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Omen
- Japanese
- New York, NY
About this business
Opened since 1981 in trendy Soho, Omen was one of the original restaurants that introduced the sushi craze to New York, thereby the rest of America. Omen has its original restaurant in Kyoto and the influence found in that city is highlighted in their New York locale, where styles with an affinity to the old capital like shabu-shabu and sashimi reign supreme. The decor is simple, zen-like and tranquil, yet modern enough to know you are in one of the coolest neighborhoods in the entire United States.
Location details
113 Thompson St, New York, NY, 10012, United States
Get directions| Weekday | Schedule | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Mon | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Tue | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Wed | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Thu | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Fri | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Sat | Closed | |
| Sun | Closed |
amazing experience, AMAZING food – i frequent sushi/sashimi/japanese places. i don't know what's authentic, but i know what's good. the food here is really good. my mouth is watering just thinking about it, to be honest. the yellow fin is so delicious. the freshness of everything is unfathomable. the sushi chef, Tom, is so nice and somehow manages to make conversation while preparing dozens of dishes simultaneously. the waiters are extremely nice. things aren't cheap here, but everything is well worth the cost. it could be m... read more
One of the Best -- not your average Japanese – This place is definitely on my list of all-time favs. Kaiseki , the style of cuisine at Omen, is hard to find even in NYC. This is a culinary experience that everyone should try at least once! The sake selection and advice give at Omen is also superb. The prix fixe meal is very large, however, the restaurant was very nice about some people ordering a la carte and some order the set meals. We were able to share a lot of things. Although the prices are high, you really get your mo... read more
Exquisite Japanese Food – This is the real deal. Not some Japanese restaurant run by non-Japanese asians. I was introduced by a Japanese friend of mine. The food is authentic and unique to New York. I recommend getting the sesaonal menu the first time. It changes every season. The most amazing part is the young chef. He is one to watch - i dont mean literaly watch as he prepares the food, but his career. This is better than Nobu and without the fuss/attitude.
Authentic Japanese at its best available without round-trip tickets – A best known and extraordinarily popular Kyoto restaurant, Omen is famous for its namesake: noodles (o-men meaning honorable noodles), but it is also known for its fresh, bold combinations of ingredients in its "okazu" (the getting-the-rice-down things). The best of Omen's cuisine is not Americanized Japanese, or even as one reviewer stated, "country Japanese." Rather, Kyoto's Omen serves seasonal dishes with the subtle blending of textures and tastes that... read more
Delicious! – We were walking around SOHO and it seemed that all of the Japanese Restaurants that we knew were closed on Labor day. We found this one and thank g-d! The food was simply amazing! Everything, starting from the Miso soup to Green Tea ice-cream was great. Staff was friendly and attentive. Usually you will need a reservation but you could try walking in if there are only 2-3 of you and you will be seated. I will definitely go back.
Out-of-the-way Japanese for folks who want to venture beyond sushi. – In Short Located on a quiet Soho side street, Omen's brick-wrapped dining room exudes a cozy, austere feel. Though there are a handful of Japanese a la carte offerings on the menu, the prix fixe is most popular by far. Daily specials typically include the sweet eel omelet, smoked salmon, and the signature steamed kingfish with plum. Desserts range from exotic ice creams to fresh fruit.
Delicious SASHIMI, no sushi – Omen does not serve your typical take-out, aluminum-and-plastic-container Japanese food. It serves Kyoto-style Japanese, which means not just incredibly fresh and generous portions of fish (their "Gardens" is a wonderful medley of raw salmon, yellowtail, and tuna), but also more unique and beautifully-presented items, such as a watercress-crab-scallop house salad, filet mignon, broiled fish with miso glaze, etc. The portions are small, in true Japanese form, so if you are looking for an all-you-... read more
Surprise at the end should be an Ome – Our Ikura arrived as a pile of shredded sea-wheat some loose salmon roe eggs sprinkled over an artfully cut radish with an open quail egg on the side. There was no way to maneuver the quail egg onto the salmon row and eat it as intended. When, presented with a $400.00 bill we were told that only Amex was accepted. No one told us while making the reservation. The note on the handwritten menu in 8 point writing is hard to decipher. A sign on the front door is placed so low, it can only be... read more
Frequently asked questions about Omen
How is Omen rated?
Omen has a 4.3 star rating with 181 reviews.
When is Omen open?
Omen is closed now. It will open on Monday at 9:00 a.m.
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