Underrated sushi spot w/ seasonal fish & excellent rice.
For an authentic Japanese sushi experience that won't break the bank, look no further than this Union Square gem. Patrons rave about the
This Japanese restaurant is highly recommended for its sushi and omakase offerings. Diners consistently praise the "nice variety of seasonal fish" and the "excellent rice." Dishes like marinated ikura and scallop with shiso have been specifically called out as amazing.
"Standout dishes include the marinated ikura and scallop with shiso. The seasonal fish selection and the quality of the rice are also frequently praised."
Customers generally have a very positive sentiment towards this restaurant, frequently praising the quality of the fish and rice, and the overall value for an omakase experience.
Important Note
While generally allowing special occasion bottles, the restaurant typically does not permit BYOB due to having its own liquor license.
"Sushi Dairo is suggested for its excellent omakase if the Union Square area is acceptable."
Positive"This user identifies Sushi Dairo as one of their go-to restaurants."
Positive"This user described Sushi Dairo as a great hidden gem, noting its low-key atmosphere and high-quality fish at a reasonable price."
Positive"This user expressed strong positive sentiment towards Chef Taka at Sushi Dairo, calling him the best."
Positive"Replying to a recommendation request, this user praised Nakazawa, Sushi Kaito, and Shuko as favorite omakase restaurants, with Nakazawa being their top choice."
Positive"In response to a question about mediocre omakase places, this user declined to name specific restaurants but recommended Sushi Dairo, emphasizing a positive experience."
Positive"Responding to a question about BYOB, this user stated that Sushi Dairo generally does not allow it due to having a liquor license, but may permit special occasion bottles."
Neutral"This user expressed a desire to visit Sushi Dairo."
Neutral"This user described Sushi Dairo as one of their favorite sushi spots in the city, appreciating its small and unpretentious atmosphere."
Positive"This user disagreed that a previous comment sounded like AI, noting it lacked the typical enthusiasm and sentence structure often found in AI-generated text."
Neutral"This user commented that a previous comment did not read like AI, suggesting it was written with typical enthusiasm and sentence structure."
Neutral"This user found Sushi Dairo to be very good for its price point and noted that it's surprisingly not discussed often on the forum."
Positive"The user considers Sushi Dairo their favorite regular sushi place, highlighting the marinated ikura and scallop with shiso as amazing options, even though they are no longer part of the omakase menu."
Positive"Sushi Dairo is mentioned as a good option for value in omakase."
Positive"This commenter recommended Sushi Dairo for its $95 omakase, describing the food as really good."
Positive"This user confirmed they went to Omakase Sushi Dairo and found it to be great, thanking the recommender."
Positive"Omakase Sushi Dairo is recommended for its great quality fish and offers table seating with an a la carte menu."
Positive"Sushi Dairo was praised as a local omakase spot offering a "nice variety of seasonal fish" and "excellent rice" at a "moderately priced" rate."
Positive"Sushi Dairo is recommended for sushi and is considered underrated."
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