SUSHI SHO

"Listed as a fancier option."

"They offer a high-quality chirashi box using off-cuts from their premium omakase."

"The commenter considers Sushi Sho to be the best sushi restaurant outside of Japan, though it features many toppings and isn't solely focused on simple fish and rice. The environment and ambience, particularly with the tea ceremony, are appreciated."

"Sushi Sho was listed among other Omakase recommendations. Another user noted that one of the listed restaurants was unlike the others."

"The commenter warned that Sushi Sho's cost, including a la carte options and beverage pairing, could exceed the $800 budget, estimating it around $1200. They also clarified that the beverage offering is not a true pairing but a free-pour system."

"The commenter simply listed Sushi Sho as a recommendation."

"The commenter recommended Sushi Sho, noting it's a unique omakase experience with a great, reasonably priced sake pairing around $150, and described it as a very special place. However, a later comment suggested that with a la carte options and beverage pairing, the total cost could exceed $800, potentially reaching around $1200. Another comment clarified that Sushi Sho's beverage offering is not a true pairing, but rather a free-pour system throughout the meal."

"Sushi Sho was listed as a recommendation."

"The monkfish liver nigiri or grouper shabu shabu at Sushi Sho were mentioned as runner-ups for the best dish."

"The commenter highlights Sho as an elite omakase restaurant, suggesting it provides a top-tier dining experience, particularly within the higher price ranges."

"Sushi Sho is recommended, although it is noted to be more expensive. The commenter feels many other places in NYC might not offer the same value."

"This user mentioned that getting a reservation at Sushi Sho seems nearly impossible, despite having visited all other NYC three-star restaurants."

"This commenter fully agreed with the assessment of Sushi Sho, calling it the best sushi experience they have ever had."

"This user found Sushi Sho to be a completely worthwhile sushi experience, contrasting it with their experience at Masa."

"This diner considers Sushi Sho a compelling omakase option, suggesting it offers good value compared to other restaurants."

"This user recommended trying Sho once if one has 'fuck it' money, as it definitively answers whether one likes omakase. They shared a personal experience of spending double at Sho and having the best experience of their life, contrasting it with a previous $700 meal that left them iffy."

"This user found Sho's flavors to be punchier and textures more interesting and varied compared to other NYC starred omakases like Yoshino, Kosaka, and Ginza Onodera."

"This user recommended Sushi Sho, Yoshino, and Noda as omakase options that feel less guilt-inducing on the bill. They highlighted Noda for its elevated service that enhanced the overall meal."

"This user asked for a recommendation on the best value omakase among the starred restaurants."

"This user disagreed that the OP shouldn't go to Sho, suggesting that if they have the financial means, it's worth trying for the different vibe with no caviar or truffle."