Masaaki | Japanese | Omakase

Let’s start with the atmosphere. The place is spacious, nicely designed, and has a somewhat fancy vibe.

We ordered a variety of sushi, sashimi, and appetizers. The tempura was excellent, but the sushi and sashimi were just average in quality. For the price, we expected better. The selection was nearly identical to what we typically get from another nearby sushi spot at a much lower cost. For us, it simply wasn’t worth the premium price, so we’ll be sticking to our regular spot in the future.

On a positive note, the service was good.

Visited 4 months ago

Nicely detailed indoor, spacious, and elegant. Delicious food is always beautifully served. Great atmosphere, good place for a date or anniversary dinner. Staff is very friendly and takes good care of the customers. Highly recommended.

Visited 4 months ago

Beautiful place off the main drag. Sushi is very good. Staff is efficient and accommodating. They clean their beer taps frequently!! Really exceptional lunch special - at a great value.

Don't hesitate.

Visited 5 months ago

The omakase experience was amazing! This was my 2nd time here within one month (omakase only), and it will not be my last! My pictures are a combo of both experiences. I may have missed some courses because everything was delicious lol. The Chefs are knowledgeable and cooked with love. They take the time out to answer any questions you may have. The waiters are attentive and accommodating. The ingredients are fresh and everything just melts in your mouth.

Visited 7 months ago

This hidden gem along 41st Avenue in Bayside feels like a Manhattan escape without the SoHo crowds. The spacious seating, stylish, trendy decor, and extensive menu (beyond the typical Japanese fare) make it a standout. They even offer omakase and happy hour specials on drinks and appetizers. The beautifully plated dishes and impeccable service make it a perfect date spot. Prices were surprisingly reasonable, and we'll definitely be returning for more. They even offer valet parking on weekends!

Visited 6 months ago

When I enter a sushi restaurant, I know it is authentic Japanese because the sushi chefs will greet every guest who enters aloud in Japanese. That won't happen at Masaaki, because the chefs & staff are Chinese. FYI for those who are ignorant of Japanese custom. Keeping an open mind, I ordered tempura and sushi & sashimi lunch. The presentation and quality of raw fish were very good. Tempura was deep fried to perfection. No shortcuts with size of fish. Portion was very generous, especially for lunch. Interior is very clean & contemporary Japanese decor. Premium feel & quality come with premium price. However, as I already mentioned, the portion is generous. Service was adequate. Why not 5 stars? There was no bar seating in front of sushi chefs. I love to sit at a sushi bar to see the artistry & skill of a top sushi chef in real time. Oftentimes, some great conversations happen with them. The other reason is the fact I mentioned earlier. When I dine at a Szechuan house, I expect Chinese chefs & staff. I wouldn't want Koreans running the place. Likewise, a Japanese omakase should be run by Japanese people. To be very clear, this is a topic of race, culture, tradition & authenticity and not to be misunderstood as a racist comment. True foodies will understand. In any case, I recommend Masaaki, which is located in a quaint, cozy side street from the main stretch of the heart of Bayside restaurant district. Support your local small businesses & restaurants 👍

Visited 8 months ago

Lovely interior. Surprised at how large it was. Many private areas and smaller rooms for private affairs. Lobster avacado dish was very good. Grilled eel over fried rice was delicious. The sashimi platter was very fresh and tasty. Miso cod, vegetable tempura, and tofu teriyaki were all good. My glass of Chardonnay was very good. Great service. I recommend this restaurant!

Visited 10 months ago

Total Score: 7.60

Bathroom: 5/5
Overall pretty nice decor and cleanliness 😻

Customer Service: 1.5/5
Lowkey very hard to get a hold of waiters when we needed something cuz they kept on whizzing by and speed walking. Also gave the wrong drink at some point.

Ambiance: 4.5/5
Loving the lamp setup and the lighting here. However it did make things hard to see highkey. But also had nice decor!

Food: 4/5
Devoured everything that came to our table but didn’t leave feeling satisfied.

Wow: 0/1
Normal japanese restaurant

Total Score = BR + CS + 2*AM + 5*FOOD + WOW

Visited 8 months ago

非常喜欢😘

Visited 3 months ago

Visited 3 months ago

Visited 3 months ago

Amazing experience at Masaaki! Our friends recommended this place before! Definitely will come back! You can park the car at the parking lot ($2 for one hour) or street parking. They also have omakase， cheaper than Manhattan. Please try the Rock shrimp tempura! Also try roasted Eel rice, soooooo good!

Visited 3 months ago

Fresh sushi/sashimi

Visited 3 months ago

Awesome service and rolls.

Visited 3 months ago

Nicely detailed indoor, spacious, and elegant. Delicious food is always beautifully served. Great atmosphere, good place for a date or anniversary dinner. Staff is very friendly and takes good care of the customers. Highly recommended.

Visited 4 months ago

My vibes: calming dinner after a long day of work. Fast and efficient costumer service 🥰✨🖤. The menu was delicious and most importantly,they have 🍵 tea ✨ which is so calm to my soul.

Visited 4 months ago

It was a wonderful experience dining , celebrating my son’s birthday. Sushi was delicious, fresh melts in your mouth. Service was excellent, everyone was friendly, helpful and ready to answer questions. Definitely our family new favorite sushi restaurant.

Visited 4 months ago

Let’s start with the atmosphere. The place is spacious, nicely designed, and has a somewhat fancy vibe.

We ordered a variety of sushi, sashimi, and appetizers. The tempura was excellent, but the sushi and sashimi were just average in quality. For the price, we expected better. The selection was nearly identical to what we typically get from another nearby sushi spot at a much lower cost. For us, it simply wasn’t worth the premium price, so we’ll be sticking to our regular spot in the future.

On a positive note, the service was good.

Visited 4 months ago

An absolute gem! l'm a sushi person, and this is the first time l've had that, 'perfect,' meal. Upon walking in, the staff was friendly and courteous. During the meal they were highly attentive without being obtrusive. We were there for lunch and got the basics. Sushi/sashimi lunch w miso soup, and a bento box w miso soup. The soup was an outstanding version of miso, the sushi was, 'close your eyes momentarily,' good and the bento box was great. Presentation was great and the atmosphere belied the fact that the lunch was also a great value. Whenever visiting Bayside, it will be my go to place!

Visited 4 months ago

The food and service were very good.

Visited 4 months ago

Most wonderful atmosphere ever!!! Staff was very friendly and courteous. The food was definitely a 10/10: best tasting Asian food I've had in years!!

Visited 4 months ago

Have been looking for a Japanese place that comes close to Yasuda (midtown Manhattan) since i moved to Whitestone in 2015. Dealt with so many disappointments until now. This place has unrivaled sushi & sashimi: trio sashimi lunch special: tuna, yellow tail & salmon makes tears stroll down your cheeks (borrowed that last phrase from the Times review of Yasuda, six months after they opened). & their California roll is just delectable. Price for quality: the Yasuda of Queens.

Visited 5 months ago

Food and service has been consistent and the business is very clean!

Visited 5 months ago

The food was amazing. Enjoyed $98 tasting for 15 course for two. Great value!

Visited 5 months ago

Beautiful place off the main drag. Sushi is very good. Staff is efficient and accommodating. They clean their beer taps frequently!! Really exceptional lunch special - at a great value.

Don't hesitate.

Visited 5 months ago

Visited 5 months ago

真的不值 제발 가지 마세요
Don’t be deceived by paid reviews on Google maps

I’ve been to so many sushi spots in NYC from local to Michelin restaurants, this was the worst sushi place so far

Sushi isn’t made by Sushi chef- You can tell that they know nothing about how to make sushi from how they made the rice.

Rice was not fully cooked - hard, cold and dry - it tasted like plastic lol
I didn’t even expect it to be in shape but

They didn’t even try to season the rice properly 😂

Mid age female server was very impatient (not rude but simply not doing a good job)

Only reason I gave 2 stars is because I appreciated the space and its atmosphere

Visited 6 months ago

Experience the 15 course Omakase in an affordable price $98! Every course is fresh ingredients and culinary creativity! I would recommend. It’s the best Omakase in Bayside area.

Visited 6 months ago

The Omakase was amazing! Chef Michael was attentive, friendly, and made INCREDIBLE courses.

Visited 6 months ago

Great food and atmosphere

Visited 6 months ago

This hidden gem along 41st Avenue in Bayside feels like a Manhattan escape without the SoHo crowds. The spacious seating, stylish, trendy decor, and extensive menu (beyond the typical Japanese fare) make it a standout. They even offer omakase and happy hour specials on drinks and appetizers. The beautifully plated dishes and impeccable service make it a perfect date spot. Prices were surprisingly reasonable, and we'll definitely be returning for more. They even offer valet parking on weekends!

Visited 6 months ago

Visited 6 months ago

Visited 6 months ago

Visited 6 months ago

Our Omakase chef David was fantastic! He was such a delight, he shared information about each piece and was thoughtful in how he prepared each piece for us. He always refilled our ginger without us having to ask. I would go back just to have our Omakase with chef David again! He was excellent and I would highly recommend him.

The reason for not giving 5 stars is … The greeters at the entrance were not welcoming - no smile, not even a look in our direction to check on our reservation. When you are getting ready to spend A LOT on a meal, you expect the greeters and other service folks to be happy and inviting. The table setting service was not consistent, meaning when we were seated there were no place settings, just a bare wooden counter. It was not until after our first piece of nigiri was ready that a server noticed and rushed to get us some plates.

Visited 7 months ago

The omakase experience was amazing! This was my 2nd time here within one month (omakase only), and it will not be my last! My pictures are a combo of both experiences. I may have missed some courses because everything was delicious lol. The Chefs are knowledgeable and cooked with love. They take the time out to answer any questions you may have. The waiters are attentive and accommodating. The ingredients are fresh and everything just melts in your mouth.

Visited 7 months ago

We went there for Dinner after a golf game. I picked this restaurant because it has good reviews on google. It turns out a good choice. The ambiance was warm and inviting, with cozy lighting and modern decor that created a relaxing mood. The staff are very friendly and attentive. Sashimi are very fresh and tasty. will definately come back again.

Visited 7 months ago

Fish quality was okay. Like most Chinese owned Japanese style (won't even call it Japanese restaurant), the fish is fresh. However, the sushi rice is too vinegary and hard! It overpowers the taste of the fish. The washabi taste like some powdery green stuff.

One last thing. I ordered a la carte of Hokkaido uni. One bite costs $18.00. Meanwhile the sashimi entree is only $19.00.wouldnit make sense to let the customer know ahead of time what the price is? I know Hokkaido uni is on the pricey side, but still I would appreciate if they tell me to let me know the price beforehand. MP means you can tag anything you like. This is unacceptable.

Visited 7 months ago

First time visit. Beyond my expectation. High ceiling, fine decoration, fresh food and great service. Next time, I should try omakase, great for dating.

Visited 7 months ago

Visited 7 months ago

I really like this place. It's local and fresh. I love their rolls and apps. I'm definitely going to be visiting more in a regular basis!

Visited 7 months ago

Visited 7 months ago

My family and I have been regular customers at Restaurant , and we have always enjoyed the food and ambiance. However, our recent experience has left us extremely dissatisfied.
During our visit, we encountered an issue with the hostess, who displayed a rude and unwelcoming attitude towards us. As loyal patrons, we were taken aback by the lack of hospitality and respect shown to us. This behavior is unacceptable and has tarnished our perception of your establishment. Really sucks because this was a go to sushi place for my family and I.

Visited 7 months ago

Visited 7 months ago

Beautiful establishment. Very clean. Love the atmosphere and most importantly, the food. Ordered a salmon roll, oshinko, and the Toro Scallian roll for lunch with a yuzu ginger beer. Great quality fish and rice. Well done. Will be returning!

Visited 7 months ago

One of my friends recommended this place to me so I decided to have dinner with my family of 6 . We got there 8:56 pm as soon as we walked in the MANAGER shouted our kitchen closes at 9:30 the restaurant closes at 10 so I replied what does that mean he looked at me and said 10 o’clock you have to get out of the restaurant regardless if you have finished your dinner or not That is unacceptable and not a managerial position

Visited 7 months ago

Visited 7 months ago

Everything is great about this place ...

Visited 8 months ago

Un bon restaurant de sushi qui offre une haute qualité de poissons crus. Le personnel nous a proposé un service attentionné et vraiment au TOP.

Visited 8 months ago

When I enter a sushi restaurant, I know it is authentic Japanese because the sushi chefs will greet every guest who enters aloud in Japanese. That won't happen at Masaaki, because the chefs & staff are Chinese. FYI for those who are ignorant of Japanese custom. Keeping an open mind, I ordered tempura and sushi & sashimi lunch. The presentation and quality of raw fish were very good. Tempura was deep fried to perfection. No shortcuts with size of fish. Portion was very generous, especially for lunch. Interior is very clean & contemporary Japanese decor. Premium feel & quality come with premium price. However, as I already mentioned, the portion is generous. Service was adequate. Why not 5 stars? There was no bar seating in front of sushi chefs. I love to sit at a sushi bar to see the artistry & skill of a top sushi chef in real time. Oftentimes, some great conversations happen with them. The other reason is the fact I mentioned earlier. When I dine at a Szechuan house, I expect Chinese chefs & staff. I wouldn't want Koreans running the place. Likewise, a Japanese omakase should be run by Japanese people. To be very clear, this is a topic of race, culture, tradition & authenticity and not to be misunderstood as a racist comment. True foodies will understand. In any case, I recommend Masaaki, which is located in a quaint, cozy side street from the main stretch of the heart of Bayside restaurant district. Support your local small businesses & restaurants 👍

Visited 8 months ago

Beautiful environment and good service were sadly not enough to make up for the poor quality of food, which caused vomiting after dinner featuring sushi.🤮

Visited 8 months ago

Visited 8 months ago

Delicious sushi, couldn't believe how fresh everything was. The ambiance in the restaurant is very nice and it's much larger and upscale than the outside indicates. The waitstaff was very pleasant and helpful but sometimes hard to flag down.

Visited 8 months ago

Great sushi 😋

Visited 8 months ago

Excellent service, delicious food. Super good vibes and atmosphere, I love this place so much!!!

Visited 8 months ago

Food over price, service no good, very disappointing, won’t return to this restaurant again.

Visited 8 months ago

Total Score: 7.60

Bathroom: 5/5
Overall pretty nice decor and cleanliness 😻

Customer Service: 1.5/5
Lowkey very hard to get a hold of waiters when we needed something cuz they kept on whizzing by and speed walking. Also gave the wrong drink at some point.

Ambiance: 4.5/5
Loving the lamp setup and the lighting here. However it did make things hard to see highkey. But also had nice decor!

Food: 4/5
Devoured everything that came to our table but didn’t leave feeling satisfied.

Wow: 0/1
Normal japanese restaurant

Total Score = BR + CS + 2*AM + 5*FOOD + WOW

Visited 8 months ago

Very nice experience and very good food. Loved their lunch deal

Visited 8 months ago

Amazing service and the best food I've ever had in my life for amazing prices. Calming music and atmosphere. Definitely recommend.

Visited 8 months ago

Amazing vibes, modern menu. Drinks are surprisingly good value

Visited 9 months ago

Quality food at quality price. Nothing is wrong with it. Overall service was satisfying. Atmosphere was clean and airy. This is my 2nd visit and worth the 5 star review.

Visited 9 months ago

Visited 9 months ago

I went here for Summer 2024 Restaurant Week. I booked reservations for a Wednesday at 12 pm. There is municipal parking on the same block. We ordered Kani Salad, Goyza and two Sushi and Sashimi lunch special. They were very accommodating since I asked for no dressing or mayo. They replaced my roll since it was suppose to be a spicy salmon roll (it has mayo). Fish was very fresh. The Kani Salad was most a cucumber salad but the panko made better. The Goyza was slightly salty for my taste but probably not for any one else. Service excellent. My water glass was never less than half full. Great for special occasions.

Visited 9 months ago

We had a 5pm Omakase reservation on a Sunday. We were celebrating 2 birthdays and the restaurant kindly acknowledged the event; everyone enjoyed the extra special dessert. The premium omakase dining experience was superb. Our curator was mindful of one person’s non preference for a particular item and pivoted to provide extra serving of that to another of our party which thoroughly enjoyed EVERY SINGLE COURSE. Each course was presented beautifully and so fresh and tasty. It was the right amount of interaction to make it informative yet non intrusive on our group’s dinner conversation. Keep in mind the event is about 1.5 hour long so courses are prepared to a timed schedule to accommodate other omakase diners. I’m sure you can move to the bar area if one chooses to linger longer. Cocktails, wine and sake selections were excellent as well. I look forward to coming back.

Visited 9 months ago

Visited 9 months ago

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Visited 9 months ago

Visited 9 months ago

Typical Chinese style/ Japanese restaurant atmosphere with little options, no uni for such high end restaurant seems odd and also staff was hard to call upon. My blue fin toro look weak and marble as toro but is just regular tuna. I saw the omakase in the back room after I finish. I choose dining quietly because I didn’t want the chef keep talking and saw some kids in that room also so no no. The price is too expensive also for such place.

Visited 10 months ago

Visited 10 months ago

Came here on a Monday afternoon, so it was not busy at all, which was nice. The food was very good.

Visited 10 months ago

Went a couple of times, they were alright. Decor is very good. However it all went down hill last weekend. Food is not high quality Japanese food. So called Rock Shrimps Tempura, they tasted more like popcorn shrimps from frozen aisle. Tempura should have been light batter and fluffy. Rice inside sushi was not properly prepared as well. We are not going back!

Visited 10 months ago

Visited 10 months ago

Visited 10 months ago

Visited 10 months ago

We did the omakase with the additional $40 and the food was phenomenon. Everything was super fresh and flavorful.

Visited 10 months ago

Food is excellent! Super fresh. Highly recommend coming here for lunch specials!

Visited 10 months ago

Took my wife here for her birthday, and we both had a great time. The chef was accommodating to our particular diet. Everything was well flavored! The service was exceptional. We did the omakase choice, and it was delicious. My wife was very encouraged. This place was top notch!

Visited 10 months ago

Did the Omakase at the bar and it was a great experience. Chef was polite and made the tasting enjoyable. I’d recommend the 18 course. Drinks menu was not that great.

Visited 10 months ago

Lovely interior. Surprised at how large it was. Many private areas and smaller rooms for private affairs. Lobster avacado dish was very good. Grilled eel over fried rice was delicious. The sashimi platter was very fresh and tasty. Miso cod, vegetable tempura, and tofu teriyaki were all good. My glass of Chardonnay was very good. Great service. I recommend this restaurant!

Visited 10 months ago

Visited 10 months ago

Visited 10 months ago

Great all around especially for groups. Big booths and tables available, fresh fish great apps and rolls. Fairly priced.

Visited 10 months ago

I've been to Mikasa at least once a week for the last few months and love it all the time we have sushi sashimi everything is so fresh the Omakase is out of this world. Chef Michael and Chef Dave are absolutely awesome!!

Dining at Maasaki is an unparalleled culinary experience. The remarkable talents of Chef Dave and Chef Mike shine through in every dish. From the moment you step in, you are treated to a gastronomic journey that is both innovative and deeply rooted in tradition.

Chef Dave's mastery of flavor combinations and presentation is nothing short of extraordinary. Each plate is a work of art, meticulously crafted to delight both the eye and the palate. Chef Mike complements this with his exceptional skill and creativity, ensuring that every meal is a unique and memorable event.

The ambiance of Maasaki perfectly complements the exquisite food, creating a dining experience that is unmatched. Whether you're a seasoned food enthusiast or simply looking for a special night out, Maasaki is a must-visit. The dedication and passion of Chef Dave and Chef Mike truly elevate this restaurant to new heights.
unbelievable the taste of everything are divine. I can't wait to go back next week.
Dining at Maasaki is an unparalleled culinary experience. The remarkable talents of Chef Dave and Chef Mike shine through in every dish. From the moment you step in, you are treated to a gastronomic journey that is both innovative and deeply rooted in tradition.

Chef Dave's mastery of flavor combinations and presentation is nothing short of extraordinary. Each plate is a work of art, meticulously crafted to delight both the eye and the palate. Chef Mike complements this with his exceptional skill and creativity, ensuring that every meal is a unique and memorable event.

The ambiance of Maasaki perfectly complements the exquisite food, creating a dining experience that is unmatched. Whether you're a seasoned food enthusiast or simply looking for a special night out, Maasaki is a must-visit. The dedication and passion of Chef Dave and Chef Mike truly elevate this restaurant to new heights.

Visited a year ago

Fabulous dining experience. Chic atmosphere with an upscale Japanese decor.

Friendly and efficient wait staff.

The miso glazed black cod was superb. Food presentations were next level great.

Visited a year ago

Visited a year ago

🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Visited a year ago

Incredible sushi spot right off Bell in Bayside!!

The total package .. ambiance , flavor, and an amazing selection of great stuff.

Visited a year ago

Great food. Loved the menu and the options. The staff are really nice and on top of everything the atmosphere is perfect

Visited a year ago

My new favorite place for lunch dinner and drinks

Visited a year ago

The price is pretty decent for an 18 course Omakase. The sushi chef was great in explaining all the dishes.

Visited a year ago

Oh my god. This was my me and my husband’s first time trying omakase and It was more than what we dreamed of. Every single bite was absolutely delicious. We did the 18 corse. My husband’s favorite dish was the a5 wagyu and mine was between the tuna toro, uni and the toast that had them both together. Everything was so fresh ! The chefs were great and told us what everything was. It was so much fun! I believe their names were David and Michael. The waitress made sure to keep our section clean as soon as we were finished with every corse. We will definitely be back and can’t wait to omakase again!

Visited a year ago

The omakase is absolutely amazing! Chef Michael is so nice. The ingredients are so fresh and everything I had was gave me a food orgasm! The service is very good and the ambiance is classy. Great spot for date night or any occasion. I highly recommend the omakase to everyone. The portion is just perfect after 18 course. This should be a Michelin restaurant.

Visited a year ago

By far the best Japanese restaurant in Queens , selection , quality , presentation attention to details all A 1!!!!

Visited a year ago

食材新鲜。包装精美

Visited a year ago

Horrible service! No bartender. Food is so long to wait they just we have a big table on the back. I said what??? Is that my problem!???not worth it

Visited a year ago

Visited a year ago

The food was delicious, the lobster soup is great and so was the roasted eel Kamameshi rice. The dumplings were so good too! Not to mention the interior of the restaurant is so beautiful! Everything is so clean and so aesthetically beautiful. The service was good too, no complaints. This restaurant definitely puts effort into everything, down to the bags they give for leftovers. A gem!

Visited a year ago

Visited a year ago

Must try omakase

Visited a year ago

Spent my past 2 birthdays at Masaaki, never disappointed. I always do ala carte sushi/sashimi/rolls, maybe I’ll try Omakase experience next time. Chilean seabass appetizer is a must, it’s butter !

Visited a year ago

Chinese owned restaurant, the waiting staff don't speak one word in Japanese. Certain dishes (special rolls) are small and overpriced.

Visited a year ago

Visited a year ago

Very refresh seafood and nice people! Will come again!

Visited a year ago

Great price for omakase, after taxes and tips was 180 ish for 18 courses. All the servers were polite and nice. The atmosphere was ehh, we came with 12 people so we thought it will be more private but they also have regular dinner tables set up in the same room as omakase. Other than that everything was fresh and a very decent price for what I was
served.

Visited a year ago

I had a great time with everything there.

Visited a year ago

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Visited a year ago

Convenient location! Just next to parking lot.

Savor the artistry of sushi in our serene Japanese eatery. Each delicately handcrafted roll is a symphony of flavors, combining fresh fish, crisp vegetables, and perfectly seasoned rice. The ambiance hums with gentle conversation and the rhythmic clink of chopsticks. Indulge in an experience where every bite tells a story of culinary mastery.

Visited a year ago

Visited a year ago

Food is delicious. Decor is warm and inviting. Staff is always so nice and attentive. Great spot for dates or to go with your girlfriends!

Visited a year ago

I'm gald that we chose this restaurant on Valentine's Day. Service is good and staff are very friendly. Owner also prepared the roses which is very warm. Most important the food is delicious and very fresh, especially the tuna sashimi that melts in your mouth. But when we want to order some more sashimi, the waiter told us they have so many take out orders and we would have to wait for half an hour. Defiantly come back and try their Omakase next time.

Visited a year ago

Delicious and lovely spacious place

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Visited a year ago

great experience～

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Visited a year ago

Each piece was absolute perfection in texture, temperature and flavor.

Visited a year ago

The food (sushi/sashimi) was well prepared and fresh. The faults that bothered me was the cold green tea and the cold miso soup which the staff expeditiously did remedy. Our water glasses were also dirty. That's a no-no. If the prices were more reasonable I would try again given the sushi being so good, with that said.... On the fence

Visited a year ago

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Visited a year ago

很滿意！環境很大器精緻 Omakase都很新鮮新穎！師傅們都很好 很健談～很愉快的一個晚餐 適合來約會和聚餐離法拉盛不遠 還會再來的！

Visited a year ago

My wife and I really enjoyed eating here, every thing we ordered was amazing and the place is beautiful, the service was great as well, we will definitely make this a go to place. I recommend it.

Visited a year ago

Masaaki Sushi serves 3 Omakase options and we had their premium set for our anniversary. Their decor is brilliant with romantic ambiance.

There were 6 courses ahead of sushi: Bluefin Tuna, Toro Tartar Toast, Crab with Gralic Butter, King Mushroom Salad , Kumamoto Oyster and Chawan-Mushi. It was an amazing start, my favorite was the oyster with sweet & fresh flavor and my husband loved the toast which combined all luxury ingredients like toro, caviar & gold.

10 pieces of sushi, Wagyu Chirashi Sushi and Toro Handroll came after appetizers. They ran out of Uni that day which was a little sad but the chef’s fish selection was still great with proper seasoning.

There is a lot of spots for omakase with average price of $100 recently in NYC but the quality is doubtful. Masaaki is definitely a great spot not only with reasonable price but also outstanding quality & freshness.

Visited a year ago

First time here. All 5 of us were happy with our food selections! We enjoyed the the warm sake too.

Visited a year ago

음식 맛이 너무없다. 스시와 튀김은 너무 평범했고, 우동은 손을 대지도 않았다.

Visited a year ago

You’d be surprised how big and beautiful Masaaski in Bayside is from the outside. Open the doors and you will reveal a surprisingly state of the art design with friendly welcoming staffs. Don’t grab a seat yet. Take a tour of the venue so you can properly enjoy your experience here. There are plenty of tables with a sushi bar and an omakase table in the rear. They have three different kinds of omakase and two different sake pairing menus from $78 to $138 and $35 to $55 respectively. We sat down at the omakase table and chose the 19-course for $138 with the $55 sake pairing. Everything is fresh and tasty. We were so full we had to reject the handroll at the end. Finished the night off with crème brûlée to satisfy our sweet tooth. Stop by Masaaki in Bayside Queens without driving so far to the city for a wonderful treat.

Visited a year ago

🍣 The Omakase experience here is truly a work of art. Each dish was meticulously crafted with precision, showcasing the chef's expertise and dedication to quality. The freshness of the ingredients was evident in every bite, elevating the entire dining experience.

Recommend Uni and Wagyu Beef sushi!

Visited a year ago

Incredible 15 course experience. Highly recommended.

Visited a year ago

4.5/5 stars

It's my first time at omakase. I ate everything, even trying my first raw oyster. I loved each of the bites excluding the uni and the red bean dessert. I think the scallop bite was my favorite! Lots of truffle incorporated which I absolutely adore. We did the 19 course tasting menu.

In addition, they have valet that I believe is comped, and Thursday through Saturday nights they have beer, wine, and sake, buy one get one free. That was a nice treat!

Would come again!

Visited a year ago

Everything here is outstanding!

Visited a year ago

Sushi’s was amazing super fresh and waiter’s are super nice everything came really fast price are fine too for the quality food you get !

PS: went yesterday to buy for the new year and I am really sick right now the salmon was not fresh and I am sick thank you but that will be the last time for me ! Be careful guys when ordering sushi’s from them they literally kill my day off.

Visited a year ago

I had my very first omasake experience and it was soooo 100% worth it! My cousins and I did the 15-course omasake and the food was out of this world! Service is incredible, we were def taken care of. Some of my favorites were the egg truffle soup, oyster with salmon roe, scallop with lime zest, seared king salmon with cheese, toro with caviar and gold flakes, and eel with foie gras. Honestly though every single piece was sooo tasty!! I’m honestly so impressed and cannot wait to come back!

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Embarking on a delightful journey of flavors and textures, I had the pleasure of indulging in an Omakase sushi feast at Masaaki, graciously invited by my niece and nephew. As a former professional sushi chef, exploring new sushi establishment is always a thrilling experience for me.
Freshness is the cornerstone of a memorable sushi experience, and Masaaki did not disappoint. I believe all sushi lovers are well aware of the importance and necessity of consuming sushi that is fresh and hygienic, as failure to do so may lead to illness or the risk of contracting viruses from the consumption of raw seafood. With a keen eye for the essential criteria-- firmness, brightness and translucent-- the sushi here was a welcome reassurance.
For the uninitiated, 'Omakase' translate to "I'll leave it up to you" in Japanese, symbolizing the diner's trust in the chef culinary expertise. Opting for the chef's bar table allowed me to witness the meticulous preparation of each dish, a spectacle that enhanced the immediate enjoyment of the fresh sushi. A palate cleanser in the form of sliced ginger accompanied every serving, preparing the taste buds for the next delightful bite.
While the service at Masaaki was attentive, the atmospheric ambiance, though welcoming, leaned towards the darker side for my preference. The lantern adorned walls exuded a nostalgic touch reminiscent of French art deco with a Japanese twist from the early 1900s. However, the noise level was a tad high, making it challenging to catch every detail the chef shared about the ingredients.
Masaaki offers 15 or 19 courses based on your selected price range. It's important to note that each course comprises a single piece of sushi or a small plate, dispelling any notion of overwhelming portions.
Now, let's delve into the culinary journey. The diced tuna tartar with plain soy sauce left me wanting; a special sauce or dressing would have elevated the dish beyond its basic elements. The combination of an oyster shell atop fresh scallop seemed ill-conceived, as the flavors clashed rather than complemented. Conversely, the toro with avocado on plain white toast, topped with caviar, showcased a brilliant fusion of flavors, though a toasted bread element would have added a desirable texture.
The Chawanmushi with uni, salmon roe, and edamame, a traditional Japanese dish, fell short due to the somewhat bland egg tart dominating the cup. The undisputed star was the toro sushi, adorned with caviar -- a truly decadent and satisfying experience.
The torch-fired steak with truffle and caviar was intriguing, though the marriage of caviar with steak felt peculiar. A simple flan dessert with sweet red bean paste and whipped cream concluded the meal on a modest note.
The importance of the sushi rice is equivalent to that of the fish. Traditionally, the rice should be poured over and stirred with a mixture of marinated seaweed and Bonito vinegar to enhance the flavor. The rice is ideally served warm at room temperature to complement the cold fish, creating a Yin and Yang balance that promotes metabolic health and harmony. This underscores the significance of equilibrium and the interconnectedness of all things, emphasizing the balance between positive and negative elements. Notably, the sushi rice at Masaaki carried a subtle flavor but lacked the robustness i anticipated.
While the overall experience was pleasant, I couldn't identify a show-stopping dish that elicited a "wow" factor, especially considering the price point. A more leisurely pace would have allowed me to savor each bite thoroughly. Despite these minor quibbles, Masaaki remains an enjoyable venue to share with family and friends.

Visited a year ago

The drinks and food are great! Everything is fresh and tasty. He happy hour menu is good! We dine at the bar and the edaname is on the house!

Visited a year ago

Good food. Okay service. Nice atmosphere

Visited a year ago

Nice place to chill; but if you are hungry this is not the place; portions are very small especially for the price.

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Last time I was here I gave it a five star review because everything was on point. I'm not sure what happened tonight but it definitely was not that. We went to celebrate my daughter's birthday. My husband ordered a cooked entree and my children and I ordered sushi. As happened one time before right when they had opened, my husband got his food, my children got their rollls and my sashimi wasn't brought out until after they had almost finished. Not only that but we ordered an appetizer, fried calamari which came out cold and chewy. I ordered an assortment of sashimi which last time had been so fresh but this time just wasn't the same. I had ordered sweet shrimp which I had had in other places and here it was a bigger shrimp not a little shrimp and it was extremely fishy. They said it took so long because they cooked the fish head which I'm not even sure was even edible. I would have asked but I could not find the server at that time. They did do a nice job with my daughter's birthday and the desserts were great but I do not know if I would return knowing that there is a wide variety of other places to choose from.

Visited a year ago

Consistently yummy and great vibe. Drinks are great and bar is beautiful.

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amazing restaurant, i love how kind all of the staff are, the food is amazing and i went there with my mom and my stepdad and everything was amazing

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We tried the omakase menu in this restaurant, and I was impressed. Every piece of fish was fresh and delicious. The chef and the staff were friendly. The price was very reasonable for the amount of food we got. This will be my new go-to restaurant for omakase. Recommended.

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Sushi not bad. Environment is very good.

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This was my second time dining and my first omakase here. We chose the $88 set and it was perfect. Chef Michael was an absolute delight and each course was thoughtfully designed and seasoned to perfection. Another plus is the freshly chopped ginger! A huge fan of that! I’m so happy that I don’t have to trek out to the city when the omakase cravings come calling.

Visited a year ago

Wonderful ambiance. Great attentive staff. Fresh sushi and sashimi. Great place to go for lunch or dinner. Quality of the fish is superb. Will be returning and recommending.

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Very nice interior. High ceilings, all new finishes.

Definitely a great deal for lunch. The fish is higher quality than a typical sushi restaurant. 3 rolls for $18 or 9 pieces for $20 (tuna, salmon, or yellowtail). Lunch comes with a soup and small salad. We also enjoyed the gyoza. Very thin wrapper and crunchy. My wife enjoyed her sangria. They have a full bar and big selection.

They also have an omakase. Obviously the price point is much higher. I may lean towards going for one in the city but I think this would be pretty good.

Visited a year ago

This place serves great sushi, has phenomenal atmosphere and service. The atmosphere provides such a calm and sort of luxurious dining experience. This place deserves more recognition and reviews.

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The service and atmosphere here were great but the real star is the sushi. The fish tasted very fresh and all the ingredients that accompanied the seafood were perfectly balanced.

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We had the lunch specials, beef, chicken and shrimp teriyaki; came with a salad and soup. Portions were perfect and service was very good.

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Genuinely impressed with the place. The sushi is very good and fresh. The experience package is also an amazing choice.

They did a great job in renovating the place. The waiters were also quite attentive. Overall great experience!

Visited 2 years ago

Phenomenal new spot off Bell with reasonable prices, fresh sushi, full bar & beautiful decor

Visited 2 years ago

Nice restaurant decor, not overly noisy... Of the a la carte menu, I would recommend sashimi, but not so much the hot plates. My experience with the agedashi tofu was disappointing. On another occasion, the omakase was very good.

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Great decor and design. Decent prices.

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I love love love omakase and enjoy it regularly in the city. Discovered this new spot and went in without expectations and was knocked off my feet with how good it was! Thank you to Tai, who deliciously prepared our food and entertained us as well! Definitely recommend the omakase here!

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Unexpected really neat find in Bayside! Super delicious dishes wonderfully prepared and presented. Highly recommended!

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delicious! The food is also very fresh! My kids love it

Visited 2 years ago

This is an awesome place!! The servers were great and Jay was awesome! I’ll definitely be back.

Visited 2 years ago

Was a couple bites into my rock tempura I had ordered and found this fly on the lettuce. Then walked all over my shrimp lol. Last time I will be ordering from here I was also excited about this place because of how good their sashimi is, but how my food was packed with a fly in it? Weird.

Visited 2 years ago

a lovely spot with great sushi and dishes. we did feel incredibly rushed by the wait staff which was unnecessary as we had arrived at a time guaranteeing no turnover for our table. overall the food was quite good but the service was a little detrimental to our dining experience

Visited 2 years ago

Everything we had was amazing! This is definitely my new favorite spot. The ambiance was incredible and staff are friendly and attentive😊🔥 Can’t wait to come back!

⭐️White Tiger Roll
⭐️Masaaki Roll
⭐️Shishito peppers
⭐️Steamed Egg with Mushroom and Snow Crab
⭐️Salmon Roe and Tobiko
⭐️Salmon Tartare

Visited 2 years ago

A surprisingly high-quality sushi spot in Bayside! Sashimi is incredibly fresh and the rolls are great (the special rolls are worth the extra price, as they have some unique combinations). The decor and ambiance make it ideal for a date or quiet meal, and service is attentive. Definitely an excellent Japanese spot worth visiting!

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The food was incredible! excellent presentation on the plates, attention to detail and I loved the drinks!

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Outstanding dining experience. Highly recommend.

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I really like omakase table. Price worth for fresh sushi and excellent service.

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one good review for this location. What an amazing delight !!!! A good portions it’s a good/perfect blend of spicy where you feel

Visited 2 years ago

Nice place. Decor and food is good. Service is good as well. Must try.

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Masaaski is an Asian fusion with omakase options. I come here for lunch when I'm in the neighborhood and want some sushi.

I usually get the sushi sashimi lunch.
The place is nice, but can get busy and loud. A lot of Chinese go there. If you sit in that back, it gets pretty loud and may get hard to hear the person in front of you.

Sashimi sushi Lunch special comes with a miso soup and salad with ginger dressing.

Sushi is very good quality and melts in your mouth. It's not the best, but pretty good. Definitely a bit above yourl average local sushi place. I would've liked more variety in my lunch since I'm spending a over $20 for one lunch.

Sashimi is with tuna, salmon and maybe yellowtail. Sushi is the same fish and the roll is a tuna.

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Great place to eat high-quality fish. Customer service was very friendly

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This place is so beautiful and the service was on point. And of course, the food was incredibly fresh, delicious, and presented beautifully. Totally recommend

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FOOD WAS ON POINT! SERVICE WAS EXCELLENT. VERY CLEAN AS WELL

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I eat here regularly and the food and service never disappoint. All the food is amazingly well made and delicious and the servers are very attentive and helpful. The restaurant is also beautifully designed with hand painted murals that complement the dining experience very well. I would recommend the spring rolls, fire island roll, sweet heart roll, and the lunch box. Overall, Masaaki is a great restaurant you should try at least once.

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Came here for dinner with friends family, this place is modern and the service is pretty good.
Ordered sashimi deluxe, Chilean sea bass with truffle sauces, tofu tempura dinner, rock shrimps appetizers and teriyaki chicken with rice and few rolls! All the seafood are fresh and decent portions! Will visit again next time.

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Nice, clean and big. .. sushi is different than other places.. good🍤.

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Love this place! Family-friendly and the service is great! Always go here with family! My kids always cook the food

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This sushi restaurant is really something special and unique, excellent service, they appreciate customers. Thank you to all the staff.

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LoveLoved everything about this spot!

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不错 nice

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Always great service and a good vibe! Food is awesome too!

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Beautiful restaurant with reasonably priced delicious food. Great portions.

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很好吃 但是上菜慢 服务员很慢

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I had the pleasure of dining here and was blown away by the incredible food, service, and atmosphere. Everything was top-notch, and I highly recommend it.

Visited 2 years ago

Amazing!!!
The place is very beautiful.
The music is very relaxing and the stuff is very thoughtful.
And the food is amazing.
The portions are nice size and very very good.
We will definitely come back!

Visited 2 years ago

Fantastic food and service. It was great to sit at the bar and do the omakase.

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We decided to dine at Masaaki for my husband’s birthday on Sunday, July 2nd. We wanted to try their Omakase since we’ve passed by it multiple times on Bell Blvd and finally wanted to try it out :-)

5/5 stars for everything! The place has a beautiful aesthetic, very clean, modern and spacious. The food was impeccably made and delicious. Omakase is truly an art form and the chefs did a phenomenal job preparing and presenting everything. They deserve all the praise!

My husband’s favorite stand-outs from the 19-course Omakase were the Miso Cod and Abalone, as well as the Wagyu!

We definitely plan to come back! Thanks again for the amazing experience! ^_^

Visited 2 years ago

Amazing omakase. Very detailed amazing location with affordable pricing.

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This place was amazing. Aside from just how massive this place is, the Omakase experience was immaculate. For $80ish bucks for 15 courses, that was one of the best omakase values I’ve ever had in the city. There were quite a few unique pieces that I have never seen before anywhere else as well.

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Honestly, this place never misses. The service is always excellent and the atmosphere is amazing. We cant ever go their without getting the crispy tuna appetizer. I'd say the sushi and hibachi is some of the best in Bayside, but you're going to have trouble finding better in Auburndale/Great Neck too. The solid liquor selection/cocktails don't hurt either.

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Great atmosphere, great service and good people. Go check them out today!

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