Matsuri
New York, NY 10011-5902
Phone: (212) 243-6400
- Price:
- $$
- Cross Street:
- Ninth Avenue
- Directions:
- A, C, E; L at 14th St
- Hours:
- Sun-Wed 6pm-12am, Thu-Sat 6pm-1am
Message from Matsuri
Japanese Food & Wine Tasting Event-April 16th
- Traditional Japanese Cuisine
- Full Bar - Specialty Cocktails
- Sake Sommelier
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Editorial Review for Matsuri – by Allison Austin
The Scene
Thin, curving wood beams cover the ceiling, lending a sense of flowing grace to the cavernous space. The bar is perched high above the dining room; tables near the railing are prime for people-watching. Down a steep set of stairs, a sushi bar hides at one end of a dining room packed with attractive Meatpacking District regulars. Service is a bit haphazard at the front door, but smoother once seated.
The Food
Sushi and sashimi are made with admirably fresh fish, but Chef Tadashi Ono's Japanese fare is the true draw: silken yellowtail in bright yuzu pepper sauce, dotted with wasabi; thin slices of raw Kobe-style beef adorned with just a bit of mustard sauce; and a play on the traditional sushi roll with chopped eel replacing rice and thin strips of cucumber acting as nori. Among the large plates, sumptuous, silky sake-marinated cod and whole fried sea bass stand out.
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Insider Tips
What to DrinkSake by the glass ($7 to $11) and Asian-inspired cocktails--including the "sakenade ginger" made with sake, ginger and lemon juice--are ideal pre-dinner drinks. There are also several wines on the list in the $30 to $40 range that pair nicely with Asian cuisine.
User Reviews for Matsuri
07/15/2008 Posted by 1food1lover1
Nothing much to say here except it was a great place. Good food, good service, good drinks. I will most def return again!
Pros: everything
Cons: nothing
06/18/2008 Posted by harlemhoney
Even though the place is really big, each table is quite personal and private. I had a first date there and it was a really nice place. Had a drink at the bar and then ate dinner....the food was good and the service was good as well.
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful
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