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24 Peck Slip (at Front St.)
New York, NY 10038 40.7089 -74.002

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Neighborhoods: Financial District (Wall Street), Downtown, Financial District

SUTEISHI.COM

Hours:

Mon-Thu, noon-3:30pm and 5:30pm-11pm

Fri, noon-3:30pm and 5:30pm-midnight

Sat, noon-midnight

Sun, 5pm-10pm

Last updated 4.14.11

Category:

Restaurants

Payment Methods:

American Express, Visa, Discover, MasterCard

Catering Services:

Restaurant Management

Restaurant Special Features:

Lunch Spot, Business Dining, Outdoor Dining

Cuisine:

Japanese, Sushi

What People Are Saying About Suteishi

Featured Review

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Sushi bar has a diverse menu of fresh sashimi and a hip, modern decor infused with traditional Asian style.

Editor's Tips

Where to Sit:
Grab a seat outdoors and enjoy a nice New York evening.
ambiance
96.42999649047852% positive
  1. The place was beautiful with great views of the Brooklyn Bridge.
  2. Suteishi is an upbeat, romantic place with great ambiance.
  3. Our waitress was extremely friendly, the food was delicious, the ambiance was very nice, and the manager was very personable.
  4. Food is excellent, service is attentive, the atmosphere is relaxed without being a "scene" or overbearingly chic, and the prices are certainly fair (food is probably equivalent to Nobu, but without the outlandish prices!)
  5. The decor is great, the service is wonderful, and I know I will definitely go back!
  6. Nice comfortable neighborhood restaurant where I always have consistent food and service.
  7. Although I was a bit chilly sitting by the large glass garage doors, the amazing views of the Brooklyn Bridge made up for it.
  8. Afterwards, walk a block to the water's edge for the best view of the Brooklyn Bridge the city has to offer.
  9. The staff is very friendly and attentive, and I was impressed with their interest in creating a fun and relaxing environment.
  10. This Japanese restaurant had a great ambiance with its deep red ceiling and intricately patterned walls.
  11. great atmosphere!
  12. Although small, tables are not cramped together and there is a very open atmosphere (not to mention that you can see an amazing view of the Brooklyn Bridge).
  13. There are also large windows which overlook cobble stone streets and allow you to take in a fabulous view of the Brooklyn Bridge.
  14. The atmosphere is versatile enough for a night out with friends, families with kids or even those looking to enjoy a delicious meal with a loved one.
  15. The hot rocks are fun for children and out of towners.
  16. visited for the first time a month ago, and have already returned for the sushi and the hot rocks, as well as the relaxing decor and attentive and friendly staff.
  17. The hosts and waitstaff were super friendly and accomodating and made us feel so comfortable!
  18. We were also sitting by the area where they opened their "garage doors" so we had a nice view and had a nice breeze.
  19. Good food, attentive service and good location.
  20. The location of the restaurant is cool.
  21. The atmosphere is relaxing and the staff is friendly and attentive if a bit slow in the beginning with a full house.
  22. This place stands out as a quality sit down restaurant, suitable for family dinners, get-togethers, romantic dates, or a nice refreshing getaway.
  23. Since the restaurant is mainly windows, you get a great view of the Brooklyn Bridge (quite stunning in the evening) and the ambience is cozy and friendly, yet sophisticated.
  24. Wanted to Share this coool sushi restaurant, loved the decor-very neuvo, loved the sushi-very fresh.
  25. They have indoor and outdoor seating, a big clean bathroom, and relaxed candle lit, yet very modern decor.
  26. highly recommend Suteishi for the excellent food and friendly down-to-earth atmosphere.
  27. Well, the people certainly were nice, and the decor was sort of interesting, but I went there for
  28. Although we enjoyed the service and atmosphere of dining in the restaurant we are definitely ordering in from Suteishi next time because it is getting too cold to trek over to Front Street.
dessert
88.88999938964844% positive
  1. also highly recommend the lychee ice cream.
  2. Since I'm a dessert freak, I especially enjoyed the "mochi" desert (cold, rice flour puffs filled with mango, coffee or vanilla ice cream) and deep fried bananas drizzled in syrup and powdered sugar.
  3. Everything was fantastic, the sushi (oh so buttery), the cooked goods, the desserts and the staff.
drinks
80.95000267028809% positive
  1. For cocktails my girlfriend went with a cold sake recommendation and I went with Orion beer.
  2. highly recommend this spot for a great sushi and check out the sushi bar with Jimmy!
  3. This restaurant is great for lunch, dinner or even an after work drink.
  4. Just give him a chance, sit a the sushi bar and tell him a little about what you like, he will get your taste almost insistently and make you this amazing food that is exactly what you craved.
  5. My friend enjoyed her hot food but I believe the sushi bar to be Suteishi's real strength.
  6. Fresh fish, tasty tapas, and high quality sake, beer and wine will draw you in.
  7. Since I'm a dessert freak, I especially enjoyed the "mochi" desert (cold, rice flour puffs filled with mango, coffee or vanilla ice cream) and deep fried bananas drizzled in syrup and powdered sugar.
food quality
92.58000373840332% positive
  1. Food is excellent, service is attentive, the atmosphere is relaxed without being a "scene" or overbearingly chic, and the prices are certainly fair (food is probably equivalent to Nobu, but without the outlandish prices!)
  2. My co-worker is not a sushi eater but fully enjoyed the eggplant, filet mignon hot rock (he cooked it himself on a "hot rock") and the udon soup.
  3. The food was also a fantastic surprise, especially the sashimi which was VERY FRESH.
  4. great food.
  5. can't say the sushi was decent.
  6. Jimmy and Jacky really take care of you and make amazing dishes: it's like art.
  7. love japanese food and it was especially nice to see some unique dishes on the menu that I have not seen at other japanese restaurants.
  8. The beef negimaki was very tasty and the crispy shrimp just perfect.
  9. The waitress explained that the menu offered tried and true favorite dishes in addition to new, cool and interesting selections.
  10. While the menu could be bigger, and I would enjoy more choices, I would much rather choose from a few dishes and know they will be satisfying and fresh, than order from a huge menu with only a few good items.
  11. pricey sushi
  12. The noodle soups were tasty, but could have been a bit larger.
  13. Onto the food, I love their special rolls, the Red Dragon being my favorite!
  14. thought the sushi was delicious and fresh, and didn?
  15. This was my fifth visit and having tried most of the menu, I would highly recommend the deep fried oysters (could eat this every night), seaweed salad lightly seasoned with ginger, lip smacking eggplant, dragon rolls, seafood topped noodles, the chef's sp
  16. am so excited to have found an excellent sushi restaurant on Peck Slip.
  17. The seaweed salad is amazing, everything is just so tasty.
  18. highly recommend Suteishi for the excellent food and friendly down-to-earth atmosphere.
  19. Fresh fish, tasty tapas, and high quality sake, beer and wine will draw you in.
  20. Just give him a chance, sit a the sushi bar and tell him a little about what you like, he will get your taste almost insistently and make you this amazing food that is exactly what you craved.
  21. the fish was good, though.
  22. Everything was fantastic, the sushi (oh so buttery), the cooked goods, the desserts and the staff.
  23. Good food, attentive service and good location.
  24. Everything was delicious, though I wish the spicy shrimp appetizer was bigger.
  25. The "Sushi / Sashimi" platters were fresh and presented gorgeously.
  26. recommend this place if you like Japanese food with a modern feel to it.
  27. With notably fresh sushi and sashimi and a wide variety of original roll creations, the rotating sushi staff (including the wide renown Tanaka Shigenori) never fails to amaze me.
  28. Great sushi and great service!
  29. They not only have the typical rolls and sushi that you are used to seeing at any Japansese restaurant, but also have unique ingredients that add a great, different taste (try the Eel on Top Roll).
  30. visited for the first time a month ago, and have already returned for the sushi and the hot rocks, as well as the relaxing decor and attentive and friendly staff.
  31. absolutely love this place, firstly for its food, secondly for its friendly staff that provides a great service.
  32. great place to meet friends and have a nice little sushi dinner!
  33. The atmosphere is versatile enough for a night out with friends, families with kids or even those looking to enjoy a delicious meal with a loved one.
  34. Since I'm a dessert freak, I especially enjoyed the "mochi" desert (cold, rice flour puffs filled with mango, coffee or vanilla ice cream) and deep fried bananas drizzled in syrup and powdered sugar.
  35. absolutely loved the salmon cerviche and the fried oysters - all recommended by the host.
  36. Compared to other sushi restaurants, the quality is great, but could be more creative.
  37. We went with her suggestions and had a variety of the traditional sushi and sashimi but tried many unique, interesting types of rolls.
  38. Suteishi features some of the freshest sushi and sashimi I've experienced along with unique fusion rolls and an extremely friendly and knowledgeable staff.
  39. highly recommend this spot for a great sushi and check out the sushi bar with Jimmy!
  40. love the sushi rolls here, the appetizers are great, and it's not pretentious.
  41. Our waitress was extremely friendly, the food was delicious, the ambiance was very nice, and the manager was very personable.
  42. The appetizer "Hot Fried Shrimps" was delicious (I recommend it highly)!
  43. Nice comfortable neighborhood restaurant where I always have consistent food and service.
  44. the food is impeccable and the service is even better.
  45. The sushi is good but not great.
  46. The ingredients are always extremely fresh and used very well.
  47. Wanted to Share this coool sushi restaurant, loved the decor-very neuvo, loved the sushi-very fresh.
  48. The seaweed salad was also delicious.
  49. An excellent choice if you enjoy flavorful meat that melts in your mouth.
  50. This is a great restaurant for NYU students dorming at Water St. I have eaten at many of the other restaurants in the area, was sick of slow, rude service, and typical American food.
  51. Great sushi at South Street Seaport
  52. My friend enjoyed her hot food but I believe the sushi bar to be Suteishi's real strength.
  53. the "pearl" roll was excellent with fried oysters inside, however i wish they didnt use immitation crab on top because i am allergic.
menu variety
85.0% positive
  1. The menu offers you your standard Japanese favorites but upon deeper inspection you will notice some very unique selections.
  2. This was my fifth visit and having tried most of the menu, I would highly recommend the deep fried oysters (could eat this every night), seaweed salad lightly seasoned with ginger, lip smacking eggplant, dragon rolls, seafood topped noodles, the chef's sp
  3. love japanese food and it was especially nice to see some unique dishes on the menu that I have not seen at other japanese restaurants.
  4. Suteishi's menu is unique.
  5. But the menu did specify that if you have allergies they will be happy to accommodate you in any way but i didn't ask, i just took it off.
  6. With notably fresh sushi and sashimi and a wide variety of original roll creations, the rotating sushi staff (including the wide renown Tanaka Shigenori) never fails to amaze me.
  7. the menu is not too extensive but well balanced.
  8. The waitress explained that the menu offered tried and true favorite dishes in addition to new, cool and interesting selections.
  9. We went with her suggestions and had a variety of the traditional sushi and sashimi but tried many unique, interesting types of rolls.
  10. While the menu could be bigger, and I would enjoy more choices, I would much rather choose from a few dishes and know they will be satisfying and fresh, than order from a huge menu with only a few good items.
overall
85.0% positive
  1. live close by, so I have been going to Suteishi since they opened, but I really want to let everyone know what a great place it is.
  2. This is by far my new favorite Japanese restaurant.
  3. great place to meet friends and have a nice little sushi dinner!
  4. This is a great restaurant for NYU students dorming at Water St. I have eaten at many of the other restaurants in the area, was sick of slow, rude service, and typical American food.
return potential
100.0% positive
  1. The decor is great, the service is wonderful, and I know I will definitely go back!
service
93.81999969482422% positive
  1. highly recommend Suteishi for the excellent food and friendly down-to-earth atmosphere.
  2. absolutely love this place, firstly for its food, secondly for its friendly staff that provides a great service.
  3. Since the restaurant is mainly windows, you get a great view of the Brooklyn Bridge (quite stunning in the evening) and the ambience is cozy and friendly, yet sophisticated.
  4. Great sushi and great service!
  5. The service was excellent!
  6. The service was quick and my waiter was extremely friendly and knowledge.
  7. Everything was fantastic, the sushi (oh so buttery), the cooked goods, the desserts and the staff.
  8. The service is always so friendly and it's nice to sit outside when the weather is good.
  9. The modern setting, friendly staff and casual vibe were all welcming.
  10. Good food, attentive service and good location.
  11. Although we enjoyed the service and atmosphere of dining in the restaurant we are definitely ordering in from Suteishi next time because it is getting too cold to trek over to Front Street.
  12. (I contribute the slow service to some of the kinks that come with a new place.)
  13. The hostess is a doll and the service is always impeccable.
  14. The staff is very friendly and the service is prompt.
  15. The decor is great, the service is wonderful, and I know I will definitely go back!
  16. But the outstanding service and beautiful interior design will have you coming back for more.
  17. Suteishi features some of the freshest sushi and sashimi I've experienced along with unique fusion rolls and an extremely friendly and knowledgeable staff.
  18. The atmosphere is relaxing and the staff is friendly and attentive if a bit slow in the beginning with a full house.
  19. Our waitress was extremely friendly, the food was delicious, the ambiance was very nice, and the manager was very personable.
  20. The staff is very friendly and attentive, and I was impressed with their interest in creating a fun and relaxing environment.
  21. all of this is really unfortunate, because the host was extremely attentive and the wait staff was friendly.
  22. The hosts and waitstaff were super friendly and accomodating and made us feel so comfortable!
  23. With notably fresh sushi and sashimi and a wide variety of original roll creations, the rotating sushi staff (including the wide renown Tanaka Shigenori) never fails to amaze me.
  24. great people.
  25. Nice comfortable neighborhood restaurant where I always have consistent food and service.
  26. This is a great restaurant for NYU students dorming at Water St. I have eaten at many of the other restaurants in the area, was sick of slow, rude service, and typical American food.
  27. the food is impeccable and the service is even better.
  28. The service was great - extremely friendly and helpful.
  29. The waitress explained that the menu offered tried and true favorite dishes in addition to new, cool and interesting selections.
  30. The crowd was mixed and the staff was very friendly.
  31. My waiter recommended a cold, sweet sake that blended perfectly with my sashimi.
  32. Well, the people certainly were nice, and the decor was sort of interesting, but I went there for
  33. visited for the first time a month ago, and have already returned for the sushi and the hot rocks, as well as the relaxing decor and attentive and friendly staff.
  34. Food is excellent, service is attentive, the atmosphere is relaxed without being a "scene" or overbearingly chic, and the prices are certainly fair (food is probably equivalent to Nobu, but without the outlandish prices!)
value
87.5% positive
  1. pricey sushi
  2. highly recommend this restaurant if you're in the neighborhood, and even if you're not, it's worth the trip!
  3. While the menu could be bigger, and I would enjoy more choices, I would much rather choose from a few dishes and know they will be satisfying and fresh, than order from a huge menu with only a few good items.
  4. went with 3 friends (just imagine 4 fat Korean dudes), we ate til our stomachs almost burst and drank enough sake until our bladders almost popped all for a very reasonable price.
  5. The special rolls averaged around $15 for 8 pieces, which can get pricey if you are super hungry but once in a while a splurge for a great experience is worth it!
  6. Food is excellent, service is attentive, the atmosphere is relaxed without being a "scene" or overbearingly chic, and the prices are certainly fair (food is probably equivalent to Nobu, but without the outlandish prices!)
  7. Desserts were unique too, definitely worth trying as my dinner companion noted.
  8. The prices are reasonable for the quality you're getting.
wait time
60.0% positive
  1. (I contribute the slow service to some of the kinks that come with a new place.)
  2. The atmosphere is relaxing and the staff is friendly and attentive if a bit slow in the beginning with a full house.
  3. The service was quick and my waiter was extremely friendly and knowledge.
  4. This is a great restaurant for NYU students dorming at Water St. I have eaten at many of the other restaurants in the area, was sick of slow, rude service, and typical American food.
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

12/02/09

Best sushi in the area

by MMay at Citysearch

I absolutely love this place, firstly for its food, secondly for its friendly staff that provides a great service. I live close by, so I have been going to Suteishi since they opened, but I really want to let everyone know what a great place it is. Jimmy, the head sushi chef, will wow you with an amazing array of rolls and plates. Just give him a chance, sit a the sushi bar and tell him a little about what you like, he will get your taste almost insistently and make you this amazing food that is exactly what you craved. Believe me, I've seen him do this to many of my friends and he always nails their tastes. The seaweed salad is amazing, everything is just so tasty. I highly recommend this spot for a great sushi and check out the sushi bar with Jimmy!

  • Pros: Great rolls, great staff and sushi chef
  • Cons: None
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

07/14/09

Wow. Best Sushi I've had in NYC (and I eat sushi a lot)

by prettyamy7 at Citysearch

I love the sushi rolls here, the appetizers are great, and it's not pretentious. I go all the time. The service is always so friendly and it's nice to sit outside when the weather is good. The prices are reasonable for the quality you're getting. I've eaten at many high-end, highly-rated sushi places and Suteishi has now become the standard I compare them with....it's still my favorite!

  • Pros: Great food, great service, never crowded
  • Cons: I wish they had a lunch deal
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

03/26/09

From a Customer Satisfied

by Himynameis at Citysearch

Where to begin? Suteishi features some of the freshest sushi and sashimi I’ve experienced along with unique fusion rolls and an extremely friendly and knowledgeable staff. My waiter recommended a cold, sweet sake that blended perfectly with my sashimi. I found their food to be authentic and, surprisingly, homemade. I was shocked to learn that the miso soup, fusion sauces, and even their low sodium soy sauce is all made right at the restaurant! My friend enjoyed her hot food but I believe the sushi bar to be Suteishi’s real strength. I was hesitant to try the Suteishi Pearl specialty roll after learning that it had fried oysters but it was AMAZING. Afterwards, walk a block to the water’s edge for the best view of the Brooklyn Bridge the city has to offer.

  • Pros: The Fish, Location
  • Cons: Can get very crowded
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

03/10/09

Best Kept Secret

by creamypants at Citysearch

This place is all about the people!! You have to sit at the sushi bar because you will meet some of the greatest people in NY. Jimmy and Jacky really take care of you and make amazing dishes: it's like art. We took pictures of all the plates.

We've been to Suteishi before and had their special rolls, but when you sit at the sushi bar, we got to try a tuna ravioli special. After that you can't help but trust in the chef's. it was really wonderful

  • Pros: sushi chefs
  • Cons: none
4 Star Rating: Recommended

09/29/08

stumbled upon gem!

by ericaloveseric at Citysearch

my husband and I went to South Street Seaport to catch the midnight "Absinthe" show at the Speigel Tent on a Saturday and were looking for a place to eat in the area. We found Suteishi after walking around the slip for a minute. After the debate of do you want sushi, i want sushi, do you?...we had sushi. and were very satisfied. The service was excellent! the menu is not too extensive but well balanced. I mentioned i had a cold that day and they brought me camomile tea. The food was delicuous and well presented. the "pearl" roll was excellent with fried oysters inside, however i wish they didnt use immitation crab on top because i am allergic. But the menu did specify that if you have allergies they will be happy to accommodate you in any way but i didn't ask, i just took it off. The special rolls averaged around $15 for 8 pieces, which can get pricey if you are super hungry but once in a while a splurge for a great experience is worth it! They have indoor and outdoor seating, a big clean bathroom, and relaxed candle lit, yet very modern decor.

  • Pros: great service, yummy rolls!! ample parking all around!

The Details on Suteishi

Place Categories:

  • friendly rotating sushi staff
  • best damn sushi
  • great typical american food
  • great view
  • favorite japanese restaurant
  • great place
  • loved coool sushi restaurant
  • cool selections
  • great ambiance
  • favorite dishes
  • slow rude service
  • happy new year roll
  • great atmosphere
  • super friendly hosts
  • fantastic everything
  • unique menu
  • larger noodle soups
  • delicious seaweed salad
  • unique ingredients
  • pricey sushi
  • very reasonable price
  • very tasty beef negimaki
  • great service
  • knowledge waiter
  • highly recommend suteishi