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Jewel Bako
- Sushi Bars
- New York, NY
About this business
Established in 2001, Jewel Bako delights, with some of the finest sushi creations served in a warm atmosphere. The intimate dining room sports a striking decor and gives the feeling of dining inside a huge tunnel bathed in golden light. Clever use of mirrors make the room seem spacious. Comfy banquettes and candle-lit tables create an ambiance unlike any other sushi place. Jewel Bako's sushi has received consistent praise from numerous quarters for its freshness, delicate flavors and impeccable presentation. The extensive me... read more
Location details
239 E 5th St, Ste 2, New York, NY, 10003, United States
Get directions| Weekday | Schedule | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Mon | 6:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. | |
| Tue | 6:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. | |
| Wed | 6:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. | |
| Thu | 6:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. | |
| Fri | 6:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. | |
| Sat | 6:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. | |
| Sun | Closed |
Not as bad as I'd heard – The reviews for Blue Smoke are awful, but of course I went anyway, and now must agree with them, but Jewel Bako is not as bad as I'd heard. I knew going in that the dishes are tiny and overpriced, and that the Sushi Bar Chef and the Owners don't have a clue. However, I must say the food was not bad at all. I had a fish Entree, I believe it was the Sea bass, which was yummy, and while the sushi was poor at best, the regular cuisine was decent. I also liked the look of the place. It deserves better th... read more
portions not small, americans eat a lot – as an avid sushi enthusiast who has spent quite some time in japan, the portions are jewel bako are not small. they are just what the rest of the world is used to. in the words of karl lagerfield, "most american women could stand to diet." the owners have always been lovely and attentive to me and to my guests. an amazing side note: ducasse often gets complaints about their "small" portions which is even more unbelievable. i have never left feeling less than overwhelmingly full.
You've got to be kidding me – After receing a bill of $220 (excluding tip) for two we left the restaurant starving. The restaurant prides itself in its exotic selection of fish, but on my plate (the $50 chef's selection which consisted of ten teeny pieces) were the familiar favorites, i.e. salmon, tuna, yellowtail, etc. If you have the taste buds to differentiate between Wild Tanzmanian Salmon and Atlantic Salmon, then maybe it's worth it for you....
WOW - love it or hate it! – The reviews on this board seem to be either LOVE J-B or HATE it! I fall into the LOVE IT class .. with some negatives. On the positive side the SUSHI & SERVICE are WONDERFUL - but in an exotic way. The strange and wonderful dishes are almost always GREAT. Owners Grace and Jack are among the most dedicated resturanturs I have ever met. I have been 3 times now, and plan to go back (as $ allow). On the negative side, the place is small (which makes seating tight), there is often a wait 9even with a r... read more
An Experience – I've read a lot of these reviews and I can only say- I have no idea what went wrong with your night! I was a little skepticle from these postings- but it was a birthday dinner and definitely the right present. The waitstaff was courteous and attentive- they never let us pour our own sake, our glasses were never empty. The specials were incredible and the sushi- so melt in your mouth good. We had a long lingering meal, we never felt neglected or rushed. It was all perfectly timed. It's not as good as Sugiyama,... read more
Go for the experience – ok, so I read the negative reviews that were previously written and almost decided not to go. In retrospect that would have been a very bad decision. Dinner was expensive for 4 people, but the food, the service and the experience were unparalleled. Yes, the place is small, and maybe you'll have to wait (we didn't). But the owner and his wife truly treat you as their guests and the sushi is unbelievable. A great place to take out-of-towners.
a frustrating experience – My husband and I had a 9PM reservation, but did not get seated till 9:40. We did receive a complementary drink from the hostess though. Their menu is definitely interesting, but once we ordered, it was another hour till the food started to arrive (with 20 minute intervals between the dishes). When it did, the portions were truly miniscule, the smallest pieces of sushi and appetizers I've ever seen. We left at 12:30 still hungry, having wasted three and a half hours and the sum of money that would h... read more
box of love – If you want big portions, go to Tomoe. They serve nauseatingly large, but fresh fish. Jewel Bako is for sushi aesthetes who appreciate freshness, subtle differences in variety, and accessible omakase options. Big is NOT ALWAYS BETTER
Jewel Bunko – I may not be a celebrity, but I have been to Japan -- and this is nothing like a genuine sushi experience there. All form and no function can best describe the pretentious service and ridiculously small portions. And when have you ever heard the words "upgrade" and "courtesy" to describe sushi? Only here, where we waited 40 minutes for our reservation, and almost 3 more hours until our sushi was served. This was attributed to the "hand-cut" quality. Odd that Bobby Flay, the TV chef seated at the next table, got... read more
Frequently asked questions about Jewel Bako
How is Jewel Bako rated?
Jewel Bako has a 4.4 star rating with 529 reviews.
When is Jewel Bako open?
Jewel Bako is closed now. It will open at 6:30 p.m.
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