Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are One Bite Omakase, TAKEDA and Shinbashi 72, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Find upscale japanese restaurants in Upper West Side. Great japanese food that fits your budget.
Upper West Side's Upscale Japanese Destinations
The Upper West Side offers a refined selection of upscale Japanese dining destinations, perfect for those seeking an elevated culinary experience. From the intimate, chef-led counters at Tsumo Omakase and Sushi Kaito to the modern, high-end atmospheres of Sugarfish and Kissaki Sushi, this collection showcases the neighborhood's mastery of traditional and contemporary techniques. Whether you are indulging in a multi-course tasting at TAKEDA or enjoying the creative artistry of Gari Columbus, these establishments provide a sophisticated escape into the world of premium Japanese cuisine.
30 restaurants in Best Upscale Japanese Restaurants in Upper West Side | Upscale Japanese Food
- One Bite Omakase · rated 4.9/5: Japanese.
- TAKEDA · rated 4.9/5: Japanese.
- Shinbashi 72 · rated 4.8/5: Japanese.
- Tsumo Omakase · rated 4.8/5: Japanese.
- Sushi Koya · rated 4.8/5: Japanese.
- Kissaki Sushi · rated 4.7/5: Japanese.
- Sushi Kaito · rated 4.7/5: Japanese.
- Sushi Tokyo Manhattan · rated 4.6/5: Japanese.
- Sushi Yasaka · rated 4.6/5: Japanese.
- Raku It’s Japanese II · rated 4.5/5: Japanese.
- Gari Columbus · rated 4.5/5: Japanese.
- Mido · rated 4.4/5: Japanese.
- Bondi Sushi · rated 4.4/5: Japanese.
- Sugarfish · rated 4.4/5: Japanese.
- Hi Life Bar & Grill · rated 4.4/5: American.
- AMSTERDAM BURGER NYC · rated 4.4/5: American.
- Jin Ramen Upper West Side · rated 4.4/5: Japanese.
- West Side Wok & Konata Sushi · rated 4.3/5: Japanese.
- West Side Wok & Konata Sushi Bar · rated 4.3/5: Japanese.
- Bagels & Co. · rated 4.3/5: American.
- Miyako · rated 4.2/5: Japanese.
- Sushi Yuki · rated 4.2/5: Japanese.
- Kouzan · rated 4.2/5: Japanese.
- Miyako Sushi · rated 4.2/5: Japanese.
- Ozen · rated 4.1/5: Japanese.
- Kitaro Sushi · rated 4.1/5: Japanese.
- Ozen Sushi Asian Fusion · rated 4.1/5: Japanese.
- Momoya · rated 4/5: Japanese.
- Kumo Japanese Restaurant · rated 3.9/5: Japanese.
- Sugarfish: Japanese.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.
