Omakase From Former Sushi of Gari Chefs in Midtown East

Tucked on a quiet block of East 39th Street, this Midtown East counter draws on chefs who once led the sushi bar at Sushi of Gari. Take a seat and the pace becomes the point, each piece assembled in front of you from fresh fish and warm, seasoned rice.

The menu rewards curiosity. Order the sushi deluxe and it arrives under chef's toppings that redraw the flavor of every cut, layering sweetness, acid, and heat over familiar fish. The room stays polished without tipping into stiff, which suits a date, a client lunch, or a solo seat with a cocktail.

Lunch runs Tuesday through Friday from 12:00 to 2:00 PM, and dinner opens at 5:00 PM Tuesday through Sunday, stretching to 10:00 PM on Friday and Saturday. Monday stays dark. Reserve ahead for the counter, where the chefs read the room and adjust the pace.