Sushi Jin

8.5/10Japanese

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The runs about $145 to $170, and people say the holds up against spots charging twice that. It's traditional rather than showy, and the room seats around a dozen so you end up talking to the chef. The Upper East Side location is why it's cheaper and easier to book.

316 E 84th St, New YorkUpper East Side, ManhattanGoogle Maps

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  • This place was fucking amazing. One of the best meals, not just Omakase, I’ve had in NYC. Everything was super fresh and delicious.

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  • The Omakase itself was really well done. The chef was meticulous, the rice was perfectly seasoned, and the diversity of fish was great.

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  • replying to u/Laridianresistance: the highest quality omakase under 200 is without a doubt Sushi Jin to me. The location (upper east) is the main cause for the discount - its a little out of the way but Satoshi is an OG and the courses are always a little more interesting than the typical fare. If you want some real insider NYC sushi talk and an amazing atmosphere, that's the place. I went a little while ago and was eating next to a few sake importers straight from Tokyo who were here for a conference. You can get better fish for a much higher price point but the experience and omakase at Jin are the best deal in NYC right now. It's also compounded by their old school process (gotta call for a reservation), so it stays off the reservation sites as well. Just go here. Experience-wise, it was as warm and fun as some of the places where I've dropped 4 figures for two.

    I think it strikes the perfect balance of traditional while still having dishes that surprise me. Service and ambiance are great but the fish and preparations are what really stand out

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  • replying to u/Skulls25: Haven’t been but if you decide to go a different direction I’d like to suggest Sushi Jin on the UES.

    Have not been to Nakazawa but have been to Jin; sushi was excellent.

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