SavarinWhere to eat · West Village, New York
Should I Order At Each One
Here is exactly what to order at each of these five tasting menu splurges.
1
Sushi Nakazawa
Famed for chef Daisuke Nakazawa's lineage under Jiro Ono, this counter delivers a pristine 20-course nigiri omakase. Order the full counter omakase and look out for the hay-smoked sockeye salmon, the progression of bluefin tuna culminating in luscious otoro, and Nakazawa’s signature custardy, sponge-cake-like tamago. Expect a sleek, bustling energy at $$$$ ($180–$210 per person, solid value for twenty top-tier nigiri bites in Manhattan), with reservations opening 14 days in advance on Resy.
2
Kosaka
Celebrated for its serene, minimalist elegance and Michelin-starred Edomae craftsmanship, this 12-seat counter is anchored by precise technique. Order the Sushi Bar Omakase and savor the signature otsumami uni-and-caviar sushi cup alongside warm, lightly vinegared nigiri like golden eye snapper and soy-marinated chutoro. The room is whisper-quiet and refined at $$$$ ($295 per person at the counter, premium pricing reflecting rare market fish), requiring booking weeks ahead on Tock.
3
Cynthia
Led by Per Se alumna Sherry Cardoso, this intimate 28-seat jewel is lauded by critics for blending New American sustainability with vibrant Brazilian accents. Order the 6-course seasonal tasting menu to experience standout dishes like the chilled corn custard laced with black truffle dashi, house-milled bread with cultured scrap-butter, and day-boat scallops dressed in vibrant ferments. The space is romantic and candlelit at $$$$ ($140–$165 per person, an exceptional value for high-level fine dining downtown), with reservations available on Resy.
4
Omakase Room by Mitsu
Chef Mitsunori Isoda brings serious Osaka training to a subterranean bamboo sanctuary where purists flock for hyper-traditional Edomae sushi. Order the 14-course Edomae omakase and let the chef serve hand-pressed highlights like Nagasaki sea eel (anago), sweet Hokkaido scallop seasoned with yuzu and sea salt, and dense red-miso soup. The mood is contemplative and quiet at $$$$ ($220 per person, well worth it for hand-sourced Japanese fish), bookable on Resy.
5
Family Meal at Blue Hill
Dan Barber's iconic Village cellar is renowned for setting the gold standard in regenerative, whole-farm cooking. Order the multi-course family-style feast, which shines with seasonal produce straight from Stone Barns and Blue Hill Farm—expect tender butter-poached field vegetables, whole grains, and pasture-raised meats served across communal plates. The vibe is warm, convivial, and rustic at $$$$ ($145 per person for dinner, fantastic value for hyper-traceable farm-to-table cuisine), with tables dropping 28 days out on Resy.
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