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    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.

    The takeThis 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.
    Venue detailsSustainable Seafood
    Know before you goBefore you book
    Also considerAlternatives
    Restaurant contextNew York City, United States

    Planning details

    Location
    1065 1st Ave, New York, NY 10022
    Reservations
    Book on OpenTable
    Website
    sushiginzany.com
    Phone
    +12122022553
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    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

    ElegantModernSophisticated

    Best For

    Date NightBusiness Dinner

    Sourcing

    Sustainable Seafood

    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

    Also consider

    Also Consider

    • Nostos, Greek (braised classics, wood-fired meats), Greek (braised classics, wood-fired meats)
    • Mr. Chow, Chinese, Chinese
    • Serendipity 3 - Upper East Side, Notable alternative
    • Lungi, Sri Lankan, $$$
    • Roy's Fish Market, Notable alternative
    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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    Sushi Ginza New York City and similar venues
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    Sushi GinzaNew York City, , No published awards
    NostosNew York CityGreek (braised classics, wood-fired meats), No published awards
    Mr. ChowNew York CityChinese,
    2024 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #5632023 OAD Casual in Europe RecommendedPearl Recommended Restaurants
    Serendipity 3 - Upper East SideNew York City, , No published awards
    LungiNew York CitySri 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 MarketNew York City, , No published awards

    How Sushi Ginza New York City compares with similar nearby venues.

    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.