Vegan
Japanese
Japanese sushi restaurant offering omakase style service (chef’s choice) with a 15 course meal including one dessert. Relocated from 1204 Broadway. Open Thu 6:00pm-9:00pm, Fri-Sat 5:00pm-10:00pm, Sun 5:00pm-9:00pm. Closed Sun-Tue.
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132 W 47th St, New York City, New York, USA
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- Reservations required
- Wheelchair accessible
- Accepts credit cards
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Added by BradenPollock on 10 Nov 2022
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36 Reviews
First Review by BradenPollock
paultofu
Points +195
Amazing food; ambiance a mix - Edit
Note - at this time in Sanctuary Hotel - no sign outside so easy to miss.
Read moreFirst - 15 courses - most were single bites of absolute heaven. Thoughtful textures and tastes and combinations that were a pleasure to the palate. Only reason for 4 stars vs. 5 was that in a very intimate space there were five diners experiencing the 10-course and 4 experiencing the 15-course. Two chefs were preparing the food right in front of us and describing the courses - but perhaps because I was seated in the middle it was distracting that the chefs were often describing different courses to the two groups at different times. It distracted from the experience. I believe they are working out kinks - And I wouldn’t allow that minor concern to deter anyone from a delicious dining experience.
Updated from previous review on 2026-01-12
Pros: Unique experience, Delicious combinations, Super convenient to Times Square
Cons: Competing audio/descriptions, No sign to identify location
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heheh
Points +684
Simply incredible - Edit
Come here right now and get the 11-course option.
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tigershark
Points +89
Great vegan omakase - Edit
Great experience, 11 courses. The mocktail was refreshing.
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jollieduck
Points +3189
A life-changing experience! - Edit
This place blew our minds. What a delight to have such a deliberate culinary experience, from the creative courses to the mindful eating, to the vegan ingredients.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-09-22
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hwing
Points +2637
What a special, unique, and intimate dining experience! - Edit
Booked a reservation for a Saturday evening with only a few days notice. Strict lateness policy (grace period for 10 minutes) due to scheduled serving times for the 11-course or 15-course meal. Seated at a private room that’s cozy with bar, high-top seating (surrounding the chef’s table), which is limited to about 10 people in total. It was a bit tricky to find (as it’s located to the left of the bar in the back of the ground floor of the hotel).
Read moreOverall, it was fun and unique experience! Very fitting for a special occasion. It feels like dinner and a show (as you watch the chefs assemble the sushi in live time). One thing to note: given the nature of the omakase experience, it was a bit hard to have a flowing uninterrupted conversation.
My friend and I opted for the 11-course meal but will definitely try the 15-course meal in the future. Not the most filling but still very much worth it. Only 2 courses were less appealing to me (e.g., too perfume-y in taste) but most of them were fantastic and very unique flavor profiles. Designed to be eaten with your hands in one bite. The whole experience lasted about an hour. The chefs noted they change the menu every season.
Only cons: (1) Was supposed to include dessert but wasn’t offered (but perhaps this only applies to the 15-course option); (2) Feels like you’re missing out when you witness the other parties be served the four other courses; and (3) Was not clearly outlined which was the final course and was abruptly asked to leave the dining space to make room for the next scheduled reservation.
Updated from previous review on 2025-08-18
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vanattaboy
Points +1129
AMAZING! - Edit
I can’t recommend this enough! The food was so inventiveand unique, it was amazing to get to speak with the chef. I want to come back! 
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-08-16
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IronJuice
Points +1573
Very good omakase experience - Edit
Liked most of the plates except for the one with cilantro.
Read moreMy most favourite is the dehydrated watermelon sushi.
I think the technique can be more refined, the same for ingredients.
100USD per person.
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jadaruss
Points +2089
Such a great experience - Edit
Went here for my birthday and had so much fun! Didn’t enjoy every dish so 4/5 but it was so fun and the dishes I did enjoy were phenomenal
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HannahP96
Points +525
Very private and cozy - Edit
We had a 5pm seating and there was only one other couple, so it felt very intimate. The room is styled like a private library. We enjoyed the inventiveness of the dishes, and a few were standouts, with no duds. The chef explained each dish briefly and let us experience them without distraction. They change the menu seasonally. We liked the pace of the meal as we were seeing a show afterward. (This is not a place you can linger, although there is a bar right outside the door of the tasting room.)
Read morePros: Cozy ambience, Good value for NYC, Variety of flavors
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villain
Points +9370
Interesting - Edit
The ingredient combinations and flavors were interesting. I felt that some of the courses were really successful, but many needed work. The ideas are great and just need a little more experimenting. None were terrible, but I enjoyed only 3 or 4 of the 15 courses. Their menu will be changing in a couple of weeks, so maybe it will be better soon. The plating, creativity, and presentation are all good.
Read morePlease note that they add a $20 tip to the bill by default, and then they give you the option to tip even more on top of that.
The restaurant is hard to find. It's in a hotel with no signage saying Omakaseed. They seated us very late, after our reservation time, even though we got there on time. The service was friendly though. But the whole experience felt a bit rushed. Also, the patrons were split into two groups, with one chef serving each group. One group had a chef who explained all the dishes more in depth, and one group had a chef who didn't say as much.
At this price point, I expect more..
Updated from previous review on 2025-05-04
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Artfulaction
Points +185
So yummy - Edit
Loved this experience. The flavors were great and it’s very fun to get the bougie experience with all the tastings made in front of you. The menu rotates often. Loved the final course with gold leaf on a pear dessert.
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AmandaLehman
Points +97
Great flavor and presentation - Edit
I love that each item is made in front of you and served one at a time. They are very creative with the items, using whole foods and flavors that just pair so well together, even if it's unexpected.
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steveveg
Points +3067
Fantastic Experience - Edit
We had a great dinner here. Each of the 15 dishes were unusual and inventive. The flavors and sensations changed with each dish. The chef pieces together the next dish while you are eating, then explains what it is when he hands them to you. At times, the dishes come at such a quick pace and leave little time in between bites. Altogether a wonderful experience.
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BeanThereDownedThat
Points +271
One of the best in NYC - Edit
We tried 15 different things, each one was amazing and brilliantly I thought out. I can only imagine the time that goes into making these things, and designing these recipes. Can't wait to go back!
Read morePros: The food, The price, The place
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AnitaDollar
Points +5801
I feel so lucky I got to eat here - Edit
Living in Japan for 7 years, you'd think I've had my fair share of omakase - but in Japan, I have not seen a vegan version yet. Chef Brian was amazing and we loved each and every of the 15 edible artworks he presented to us - for me the cabbage mochi and watermelon pieces stood out.
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Poundie
Points +19036
Transcendent food experience - Edit
Of all the places I have reviewed for Happy Cow, I think this might be my favorite. It is more than a restaurant, it is an experience.
Read moreThe service here is omakase style--that is, the menu is fixed, you reserve a 60-minute time slot for your meal (you must reserve in advance), you sit at a long table, and you are served each of the food items in turn as the chef prepares them in front of you and explains each food item that you are served, how it should be eaten, etc. This format is evidently common for sushi places, but since I don't eat (fish) sushi, I was new to the omakase experience, and I can't imagine a better place to start off with than this one.
The surroundings here are elegant, the servers very attentive and friendly, and the food is out of this world. The menu consisted of 15 items, each creative, subtle, and delicious. I was with two others whom I met through Happy Cow--we were all blown away.
#Veganuary
Updated from previous review on 2025-01-13
Pros: The food, surroundings, service, experience
Cons: This is *not* for those on a tight budget
craigmc
So jealous! Wish I could visit too!
Read moreEmdotAlice
💯 This is an amazing experience!
Read moreJJones315
Totally agree with your review! This is a Top Vegan Dining Destination in NYC.
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EmdotAlice and JJones315--ever since seeing your reviews of Omakaseed, I have been eager to try it . . . and I finally made it!
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RavishingRavenous
Points +3546
Insane Sushi Experience - Edit
Omakaseed is a speakeasy vegan sushi bar located within the Santuary Hotel, straight in and left of the bar. Between two chefs, they can seat up to 10 guests at a time. A very fun and intimate experience. We ordered a flight of sake to share, and the boogie 15 course meal. Every bite was absolutely divine and hit, the best vegan sushi we have tasted and have eaten at michelin listed sushi places before.
Read moreI have a cashew sensitivity and super happy they were able to accomodate by omitting butter which contains cashew milk. My sushi was prepared further away but still together on the same plate which is not a problrm for me. But if someone is seriously allergic there are risks of cross contamination.
We ate a light snack a few hours before since our train was late coming in and we missed our lunch reservation. We left content but not overly stuffed. Omakaseed offers an 11 course meal, which I would try, but if you are hungry, would definitely recommend the 15 course meal.
Total came out to $300 with the sake and tip. A bit spendy for most but highly recommend if you are looking for a nice occasion out!
Updated from previous review on 2024-12-01
Pros: Every sushi hit, accomodating to food sensitivities, worth the experience
Cons: a bit hard to find - inside santuary hotel, serious allergies could have cross contamination, spendy
craigmc
I would love to go here! ❤️🌱🙌
Read moreRavishingRavenous
highly recommend if visiting nyc!!
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RBlank
Points +100
Worth it! - Edit
An amazing meal by chef Cam! I definitely want to go back next time I pass though NYC! We did the full 15 course experience. Many of those courses are 1 bite of sushi, so it's not a huge meal. It's a nice meal, though, and filling enough. You might have room for dessert afterwards. They change the menu a few times a year. One of our pieces of sushi had caviar made of 100 year old balsamic vinegar topped with gold leaf! It was a lovely dining experience! Dinner for 2 people plus 1 soda was $234.
Read morePros: All vegan!, Delicious! , New and fun
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katiesmz
Points +68
WOW - Edit
This meal was amazing - so well thought out and a lovely experience. Definitely some of the best food I’ve had. On the expensive side but in my opinion worth it!
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RitvikaSharma
Points +288
Fantastic!! - Edit
Such an amazing experience, delicious food, great service, nice ambience. Everything was perfect. If you enjoy food experiences, this is a must!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-10-11
Pros: Chef prepares everything right in front of you, All vegan, Delicious food
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Marta_C
Points +273
Mind blowing experience - Edit
What a great find Omakaseed was. The restaurant is located inside the Sanctuary hotel just off Times Square in a beautifully curated room that looks like a library. The chef prepares all dishes in front of you, which makes the experience even more special. I was blown away by the depth of flavours and the texture of the courses we tried - I struggled to find anything I didn't like! The plantain, watermelon and aubergine sushi were probably my favourite, but everything was utterly outstanding.
Read morePros: High quality food , Location, Friendly staff
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Urdasato
Points +844
Wonderful! - Edit
We had the vegan 15 course Omakase. It was creative and tasty. I like the small bar/library space with just 10 seats overlooking the chef making each piece though I’d go for a bit quieter relaxing music instead of their playlists. The staff was professional and cordial. Great for a special occasion.
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MathildeB
Points +361
Speechless - Edit
Wow wow wow!!!! This is clearly the best meal I ever had! I took the regular menu, but I will be back to try the boogie version. So worth the money, this experience was out of this world! There is 2 chefs and 10 guests which made a very unique and intimate ambiance. The service was excellent (around 3-4 waitors for 10 guests). Make a reservation a few weeks before your NY trip!
Read morePros: Heavenly food, Service , Ambiance
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EvansKV1975
Points +106
Incredible - Edit
Amazing food and experience. The quality and taste was incredible, the chef explained each of the 15 courses. Highly recommend!
Read morePros: Food quality , Experience of live cooking , Intimate venue
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EmdotAlice
Points +6077
Take my money - Edit
The omakase was so delicious I don’t think I can really do it justice with a review. Every bite was mind blowing. I recommend getting the bougie full version. The flavors and textures were all so good—the king oyster mushroom with truffle might have been my favorite. The staff are very friendly as well.
Read moreOne thing to note that this place is not obvious to find. The address as a few restaurant signs out front. You’re looking for the O. Go through the doors and go straight to the back. You can also ask someone and they can let you know where to go.
Run, don’t walk. This place was amazing, might even be better than Bloom in Paris / Montreal? We’ll have to go back to compare!
craigmc
looks amazing.
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JJones315
Points +2333
Sublime - Edit
My first experience with Omakaseed was at their pop-up several months ago. This new version - is a much better experience. Let’s begin with the location: hidden away in the rear lobby of a Midtown hotel, it feels like a secret. All diners sit at a bar on surprisingly comfortable stools in a small, chicly decorated room.
Read moreNow for the food - really, REALLY tasty and creative. It is expensive, as all such establishments are, but for those who can, please go. You will never think of vegan sushi in the same way again.
Updated from previous review on 2024-04-20
Pros: Fabulous tasting vegan sushi, Excellent service, Great for special occasions and/or date nights
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mazinha
Points +342
Fantastic! - Edit
Just had an amazing dinner at Omakaseed. If you can, I’d really recommend the “bougie” 15 course experience - some dishes like the jackfruit and the oyster nigiri were very special. Really enjoyed the experience and would definitely recommend.
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