Moderately Priced Sushi
Dec 3, 2009, 9:23 pm
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Moderately Priced Sushi
I have a friend visiting from another country and could use suggestions for a sushi place in Manhattan, priced at maximum $50 per person.
I was thinking of something along the lines of Blue Ribbon, but since I loathe the management of that place, I can't recommend it.
Yes, I know everyone's been to Megu, Morimoto, Nobu and all the other $100+ per person places. Please give me something that fits this "bill."
Doumo arigatou gozaimasu!
I was thinking of something along the lines of Blue Ribbon, but since I loathe the management of that place, I can't recommend it.
Yes, I know everyone's been to Megu, Morimoto, Nobu and all the other $100+ per person places. Please give me something that fits this "bill."
Doumo arigatou gozaimasu!
Dec 3, 2009, 11:10 pm
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My favorite place is Poke at 85th & 2nd. $40 per person is easily doable, but it's BYOB/W, cash only, no reservations. It did get a lot easier to get into a few years back when they moved down the street from the old 20-seat location!
You'll see some mixed reviews online, which is fine by me since I'd rather keep the place a secret. If you're looking for a long, quiet dinner with great ambiance, this is not the place for you - however, if you're looking for very fresh sushi at reasonable prices, check it out and make your own decision.
You'll see some mixed reviews online, which is fine by me since I'd rather keep the place a secret. If you're looking for a long, quiet dinner with great ambiance, this is not the place for you - however, if you're looking for very fresh sushi at reasonable prices, check it out and make your own decision.
) The sushi is excellent.
Dec 4, 2009, 12:06 pm
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Agreed with Poke and Tatany. Sushi Sasabune on E 73rd / 1st Ave is very good, but probably >$50. Also, Sushi of Gari, Haru, Yama, all moderately priced.
I generally found that UES has best sushi. The ones you listed (Morimoto, Megu) are more famous for being famous. I wasn't impressed with their sushi. And definitely not Nobu. It used to be good, but now it just becomes another chain restaurant.
I generally found that UES has best sushi. The ones you listed (Morimoto, Megu) are more famous for being famous. I wasn't impressed with their sushi. And definitely not Nobu. It used to be good, but now it just becomes another chain restaurant.
Dec 4, 2009, 3:10 pm
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I went to the Hi-Life Bar and Grill on 477 Amsterdam Avenue (Amsterdam and 83rd) and found it reasonably priced and quite tasty. In fact, my Catepillar roll cost less than my beer!
Oh and if you're a Restaurant Rewards member...they're in the program.
http://www.hi-life.com/
Oh and if you're a Restaurant Rewards member...they're in the program.
http://www.hi-life.com/
Dec 4, 2009, 3:44 pm
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Dec 5, 2009, 4:48 pm
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Dec 6, 2009, 12:31 pm
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I have been to East before in both Teaneck, NJ, and Hell's Kitchen (IIRC). Both experiences were satisfactory and affordable. I know there are few other Manahattan locations that I have not been to before and are failing to remember at the moment. However, out of my 6 times there (between the two), I would give a green light on going there.
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