Shimizu Sushi Restaurant
New York, NY 10019
Phone: (212) 581-1581
- Price:
- $$$$
- Cross Street:
- 8th Avenue
- Directions:
- C, E at 50th St
- Hours:
- Mon-Sat 12pm-2:30pm, 5:30pm-10pm
Message from Shimizu Sushi Restaurant
First class Japanese cuisine and authentic Sushi at Midtown West.
- Fresh sushi
- Shochu & Sake
- Free Delivery
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Editorial Review for Shimizu Sushi Restaurant – by Kara Zuaro
The Scene
Located on the ground floor of the Washington-Jefferson Hotel, this lesser-known Japanese spot is an oasis for theater-going foodies. The minimalist, brightly lit front dining room is lined by a long sushi bar, often occupied by Japanese businessmen. Extra-large pen-and-ink drawings of fish give the sushi chefs an elegant backdrop. In the cozier back room, additional tables are set beside a dark wood bar.
The Food
Chef Hisao Shimizu's delectably fresh and generous omakase platter entices sushi connoisseurs. Starting at $30, the daily selection may include rich toro (tuna belly), briny bubles of ikura (salmon roe), and creamy uni (sea urchin). Warming clam miso soup and expertly rolled Mexican maki (made with yellowtail, scallions, avocado, and jalapeno mayonnaise) pair well with a stiff glass of shochu, Japanese liquor with a bite as strong as tequila. Cooling green tea ice cream or decadent chocolate cake ends the meal on a sweet note.
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Insider Tips
What to DrinkShimizu serves a variety of shochu, which can be made from rice, barley, buckwheat, sweet potatoes, or sugar. Beginners may wish to soften the potent beverage with lime and club soda.
Look GoodYour receipt may come back in Japanese, but the friendly staff here is glad to describe drinks and dishes in English--don't be afraid to ask for recommendations.
DeliveryThere is a $20 minimum for delivery orders.
User Reviews for Shimizu Sushi Restaurant
09/29/2008 Posted by marianneee
Excellent service...delicious sushi with a wonderful selection. I have been frequenting this establishment for almost a year now, and I must say that it has never disappointed me yet. The atmosphere is relaxing and the staff couldn't be more polite. Even my nit picking base requirements of my dining experience are always fulfilled without an issue or need to request. I would recommend this restaurant to everyone interested in sushi.
Pros: staff,food
07/21/2008 Posted by sihui
I came to Shimizu based on the recommendations of a Japanese friend. I ordered a Chef-selection plate of mixed sushi and sashimi. There was sea urchin among the selection. At first I dreaded eating it (not an urchin fan!) but to my surprise it tasted really sweet and tasty. It is like slurping a great oyster. The rest, needless to say, is history. My $75 plate had about 8 pieces of very good onigiri (toro, sardine, yellowtail, salmon, sea urchin, sweet shrimp, etc), seared mackerel sashimi, tuna sashimi,
Pros: Fresh seafood, authentic chef, no-frill sushi
Cons: Pricey, small place
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