Bar Masa
category: Restaurant, Japanese restaurant
address: The Shops at, 10 Columbus Cir Floor 4, New York, NY 10019, United States
Phone: +1 212-823-9800
worktime:
address: The Shops at, 10 Columbus Cir Floor 4, New York, NY 10019, United States
Phone: +1 212-823-9800
worktime:
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 12–2 PM-5–9:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 12–2 PM-5–9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 12–2 PM-5–9:30 PM |
| Friday | 12–2 PM-5–9:30 PM |
| Saturday | 12–2 PM-5–9:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
site: http://barmasanyc.com/
rayting: 4.2
services: Service options: Takeaway, Dine-in,
Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great wine list,
Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining,
Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible lift, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet,
Offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Coffee, Healthy options, Small plates, Spirits, Wine,
Dining options: Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Seating,
Amenities: Bar on site, Toilets,
Atmosphere: Cosy, Trendy, Upmarket,
Planning: Dinner reservations recommended, Accepts reservations,
Payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments, Credit cards,
rayting: 4.2
services: Service options: Takeaway, Dine-in,
Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great wine list,
Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining,
Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible lift, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet,
Offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Coffee, Healthy options, Small plates, Spirits, Wine,
Dining options: Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Seating,
Amenities: Bar on site, Toilets,
Atmosphere: Cosy, Trendy, Upmarket,
Planning: Dinner reservations recommended, Accepts reservations,
Payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments, Credit cards,
Name: J****** P**
Date: 2024-01-20 20:12:43
Rating: 5
Comment: Attentive service, excellent cocktails (wow!), and delicious food. What more could you ask for?!?!
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Name: D****** S***
Date: 2024-01-19 22:09:09
Rating: 5
Comment: I’ve been going to this restaurant since its opening, about 20 years ago. To me, it’s the best Japanese restaurant in the world. I make this claim after having been to some of the best restaurants in Japan. Masa is not tied down by limitations of traditional Japanese sushi restaurants in Japan, in terms of cooking style, ingredients... Though Masa keeps the finest traditions of sushi making, he’s very creative and fusion in its appetisers. All very good, but you would have to say up😵💫😵💫
Name: R*** D****
Date: 2024-01-14 02:25:08
Rating: 5
Comment: A phenomenal experience. The best Beef Udon you can find.
Name: j*** r**
Date: 2023-11-20 11:18:23
Rating: 5
Comment: One of my favorite solo lunch splurges anywhere on earth . I actually prefer the cooked food to the raw fish here. Had 6 plates recently for lunch and it was fabulous and expensive. The noodles made of shrimp I could eat every day
Name: M****** R***
Date: 2023-11-08 22:51:02
Rating: 5
Comment: I’m glad to see that nothing has changed post-pandemic. Everything is perfect every time I visit.
Name: R*** W*****
Date: 2023-10-10 10:46:33
Rating: 5
Comment: It was my first time visiting this restaurant, and I was fascinated by the impressive display and delightful taste. The highest quality ingredients and mesmerizing flavors, not to mention the top-notch service, made the experience unforgettable. I cant wait to return to New York for another visit. I ordered the shabu with foie gras and Wagyu. Omg, I still vividly recall the taste lingering under my teeth. Additionally, the tuna with caviar, the makis, and king crab, the Udon, the duck tacos, the beef carpaccio with truffle and the miso code.The dessert is another story.
Name: K***** D***
Date: 2023-08-30 17:22:44
Rating: 5
Comment: Bar Masa offers a simple yet transcendent lunch experience. It is pricey but the precision of each nigiri is evident with traditional Japanese techniques. Ingredients are of the highest quality — including the best rice — ensuring freshness in every bite. The sushi is melt-in-your-mouth textures with robust flavors. Though on the pricier side, the culinary journey is worth every penny. Highly recommended for those seeking a memorable and refined dining affair for lunch or at dinner.
Name: M**** H**
Date: 2023-07-28 20:27:33
Rating: 5
Comment: One of the greatest restaurant experiences!Only one Michelin 3-star sushi restaurant in New York.
Name: C**** S****
Date: 2023-06-21 18:32:00
Rating: 4
Comment: 文句無いです👍 I approved. No complain except the overpriced cocktails🍸. Great thing is they have coffee which is super rare for expensive sushi🍣 restaurants.
Name: I** F*
Date: 2023-06-16 17:43:56
Rating: 5
Comment: Excellent sushi and cooked fish dishes served in a fairly casual setting. I was less impressed by the non seafood options I tried on the menu, but clearly you come here for the fish, so I think it still merits five stars.
Name: B**** S** S**
Date: 2023-03-30 17:39:45
Rating: 5
Comment: To taste what may be the continent’s best sushi, experience the contemplative and very exclusive ceremony of Chef Masa Takayama’s omakase. Everything here carries a certain weight, from the heavy wooden door to the bill.Attention to detail is unsurpassed and at times it may seem like a bit much, but a reverential spirit is part of your meal here. Service displays the same smooth grace, with servers at the ready.Awaken the palate with a sweet chunk of hairy crab meat dressed in citrusy yuzu beneath creamy tomalley. This may be followed by the chef’s signature glass coupe of minced toro and a very fine—and generous—pile of Osetra caviar. Maine uni is wondrous, served in its shell with caramelized custard and paper-thin white truffle.
Name: A****** R
Date: 2023-01-30 15:52:52
Rating: 5
Comment: Have always wanted to try Bar Masa, I had lunch there for the first time recently. The food, service, and atmosphere were all great. Yes, the sushi is very expensive, but it was worthwhile to try at least once. Bar Masa is definitely more of a special occasion type experience. A reservation in the main dining room, which is next door, is now around $1000 per person. No thanks on that!
Name: J***** M*******
Date: 2023-01-07 18:58:05
Rating: 5
Comment: Incredible experience eating at masa and seeing chef masa go to work. Definitely worth it but make sure to sit at the hinoki counter
Name: J***** D*****
Date: 2022-11-20 17:17:23
Rating: 4
Comment: Bar Masa offers a great space to enjoy a really good meal. I had the Sushi Assortment which featured the chefs choice of various cuts. I also enjoyed a salad and a shrimp tempura roll.The server was very attentive to my needs, even though she was very busy with a neighboring table who had trouble ordering, though no fault of the server or establishment. At one point my server was kind enough to send another server to my table to assist since she was caught up at that table for a longer period of time.Over all, Bar Masa is a great place to visit. The location allows you to eat and then shop all without ever leaving and e steering the cold!
Name: C**** B********
Date: 2022-10-12 16:32:12
Rating: 5
Comment: We ate at counter and watched amazing cocktails being prepared. Delicious meal ~ Uni with Foie-gras, Sushi, Miso Cod, Tacos… nice ice creams. Very enjoyable experience.
Name: M** N****
Date: 2022-09-14 21:19:16
Rating: 5
Comment: An amazing experience with first class service
Name: X******* L**** H*
Date: 2022-06-19 01:11:11
Rating: 4
Comment: Regular Japanese Food you can expect.
Name: A******* O******
Date: 2022-06-11 18:59:47
Rating: 4
Comment: Great experience with amazing variety of sushi. Number of portions were more than other omakese. We liked the intimate experience as we were sitting on the counter and had an amazing chef (Gino) serving us. The only reason I gave 4 (instead of 5) starts, were the crowdedness of chefs behind thr counter and the level of noise.
Name: M*** P****
Date: 2022-06-11 03:51:29
Rating: 5
Comment: Yes, this place deserves all three Michelin stars and yes its worth making that reservation. No, I havent found another omakase that is on par with this yet. Frankly, Ive never had a meal in my life that comes close to this.I wish I was a seasoned sushi reviewer who could explain in detail the intricacies of each piece. Im not up to that task so suffice it to say that I felt forced to close my eyes to truly appreciate the pure euphoria brought on by the pieces here.I was so honored to be served by Chef Masa Takayama himself and to be given the opportunity to take a photo with him. Thank you so much.
Name: H**** A* M****
Date: 2022-05-22 13:07:35
Rating: 4
Comment: High end authentic Japanese restaurant. It is a fixed price menu and it is not cheap probably one of the most expensive restaurants in New York. But the quality is high. Some of the best sushis that you may find in New York. Some of the dishes however were not to my like. It could be a personal taste. Decor and ambience is authentic and pleasant. Service was excellent. They have no photographic policy which I find to be unrealistic and meaningless.
Name: S**** S*****
Date: 2022-04-10 03:47:35
Rating: 5
Comment: Every course was excellent and the sake was my favorite I’ve ever had. You pay for the fantastic food but also the service and the intimacy of the experience. It’s expensive but a very cool experience and we enjoyed it a ton.
Name: K****** L*********
Date: 2022-02-15 02:10:26
Rating: 5
Comment: Amazing meal! You get what you pay for. The experience was amazing! We were so well taken care of and everything is so clean! All I can say is TAMAGO!!!!
Name: B*****
Date: 2022-01-09 13:47:32
Rating: 5
Comment: Unfortunately, you cannot take pictures when your enter the restaurant, but that is also its charm. The experience of getting served one piece of sushi at a time is magical. Watching searing of a piece of tuna with a hot poker is something that is so unique and unusual itll make you forget about the dinners price tag. The taste is nice, no better than you will probably find in your local sushi restaurant, but the visual of the process, army like coordination of orders being shouted from Chef to his support staff is not like anything youll ever see anywhere else.
Name: M*** J* L******
Date: 2021-11-28 03:27:55
Rating: 5
Comment: Enjoyable meal, with great food and excellent service.
Name: D****** Y**
Date: 2021-11-13 16:45:08
Rating: 5
Comment: Totally worth the money. Would go back in a heart beat.
Name: T**** K*****
Date: 2021-10-30 14:58:18
Rating: 5
Comment: Youre not allowed to take photos except when invited to. We were allowed a few for my husbands birthday, and I also snapped one of the parting gifts (two menus and the paper one of our meals was prepared on) once back outside.The restaurant entry is hidden behind a banner hanging at its front. I thought it was simply decorative marketing until my husband ducked behind it and waved me over.The staff is incredibly knowledgeable and polite. To quote a server I spoke with, Chef Masa is perfect; therefore, he expects nothing less. And the dinner really lives up to that. I didnt dislike anything we ate, and surprisingly, we were stuffed by the end of our 2 hours there. I say surprisingly because each item you eat is what I call a petite serving. Basically, everything fits in your mouth in one bite, and youre done. No redos or seconds. So you must savor the flavors. Every plate is timed so you fall into a rhythm set by the chef and his staff. You even receive specific instructions on not using your tiny serving of soy sauce until youre told you may, and thats important because every detectable bite already has everything you need built into its creation.Then theres the dinnerware! Its so pretty and unique. Every piece is specially designed by Chef Masa to complement his sushi creations and then manufactured for the restaurant.We didnt sit at the sushi bar where Chef Masa and his staff were most active, but we did have the best view of their process as our table was diagonal to the right of the bar (as you look at it from the front) so we could see every roll made, every bit of sashimi sliced, etc.Dining at Masa is an experience, and although Im not rich enough yet to go on a regular basis (our dinner, additional appetizer, and 4 alcoholic beverages were almost $2k), it was worth it.
Name: B* L*
Date: 2021-10-02 19:48:55
Rating: 5
Comment: What we have is an interesting conundrum where there is spectacular artistry and tastes, but recommending it is extremely difficult as it appeals to a minute demographic.To begin, MASA is somewhat of an American mecca for Japanese gourmets. But I have to emphasize that it is a place for the gourmets among gourmets. It will simply go over the heads among foodies who are just touring Michelin stars or want to throw out names.So how is it different? Lets start with the crab and uni aioli. Its served in an upside down in the crab shell. Most foodies should know that the brain of the crab is high in fat and chock full of umami. MASA opted out of the brain (though maybe it was used in the base of the dish) and prepared the uni as an aioli to substitute, if not improve upon the standard method of eating crab head.Then theres kabocha, which is central in many Japanese comfort meals. What I thought was pumpkin was actually toasted papaya with uni custard. Again, re-introducing core dishes with a twist. Think about it, uni custard and toasted papaya? Where else but MASA?Of course, during the nigiri course, you are served masses of uni again, and maybe now, youre thinking, Oh he just stuffs you with Hokkaido uni as an easy way to bump up the price. Wrong, absolutely wrong. Whats he done is prepare uni in multiple ways that continue to give you the strongest umami without boring your taste buds.Honorable mention is the caviar and toro tartare. Its so simple, but the Osetra they chose wasnt nearly as salty as it normally is and perfectly salted the toro. Literally an adults savory parfait.Some small feedback:1. The pacing was about 15 - 20 seconds too fast. It wouldve been perfect had I been a patron who did not order alcohol. I was easily rushed through the omakase portion and outpaced even the couple next to me that were seated and started eating 5 minutes prior to me.2. During the tiger shrimp nigiri, the towel they use for wiping the board landed on the shrimp and dragged against it. This towel has been wiping the vinegar rice off plates and the board all meal.Overall, small bumps in an otherwise perfect meal. Definitely someplace Id visit again, though Id pick my guests carefully.
Name: Y H
Date: 2021-09-11 15:16:03
Rating: 5
Comment: Amazing Michelin 3 star experience. We were on the waitlist even we booked a month ahead of time. Lucky enough to get the front row seats served by the master chef Masa. The bill came up to $2100 for two with two drinks.
Name: J**** C****
Date: 2021-06-12 15:20:14
Rating: 5
Comment: The legend is true, Masa is the BEST sushi in the world!Having been to Jiro in Tokyo and many of his disciples around the world we can say that Masa is the best…by far!The very first piece of toro sushi and you’ll know, this is special! Nothing else like it! From the perfect sushi rice to the slightly pungent wasabi to the toro’s texture and the overall temperature, perfection!Sushi lovers have to make this trip to Masa. Best in the world!They don’t allow any photography so the seal is all I can post.
Name: W***** S***
Date: 2020-12-01 06:59:11
Rating: 5
Comment: Excellent sake list and always reliable for sushi
Name: G** m***
Date: 2020-07-20 21:15:14
Rating: 5
Comment: Everything was delectable and I cant say enough good things about the quality of the food here. Everything was prepared finely and with thought put into quality and presentation. Not for the light-hearted or they bargain eater as you can easily rack up a tab. All in all this was an exquisite establishment with great service, ambience and fine Japanese cuisine.
Name: S**** G******
Date: 2019-09-27 22:53:02
Rating: 5
Comment: The ultimate vegetarian Japanese dinner. Attentive service, superb flavors and ingredients, pleasant atmosphere... Couldnt ask for more.
Name: E****** M*
Date: 2019-07-09 21:00:56
Rating: 5
Comment: Excellent experience with MASA....595USD plus tax but the price was already included the tips (hooray!)for sure will come again to try next season menu......wish next time I can become their VIP so I can post some dish pictures....Oh I just dropped my wallet.......
Name: D**** R****
Date: 2019-06-10 23:45:47
Rating: 5
Comment: Love the ambiance and the food is exceptional! Perfect for date nights.
Name: M*** L*
Date: 2019-03-17 02:02:22
Rating: 5
Comment: I was afraid that the atmosphere was going to be too serious before I went; George was wonderfully conversational and made it a pleasant experience.
Name: A* L
Date: 2019-01-20 08:21:55
Rating: 5
Comment: You will be taken care of when youre here.* Reservations through phone 10am-5pm(number and email on their website). I made my reservation a few weeks ahead on the phone a reservation (the staff had a annoyed/arrogant tone on the phone when I asked a question)* On site staff was very attentive and friendly, very humble!* Simple but thoughtful decor with elegant Chinese Quince center piece* Extensive list of fine wine(I dont know wine but those prices makes me think they know what theyre doing :)* Staff let us know that food pictures are off limit, but pictures of environments and people are A ok!* Omakase by the sushi bar for the best intimate dining experience (strongly recommended)* Fuji San was our sushi master and made us felt very comfortable and made us whole with his skills and wits* Shared Omi beef plate with black truffle (YMMV we thought the beef was more lean than other top beef but it was very tender and beefy without a lot of fat, very interesting experience)* Dessert served for our special occasion(lady M green tea cake thats much more fluffy than you can buy in store). But the real dessert was taking group photo with Masa San and Fuji San (Wow! what a way to remember our experience by.)The verdict: one in a life time experience for 🍣 lovers. Price might be high, but well worth experience. We would return once we save up enough dough :)
Name: D***** S***** (*********** L**** L***
Date: 2018-12-01 02:42:58
Rating: 5
Comment: Very good food
Name: M*** L**
Date: 2024-02-03 23:47:06
Rating: 5
Comment: Ambiance may not be the most impressive but the food quality speaks for itself - a hack to getting masa quality food but not the price! Would come again