Mikado

(This will sound sponsored but it’s not lol) I probably eat here or get takeout once a week, and ever since finding Mikado, I have never once looked back. The quality and flavors are unmatched, the ratio of fish to rice puts other places in NYC to shame, and most of all the ambience and service are SO good! Please eat here, you’ll definitely be back ♥️

Food was amazing, fresh ingredients and really nice staff, we made a reservation for 9 and everything went smoothly. Will recommend and come back. Prices were great.

Wow! This was a great find. Excellent fish not hidden by excessively cold temperatures. Great lunch specials. Indoor dining and alcohol are available. Highly recommended!

Outstanding value - we ordered the set for 2 for $99. Everything was extremely fresh and tasty, and beautifully presented. Wonderful experience. Thank you!!

Tried the sushi and maki set to go. Good taste, average price for the quality, which puts it higher than average. Fish tasted good, personally would have liked the rice to be a bit more firm vs sticky personally. Would not mind trying again.

The decor is simple and exquisite, the tableware is beautiful, the music is comfortable, the food is elegant and delicious, and the service is very warm. I can feel the owner's thoughtful aesthetic and the chef's love for things. For a person traveling from California to New York, it was a rainy, cold and harsh Thanksgiving Day outside. I have a wonderful memory of mikado.

It was a very nice place, delicious food. Amazing customer service, everything was on top. I highly recommend this place!!!!

Had a sushi + roll combo plate ($22) which was decent. Clean and neat space that you can casually enjoy rolls and sushi. Not high end but reasonable with the price tag.

Let's get one thing straight: Mikado is my favorite sushi spot of all time--a true hidden gem that balances quality, price, and good vibes like a seasoned sushi chef balances a razor-sharp knife. It's the kind of place you stumble into once, then quietly build your entire dining rotation around. The happy hour prices are reason enough to go (think: real food, not just "snack" sushi), but even outside happy hour, the menu is full of flavorful, well-portioned dishes that don't play games with your wallet. It's rare to find a sushi place where the food is excellent and you still have money left over for dessert--or more sake. Speaking of food: the dons are the unsung heroes here. I had the sweet and spicy chicken don, which came out as a beautifully stacked bowl of tender meat, rice, and a perfectly oozing egg like a glossy crown on top. Not only was it delicious--it was also massive. Like, had-to-pause-halfway massive. No skimping, no filler, just the good stuff. And can we talk about the decor? They didn't cut corners there either. It's stylish but cozy, the kind of ambiance that works equally well for a girls' night out, a chill date, or solo sushi therapy. You feel good being there--which is rare in a spot that's also this affordable. The service seals the deal. Warm, patient, and genuinely attentive--even when we got a little indecisive (okay, a lot indecisive), they rolled with the changes and made sure we felt good about our picks. No side-eyes, no rush, just good energy all around. In short: Mikado is that perfect trifecta of amazing food, affordable drinks, and great vibes. It's the kind of place you want to keep to yourself--but you know you have to share the love. And honestly? It deserves every bit of it.

Absolutely Disappointed, Cramped Seating, Poor Service, and Inedible Uni I hate to write reviews like this, but I feel it's best to put it out there so other diners can be aware We ate at Mikado Sushi tonight as a party of 3 and unfortunately, it was one of the most disappointing dining experiences we've had in a long time. Although the ambience is nice and they play soft classical music to make the space feel more elevated, overall this spot left much to be desired. We walked in without a reservation and agreed to wait, which was totally fine. But when we were finally seated, they crammed all three of us (two adults and a tall 16-year-old) at a tiny two-person table. This might work for a child, but for three adults (one of us is 6' tall), it was extremely uncomfortable. When we politely asked if we could move to a larger table once one opened up, the staff initially said yes but then later changed their mind. Service was inattentive from the start. We had to ask multiple times for water, and even then, we were met with annoyed expressions and borderline rudeness. No one ever checked in on us during the meal, and it wasn't until after we ate that someone finally came by without request with a water refill...too little, too late. Now onto the food, which was just as underwhelming: * Crispy rice appetizer ($14): Only 3 pieces, and they were hard, stale, and tasted like old oil. Crispy rice is one of my favorite dishes, and this version was honestly the worst I've had. * Tuna sushi: Just okay, but nothing memorable. * 4-hand roll special (maki option): We expected 6 pieces per roll, as is typical, but got just 4. My son took a few bites and said, "Doesn't this taste like buffet sushi?" which really says it all. * Deluxe sushi platter: The sushi was unpleasantly fishy (like the fish has been out awhile) and the toro scallion roll lacked flavor. The rice was hard and lacked the typical sushi vinegar seasoning. * Uni with truffle pâté ($20): As an avid uni eater, this was inedible. The texture was off like soft cartilage and it had a bitter, almost burning aftertaste. I rarely send anything back, but this was that bad. * Bluefin otoro ($18): Completely underwhelming bland, it didn't seem fresh, and strangely textured as if it had been pounded flat. * Chicken donburi ($22): My friend said it was chewy and dry, and the cheese was oddly sweet. I only tried the chicken, which I can confirm was not good. The total came to about $187 with tip, and while we had planned to tip 15% due to the poor service, the custom tip button was conveniently "broken," leaving 18% as the minimum option.. Final thoughts: Between the cramped seating, rude and inattentive service, and low-quality food, this meal was a complete miss. For the price, I expected at least one dish to be decent but sadly, nothing stood out in a good way. We left frustrated, disappointed, and honestly wishing we had gone somewhere else. Would not return, and cannot recommend.

Unassuming from the outside yet polished and a fun atmosphere on the inside. We enjoyed the premium set we had, which was actually pretty filling on its own and it was cost effective! The service was great and everything was delivered on time. My only gripe is that they offered what you can kind of think of as a "bribe": for a five star Google review, you could get a free drink. It's not the worst thing a restaurant has ever done to game this system, but it does feel a bit wrong and I think it matters if we are expected to trust rating systems.

I was really craving sushi and came across this spot near work. After researching (for two days) I didn't realize how popular Mikado was! Multiple locations throughout the city and so many reviews! I had to give it a shot for lunch today. I'm glad that I did because it was super filling, fresh, and each piece was the perfect bite. Even though the uni wagyu was more expensive than the rest, it seemed like they skimped out on the uni but you get what you paid for. Will definitely order again and try other maki rolls from here :)

This review is for the happy hour--a great deal price-wise and everything we got was fresh. Cucumber salad for just $3 was just cucumber and dressing but I enjoyed it. The sushi rolls were just 4 pieces each but had a lot of fish inside! A lot of the photos show the take out but the interior was a cute spot and was a fairly quiet but still lively ambiance. Staff was a tad on the slower side but nice.

I was disappointed at my take out order for lunch. The rice tasted cold and stale (as if it was in the fridge for a bit). The fish quality was definitely better quality than the rice, but it lacked in taste and I HAD to dip it in soy sauce.

The sushi was sooooo delicious! I loved it all. The fish tasted fresh and the rice was well seasoned. The catering set was a great deal if you have friends to share it with. I would definitely order from here again!

The restaurant itself is clean and modern. It is not a large space. Parties of 2 to 4 are ideal. The bathroom is camouflaged, and is across from the bar. We came during lunch and the take out scene was all the rage. They had mountains of pink take out boxes ready to take their maiden voyage. Little thought was given to eat-in clients lining up at the door. We each ordered the lunch set ( 8 nigiri with a tuna roll or a hand roll, comes with soup or salad at $22). As I ate my pieces, I was quite hungry. I thought, "This is probably 3 stars." But as my ravenous appetite quieted, I realized it was more of a 2 star place. The rice was hard, it got harder and harder as the meal progressed. It was cold and hard. It lacked the subtle vinegar that I am used to and then it became apparent to me that this was not sushi rice. It was just rice. That made the meal less and less appealing. The salmon was the best piece. The yellowtail pieces were sad and bland. The tuna reminded me of red construction paper that faded in the sun, color bleeding out. It tasted as such. I am confused by the great reviews. I will not return.

Delivery so can't speak to service or ambiance. But the food was quite good. Feels like it's rare these days to get a good amount of fish in one's sushi as restaurants look for ways to cut cost but not Mikado. The volume of fish was great and it wasn't over-burdened with rice. The fish was all quite good quality. Nothing perfectly melt-in-your-mouth, but all good quality and consistent across different types of fish too. I would definitely order Mikado again and would try in person too!

Excellent sushi, lunch deals, service, and ambiance. Such a serene and peaceful space with awesome lunch specials. I had a $17 three roll special (yellowtail jalapeño, tuna avocado, and scallop yuzu for an extra $2) with miso soup. Very fresh and well rolled. Also the yuzu margarita is excellent: tart, balanced, with a fun black sesame salt rim. I wish I lived around the corner. I'd come all the time.

I am so baggled by the Good Reviews, this is some of the worst sushi I've ever had in NYC. I ordered from this place on DoorDash, and I'm honestly confused by the positive reviews. This wasn't just mediocre sushi, it was bad. The flavors were bland and underwhelming, like the chef forgot to season anything. But the real horror came when I took a bite of one roll and immediately had to spit it out. It tasted like literal garbage. I'm not exaggerating when I say I might have nightmares about it. I'm no sushi expert, but I've had plenty of decent (and even cheap) sushi around the city. This was worse than gas station sushi. I'd eat sushi from any gas station before I'd try this again. Even the sides were a joke, tiny, sad portions of ginger and soy sauce that felt like an afterthought. Massively disappointing. Save your money and appetite. This place is not worth it.

Here's what you need to know: tiny little sushi place in manhattan's upper east side exceptional pricing, exceptional cleanliness, and absolutely excellent service (especially when you consider NYC). Food was fresh and very enjoyable. Decor is absolutely adorable with very charming tableware! We dined here at 1PM in the afternoon on Labor Day, and the restaurant was about 50% occupied and very comfortable. Quick service from the sushi chefs too. Note that 1 maki roll in 4 pieces at this restaurant, with generous fish. HIGHLY recommend.

omfg i came for the happy hour and while it was all really reasonable it pales in comparison to the location in the west village. the staff is rather short tempered also; when i ordered exclusively from the HH menu, there was an air of disdain that accompanied the waiter. also their rolls only have 4 pieces each so if you order a lot it isn't even really that affordable! i spent over 50 dollars on a meal here. the ambiance is also not really that nice. it is a small rectangular shaped room with uncomfortable chairs all around the perimeter. the lighting is weird and the table was sticky. when i tried to pour myself some soy sauce it took a bit of elbow grease to get the porcelain cup off the table. perhaps because there was actual grease stuck to the bottom of the cup. i will not be back to this location

Awesome awesome awesome. Beautiful place, great Bento boxes, wonderful food. Our favorite sushi restaurant. Great service!

I came here on a whim and was pleasantly surprised. The chef clearly takes pride in the food. My sashimi was fresh and sliced just right. The staff was warm and attentive. The place is simple but clean and relaxing. Will return for sure.

My first visit, and I really like it here. I definitely recommend Mikado, on Lexington Avenue, between East 61 and East 62nd Street, closer to East 62nd Street. Delicious sushi, attentive service and a very nice, cool atmosphere. If you happen to see a celebrity here, please let them eat in peace. Just saying. The details: I ordered the 4 sushi rolls ($27-June 2024). And I loved it all. I selected spicy tuna, spicy salmon, eel/avocado, yellowtail/scallion. All was beautifully presented on a black elongated oval dish. Lovely!! And, the soy sauce is low-sodium-yes please, and thank you! The chop sticks are black, and not the throw-away kind. It is obvious that design has been well thought out. I find the interior design calming. As a New Yorker, I appreciate the calm!! From the zen-like framed art on the walls to the lighting, I really like it here. Soft music which does not interfere with any conversation you might want to have. Attentive Service-water glasses refilled before anyone needs to ask. When I asked for additional ginger, it was brought to my table in a timely manner. The service is friendly and professional. The unisex restroom is clean and spacious. There is no hook to hang a tote bag or coat. Would be nice, but on this hot summer day, I put my small bag on the counter near the lovely sink. I like the hand dryer, so we can save a tree, and never have to see paper towels on the floor :) In brief, YES! You should enjoy some sushi here! It has everything I hope for in a sushi restaurant. Yummy, fresh sushi, attentive service, cool calming atmosphere. I'll be back, for sure.

Great place to stop by for some sushi. I've ordered to go and eaten in the restaurant and both experiences were great. The restaurant is small and there's not too many seats. Fish is fresh. It's only 4 pieces per roll but the rolls are chunky. My favorite was the salmon avocado. Sushi tacos were also great.

Living in NYC as a sushi lover means constantly searching for new places that can fulfill your regular takeout needs. Sadly, for the most part, this city now consists of super high end omakase or super low end takeout and not much in between. The days of reliable, quality sushi spots where you can get quality rolls with fresh fish are mostly long gone. Which is why I get so excited when I find spots like Mikado, Poke and Goal (all UES) which offer good fish / rolls without having to commit to crazy omakase experiences. Mikado follows a somewhat similar experience as Sugarfish, offering set roll packages that come in neatly packaged boxes. We got the basics - spicy tuna, California, shrimp tempura etc and all were fresh and quite good. Had some apps too (don't sleep on the pickled cucumber salad, it's fire!) which were all good. Prices fair as well. Def will mix into the rotation !

Excellent service food price and ambiance!! I recommend!! Waiters are nice and attentive! The best! You won't regret it! You will come back!

Mikado has quickly become one of my new favorite sushi spots. I have only had Mikado for delivery but sushi is still fresh and delicious. I ordered the 4 roll maki set with spicy tuna, spicy yellowtail, scallop yuzu, and eel avocado. I also got the crispy rice which was delicious. I can't wait to try more!

I got delivery from Mikado, opting for the salmon ikura don, miso soup, and edamame. Salmon was fresh. The extra herbs they put into the rice bowl made the meal very fragrant which I really liked! I'd definitely get delivery from here again to get my salmon fix

Very solid option if you're craving sushi. We have only ordered delivery but the sushi sets and bowls are fantastic. I highly recommend getting the salmon ikura don and the Mikado deluxe set, which comes with a nicely sized toro maki. Prices are very reasonable as well. It was ~$55 for both. Worth a try!

Great service. Amazing food - five stars- fresh, and artistic presentation. Modern, clean and tatsteful decor. Small and intimate space but comfy and beautiful. The only suggestion: to serve filtered water - tap is very bleachy which we had to mask with lemon slices.

The sushi was top-notch. The fish was incredibly fresh, and the presentation was beautiful. The rolls had the perfect ratio of rice to fish, and the flavors were delicate and well-balanced. Will definitely come back.

Hand rolls were done open like taco style so you see all the big cuts of fish. Tasted fresh. Seating for about 28 (14 tables).

So pleasantly surprised! As an OG Sugarfish LA fan, I've found most of the copy sushi box types to be way overpriced and low on quality - but not the case here. We ordered the sushi and maki set and scallop with rice dish. The sushi and maki were totally stand out! The fish was so fresh and melt in your mouth, and the maki were three times the size of what you typically get in NY. Great flavors too on the nigiri. Scallops were nicely done as well and the rice had great texture and flavor. A rare find where I'd say the quality totally lives up to the price. Yum!

tldr; great quality, generous portions at unmatched prices but -1 for drippy AC and mediocre cocktail Stopped by for dinner with my boyfriend to satisfy our incessant sushi craving. We were seated at a table along the right wall, and were immediately greeted by AC condensation dripping on the table and on our laps on the booth side. It was quite annoying and unfortunately capped the review at four stars. Other than the drippy AC, the interior design was classy and modern, and great ambiance for a date night. The food was INCREDIBLE. We both had the bento sets ($27), which comes with salad or miso soup, a delightful and unique spicy tuna ball, one handroll of your choosing, and one rice bowl. My boyfriend had a Sapporo ($5) and I had the metropolitan cocktail ($12) which tasted fine but not really alcoholic at all (probably max 3 shots of soju). The hand rolls were the highlight for me, packed to the brim with fresh fish. We both had the unagi rice bowls, which also came with a generous portion of eel. We'll definitely be back, but hopefully they'll find a solution for the dripping AC for a better dining experience.

Great service and great food! The staff were so friendly and answered all of my questions. The food was a solid value, especially the sets. My favorite rolls were the salmon avocado and the eel avocado. Ambiance was pleasant, though it gets a bit loud with a full house. Will definitely be back!

Ordered lunch from here about four times this year, and the quality of the sushi is consistently fresh. I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed the squash scallop dish. The scallops were perfectly cooked, and the squash soup was both delicious and uniquely flavorful.

Went to dine here last week. Great place (very cozy)!!!! The waitstaff are so friendly! Food are generally good to great. The hot food is not really authentic but the sushi are great Would recommend.

Came here after a long walk with my mom and we decided to give it a try and we were craving sushi. We ordered tuna balls that were delicious it had like a crunchiness it, we ordered the crispy tuna it was good but the rice was a little hard but not bad. We ordered few rolls of eel and avocado and tuna and salmon, they were fresh and tasty and our server was very attentive and very nice. I will definitely be coming back.

James is an amazing server 10/10 the sushi was AMAZING the drinks were prompt highly recommend coming here

Great food amazing atmosphere and the most affordable happy hour in Manhattan. I recommend gyoza and Salmon avocado.

I ordered pick up from this location and thought that the sushi was good, but not amazing. The rolls are definitely large, but I usually like when the rice is on the outside. The seaweed was a bit hard to chew so it probably would have been better if the rice was on the outside. The fish tasted fresh and the edamame was a nice touch. I didn't like the ginger dressing because it was too sweet so I ended up throwing away the salad. Overall, it's a good place to try if you're in the area.

While the food was fine, they had some problems with their audio system. Several time during dinner, the volume would max out and scare the living shit out of everyone in the room. By the third time, I was pissed. Ruined our night and had us on edge. Get your act together and unplug it if you can't figure it out. Simply horrible.

Overall for being a brand new spot, the food and drinks were amazing, we made it in time during the lunch hours 11-3:30pm. Options of soup or salad, choice of 3 sushi rolls and a salmon,chicken , beef or shrimp teriyaki. I had the Asiahi beer that was great in flavor and fairly priced wit 5% alcohol. My wife tried the lavender lemonade which she rated at 9.5/10 The environment overall is fresh, clean, nice and calm vibe. Bathroom is super clean. Please give this spot a visit as other locations like this are hard to find in this area. Service was 10/10 Food- 9/10 Drinks-9/10

Came here for lunch earlier. The waiter was extremely attentive and constantly kept repouring my sake for me. Felt first class! The hand roll and bowl were delicious. The bowl which has sweet shrimp, fatty tuna, and uni is at a great value. I would say the bowl needs a little more rice. I wouldn't have been full if I didn't have the hand roll as well. Very calm decor inside. Will love to see them stick around!

Came here for a work lunch with my coworkers and really enjoyed it! The place had a laid back vibe to it, and it was easy for the 5 of us to get seated right away. We got the lunch special bento boxes which came with a miso soup, edamame, a crunchy tuna app, and a hand roll. For $22 this felt well worth it! Loved the crunchy tuna app, wish this was more common at places. I got the miso cod and the fish was perfectly flaky. Not sure what the orange puree was, but I was neutral on it. Would have preferred veggies with my bento the way everyone else had.

Ordered 4 maki roll for take out for lunch, it's near my office. They're not traditional 6pieces per roll, it's 4 larger pieces per roll. It's still substantial amount for one. They had a promotion since this place is new, so think it's worth trying out. Sushi was fresh and well portioned.

After living in NYC for 25 years, I've become pretty selective when it comes to restaurants--only a rare few truly stand out. Mikado is one of those rare gems. It checks every box and then some: Incredibly fresh fish flown in daily - the sushi literally melts in your mouth. A beautifully designed, calming atmosphere that makes dining in a pleasure. Impeccable service - warm, attentive, and professional. Very reasonable prices, especially given the high quality. Sushi Happy Hour (4-6 PM) - with great deals on both wine and sushi. What really sets Mikado apart is how it effortlessly excels in every area. I've been to many of the top sushi spots in the city, and honestly, most don't even come close across the board like Mikado does. While my husband and I enjoyed our meal, I couldn't help but notice the steady stream of delivery drivers picking up orders--a clear sign the neighborhood has already caught on to what a treasure this place is. What a blessing to have Mikado in the area. It's the kind of restaurant that makes you excited to dine out again.

Great atmosphere and great food! Waitress was very kind and accommodating. We even got two free appetizers. I know it's just because this place is brand new and they're trying to please- but still. However, the rolls/sushi were significantly smaller portions than other sushi restaurants (4 rolls instead of 6 or 8), but the sushi was extremely good so it partially makes up for it.

I've only have got their sushi set boxes from here such as the dragon box. They are so so amazing. Each sashimi piece and sushi is made to perfection with the fresh lovely pieces of fish. Never a miss! I will try to dine in one of these days instead of take out. Give it a shot.

Stopped by for a quick lunch after our couples massage. The restaurant is cute, has a very modern style look to it. I ordered the Gyudon which was very flavorful and delicious, exactly what you would expect! The chef and servers were very accommodating. Since I'm pregnant they were willing to fully cook the salmon to satisfy my craving! Would definitely stop by here again once this baby comes out and I'm back to eating raw!!

Great food, dessert and service! Amazing quality sushi. House Sake also hit the spot. Will definitely be coming back

lunch options: 2,3 or 4 rolls (maki or open hand) for up to $20 is totally worth it. Staff are attentive. No sushi bar, small tables. Molly lemon tea a good twist on an Arnold Palmer.

Great place to stop in for lunch! I got the 4 handroll lunch special. Honestly was pleasantly surprised how big they were! Super filling. Their spicy tuna was very good, a little crunch, noticeable spice. I also loved the Eel avocado one and the fresh sliced jalapeños on the yellowtail. I also had the green tea pudding it was so delicious. Service was great and attentive.

The sushi was delicious. I had various things off the menu and they were all amazing. The yuzu margarita is a hit as well!

Great new sushi spot in the neighborhood. Awesome happy hour drinks / sushi deals that run until 7pm! Friendly and attentive staff. Clean and lots of tables spaced out. I'd return!

I highly recommend their happy hour. Prices are reasonable and you can try a bit of everything. Loved the tacos!