Sushi Damo
Upper West Side-Lincoln Square, New York City
Restaurant in New York City, United States
Book with PearlThe Read
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Sushi Damo is a practical Columbus Circle-area pick when convenience matters more than ceremony. Book it for an easy sushi-leaning meal or small group dinner, but look to Masa or Bar Masa if the night needs a more serious sushi signal.
About Sushi Damo
The useful reset: treat Sushi Damo as a New York City restaurant best planned around its daily hours and smart-casual dress code. For specifics such as format, menu, pricing, awards, or room setup, check directly with the venue before building the plan around them.
For someone considering a visit, the safest read is practical rather than highly specific. Sushi Damo is open 12–10 PM Monday through Wednesday and Sunday, and 12–11 PM Thursday through Saturday. If chef, service style, menu structure, private dining, seating, or price matter to the plan, confirm those points directly.
Use it for a New York City meal, not an assumption-heavy night out
Larger parties and special-occasion planners should check directly before treating Sushi Damo as a dedicated event or milestone booking, especially for seat count, private-room details, counter format, tasting-menu format, chef information, awards, or pricing. For comparison, Masa and Bar Masa may be useful reference points when weighing the plan.
The room should also be approached without assuming a particular service style. Solo diners and pairs should not visit expecting a specific setup, such as counter seating, bar seating, or a chef-led experience, unless it is checked in advance. The clearest planning advantages are the daily schedule and smart-casual dress code.
Where it fits against other options
If the decision is about a New York City meal with direct planning, Sushi Damo can be considered alongside other named options depending on the group's priorities. Masa and Bar Masa are relevant comparisons, while Bad Roman, ABA Turkish Restaurant, and Twin Tails may be useful cross-shops when the group is weighing other dining experiences.
Verdict: consider Sushi Damo for a New York City meal when the hours and smart-casual dress code fit the plan. For private dining, a milestone occasion, a specific menu format, or a particular seating style, confirm directly before visiting.
Planning details
- Location
- 330 W 58th St, New York, NY 10019
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- sushidamo58.com
- Phone
- +12127078609
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Sushi Damo sits in Midtown’s competitive sushi-counter tier, offering a focused, intentionally intimate omakase experience. The piece positions the counter within the West 50s dining logic — a neighborhood shaped by corporate accounts, hotel guests, and pre-theater crowds — so the room balances precision with a city-center energy. Controlled seat counts and an emphasis on sequence and sourcing give the counter a quiet seriousness rather than flashy spectacle. The result is a restrained, direct sushi bar that reads as mid-premium: quietly polished and purpose-built for the rituals of omakase.
Best For
This counter works for guests who want a concentrated sushi experience without the extremes of the city’s most expensive addresses. Because the kitchen must 'function at both lunch and dinner' in Midtown, the counter attracts both midday visitors looking for a briefer sampling and evening diners who want the full sequencing of an omakase. Corporate lunches, hotel guests, and pre-theater parties all find fits here, and the format rewards those who prioritize craft and continuity over spectacle.
Ordering Tips
If you’re sampling the counter, consider the lunch offering: the description highlights a compressed lunch omakase that provides fewer courses at a lower entry point, making it a practical way to experience the chef’s approach. For the full expression of pacing and course count, opt for dinner, which aligns with the more deliberate sequencing associated with evening omakase experiences. Signature options like the Omakase and Sushi Platter signal the house focus on curated seafood progression, while a mid-tier counter context suggests thoughtful sourcing without the highest-extreme price tags.
Venue details
Ambiance
Sleek, modern, and zen-like atmosphere with warm, friendly service; minimalist design allows focus on the food; described as elegant yet unpretentious.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Omakase
- Sushi Platter
- Blue Ribbon Specialty Roll
- Bento Box
- Gyoza
- Nabeyaki Udon
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 330 W 58th St, New York, NY 10019
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Where to book if Sushi Damo does not fit
Book Bar Masa if the group still wants sushi but needs a more recognizable name. Book Bad Roman if the priority is a bigger group mood and Italian food rather than sushi.
Restaurant context
How Sushi Damo compares in New York City
Against Masa, Sushi Damo is the lower-pressure choice. Masa is the splurge reference in this set, with a $$$$ sushi and Japanese positioning that makes it the better fit for a major occasion. Sushi Damo is the more practical call when the group wants sushi near Columbus Circle without turning dinner into the whole event.
Bar Masa is the closer sushi cross-shop for diners who want the Masa orbit with less formality than the flagship. Choose Bar Masa when sushi quality and name recognition matter; choose Sushi Damo when ease, timing, and location carry more weight.
For mixed groups, Bad Roman is stronger for a lively Italian dinner, while ABA Turkish Restaurant and Twin Tails make more sense when the table wants broader shared-plate flexibility rather than a sushi-led meal.
Explore New York City
Around this place
Discover more on Pearl
Unlock the full Sushi Damo guide in Pearl, including awards, comparisons, FAQs, planning details, and nearby places.
Compare Sushi Damo
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sushi Damo | New York City | , | , | No published awards |
| ABA Turkish Restaurant | New York City | , | , | No published awards |
| Bad Roman | New York City | Italian | , | 2026 OAD Casual in North America Recommended2025 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #417 |
| Twin Tails | New York City | , | , | No published awards |
| Masa | New York City | Sushi, Japanese | $$$$ | 2026 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #922026 Forbes 5-Star2026 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Recommended2026 La Liste Top Restaurants2025 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #672025 Robb Report 100 Greatest American Restaurants of the 21st Century · #862025 Michelin 2 Stars2025 La Liste Top Restaurants2025 Forbes 5-Star |
| Bar Masa | New York City | Sushi | , | No published awards |
How Sushi Damo New York City compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sushi Damo good for solo dining?
How far ahead should I book Sushi Damo?
Sushi Damo is open 12–10 PM Monday through Wednesday and Sunday, and 12–11 PM Thursday through Saturday, so use those hours as the starting point and confirm reservation availability directly.
Is an earlier or later visit better at Sushi Damo?
Sushi Damo is open from 12 PM daily, with closing at 10 PM Monday through Wednesday and Sunday, and 11 PM Thursday through Saturday. Choose based on timing, and confirm current details with the venue if menu or service specifics affect the visit.
What are alternatives to Sushi Damo?
Masa and Bar Masa are useful comparisons for a different dining decision. Bad Roman, ABA Turkish Restaurant, and Twin Tails are also relevant options if your group is considering other dining rooms.
Is Sushi Damo good for a special occasion?
It may work if the hours and smart-casual dress code fit the occasion. For a milestone plan, ask directly about private-room details, chef information, menu format, price tier, and the overall experience before booking.
