Michelin-starred omakase from a Jiro apprentice. Offers exceptionally high-quality sushi at a more accessible price point.
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.
Sushi Nakazawa, helmed by Daisuke Nakazawa of "Jiro Dreams of Sushi" fame, provides an exceptional omakase experience in the West Village. Diners can expect around 20 courses of impeccably prepared sushi, with highlights like fatty tuna and uni. The restaurant offers a refined yet accessible fine dining experience, making it a standout for special occasions or discerning palates.
Sushi Nakazawa offers an omakase-only experience, focusing on high-quality, flavorful fish with perfectly seasoned rice. Dishes like the fatty tuna handroll and uni are frequently highlighted. While overwhelmingly positive, a few comments suggest a slight decline in quality or a less impressive experience compared to newer, similarly priced establishments.
"The fatty tuna handroll and uni are frequently praised. The sake pairing is also noted as being worth the cost."
Customers generally have a very positive experience at Sushi Nakazawa, praising the high-quality sushi and exceptional service. While some mention it's a splurge, the overall consensus is that the omakase experience is worth the price.
Important Note
Some diners feel the restaurant has slightly declined in quality or that newer establishments offer comparable experiences for less money. One review mentioned a fishy smell, and another had a negative experience with a frozen piece of fish early in the restaurant's history.
"Nakazawa is suggested as a high-end Japanese sushi restaurant in the West Village that still offers fair pricing for its quality."
Positive"This commenter personally prefers Nakazawa among the mentioned options, though they also note Noz 17 and Noz Market as good choices."
Positive"The commenter had a negative experience at Nakazawa when it first opened, being served a piece of fish that was literally frozen."
Negative"Nakazawa is considered a joke of a restaurant, with a negative reputation and many disappointed customers."
Negative"Nakazawa is described as a longer, more expensive, and nigiri-focused experience compared to Noz Market."
Negative"The user mentioned Sushi Nakazawa as a fine dining option for a visit to NYC to see a band. The restaurant is described as a two- to three-hour affair costing $200-$300."
Neutral"Sushi Nakazawa provided the best omakase experience of the author's life."
Positive"Sushi Nakazawa is recommended as one of the best one-star Michelin restaurants, and a $100 gift card would cover most of the dining expenses."
Positive"A commenter provided a strong endorsement for Nakazawa as a consistently reliable omakase choice."
Positive"A commenter noted Nakazawa offers a 20-course nigiri-only omakase for $195, including lunch. They defended it against mixed reviews, suggesting negative feedback often comes from unfair comparisons to much more expensive restaurants, implying good value."
Positive"The commenter highly recommends Nakazawa for a birthday celebration, noting its Michelin star and upscale experience. They describe the sushi as amazing, high-quality, and consisting of pretty standard pieces."
Positive"Nakazawa was included in a list of recommended sushi spots."
Positive"The user and his 14-year-old son had a blast at Sushi Nakazawa for the user's birthday, enjoying the tea selection and sushi, as well as add-ons. It was a highly positive experience for both."
Positive"This user clarified that Sushi Nakazawa's ranking on the list does not mean it's 'the best restaurant in NYC', but rather that it's serving great food and doing something special."
Neutral"A solo lunch at the main counter of Sushi Nakazawa was a great experience, and it's noted that many solo diners frequent the establishment."
Positive"For Sushi Nakazawa, the lounge counter looked more enjoyable than the regular counter or dining room. It is one of the few good sushi spots in NYC that offers lunch at relatively good pricing."
Positive"The OP, 'Yin4TheWin', finds Nakazawa's current quality and experience less appealing than Mitsu's, citing a trendy atmosphere, a perceived decline in quality since its opening (noting a Pete Wells rating drop), and a business-oriented approach. While acknowledging its relative value might have improved, they express indifference to its potential closure and believe Mitsu offers better quality."
Negative"The commenter believes Nakazawa is often unfairly criticized by sushi snobs, stating it offers 20 pieces for $190 and is significantly better than typical $150 omakase options."
Positive"The commenter 'Yin4TheWin' provides a factual update that Nakazawa's counter omakase is now priced at $190."
Neutral"Commenter 'billychasen' recalled that Nakazawa was previously priced around $120, suggesting it was a 'sweet spot' for omakase value at that time. This was mentioned in the context of discussing affordable but solid omakase options."
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