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Mikado, located on 14th Street in Union Square, is lauded for having one of the best sushi happy hours in New York City. The happy hour runs daily from 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM, featuring impressive deals such as $3 beer, $5 wine, $6 sushi rolls, and $7 cocktails. The author ordered a substantial amount of food including $1 edamame, cucumber salad, pork gyoza, sushi tacos (spicy salmon, spicy tuna, spicy yellowtail), spicy tuna crunch roll, yellowtail roll, and vegetable gyoza, with the total bill before tip being under $50. The atmosphere is inviting with a long sushi bar and dining areas. The quality and value of the food and drinks during happy hour are highly praised.
Details
Mikado is a Japanese restaurant in Manhattan, often recommended for its happy hour specials and perceived value [1]. While some diners find it to be a reliable option for sushi, others have experienced significant declines in quality and value over time [2]. A recurring concern is the elaborate and undesirable takeout packaging used by the restaurant [3].
Food Overview
Mikado offers Japanese cuisine, with sushi and rolls being the most frequently discussed items. While some diners praise specific items like the toro [1] and enjoy the value, particularly during happy hour [2], others find the sushi to be mediocre or even genuinely bad [3]. There are also recurring reports of food poisoning linked to orders from various locations [4], and a general sentiment that quality has declined over the years [5]. The presentation can be appealing, but the taste does not always match [6].
Highlights / Recommended
"The toro at Mikado is specifically highlighted as being really good [1]. Diners also frequently praise the sushi rolls and their value, especially when ordered during happy hour [2]."
Mentioned Dishes:
- •toro(2)
Customer Sentiment
Customer feedback is highly polarized, with some praising its value and reliability, while a significant number report issues with declining quality and even food poisoning [1].
Caveats
Multiple users have reported experiencing severe food poisoning after consuming food from Mikado's different locations, which is a significant health concern [1], [2], [3]. There are also comments suggesting a decline in food quality and value over time [4], [5]. The restaurant's takeout packaging has also been noted as excessive and undesirable by some customers [6].
Reddit Opinions & Reviews
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From post: Premium Chirashi Don The Parcels Of Mr Moto 38
"This user expressed a lack of preference for Mikado, indicating they are not a fan."
NegativeFrom post: Premium Chirashi Don The Parcels Of Mr Moto 38
"This user suggested Mikado as a chain restaurant offering great value and good quality, in response to a query about alternatives to The Parcels of Mr Moto."
PositiveFrom post: Favorite Place For Casual Dinner Near 14th And
"The toro at Mikado is highlighted as being really good."
PositiveFrom post: Favorite Place For Casual Dinner Near 14th And
"Mikado is recommended as a casual Japanese restaurant in the area with good specials."
PositiveFrom post: Tourists Appreciation Post
"This commenter finds that investing in quality packaging might indicate quality ingredients, a psychological effect they appreciate."
NeutralFrom post: Tourists Appreciation Post
"This user found the combo options at Mikado to look yummy."
PositiveFrom post: Tourists Appreciation Post
"This user expressed agreement with the sentiment that elaborate takeout packaging is undesirable, especially after recent public discourse on single-use plastics."
NeutralFrom post: Tourists Appreciation Post
"This user highlighted that Mikado offers a great deal during its happy hour."
PositiveFrom post: Tourists Appreciation Post
"In response to packaging concerns, this user agreed about the individual plastic packets for wasabi and ginger, but noted that paper/cardboard packaging is preferable to the plastic used by most sushi places."
NeutralFrom post: Tourists Appreciation Post
"This user believes Mikado is above average but not great, and dislikes the trend of elaborate takeout packaging."
NeutralFrom post: Tourists Appreciation Post
"Despite initial reservations about Chinese-run sushi establishments, this commenter found Mikado to perform exceptionally well for its price, recommending it for both lunch and dinner."
PositiveFrom post: Tourists Appreciation Post
"This commenter plans to revisit Mikado's 14th street location, as their last experience involved hard rice and subpar sushi quality, although it was great initially."
NegativeFrom post: Tourists Appreciation Post
"This user found Mikado to be phenomenal, even when ordering delivery to Brooklyn for friends visiting New York, stating the sushi was excellent."
PositiveFrom post: Affordable Dinner Options In Lower Midtown
"Mikaido in Chelsea is mentioned as having a great happy hour."
PositiveFrom post: Takeoutpickup Recs
"Mikado is suggested as an affordable sushi option that handles takeout well, provided it is ordered from a place of reasonable quality and nearby."
PositiveFrom post: Favorite Casual Sushi In Lower Manhattan
"Mikado was recommended alongside another spot, suggesting it's a good option."
PositiveFrom post: Favorite Casual Sushi In Lower Manhattan
"A recommendation to visit Mikado during happy hour for cheap rolls and alcohol was provided."
PositiveFrom post: Favorite Casual Sushi In Lower Manhattan
"This restaurant was recommended, prompting another user to express intent to visit."
PositiveFrom post: Thoughts On Mikado Nyc Sushi
"This user eats at the Park Slope location and finds it to be a nice option in the area, but not particularly special."
NeutralFrom post: Thoughts On Mikado Nyc Sushi
"This person ate at Mikado and found the rolls to be excessively large, making them difficult to eat."
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