Shinpi Omakase

We went to Shinpi to celebrate an anniversary. Eric, the sushi chef, was very knowledgeable and fun to talk to throughout our dinner. We chose the 15 course menu, although the 15 course menu plus up to 20 pieces of uni was a tempting option. Some of our favorites included the oyster with uni and roe, the gold dusted Wagyu, king salmon, and Wagyu with uni. The staff recommended a bottle of sake to accompany our meal that was perfect according to our preferences. They celebrated our anniversary with a dessert and a special nostalgic song. I’ll save the song title as a surprise for anyone going in to celebrate a special occasion. We look forward to dining here again in the near future.

Magical experience near 33rd street/K town. I picked 18 course Omakase and ordered couple beers and a bottle of sake. Love the vibe. Chef works on the magic to present not-so-traditional items. The Wagyu steak was my personal favorite - melted in my mouth with slight graceful smoky flavor. The creative seafood items were novel, including an appetizer of oyster plus uni plus caviar plus fish roe, which was an umami bomb. Only drawback was nigiri items were average, but considering the price, they were still reasonably good. Eric was fun to talk to. Great vibes.

Shinpi is my favorite sushi experience. It feels like a party, but the small counter makes it intimate and personal at the same time. Chef Eric is the best and you can tell he really cares. The fish comes straight from Japan and it’s insanely fresh. The whole night is just fun.

Came here for dinner and we had a great time! The interior of the omakase is a bit more intimate, and the chefs here are very friendly and fun to talk to, making for a warm and comfortable dining experience. I got their 18 course omakase and thought that it was great. I really enjoyed their first couple of courses and appreciated how they had a lot of more "appetizer-like" and unique courses, rather than just nigiri. I did think their rice ratio was a bit much, so I had to ask them to decrease it but it was still good! Good fish quality and innovative dishes. I enjoyed this~

This was an amazing experience. Everything was delicious and well thought out. The staff is very attentive and kind. Small and intimate setting for a nice date night

This is my second time at Shinpi Omakase and I’m just as satisfied as before! The ingredients are fresh and thoughtfully paired 🐟 The service is warm and welcoming ❤️‍🔥 Dining here is always an excellent experience.

An Unforgettable Omakase Experience Every course of this omakase dinner was a masterful expression of flavor, technique, and seasonality. From buttery toro to delicate uni and perfectly balanced nigiri, each bite was unforgettable. The chef’s attention to detail and warm interaction made the evening feel both intimate and special. A true culinary journey — refined, authentic, and absolutely worth it.

I had a great time here at Shinpi and they were very accommodating seeing as I arrived an hour early to my reservation. The fish were fresh and paired well with what Chef Lin prepared from the toppings to the sauces. And the GOLD dust was everything and literally everywhere! 🤩 The setting was aesthetically pleasing, small and quiet so great to catch up with friends or as date night for couples. Would definitely wanna come back.

Came here for dinner and we had a great time! The interior of the omakase is a bit more intimate, and the chefs here are very friendly and fun to talk to, making for a warm and comfortable dining experience. I got their 18 course omakase and thought that it was great. I really enjoyed their first couple of courses and appreciated how they had a lot of more "appetizer-like" and unique courses, rather than just nigiri. I did think their rice ratio was a bit much, so I had to ask them to decrease it but it was still good! Good fish quality and innovative dishes. I enjoyed this~

There are way too many cheap and bad omakase spots popping up in NYC so I decided to check out Shinpi Omakase instead. For $169, the 15-course experience is amazing. They use premium ingredients like creamy Hokkaido Uni, O Toro with Caviar and Gold Foil, Wagyu, and much more. The atmosphere is intimate and relaxing, and the chef's meticulous attention makes for a very unique menu. Great balance of flavors and textures. So much better than the super cheap spots!

Service was friendly with one chef being more social and fun, which helped create a warm and welcoming atmosphere that definitely helped elevate the dining experience! Seats were spaced appropriately so it had a nice and comfortable arrangement! Now let's talk about the Omakase selection: We unfortunately did not think that the quality matched its price tag. We opted for the most expensive selection and the total bill was 430 after tips for two people without any drinks. The appetizer selection was subpar unfortunately, especially the ones that incorporated the sea urchin. I love uni and have had many different types and differing freshness. However, the uni that accompanied the appetizer was not fresh since it left a bitter and not sweet aftertaste. The individual selection of fishes were mostly fresh, but nothing that left a "WOW" factor. Although the special grade uni was delicious, it was only available for two pieces with the rest of them just mediocre. The whole experience was fun and the gold glitter spray was definitely entertaining, gimmicky, and Instagram worthy; the chefs were sweet and the birthday celebrations were exciting and enhanced the dining experience as well, which was great! However, I do have high hopes for Shinpi Omakase because I know with some minor modifications, they can definitely elevate the quality of their selection to better match the price point they are aiming for. Overall the highlight was just the two special uni pieces and one wagyu piece out of the total 17-18 that stood out. I really hope nothing but the best for Shinpi and I hope for a chance to come back to see them become as phenomenal as I know they can be! Thank you for reading and best of luck! (:

My boyfriend booked Shinpi Omakase for our anniversary dinner, and it truly exceeded our expectations. This intimate, almost hidden gem is a very private restaurant with only 10 seats, offering an exclusive dining experience. Having been to many omakase spots, this one easily ranks among my favorites. Every fish and dish was prepared fresh, which is essential for me as I'm quite particular about the quality of the seafood. I could tell that every ingredient was exceptionally handled with care. The service and ambiance were immaculate, and the menu was a mix of unique and classic omakase dishes which I really enjoyed. At the end, the chef even prepared a complimentary heart uni box for Valentine's Day, which was incredibly sweet! If you're looking for an unforgettable and intimate dining experience in New York, I highly recommend Shinpi Omakase.

This was a great omakase experience. Very limited seating so you'll need to book the reservation well in advance. The quality of the fishes are great and who I believe is the head chef, Eric, is very interactive with his guests. He takes feedback seriously, which is what you want to see in an establishment. A 15 course is $150, which is what we opted for. There's also a premium 18 course which goes for $170. Each piece was fresh and sliced fairly thick right in front of you. The added garnishing or droplets of sauce really enhances the overall experience. There is one instance where the chefs will ask you to hold your hand up in a fist and they will put a piece of otoro nigiri right on top of your fist. They will then spray some liquid gold for the effect before asking you to consume it off of your fist. Very IG worthy alright. At one instance the lights turned off and Eric played dumb and asked "who turned off the lights?" in order to light some sparklers to celebrate a guests birthday. Eric even took shots of sake with everyone at the end of the experience. Everyone was for sure more loose and friendlier towards the end compared to being quiet and tight in the beginning.

Great omakase experience! The restaurant has very limited seating, so make sure to make a reservation. The atmosphere inside is very relaxing and peaceful. I tried the 15 course omakase, and I was blown away by the freshness and diversity of the options. They did a great job utilizing uni in several of the courses such as the oyster appetizer. The king salmon was definitely my favorite piece. Very fresh and tasty. Overall, I had a great time at Shinpi Omakase. The service was great and the experience was intimate. I can't wait to come back in the future!

All fantastic. This is my 5th time here, it continues to be surprising fantastic dishes and end with all you can eat uni. I am coming back.

Experience the artistry of Omakase @shinpi_omakase , where each bite is a masterpiece. The expert chef, Eric @j.survolt crafted a curated selection of seasonal, hand-picked ingredients, served with precision and passion. Each one of them just melted in my mouth. Everything is so fresh and flavorful including the Uni that came directly from Japan. This is one of the best Omakase I have ever had. An unforgettable culinary journey, one dish at a time. Omakase Set : 15 pieces $139 18 pieces $169

We decided we wanted omakase about 20 minutes prior on a Thursday evening and set off to locate some. We walked into Shinpi around 9:15pm and they sat us in the middle of the bar. It feels like a private chefs table. Dare I say this was within my top 3 omakase's I've had in the city. The attention to detail combined with the THICK cuts of fish-- absolutely the thickest I've ever received. Every course was delicious down to the double skim dessert. The chef was engaging and even let us try some of his special sake. Will definitely be recommending this to my fellow omakase enthusiasts.

Shinpi Omakase does not disappoint, from the service to the food. Their menu changes seasonally and they have a daily special based on the type of fish they can get so you know it's fresh. Yes, the price is kind of high but it is worth it. You are paying for the experience because Chef Eric is so sweet and you can tell he puts so much effort into his craft. I've been here twice now and I can say I loved every piece. What sets Shinpi apart is some of their ingredients that I don't normally see at other omakase places. For example, this time I had a unique king crab. Their uni is also the best I've ever had, super creamy and sweet. If you are looking to splurge and treat yourself or a special someone, Shinpi is the place to do so! If you follow them on instagram, they sometimes have deals such as buy one get one half off.

Literally the best omakase we have ever had, in the U.S. and Japan! We got the 18 piece version and were blown away by the highest quality ingredients, often innovatively combined, with superb and friendly service and chef in an intimate atmosphere. Standouts included: 1) a superbly fresh Kumamoto oyster with Hokkaido Uni and ikura; tasted like the ocean, a perfect flavor mix; 2) toro with caviar sprayed with gold powder from a perfume-type bottle; 3) a unique summer special of mango, cold scallop, cucumber and Thai spicy foam; 4) an add on A5 Wagyu and uni hand roll; 5) fresh Hokkaido crab with lemon finger zest; 6) Uni nigiri with shaved truffle. The setting is an intimate sushi bar, no more than 10 people in the restaurant with two extremely solicitous servers, and the manager as well as chef ensuring plenty of personalized attention. Relaxing music and a full moon projection on the wall. We felt totally welcomed and at home with the engaging staff, who even offered complimentary sake. And there was a 5 percent discount for the summer season. Quite full at the end and deeply satisfied by food quality, innovation, touches of luxury at every step, perfect service. Will definitely be back!

@shinpi_omakase offers omakase courses where the fish is super fresh/good quality and dishes are unique! Located on the outskirts of K-town, Shinpi Omakase is super easy to get to. Our chef, @j.survolt is skilled in very skilled at what he does! This omakase place was truly something special, and definitely the place to go to treat yourself. ft: - sashimi kumamoto oysters with hawaii amberjack - cold noodles - steamed egg custard with fish roe and mushroom - botan ebi - uni rice with cavier - shinpi omakase special - toast, wagyu, scallop with fish roe and gold flakes on top - branzino nigiri - madai sea bream - -shiimaji - black cod - king salmon nigiri - truffle soy with bluefin tuna - uni rice small hand roll - otoro cavier gold foil - wagyu uni small hand roll - wagyu handroll - dessert Shinpi Omakase 121 Madison Ave #3, New York, NY 10016 15 courses: $139 18 courses: $169 Since we went around valentine's day, they gave us a complimentary heart shaped box of uni! follow @rebeccatakesnyc for more nyc content!

Shinpi is one of my favorite omakase experiences I've had in New York! The atmosphere is very calming, it reminded me of a spa with essential oils and tranquil music playing in the background. The place is very intimate seating around 10 people at the bar. We had chef Eric and Devon prepare our 18 piece omakase meal. They were extremely tentative and continuously asked if the rice, fish, soy sauce, and wasabi ratio was to our liking and to let them know if it ever wasn't. They even provided us with some complimentary sake. Every dish was prepared so beautifully so I couldn't help but take pictures of EVERYTHING. My favorite having been the "French toast" and uni. I typically don't love uni, but this uni was so so buttery and flavorful it changed my perspective on uni. Additionally, I felt this omakase experience provided us with many dishes that contained uni (~4-5?) which I feel it more generous than other omakase places. So if you're an uni lover, this is a great spot for you. The team that night was Eric, Devon, and Jojo and they provided a warming welcoming environment. Rated top 2 omakase spots in NY in my book!

I went here on a date and we just happened to stumble upon the place. No reservations were needed; we walked in randomly. We opted for the 15-course meal priced at $139, which was quite reasonable. We also tried the sake pairing, which I believe includes five glasses. I wasn't a fan of it and should've probably skip it. The fish was fresh, but overall, nothing too remarkable. They didn't have the Dassai sake I wanted, and I noticed another group asking for it as well, but unfortunately, it wasn't available. We liked the gold glitter on the sushi, though it wasn't anything extraordinary. They served plenty of tea between courses, which was a nice touch. The staffs were friendly but other than that meh!

Truly one of my favorite omakase spots in the city! I loved every dish that was part of the 15 course meal and I thought it was such a good value. The otoro with caviar and gold was so delicious and fun to eat. Service was 100/10. Could not recommend this more - can't get fresher sushi than here in the city at this price! Will be back.

We went to Shinpi Omakase last weekend and had a great time. The chef at was super interactive which made the experience really fun. We got the 15 course omakase for $139. The meal included super cool cuts, the most memorable being Snake Belly Tuna. Our favorite bite was the King Salmon, so fresh and melted in our mouths

Chef Eric's omakase is fresh, relaxed, and genuinely fun. The sushi is clean and well made, but it is Eric who really makes the experience. He talks, jokes, and keeps the whole meal feeling easy and enjoyable. You leave full, happy, and already thinking about coming back.

Fantastic! All the fish was really fresh and there were a lot of interesting flavors. I would definitely come here again. This place is very intimate, which is perfect for omakase. The service was impeccable.

Fish was so fresh and delicious, especially the uni which were presented in several creative ways. Just loved the attractive presentation of each item. Staff were very friendly and service oriented, especially the owner. Looking forward to returning real soon.

Loved this place! My friend took me here for my birthday and we did the premium omakase for $169, which I'd recommend. A lot of pieces have a lot of bells and whistles on top so not your place if you like super traditional sushi, but I still enjoyed it. The chef we had that night was Taiwanese and super friendly and interactive, which made the night more fun. I just wish they had a bit less of a wait in between each piece - I got very hungry! But over all, great quality sushi and will definitely return!

Shinpi Omakase is outright phenomenal!! The vibes are immaculate and the staff are incredible. It was one of the best omakase experiences I've ever had. We did the 18 course for $170 and the quality was amazing. They are running a 2 person 5% off and 3 person 10% off discount too! Every single bite was special, and I cannot wait for my next visit!

Food was mediocre, service was under average, definitely not on point. The 23% service charge for 3 people (they consider 3 people as large party???) made me speechless, their service doesn't deserve it. I still paid for it but I will never go again.

We landed in New York the night before and wanted an authentic omakase. Shinpi Omakase was in the area and we were able to make a last minute reservation. Chef Eric was amazing as he provided the experience I was hoping for. We got to try a variety of fish and everything tasted amazing. Some highlights were taking champagne sake shots with the chef, him opening a fresh box of uni for us, torched some of the fish, and adding gold flakes on the nigiri on our hand. The actual restaurant is a small, dimly lit interior with the bar and 10 high chair seats. I thought this added to the intimate omakase vibes if that's what you're looking for.

This is my fourth times come here. Food is fresh and delicious as before and the chef got a little changed in every dish which surprised me. And the chef is very patient and caring about what we need. I will definitely come back in the future.

Don't get me wrong, the food is excellent. Great use of flavors and textures. The fish is very fresh with premium ingredients. Presentation is top notch. The chef is super friendly. So why the three stars? The place is pretty pricey for the experience. NYC has tons of omakase spots in this price range; sushi Nakazawa, Yasuda and Chemistry Room, for example. Shinpi lacks the elegance and the upscale feel these other places offer. The venue is super small; a 10 person counter and a narrow walk way leading to the restroom and back kitchen. Past the Japanese noren drape is a kitchen that resembles a fast food kitchen (but cleaner I might add) and a bathroom that is barely up to par to moderately priced restaurants. There is no waiting area other than an ottoman to sit on awkwardly behind guests who are still eating; so don't show up early. The place is BYOB; not a big fan of brining my own alcohol... but NBD. However, what I didn't understand was why the wait staff never refilled our "wine glass" except for the initial pour. "Wine glass" is in quotation marks because they were just regular cocktail glasses. Additionally, our water was never refilled. In summary; the chefs are incredible, the food is excellent. However, I'd look elsewhere for an omakase at this price range.

Omakase was delicious!! Very good service and delicious quality sushi. Staff is a little inexperienced but very friendly. I wish they offered hand rolls as an experience as they looked interesting.

Had an amazing experience while dining at shimpi. Our sushi chef, Eric, was so attentive and gave us a fun time throughout our entire meal. My friend and I chose the 18 piece selection, which served premium pieces such uni, Otoro, and wagyu. Highlights of the meal: *botan ebi was one of my favorite pieces, it was an absolute flavor bomb *toro&caviar nigiri bump was definitely the highlight of the meal especially with the fairy dust

This definitely leaned fusion. I liked all of the uni dishes but thought the ordering was a bit off. For example, we had miso soup and some decadent uni dishes early on in the process (rather than at the end). Some standouts included some of the white fishes that were seared. I did think some of the fusion was a little excessive like the cream on top of the salmon. Service was good but unfortunately this place doesn't rank at the top of omakases at this price point.

10/10! This was the best omakase experienced I've ever had. The food, and service was amazing. It was a unique experience and very interactive. Must try!

This was an incredible experience from start to finish. Our chef Eric was so welcoming and made sure to explain all the courses to us. The restaurant interior was so cute and intimate we absolutely loved everything about this spot. We will be back soon!

There's SO MUCH UNI at this omakase. I loved everything I got and the entire experience was wonderful. I will definitely be back. I also highly suggest getting the ebi and uni handroll. It's expensive but it was a big roll and delicious

Was here back in couple months ago for a friend's birthday, limited seats, make sure make a reservation before you go. Food is good, dinner area decent.

Exceeded all expectations. I've eaten tons of omakase in NYC, and Shinpi has jumped quite high on the list. For starters, the service was attentive and professional. Our chef was welcoming and took the time to ask our names. Now, the food... one of the best bang-for-your-buck omakase options around right now, for under $150 per person. The appetizers were delectable. My favorite was the Hokkaido oyster with uni, caviar, and ikura, accompanied by two pieces of yellowtail jalapeño-style sashimi. The nigiri included omakase staples like shima aji and king salmon, which felt familiar yet elevated, mixed with mind-blowing combinations and pieces like monkfish liver, toro, scallop, uni, and A5 Wagyu, to name a few. Peppered within the 18 pieces were warm tea, miso soup, and sake. They finished it off with deeply frozen matcha ice cream.

Very nice atmosphere, excellent food, great service, and friendly staff. Will definitely be coming back!

Mixed review. The sushi was excellent. Good quality fish, expertly presented. I was a little disappointed in the ambience. We ordered yuzu sake which was served at room temperature (warm room temp) as was the water (it was tepid tap, undrinkable). Only one other couple, early like us, was there during our meal. They made both couples sit and wait until their exact reservation time before starting service. Perhaps they were hoping for walk-ins. I think they need to try to create a more welcoming, fun atmosphere. I don't think they are doing well and perhaps were glum about that but that didn't translate into anything that would encourage returning.

Shinpi was absolutely phenomenal. The chef was enthuasiastic which made for a very enjoyable experience. There was a large array of options and they were all delicious. It is a very intimate setting and the service is spectacular.

Sooooo expensive I would never come again. The food was average and not special on any level.

Great spot for delicious sushi. Fun spot for a fun experience. A fun interaction with the sushi chef.

The food was delicious! Everything was so fresh and the service was top notch. We also got cute little desserts at the end. We had a great experience here and will come back again.

THIS IS ONE OF THE BEST OMAKASES EVER!!!!!!!!!!! Tonight I got to try the 18 course omakase and it was JUST as good - if not better- as the 15 course I had before. Each and every course was UNREAL, the chefs were so nice and I love the intimate counter. My favorite piece ever is the shinpi special: a piece of toast topped with crab, toro, scallop, uni, ikura & gold flakes. it was truly incredible. Shinpi is one of the best omakases ever. ‍ I'll be back for a third time soon!!

It was okay. Awkward experience because the chef is just staring at you eating and asks how was everything right after each and every single bite. Also when asked what kind of fish it was, he wasn't very clear about it. At a point, he made us put our hand out to put the toro on our hand to spray some gold flakes. My hubs made a joke saying they're too lazy to do dishes that they had us stick our hand out. It was good to try for first time but not too sure I'd come back.

Definitely worth to give it a try. The fish are super fresh. This is absolutely a amazing place for superb omakase. Every dish is perfectly crafted for flavor & rich on every bite. Tbh every single piece are remarkable and I can't really pick the best 3. Must try and will def come back!!

Great food and great service, kudos to the team. Creative and delicious omakase menu, everything was fresh and yummy, highly recommend. Will be back soon

Innovative and fantastic omakase experience. Down-to-earth owner who functions as the head and only preparer of food. Highly recommend-- absolutely glowing experience. Eric, we love you!

Food over there is really good. I revisit there with my whole family. Dishes are slightly different. Because my father doesn't eat raw fish. Chef Eric make him cooked one. Ingredients is top rated. Fish is so so fresh and delicious

What a great experience! Each course was more perfect than the next! The oyster course was a fan favorite.

Wow I was blown away by shinpi omakase! It's a newer, more upscale omakase meant to mimic traditional Japanese omakase but with the chef's own flavor profiles and creations. One thing I really loved was the fact that there was no menu and everything was a surprise. Omakase means chefs choice and in Japan, it's chef's choice based on the fresh catch of the day. Most places in NYC have a set 12 piece or 18 piece menu and there are no surprises. Of course, they do ask you if you have any allergies so they do not serve you anything that you can't have! Shinpi also means surprise! I loved the fact that they started out with two delicious appetizers and a soup. The oyster with uni appetizer and the chawanmushi(steamed egg) with uni and crab meat was so good! All of the nigiri pieces were extra special too and were different from the typical pieces that I've had at almost every other omakase restaurant. The pieces were elevated with truffle, uni, gold, caviar. He certainly did not cheap out for the higher price point. The chef even tried to put on a little show with a gold flake glitter shower and we finished off with some ice cream for dessert. Each plate was done to perfection. Even down to the little details of presentation. We got our first appetizer on a Crystal looking plate. It was so beautiful. He was so kind and accommodating the entire time! Everyone had a blast and I'm super excited to go back and see what pieces I'll be surprised with next time! 10/10 would recommend! Follow @dreaeatsnyc on Instagram for my latest foodie recommendations! Shinpi reel coming soon!

Delicious fresh fish, wonderful amiable chef :) attentive service. Would come back again.

Amazing experience at Shinpi Omakase. We had the 18 course for $165 and it was definitely worth it. They have a large variety of seafood and the flavors compliment each other nicely. Chef Eric's creativity really shows in his craft. I've been blown away with some pieces he's made for us. Will definitely be coming back!