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Oko’s sister restaurant in Rye, New York. A Japanese- inspired restaurant by Chef Brian Lewis, celebrating techniques and traditions with Chef Lewis’ signature culinary style. Using fresh ingredients from local farms and waters in NY, CT, throughout the US and the Toyosu market in Japan.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 29 Purchase St, Rye, NY 10580
Phone: (914) 481-8660
Website: http://www.okokitchen.com/
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Reviews
Johnathan Josephs
If you find yourself wandering through Rye and craving a culinary experience that feels both sophisticated and soul-warming, Oko is the absolute gold standard for modern Japanese fare. The atmosphere strikes that perfect balance between minimalist chic and neighborhood warmth, making it an ideal spot for a curated dinner that never feels stuffy.
The craftsmanship behind each piece of scallop nigiri is evident in the way the flavors are balanced, providing a clean yet incredibly rich profile that lingers just long enough on the palate. It is rare to find seafood handled with such reverence, where the natural brininess of the scallop is elevated rather than masked by unnecessary garnishes. Each bite feels like a celebratory nod to traditional techniques reimagined for a contemporary audience, and it is honestly worth the trip to Rye for this dish alone. Oko delivers an unforgettable bite that will have you planning your return before the check even hits the table.
… moreThe craftsmanship behind each piece of scallop nigiri is evident in the way the flavors are balanced, providing a clean yet incredibly rich profile that lingers just long enough on the palate. It is rare to find seafood handled with such reverence, where the natural brininess of the scallop is elevated rather than masked by unnecessary garnishes. Each bite feels like a celebratory nod to traditional techniques reimagined for a contemporary audience, and it is honestly worth the trip to Rye for this dish alone. Oko delivers an unforgettable bite that will have you planning your return before the check even hits the table.
York Lee
Cozy and intimate place. It looks like it seats 50 people including bar area. I want to give it a 3.5 star, but it is a place worth going.
Open kitchen. It’s clean.
Food was good. Some dishes better than others.
We like the sake.
The appetizer was good – blister shishito peppers –
The nigiri was good – the sushi rice and pairing with the fish was a good combo.
Robata was good. Salmon and pear was nicely done and paired together, wagyu beef was a little tough, mushroom and eggplant was ok. The beef and veggie- needed the pairing sauce.
Temaki/ hand roll, we had 3 rolls salmon, tuna and scallops. They were ok. The fish was overly sauced.
The crispy rice – beef and scallop. Typically my favorite, but the rice was overly crispy, made it too chewy.
… moreOpen kitchen. It’s clean.
Food was good. Some dishes better than others.
We like the sake.
The appetizer was good – blister shishito peppers –
The nigiri was good – the sushi rice and pairing with the fish was a good combo.
Robata was good. Salmon and pear was nicely done and paired together, wagyu beef was a little tough, mushroom and eggplant was ok. The beef and veggie- needed the pairing sauce.
Temaki/ hand roll, we had 3 rolls salmon, tuna and scallops. They were ok. The fish was overly sauced.
The crispy rice – beef and scallop. Typically my favorite, but the rice was overly crispy, made it too chewy.
Craig Denigris
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Five-Star Review
Oko Rye delivers on every level. The food is not only beautifully presented but packed with flavor every dish feels intentional and elevated. From the perfectly executed hand rolls and fresh sushi to the tender, flavorful ribs and steak bites, everything we tried was on point and cooked to perfection.
The cocktails were clean, refreshing, and well balanced, making them the perfect complement to the menu. Service was attentive and professional, and the atmosphere strikes that ideal balance between upscale and comfortable.
Food, service, and vibe all hit five stars. Oko Rye is a must-visit and easily one of the best dining experiences in the area.
… moreOko Rye delivers on every level. The food is not only beautifully presented but packed with flavor every dish feels intentional and elevated. From the perfectly executed hand rolls and fresh sushi to the tender, flavorful ribs and steak bites, everything we tried was on point and cooked to perfection.
The cocktails were clean, refreshing, and well balanced, making them the perfect complement to the menu. Service was attentive and professional, and the atmosphere strikes that ideal balance between upscale and comfortable.
Food, service, and vibe all hit five stars. Oko Rye is a must-visit and easily one of the best dining experiences in the area.
Ron G
We dined at Oko Rye on a cold Sunday night. Blasts of cold air rushed in each time the door was opened and customers were visibly uncomfortable.
Cocktails didn’t go well. The restaurant had “run out” of hot sake because it had been a “busy weekend”. Our Pear Pear Pear mocktail tasted like watered-down lemonade, and we had to ask about our drinks after being served a food course first.
The food was good, but not outstanding. The miso soup was incredibly salty and inedible. The avocado kabiyaki was a 1/4 avocado with its pit replaced by a grape-sized lump of rice and was missing the kabiyaki glaze. The salmon and avocado rolls in the Makimomo Box were soggy and didn’t include wasabi or ginger. The tempura was good, but not great. The jasmine tea was steeped in water that was too hot, destroying its bouquet and making it bitter
The overall service, attention to detail, and customer experience were not high end. We asked to see the dessert menu but never did. What is most perplexing, unusual, and unsettling though is why the restaurant wouldn’t allow us to use the balance on our gift card as a gratuity for our server. The card was purchased with a credit card, so how is it different than simply paying with one?
… moreCocktails didn’t go well. The restaurant had “run out” of hot sake because it had been a “busy weekend”. Our Pear Pear Pear mocktail tasted like watered-down lemonade, and we had to ask about our drinks after being served a food course first.
The food was good, but not outstanding. The miso soup was incredibly salty and inedible. The avocado kabiyaki was a 1/4 avocado with its pit replaced by a grape-sized lump of rice and was missing the kabiyaki glaze. The salmon and avocado rolls in the Makimomo Box were soggy and didn’t include wasabi or ginger. The tempura was good, but not great. The jasmine tea was steeped in water that was too hot, destroying its bouquet and making it bitter
The overall service, attention to detail, and customer experience were not high end. We asked to see the dessert menu but never did. What is most perplexing, unusual, and unsettling though is why the restaurant wouldn’t allow us to use the balance on our gift card as a gratuity for our server. The card was purchased with a credit card, so how is it different than simply paying with one?
Jesus Rodriguez
Impressive food. Fantastic ambience and great service. We mistakenly had a reservation for Oko in Westport Connecticut, and they kindly accommodated us, as we were meeting for a birthday dinner. Had an amazing time sampling the different rolls (hamachi with spicy aoli was simply succulent), please try the out-of-this-world sweet potato gyoza, can’t go wrong with the delicious hanger steak robata(skewers), and also had a superb poke bowl. Really highly recommend for both special occasions or casual dining. Great atmosphere, good vibes, nice crew, and most importantly the food really rocks. What else can you ask for?
… moreRuth Poersch
Ok so the quality of service is very important to me, just as much as how good the food is..
The food was not a problem here although I only truly loved 2 dishes put of the 5 we got that time.
The service was OK, we sat at the bar and they were dismissive and not attentive and patient.
Drinks were on point! I had a Japanese old fashioned, it was pricey but I guess it was for the quality so I’m fine with that.
The atmosphere is ok, it didn’t give me a good feeling being there honestly. We wanted a table but he said he didn’t have space so we sat at the bar and the tables were as empty for the rest of the time we were there as when we got there.. but whatever, I like seating at the bar anyways..
I might give this place a second chance but who knows.. I’ll let you know tho!
… moreThe food was not a problem here although I only truly loved 2 dishes put of the 5 we got that time.
The service was OK, we sat at the bar and they were dismissive and not attentive and patient.
Drinks were on point! I had a Japanese old fashioned, it was pricey but I guess it was for the quality so I’m fine with that.
The atmosphere is ok, it didn’t give me a good feeling being there honestly. We wanted a table but he said he didn’t have space so we sat at the bar and the tables were as empty for the rest of the time we were there as when we got there.. but whatever, I like seating at the bar anyways..
I might give this place a second chance but who knows.. I’ll let you know tho!
Alexandre Ducatti
Excellent food, nice service.
Oko is a small, quiet place with excellent Japanese food. I recommend ordering the chef’s choice of nigiri. I also recommend the spicy crispy salmon and tuna. It’s an expensive place, but it’s worth it for the quality, flavor and service.
… moreOko is a small, quiet place with excellent Japanese food. I recommend ordering the chef’s choice of nigiri. I also recommend the spicy crispy salmon and tuna. It’s an expensive place, but it’s worth it for the quality, flavor and service.
RYKA Finance
One of the best sushi experiences in Westchester. Amazing food, atmosphere and friendly staff. The flavors are sooo good. The CRUNCHY POTATO/MUSHROOM HAND ROLL is an absolute MUST! Do not skip this on the menu, the flavors really surprised us and quickly became a favorite of the evening. We ordered the scallop hand roll, many different pieces of sushi (black cod, king crab, scallop, etc) and ships chips and dip, but the CRUNCHY POTATO/MUSHROOM HAND ROLL blew us away! It was Smokey, crunchy, and full of flavor. Give it a try! .
… moreHeather LaRose
On our way home from another dinner we popped into Oko for a night cap. Everyone from the host, manager and bartender were all very welcoming. The open kitchen concept is awesome and great to look at when you’re sitting at the bar. Despite us only stopping in for a nightcap, the bartender (we forgot his name, but he had a really cool Scandavian tattoo) was so friendly and took the time to give us a menu tour despite him being busy. We ended up having a couple of the crispy Wagyu bites and a ricotta cheesecake. The sake paper plane is also SO good!
We will definitely be back to try more of the core menu. Keep doing what you’re doing!
… moreWe will definitely be back to try more of the core menu. Keep doing what you’re doing!
Rachel and Reid Packer
Truly cannot speak more highly of Oko and the Okokase experience. The attention to detail Chef Christian and the entire team took was truly unmatched. Each course was better than the next and the casual setting made the food stand out that much more. If I could give more stars I would.
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