I’ve been to nearly every 2* and 3* in NYC, and roughly 1/3 of the 1*s. My favorite of the moment is the Hinoki Counter at Sushi Noz. I’m almost reluctant to say so given that it is already getting quite difficult to book. The last couple times my wife and I were there, the other 6 people at the counter were all from Japan (Tokyo, Kyoto, and Sapporo), and all said it would be among the best back home. The menu is $325; with premium pairing and up sells we’ve paid around $1300 each time. Well worth it.