14-course Edomae omakase for $89 at a Lower East Side sushi counter on Eldridge Street, with chefs trained in Michelin-starred kitchens.
At a glance
- Price
- $
- Dinner omakase
- $89
- Courses
- 14
- Category
- English friendlyUnder $150
- Cuisine
- Edomae sushi
- Price
- Affordable
Zen Sushi Omakase sits at 235 Eldridge St, on the edge of the Lower East Side and East Village. The single omakase menu runs 14 courses for $89, placing it in the affordable tier for New York sushi counters. The kitchen sources fish from Japan's Toyosu Market and applies traditional preparation methods including aging, marination, kombujime, sujime, shinkeijime, and aburi.
The chefs have more than 15 years of experience working in New York's sushi scene, including time in Michelin-starred kitchens. The restaurant is classified as English friendly, which should ease booking and in-seat communication for visitors unfamiliar with Japanese dining terms.
Hours vary by day. Dinner service runs nightly from 5:00pm, closing at 10:30pm Tuesday through Thursday and Sunday, and 11:30pm Friday and Saturday. A midday seating from 12:30pm to 3:00pm is offered Saturday and Sunday. The restaurant is closed Mondays.
For reservations, contact the restaurant directly by phone at (917) 673-1724 or through its website. Confirm current seating availability, seat count at the counter, and any deposit or cancellation policy directly with Zen Sushi Omakase before booking, as these details are not listed publicly.
Good to know
- How much does the omakase cost?
- The dinner omakase is $89 for 14 courses.
- How do I book a reservation?
- Call (917) 673-1724 or use the restaurant's website to book. Confirm availability and any deposit policy directly with the restaurant.
- What are the hours?
- Dinner service runs from 5:00pm most nights, closing at 10:30pm Tuesday–Thursday and Sunday, and 11:30pm Friday–Saturday. A lunch seating from 12:30–3:00pm is available Saturday and Sunday. The restaurant is closed Mondays.
- Is the restaurant easy to visit if I don't speak Japanese?
- Yes, it is listed as English friendly, which should make ordering and questions about the menu straightforward.
- Where is Zen Sushi Omakase located?
- It's at 235 Eldridge St in Manhattan, near the Lower East Side and East Village.
Details checked September 30, 2026. Prices and hours change; confirm before you go.
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