What a great experience! The staff are all super friendly - host and chef alike. They're personal, allow some customizations, and good with the surprise and delight for their customers. A very relaxed atmosphere. The omakase itself was great. Good, clean fish. Not too purist and not too innovative. If you're a less-rice kind of person, they will happily accomodate. Good variety of cuts with some premium and some standard fish. Were any the best nigiri I've ever had? No, but it is very good, and the value is incredible. One of the most affordable omakase style meals, and the cuts are generous, several were twice the amount of fish, still just as carefully prepared, as other options at this price. And a good sake was on the house if you didn't order one Would absolutely come back

No frills no decor, bar seating. 2 chefs. Stunning fish. Really nice team. And a remarkable value. Not to mention BYO so an even greater value. Wish I didn't have to tell so many people how great this place is.

Dining at Shinzo Omakase was a transformative experience. The 13-course meal redefined my appreciation for sushi and fish! Each course was truly a masterpiece, showcasing the freshest ingredients and the chef's exceptional skill. The progression of flavors and textures was impeccably curated, elevating the dining experience to an art form. Every bite was a revelation, revealing the true potential of high-quality fish. The intimate setting and attentive service further enhanced the experience, making it a truly unforgettable culinary journey. Shinzo Omakase not only met but exceeded all expectations, changing my perspective on sushi in the most delightful way! It has the best and most affordable price if you're looking for in an authentic and high-quality sushi!

Wow. Omakase at a lower price, a must-visit for those trying to get into the NY sushi scene. Decided last minute (about a few days out) to do an omakase in NYC and found this place--high ratings and last-minute reservations, too good to be true? With a quick 13-piece meal lasting around 35-45 minutes, I was left extremely satisfied. It's not the most filling meal but every bite was an experience! No complaints about any pieces but my favorites were the Wagyu Beef, Salmon+Foie Gras, and Hirame. All fresh, savory, delicious. In this small and intimate setting, the sushi chef was extremely accommodating and willing to adjust to our preferences. With free sake, it was bound to be a good time. Shinzo was a highlight on my NYC food trek, visit it for yourself!

Out of so many $50-$100 omakase places in NYC, Shinzo really stands out. The fish quality was and the rice texture was amazing. Usually there's at least one piece I'm not satisfied with, but I enjoyed every single course! There was variety in the seasoning, but it never overpowered the taste of the fish. $69 for 13 courses makes Shinzo a slightly better deal than some of my other favorite omakase places at this tier. They also have an option to double the courses for 2x the price, which is wild but apparently people have done it and even ordered extra on top of it! Would definitely recommend and come back - still thinking about that unagi course...

A tiny tiny place that seats maybe 10 people. Recommend reserving ahead of time. Super cozy and intimate, which is a must for omakase. The options were a la carte or the 69$ 13-piece course. I got the 69$ course option, super good pieces with wagyu and uni and sweet shrimp. Of course they are on the smaller size but you have the option to get double. Today included a surprise hand roll at the end. And the technique they used to roll it was so different, wished I had taken a video or something. I asked my seat neighbor how they heard of the place, but apparently they are all the rage on social media right now! I had no idea.

TLDR: best bang for your buck since Sushi by Bou. Pleasantly surprised by the quality and well worth the price. SETTING: we made a res for a Saturday night at 7pm. It is a no frills, 10ish countertop with a couple tables for additional seating, omakase spot. When we arrived we were told there would be a small wait as the other guests from the seating before were finishing up. Thankfully the wait was only 5 minutes and we were in by 7:05. FOOD: the sushi here was very good. Each piece was perfectly accompanied by something that only highlighted the quality and taste of the fish- for example, yuzu salt, caviar, eel sauce, scallion, etc. nothing overwhelmed and the focus was always on the fish. We kept saying that we will definitely be back- always on the hunt for quality sushi that doesn't make your eyes water at the price. And this place exceeded our expectations - $69 for 13 pieces is unbeatable especially with this level of quality. SERVICE: the sushi chefs were nice, focused and mostly kept to themselves. The waitress was very nice. Water never went unfilled and they get you in and out in an hour. VERDICT: Shinzo has usurped the throne that sushi by bou once held (back in the day) in terms of quality and price- we will be back!

Not knowing what to expect, Shinzo has a stellar record of online reviews and I was excited to check them out. The place is small and familiar with the L shaped counter seating 7 and a few more small tables at the entrance. As you walk in, single sever checks you in and assigns seats. They checked our dietary restrictions, my guest has shellfish allergy, which they accommodated without issues. You have an hour to consume 13 nigiri pieces. Everything was precut for the exception of uni and ikura. The cuts are generous considering this is probably cheapest omakase in the City. The fish I was told is mostly from Japan unless stated on the menu otherwise. The highlights were torched sablefish which was buttery and also the A5 wagyu. Marinated ikura and Hokkaido uni were tasty as expected. I ordered a $25 Shinzo special towards the end as 13 nigiri didn't fill me up. This was more like stacked greatest hits but tasty nevertheless. What separates Shinzo from higher end omakase is time and detail of preparation. No miso soup, salad or other non sushi/sashimi options. You're not lingering here, although we didn't feel rushed. They also added an extra course for my birthday which was a nice touch. Overall happy to say was a fun hour and would come back again.

I love experiencing Omakase sushi in NYC given there are so many places that are so affordable and don't compromise on quality. Haven eaten at some higher end Omakase in Chicago, you get what you pay for holds true at these NYC locations. 13 bites including Otoro, Chutoro, A5 Wagyu, Uni, and Foi Gras for $69 is a steal of a deal. Plus it's BYO. The quality of the fish was very good and for the most part fairly simplistic other than a few that were torched. The only bite that didn't enjoy was the Ebi (sweet shrimp) with Uni. I don't think this combination worked. East Village location with reservations available on Resy or on their website.

First time at Shinzo Omakase! Luckily, we found out that it was BYOB after reviewing the reservation info and brought some seltzers with us. For 13 pieces of nigiri costing $69/person, it did not disappoint. There wasn't much of an ambiance in the restaurant - Just very simple and clean. Service was excellent though; server brought us ice cold glasses for our seltzers, filled up our water, and checked in on us often. Chef conversed with us in Mandarin after hearing us speak the language. It was awesome! No complaints for quality and quantity! Everything tasted deliciously fresh and flavorful. The time went by super quickly because I enjoyed the meal so much! I would totally recommend Shinzo Omakase for an excellent meal that doesn't break the bank!