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DOMODOMO Jersey City offers chef’s-choice sushi, a vibrant raw sampler, and the Domokase tasting menu. Highlights include tuna cone, wagyu carpaccio, miso black cod, yellowtail ceviche, and a standout Korean fried chicken, plus desserts like tiramisu and matcha cheesecake. Guests praise attentive service, timely courses, and a gourmet yet comfortable dining experience in Jersey City.

Located at 23 Commerce St in New York, Sushi Nakazawa offers a chef’s counter omakase praised for pristine, globally sourced fish and meticulous craft. Guests note a refined, Michelin-starred dining experience with attentive service and a serene ambiance. Highlights cited in reviews include live shrimp prepared before diners, wagyu nigiri, eel, and a sweet melon dessert. Reservations are advised for specials.

Located at 467 Communipaw Ave, Jersey City, Samurai Sushi offers fresh sushi and sashimi with generous portions in a warm, inviting space. Guests praise fast, attentive service and complimentary edamame. Menu highlights include Samurai Bites and Angry Shrimp, with miso soup and a strawberry mint lemonade. The menu also features Sapporo and Kirin Lite, and a mom-chef with a daughter-server team adds a personal touch.

Blue Ribbon Sushi delivers high-quality sushi and sashimi in a compact, lively dining room. Guests note a wide variety of nigiri and well-crafted dishes, including pickled vegetables and sesame spinach. While many praise friendly, attentive service, reviews also mention pricey tabs and occasional inconsistent service. Located at 119 Sullivan St, it offers a welcoming option for date nights and sushi lovers seeking a vivid NYC dining experience.

Banzai Sushi & Hibachi Restaurant is a Newark dining spot at 671 Market St, Newark, NJ 07105, offering sushi, Japanese dishes and hibachi. Reviews praise fresh ingredients, a variety of fried and baked rolls, generous portions, and friendly, welcoming service from staff. The venue is noted for late Sunday hours and a broad menu, though a few reviews mention pricing concerns or uneven service.

Manu's Kitchen Bar & Sushi Lounge in Newark offers sushi, Japanese cuisine, and a bar setting. Guests praise friendly servers like Sandra, quick sushi prep, and enjoyable dinners, including birthdays and quiet visits. Some reviews note inconsistent service and flavors, and parking can be a consideration in the Ironbound area.