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Bar Masa

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The more accessible sibling to Masa — Bar Masa at Columbus Circle offers à la carte sushi and Japanese dishes from chef Masayoshi Takayama's team at a lower threshold.

Price
¥¥¥
Area
Columbus Circle
Since
2004
Chef
Masayoshi Takayama
Bar Masa — authentic sushi restaurant in New York, Columbus Circle
Plate № 220
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About
Bar Masa opened in 2004 alongside the main Masa counter at the Shops at Columbus Circle, providing a walk-in-friendly alternative to Masa's reservation-only omakase. The bar menu draws on the same Japanese sourcing philosophy with sushi, cooked dishes, and shabu-shabu available à la carte. It shares Takayama's kitchen team and quality standards at roughly one-third of the main room's price.
Neighborhood & visiting

Bar Masa sits in Columbus Circle, one of New York's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. Reservations are available online — for a focused sushi counter this is strongly recommended. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional sushi restaurants often close between service periods.

Why it's on Washoku Guide
  • Shares Masa's kitchen and sourcing — Masayoshi Takayama's team
  • À la carte format — no fixed-price commitment required
  • Walk-in friendly — easier access than the main Masa counter
  • Premium Japanese ingredients at a more approachable price
Links
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Frequently asked

About Bar Masa

Is Bar Masa an authentic sushi restaurant in New York?
Yes — Bar Masa is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for sushi in New York: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused sushi format.
Where is Bar Masa located?
Bar Masa is located at The Shops at Columbus Circle, 10 Columbus Circle, 4th Floor, New York, NY 10019, New York, USA in the Columbus Circle neighborhood.
Do I need a reservation at Bar Masa?
Bar Masa accepts reservations online. For an authentic sushi experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
What is the price range at Bar Masa?
Bar Masa sits in the ¥¥¥ price range — typical for sushi of this format in New York.
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