the portion of the food.

This is the best sushi in Brooklyn. Hands down. So fresh. Definitely will be coming back. Frequently.

Fantastic omakase! This neighborhood has been in dire need of a solid sushi place and it has been worth the wait! Fresh delicious fish. Creative preparation. Very nice service and not too expensive. They don't have a liquor license yet, so that's the only bummer but they should have one soon and you can get a drink after at King Tai until then! read more

Some of the best sushi omikase I have ever had. Staff is great and knowledgeable. This is my third time in as many weeks and I look forward to coming back each time. read more

I went with my wife for our anniversary to have the Omakase at the sushi bar. It was among the best sushi I've ever had in the USA. The chef told us what everything was, and where it was sourced from. The ambience is cozy, with incandescent bulbs, and light wood surfaces. The Omakase was comprised of many varieties of white fish (madai, snapper, mackerel, shima aji), as well as some chu toro, and may other delicious items as well. The rice had the perfect texture for sushi rice, and the nigiri pieces were served at the perfect temperature. For anyone looking for an excellent sushi dinner, you won't be disappointed. read more

Simple. Perfectly prepared high level fish and rice that highlight that sushi is a rice dish. Regardless of location or price one of the finest sushi restaurants you'll ever dine at. Run don't walk to this gem. read more

New sushi spot -- excellent, super fresh -- sit at the counter for an amazing omakase experience!

This place is AMAZING. We went for the omakase and left extremely satisfied and happy. It was much more food than I was expecting and for a cheaper price than other places, a win win combination. Also this was hands down the best sushi I've ever had the privilege of eating. Not only that, the service was excellent too! I will definitely be back for more! nomnmnom. read more

This place is BOMB. Real deal sushi bar. Very nondescript. You won't be disappointed.

love this new place and hope nobody else comes so I don't have to wait. Ive been waiting for a killer sushi place to open up in my hood. This isn't a crazy roll place, although I like those too ..more of a high quality and variety of fish place The fish is sooo fresh and unique- I haven't heard of 2/3 of what's offered. The twist on the tamago is very special, just order it . Sit up at the bar and ask the excellent sushi chefs to explain what things are and what you should order. If they have the ocean trout, you're in luck. the chef prepares each sushi piece with a swab of wasabi and soy. I had to request soy sauce, they don't give it to you. ** be aware they are still waiting for their liquor license and don't have BYOB yet. so.. Im gonna keep going before it gets impossible to get in. read more

Excellent value!! Quality rivals any of the $$$$ sushi counters in Manhattan but for $70, wow! Service is sober but very pleasant. Sake list is amazing. Sushi selection is all top shelf. Great special occasion spot. read more

Grilled salmon melts in mouth. Omakase recommended. Overall the sushi make is well worthy of the reasonable price it has. The green tea mochi in the dessert menu also washes down the grizzly oily feeling of the sashimi. read more

I consider myself a very serious sushi aficionado. My "habit" and need to know more about sushi was so great in its beginnings, I even worked in a sushi restaurant for two years. I don't go in for rolls, crazy rolls or any of that Americanized garbage. I go for the freshest cuts of fish with the perfect temperature rice. And if you do too, then you ABSOLUTELY will not be disappointed. - I do not say this lightly - Uotora serves probably the finest sushi I've had outside of Japan. The chefs here (both from Tokyo) have been working in the finest New York sushi restaurants for over 20 years before deciding to open their own place. In that time they developed personal relationships with all the top fishmongers in the city and therefore receive the freshest catches of the day. They do all their own marinating of the fish in house. I recommend for your first visit sitting at the sushi bar for their omakase experience of the day's freshest fish. These gentlemen are true masters at their craft. read more

This is a little Brooklyn gem! Amazing sushi that is delicately and artfully prepared and served. The fish has a freshness and flavor that makes you want to keep going back. Every dish is prepared with same careful skill as each piece of sushi. A truly memorable sushi experience. read more

Fantastic (and affordable) omakase with an amazing variety of fish along with great conversation with the chef. Doesn't hurt that it's only a few blocks away either. So glad this opened up in the neighborhood- we'll be back! read more

Wow. I never write reviews but this place is AMAZING! I took my husband who grew up in Tokyo here for his bday. We had the omakase and sat at the bar. Each piece was carefully crafted, simple, delicate, but was really about bringing out the best in the fish. The decor is simple, clean and intimate. The chef was friendly and kind. This is definitely our go to date spot from now on. So happy it is in the neighborhood. read more

Wonderful food and service. Great addition to the neighborhood. Omakase at the counter was delicious and affordable.

Just moved into the hood and found this brilliant new restaurant that just opened up. Some of the freshest fish I've tasted, keen modern decor and nicest staff. A cut above most places in the city- highly recommend this. read more

Great omakase! Highly recommend reserving a seat at the bar so you can watch the chefs and hear about each piece - flown in from around the world- as they are placed on your plate. A hidden gem in crown heights that won't stay hidden for long! read more

Excellent fish and great experience. Anybody who has been to Japan will immediately recognize the authenticity of this place. Highly recommend - a real treat for the nabe. read more

Delicious. Savored every bite. Earnest suggestion - just order the omakase menu and enjoy. The quality was great and everything was carefully prepared. read more

This will probably become the best sushi place in Brooklyn. Definitely try the omakase menu. Worth your time and money.

Our first time tonight and will definitely be back. We had the deluxe sushi which was uniformly excellent -- even the fish I don't normally like (looking at you, fluke). All of the fish seemed extremely fresh. Even the salmon, which at first looked a little pale (ie farmed), was very flavorful. We also had a green salad and miso soup, both of which were excellent. Everything was, in some way I can't put my finger on, just a little bit better than most other Japanese places I've been to recently in BK and Manhattan, and certainly at this price. The miso had a little more richness, the salad was topped with super fresh greens ... basically, they put a little more effort into every last detail than most places. One of the servers was a little uncertain about some of the details of the menu but they're in "soft opening" mode so that makes sense. read more

It's all about the fish. Fresh, tender, delicious. Perfectly sized and seasoned sushi rice. Huge variety of fish flown in directly from Japan for the omakase option. Really authentic menu and setting. Sit at the new beautifully crafted counter and watch the chef at work. Make sure to get the ichigo daifuku for dessert--freshly made mochi wrapped around fresh strawberry and sweet red bean paste. Have it with the roasted green tea. I've only ever had it this good in Japan. Just three weeks old. Call to see if they have their liquor license yet or ask if you can byob. read more