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Tsukimi
Master Critic Reviews (5 Lists)
Tsukimi
9.1
Intimate 12-seat kaiseki counter serving a seasonal tasting menu with modern technique and a quiet, speakeasy-like feel. Courses are precise and often playful, with pacing that makes the meal feel like a guided narrative. Best for a special-occasion splurge in the East Village.
Must-Try Dishes:
Seasonal kaiseki tasting menu, Sablefish with konbu butter, Wagyu course (changes seasonally)
Scores:
Value: 7.4
Service: 9.1
Consistency: 8.6
Food Quality: 9.4
Atmosphere: 8.7
Cultural Relevance: 8.2
What makes it special: A Michelin-recognized kaiseki tasting in a 12-seat counter format.
Who should go: Tasting-menu fans celebrating something big.
When to visit: Weeknight seatings for a calmer, more personal flow.
What to order: Full kaiseki menu; add sake pairing; never skip the rice course.
Insider tip: Snag early seatings midweek—easier reservations and more chef interaction.
Tsukimi
8.9
A modern kaiseki experience that delivers a full special-occasion arc: delicate starters, perfectly timed hot dishes, and jewel-box presentation. The mood is hushed and elegant, built for anniversaries and big nights.
Must-Try Dishes:
Seasonal kaiseki tasting menu, Charcoal-grilled fish course, Matcha dessert finale
Scores:
Value: 7.1
Service: 8.9
Consistency: 8.4
Food Quality: 9.3
Atmosphere: 8.8
Cultural Relevance: 8
What makes it special: A one-star kaiseki menu that feels like a choreographed performance.
Who should go: Food-forward couples and tasting-menu fans.
When to visit: Mid-week for the most relaxed room.
What to order: Chef tasting, grilled fish, dessert course.
Insider tip: Let them know allergies early—subs are handled gracefully.
Tsukimi
8.4
An intimate kaiseki counter where each course feels quietly theatrical, built on peak-season ingredients and delicate knife work. The vibe is hushed and special-occasion ready, with a sake program that rewards curiosity.
Must-Try Dishes:
Seasonal kaiseki progression, Chawanmushi courses, Wagyu with dashi accents
Scores:
Value: 7
Service: 8.3
Consistency: 8.1
Food Quality: 9
Atmosphere: 9.1
Cultural Relevance: 7.7
What makes it special: One-star East Village kaiseki with a refined, seasonal arc.
Who should go: Quiet celebrators and Japanese cuisine purists
When to visit: Mid-week seating for calm pacing
What to order: Full kaiseki, add sake pairing, seasonal dessert
Insider tip: Let them know preferences early; they’ll tailor subtly.
Tsukimi
9.1
An intimate kaiseki counter from Chef Takanori Akiyama delivering a tightly paced seasonal tasting that leans on pristine seafood and quiet technique. The room is hushed and minimal, putting full focus on the choreography of each course. Book ahead for a refined, high-touch East Village tasting night.
Must-Try Dishes:
Seasonal kaiseki tasting menu, Chawanmushi with dashi and crab, Sake pairing flight
Scores:
Value: 7.6
Service: 9.2
Consistency: 9
Food Quality: 9.4
Atmosphere: 8.7
Cultural Relevance: 8.6
What makes it special: Michelin-starred modern kaiseki at a tiny counter with meticulous seasonality.
Who should go: Kaiseki lovers and special-occasion diners.
When to visit: Weeknight early seating for the calmest pace.
What to order: Chef’s seasonal tasting, add sake pairing, don’t skip dessert course.
Insider tip: Ask about off-menu sake pours matched to specific courses.
Tsukimi
8.9
A 12-seat kaiseki counter where Chef Takanori Akiyama serves a seasonal procession that feels quietly theatrical, with meticulous technique and bright, clean flavors. The room is serene and intimate, and the pacing plus sake-friendly structure keep the meal focused on the food. Michelin-starred and still one of the neighborhood’s most personal chef-led experiences.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chef’s Seasonal Kaiseki Tasting Menu, Caviar with warm egg and potato purée, Sablefish course with seasonal garnish
Scores:
Value: 7.6
Service: 9.1
Consistency: 8.6
Food Quality: 9.4
Atmosphere: 8.6
Cultural Relevance: 8.2
What makes it special: Michelin-starred kaiseki at an ultra-intimate chef’s counter.
Who should go: Omakase and tasting-menu devotees.
When to visit: Weeknight seating for maximum calm.
What to order: Seasonal tasting; add sake pairing; don’t skip the rice course.
Insider tip: Grab counter seats facing the kitchen for the full choreography.