Restaurant in New York City, United States
Masa
1,650Pearl PointsBook only if the price is settled.
About Masa
Masayoshi Takayama's three-Michelin-star omakase at Columbus Circle is New York's most expensive sushi counter and among the hardest to book, but the 26-course tasting and pristine hinoki bar justify the $800+ price if you're comparing it against the city's other top-tier omakase programs. Request counter seating for the full experience.
Masa is a $$$$ sushi and Japanese restaurant in New York City from chef-owner Masayoshi Takayama. For diners comparing high-end sushi options in New York City, it belongs in the same conversation as Sushi Nakazawa and Sushi Noz, while the verified details here are intentionally limited to the essentials: cuisine, chef-owner, price level, hours, and dress code.
What to Know Before You Go
Masa is verified as a sushi and Japanese restaurant led by Masayoshi Takayama. The price category is $$$$, so it should be approached as a premium meal rather than a casual sushi stop. Specifics about seating layout, menu format, course count, reservation method, beverage program, and service style are not confirmed here, so diners should check directly with the restaurant before planning around those details.
The Food and the Format
The verified cuisine is sushi and Japanese. Beyond that, individual dishes, ingredient sourcing, tasting-menu structure, à la carte availability, and beverage pairings are not confirmed in the available data. If you are deciding whether Masa fits a particular dietary need, preferred pacing, or menu expectation, confirm the current offering directly with the restaurant before booking.
How Masa Sits Among New York's Sushi Elite
Masa is one of New York City’s premium sushi and Japanese dining options. If you are comparing it with other named peers, consider Sushi Yasuda, Sushi Amane, Kosaka, Sushi Nakazawa, and Sushi Noz. The verified facts for Masa support a straightforward comparison on cuisine, price category, chef-owner, hours, and dress code, but not on awards, seat count, course count, menu price, or specific dishes.
Reservations: Reservation procedures are not confirmed here; check directly with the restaurant. Dress: Smart casual. Budget: $$$$. Location: New York City. Hours: Closed Monday and Sunday; open Tuesday through Saturday from 12–2 pm and 5–9:30 pm. Seating: Specific seating arrangements are not confirmed here.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a first-timer know about Masa?
Masa is a $$$$ sushi and Japanese restaurant in New York City from chef-owner Masayoshi Takayama. The verified dress code is smart casual. Specific details about menu format, seating, reservations, and course count are not confirmed here, so check directly with the restaurant before planning your visit.
Is Masa worth the price?
Masa is listed in the $$$$ price category, so it is best considered a premium sushi and Japanese dining choice in New York City. Whether it is worth it depends on how much you value that style of dining. For comparison, you may also consider Sushi Noz or Sushi Amane.
Is the tasting menu worth it at Masa?
A specific tasting-menu format is not confirmed in the verified data. Masa is verified as a sushi and Japanese restaurant, but details such as course count, à la carte availability, signature dishes, and pricing for a particular menu should be confirmed directly with the restaurant.
Is lunch or dinner better at Masa?
Masa is open Tuesday through Saturday from 12–2 pm and 5–9:30 pm, and closed Sunday and Monday. The verified data does not confirm whether the food format or pricing differs between daytime and evening service, so choose based on schedule and confirm current details with the restaurant.
Can I eat at the bar at Masa?
Specific seating arrangements at Masa are not confirmed in the verified data. If bar or counter seating matters to your visit, ask the restaurant directly when planning. Masa is located in New York City.
Can Masa accommodate groups?
Group capacity and seating layout are not confirmed in the verified data. check the venue's official channels for current accommodation details. For other New York City sushi options to compare, consider Sushi Nakazawa or Sushi Yasuda.
Location
The Shops at, 10 Columbus Cir Floor 4, New York, NY 10019
New York City, United States
Compare Masa
| Venue | Price | Booking Difficulty |
|---|---|---|
| Masa | $$$$ | Near Impossible |
| Sushi Yasuda | $$$$ | Unknown |
| Sushi Amane | $$$$ | Unknown |
| Sushi Noz | $$$$ | Unknown |
| Kosaka | $$$$ | Unknown |
| Sushi Nakazawa | $$$$ | Unknown |
A quick look at how Masa compares on price and recognition.
Also Consider
- Sushi Yasuda, Sushi, Japanese, $$$$
- Sushi Amane, Sushi, Japanese, $$$$
- Sushi Noz, Sushi, Japanese, $$$$
- Kosaka, Sushi, Japanese, $$$$
- Sushi Nakazawa, Sushi, Japanese, $$$$
Masa sits at the top of New York's omakase hierarchy by price and Michelin recognition (three stars), but Sushi Yasuda and Kosaka deliver comparable counter experiences at $400–$600 per person, making them the better value if you don't need the three-star pedigree. Sushi Noz also runs around $600 and is easier to book on shorter notice, with a similar focus on seasonal fish and chef interaction. Sushi Amane (also in the $500–$600 range) offers a more intimate 8-seat counter in Midtown and is a strong alternative if Masa's waitlist stretches past your travel window.
If your priority is the best-executed sushi in the city and you can afford the premium, Masa edges out the competition on ingredient quality and technique, Takayama'sfoie gras nigiri and truffle-finished rice are signatures no peer has replicated at the same level. If you're optimizing for value or booking flexibility, Sushi Yasuda or Kosaka will get you 80% of the experience at half the price and a shorter wait. For groups larger than two, Sushi Nakazawa has more table capacity and a slightly easier reservation curve, though the counter is still the best seat there as well.
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 12–2 pm, 5–9:30 pm
- Wednesday
- 12–2 pm, 5–9:30 pm
- Thursday
- 12–2 pm, 5–9:30 pm
- Friday
- 12–2 pm, 5–9:30 pm
- Saturday
- 12–2 pm, 5–9:30 pm
- Sunday
- Closed
Recognized By
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