Phenomenal omakase & sushi w/ layered handrolls like uni/scallop/otoro/foie gras. Ex-Nakazawa chef, $89 for 14 courses. Incredible lunch specials!
Zen Sushi Omakase offers a high-quality omakase experience in the Lower East Side, with a 14-course meal priced at $89. Former Nakazawa chef, the restaurant is known for its incredible layered hand rolls featuring ingredients like uni, scallop, otoro, and foie gras, as well as a juicy fat oyster with uni and ikura. The lunch specials are particularly praised for being rich, flavorful, and thick, making it a recommended spot for sushi enthusiasts.
This Japanese restaurant specializes in omakase sushi, offering a 14-course meal for $89. Highlights include layered hand rolls with ingredients such as uni, scallop, otoro, and foie gras, as well as a notable juicy fat oyster with uni and ikura. The lunch specials are particularly praised for being rich, flavorful, and thick. The chef previously worked at Nakazawa.
"Highly recommended are their layered special hand rolls (uni scallop otoro, uni foie gras otoro) which are described as rich, flavorful, and thick. A juicy fat oyster with uni and ikura is also a standout."
Customers overwhelmingly recommend this Omakase spot, highlighting its phenomenal value and the quality of its sushi and unique layered handrolls.
Important Note
Uncertain if a special lunch deal is offered on weekends.
"Zen Sushi Omakase is within the specified budget and offers pretty nice service."
Positive"This restaurant offers fresh and tasty sushi omakase. The $89 price for 14 pieces is noted, suggesting that $150 would provide a good experience."
Positive"The user suggested Zen Sushi Omakase."
Neutral"This user recommended Zen Sushi Omakase, mentioning that they have bar seating available for approximately 12 people next to the chefs."
Positive"This restaurant offers complimentary sushi cake and has a fun, nice vibe for an omakase experience."
Positive"This user mentioned Zen Sushi Omakase in the Lower East Side (LES) as a place that serves lunch during weekends, but was unsure if they offer a special lunch deal."
Neutral"This user recommended Zen Sushi Omakase."
Neutral"Zen Sushi Omakase in the Lower East Side was suggested as a good option for sushi, with the possibility of complimentary birthday treats."
Positive"Zen Sushi Omakase is suggested as a good omakase option in NYC under $100, and they offer a complimentary sushi cake."
Positive"Zen Sushi Omakase in the Lower East Side is mentioned as being pretty good, with a price tag of $89 for 14 pieces."
Positive"This user suggested Zen Sushi Omakase, noting that its food, price, and vibe are good. They mentioned it likely has miso cod but not fried rice."
Positive"Zen Sushi Omakase is recommended, suggesting it as a good option for the budget that allows for extras like sake and tip. The commenter also advised grabbing a drink next door at Victoria."
Positive"This user expressed intent to check out Zen based on the recommendation, thanking the commenter for the suggestion."
Positive"Confirmed that Zen is located on Eldridge."
Neutral"This user inquired about the location of Zen, confirming it is on Eldridge."
Neutral"Zen is recommended as a phenomenal option for $90, with the chef having previously worked at Nakazawa."
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