Shota Omakase — all mentions

in:Yoshino or Shion 69?3 pts
replying to u/thefutureisinthepast: What didn’t you like about Yoshino? I remember feeling like that after going to 715 Sushi in LA. I never want to experience that again.
“But Shota at $195 pp is just a steal. Pieces you don't get elsewhere and chef Cheng is meticulous with his preparation.”
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in:Tsujihan copycat?1 pts
“Shota in Williamsburg did a pretty incredible rockfish broth, might be similar. The flavor was subtly fishy, a little gingery, very savory, but light.”
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in:Lunch omakase recommendations -should we try Mitani?1 pts
replying to u/outofhere29: This was a really helpful comment. Thank you! I will add Shota to the list and likely remove Odo as I'm interested in more sushi. I've been to Nakazawa in DC so would like to try something new. I'm not really concerned about cost and I think under normal circumstances would lean towards Mitani just because it is so novel. It seems like the pairings are an important part of the meal there and I just don't think I will be able to partake at lunch. I'd love to know what's on there reserve pairing list. I'm a huge fan of high end champagne, especially vintage. Having said that, I have also heard great things about Joji and it may be the better option for lunch. Unfortunately, I have separate dinner plans and then heading home in the evening. I've had Yugin on my list since opening too, but it looks like I will have to skip it this time because it's only dinner.
“I think of Shota more as a really good value option (sub-$200) for people looking for a very solid, though not necessarily top-tier, omakase experience. Shota’s sushi rice is honestly among the best I’ve had, but I felt the fish itself wasn’t quite on the same level as some of the other places”
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in:Are We at Peak Omakase Yet?24 pts
“Consistently have ranked Shota Omakase as THE place to go to for good quality/value.”
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in:LF: Omakase Recommendations (criteria in post)8 pts
“Well worth it and rice is insanely well flavored”
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in:Omakase NYC for Date Night7 pts
“At your price point : Shota, Sushi Nakazawa are michelin star places with Omakase (190$).”
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in:Manhatten NYC Omakase Advice7 pts
“Shota is just under 200$ last I checked and is legit sushi at that range”
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in:Yoshino or Shion 69?6 pts
“I personally think Shota is the best option. Noz and Noda are great too but Shota is half the price and wonderful.”
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in:Best options for first ever Omakase?5 pts
“I would pay a little more and go to Shota which is currently priced at $195.”
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in:Best chef's tasting menu experience for teens?3 pts
“If a sushi splurge, Shota hands down.”
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in:Manhatten NYC Omakase Advice3 pts
“200$ price point has Nakazawa, Shota, Noz 17 which have michelin stars.”
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in:Looking for a new or modern omakase $100-$2002 pts
“shota is really good, literally the best rice i have ever had, top 5 omakase i have had.”
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in:Michelin guide ! 2 pts
“strongly believe Shota is the best value sushi on this list.”
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in:High-end Omakase - atmosphere and ambience...2 pts
“ALWAYS my top sushi recommendation for quality omakase is Shota in Williamsburg. Noda is a bit vibier but Shota value and execution is just perfect.”
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in:Looking for a fancy $150-$300 Date Night Staple2 pts
“The place that is good for going for sushi multiple times a year. Trust me”
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in:Difference between the two options at Shota Omakase2 pts
“We went for the premium omakase (the cheaper one) instead of the gentei, and thought it was incredible.”
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in:What's the best thing you've eaten in NYC 2023?1 pts
“Shota omakase! Fairly new spot in WB, it was an incredible meal.”
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in:Best Sushi places in booths?1 pts
“If you want the best sushi, go to Shota”
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in:Visiting in a few weeks, dinner/lunch recommendations1 pts
“$195 omakase totally worth the quality. So many crappy omakase places have opened up and I rank this in my top 3”
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in:Last minute trip to NYC. Where to eat for special occasion?1 pts
replying to u/roamingaimlessli: Skip One if By Land and Ai Fiori. Don’t waste meals there Can’t say it enough: Shota Omakase is the best. Go there. I enjoyed Aska and Frevo for more under the radar michelin places. Oiji Mi is nice too. Koloman is great for slightly more casual but still nice place. Please skip those other places lol
“So so good — I’ve been lucky enough to tag along with my husband on a few business trips to Japan and Shota tastes like sushi in Tokyo.”
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in:Michelin guide ! 1 pts
“Was worth it, amazing experience”
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in:Looking for recs1 pts
“For sushi, I always recommend Shota”
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in:Best Japanese food in Brooklyn1 pts
“Shota for sushi hands down the best”
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in:Looking for Sushi Recs (Under 300$ pp)1 pts
“Sushi Amane imo is much better than both Shota and Nakazawa”
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in:Sushi omakase between $200-$300 per person1 pts
replying to u/edk5: Shota omakase and their gentei omakase which is ~$250. You will not regret it.
“Second Shota. Sake pairing is great too!”
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in:Nakazawa vs Sushi Shota1 pts
replying to u/808s-and-karma: Have you tried the normal shota omakase instead of gentei. Would you say that is worth it as well?
“Yes and it’s great, still top quality and flavors and a great value as well.”
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in:Difference between the two options at Shota Omakase1 pts
“I went with Gentei and it was spectacular”
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in:One Bite Omakase vs Omakase Osukaa?1 pts
“The best omakase in the city is Shota.”
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in:Another Omakase Question (I know, I know)1 pts
“We did Shota Omakase in Williamsburg, Brooklyn and absolutely loved our experience. Not only did they have stellar fish quality but also some of the best sushi rice I’ve had!”
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in:Best upscale a la carte sushi spots?0 pts
“Shota in Williamsburg is the best value to quality at $195/pp before tax and tip”
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in:Traveling to NYC with Girlfriend and looking to eat!! Both in college0 pts
“Shota Omakase in BK also good at that price point.”
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in:Where am I going for next omakase?0 pts
“He has incredible sushi rice (which is changed every two pieces).”
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in:Your best meals of 2024?15 pts
“Honorable mention to Shota Omakase.”
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in:Brooklyn Neighborhood of the Week: Williamsburg14 pts
“Shota Omakase opened recently and is a respectable addition to the high end sushi scene.”
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in:Best Overall Omakase14 pts
“if omakase is a must something like shota omakase, bar miller, sushi ikumi or noz 17 instead of jumping straight into sho or yoshino.”
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in:Omakases that focus on leaner fish?5 pts
“Shota is best.”
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in:LF: Omakase Recommendations (criteria in post)4 pts
replying to u/noomerz: Shota Omakase in Williamsburg just got their first Michelin star. $195 pp and 17 courses. Well worth it and rice is insanely well flavored
“Shota is amazing”
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in:Omakase Recs - Sub ~$300 pp before drinks4 pts
“Shota Omakase in Williamsburg is excellent”
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in:Nakazawa vs Sushi Shota4 pts
“Have been to both several times and would go with the gentei omakase at Shota 100%.”
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in:Are We at Peak Omakase Yet?3 pts
replying to u/roamingaimlessli: Completely agree that way too many subpar omakase NY spots have opened up over the last few years. Truly low quality and mass produced pieces marketed as a great value for under $100. I’ve tried a bunch and have yet to find one at these price points that are good. Feel like many of these owners are raking it in using low quality ingredients and marketing as good value “fresh fish”. I always sensed that all those Sushi by Bou type places jumped into the omakase train early on with good marketing and crap quality. Turned into a chain making lots of money and inspired even more to follow to do the same thing. I can’t rant about this for so long lol. Consistently have ranked Shota Omakase as THE place to go to for good quality/value. A few others at higher price points also are great might too expensive for normal dining.
“Shota is excellent, agree there”
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in:Sushi places in Brooklyn?3 pts
“Shota”
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in:Noz market vs shota omakase3 pts
“Love shota.”
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in:Restaurant recommendations for Williamsburg?3 pts
“Sushi: Shota omakase”
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in:Traditional Omakase Recommendations2 pts
“I liked Shota, which is a newer one in Brooklyn.”
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in:Sushi Nakazawa Disappointment2 pts
“Check out Jin in UES or shota in Williamsburg.”
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in:Omakase for $100-200 per person2 pts
“Shota in Williamsburg”
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in:Omakase for a Birthday Dinner - Need Help Deciding!2 pts
“Hands down the right choice would be Shota. Don’t think it over at all for next time”
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in:Beautiful restaurants like En for Christmas Eve dinner?2 pts
“If you care about the best Japanese, then Shota. Not really decorated like En but the best sushi experience.”
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in:One last meal in NYC, where?2 pts
“Just love it and am always blown away by meals there.”
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in:Please help me choose my next fine dining restaurant 2 pts
“you need some Shota and L'abeille in your life.”
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