Sushi of Gari UES
Sushi restaurant · Upper East Side ·
Creative sushi with acclaimed chef's choice omakase in airy locale
Creative sushi with acclaimed chef's choice omakase in airy locale
"Emily, our sushi connoisseur, is a fan of Sushi of Gari’s UES location, which I know is on 78th Street." - Hannah Towey
"You can’t debate the best sushi on the Upper East Side without mentioning Sushi Of Gari, a small spot on 78th Street that's been around since 1997. The omakase here includes what is by now a legendary combination of sautéed tomato over perfectly chilled, buttery salmon. Even if you don’t personally understand what “umami” is supposed to taste like, you will after this bite. All of Sushi Of Gari’s pieces are brushed with sauces, and most are topped with additional garments. If you live in the area or you want to better understand the sushi scene in NYC, spend your money here." - bryan kim, neha talreja, hannah albertine
"Perfect for: Special-occasion sushi with someone who won't eat raw fish Despite the fact that people buy sushi with their bodywash at Walgreens now, your partner is still averse to raw fish. But it’s your birthday damn it, and you do not want to spend it in a strip mall sushi joint that’s lit like an office building, just because they also serve chicken teriyaki. Go to Sushi of Gari on the UES (or their locations in Midtown and Tribeca) instead. There isn't a tile floor or fluorescent in sight, and your companion can choose from various teriyaki, tempura and udon bowls. Meanwhile, you can enjoy a buttery piece of salmon nigiri, topped with seared tomato. " - neha talreja
"Any list of best sushi restaurants on the Upper East Side is incomplete without Sushi of Gari. This small spot has a variety of appetizers and à la carte nigiri and rolls, but the $150 sushi omakase is the best option. It includes what is by now a legendary combination of sautéed tomato over buttery salmon. (This perfect representation of “umami” inspired the similar offering at Sushi Seki.) All the pieces here are brushed with sauces, and most are topped with additional garments. This location is takeout/delivery-only for now. Check their Instagram for updates regarding the return of indoor dining." - hannah albertine, hillary reinsberg, neha talreja, kenny yang
"Salmon Yaki Tomato Sushi This Upper East Side omakase sushi restaurant was first opened by a man named Masatoshi “Gari” Sugio in 1997. While Gari is no longer handing you glorious pieces of fish today, a lot of his original ideas are still incorporated into the omakase experience. The best and most legendary of which consists of a sautéed tomato with sweet onion sauce over perfectly chilled, buttery salmon. It’s the definition of umami in one bite, and the sautéed tomato turns the whole thing into an acidic, hot-cold experience." - hannah albertine, nikko duren, carlo mantuano
