Jewel Bako

The restaurant comprises of two beautiful rooms or jewel boxes with a wine bar connected to the restaurant. Both of these exquisite places are presided over by the very debonair Jack Lamb and his wife Grace. Delicate silver chairs, low lighting, some of the best sushi chefs in the city, an extremely stylish and knowledgeable staff and the sake list carries some very rare sakes along with a choice of seasonal selections.

Jewel Bako is reserved for those that are are into high quality sushi, sake and an incredible experience. For me, it is one of the top 5 sushi houses in the city.

239 E. 5th St., New York, NY 10003
between Second and Third Aves.
tel: 212-979-1012

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Naka Naka

I was looking for a restaurant for the evening and wasn't in the mood for the usual. Definitely something Japanese... Naka Naka is tiny, maybe a little bigger than most New York city apartments. Little details like Origami on the tables, subdued woodwork and a great sound system give this restaurant a very refined elegance.

First course:
Shungiko goma-ae,
Mame Aji nan-ban zuke
Okara

2nd course:
Sashimi morianawe

Dessert:
Mochi and Antnitcu

All washed down with Ichanokura Taru, a sake with an incredibly refreshing aroma of Japanese cedar. This is not a restaurant that is trying to outdo itself by it's decor, sake list or even it's food. But all three come together like a piece of Japanese tanka.

458 W 17th St
New York, NY 10011
tel: (212) 929-8544