Value-driven Japanese omakase w/ fresh, high-quality ingredients for ~$75. Consistently praised.
This Japanese spot is a top choice for an accessible omakase experience, offering a 13-course meal for around $75. Reviewers consistently praise the freshness and quality of the ingredients, with many noting it as a superior option for its price point.
The primary draw is the omakase experience, which offers a 13-course meal typically around $75. The dishes are consistently described as 'fat and fresh,' with highlights including various nigiri like shrimp and beef with caviar, as well as uni preparations. It's widely considered a superior value compared to other omakase options in the city.
"The $75 omakase menu, featuring 13 courses, is highly recommended for its fresh and high-quality ingredients, including various nigiri and uni preparations."
Customers are overwhelmingly positive, frequently recommending this restaurant for its exceptional value and high-quality omakase experience.
Important Note
One user mentioned a one-hour seating limit, suggesting a follow-up at a bar for a more extended celebration.
"Suggests 13 Water as a good next step for omakase, with Yoshino as a more expensive future option."
Positive"Thirteen Water in the East Village is highly recommended for its food. However, due to its one-hour seating limit, it's suggested to follow up with a bar for a more complete birthday celebration."
Positive"The user recommends Thirteen Water over Shinn East, stating it has the same owners but is more creative and better. It's located in the East Village and requires reservations."
Positive"Thirteen Water is recommended as a good option for omakase that won't break the budget, suggesting it as a way to broaden a son's horizons regarding sushi."
Positive"Thirteen Water is suggested as a place that offers serviceable omakase for around $65, which could be a good experience."
Positive"13 Water is suggested as a lower-priced omakase option that provides good service and a great experience."
Positive"The user states that Thirteen Water delivers more consistent returns on investment compared to Kazumi Omakase, indicating a reliable and satisfying experience."
Positive"The author felt Thirteen Water was better than Kazumi Omakase, implying a very positive and consistently good overall experience."
Positive"Thirteen Water is recommended for sushi in the East Village."
Positive"Commenter 'The_CerealDefense' expressed a strong preference for Thirteen Water, stating they would 'definitely do Thirteen water again' over Sanyuu West or Shinn East. This was part of a recommendation for omakase options."
Positive"The original poster, 'drzoidburger', reaffirmed their positive experience at Thirteen Water in a reply, stating they 'really loved almost everything there'. This supported their earlier positive comment about the restaurant."
Positive"Commenter 'surfz' stated that Thirteen Water was the best tasting omakase among Thirteen Water, Sanyuu West, and Shinn East. This was in response to a query about good value omakase spots."
Positive"The original poster, 'drzoidburger', stated in their post that they found Thirteen Water to be an excellent omakase experience. They were comparing it to other omakase options while looking for a new place for a friend."
Positive"The author lists Thirteen Water as one of their omakase recommendations."
Neutral"In reply to a recommendation for Thirteen Water, this author asserts that one won’t find better quality or portion size for the price in NYC."
Positive"The author includes Thirteen Water in their list of recommendations for affordable omakase."
Neutral"The author concisely recommends Thirteen Water as an option for affordable omakase."
Positive"A user briefly recommends 13 Water (Thirteen Water) as a sushi option in the East Village."
Positive"Mentions needing to try Thirteen Water again, stating they loved it the one time they visited. This reinforces the original post's positive mention of the restaurant."
Positive"A user recommends Thirteen Water for a great omakase experience priced at $75, suitable for someone looking for sushi in the East Village."
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