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SORA
Omakase / Multi-Concept JapaneseOmakaseKaisekiJapanese Fine DiningGrand Central
Groundbreaking multi-room Japanese omakase concept near Grand Central, backed by Japan's Round One Corporation, opening 2026.
- Price
- ¥¥¥¥
- Area
- Midtown, Manhattan
Plate № 2320
About
SORA represents one of the most ambitious Japanese dining concepts ever to come to New York City. Backed by Japan's publicly listed Round One Corporation, the restaurant signed a 14,430-square-foot lease at One Grand Central Place in October 2025 and subsequently an additional 20,496-square-foot space at 1370 Broadway. The concept comprises five distinct dining rooms, each curated by a different top-tier Japanese chef recruited from Japan's highest-rated establishments, alongside a Tokyo-inspired cocktail room. The scale and institutional backing signal a flagship-level experience designed to set a new standard for Japanese fine dining in America. Opening is anticipated for 2026; no confirmed dates or phone were available at time of publication.
Neighborhood & visiting
SORA sits in Midtown, Manhattan, one of New York's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root.
Why it's on Washoku Guide
- Five distinct dining rooms, each helmed by a different elite Japanese chef — a unique omakase concept.
- Backed by Japan's Round One Corporation, bringing institutional-grade investment to NYC dining.
- Prime Grand Central location across from One Vanderbilt in the heart of Midtown Manhattan.
- A Tokyo cocktail room complements the dining rooms for a full-spectrum Japanese hospitality experience.
Not yet open as of April 2026; lease signed October 2025, anticipated opening in 2026. No phone or hours available.
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Frequently asked
About SORA
- Is SORA an authentic omakase / multi-concept japanese restaurant in New York?
- Yes — SORA is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for omakase / multi-concept japanese in New York: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused kaiseki format.
- Where is SORA located?
- SORA is located at 60 E 42nd St (One Grand Central Place), New York, NY 10165, New York, United States in the Midtown, Manhattan neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at SORA?
- SORA does not publish an online reservation link. Walk-ins may be possible, but for popular kaiseki restaurants in New York we recommend calling ahead.
- What is the price range at SORA?
- SORA sits in the ¥¥¥¥ price range — typical for omakase / multi-concept japanese of this format in New York.
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