Exquisite omakase from a Jiro disciple. Perfected sushi flavors & textures in a reverent setting. A tough booking, but worth it.
Experience exquisite omakase at Sushi Nakazawa, where chef Daisuke Nakazawa, known from 'Jiro Dreams of Sushi,' offers exceptional quality at a more accessible price point than many of its peers.
Daisuke Nakazawa, apprentice to Jiro Ono, offers an exceptional omakase experience with perfected flavors and textures in his eponymous West Village restaurant.
This West Village gem, helmed by a disciple of Jiro Ono, offers an exquisite omakase experience. Renowned for its consistently high quality, the restaurant provides a reverent ambiance where around 20 courses of expertly prepared sushi are served. While it can be a difficult reservation, the exceptional flavors and textures make it a standout in NYC's competitive sushi scene.
Sushi Nakazawa offers a highly regarded omakase experience, with customers frequently praising the exceptional quality and preparation of its sushi. The focus is on nigiri, with around 20 courses served. While most feedback is very positive, a few diners have noted issues with rice texture or found the fish selection less inspiring than other high-end options.
"The restaurant is exclusively known for its omakase, which features around 20 pieces of nigiri sushi. A sake pairing is also frequently recommended to complement the meal."
Customers generally have a very positive sentiment towards Sushi Nakazawa, praising the high quality of the sushi and the overall experience. Some note it as a top-tier omakase destination with good value, though a few mention occasional inconsistencies or prefer other establishments.
Important Note
Some reviews suggest that while the fish quality is generally good, the rice consistency can sometimes be an issue. A few diners also feel it might be 'no frills' compared to other Michelin-starred establishments, and some find the atmosphere a bit formal or even boring.
"This user found their past experience at Sushi Nakazawa underwhelming, noting issues with seasonal fish variety and the lack of hikarimono. They recommend Noz 17 as a better alternative at a similar price point."
Negative"This Michelin-starred restaurant in NYC was identified as potentially offering halal options through a dietary filter on the Michelin Guide website."
Neutral"This individual had a negative experience with Sushi Nakazawa a few years prior, citing poor fish quality and bad service, which led them to stop patronizing the establishment."
Negative"In response to a negative experience, this user shared their positive recent visit to Sushi Nakazawa, where most pieces were excellent, with one minor issue of a bone in a piece being promptly resolved."
Positive"This commenter finds Sushi Nakazawa to be mediocre, citing inconsistent rice and pre-cut fish as issues. They suggest better alternatives in the same price range and note that the seasonal fish variety seems limited."
Negative"This user argues that Sushi Nakazawa unfairly receives negative attention and maintains that it offers great value for money, with prices that have remained stable for a decade."
Positive"The commenter reported a similar experience of subpar rice during a soft opening at Sushi Nakazawa, finding it unacceptable."
Negative"This diner found the fish selection at Sushi Nakazawa to be uninspiring compared to West Coast options. The experience was further marred by staff inaction regarding a disruptive, intoxicated patron."
Negative"The commenter experienced gummy and tacky rice at Sushi Nakazawa, which was surprising given the assumed quality control for sushi rice. While the fish quality was good, the rice detracted from the overall meal."
Negative"The commenter believes Sushi Nakazawa receives undue criticism and emphasizes that it remains a high-quality and reasonably priced option."
Positive"Despite criticism, this commenter considers Sushi Nakazawa their favorite omakase in NYC, highlighting its excellent value for quality and rating it as a top choice for celebratory dinners. They also appreciate the unique tea menu."
Positive"This user agrees with Sushi Nakazawa's consistent quality, describing it as dependable for business events and noting their enjoyable sake tasting events."
Positive"Sushi Nakazawa was recommended as a top-tier option for omakase, suitable for a special solo treat on Valentine's Day."
Positive"Sushi Nakazawa was recommended as a relatively accessible Michelin-starred omakase experience, priced at $190 before tax and tip, making it a high-end but potentially worthwhile option for experiencing chef's choice sushi."
Positive"This commenter mentions Nakazawa as a notable exception ('still bis tho') in the saturated NYC omakase market, implying it remains a high-quality establishment despite the abundance of other options."
Positive"Sushi Nakazawa is a Michelin one-star omakase at $190, offering 21 pieces of nigiri and a good value compared to Sushi Lin. The commenter prefers Nakazawa due to its superior fish quality, creativity in ingredients, and educational aspect where the origin of each piece is discussed."
Positive"This user directly advises against going to Nakazawa, stating that it will disappoint."
Negative"They elaborate that Nakazawa provides a good value for its price point, offering more courses and detailed information about the fish. While not served by Nakazawa himself, the service is from experienced staff. They describe it as a 'no frills' Michelin sushi experience, highlighting that lower price points significantly drop quality and higher ones are considerably more expensive."
Neutral"The commenter chose Shota over Nakazawa to recreate an omakase experience similar to Japan, which included small plates, soup, nigiri, and dessert, rather than just nigiri."
Neutral"This user found Nakazawa to be decent quality but overly crowded, feeling like an assembly line rather than an intimate sushi bar experience. They consider it a step down from other mid-range options."
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