Place itself is extremely small, quiet, and the sitting arrangements at the bar are so tight, it was almost impossible to get into the chair. As a result, It felt like the entire restaurant is in my business.When making the reservation I was asked on the phone to come on time in order for me to get the proper "omakase" experience which is what I believed I was going to get when I chose it as my dinner option. However, the staff didnt seem to care about any of the diners. The hostess took a few minutes to even acknowledge us after we sat down, and I couldn't understand a word the so called omakase "chef" said. He pretty much mumbled through the entire service, so I still don't know exactly what I ate. Worst yet, everyone was in such a hurry to leave that they were cleaning and preparing to close in front of my eyes despite the fact it was still before closing time, and what I am paying for was the "experience" of omakaseAs far as the food goes, the fish was pretty much average and the rice for the sushi was falling apart. The portion size for each piece of sushi was tiny. As for the "desert", the mochi I got felt like it was store bought and the texture was way too frozen.All of this would've been fine except then the bill came, as I am still sitting there hungry after a "15 course meal" which was much smaller than expected but tasted ok, and a desert that was definitely subpar, and the price was absolutely obscene! Especially for the quality and the tiny amount that I got. To make matters somehow even worst, the price already included 18% tip and the tax was applied to the entire amount including that tip.I am shocked anyone even chooses to eat in that place. If it wasn't for the obscene price it would've been a somewhat average and forgettable experience. However, with the price point in mind, that is by far the worst experience I have ever had in a restaurant. The quality and especially the tiny portions definitely do not justify half of what I paid. I would recommend this place to absolutely no one. As a matter of fact I will from now on actively ask for people to never give this scam of a restaurant a chance.I'm already used to paying ridiculous prices in kosher restaurants but this is a new low as I didn't even enjoy it
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 1
Moran Eliyahu
For an omakase restaurant it sure lacks the Omakase experience. We arrived at the restaurant and picked the 15 course meal. They forgot about our sake and didn’t bring it out until after the appetizers and third course. The chef barely spoke to us and literally served the pieces so fast in a rush to leave and left!!! As in left home!!! We were stunned to see him bail out of the restaurant. There was no time to enjoy the meal it was literally just thrown at us so fast. Chef barely spoke any English and we couldn’t understand what each piece was or maybe he was just rushing to leave and kept cutting us short. For a $450 omakase dinner for two I would have expected at least some omakasa experience. It was literally just us and two other couples so it’s not like the kitchen was crushing. Disappointing! There wasn’t any special flavoring, fish didn’t seem fresh and the taste was dull, and that’s aside from the fact that the rice was falling apart. Don’t get fooled by the good reviews here those are all by local guides. Save your money and go somewhere else. Should be noted that my review is for the Manhattan location
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 1
Alan Jemal
Great foodVery comfortableFast delivery !
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Karen S. Dennis
Akimori on the upper east side is a delightful culinary experience. The fish was extraordinary and the presentation was amazing. The vegetarian option could use a little more creativity. We had the restaurant ourselves, and it was like having a private chef. Kudos to Paul who made us feel so welcome.
sruli g
Wow, what an experience. Left full.Dietary restrictions: Kosher
Good selection of Wines Great Sake Realy fresh Fish.Very nice ambiance The 10 pieces Omakase great Ask for it We add Crispi Toro Rice Ask to be seated in front of the Sushi CheffPaul the GM 5* real
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ilya Lurye
Came here with 3 friends and had a wonderful Monday night dinner ??
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Geula Gniwisch
Delicious
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Crispy Rice, Jerry Roll
Brandon Reynolds
Paul the GM treated us like royalty. one of the best omakase experiences i've had. highly
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Omakase, Crispy Rice
Alexander Colotl
Thrilling time at the UES spot on 65th and LEX! The culinary delights and top-notch service were nothing short of spectacular. Huge props to Jhon and Paul for their extraordinary efforts in elevating my dining adventure to new heights. The toro crispy rice stole the show, and I'm already counting down the days until my next visit!
AKIMORI rocks! Kudos to the chefs, Paul, Roxanne and the staff are
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ben T
This was a perfect experience. Food was excellent. First time I’ve had real real toro- it was truly fatty. Chef made multiple assortments of unique Subtle yet flavorful plates. Trust the sushi chef and don’t ask for spicy Mayo. Sam the sushi chef is a real artist. He really aimed to please. Atmosphere was chic upscale and warm. Great date spot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Omakase, Trust the Chef Lite
arsen gurgov
The worst Service ever !!! If you want to wait hours for food and ask for every single utensil , cups for water and get frustrated then it’s the perfect place for you .
Service: 1
Seadya Oseary
We had some Sushi, asked for non raw fish and not spicy, everything came really fast.Had a nice intimate feeling and was really tasty. Thank you!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dvir P.
By far the best sushi I have ever ate! It was a very nice vibe and the place was very clean.
Place itself is extremely small, quiet, and the sitting arrangements at the bar are so tight, it was almost impossible to get into the chair. As a result, It felt like the entire restaurant is in my business.When making the reservation I was asked on the phone to come on time in order for me to get the proper "omakase" experience which is what I believed I was going to get when I chose it as my dinner option. However, the staff didnt seem to care about any of the diners. The hostess took a few minutes to even acknowledge us after we sat down, and I couldn't understand a word the so called omakase "chef" said. He pretty much mumbled through the entire service, so I still don't know exactly what I ate. Worst yet, everyone was in such a hurry to leave that they were cleaning and preparing to close in front of my eyes despite the fact it was still before closing time, and what I am paying for was the "experience" of omakaseAs far as the food goes, the fish was pretty much average and the rice for the sushi was falling apart. The portion size for each piece of sushi was tiny. As for the "desert", the mochi I got felt like it was store bought and the texture was way too frozen.All of this would've been fine except then the bill came, as I am still sitting there hungry after a "15 course meal" which was much smaller than expected but tasted ok, and a desert that was definitely subpar, and the price was absolutely obscene! Especially for the quality and the tiny amount that I got. To make matters somehow even worst, the price already included 18% tip and the tax was applied to the entire amount including that tip.I am shocked anyone even chooses to eat in that place. If it wasn't for the obscene price it would've been a somewhat average and forgettable experience. However, with the price point in mind, that is by far the worst experience I have ever had in a restaurant. The quality and especially the tiny portions definitely do not justify half of what I paid. I would recommend this place to absolutely no one. As a matter of fact I will from now on actively ask for people to never give this scam of a restaurant a chance.I'm already used to paying ridiculous prices in kosher restaurants but this is a new low as I didn't even enjoy it
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 1
For an omakase restaurant it sure lacks the Omakase experience. We arrived at the restaurant and picked the 15 course meal. They forgot about our sake and didn’t bring it out until after the appetizers and third course. The chef barely spoke to us and literally served the pieces so fast in a rush to leave and left!!! As in left home!!! We were stunned to see him bail out of the restaurant. There was no time to enjoy the meal it was literally just thrown at us so fast. Chef barely spoke any English and we couldn’t understand what each piece was or maybe he was just rushing to leave and kept cutting us short. For a $450 omakase dinner for two I would have expected at least some omakasa experience. It was literally just us and two other couples so it’s not like the kitchen was crushing. Disappointing! There wasn’t any special flavoring, fish didn’t seem fresh and the taste was dull, and that’s aside from the fact that the rice was falling apart. Don’t get fooled by the good reviews here those are all by local guides. Save your money and go somewhere else. Should be noted that my review is for the Manhattan location
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 1
Great foodVery comfortableFast delivery !
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Akimori on the upper east side is a delightful culinary experience. The fish was extraordinary and the presentation was amazing. The vegetarian option could use a little more creativity. We had the restaurant ourselves, and it was like having a private chef. Kudos to Paul who made us feel so welcome.
Wow, what an experience. Left full.Dietary restrictions: Kosher
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Saki Avocado Naruto, Akami Cucumber Naruto, Mango Roll, Saki Nigiri 8pc, Sashimi, Mackerel, Sushi, Nigiri Medley, Cucumber Avocado, Mushroom Roll, Omakase, Crispy Rice, Seaweed Salad, Nigiri Party, Jerry Roll, Avocado, Trust the Chef, Trust the Chef Lite, Toro Nigiri 8pc, Chef's Choice Nigiri 8pc
Good selection of Wines Great Sake Realy fresh Fish.Very nice ambiance The 10 pieces Omakase great Ask for it We add Crispi Toro Rice Ask to be seated in front of the Sushi CheffPaul the GM 5* real
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Came here with 3 friends and had a wonderful Monday night dinner ??
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Delicious
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Crispy Rice, Jerry Roll
Paul the GM treated us like royalty. one of the best omakase experiences i've had. highly
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Omakase, Crispy Rice
Thrilling time at the UES spot on 65th and LEX! The culinary delights and top-notch service were nothing short of spectacular. Huge props to Jhon and Paul for their extraordinary efforts in elevating my dining adventure to new heights. The toro crispy rice stole the show, and I'm already counting down the days until my next visit!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Crispy Rice, Avocado
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AKIMORI rocks! Kudos to the chefs, Paul, Roxanne and the staff are
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This was a perfect experience. Food was excellent. First time I’ve had real real toro- it was truly fatty. Chef made multiple assortments of unique Subtle yet flavorful plates. Trust the sushi chef and don’t ask for spicy Mayo. Sam the sushi chef is a real artist. He really aimed to please. Atmosphere was chic upscale and warm. Great date spot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Omakase, Trust the Chef Lite
The worst Service ever !!! If you want to wait hours for food and ask for every single utensil , cups for water and get frustrated then it’s the perfect place for you .
Service: 1
We had some Sushi, asked for non raw fish and not spicy, everything came really fast.Had a nice intimate feeling and was really tasty. Thank you!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
By far the best sushi I have ever ate! It was a very nice vibe and the place was very clean.