Department of FoodieDepartment of FoodieRelaxed, intimate restaurant specializing in seasonal sushi, plus sake, beer & mochi.
What to order: Sea bream with rose petals · Otoro with caviar · Botan uniFrom Google Maps reviews.
After trying quite a few affordable omakase spots around NYC, I’d sau this is the best-value $69 omakase serving good quality, thick-cut sashimi. We got exactly one hour to enjoy 13 courses—no fillers like apps, miso soup, or dessert—just nigiri and hand rolls. Despite the price point, they still serve premium ingredients like hokkaido scallop and caviar. I thought I’d still be hungry after 13 courses, but the thick-cut slices of fish were so generous that I left completely stuffed and satisfi
Really good quality omakase and a great price. Defs a quick time frame as they turn over the tables in like 1 hr or 1.5 hrs. Decent size corse of 13 rolls and soo soo good. Defs a great spot. Loved the fatty tuna roll. Quality and service were both amazing- defs recommend
Went to Shinn East for the sushi omakase and the food itself did not disappoint. The sushi was genuinely yum, well-balanced, and thoughtfully prepared. My absolute favorite bite of the night was the eel with uni — rich, buttery, and perfectly indulgent. That course alone really stood out. That said, while the food was strong, the service felt mediocre compared to what you’d expect from an omakase experience at this level. It wasn’t terrible, just lacked warmth and attentiveness, which slightly
From the Jul 23, 2025 health inspection. Lower-priority items are listed after the serious ones.
Food surfaces weren't washed and sanitized between uses.
Shelves, ledges, or equipment exteriors aren't clean or easy to clean.
Plumbing issues: poor drainage, backflow risk, or wastewater handled improperly.