Azabu Sushi

A Japanese dinning and event company opened up in Tribecca. Upstairs is Greenwich Grill, a Japanese fusion restaurant. Downstairs is Sushi Azabu, where we had a very great Sushi dinner. After looking for a good, authentic sushi place, we decided to see what a Japanese dinning chain company could do here in NYC. We were going to order omakase. But how could I not order fresh oyster? They had a special oyster—really big and so rich. If you like Western oysters, like those one-slurp pieces, you may not like this milky, luxurious flavor.


We also tried 3-kind sashimi appetizer: fresh salmon, maguro (tuna) and yellow tail. All good. Very good.


Shirako! Don't be scared of the look. It doesn't taste as grotesque as it looks. If you are adventurous eater who wants good stuff, just go ahead and try. Don't bother learning which part of the fish it is. They broil/grill and seasoned only with some salt. Smokey on the outside; melting milky inside. Not fishy at all. At all. It's kind of like marshmallow on a camping fire, without the sweetness.


Since we were at the sushi bar, they served omakase one piece at a time, which is the best way to enjoy sushi. The conversation with the young chef is fun and informative. And you can enjoy each piece so fresh out of the chef's hand. I got carried away by popping each piece as they were served. No pics. Sorry. But I took a picture of someone else's order.... All sushi were so fresh and small, Edo-mae style. Most of the sushi here are served with soy sauce or salt already. I highly recommend this place to those who really like Japanese sushi. They do make spicy rolls for their local patrons. I was a bit surprised but I understand that they have to take a good care of their regulars. Romantic? I think so. It's a small, lovely place. And very quiet, which I like.

When you make a reservation, call them and tell them that you are going to Sushi Azabu. Open Table seems to be only for upstairs. If you want the sushi bar (which is highly recommended), make sure to mention it clearly. they only have 10 or so bar seats and 3 tables.