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Address: 988 2nd Ave 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10022
Phone: (212) 201-7488
Website: http://shihou.nyc/
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Omakase Shihou
Traditional style sushi with modern touch. Omakase restaurant in New York City.
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Nestled above the iconic Japanese eatery, Tenzan, Shihou brings an authentic omakase dining experience to New York City’s The newly renovated space features …
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Located in the newly renovated private dining area on upper level of Tenzan Midtown offering a traditional omakase experience with modern touch to New Yorker.
Reviews
kuenga kay
Omakase Shiro is an absolute gem for sushi lovers. Every bite feels like a little masterpiece. The fish is incredibly fresh, and the flavors are perfectly balanced especially the Wagyu, o-toro, and the red snapper belly (if I got that right). The richness of the Wagyu, the melt-in-your-mouth o-toro, and the delicate, buttery snapper belly… honestly, I could go on forever.
The ambiance adds to the experience—cozy, elegant, and intimate, making it feel like a special occasion even on a regular night. The staff are attentive, friendly, and really make you feel taken care of, while the chef’s skill and creativity shine in every plate. From presentation to flavor, it’s clear a lot of thought goes into every detail.
The only small thing I’d note is that I mentioned it was my friend’s birthday when making the reservation, so a little candle on the dessert would have been a nice touch—but it didn’t take away from the incredible experience.
If you love sushi and omakase, this place is a must. I left full, happy, and already planning my next visit!
… moreThe ambiance adds to the experience—cozy, elegant, and intimate, making it feel like a special occasion even on a regular night. The staff are attentive, friendly, and really make you feel taken care of, while the chef’s skill and creativity shine in every plate. From presentation to flavor, it’s clear a lot of thought goes into every detail.
The only small thing I’d note is that I mentioned it was my friend’s birthday when making the reservation, so a little candle on the dessert would have been a nice touch—but it didn’t take away from the incredible experience.
If you love sushi and omakase, this place is a must. I left full, happy, and already planning my next visit!
Liz Fink
We went for a birthday dinner and thoroughly enjoyed it. Not a place that you will be in and out quickly, but the experience was well curated and the appetizers and sushi were really great. Watching the chef make everything at the counter service was definitely worth it!
… moreJohn Mill
TLDR; Service was good, atmosphere was casual, sushi was disappointing—different story if it was ~$80-100. ($155, counter menu)
First time in NYC, wanted to find a good omakase spot and looked through Google/Reddit to find Omakase Shihou, where people said the sushi was “traditional” and “no sauces”. This couldn’t be further from the truth. It was my first time eating sushi that had furikake and chili garlic crisp oil as toppings/sauce. Beyond that, the fish slices were cut quite thin (making it photogenic, but not a great eating experience for the price) and pickled ginger (if anyone cares) was cut too thick but flavor was good. The appetizers were also not great as they were brought out from somewhere (not the counter) and didn’t look or taste great, which made me think they were prepped prior and simply taken out from a refrigerator from the back.
Service-wise, the waiters/waitresses and sushi chef are nice, however, the counter experience isn’t as personal/traditional as you’d expect from this price point/reviews online. The food also came out sporadically, with the whole meal lasting about 2 hours for 19 courses, which was not well-paced as sometimes the transition time between courses would be anywhere from 3 to 20 minutes.
Highlights, 2 dishes: hokkaido scallop and A5 wagyu with uni. Do what you will with that information.
+ the storefront sign threw me off before walking in. It’s in bright green neon lights and the first floor is bar/table seating (w/ counter in 2nd flr). Reserved for 8:30pm the day prior.
… moreFirst time in NYC, wanted to find a good omakase spot and looked through Google/Reddit to find Omakase Shihou, where people said the sushi was “traditional” and “no sauces”. This couldn’t be further from the truth. It was my first time eating sushi that had furikake and chili garlic crisp oil as toppings/sauce. Beyond that, the fish slices were cut quite thin (making it photogenic, but not a great eating experience for the price) and pickled ginger (if anyone cares) was cut too thick but flavor was good. The appetizers were also not great as they were brought out from somewhere (not the counter) and didn’t look or taste great, which made me think they were prepped prior and simply taken out from a refrigerator from the back.
Service-wise, the waiters/waitresses and sushi chef are nice, however, the counter experience isn’t as personal/traditional as you’d expect from this price point/reviews online. The food also came out sporadically, with the whole meal lasting about 2 hours for 19 courses, which was not well-paced as sometimes the transition time between courses would be anywhere from 3 to 20 minutes.
Highlights, 2 dishes: hokkaido scallop and A5 wagyu with uni. Do what you will with that information.
+ the storefront sign threw me off before walking in. It’s in bright green neon lights and the first floor is bar/table seating (w/ counter in 2nd flr). Reserved for 8:30pm the day prior.
Karen Suen
One of the best omakase experiences I’ve ever had! From start to finish, everything was exceptional. Our server, Talia, was incredibly kind, attentive, and knowledgeable—especially when it came to sake. Her recommendations were spot on and really elevated the meal. Chef Leo was warm and welcoming, taking the time to thoughtfully explain each dish, which added a personal touch that we really appreciated.
The appetizers were beautifully presented and absolutely delicious. The nigiri selection for the night was outstanding, featuring a variety of creamy textures and incredibly fresh, well-prepared fish. Every bite was a delight.
This place is truly a gem—we’ll definitely be back!
… moreThe appetizers were beautifully presented and absolutely delicious. The nigiri selection for the night was outstanding, featuring a variety of creamy textures and incredibly fresh, well-prepared fish. Every bite was a delight.
This place is truly a gem—we’ll definitely be back!
Riku Ruotsalainen
Chefs were very charismatic. Dining experience was excellent. Food was immaculate.
The donburi, in particular, was the most delicious thing that’s ever touched my tongue.
… moreThe donburi, in particular, was the most delicious thing that’s ever touched my tongue.
V Y
Me and my bf went here and it’s a very nice, pleasant experience. The Chef Leo is very knowledgeable and kind. He chatted with us and shared his chef experience, very inspiring and cool. The waitress is kind too. We would recommend anyone to come here to try. Will come back again!
… moreAnna DeSantis
Anyone that gives this place less than 5 stars is completely pretentious and incorrect. Not only was the food so fresh and delicious, the service was excellent and the people were very genuine. As for atmosphere I haven’t felt more relaxed leaving a restaurant, it’s almost like I spent 2 hours at a spa, it was amazing. This place is worth the money and I cannot recommend enough. I’ve been to multiple other omakases through NYC and the US and this one is definitely in my top. If you don’t want to pay for the amount that is well advised in advance then don’t come.
… moreStephanie Braganza
Got the omakase counter experience – so good! $155 but great quality ingredients (truffle, scallop, prawn, uni, wagyu) and a good amount of wagyu here and there for omakase. They even gave us an extra roll for no reason. I’ve been to the upper west side branch and the service there was really great as well! The dessert was wonderful. Come hungry! Feels quite authentic and if you go at off peak hours, you might even have the space to yourself. Great dining experience and service – I was surprised to find out they were 2 staff short because they called in sick last minute! Mark of a well run establishment.
… moresanny chen
I came here for my birthday the other day and I can’t express how much I enjoyed the experience at Omakase Shihou. It was a bit awkward at first because we were the only ones there for a while, but the Kei and the rest of the staff made us feel comfortable and joked around with us. All the appetizers and nigiri pieces were delicious and fresh. I can’t recommend this place enough!
… moreCaroline Zhang
I love this place, I’ve been here 3+ times and every experience has been wonderful. The omakase is great! The flavors are great and the fish is so high quality! The staff is attentive and accommodating. They also offered complimentary dishes to us based off of our favorite dishes. I look forward to coming back!
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