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Sushi Ishikawa
SushiOmakaseEdomaeMichelinUpper East Side
A Michelin-starred omakase counter on East 74th Street — quiet, focused, and representative of the best traditional Edomae sushi practice in the Upper East Side.
- Price
- ¥¥¥¥
- Area
- Upper East Side
- Since
- 2017
Plate № 190
About
Sushi Ishikawa opened in 2017 on East 74th Street and has held a Michelin star for its careful, traditional omakase. The counter seats a small number of guests each evening for a focused succession of nigiri, each piece prepared individually and served in sequence. The restaurant draws on Edomae technique with seasonal Japanese fish.
Neighborhood & visiting
Sushi Ishikawa sits in Upper East Side, 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
- Michelin One Star for traditional omakase
- Edomae technique — vinegar-seasoned rice, seasonal neta
- Small, intimate counter on the Upper East Side
- Fish sourced seasonally from Japan
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Frequently asked
About Sushi Ishikawa
- Is Sushi Ishikawa an authentic sushi restaurant in New York?
- Yes — Sushi Ishikawa 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 Sushi Ishikawa located?
- Sushi Ishikawa is located at 419 East 74th Street, New York, NY 10021, USA, New York, USA in the Upper East Side neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Sushi Ishikawa?
- Sushi Ishikawa accepts reservations online. For an authentic sushi experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
- What is the price range at Sushi Ishikawa?
- Sushi Ishikawa sits in the ¥¥¥¥ price range — typical for sushi of this format in New York.
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