Mojo East

I’ll be honest… I didn’t have high expectations going in since I had won a giveaway for a free omakase for 2. Normally, it’s $55 for 13 courses, which is already a great deal. Plus, no tipping culture? Love that!!! But I was genuinely surprised by how fresh the fish was. The overall experience was really solid. The only downside was the rice, some of the pieces fell apart a little too easily and we did feel a bit rushed toward the end since the next seating was basically standing there waiting for us to wrap up. I ordered a bottle of sake and tried their Lucky Chicken IPA—both were great. We also added on a few extra pieces and ended up paying $165 total. Definitely worth it. I’d come back and recommend it for sure—super affordable and quality all around.

I’d love to recommend this hidden gem omakase spot in NYC — honestly the best value I’ve found so far. For just $55, you get a 13-course omakase experience that completely exceeded my expectations. The restaurant is immaculately clean, the ambience is warm and relaxing, and most impressively — there’s no tipping required, but the service is absolutely top-notch. The quality of the fish and the attention to detail were far beyond what you’d expect at this price point. If you’re looking for an affordable, high-quality omakase without any pressure to tip, this place is a must-try.

Mojo East is one of the best Omakase experiences I’ve had — AND at an incredible value! Every course was beautifully prepared with top-quality fish, and you can really taste the freshness in every bite. The chef’s attention to detail and the presentation were top-notch, and the atmosphere was welcoming and never pretentious. The staff was incredibly kind, attentive, and passionate about what they do. You can tell they genuinely care about creating a great experience, which, they do. We’ve been twice in the past month and can’t wait to go again. If you’re looking for high-end quality without the sky-high price tag, this place is a gem.

The omakase was extremely fresh and the sake that they had perfectly complimented the nigiri they served. The omakase was better than the ones I can get in Canada! The price was way worth of what we received. They did a combination of traditional Japanese, modern tastings, and as well as non-conventional Chinese/Japanese twists that tastes absolutely fantastic. I went in with another person and they really enjoyed their time as well here. Our favourite was the wagyu which was absolutely delicious. The chef was very attentive and explained to us what the fish served was and its origins. Thank you so much chefs! You were amazing! I will definitely be coming here again when I come back to NYC! ❤️

Tried out this newly opened omakase spot and was really impressed. The food was amazing! Every piece was super fresh, carefully prepared, and full of flavor. For the quality and attention to detail, the price is really fair. Everyone there was so friendly and made me feel really welcome, which made the whole night even better. The atmosphere was cozy, relaxed, and just really inviting. I’m already looking forward to going back and would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a great omakase experience.

I recently went to a private event at Mojo East and it was an amazing experience! The staff were incredibly hospitable and friendly, making it feel extra special. The omakase was absolutely delicious — every piece of sushi was super fresh and beautifully prepared. I especially loved the Ebi-uni — it was rich, sweet, and unforgettable. Highly recommend Mojo East for anyone looking for a top-notch omakase experience!

I had an amazing experience at Mojo East! The chef was super nice and explained all of the different sushi when we asked. The atmosphere and service was also great. And of course, the sushi was phenomenal. Would 100% recommend!!

The food was an amazing experience! Everyone was incredibly nice and attentive. Our chef was very interactive and friendly. The food was absolutely delicious and the atmosphere of the restaurant was very comforting. The fish tasted high quality and fresh. I would definitely recommend this and will certainly be coming back!

$55 bucks for a meal is still quite a doozy. But $55 for a omakase really isn't bad at all. This omakase concept has really taken hold on NYC for a while and doesn't seem to have found an end yet, not that I'm hoping for it to be so. It's to our benefit as the consumer to eat omakase well and all this competition is making it easier to do so. Mojo East was one of the better Omakase's I've had, the skill level of the chef is higher than what I would say I've been used to as these budget onakases. The service was very good, I arrived early and got seated earlier which was nice. Checkout was quick and no tipping which is nice for a change.

13 course omakase for $55? sign me UP immediately this deal is insane and the place is even more insane for being high quality and delicious, plus a no tipping policy all the fish and cuts were extremely well done. the rice here is pretty unique with it being more soft and sticky. the chefs even do fun little twists like glitter on one omakase, and he let me torch one of the rolls which was fun def recommend and woukd come back

I went into this with lower expectations, because I had won their summer giveaway. A lot of omakase spots tend to give a different menu or compromise on quality for giveaway winners, so I didn't want to be disappointed. Mojo East proved otherwise! The spot is rather spacious, with ~10-12 seats in the front, but they also have a table in the back. They are quite organized with the check-in process and I was seated pretty quickly. Even as a no-tipping establishment, which they really do refuse, they provided stellar service. The 13-course started off with the lighter fish and flavors and worked its way up to more elevated and intricate. Each nigiri had a perfect ratio of fish to rice. The rice was well-seasoned with the right amount of vinegar. They're a little heavy on the wasabi, but I personally enjoyed it. You could also tell them to adjust the level of wasabi if it doesn't suit your palate. The chefs were very charismatic and interactive, even providing a show for some of the pieces. My favorite pieces were probably the Hotate (scallop), Ebi-Uni, and Salmon Belly with Foie Gras. A strong contender was the Unagi nigiri tho. Initially thought they dolloped a heap of wasabi on top, but it turned out to be avocado crema, which is their take on an eel avocado roll. The pieces were all delicious and everything seemed rather fresh. Quality is actually very solid especially as its price point. I thoroughly enjoyed my experience and would probs come back here regularly!

I Went for a birthday with 3 of my girlfriends. They made sure to ask before and during if anyone had any allergy restrictions which I thought was great. I liked that the restaurant was very spacious. Jay was our omakase chef for the njght and he was great to all of us. When I go back I will make sure to request him again. Only thing I have something to say is that its hard to celebrate a birthday there without a dessert menu and on a time crunch for the next guests. I get the business concept but I would have liked the option to order something for the birthday girl.

Went for an omakase experience. It was for $55 and no tips needed. Definitely worth the experience! Loved the sushi! Staff was very friendly. It gets busy and reservations highly recommended. They have different seating timings. They also have a separate back seating.

I'll be honest... I didn't have high expectations going in since I had won a giveaway for a free omakase for 2. Normally, it's $55 for 13 courses, which is already a great deal. Plus, no tipping culture? Love that!!! But I was genuinely surprised by how fresh the fish was. The overall experience was really solid. The only downside was the rice, some of the pieces fell apart a little too easily and we did feel a bit rushed toward the end since the next seating was basically standing there waiting for us to wrap up. I ordered a bottle of sake and tried their Lucky Chicken IPA--both were great. We also added on a few extra pieces and ended up paying $165 total. Definitely worth it. I'd come back and recommend it for sure--super affordable and quality all around.

I haven't had omakase in so long and this $55 13-course was so worth it! Can you believe it's that cheap? And you also don't even have to tip. All of the nigiri was fresh and prepared in front of us at their long and spacious bar. The course includes pieces like akami, o-toro, gindara, ebi-uni, A5 Wagyu, unagi, a hand roll, and more! My favorite piece was the salmon-foie gras as it was torched to create a nice fatty flavor. They have two bathrooms inside and one table, which seems like it was set aside for a walk-in party. Make sure to book your reservation because the bar was full and they've been gaining so much traction lately!

I came here with a party of 2. This is a $55 non-tipping omakase establishment. It is a 13 course omakase and all the pieces were delicious! We were seated on the hour, so definitely don't come late. Service was good, no complaints there. Quality of the fish was good too! I would say it's a great value for what it is in NYC. Would come back!

For $55/pp (and no tip), Mojo East is a great bang for your buck omakase spot. My favorite pieces were the salmon-foie gras, the gindara (with chili oil!) and the A5 Wagyu with black truffle. The chef had a heavy hand with the wasabi but after we asked him to adjust, the pieces after were delicious! Be warned that you won't be full after the 13 pieces - we went home & had dumplings to fill us up haha. Each seating is only 1 hour so get there on time as they won't wait for you. (They'll just put your pieces on your plate). It's run "efficiently" but uncomfortably so. My only irritation with this place was that they seated us initially towards the middle of the counter but then minutes later, asked us to move to the end because they had an influencer coming to shoot content for them. Didn't enjoy sitting next to someone vlogging their whole dining experience. Overall, this place is great if you want omakase and you're on a budget!

$55 for 13 courses and an hour of seating. Everything tasted really fresh and it's great value. Service was quick would recommend for an inexpensive omakase

Although I won an omakase via instagram giveaway, this will be an honest review. they have an omakase that's 13 pieces for $55pp (and no tip!) which is a decent price. Everyone was very nice and the ambiance is very casual and cozy , easy to just grab in the afternoon or dinner spot. I loved all the pieces, they were decent sized but still bite sized. The sushi chef was very enthusiastic about each piece, he presented to us. My favorite was the gindara (sea bass), the ebi + uni and surprisingly the eel as well :) And we also got the mojo special which has wagyu, toro, scallop and uni which was amazing!! there is one piece that i wasn't able to take a photo of , since they place it on your hand while they spray gold dust onto it but it was delicious nonetheless. I'd recommend this to a friend who is just starting to get into trying out omakase spots. I've had more creative and interesting sushi pieces so this is not exactly exciting but it was still delicious!

A no-tip establishment is what caught my attention at first and $55 for a 13 course is a deal! The restaurant was very clean and modern, staff were friendly, and the quality of the fish was pretty good for the price. The chefs were very on point with the time with each piece. I had one of their special IPA's $4, added 2 extra nigiri's and a hand roll at the end, and it came out to $89. Would def come again!

Exceptional experience for $55. They run this restaurant like an amusement park on its peak efficient rush hour. At the hour mark, the restaurant that is filled to the brim clears out and makes way for the next group of people who have reservations. Everyone is called by the order they arrive and they are quickly ushered into their seats, firmly pushed in (like buckling up a seat belt on a roller coaster), and the menus are distributed shortly after that. The 13 hour omakase is really great for someone who has only experienced omakase 1 or 2 times before. The chefs are friendly and well paced. There are some flavors that have me surprised, which is the marker of a really good meal. Their sake is smooth and there's something for everyone. We came at 9pm, towards the end of the restaurant's hours and the energy was lively. They were attentive to our sake cups & the energy of the staff was infectious. My best meal--from food to experience--of the summer so far.

My partner took me on a surprise date here recently. Excellent omakase at a very reasonable price point! The bites were all delicious, and I'd say my favorites were the Sawara, Salmon Foie Gras, Wagyu, and the Unagi. Excited to return sometime soon!

Saw this restaurant trending on TikTok and I had to give it a try! I always wanted to try out omakase in NYC and I found out that this establishment offers $55 omakase (+ no tipping establishment)! The workers were guiding us on which nigiri was presented and the description of the flavor was pretty spot on. The A5 wagyu and the truffle butter salmon were my top two favorites!

Sub-$100 sushi omakase spots have become more popular than dollar pizza. But I've seen few this low in price. $55, no gratuity, all in for 13 pieces. You can easily pay $55 for two maki rolls. Apparently, this is their second location and only 2 weeks old. As such, everything is very new. The sushi bar is a long one with 3-4 chefs. Service was decent but the seating was weird. You basically wait against the wall until they clear the bar and then they randomly seat you. In regards to the food, it's not bad. You get a lot of value. The foie piece and scallop piece were probably my favorite out of the batch. They like to use the blow torch a lot so most pieces will get the heat. It's not personally my top favorite sushi spot, but I definitely see the appeal. If you're looking for an omakase experience without breaking the bank, this is it.

At $55 (and no tip!), Mojo East is the best value omakase! I enjoyed every course, but my favorites were the toro with fresh wasabi and seared salmon with foie gras.

For a 13-piece omakase spot, you can't beat the balance of great taste and value for your money. All of the nigiri were prepared swiftly and deliciously by our chef. The service was very attentive and helped us with some dietary situations. The long chef's bar table was also a nice dining experience that made for a more intimate time with the chef. I would definitely go back plus no tip is awesome.

$55 (no tip allowed) establishment for 13 courses is INCREDIBLE! such an incredibly welcoming waitstaff and chefs! We shared drinks and enjoyed the fish tremendously-- could not give this place higher praise! They prepare tuna in a medley of ways and it was all great! Big fan of the salmon and I wish I had the funds to try other sake and al la carte, but maybe next time! Cheers!

This place was SO good. $55 for 13 course omakase and no tipping is insane. The quality of the sushi was so goooood and fresh. Chef Ken was so kind. We also got a bottle of kubota sake. Very great pairing. The ambiance is super nice and by the time our resy came, it was packed to the brim. Definitely coming back here asap

Loved each course. Food and service were great. Salmon foie gras was my favorite! Playlist needs to be updated though. They were playing 2010's bangers. Don't get me wrong i love "i'm glad you came" and "hot n cold", but felt like playlist didn't fit.

Everything was exceptional. Staff was very friendly. Very nice hidden gem. Set price was nice, but couldn't resist to order more. 寿司は新鮮で美味しかった

Another affordable omakase spot that opened up, offering a 13 course meal for $55. The selling point is that they're a no tipping establishment. The sushi pieces itself are alright. I would say you're getting what you're paying for, so don't expect it to be top quality ingredients, but still fresh. Service is pretty good and the sushi chef are interactive for the most part and checks up to see what your opinion on the pieces every so often.

Favorites were the wagyu, uni ebi, and the Spanish mackerel. The value is definitely there and the quantity pretty solid.

Tried the omakase at 9pm on a weekday night for $55! The chef was really efficient with making our rolls and it was all amazing. It was great to see them make it in front of us and the added flair was fun (sparkles, fire torch). Really reasonable price for my first omakase ever!

My friend and I had a great time here! They always made sure our sake cups were filled. I've tried a lot of omakase between california and new york and no doubt, mojo east is the BEST value you can get in terms of quality, amount and pricing. There is a 60 min dine in time though so just keep that in mind that they through cycle through faster than most omakase places, but I'll take that since there is NO TIPPING here.

For $55 13 courses, the price and quality is pretty hard to beat. We had a reservation at 9pm and maybe it's because I ran a bit late but the pacing was like rapid fire. I felt like I was speeding through each course. Each reservation is only alotted for 1 hour so it's not really a place to sit and chat much, but the quality of the fish was definitely good. My favorites were probably the eel, scallop and salmon foie gras. The bonus is that this establishment is a no tipping one! So you just pay your $55 and that's it! In this day and age, that's like almost impossible to find in the US, so I thought that was a pretty nice aspect. At the end of the meal, I wasn't as full as I'd expected, but I still felt very satisfied. Overall, I think it's a great place to try once but not necessarily a place I'd need to come back to multiple times.

Came solo for their lunch service. Still 13 courses for $55. Was doing my own food crawl and this was a perfect amount for someone that ate some udon two hours before. The omakase was a good pace and not over-the-top. Staff was friendly and pretty attentive. jay the sushi chef was great. It was their first lunch service weekend and glad I got one of 7 seats. It's omakase with specific seating times. The way they are able to do this at the price and get people in and out is if everyone is on time. The sushi chef will have everything slice before hand and is ready to rock and put together in bulk. So if you are late and still coming, you will have sushi pieces start piling in and you may feel rushed. But you were late and they won't wait for you to begin serving everyone else in you seating. Everything tasted fresh and their sauces were delicious. The rice was very flavorful, warm and didn't fall apart. Well worth the visit and will tell everyone they should experience it. $55 and no tipping?!! Unheard of. I left happy and perfectly full.

For $55, you can enjoy a great quality omakase meal. Definitely a steal! My favorite piece was the salmon with foie gras. Would come here again.

Brand new omakase in LES. It's the type of place where they serve you all at the same time. The quality and flavors were some of the best I've had in the city. The service was very attentive, my water glass was never empty. The chefs were very fun. The vibes were interesting, we walked into the restaurant to wrecking ball by Miley Cyrus but I was so there for it. Cannot say enough how good the sushi was and especially for the price, but regardless of the price the sashimi was high quality. The Waygu beef was pretty fatty and chewy though.

Insane value with super high quality fish. Each bite was a delight and the chefs were so generous and sweet. Very typical omakase design with bar service where you can watch the chefs prepare. Would definitely recommend.

Definitely a bang for $55 bucks with no tips if you don't care about ambiance, presentation, and too much about the best quality of fish..? With so many new 'more' affordable omakase spots opening up in the city, it's hard to try them all. If you need an affordable omakase quick fix, this place might be the answer. But if you don't mind spending that ~20% saved on tips for a bit more quality and ambience, this place would be a nice try once and move on kind of deal? Many parties were seated late, messy clean up, rushed service (felt bad for the person making sushi because he was serving 5-6 parties himself), and messy presentation. The pieces were good for $55 for sure but not sure if I was full after. Somehow I was able to eat an entire bowl of ramen right after, this has never happened before. Were the pieces smaller? Maybe? Anyways, it was a nice try once and done for me. Thanks for carrying Dassai Blue in house!

Chef Ken was very friendly. Great deal. Salmon - Foie Gras, A5 Wagyu and Mojo Special were my favorites.

great omakase deal ($55 no tip) but prefer the shinn east/west, tsumo owned ones better. felt like fish quality was good but portions were skimpy, service was a tad rushed, and flavor combos were nothing crazy. good to try once.

Food was delicious and service was amazing. Ryan was our sushi chef and was friendly and informative. Yune was our service and she was fabulous. 10/10 would recommend and come back! And it was clean

Tried Mojo East with my husband and we were really impressed! It's a new sushi spot in the area with a $55 omakase (no tipping), which felt like a great deal for what you get. The fish was incredibly fresh and they had some unique and creative pieces we hadn't seen elsewhere. The vibe was relaxed, and the service was excellent--attentive but not overbearing. Definitely recommend if you're into omakase without the crazy price tag.

I had a spectacular time at Mojo east. I took myself on a date after work and it was the perfect treat. The fish was so fresh and melted in your mouth. The staff was extremely accommodating and my water stayed filled throughout the experience. The chef always asked if I was enjoying the pieces and explained each. For the price this is truly unbeatable and I will be absolutely be back if I can snag another res.

Literally couldn't ask for a better deal and quality omakase. Their sushi was fresh, their chefs were talented and creative and the flair they add to the experience is fantastic. Not to mention you can't beat an affordable price.

been here twice already and for the price and the amount of pieces you get it's a steal! the staff is very attentive and friendly. it is fast paced, our service both times finished around 43 minutes and they allocate the last 15 minutes or so to make extra pieces for you should you wish to order more. the ambiance is nice, a little too chaotic for my taste but it's a quick grab and go omakase joint.

service- was ok, not very attentive. since i was dining alone i would have appreciated higher transparency as to who my chef was. my chef did not introduce himself to me; i had to ask who was my chef. would have appreciated better service and higher attentiveness due to being the only single party that night; felt easily blended into both groups next to me. every chef (3) took a very long time to prep.. rez was at 5pm (1 hr limit) and i was not served until 5:25pm. every chef pre-sliced many many sashimis (probably to prepare for the night.. but shouldn't have done it during our reservation time. pre-slicing is also not great to show..) after the seating/chef confusion my chef did serve me first every time which i highly appreciated. taste- for majority of the pieces (at least first 3), couldn't really taste the fish, there was way too much sauce. rice overall was too wet/soft. favorite was Kinmedai (sub for salmon roe)-- very good, the only piece that i liked. too many pieces used blowtorch.. half of the pieces were essentially cooked... when blowtorched was used, it was def too long blowtorch time.. was sadly surprised when the torched wagyu was not soft, but a little tough...

Everything was fresh and delicious. Service was excellent! Great price w no tipping policy, just like Japan. If stay in NYC, will definitely make reservation again!

Run into this awesome restaurant on my recent travel to NYC. This is my first omakase experience and it was phenomenal! They have a 13 course omakase and everyone of them is delicious. It's 55 person and best of all no tipping establishment. Will definitely come back again.

amazing service and food, good quality fish. cheap too. highly recommend for sushi lovers.

Food was solid. 13 course omakase. And it had all the elements of omakase but the vibes were off. Felt rushed and herded like cattle. Total dining time was 25 mins and it felt super rushed. Would not go back even at that price point

The omakase here is excellent--13 courses for just $55. The fish is fresh, and the service is outstanding.