While it may seem like there’s a new sushi spot on every street corner, there are few places offering premium omakase behind an espresso bar or at the bottom of a 93-story skyscraper.
Japanese restaurants are continuously pushing the boundaries of a traditional omakase meal, allowing patrons to enjoy fatty tuna and uni in the comfort of a hotel suite or even their own homes.
See Also: The Best Sushi In NYC, From Omakase To A La Carte
The dining atmosphere has become increasingly as important as the food itself, resulting in a new era of culinary experiences.
In light of this trend, we’ve rounded up ten never-before-seen omakase experiences in NYC, from hidden basements to BYOB.
Because after all, doesn’t salmon nigiri topped with caviar taste better when you’re indulging in a 1920s-themed speakeasy?
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71-26 Roosevelt Ave, Queens
Atmosphere: Rowdy, party vibes!
Favorite Dish: Eel toro handroll (comes with a sparkler!)
Price: $89 for 15 pieces of nigiri
What Makes It Unique: All-you-can-drink sake
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774 Amsterdam Ave, Manhattan/Website
Atmosphere: Whatever you want it to be!
Favorite Dish: Toro flight
Price: Varies
What Makes It Unique: Premium omakase experience in the comfort of your own home/apartment
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127 MacDougal St, Manhattan/Website
Atmosphere: Tiny Izakaya that pays homage “to the jewel boxes of vinyl in Japan”
Favorite Dish: Caviar sandwich and Togarishi popcorn
Price: $65
What Makes It Unique: They serve a slice of pizza at the end so you actually leave full!
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348 Bowery, Manhattan/Website
Atmosphere: Casual kiosk at Bowery market
Favorite Dish: Wagyu Uni
Price: $58 for 12 pieces
What Makes It Unique: In and out in 30 minutes
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32 E 32nd St, Manhattan/Website
Atmosphere: Intimate four-seat sushi bar
Favorite Dish: Ikura and uni bowl
Price: $149 for 17 courses
What Makes It Unique: Old hotel room in 3232 converted into a restaurant
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232 7th Ave, Manhattan/Website
Atmosphere: Roaring ‘20s themed
Favorite Dish: Big Mac (wagyu, scallop, o-toro, uni)
Price: $50 for 12 pieces
What Makes It Unique: Hidden behind an espresso bar
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1 Vanderbilt Ave, Manhattan
Atmosphere: Elegant sushi den
Favorite Dish: Amadai caviar
Price: $375 for five appetizers, 14 pieces of nigiri, and dessert
What Makes It Unique: Hidden below Grand Central
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18 9th Ave, Manhattan/Website
Atmosphere: Refined sushi counter with skyline views
Favorite Dish: Hotate uni truffle
Price: $135 for 12 courses, $175 for 15 courses
What Makes It Unique: On the rooftop of the Gansevoort hotel
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151 Allen St, Manhattan/Website
Atmosphere: Traditional sushi counter
Favorite Dish: Spicy salmon with black caviar
Price: $78 for 12 pieces of nigiri and a handroll
What Makes It Unique: BYOB
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151 Loisaida Ave, Manhattan/Website
Atmosphere: Vinyl-inspired speakeasy
Favorite Dish: Spicy scallop roll
Price: $80 for chefs selection of nigiri
What Makes It Unique: Above Nublu jazz club
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