Nagasaki

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"The real draw of this intimate sushiya off Nostrand from two Sushi of Gari vets is the expert yet affordable omakase, which is available at the eight-seat bar. For $70, you’ll receive three appetizers, ten pieces of nigiri, and a hand roll. The fish is aged in-house and can go toe-to-toe with the more lauded omakase restaurants across the East River; some highlights include the fatty Spanish tuna and the mackerel from Nagasaki Prefecture, topped with sesame salt and thinly sliced shallots. The service in the slender space is unparalleled, and the sushi chefs don’t rush as they explain the origin of the fish and often take into account your individual preferences (and occasionally will throw in an extra piece). If you don’t have the time or budget for the full omakase experience, you can order à la carte in the main dining room. The only real downside here is that Uotora still doesn’t have a liquor license, and a meal this good calls for sake." - Edward Hart