Sushi Zo

88 West 3rd Street | West Village | New York City



Sushi Zo opened in New York City in late 2015, expanding upon its two locations in Los Angeles. I initially didn’t have this place high on my list as a chain restaurant skeptic, but the reviews looked very good and I decided to give it a try. The verdict: Sushi Zo is one of the best, if not the best, omakase restaurants in New York City.

While the cost is hefty at $200 per person, you get what you pay for with this experience. Chef Masashi Ito brings sushi to a whole new level, with unique fish and topping pairings as well as a fantastic sushi bar atmosphere. Make sure to book a reservation in advance, and we highly recommend sitting at the sushi bar (in front of Masa-san if you can). You will leave this restaurant more than satisfied.

Sushi Zo’s head chef Masa-san preparing fish for the evening

The meal begins with a Kumamoto oyster from Washington State, live octopus from Hokkaido, Japan and yellowtail and tuna sashimi

Iced Green Tea

Homemade Nikiri (煮きり) Soy Sauce, which was commonly used during the Edo period (1603-1868) in Japan

Halibut with Yuzu (Hirame)

Albacore Tuna from Washington State

Hokkaido Scallop

Chutoro – Medium fatty tuna

Amberjack with Shishito pepper

Ocean Trout with truffle salt (looks like salmon but it’s trout)

Blowtorched Otoro – Fatty tuna

Ebi – Shrimp

Alaskan Salmon Roe

Chawanmushi with Scallop and Snow crab

Uni (Sea Urchin)

Sea Perch

Beltfish (Tachiuo)

Red Snapper

Wagyu Beef Cooked with Blowtorch (this and the crab handroll below were my favorite pieces)

Anago (Saltwater Eel)

Crab Handroll, one of my favorites from the meal. Sushi Zo is truly among the best sushi in NYC

Yuzu sorbet to finish off for dessert, capping the meal

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