Marumi
A low-key Greenwich Village favorite serving serious sushi and home-style Japanese food in a warm, wood-lined space.
- Mon – Thu, 12:00 – 14:30, 17:00 – 21:30; Fri, 12:00 – 14:30, 17:00 – 22:00; Sat, 17:00 – 22:00; Sun, 17:00 – 21:30
- $$
- 546 LaGuardia Place
- 4.5 (327 reviews)
People
Takashi SandoOwner
Mamoru TsunodaOwner
Kenji TomitaOwner
Description
Founded in 1991 by Japanese ex-pats Takashi Sando, Mamoru Tsunoda, and Kenji Tomita, this spot near the NYU campus bypasses high-concept trends. The space feels elegantly designed but lived-in and unfussy. Instead of theatrics, the focus is squarely on the food, featuring precise chef's chirashi, tempura, and crispy chicken. Service is fast and straightforward, making it a steady standby for those who want a reliable, no-frills Japanese meal near Washington Square Park.