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Japanese Restaurant and Sushi Restaurant$$$$
Union Square, New York
Has a stamp of approval from Michelin Travel & Lifestyle and GQ Magazine
"Also see Sushi Azabu (still the best omakase in Manhattan, IMO)"(38 Tips)
"sushi omakase lunch and split the tuna flight two ways."(6 Tips)
"Get the seasonal omakase - the toro & uni flight was amazing."(4 Tips)
"High-end Japanese in a serene setting with very good soba noodles."(14 Tips)
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Chefs FeedAugust 2, 2016Walk in, sit at the counter instead of the dining room at this elegant Japanese restaurant near Union Square. Let Masa, the chef, do his thing. Go by yourself, so you can really focus on the food. Read more
Rachel Wang PangNovember 10, 2015This is my go to sushi place in the city, I love the fresh wasabi, all the different type of fish you can choose from and taste of uni was just amazing
The Corcoran GroupJuly 9, 2013A great place to order the omakase while sitting at the sushi bar to get a little bit of everything. It's not cheap, but it's well worth it.
Village VoiceMay 6, 2013Yes this place is crazy expensive, but the quality of the sushi ranks in the top 5 in the city. The weekday lunch special allows even the most common of us to sample their fare (in small quantities..)
Halstead PropertyJuly 11, 2013Order the Botanebi (sweet shrimp), and you are guaranteed to come back. Not only can you taste the freshness and quality in the shrimp, but it’s that sweetness that makes it stand out from the rest.
Caroline SchulweisMarch 17, 2015Great for a fancy, authentic Japanese meal. Enjoyed the sushi omakase, Uni flight, and fresh soba with ikura, uni, and caviar
The Food SlutsAugust 21, 2012Awesome sushi and soba. The omakase menu is supposed to be excellent, too. We didn't love the more traditional, western items, including the cherry wood smoked duck ($32 ). Read more
DailyCandyFebruary 14, 2014At 15 East, the sushi is as clean-cut as the sleek, white interior. Try the omakase (“I’ll leave it to you”), for ten pieces of chef-selected sashimi. Tuna fiends can delight in a flight.
Tasting TableAugust 5, 2014Cold soba with salmon roe: The firm, chewy buckwheat noodles arrive in a pool of umami-rich broth with a touch of fresh wasabi and spring onions. Splurge on giant pearls of salmon roe. Read more
CCDecember 3, 2013Do the omokase if possible. Also they have great yellowtail sashimi plate. Surprise dish: lobster uni risotto - must try. SO buttery and creamy and the uni really shined through.
Neha KulkarniAugust 23, 2013Get the sushi omakase and make sure the shrimp and king salmon are in the mix. End on the yuzu soufflé...will leave you feeling satisfied and refreshed!- Casey SchoonoverNovember 17, 2014Best sushi I've had in NYC! Ordered the sushi omakase lunch and split the tuna flight two ways. Sit at the sushi bar for the best experience.
Vic ZaudNovember 13, 2014Amazing sushi - some of the best in NYC. Also try the hot soba. Love the duck soba.
Michel POctober 27, 2013I discover 15East last year in it was one of my favorite in NYC. One year later they lost creativity, the service became usual... Just the price doesn't change! What happened 15east ?
Time Out New YorkJune 4, 2013Masato Shimizu employs first-rate seafood flown in from Japan, deftly molding lightly torched golden-eye snapper or luscious soy-lacquered cherry salmon on beds of loose toothsome grains. Read more
Shelley ChenOctober 16, 2014Take an uni journey here: 3 kinds of uni flight, uni risotto, and soba topped with uni. 💕
- Time Out New YorkJune 4, 2013The room, designed by architect Richard Bloch (Masa), feels like a sanctuary, and the food (fittingly) has a near-religious following among raw fish fanatics. Read more
Jessica LinAugust 5, 2013Great sushi, great service, yada yada yada, but the best part is the Very Handsome Asian Man who will explain your alcohol choices in great detail
Michelin Travel & LifestyleDecember 2, 2013The omakase focuses on sushi and sashimi of high quality, like tender octopus, creamy toro, & seared isaki (grunt fish). – Green Guide Editor
Sherry LiMarch 18, 2015Very good high end sushi. Slightly over priced. Good tuna and if they have fresh uni, that's a must have.
Steven YApril 7, 2013Bring a date and get the sashimi omakase each, then split a tuna flight, a bowl of housemade soba noodles and the kabocha creme caramel
- RFebruary 18, 2013Pretty solid. Their lunch omakase is a spectacular value. Also see Sushi Azabu (still the best omakase in Manhattan, IMO)
The best omakase lunch! Sit at the sushi bar and their uni is amazing. One of my favorite restaurants in nyc
Roger SchonfeldAugust 23, 2014As someone who doesn't love octopus, I can truly say that this octopus is transformative. Sit at the bar.
Shindy COctober 5, 2013Some of the best sushi in the city. Intimate, cool environment, top-notch service, and wonderful sake menu.- Village VoiceSeptember 12, 2013Indulge in Master Chef Masato Shimizu's stunning seafood and try the seasonal spiny lobster tasting.
Jackie LuoJuly 26, 2012The tasting menu is good (but expensive for students at $120 per person), and the fish is very, very fresh. Also, the service is fantastic!
Matty CitoMay 10, 2015Amazing fish and service seriously. what do u think I can say that's different from the other reviews. Do it
Just JaxJanuary 9, 2014Call in advance to reserve at the sushi bar; amazing experience. Also, best omakase I've ever had.
⠀January 4, 2015My birthday dinner. I still prefer Brushstroke when it comes to Japanese restaurants.
anyone that knows me knows this is my all-time favorite sushi spot. never a bad dining experience here.
DanwenJanuary 26, 20147 course tasting menu. Subbed the salmon for the lobster uni risotto. Life changing.
Nilo AlmeidaMarch 13, 2012The omakase is great and inexpensive at USD 55.00. Order a good sake and be sure to enjoy at the sushi bar.
Nick 🍾 FarinaJuly 27, 2012The Omakase is one of the best I've had in the city thus far. Also, great sea urchin.
Peter YangAugust 3, 2011Amazing fish quality- def go omakase at the bar and try the octopus that the chef massages... it's like Kobe style.
Christine BeJune 1, 2010Have the most exquisite omakase presented to you piece by piece from executive chef Masato Shimizu. Realize you both have met before through your ex-boyfriend. Small world!
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The sushi bar and collaborates with the kitchen to bring the customers at15 East traditional Japanese cuisine with a modern perspective.
Open until 10:30 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Fri
- Noon–10:30 PM
- Sat
- Noon–11:00 PM
- Sun
- 5:00 PM–9:00 PM
(212) 647-1515
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Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Outdoor Seating
No
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
Music
No
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