New York · Sushi · omakase
Masa
SushiOmakaseEdomaeFine DiningMichelinKaiseki
America's most expensive sushi counter — chef Masa Takayama's austere omakase in the Deutsche Bank Center, long the country's only three-Michelin-star Japanese restaurant.
- Price
- ¥¥¥¥
- Area
- Columbus Circle
- Since
- 2004
- Chef
- Masayoshi Takayama
Plate № 10
About
Masayoshi Takayama opened Masa in 2004 after running Ginza Sushiko in Los Angeles, where he first established his reputation for flown-in Japanese fish and a no-menu, no-soy-sauce counter style. The room seats 26 and operates as a single prolonged omakase; the $750-plus ticket includes sushi, small cooked dishes, and truffles in season. Masa held three Michelin stars from the guide's New York debut until 2021 and currently holds two.
Neighborhood & visiting
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
- Chef Masayoshi Takayama — one of the most celebrated sushi masters in the world
- Two Michelin stars; formerly three stars for over a decade
- No menu, no soy sauce — pure edomae at the counter
- 26-seat counter inside Deutsche Bank Center
Bar Masa next door offers a more accessible a la carte menu.
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Frequently asked
About Masa
- Is Masa an authentic sushi restaurant in New York?
- Yes — 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 Masa located?
- Masa is located at https://www.masanyc.com/contact, New York, USA in the Columbus Circle neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Masa?
- 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 Masa?
- Masa sits in the ¥¥¥¥ price range — typical for sushi of this format in New York.
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