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Jewel Bako

(Now Closed)
Japanese Restaurant and Sushi Restaurant$$$$
East Village, New York
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  • EArchitectheart icon on user image
    EArchitectJune 30, 2016
    Warm & hospitable. For something exotic, try the barracuda sushi; it's amazing! Service is discreet & can leave you feeling abandoned. Tell them you're in a rush or you may end up waiting for an hour.
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    Elyse EstradaApril 30, 2015
    A wonderful little gem that shares space with Degustation. But the room is tiny and the curved walls might make you feel a bit claustrophobic. Was surprised how reasonably priced it was.
  • Fathima D.heart icon on user image
    Fathima DadaSeptember 24, 2017
    Enter the discreet bamboo tunneled hidden gem in the village and prepare for a feast. The Omakase tasting menu was a great choice, buttery tuna, melt in the mouth salmon and other gorgeous morsels❣️
  • The Corcoran Group
    The Corcoran GroupJuly 9, 2013
    Order the omakase here for a mind-blowing sushi experience, and be sure to sit at the sushi bar. The fish is incredibly fresh and truly sets the standard for how sushi should be.
  • Time Out New York
    Time Out New YorkJune 4, 2013
    Now a neighborhood favorite, Jewel Bako maintains its downtown cred with buzzy young crowds and a stylish bamboo-tunnel dining room. Try the sushi omakase, which gets you a dozen raw-fish marvels. Read more
  • Ms H.
    Ms HeleneJuly 4, 2013
    Trio tartare blew my mind! Mushrooms papillote and green tea chocolate ice cream sandwich were very creative too.
  • Harry L.heart icon on user image
    Harry LOctober 29, 2014
    Omakase was a little disappointing for $85 (check out Sushi Dojo for the best I've had in this price range)
  • Harumi U.
    Harumi UFebruary 14, 2015
    Chef's omakase course is really good and filling. You could opt to take sushi or maki omakase and take a few a la carte alternatively but I think the course provides real value
  • Halstead Property
    Halstead PropertyJuly 11, 2013
    Be adventurous and order the Omakase which contains the finest fish flown from Japan. You won’t forget the Otoro, the mouth-watering fatty tuna placed over rice that instantly melts in your mouth.
  • Jessica d.heart icon on user image
    Jessica de OliveiraSeptember 18, 2016
    The best omakase I've ever had. An amazing two hour experience with the head chef, amazing service.... What an experience.
  • julia t.heart icon on user image
    julia tJuly 25, 2016
    Never disappoints. Omakase at the sushi bar or tables, either delish. Moderately priced compared to the others out there. Amuse bouche, wine list, service - great touches.
  • Stina P.
    Stina P.June 29, 2014
    the best omakase and atmosphere for sushi in the east village! tucked away, you feel like you've left new york for a few hours at dinner
  • Idan C.
    Idan CohenSeptember 21, 2015
    Sit at the bar. Order a sushi omakase (not sashimi). One of the best in town.
  • Melody H.heart icon on user image
    Melody HanDecember 31, 2015
    Omakase all the way. Master chef prepares the omakase while his apprentices make the sushi for table service. Otoro melts in your mouth and that white shrimp is 👌!
  • Kim P.
    Kim PhamJanuary 3, 2015
    Sit at the sushi bar in front of the head chef and order the omakase. Absolutely unreal.
  • Martha F.
    Martha FelixJuly 27, 2015
    Get the Selection of Sushi (Nigiri) and finish off with some Umeshu (plum wine) – delicious.
  • Halstead Property
    Halstead PropertyAugust 4, 2011
    We were impressed with the cozy and warm atmosphere provided at Jewel Baco. One look at the sushi menu had us hungry, and we were delighted with the blowtorched salmon and in-shell sea urchin.
  • Michelin Travel & Lifestyle
    Sashimi and sushi are superb, with wasabi grated tableside. For dessert, get jasmine ice cream with chocolate cookies. – Green Guide Editor
  • Lea J.
    Lea J.May 12, 2012
    fish is so so fresh and well cut. besides going for the standard rolls/sashimi/tartares, i recommend ordering the yasai yonshu -- vegetables 4 ways. doesn't sound too exciting? you'll be SURPRISED!
  • Alexandra L.heart icon on user image
    Alexandra LeiteAugust 7, 2013
    What supposedly was one if the best Japanese in the city is no longer the same. Grotesque sized rolls and less than fresh sushi. Thumbs down.
  • Bollare
    BollareNovember 27, 2012
    A treasure in the East Village. Sit at the sushi bar and trust Yoshi the chef – he will serve you the best sushi in the city. -Allison C.
  • Joey J.heart icon on user image
    Joey JFebruary 8, 2015
    Scallop Roll, King Crab Roll, Trio of Tartares, Bluefin Tuna Roll, White Miso Soup, Maboroshi "Mystic Falls" Sake
  • Jo P.heart icon on user image
    Jo PoJuly 17, 2016
    Leave room for the green tea ice cream sandwich with chocolate cookies!
  • Gianna L.heart icon on user image
    Gianna LohnnMay 17, 2017
    you have to do the sushi omakase - the fish is unbelievably fresh and it all tastes amazing!!
  • NycGalheart icon on user image
    NycGalJanuary 14, 2015
    Awesome sushi. Very tasty seaweed salad. Sit at the bar if you can. Adds to the experience..
  • Mike C.
    Mike ChauJanuary 29, 2014
    Try the Trio Of Tartares - Bluefin tuna, salmon and yellowtail tartare with sweet potato chips. Great.
  • Anna Sophia
    Anna SophiaJanuary 5, 2012
    The fatty tuna sashimi is out of this world. Make sure to leave room for the green tea ice cream sandwich - perfect way to end your meal!
  • Ryan G.heart icon on user image
    Ryan GallagherOctober 8, 2018
    Good sushi. Multiple price options for Omakase. Service is on point and nice ambiance.
  • ᴡ B.
    ᴡ BenedictFebruary 20, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Don't miss the Scallop & Uni cup with both raw and seared Uni
  • Rebee M.
    Rebee MeowApril 22, 2012
    Try the Baby Bamboo Shoot. (Appetizer In Omakase) - If you like bamboo shoot you would love this because it taste like an expensive bamboo dish!
  • julia t.heart icon on user image
    julia tNovember 16, 2014
    High quality sushi, reasonably priced omakase, great ambiance. Go to spot in east village.
  • Judy C.heart icon on user image
    Judy CariFebruary 19, 2014
    Get the makimono omakase, sashimi is fantastic here but don't forget their dessert, matcha tiramisu.
  • Lindsay C.heart icon on user image
    Lindsay CMay 1, 2016
    This cozy Michelin-starred sushi joint offers fresh sushi, sashimi and Omakase.
  • Michelin Travel & Lifestyle
    Jewel Bako makes for a lovely date night over one of the intimate tables or perched at the expertly-staffed sushi counter. - Inspector
  • Samantha T.heart icon on user image
    Samantha TaubeJanuary 9, 2016
    The chef's tasting menu is the way to go. Sit at the sushi bar
  • Lisa N.heart icon on user image
    Lisa NYCnonprofitDecember 25, 2019
    Not worth the 75 for the sashimi dinner. Very standard prep but very fresh fish and cut tenderly for your bite.. I still think nobu was better. 30$ small piece of cod fish meat good for 2 bites.
  • Tara R.
    Tara R.August 17, 2013
    Great service, friendly and attentive. The food was excellent. I will be back!
  • Anthony D.
    Anthony De RosaSeptember 6, 2011
    Seriously fancy and super fresh sushi. Expensive but worth splurging when you can. This is sushi as a work of art.
  • Mike C.
    Mike ChauJanuary 29, 2014
    Try the Spicy Tuna and Yellowtail Roll - With scallions and cucumbers.
  • Jorge M.
    Jorge MedinaJuly 9, 2013
    Awesome food!!! For starters try the seaweed salad and a sake martini.
  • Josephine S.
    Josephine SonJuly 17, 2011
    Some of best sushi I've ever had. Def sit at sushi bat and go omakase, chef is amazing! Great date spot!
  • Mike C.
    Mike ChauJanuary 29, 2014
    Try the Salmon Skin Roll - With kaiware, cucumber and Japanese pickles.
  • JessicaLaurenSF
    JessicaLaurenSFMarch 30, 2013
    Tartare trio tasting. Skip the omakase tasting menu and order a la carte. AMAZING.
  • Aja B.heart icon on user image
    Aja BrandmanFebruary 18, 2015
    The omakase was amazing. Rivals the sushi in Japan
  • Kelly E.heart icon on user image
    Kelly EidsonNovember 11, 2012
    So fresh, the sushi tastes like it's still swimming. Tasting menu is pretty reasonable, too.
  • Michelleheart icon on user image
    MichelleMarch 4, 2015
    Otoro (fatty tuna), all the rolls, wonderful high quality sake
  • Danheart icon on user image
    DanMarch 11, 2017
    Solid sushi (fish is great, rice only ok), not great (slow) service. Cool venue.
  • Olof C.heart icon on user image
    Olof CarlsonOctober 25, 2016
    Good omakase! Decent value for money too.
  • Living Jazz A.heart icon on user image
    Living Jazz ArchiveSeptember 6, 2017
    Great everything, rolls, sashimi, appetizers
  • Geoff K.
    Geoff KimJuly 11, 2013
    Whatever you do.. Trio Tartare for starters. Always.
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