Sushi Seki UES
Sushi Restaurant and Japanese Restaurant$$$$
Upper East Side, New York
The experts at Time Out New York and Village Voice recommend this place
"Best sushi in town if you do the Omakase at the sushi bar."(18 Tips)
"Get the spicy scallop handroll and make sure they make it crispy."(20 Tips)
"Crunchy scallop hand roll is one of my favorite things."(10 Tips)
"#TheBest you have to get the Nao sushi and spicy scallop roll."(8 Tips)
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Briana Lopez-TascarellaJanuary 30, 2013Absolute best sushi I've been lucky to enjoy. It's not masa priced but its still expensive. I'd definitely say its worth it and that you must go! Find an excuse! Mouth watering! Gorgeous!
Emily LSeptember 13, 2015sake selection was very good -- try from their chefs choice menu! omakase has great quality fish and creatively delicious garnishing (much like gari)
Marc CohenAugust 23, 2018Agree with others it's all about the nigiri here. Chef was trained by Sushi Gari and there's some similarity. While good, it's not the best, in the UES, definitely in the top 5.
Alexandros CMarch 28, 2014Fresh, with great taste especially spicy scallop. Its great that it stays until really late. Unfortunately it doesn't have any specialty fancy roles, but if you like the basics you should visit this.
Halstead PropertyJuly 11, 2013Simple yet unforgettable, the spicy scallop roll has NYC raving about it. The texture of the scallops is faultless and the mayo over the fish has just the right spice to keep the scallop taste strong- Being FattyJanuary 9, 2015Quality is good even if many pieces can be found in other places. Crunchy scallop hand roll is one of my favorite things.
Sean CorcoranApril 7, 2013Do yourself a favor and get the grilled yellowtail with salt and the special ankimo (monkfish liver) that is sautéed. Amazing sushi in a non-pretentious atmosphere.
Marc SchneebergerMarch 5, 2017Just one thing get nigiris! The quality of fish is so good that you don't want to make it more elaborate. Delicious! Enjoy!!!!- Marc SchneebergerMarch 5, 2017Amazing sushi. Just order nigiris. UNI, TORO, EEL, whatever you want! Everything is so fresh that it melts on your mouth!
- DesireeApril 14, 2015Far from traditional. Each piece features unique toppings. My favorites were the salmon with roasted tomato and chopped eel with avocado.
The Corcoran GroupMay 19, 2010Another sushi must in New York City. While very similar to Sushi of Gari’s menu in terms of specialty sushi pieces, the major draw here is that the restaurant is open until 3AM.
StonehengeNYCDecember 14, 2011Our pick for the best omakase in NYC, but it's only worth it if you get a seat at the sushi bar. (Make a res!) Spicy scallop roll to finish it off is a highlight.
New York PostMarch 1, 2015This Upper East Side favorite keeps late hours and walks a nice line between traditional and creative preparations. Read more
NancyMay 30, 2019Food was very good (rolls, miso soup), service excellent, but our meal was interrupted by large waterbug/cockroach that jumped on us, circled dining area-couldn’t finish. They were gracious, comped.- Halstead PropertyAugust 4, 2011We absolutely loved the experience from the sushi bar – if those seats are available be sure to take them. The beef teriyaki was cooked perfectly, not too tender and not too chewy.
AnyaDecember 16, 2016The best thing here is Crispy Scallop Hand Roll! Other than that, there is nothing special about this place, fish is not super fresh and hand rolls seem to have too much rice in it.
BollareNovember 27, 2012Get the spicy scallop hand roll, salmon with seared tomato sushi, and yellow tail with Jalepeno sushi. Call ahead for a reservation – Sarah K.
James UnderbergFebruary 22, 2015Always good ! Filled with foreigners- even better sign ! This place is just great all the time - even the cooked food - just perfect!
NY WaterwayAugust 23, 2012Try one of the signature rolls. Spicy Scallop Roll was great! There are some unique dishes on the menu so this isn’t your “typical” sushi joint.- julia tJuly 16, 2015Excellent, fresh, quality sushi and sashimi. Perfect mid-range - not neighborhood low brow and not elite. Love it.
Village VoiceSeptember 12, 2013Stay until 3am at this late-night sushi spot, and you might just catch celebrity chefs like Daniel Boulud and Gordon Ramsay who often frequent here after work.
Cesar AlvarengaJune 13, 2013Probably one of the best Omakase in NY! The restaurant is not fancy, but it's authentic japanese cuisine at its best.
Time Out New YorkJune 4, 2013The late hours lend a boozy, jovial atmosphere, but don’t drink too much—you’ll want to remember Seki’s artful, picture-perfect offerings with more than just Instagram’s help. Read more
Ray CrescioNovember 11, 2012Fresh delicious maybe best place in city for Sushi. Spicy Scallop roll a must.
Find. Eat. Drink.December 4, 2011Open until 3am, it's where many of New York sushi chefs go when they finish up work. Sit at the sushi bar, you may see chef Anita lo (annisa) since it's one her favorite places.
Aly H.October 2, 2014Delicious california roll, tea to end the meal, fresh green salad, good service!
Ren RennNovember 27, 2013So fresh! And yummy. The sushi rolls are so good, you don't even need the soy sauce or condiments.
- Snowpea salad, maguro avocado, Salmon with sautéed tomato, tuna with tofu sauce, sautéed white fish, fluke tempura
New York HabitatDecember 12, 2011Splurge on the omakase and let Chef Seki take charge of your meal, masterfully putting together piece after piece of sushi heaven.- Get the spicy scallop handroll and make sure they make it crispy. This is a really a special dish.
Spicy Scallop Hand Roll, Spicy Scallop Hand Roll, Spicy Scallop Hand Roll.
musts: eel avocado, snow crab, young yellowtail with jalapeño sauce, spicy scallop handroll, tuna w/ onion and garlic, salmon with cooked tomato, raw and/or seared scallop, sauteed white fish.
Omakase. Tuna avocado salad. Salmon tomato. Spicy scallop hand roll. 👍❤
New in their Omakase rotation: fluke tempura with a tempura shiso leaf. Amazing!
Rafi RomeroSeptember 11, 2015good but I probably won't return. they have a hybrid approach between traditional nigiri and gari-style funky seasoning. I prefer traditional to funky seasoning but the latter to hybrid. not for me.- Best sushi in town if you do the Omakase at the sushi bar.
Aaron AllonNovember 6, 2017Part of the sushi seki restaurants. I️ prefer the vibe of this location. The food is delicious, but expensive for what it is.
Tash ConcepcionAugust 9, 2014If you like Sushi of Gari, you will like Sushi Seki as it serves essentially the same style of sushi. But Sushi of Gari UES is better.
Hannah CJanuary 16, 2014My (super japanese) sushi chef said "I got dis" when we asked for more omakase. Word.
@JaumePrimeroOctober 20, 2010The spicy scallop roll here is amazing. Also, the fact that its open late night is key.
Mike FolkertJune 3, 2016Used to be a good place but quality has gone down - plus, even with open seats in the back they won't seat you, only want to staff the sushi bar.
Chefs FeedAugust 22, 2014
- #TheBest you have to get the Nao sushi and spicy scallop roll. Everything is great though!
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