Soto
(Now Closed)Sushi Restaurant and Japanese Restaurant$$$$
Greenwich Village, New York
Has a stamp of approval from Michelin Travel & Lifestyle and Village Voice
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Chefs FeedAugust 2, 2016I've had every dish at Soto, and this dish—thinly sliced, Long Island fluke with sea salt, lime juice and a touch of yuzu zest—exemplifies the chef's outstandingly simple touch. Read more
Harumi UAugust 24, 2014If you walked by without knowing, you would miss the place. Once you are inside, you are greeted by very serene atmosphere and beautifully presented food. Make sure to try something sea urchin.
Mel DogApril 15, 2013Incredible. Particularly the uni cocktail, uni tempura, and the karei karaage. Don't be a fool and come here and order sushi rolls; it's worth it to spend the extra money for their uni delicacies.
Annie TolochinskiSeptember 17, 2014Seared salmon cured with black truffle salt, toro tar tare (!) the uni cocktail and the special spicy tuna tar tare roll were standouts.
Judy CariApril 2, 2014My favs was the chopped kampachi with wasabi tobiko and soy foam on the side, and citrus salmon app. This is a sit down, sip ur hakkaisan, indulge urself dinner, not a grab and go sushi joint.
Olessya KNovember 13, 2012Wow! Unmarked entrance. Modern decor. Uber creative yet incredible flavors. Rather expensive and very small but perfectly designed portions. The most unique and delicious Japanese resto. 5 ★s!
Dina RughaniDecember 3, 2014Try the lobster with uni ( delicious) and the fluke. If you are really hungry try the tasting menu (omikaze)
- Lindsay CJuly 8, 2015Hands down the best sushi and sashimi in the west village. High quality, super fresh fish, and such a variety. Awesome saki menu too!
Elynn LeeAugust 13, 2014The omakase is great. If you like uni, then this is the place for you! You'll leave super full and satisfied with everything.
impeccable sushi. love all the apps..miso soup w/ lobster...scallop sushi plus anything fresh that day. top 5 sushi spot in city (maybe even top 3)
Gloria ChinApril 25, 2014get the egg custard, uni ika sugomori zukuri, botan ebi carpaccio w/ uni, steamed lobster and uni mousse & geoduck salad
Lawrence LenihanMay 11, 2012Excellent - amazing steamed lobster, omakase sushi, snapper carpaccio. Served us way too much sake. Their fault, not ours for ordering too much! :) (4 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more
The Corcoran GroupOctober 3, 2011This discreetly hidden and modern Japanese restaurant is quite expensive but you’ll be rewarded with culinary masterpieces…Omakase is the way to go.- S. FanMarch 8, 2012This place from decorations to services feel very authentic. Typical Tokyo style. While the food is fresh and tasty, it is not traditional Japanese cuisine. It has a modern touch.
Omer ZachJune 24, 2012Get a seat at the bar, and order one of the omakase options and/or any/everything with "uni" in the name (even if you usually hate uni!)
Kate KJune 18, 2013Vegetarian options are scarce, and it took 2 HOURS to receive my cucumber roll. No joke. Super pretty presentation though. Fish eaters seemed happy enough. Definitely a dining event, not a quick meal.
Ajit VergheseFebruary 19, 2012two Michelin stars: dishes like chopped kampachi amber jack with wasabi tobiko, pine nuts, & soy foam. Pitch-perfect chawanmushi and bonkers plate of uni tempura.
Val TJune 27, 2015Omakase is 1/2 innovative dishes, 1/2 traditional sushi. Make sure you have around three hours to spare if you go down this route.
refinery29August 3, 2014What to Order: Ask the chef, as what's fresh changes daily. (We can safely suggest sake, though.) Read more
DishEnvyOctober 2, 2012Everything uni and truffle is worth an order here. Or combined the two with the indulgent, 4-star Lobster w/ Uni Mousse.
Fee OMarch 15, 2015AMAZING SASHIMI and sushi plates. Fresh, soft made to order sushi. Seriously heaven.
Jack JAugust 29, 2015Incredible, everything on the menu was incredibly savory and unique. Not to be missed!
Michelin Travel & LifestyleDecember 2, 2013Expect precise preparations of raw fish, like rich bigeye tuna with avocado coulis, uni with wasabi, and ebi tartare. – Green Guide Editor
- Michelin Travel & LifestyleAugust 16, 2011For the best experience, speak the word omakase. Whether you’re doing the full monty or just sushi or sashimi, put yourself in the meticulous chef’s hands. - Inspector
Village VoiceSeptember 12, 2013Run by the "Brangelina" of sushi, Soto is the most extravagant mom-and-pop sushi shop in NYC.
Get the lobster and mango appetizer, the tuna tartare, and the sushi nigiri...best sushi I've had outside of Japan
TheoryApril 29, 2011NY. Elegant and fresh downtown sushi spot. Our must-haves Steamed Lobster With Uni Mousse and the sushi omakase.
Susan LohDecember 4, 2012Save room for their mango mochi. It actually tastes like fresh mango unlike many other mango flavored desserts.
Caitlin Nguyen-FerranteJuly 9, 2010My new favorite Japanese place. West Village, innovative, uber fresh dishes, nigiri, rolls, sashimi..WOW. Spectacular. Heaven re-defined....
Virginia ChanOctober 13, 2012Do not to make your reservation based upon when you want to arrive, but based on when you want to leave as the service at McDonalds allows for more appreciation! Try Jewel Bako instead
Mia Dwi MayantiJuly 9, 2010My new favorite Japanese place. West Village, innovative, uber fresh dishes, nigiri, rolls, sashimi..WOW. Spectacular.
Mike ZAugust 7, 2011Meticulously put together edibleness. Tiny and pungent flavors provide a savory light meal. In other words awesome food.
Try the Steamed Lobster With Uni Mousse - Looked like a flower and tasted very good
Bea RamosNovember 3, 2014Must go if you are uni lover. However, a bit expensive for the small portions.- Try the Uni Ika Sugomori Zukuri - A must try. A bit of sweet and crunch from ika
- Try the Wild Snapper Carpoccio - A little bit sour nice presentation!
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Soto
357 Avenue of the Americas (btwn 4th St & Washington Pl)
New York, NY 10014
United States
New York, NY 10014
United States
Permanently closed (Show more)
- Mon–Sat
- 6:00 PM–11:30 PM
(212) 414-3088
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"Excellent post-Broadway destination. Good value for the price, try one of their tasting menus. Nice atmosphere for Midtown. Efficient service. All sushi dishes were very fresh."
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