Masa
(212) 823-9800
10 Columbus Cir, 4th Fl
New York,
NY
10019
40.7678
-73.9815
Neighborhoods: Midtown, Clinton
What People Are Saying About Masa
The Editor
Allison Austin
Citysearch
The Scene
Calming earth tones and an absence of decoration--with the exception of live bamboo posts in a shallow pool behind the sushi bar--put the focus on Chef Masa Takayama and his expert team of cooks. There's a quiet, humble reverence in their work; it is anything but showy, yet exhilarating to watch. Servers blend seamlessly into the background, keeping tiny sake cups full and replacing dishes without intruding. Diners are pampered but not fussed over.
The Food
Takayama accepts nothing short of the highest quality seafood. Cool uni floats in the mouth and melts onto the tongue. Can that mild, buttery white fish actually be mackerel? From the velvety toro tartare topped with an obscene amount of caviar, to the buttery foie gras and lobster shabu shabu, then finally to bite after bite of perfectly proportioned sushi, every piece of fish is the best of its kind.
User Reviews
Dior46
June 09, 2009
The restaurant is small but seating is limited so the tables and the sushi counter is pretty spacious. The decor is simple but elegant. My boyfriend and I sat at the counter for dinner for his bday. We had six appetizers and 22+ pieces of sushi each and of course dessert. Each course was unique in its own way and delicious. There was not one course I was disappointed in. The service was phenomenal. They were very attentive and accomodating. At the end of the sushi part of the meal, the chef offered extra pieces of our favorites. On top of our desserts they gave my boyfriend a green tea cake for his bday. I'm not sure about what other reviewers are saying but they may have confused Masa with Bar Masa or another restaurant entirely. The whole experience was intimate and unique. It is very pricey but worth experience at least once.
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hermanplum
November 25, 2008
This is one of my favorite high end restaurants in The City. A little advice,....go in with no expectation, an open mind, time to spare, and money in your pocket. And hats off to the management, kitchen, & staff for all around excellence.
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PierangeloLanfranchi
October 28, 2008
I can only say that this was an incredible experience. I have been 3 times to Japan and had the pleasure to have dined in some of the best places and Masa is really up there with them. Five star experience from the reception ,service and food second to none. I have been in the culinary industry all my life and this is as good as it gets. Toro tartare with caviar :incredible and so many other dishes I cannot list cause the list would be too long. Well done Masa you deserve my respect and admiration and I will be back
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The Extras:
The prix-fixe omakase (chef's choice) menu ranges from $400 to $600 per person. There is no a la carte menu.
Know Before You Go:
Reservations are required and cancellations must be made 48 hours in advance to avoid a $150 per-person charge.
What to Drink:
A brief selection of cold sakes is offered, including a crisp, clean Momenya otokoyama ($24).
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Quiet, Fine Dining, Private Rooms, Business Dining, Group Dining, Dine At The Bar, Prix Fixe Menu
Cuisine:
Notable Chef:
Masa Takayama
