Shinn East

This was yet another amazing but inexpensive Omakase in NY's East Village. Similar to other places and reviews I've written, you don't come here for a masterclass in service or for the wine selection, you come here for the fresh fish, no frills service and just a great sushi experience.It's getting hard to figure out which ones to return to and which ones to continue trying given new ones are opening so quickly but I think I'll be back here for sure.

I came here to say I'm a pretty slow eater and was hesitant as everyone mentioned an hour is a tight time frame but I actually felt really good here. It's smoothly ran and 1 hour is definitely enough. We wanted to do a cheap omakase in nyc and this was the only available option last minute for a res! Amazing fish and 10/10 no frills experience.

Incredible dining experience. Reservations are made at the top of the hour. A new group comes in so you only have 1 hour to dine. Everyone gets the omakase set but you can add additional pieces at the end. The scallop was great. The fatty tuna was yummy. It's a tight squeeze. Elbow to elbow with your neighbors. Have to pull the chair all the way to shimmy back into your spot

I visited Shinn East for their omakase during lunchtime on a weekday, and it was a pleasant experience. There were only two parties dining (including myself), so it was very peaceful and quiet, allowing us to fully enjoy our meal without the usual lunchtime rush. The atmosphere was calm, which made for a very relaxed and enjoyable meal.Our server was fantastic--attentive, friendly, and efficient. They kept our glasses full throughout the meal, and their timing between courses was just right, ensuring we had a seamless dining experience.The omakase itself was moderately paced, with limited interaction from the chef. While I personally enjoy a bit more conversation during an omakase experience, I understand that this style suits some diners more. There's nothing wrong with the pacing; it's just an observation.The value for the price was exceptional. At $69 for 13 courses, the omakase is very affordable, and there's even an option to add additional courses towards the end if you're still hungry. It felt like a great deal, especially considering the quality of the ingredients.As for the courses, they were quite good. The menu included -HamachiMadaiBotan UniIkuraZuke AkamiChu ToroToro CaviarHotateSabaKanpachiSalmonUnagiToro hand-rollEach piece of nigiri was made with a fresh cut of fish, and the flavors were clean and delicate. My personal favorites were the Botan Uni, O Toro Caviar, Ikura, Chu Toro, and Hotate. Each was perfectly prepared and stood out for its freshness and taste.Overall, Shinn East offers an affordable, high-quality omakase experience, and I would highly recommend it for anyone looking to indulge in sushi without breaking the bank.

A very solid omakase! Very tasty and fresh ingredients, good price, the rice was perfectly seasoned. A bit standard however, given it feels very similar to other sub-$100 omakases I've been to in NYC.Favorite bites: otoro (melts in your mouth), super sexy mac (it was super sexy indeed, with wagyu, foie gras, uni, and toro in one bite), ikura, botan uni.

Wow, I never thought I'd be able to find an affordable yet high quality omakase place in the US after I came back from Japan but I'm so happy to come across Shinn East. I don't think I can even describe in words how great the fish quality is, I literally felt like I was transported back to Japan with eating some of the nigiri. The sushi chef was also so sweet because he saw on our resy that we were celebrating a birthday and gave us a complimentary birthday "dessert" (uni, ikura, and toro)!! Probably the best dessert we've ever had and it came with a little candle.The one thing this place was missing was the chef really explaining what he was serving to us. We didn't make conversation with him much but honestly my bf and I don't mind at all. However if you truly want the omakase 'experience', maybe try some place else. I still recommend this place to all my friends though because we're not in the tax bracket (yet) where we truly care about the full experience. For $69 a person, you really can't go wrong with this place. If I ever come back to NYC, I'll definitely make the trip here!

Great fish quality, but ambiance was off. Detailed breakdown below:**Service, 3/5** Our chef was very efficient, but overall the atmosphere here felt rushed and impersonal. Made for a not-too-memorable experience. Come for the sushi, but not for a warm, friendly, or special evening (or if you're with anyone you're trying particularly hard to impress). **Price & portion, 5/5** The omakase value here is great, and you won't be able to find anything at this price point in the Bay Area. I appreciated the variety of nigiri and assorted toppings. **Taste, 5/5** All the nigiri was fresh and flavorful. Some of my favorite bites were unsurprisingly the otoro (fatty tuna) with caviar and the uni (sea urchin) -- delicious!

I really enjoyed this omakase experience! It's one of the more affordable omakase in NYC - you get 12 nigiris and a handroll for $69pp. Every piece of nigiri was melt in your mouth. Definitely worth the price. It was also my fiancé's birthday month so I put on our reservation that we were celebrating a birthday. To our surprise, they made a small "cake" of rice topped with toro, uni, and fish eggs. It was one of the best birthday freebie, we've ever seen! So cute and very enjoyable. Beware that this place leaves you wanting more. It's a great amount of food but one can definitely eat more afterwards.

Shinn East is an absolute gem for sushi lovers! Their omakase is only $69, and it's honestly such a steal for the quality you get. The fish is incredibly fresh, high-quality, and prepared with such attention to detail--it's clear the chefs know their craft.Every bite was a delight, from the perfectly seasoned rice to the melt-in-your-mouth fish. For the price, it feels like a luxurious experience without breaking the bank.5/5, hands down--would highly recommend to anyone looking for a top-tier omakase experience at an unbeatable value! Nice ambiance and friendly service, too!

One of the most popular and affordable omakase in NYC. You get 12 nigiris and a handroll for $69pp. Each seating is just under an hour, so be sure to be on time as they call your name out for seating. There was a bit of confusion with our reservation not being in their system, but they still thankfully sat us.The omakase included a variety of fresh fish with each one being tastier than the one before. The uni on scallop and otoro were my favorites, which just melted in your mouth. I will say that some of my pieces were a bit smaller than everyone else's because I had the end of the fish, so felt slightly unfair though. You can see the mackerel didn't even cover the rice on my nigiri like the others, for example. Anyways, it is pretty cool that they give you a nice birthday freebie, which is a little bowl with various fish.Overall, great quality omakase for a good deal. It's not overfilling, but leaves you satisfied.