
Sushi Ginza
Upper East Side-Lenox Hill-Roosevelt Island, New York City
Restaurant in New York City, United States
The Read
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Sushi Ginza is a practical East Side sushi pick for diners who want an easier booking and a quieter decision than a high-stakes omakase hunt. Go for lunch or a small dinner, ask about bar seating if that matters, and treat it as a flexible neighborhood sushi plan rather than an awards-led splurge.
About Sushi Ginza
Consider Sushi Ginza when the goal is a direct New York City dining plan with published daily hours and a smart casual dress code. The information is limited, so the safest way to plan is to treat it as a practical option rather than to assume a specific menu format, chef-led experience, price tier, or awards profile. In other words, this is a listing to approach with clean logistics in mind: where it is, when it is open, and how to dress are the dependable anchors.
The useful frame is expectation management. There is no chef, award trail, price tier, seating format, service style, or signature dish available here. Plan around the confirmed basics: Sushi Ginza is in New York City, lists smart casual dress, and posts hours every day of the week. For diners comparing options, that makes it easier to evaluate schedule fit without relying on details or building the evening around assumptions that may not match the actual experience.
Choose it for an easy plan, not a trophy-counter dinner
Because no formal tasting-menu format, counter setup, or seating arrangement, do not build the visit around a specific style of meal. If a particular seating preference matters, confirm it directly before going. The strongest planning detail is the schedule: Sushi Ginza is open 12–10 PM Monday through Wednesday, 12–10:30 PM Thursday, 12–11 PM Friday, 3–10:30 PM Saturday, and 3–10 PM Sunday.
Those hours make Sushi Ginza easier to fit into a New York City itinerary than restaurants with narrower public schedules. Weekdays begin at 12 PM, while Saturday and Sunday begin at 3 PM, which gives the listing a clear rhythm for both weekday and weekend planning. For any detail beyond timing and dress code, including menu structure, pricing, or accommodations, diners should check directly with the restaurant before committing to a plan. That extra confirmation is especially useful when the meal is tied to a reservation window, a group schedule, or a broader day in the city.
Good for small occasions when ease matters more than ceremony
For special occasions, the recommendation is conditional: consider it when the priority is a convenient New York City restaurant with smart casual dress and clear daily hours. Do not choose it on the assumption of awards, a named chef, a luxury format, or a documented tasting arc, because those details are not here. It is better suited, based on the available information, to plans where dependability and simplicity matter more than a highly defined culinary narrative.
First-timers should keep the plan simple: use the posted hours to choose a workable time, dress smart casual, and confirm any specific needs directly with the restaurant. For more New York planning context, use our full New York City restaurants guide, with broader category browsing across New York City bars, hotels, experiences, and wineries.
Planning details
- Location
- 1065 1st Ave, New York, NY 10022
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- sushiginzany.com
- Phone
- +12122022553
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Sushi Ginza presents as a compact, chef-centered omakase counter on the quieter eastern edge of Midtown. The write-up positions it within New York’s premium sushi hierarchy, where small seat counts and focused service favor consistency over spectacle. Its Sutton Place–adjacent address gives it a neighborhood-scaled ambition: locals and destination diners converge at the counter, keeping the energy intimate and attentive rather than flashy. The tone is refined and restrained, aimed at serious sushi diners who value thoughtfully sourced fish and a measured, counter-side experience rather than theatrical dining rooms or high-volume bustle.
Best For
This is a dinner-first destination for diners seeking a premium omakase experience. The piece situates Sushi Ginza in the second tier of New York counters—the $200–$400 pre-tax range—so it naturally suits special evenings, date nights, and business dinners where food-forward conversation and service matter. Its Midtown East location draws both regular neighborhood clientele and visitors making a reservation specifically for the counter, making it a reliable choice when you want a focused, high-quality sushi tasting rather than a casual night out.
Ordering Tips
Approach the counter with a tasting mentality: Sushi Ginza is framed as part of the city’s omakase scene, where the chef-driven sequence defines the meal. Book early—copy notes that seats at serious counters are limited and booking windows for this tier are often measured in weeks. If ordering a la carte, look for signature small plates like Crispy Rice, Yellowtail Jalapeño, and Madai Tiradito, which are highlighted as standouts. The write-up also flags a broader sustainability turn among premium counters, so expect mindful sourcing to inform menu choices.
Venue details
Ambiance
Comfortable seating with stylish decor and a great bar atmosphere.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Crispy Rice
- Yellowtail Jalapeno
- Madai Tiradito
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 1065 1st Ave, New York, NY 10022
Planning details
Location
Restaurant context
How Sushi Ginza compares nearby
Sushi Ginza is the easiest recommendation when the group wants Japanese food and a simpler booking path. Lungi is the clearer pick for diners who want a defined price signal, since it is listed at $$$ and focuses on Sri Lankan cooking; choose it when spice, shared plates, and a more distinctive cuisine choice matter more than sushi.
Nostos is better for groups that want Greek braised classics and wood-fired meats, especially if the table prefers a broader shared-meal format. Mr. Chow is the more scene-driven Chinese option, better suited to diners who want a recognizable name and a bigger-night feel rather than a practical sushi stop.
Serendipity 3 - Upper East Side works better for a playful, family-friendly Upper East Side plan, while Roy's Fish Market is the closer cross-shop for seafood-minded diners who are not fixed on sushi. If the brief is a small date, quick lunch, or low-maintenance Japanese meal, Sushi Ginza is the cleaner fit.
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Compare Sushi Ginza
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sushi Ginza | New York City | , | , | No published awards |
| Nostos | New York City | Greek (braised classics, wood-fired meats) | , | No published awards |
| Mr. Chow | New York City | Chinese | , | 2024 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #5632023 OAD Casual in Europe RecommendedPearl Recommended Restaurants |
| Serendipity 3 - Upper East Side | New York City | , | , | No published awards |
| Lungi | New York City | Sri Lankan | $$$ | 2026 New York Times Best Restaurants in New York City · #592025 Michelin Bib Gourmand2025 New York Magazine The 43 Best Restaurants in New York2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand |
| Roy's Fish Market | New York City | , | , | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the hours at Sushi Ginza?
The hours show Sushi Ginza opens at 12 PM Monday through Friday and at 3 PM on Saturday and Sunday. Closing is listed as 10 PM Monday through Wednesday, 10:30 PM Thursday, 11 PM Friday, 10:30 PM Saturday, and 10 PM Sunday.
Is Sushi Ginza good for a special occasion?
It can work for a low-fuss occasion if the priority is a New York City restaurant with smart casual dress and published daily hours. Do not assume a formal tasting-menu setup, awards profile, or specific price tier, because those details are not here.
Can I eat at the bar at Sushi Ginza?
What should I order at Sushi Ginza?
A specific menu, dish list, or signature order is not here. Check the current menu directly with Sushi Ginza before you go, especially if you have dietary needs or a particular style of meal in mind.
What are alternatives to Sushi Ginza?
Other options to compare include Serendipity 3 - Upper East Side, Nostos, Mr. Chow, Lungi, and Roy's Fish Market. Choose based on the kind of meal, timing, and setting you want, and confirm current details directly before booking.
What should a first-timer know about Sushi Ginza?
Go in with the confirmed basics: Sushi Ginza is in New York City, the dress code is smart casual, and the restaurant lists daily hours. Details such as price, seating format, menu structure, and special accommodations should be directly.
Can Sushi Ginza accommodate groups?
Group capacity is not in the available information. For any group meal, contact Sushi Ginza directly and use the posted hours to choose a workable time.




















