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Jewel Bako
- Sushi Bars
- New York, NY
About this business
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 |
Raw Deal? – We like Jewel Bako. Alright, the service ranges from awful to nonexistent and the place tends to attract blowhards and dilettantes. But the fish is wonderful. If you're in a hurry or suffer from high blood pressure, try somewhere else.
HORRIFIC SERVICE – Apparently a reservation means nothing at this place. We waited for over an hour to be seated and at least another 45 minutes to get our sushi which was subpar. Don't eat here.
Jewel of the Sea – Jewel B is up there among our fave nyc sushi places (Kuruma, Yasuda, and Nobu) and its the best value of the lot. The quality and variety of the fish are great, the place relaxing and funky, and the owners delightful. The biggest challenge is getting a table. I wonder what the other reviewers are complaining about - if you're after surimi instead of warasa or otoro, go somewhere else.
Sushi heaven – This is the best sushi place in the city - small, friendly, relaxed. The owners are great, the sushi is very fresh - they have daily specials shipped in from japan - and you will always find something interesting. If you want to eat spicy tuna rolls and california rolls by the dozen, dont bother, but if you want something more special, this is the place. Excellent. Only cons - it is small and each order is prepared for you so you may have to wait a little... but it is WELL worth it.
Perfect Fish, Imperfect Setting – The sushi is wonderfully fresh and absolutely the best quality. There are only three or four sushi places in New York with this calibre fish. The chef also knows how to prepare his flavors - thin, delicate slices perfectly balanced with the other elements. On the downside, the service is a bit officious, and if you do not order alcohol, you will find a marked chilliness come over your server. The servings are smaller than at many restaurants, but not unreasonably so.
What?? – Don't understand the bad reviews. I love Jewel Bako and have dined here at least a dozen times. Sure, its not your neighbourhood fish and rice place, but if you want exceptional sushi and a creative and inventive chef, go here. I also have found both Grace and Jack to be terrific hosts.
Despite what Costco-style customers say, – This place makes *great* sushi and sashimi. Truly creative, delicious, AND at the right portions. When we finished eating here the owner asked us if we would like more sushi and not even have to pay for it,... though was tempting, we declined because our meal was perfect. I think people who rated down this place are used to filling up at the ubiquitous sushi joints that filled up this city to the point that made sushi join the ranks of delivery pizza. Do yourself and your taste buds... read more
great find!!! – very nicely done restaurant, attentive service and arguable some of the best sushi in New York definately try the O-toro - the foie gras of fish!
Bad Idea if you are on a date – Although we had a reservation, we were seated about 75 minutes late. Practically there is no place to wait , so we were forced to wait outside in the cold. The food and service were great.
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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 tomorrow at 6:30 p.m.
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