Juku

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Name: L*** C****
Date: 2023-11-02 17:46:02
Rating: 5
Comment: Fantastic sushi and izakaya in a beautiful setting!

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Name: A*** J*******
Date: 2023-10-16 00:41:07
Rating: 5
Comment: I took my girlfriend to the Starlight Lounge for her birthday and everything was absolutely perfect. The sashimi was the best Ive had and the service was second to none. They even made a birthday drink for her and a mocktail for me because I dont drink (without me having to mention that). I wish I got our bartender/waiters name because he was fantastic. Thank you for an amazing evening we wont forget!

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Name: Y***** Y****
Date: 2023-10-01 12:22:37
Rating: 5
Comment: Great omakase.

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Name: W******* I**** J**
Date: 2023-09-29 18:25:10
Rating: 5
Comment: Overall this was a great experience. The place is quirky and makes you feel like youve entered an 80s movie. The sushi was great and the drinks also were very good. Our favorite was the Matcha Martini.

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Name: C**** C****
Date: 2023-09-29 16:26:33
Rating: 5
Comment: Such a cool place. Downstairs has a speakeasy romantic vibe. Great service, drinks and food.

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Name: L*** F***
Date: 2023-09-26 17:19:38
Rating: 5
Comment: Amazing date spot.

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Name: E******** Y***
Date: 2023-09-15 14:09:30
Rating: 5
Comment: A hidden gem in chinatown. Cozy, date night vibe. Relaxed ambience. Great service. Great drinks. Food selection is limited though, so dont come hungry.

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Name: E***** H*****
Date: 2023-08-19 13:14:18
Rating: 5
Comment: We ate at the Straylight level and had just about everything on the small menu because I was there with my starving 21 year old son who just spent an afternoon at the Pokemon Go Fest, lol. Everything was delicious. We shared the sashimi, sushi rice, spicy scallop rolls, alaska salmon avocado, hokkaido uni. My favorite was the sashimi and the super creamy bite size hokkaido uni. I wasnt as much a fan of the spicy scallop rolls just because I love the natural sweetness of fresh scallops and you cant taste the scallops as much with the spicy sauce. In hindsight, I should have got my own sashimi order. It was so fresh and delish. Ambience was a moody, cool vibe. But a bit too dark down in the Straylight level as I would have liked to see my food better! Perhaps some brighter table top lighting?

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Name: T******
Date: 2023-08-13 23:44:50
Rating: 5
Comment: A group of us went here on a whim, stumbling upon it. Straylight was awesome. Great vibe and decor. I was constantly checking Shazam. We agreed this will be a place we come back to.

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Name: A***** C*******
Date: 2023-07-27 11:24:29
Rating: 5
Comment: Juku is a favorite in a growing sea of omakase options. I like it because it’s simple, elegant, understated, and anything but gimmicky. Just great sushi and service.

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Name: J******* C***
Date: 2023-06-15 01:45:27
Rating: 4
Comment: Quite possibly one of my favorite omakase experiences in NYC post pandemic. The service at this restaurant is top notch, price point for the omakase experience was very fair. Omakase is a 17 piece chefs choice menu with fish sourced mainly from Japan and various other regions. Our chef Kei was knowledgeable and diligent with his craft. Some notable pieces were the sea scallop, sea shrimp, diced mackerel with ginger and scallion, and Toro with spicy scallion nigiri sushi. The manager Eugene was very friendly and helpful with the selection of sake pairings for our meal. Definitely worth another visit for a special occasion.

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Name: J** H********
Date: 2023-06-12 14:21:42
Rating: 5
Comment: Service and the food was excellent. An oasis in an edgy part of town. Definitely worth a visit.

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Name: O***** L***
Date: 2023-05-29 18:12:08
Rating: 5
Comment: Amazing food experience. Great Omakase sushi

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Name: C*** W*****
Date: 2023-05-06 01:40:15
Rating: 5
Comment: Skip Joe’s and Peachy’s come straight here. Head straight down the pink stairs to Straylight, Juku’s intimate, cozy secret bar for cocktails. We had drinks and an amazing sesame gelato with matcha and crisped rice in a chilled bowl with fresh strawberries. Thoughtful and well balanced. Came here after a pretty subpar meal at Joe’s. Who needs soup dumplings when you can have this ambiance! Enjoy.

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Name: J**** S*******
Date: 2023-04-19 02:57:49
Rating: 5
Comment: Delicious sushi, highly recommended! Keep in mind that every floor of Juku has its own menu and you need to make reservations according to specific menu/floor. We selected the Straylight menu, and definitely coming back to try out Omakase next time we are in New York. Spicy tuna(left on the picture) and spicy scallops rolls(on the right) are great, we also got oysters, and I have no idea what they used for sauce, but that was amazing. If youre reading this you have to go and check it out. To be honest sushi dont look that great, but the taste is above and beyond my expectations.

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Name: V
Date: 2023-04-13 02:18:33
Rating: 5
Comment: Dope off

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Name: J**** D
Date: 2023-03-28 00:03:39
Rating: 5
Comment: Omakase experience here is wonderful.

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Name: A*** T****
Date: 2023-03-25 12:31:15
Rating: 5
Comment: Hands down the best sushi and Omakase experience in NYC.

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Name: R**
Date: 2023-02-15 00:58:21
Rating: 5
Comment: This place is the real deal! Had an amazing dinner here. If you are looking for a nice night this is the place.

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Name: J*** P**** C***** O*****
Date: 2023-01-20 01:55:13
Rating: 5
Comment: You definitely need to order the Spicy scallop roll. Avoid the Hokkaido UnI

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Name: B******* R*****
Date: 2023-01-14 01:28:37
Rating: 5
Comment: Had the Omakase. Just a wonderful experience! Bartender, waiter and of course the Sushi chef. Great vibe❤️

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Name: C**** A*****
Date: 2022-12-24 23:42:02
Rating: 5
Comment: The best sushi I have ever eaten

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Name: M****** A*****
Date: 2022-12-24 23:41:32
Rating: 5
Comment: The omakse was amazing! Try the aviation cocktail too :)

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Name: D****** �****** C******
Date: 2022-12-02 17:46:20
Rating: 5
Comment: Blown away by this place. Really excellent food and experience. Staff is very knowledgeable and attentive. I did the main floor and speakeasy. Try this sake: Ken

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Name: S**** H*****
Date: 2022-11-11 00:47:40
Rating: 5
Comment: Authentic, intimate, unpretentious. I googled best sushi in town and was not disappointed!

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Name: M**** N******
Date: 2022-10-12 01:00:27
Rating: 5
Comment: It was perfect.

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Name: N***** A*******
Date: 2022-09-29 13:54:35
Rating: 5
Comment: Best Omakase, best service, best drinks and the best vibe! Ive been dreaming of Kazuos phenomenal sushi since I had it in 1or8 ages ago in 2015-2016 . Ive been following on insta for years dreaming to experience the incredibly buttery and out of this world flavor and sushi in person and I finally did! Proof that it was sooo good? I didnt take any photos because I was present, enamoured and ready for the next bite.

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Name: P** S****
Date: 2022-07-24 22:19:08
Rating: 5
Comment: Some of the best sushi I’ve had in NYC. We had some delicious drinks in their unique underground bar called Straylight. The decor and ambiance was fantastic and the fish was incredibly fresh and tasty.

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Name: L*** B****
Date: 2022-07-20 13:17:43
Rating: 5
Comment: My cousin came to visit from West coast and she wanted to come here again bc it was so delicious. The service was excellent and the food was fresh. It just melts in your mouth. Delish!

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Name: T** W****
Date: 2022-06-17 20:53:45
Rating: 4
Comment: Last night I felt the need, the need for a feed….Since I was in Chinatown I consulted with Google.Google Google on the Phone who’s the fairest sushi of them all? Juku said the phone. Juku.So Juku it was.A pretty nondescript dark door led to a dark “speakeasy” kind of a bar. Upstairs was the Omakase kingdom. Since I didn’t have a reservation I stayed downstairs and had the “Working man” version; the $45 chef’s choice sashimi. I was in Sushi’s heaven.

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Name: j**** m*******
Date: 2022-06-04 01:38:17
Rating: 5
Comment: One of the best sushi omakase in NYC. Amazing experience, worth the money! Also the bar downstairs is very cute and cozy!

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Name: K****** V******
Date: 2022-04-13 12:55:49
Rating: 5
Comment: So so good. Their staff is so kind and lovely, the omakase was EXCELLENT, and the drinks and sake were delicious. Absolutely worth the splurge. Some of the omakase pairings were things I’d not seen elsewhere, like a savory chive and sesame mackerel. 10/10 will do again.

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Name: G***** R***
Date: 2022-02-21 23:05:28
Rating: 5
Comment: Phenomenal.Was looking for a local spot for our anniversary as wed just moved back to NYC and were staying in Chinatown. Spotted a highly-rated place for Omakase and figured itd be a lot of fun, and its the best decision weve made for a while.Chef Kazuo Yoshida is a gracious, masterful and funny host. Each nigiri he passes makes you reconsider which is your new favourite - they are genuinely consistently excellent. Perfect balance of seasonings with soy, wasabi and other flourishes e.g. smoked salt, citrus oils etc. The finishing bowl of perfectly cooked sushi rice with 3 types of uni (sea urchin) from Maine, Santa Barbera, and Hokkaido was breath-taking in its indulgence and generosity.Rest of the staff were professional, warm and on-the-ball.Sake list is excellent - we had a Dassai 23 Junmai Daiginjo which completely blew me away. Ive committed to exploring sake more fully as a category, and this reassured me that its a worthwhile exercise!The end bill isnt light - this is a special occasion spot, unless youre fabulously wealthy. But its worth every penny. Once youve had sushi this good, youll never be able to look at supermarket sashimi the same again.Recommended without hesitation.

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Name: W****** Y*
Date: 2022-02-06 22:05:42
Rating: 5
Comment: Top tier omakase joint thats all part of a connected, sit-down restaurant and speakeasy on different floors. Everyone from the sushi chefs to the staff are extremely knowledgeable. Especially loved Eugenes recommendations on sake and natural wines to complement our meal.

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Name: T****** H*********
Date: 2022-01-23 14:29:08
Rating: 5
Comment: Extraordinary omakase for New Years.Sushi boss was funny and amazing! Catered to our wishes. When we come back to NY this is our go to.They have a speakeasy.I would say this place is a hidden gem:)

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Name: N*** S******
Date: 2022-01-21 16:47:44
Rating: 5
Comment: One of the best Omakase experiences in NYC. Quality of fish is unreal & professionalism and skill of the Sushi chefs is top notch.

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Name: M*** T******
Date: 2022-01-09 01:52:33
Rating: 5
Comment: We’ve had several omakase experiences in New York, and this was the most fun and delicious. The sushi counter has its own floor upstairs, with two chefs serving ten seats. The lighting and music were both low key but endearing.The experience was intimate and classic at the same time. Every serving had layers of succulent flavors in its own category, standing out from the rest and really taking us on a journey through the evening (about 2 hours per seating).Some of these servings were complete show-stoppers - the king salmon, for instance, was so tender and flavorful that we shut our eyes and just experienced pure taste for half a minute at a time.This was a killer date night and the staff and chefs were spectacular. Highly recommended, but prepare to pay top dollar for the quality.

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Name: M******* B*****
Date: 2021-11-21 11:32:02
Rating: 5
Comment: It blew my senses!

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Name: D**** D********
Date: 2021-11-15 20:53:13
Rating: 5
Comment: Delicious food and great atmosphere

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Name: O****
Date: 2021-11-12 19:19:59
Rating: 5
Comment: Great family owned sushi spot with one of the most unique layouts in NYC. The owner is very attentive and the staff personable. If your looking for amazing sushi with unique vibes… definitely hit Juku.

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Name: W** H****
Date: 2021-10-14 14:06:35
Rating: 5
Comment: Omakase was really good including all the drinks. Good selection of fish and uni 😍

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Name: M****** W*****
Date: 2021-09-26 12:14:36
Rating: 5
Comment: Juku is an absolutely incredible experience. The food is astonishing and easily Michelin-star worthy (even the fried chicken was the best we have ever had). The service is the best of the best, truly defines the top-tier of elegance. My family and I have never had a meal or experience like Juku in a restaurant ever before. The vibe is immaculate as interesting art hangs in every corner, mood lighting illuminates your company, and an upbeat but relaxed beat will make you subconsciously groove in your seat. You can bring any sea-food adverse person here and they will quickly change their tune. The seafood at Juku is masterfully sourced and is so fresh there is absolutely no “fishy” taste to their expertly crafted Sushi. I can’t rave about this place highly enough. There is no other restaurant in Manhattan like Juku. Treat yourself and make a reservation this weekend.

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Name: C******* L***
Date: 2021-09-15 11:23:59
Rating: 5
Comment: I was skeptical about this place because I’m very picky, but I have to say this place made me HAPPY- from food to service and beyond was perfect!!!!! Loved this and I’m definitely coming back !!!!

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Name: K***** A****
Date: 2021-09-11 19:26:00
Rating: 5
Comment: Fantastic sushi, great music and cocktails. We had the nigiri plate and everything was delicious.

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Name: Z****** D***
Date: 2021-09-10 02:59:35
Rating: 4
Comment: Honestly very over rated, we did not try the Omakase and ordered Al la carte. The salmon was the best, the yellowtail was not fresh (fishy) the toro was very subpar. However, the ambiance was amazing, very cool vibe inside, I would highly recommend for dates.

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Name: R O
Date: 2021-09-07 03:34:29
Rating: 5
Comment: Really great sushi and speakeasy. Good place for real sushi fans.

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Name: K**** I*****
Date: 2021-08-10 03:29:13
Rating: 5
Comment: Everything was just really good and nothing was over priced

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Name: G**** F*****
Date: 2021-07-25 02:31:46
Rating: 5
Comment: Awesome!Waitstaff super friendly with loads of recommendations. Also attentive... we order a bottle of Brooklyn Kura... made sure our cups went empty...We ordered the Omakase. Wanted to also add fried chicken and 2 scallops and unis. Waitstaff recommended to order omakase first as it was a lot of food...he was right!

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Name: E*** T*****
Date: 2021-07-14 21:51:56
Rating: 5
Comment: Very cool on the inside and super fun. Great spot to go with a date or before a night out. Food is delicious and prices are fair. The sushi chefs are friendly and hilarious so make sure to stop by to talk to them. Also do yourself a favor and walk around the neighborhood after!!

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Name: B*** M*****
Date: 2021-06-26 04:00:56
Rating: 5
Comment: Great sake selection.

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Name: C* N
Date: 2021-05-20 17:11:57
Rating: 5
Comment: Juku surprised on the upside! Its on an otherwise quiet, unassuming street in Chinatown, but the sushi and beverage selection holds up well with what you can get in more popular neighborhoods in Manhattan.I got the 12 nigiri + 1 hand roll set, which was amazing value at $65++. The selection of nigiri was great, and all the seafood was quite fresh, including the uni which is always the real test of a quality Japanese restaurant. Will definitely be back here for my sushi cravings!

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Name: E K
Date: 2021-05-19 14:16:54
Rating: 5
Comment: Wow. Just wow. Some of the best sushi in NYC. I highly suggest the omakase but anything from that place is top notch.

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Name: D***** L
Date: 2021-05-02 02:18:10
Rating: 5
Comment: Great food and beverage selection. Everything was fresh and delicious. Punctual service. The ambiance is also a plus. Highly recommend if you’re in the area.

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Name: T**
Date: 2021-04-22 01:59:51
Rating: 4
Comment: Good food. Service was a bit slow.

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Name: T***** P*********
Date: 2021-04-18 20:56:57
Rating: 5
Comment: Great food, drinks, decor, and staff in my experience!

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Name: B**** K*******
Date: 2021-04-06 01:40:43
Rating: 5
Comment: Wonderful experience, fish qaulity was superb. Some of the best uni ive ever had. Will be coming back!!!!

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Name: i** T********
Date: 2021-03-10 02:04:56
Rating: 5
Comment: Juku always meet my expectations food always delicious fresh and right temperature I enjoy every inch of it

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Name: j*** k
Date: 2021-03-09 04:32:44
Rating: 5
Comment: Amazing placeGreat food

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Name: T****** S***
Date: 2021-02-27 18:54:39
Rating: 5
Comment: I had an amazing sushi night with my friend! Staff was sweet and sushi was soft and delicious.

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Name: C***** L******
Date: 2020-10-08 04:04:03
Rating: 5
Comment: Such a good sushi spot. There’s 3 levels in the restaurant. Great food, friendly service.

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Name: M**** K*******
Date: 2020-09-07 03:17:40
Rating: 5
Comment: Tuna was really good! Also great choice of sake

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Name: M******* M*******
Date: 2020-08-28 03:39:40
Rating: 5
Comment: Amazing quality even better service

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Name: K****** L******
Date: 2020-02-29 13:19:55
Rating: 5
Comment: Juku is a wonderful, not overly-pretentious experience. My boyfriend and I had omakase dinner reservations for 6pm on a Friday night. We walked onto Mulberry Street and see an unassuming, black storefront with a simple logo of Juku. One could miss this place if they werent paying attention (we did!). We walk into a modern, steel entryway and think, Are we in the right place? We are greeted by the host and have to wait to be seated because it was too early.The place opens promptly at 6pm and we were there at 5:45pm. If youre as eager as we were to eat sushi, be prepared to wait a little or arrive promptly at your reserved time if its at 6pm. We were invited to sit at the bar on the first floor until they were ready to seat us for our omakase upstairs. My boyfriend and I ordered cocktails from the menu (Double O nana and another mezcal one), both of which were DELICIOUS. The bartender was friendly and quick at making our drinks. The host led us upstairs once our seats were ready at the sushi bar. One great thing is that they have coat check so it makes it less cumbersome for you to navigate around the restaurant.Now for the main event: the omakase. Wow what an experience! I would like to preface this with: this is my first omakase experience so read my review how you wish. Our sushi chef asked us if we had any allergies or preferences and started right as we sat down and we were whisked away on our 15-piece dinner. All of the pieces of fish were all so fresh and appropriately seasoned. We had toro, uni, mackerel (to name a few) and ended our dinner with a delicious piece of tomago. From beginning to end, the pieces were well-placed and we left feeling full but not to the point where we hated ourselves. Our sushi chef was informative and friendly and made great conversation.We capped off the night with drinks in the downstairs bar. The bartender, Genesis, was attentive and made awesome drinks.From beginning to end, it was definitely a 5-star experience.

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Name: L*** Y***
Date: 2020-02-21 16:25:25
Rating: 5
Comment: We celebrated my husbands birthday at Juku and had a delicious and lovely experience here. The omakase was scrumptious; some of my particular favorite pieces were the double otoro, Tasmanian trout, Japanese barracuda, and the Spanish mackerel (and I usually hate mackerel!). Since the restaurant knew it was my husbands birthday, we received a complimentary ice cream dessert which was so good! We were very happy with the entire experience and our meal at Juku.

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Name: W***** N*
Date: 2020-01-21 22:25:23
Rating: 5
Comment: Had a memorable experience at Juku for my birthday trip to NYC back in November. I got there a little early and sat at the bar on the base floor. Bartender was super friendly and made a great gin cocktail.My friends got there a little late but we were seated promptly. We ordered chirashi, nigiri, & some other dishes. The fish was superrrrrrr fresh. We ordered more drinks. They hooked me up with a crazy dessert spread and some tequila shots too.After dinner, we went downstairs for more drinks. Great vibe and music. We could have stayed there all night, maybe next time.Thanks Eugene, Ken, & Christian!

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Name: J**** L** U****
Date: 2020-01-13 00:58:04
Rating: 5
Comment: My husband and I had omakase here for our one year anniversary dinner and it was just an amazing experience. Our chef was so meticulous with every piece of sushi and it literally was a melt in the mouth piece every time. Sake was delicious and Yuzu in the end was delicious. It was so much fun! It was the highlight of our trip back as former NYC residents

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Name: Z** O*****
Date: 2020-01-08 16:20:35
Rating: 5
Comment: Amazing authentic edomae sushi and friendly chef! One of the best sushi omakase Ive had, exceeding many Michelin-starred places I tried in Tokyo and SF. The fish quality is top notch and the preparation is just thoughtful and spot on. Highly recommended to all sushi enthusiasts. 🔥

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Name: W****** G***
Date: 2020-01-05 03:33:06
Rating: 4
Comment: Great place for a cocktail.

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Name: R***** R******
Date: 2020-01-04 20:58:58
Rating: 5
Comment: Cosy and Great spot for unique cocktails with friendly and quick service. Waiters offered great suggestions for drinks. Will be back again for sure!

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Name: A******** N********
Date: 2019-12-29 20:21:23
Rating: 5
Comment: Fantastic omakase. We were lucky to be seated at the chefs table and I wouldn’t have it any other way. The staff was friendly and answered my many questions. The sake was amazing (we got “seventh heaven”). Discerning date night spot!Well priced for a NYC omakase with delicious melt-in-your-mouth quality fresh fish.

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Name: M*** B****
Date: 2019-12-29 04:55:24
Rating: 5
Comment: Everything was delicious! The drinks were incredible and the servers were knowledgeable and friendly. Would definitely go back!

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Name: C***** C******
Date: 2019-12-29 03:20:29
Rating: 5
Comment: My first time here. Although the sushi is limited on the first floor, still had a good amount of selection of other dishes. Im coming back for the Omakase.

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Name: J**** C*******
Date: 2019-12-21 16:07:49
Rating: 4
Comment: Good omakase but not great. For the level of omakase they think they are, the service should be much better and the interior should not look so shoddy. Id rather spend my money at azabu or nakazawa

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Name: M*** K***
Date: 2019-12-12 20:07:09
Rating: 5
Comment: Go here. Get the omakase. Go get a drink in the speakeasy. Repeats steps 1-3 as often as you can

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Name: T** M***
Date: 2019-12-02 21:27:37
Rating: 5
Comment: Food and drinks are great with awesome staff that always show great hospitality! My go to spot forJapanese food and for delicious cocktails in the basement!

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Name: T**** K****
Date: 2019-11-30 18:58:51
Rating: 5
Comment: Really cool place and the staff is amazing

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Name: N****** T****
Date: 2019-11-11 21:26:41
Rating: 5
Comment: Attentive and friendly and professional. Great cocktails! Great rice. Great sushi (no sashimi), which is perfectly prepared and shared, and the best tamagoyaki *ever*.The omekase comes across as a show: youre in on time; youre out on time; everyone sitting at the bar gets the same servings (except gluten-intolerant/food allergy folks, who are treated commensurately). Then everyone is expected to leave for the next seating. Sure, there is the izakaya, and the nice bar and great bartender downstairs...it just feels like a show. (if you show up late, you will be slightly hurried so youre done on time).So its special, because of the nice service and food and chefs, and delicious, and worth the money, but its also a bit like a theater show. I guess thats one way to keep cost down relative to a more free-flowing omekase (which is also almost certainly more expensive)We will definitely go back, but we might try the downstairs restaurant, cause the food is very very good. Im not sure Id go back for the omekase. I would like to have the recipe for that tamagoyaki. It was a unique experience.

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Name: M****** R***
Date: 2019-11-08 14:16:36
Rating: 5
Comment: After a long day of sightseeing, walking in to Juku was just the vibe I was needing.Warm and inviting with trip hop music playing in the background.There are 3 concepts to this restaurant1.) Upstairs, top floor is a priced fixed menu (@$120 per person) sushi chef prepares his choice of sushi for you. Only 12 seats2.) 1st floor, main dining room with menu3.) Bottom floor, very chill and cool vibe, mosaic tiled room that is gorgeous!We were greeted by christian the bartender, who gave us a sake tasting lesson. We so appreciated the customer service!This is not your typical sushi place where you order rolls and sashimi..all the fish flown in daily and is selected for you.So if you are a true sushi person, this is AMAZING and exciting! If you are the typical california roll, spicy tuna person and not to adventurous..not for you..however, there is plenty of options on the menu other than fish.We tried just about everything on the menu but the duck and lamb, well..best Ive ever had!Truly a great find with a gracious and friendly staff!Well done!!

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Name: E******** S*****
Date: 2019-10-20 15:32:51
Rating: 5
Comment: Excellent, upscale experience. Drinks were fabulous and our bartender was fantastic!!

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Name: J******* R*******
Date: 2019-10-18 02:53:50
Rating: 5
Comment: Really loved it

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Name: L*****
Date: 2019-10-15 20:57:17
Rating: 5
Comment: Delicious, high quality izakaya, wonderfully executed. Service was excellent, without being intrusive. Decor is minimalist & lit by candlelight, making it a perfect date night spot. Definitely a hidden gem in Chinatown!

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Name: B*** G* R******
Date: 2019-10-09 03:12:48
Rating: 5
Comment: This place is such a gem. Literally the basement is a gem lol. You’ll see. But Ken is also just a magical host and the bar always churning out magical drinks. Keep it up!

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Name: F******
Date: 2019-10-04 00:47:31
Rating: 5
Comment: Update October 2019Still incredible. Not a single star to lose. This is one of my top places for sushi and definitely do the Omakase bar.Feb 2018Honestly a truly memorable experience. The omakase bar upstairs was a nice separation from the busier downstairs. The fish was beautiful, fresh, and delicious. The chefs were kind and shared interesting facts about the fish. We also got a sake pairing recommendation that was delicious!

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Name: E*** B****
Date: 2019-09-19 15:06:19
Rating: 5
Comment: Juku is INCREDIBLE! The restaurant has two different floors and two different eating styles. There is 1) Omasake, which is a fixed price for an incredible reservations-only bar-style sushi experience and then 2) Izakaya which is a la carte Japanese cuisine. Both are wonderful and both will be a night to remember. I was in town for a week and ate there twice so I could try each side of the restaurant. I recommend reservations no matter what! Right across from Columbus Park on Mulberry.

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Name: N********
Date: 2019-09-14 17:34:05
Rating: 5
Comment: If you love Uni.... and can eat a lot of Uni.... this is the place!!! 10 kinds the night I dined there.

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Name: C*** B*
Date: 2019-09-14 05:21:25
Rating: 5
Comment: Fish is excellent.

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Name: D**** M*****
Date: 2019-09-13 04:16:54
Rating: 5
Comment: The flavors set every taste bud on fire. Every dish is perfect

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Name: B****** M***
Date: 2019-09-11 07:32:41
Rating: 5
Comment: Great sushi selection (we got the chirashi bowl) and three nice dishes from the izakaya menu. Really good cocktails and dessert was on a par with savory dishes. Menu is more expensive than others in the area ($120+ for two including two drinks) but reasonable for New York and anyway it leans more toward fine dining. Strange to see bad reviews - everyone in there seemed to be enjoying it!

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Name: V***** T***
Date: 2019-09-10 03:29:00
Rating: 5
Comment: The best Omakase sushi place in town. Highly recommend by all my Japanese friends. Each piece is so delicate and perfectly seasoned. There’s a bar at the basement, worth stopping by after the meal.

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Name: M**** A*********
Date: 2019-08-31 15:07:02
Rating: 5
Comment: Best japanese retaurant in NY. Unique experience and dishes. Top of the heap: their gyoza with foie-gras. Also the white miso white cod. No fuss, no las vegas, no gimmicks. Cozy atmosphere in the main dining room. Along with Coucou and Peking Duck, Juku completes the Chinatown Triad of 2019.

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Name: J******* S******
Date: 2019-08-29 23:04:03
Rating: 4
Comment: Went for the omakase menu upstairs. Overall the service was fun, and the chef warmed up to casual conversation about halfway through. Nothing was mind blowing, but it was a good experience overall with a solid variety. There were 2 pieces that were very lack-luster, but the tasting of uni made up for it. Ive been to a few different sushi omakase menus over the years in NYC, Id say this was a solid 3rd place. There are better for the price point, but there is certainly worse too. There is a great deal of care taken in making the sushi which is very appealing to me and a person in the service industry. I would go back again, but I would also definitely try some other spots before returning.

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Name: C*** G***
Date: 2019-08-24 14:55:08
Rating: 5
Comment: Excellent Omakase. Very lively and engaging staff behind the counter. Drink selection is exquisite, ranging from unique cocktails, to a tasty selection of Sake. Also a good selection of Japanese whiskey.Owner is very friendly as is the staff, honestly a very welcoming environment.Also a nice treat was the eclectic speakeasy in the basement. Great way to relax and talk after yummy food. Chances are you will make new friends at the counter and get a chance to chat when you retire to the basement.

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Name: C*** A*******
Date: 2019-08-21 01:25:07
Rating: 5
Comment: Best sush in NYC. Good vibes.

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Name: C** B******
Date: 2019-08-14 01:35:25
Rating: 5
Comment: This place is so cute! Came here for the summer Tippler and they were very kind and accommodating. Thank you!

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Name: C**** M****
Date: 2019-08-07 01:25:20
Rating: 4
Comment: Very nice area. I went upstairs for a cocktail on a Tuesday night and was not disappointed.

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Name: R******* K* R*****
Date: 2019-08-04 20:15:37
Rating: 5
Comment: THE SUSHI CHEF ♡♡♡♡♡♡♡ AND HE IS ADORABLE

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Name: O****** C***
Date: 2019-07-15 00:33:40
Rating: 5
Comment: Go through the orange plastic curtains and down the stairs, but check on your left the artistic Before/After pictures and fake cosmetic products. Seat at a quiet table in dim light and cool music. Get one cocktail, and another one, and why not a third one, nobodys judging. Sesame meets Bourbon, Yuzu runs into Aperol, and Matcha can live without Vodka. Have some warm edamame or a truffle cheese sandwich with your drinks.

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Name: E**** Z***
Date: 2019-07-14 17:44:09
Rating: 5
Comment: The Uni is to die for

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Name: D***
Date: 2019-07-14 15:30:49
Rating: 5
Comment: Wasn’t sure what to expect but this place was fantastic. Did the omakase upstairs and all the fish was fresh and delicious, the sushi chefs were very personable and friendly.

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Name: E*** N
Date: 2019-07-13 17:12:54
Rating: 4
Comment: 9 course omakase with a handroll at the end. Quality of the sushi was very good, although the nigiri was slightly small. Was still a bit hungry after the omakase, which actually hasnt happened in awhile.The omakase is at a small, simple bar upstairs above the a la carte restaurant. Food was good, but it wasnt enough.Service was exemplary. Check out Straylight bar downstairs!

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Name: R*** A****
Date: 2019-06-26 03:52:46
Rating: 5
Comment: Had an amazing experience at Juku, wonderful Sushi and fun experiment

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Name: M****** G******
Date: 2019-06-09 21:26:33
Rating: 5
Comment: I went here with.a few friend . We had the tasting menu upstairs . All I can say is I was blown away!!!!!It is worth it and don’t miss out on itAlso the cocktail list is great not to mention the sake list was also greatThis is a don’t miss out restaurant if you are a sushi enthusiast

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Name: D***** W********
Date: 2019-06-06 05:10:26
Rating: 5
Comment: Fantastic.

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Name: J***** M
Date: 2019-05-30 10:16:39
Rating: 5
Comment: This place is a true delight, the interior design is outstanding and the cocktails are truly unique. The hospitality is outstanding as well, their attention to detail is like none other. I highly recommend this place. I have not had the opportunity yet to try their food but I plan to be back soon for that. This place does it right definitely go there and try their drinks, also their wine list is amazing!

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Name: r*** s****
Date: 2019-05-29 04:09:12
Rating: 5
Comment: Chef koji is the man! Im a huge fan all of his food is fun and exploding with flavor one of my favorite spots in the city!

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Name: E******* M******
Date: 2019-05-26 13:49:33
Rating: 5
Comment: Delightful

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Name: D**** L*****
Date: 2019-05-22 03:04:59
Rating: 5
Comment: Awesome service and even better food

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Name: E***** B****
Date: 2019-05-12 23:20:31
Rating: 5
Comment: The decor is stunning and unique. I love all the differently decorated rooms. The drinks are strong. Had the late night menu and got the sliders and grilled cheese, both really good! They also have a private room in the back for private parties fitting up to 22-25. They also have a prix fixed menu and open bar option. Definitely going to throw my birthday dinner here. Can’t wait to go back!

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Name: M******* T***
Date: 2019-04-26 06:01:20
Rating: 5
Comment: Best omakase I’ve ever had.

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Name: V***** V*****
Date: 2019-04-21 03:00:17
Rating: 4
Comment: Nice little secret bar

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Name: D****
Date: 2019-04-14 09:20:31
Rating: 5
Comment: Love this place. Ambience is on point

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Name: D*** C****
Date: 2019-04-10 00:23:36
Rating: 5
Comment: Absolutely incredible food and atmosphere. The downstairs Straylight section is a must see

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Name: W***** C**
Date: 2019-04-03 00:56:47
Rating: 5
Comment: Quiet evening but service was good! Everything fresh and taste excellent!

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Name: T***** H*******
Date: 2019-03-30 19:38:32
Rating: 5
Comment: Very nice service and well priced omakase. The Uni trio is a bit overpriced and not sure if really worth it. But I love Uni. Other than that enjoy.

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Name: B** H******
Date: 2019-03-28 01:15:03
Rating: 5
Comment: Dont tell anybody but this place is dope

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Name: M****** L***
Date: 2019-03-23 18:23:36
Rating: 4
Comment: Really good food in the izakaya, however spirits are priced very high and some of the specials were also quite expensive. Totally worth a visit just watch out when you order.

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Name: G*** O
Date: 2019-03-20 02:04:34
Rating: 5
Comment: 2nd time here for the 15 piece omakase. Quality of fish, service, and venue are tip top. If you are on the fence, dont hesitate. Its worth a visit. I added a pic of a perfect sake pairing. Enjoy!

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Name: M****** R******
Date: 2019-03-14 13:11:32
Rating: 5
Comment: The best meal Ive had in years!!!

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Name: O***** V*********
Date: 2019-03-12 22:52:00
Rating: 5
Comment: Downstairs is a blast! Food is great, staff are friendly! All round excellent :)

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Name: A***** M*********
Date: 2019-03-12 12:08:44
Rating: 5
Comment: What a beautiful place!The staff is great and the food exceptional.I will be back

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Name: J**** Y***
Date: 2019-03-12 03:53:11
Rating: 5
Comment: Not bad, fresh fish, not very expensive price.

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Name: J**** A****
Date: 2019-03-05 03:59:18
Rating: 5
Comment: Upstairs get your omakase on... Then head downstairs for underground bar / art club vibes.

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Name: r***** h***
Date: 2019-03-03 06:38:08
Rating: 4
Comment: Great place

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Name: M*** P*****
Date: 2019-03-01 15:19:38
Rating: 5
Comment: Beautiful place, delicious food

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Name: C****
Date: 2019-02-15 01:28:49
Rating: 5
Comment: This review is for the Izakaya portion of the business. There’s 3 places at Juku: Omakase, Izakaya, Speakeasy. The omakase bar is upstairs, izakaya on the main floor, and speakeasy in the basement.I first heard about this place for their omakase. My friend took his gf their for their anniversary and loved it. They also mentioned there was a izakaya restaurant portion that caught my attention.When I went I made reservations through the GM, Ken, who greeted us once we were seated. The food menu fits on one page but everything we had was executed well. Here’s what we had:⁃ Crab and avocado salad: tasted great. Refreshing flavor. Ask for extra dressing on the side, it’s good.⁃ Shishito peppers: they were stemless! Guessing they took the stems out.⁃ Salmon yakitori: melts in your mouth like butter, best item on the menu.⁃ Chicken yakitori: very moist and tender. Hard to go wrong with chicken (thighs).⁃ Pork katsu sandwich: comes out cut up into piece for you already. Looks like its a few layers of katsu, very filling!⁃ Ice cream dessert: everything on this dessert was made at the restaurant. I would go back just for the desert. Came with some cut up strawberry, a matcha cookie, and a bao (the type you’d normally see w Peking duck) that was like a perfectly fried doughnut.⁃ Seasonal beer (forget the name)⁃ Bob Harris cocktail (basically an old fashioned)Definitely going to come back again for the omakase and the speakeasy. Glad to see Chinatown finally getting well done restaurants like this. Thanks for the hospitality Ken!

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Name: T*** S*****
Date: 2019-01-13 15:37:46
Rating: 5
Comment: Beautiful bar with interesting drinks and friendly waitstaff. We managed to get a table even on a saturday night. Drinks are $16-$20, but are very tasty.

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Name: H****** L**
Date: 2019-01-12 15:51:08
Rating: 5
Comment: Omakase was terrific - we loved every piece and had a great experience. Someone in our party had a shellfish allergy and they were very accommodating. Well worth the money, would love to return.

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Name: A****** S******
Date: 2018-12-18 09:50:28
Rating: 5
Comment: Outstanding service and food!! Best omakase in the city. We have been waiting for Kei and Yoshida’s new place to open with bated breath and were so happy to finally be able to dine here. We were not disappointed and we’ll be back soon! Also excellent customer service by the manager Kareem!

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Name: M****** Z****
Date: 2018-12-15 05:58:30
Rating: 4
Comment: Interesting place.

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Name: b**** d******
Date: 2018-12-08 09:14:57
Rating: 5
Comment: Amazing food and super personal service from the sommelier!

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Name: A***** L*******
Date: 2018-11-18 23:36:14
Rating: 5
Comment: Amazing place!

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Name: D**** D******
Date: 2018-11-14 00:44:48
Rating: 5
Comment: Kazuo is the best sushi boss in the city. Amazingly fresh. Perfectly prepared. And perfectly sized bites.

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Name: D***** P******
Date: 2018-10-25 19:24:44
Rating: 5
Comment: Loved this place! had dinner there last night, Lamb was great! fresh, good ambience, I will recommend this place to all my friends!

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Name: J*** L**
Date: 2018-09-05 20:08:42
Rating: 5
Comment: This is a review of the Izakaya located on the ground floor of this tri-level Japanese restaurant concept. Absolutely love Chef Danielle Sobel’s thoughtful and creative Modern Japanese small plates at this uber sexy spot in Chinatown. Must try her steak tartare w/ homemade fermented ponzu, pillowy Mentaiko gnocchi w/ tuna broth, and Grilled Colorado Lamb Chops w/ yuzu kosho. This was one of my favorite meals of the year so don’t miss this under-the-radar gem!

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Name: J**** Y**
Date: 2018-09-03 13:28:34
Rating: 4
Comment: Small portion but food are delicious, this place has 3 levels, also got couple of unique cocktails, but it is on the pricy side.

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Name: D******** F****
Date: 2018-09-02 02:33:30
Rating: 5
Comment: The ambiance of this place is amazing. Beautiful art, great music. And the food is great too.

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Name: J****** L************
Date: 2018-08-31 20:53:06
Rating: 5
Comment: Great vibes! It was honestly a sick environment, I needed a recommendation and our waitress had he bartender make a custom drink based on what I was jonesing for, plus it was quiet enough to hold a conversation. Although I went on a Tuesday night so I can see it getting packed on the weekends. I would easily recommend this if you’re in the area. Only con is hard to find.

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Name: J*** D****
Date: 2018-08-21 21:03:28
Rating: 5
Comment: A beautiful tri-level space sandwiched between funeral homes on a quiet street in Chinatown. Juku provides an innovative omakase experience that doesnt feel too formal and stuffy but still competes with the top spots in town. The sushi boss, Kazuo Yoshida, truly brings the best of the best to his sushi bar and delight with every detail of the experience.

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Name: M****** K
Date: 2018-08-17 12:23:01
Rating: 5
Comment: The omakase was fresh and the service was amazing.

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Name: J**** S*****
Date: 2018-07-27 00:20:07
Rating: 5
Comment: Funky space with fantastic cocktails

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Name: G*** M****** W***
Date: 2018-07-25 14:16:16
Rating: 4
Comment: Small plate delicious Japanese food in a stylishly cute and intimate atmosphere.

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Name: I** L*
Date: 2018-07-14 13:15:01
Rating: 5
Comment: Hide between two funeral homes, very secret place. The chefs are Japanese, so I think its real Japanese restaurant. I like the services, very friendly and the server know very order from the menu. The sushi is fresh and delicious. Definitely will come back.

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Name: L******* Y*
Date: 2018-07-13 10:28:50
Rating: 5
Comment: Amazing experience. Excellent quality

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Name: A*** F********
Date: 2018-07-08 06:11:03
Rating: 5
Comment: New York is a city known throughout the world for its “innovative” bars and restaurants, but there are very few that embrace that culture of invention and customer-focused creativity to the level that Straylight does. I decided to check out this new (yet already highly respected) Chinatown bar on a whim since I was in the area—and I am so glad that I did.From the moment I peeked my head through the door, I received top notch service. Everyone I spoke to was excited to be a part of this new must-go spot beneath Juku and let their enthusiasm shine through in each conversation they had.The highlight of the night was Straylight’s young (but not-to-be-underestimated) bartender, Frank. Frank is EXTREMELY passionate about his craft and it shows in every drink he makes; his extensive understanding of flavors, fearless creativity, and desire to give each person who sits at his bar a world-class experience made this truly a night to remember. Tell him the kinds of flavors you like, and let him make your decisions for you—you won’t be disappointed.Thank you so much for a wonderful new experience; I’ll be back soon.Your newest regular,Adam

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Name: A*** A*****
Date: 2018-07-08 04:51:57
Rating: 5
Comment: Oh the delicious.

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Name: J******* H****
Date: 2018-06-22 13:53:13
Rating: 5
Comment: Best sushi Ive had in memory

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Name: S***** S*****
Date: 2018-06-13 02:26:17
Rating: 5
Comment: Wow. Amazing sushi experience. Great cocktails and chefs with a great personality. Will definitely go back.

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Name: M***** L***
Date: 2018-06-08 03:42:53
Rating: 5
Comment: Wonderful find. Intimate and friendly bar with unique cocktails and bar bites

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Name: J*** P
Date: 2018-05-20 14:08:28
Rating: 5
Comment: Great sushi and vibes.

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Name: m******* l***
Date: 2018-05-16 23:32:03
Rating: 5
Comment: Juku was more than you could hope for going in with the highest expectations. The staff go many extra miles to give you an exceptional experience and the omakase is better than I have the ability to describe. Could not recommend it more highly.

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Name: J****** Z****
Date: 2018-05-15 01:15:34
Rating: 5
Comment: Love the cocktails and the food..definitely will come back.

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Name: E** M*********
Date: 2018-05-03 04:19:54
Rating: 5
Comment: Top notch food, really good casual service and attentive at the same time. Really well designed space.

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Name: T** B****
Date: 2018-04-26 01:54:51
Rating: 5
Comment: Phenomenal food and cocktails. Strongly recommended !!

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Name: B**** E****
Date: 2018-03-15 04:35:35
Rating: 5
Comment: UNBELIEVABLE. Easily the best sushi experience Ive had in the wildly competitive omakase NYC market. The fish was immaculately prepared and the quality of each bite was mind-blowing. If theres ever a place to take a date or a relative to impress them for the caliber of comopolitan life unique to NYC -- absolutely take them here.

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Name: N* H
Date: 2018-03-11 00:02:53
Rating: 4
Comment: The quality of the sushi is top notch, the head chef is very funny and likes to joke around while serving you the best pieces of the night! We were seated next to some Japanese who happened to be the chef’s regular from 1 or 8, his former restaurant, and of course they seem to have get some special treat, especially the uni flights with the aged uni sushi, even though we opted for the most expensive omakase but sadly we did not get that uni flights like them, dropping one star for that particular incident.

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Name: E**** K****
Date: 2018-03-09 04:14:29
Rating: 5
Comment: Incredible omakase experience! Staff was fantastically attentive from the host, to our waitress, to Kazuo, our sushi BOSS. Splendid.

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Name: H******* Z*****
Date: 2018-02-04 06:10:55
Rating: 5
Comment: Probably the best sushi I ever had. Do the Omakase w/Kei.

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Name: C****** N****
Date: 2018-02-03 01:37:19
Rating: 5
Comment: Step into this minimal design lover’s paradise for a unique tasting menu

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Name: A***** B********
Date: 2017-12-20 05:05:23
Rating: 5
Comment: Top notch food & drink, fun funky atmosphere, competitive prices

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Name: J*** C****
Date: 2017-12-15 00:45:18
Rating: 5
Comment: I sat upstairs with a girlfriend at the very end of the sushi bar and was able to look down at all the goings on. I have literally never tasted fish so fresh and with unusual combinations of flavors. I basically wanted to open my mouth and be fed all night...The waiter was very attentive to us, the music was way cool and it was altogether a great dinner. Kudoos to you!!

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Name: K** K******
Date: 2017-12-03 01:26:02
Rating: 5
Comment: Incredible omakase. Yoshida & Kei are incredible sushi chefs.

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Name: M***** C****
Date: 2017-12-02 16:30:58
Rating: 5
Comment: Went last night for Omakase at the sushi bar and it was phenomenal, chef Yoshida has not lost his touch!

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Name: F***** S******
Date: 2017-11-28 00:23:55
Rating: 5
Comment: Great experience! Food, drinks and ambiance. Try the cocktail with Japanese whiskey, the chirashi the karage

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Name: T***** D***********
Date: 2017-11-16 02:26:15
Rating: 5
Comment: Beautiful space with delicious food. The pork belly and karaage were 10/10. Great cocktails, especially the one with peach

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Name: H***** B******
Date: 2017-11-16 02:25:16
Rating: 5
Comment: Absolutely loved this meal. The Karaage was to die for. As wasthe peach/gin cocktail. Loved this restaurant and will definitely be back. Had the most amazing server as well...and the owner Luke is extremely cute!!!!