Best Date Night Magic Sushi Restaurants in Midtown-Times Square
4 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Sushi by Bou - Times Square
Speakeasy-style omakase that’s premium but efficient.
Notable Picks
8.3
A nine-seat speakeasy counter delivering fast, high-energy omakase with polished fundamentals. Expect punchy flavor pairings, quick turnover, and consistently solid nigiri.
Must-Try Dishes:
Signature timed omakase, Toro-negitoro handroll, Charcoal-salt scallop nigiri
What Makes it Special: Speakeasy-style omakase that’s premium but efficient.
Omakase Osukaa’s Midtown counter offers structured omakase with a mix of nigiri, sashimi and compact rolls in a more casual setting than the city’s highest-end sushi temples. It’s a useful middle ground for diners who want a guided experience that still ends with familiar rolls.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chef’s omakase sushi course, Lunch omakase set, Sushi roll add-ons to omakase
What Makes it Special: Counter-focused omakase where structured courses often finish with approachable sushi rolls.
8.2
A Bryant Park Hotel staple that pairs upscale sushi with a dim, Zen-leaning dining room built for celebrations and expense-account dinners. It’s strongest when you lean into signature starters and a focused sushi order rather than chasing every hot dish on the menu.
Must-Try Dishes:
Crispy rice with spicy tuna, Miso black cod, Chef’s selection sushi & sashimi
What Makes it Special: Signature sushi-room energy with a hotel-lounge glow.
8.2
A theatrical omakase room connected to Sushi Lab, mixing refined nigiri with a cocktail-led, sensory setup. Best for diners who want modern plating and a show without losing fish quality.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chef’s omakase counter menu, Otoro nigiri, Uni course
What Makes it Special: Omakase with a cocktail-and-theater edge.