Restaurant in New York City, United States
Sushi Lab
100Pearl PointsSushi First
About Sushi Lab
Compared with larger Theater District restaurants, Sushi Lab is the better fit when the table specifically wants a sushi-focused meal rather than a broad midtown menu. It has external recognition from Opinionated About Dining for 2026, which gives it a useful credibility signal, but the smarter booking is for small groups aligned on Japanese dining.
Sushi Lab is a New York City venue with verified evening hours throughout the week, lunch hours on Wednesday through Saturday, a smart casual dress code. Confirmed details are limited, so this guide focuses on what is known: when it is open, how to dress, how to compare it with other named options when planning a meal.
A New York City venue with limited confirmed public details
The most reliable way to plan around Sushi Lab is to use the verified basics rather than assume details about format, menu, seating, price, or service style. Confirmed hours are Monday and Tuesday from 5–10 PM; Wednesday through Friday from 12–3 PM and 5–10 PM; Saturday from 12–3 PM and 4:30–10 PM; and Sunday from 4:30–10 PM. The verified dress code is smart casual.
Sushi Lab is also listed as Opinionated About Dining Top Restaurants in North America Recommended for 2026. Beyond that recognition, there are no verified details here for chef, menu structure, beverage program, seating count, dietary accommodations, takeout, delivery, or price, so diners should confirm those directly before booking.
Who should book, who should cross-shop
Sushi Lab makes the most sense for diners who are comfortable booking from a concise set of verified planning details: New York City location, posted hours, smart casual dress, the confirmed Opinionated About Dining recognition. If your group needs more certainty around menu breadth, room style, dietary handling, or a specific service format, confirm directly with the venue before committing.
If the booking does not fit, compare by occasion and practical need. Oceana and Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse are other options to consider when your plans call for a different kind of dining room or a broader comparison set.
For a fuller dining search, also consider named alternatives such as Langan's, Sessions Restaurant & Bar, Utsav, depending on the occasion and the details you can verify before reserving.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to Sushi Lab?
Sushi Lab's verified dress code is smart casual. Aim for polished clothing rather than very casual attire.
What should a first-timer know about Sushi Lab?
Plan around the verified hours: Monday and Tuesday 5–10 PM; Wednesday through Friday 12–3 PM and 5–10 PM; Saturday 12–3 PM and 4:30–10 PM; and Sunday 4:30–10 PM. Sushi Lab is also listed as Opinionated About Dining Top Restaurants in North America Recommended for 2026.
Can I eat at the bar at Sushi Lab?
There is no verified information here about bar or counter seating at Sushi Lab. Confirm seating options directly with the venue before booking.
Can Sushi Lab accommodate groups?
There is no verified information here about group capacity or private dining at Sushi Lab. If you are planning for a group, confirm availability and seating arrangements directly; Utsav is another option to compare for a different dining plan.
Does Sushi Lab handle dietary restrictions?
There are no verified dietary-accommodation details here for Sushi Lab. Diners with restrictions should check the venue's official channels before reserving; Langan's is another option to consider when comparing plans.
Location
132 W 47th St, New York, NY 10036
New York City, United States
Compare Sushi Lab
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sushi Lab | New York City | , | Opinionated About Dining Top Restaurants in North America Recommended (2026) |
| Sessions Restaurant & Bar | New York City | , | , |
| Langan's | New York City | , | , |
| Oceana | New York City | Greek Seafood | , |
| Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse | New York City | , | , |
| Utsav | New York City | , | , |
How Sushi Lab New York City compares with similar nearby venues.
Also Consider
- Sessions Restaurant & Bar, Notable alternative
- Langan's, Notable alternative
- Oceana, Greek Seafood, Greek Seafood
- Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse, Notable alternative
- Utsav, Notable alternative
How it compares with nearby midtown options
Choose Sushi Lab when sushi is the reason for dinner. Oceana is the stronger pick for Greek seafood and a broader midtown seafood meal, while Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse makes more sense for a steakhouse-style night with a bigger-room feel. Sushi Lab is the narrower bet, which is a positive only when the group wants that focus.
For mixed-preference tables, Utsav, Sessions Restaurant & Bar, Langan's are easier to justify because they read as more flexible group choices. Sushi Lab is better for a smaller party that wants a Japanese meal without turning dinner into a long negotiation over cuisine.
On booking difficulty, Sushi Lab is listed as easy, which makes it useful when a sushi plan needs to come together without a long lead time. For value, the decision comes down to format: a focused sushi dinner here is more compelling than paying for a broad restaurant when only one cuisine is desired, but Oceana or Del Frisco's will serve groups better when range, scale, a more conventional midtown dining room matter.
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