Takumi Omakase is a 15-course Edomae sushi counter on Essex Street in Manhattan, with a private room also available.
At a glance
- Price
- $$$$
- Courses
- 15
- Category
- Counter onlyPrivate room
- Cuisine
- Edomae sushi
- Price
- Luxury
Takumi Omakase serves a 15-course Edomae sushi omakase at 181 Essex St in Manhattan's Lower East Side. The restaurant is counter-only for its main seating, with a private room offered separately for events and parties. It sits in the luxury price tier, reflecting the multi-course format and use of ingredients sourced from Japan.
Service runs nightly. On Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday, seatings are 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm. Friday and Saturday extend later, from 5:00 pm to 11:30 pm. Reservations can be arranged through the restaurant's website or by calling (646) 998-3030.
Beyond the counter menu, Takumi Omakase hosts private home-party style events, described on its site as suited to gatherings and celebrations. Details on private event pricing, minimums, and format are best confirmed directly with the restaurant, as they are handled separately from the standard omakase booking.
The restaurant is located in Manhattan's Lower East Side neighborhood, on Essex Street, making it accessible by subway or on foot from nearby downtown areas. For anyone planning a visit, checking current hours and confirming the reservation for the specific night is recommended, since seatings for a 15-course menu are typically limited.
Good to know
- How many courses are in the omakase at Takumi Omakase?
- The omakase menu is 15 courses, built around Edomae sushi.
- Is there a private room, or is it counter-only?
- The main seating is counter-only. A private room is also available, primarily used for private home-party style events; contact the restaurant for details.
- What are the hours at Takumi Omakase?
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday it's open 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm. Friday and Saturday it's open later, 5:00 pm to 11:30 pm.
- How do I book a reservation?
- Reservations can be made through takumiomakase.com or by calling (646) 998-3030.
- What does an omakase dinner here cost?
- Takumi Omakase is listed in the luxury price tier, but an exact price per person is not published; confirm current pricing directly with the restaurant when booking.
Details checked September 30, 2026. Prices and hours change; confirm before you go.
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