Masa, Japanese fine dining restaurant in Columbus Circle, Manhattan, US
Masa is a Japanese fine dining restaurant in Deutsche Bank Center at Columbus Circle, specializing in high-end sushi preparation. The space centers on an exclusive sushi counter made from hinoki wood with seating for about 26 guests in a dimly lit setting.
Chef Masayoshi Takayama founded the restaurant in 2004 after operating Ginza Sushiko in Los Angeles for nearly two decades. The opening marked his move from California to establish himself in New York City.
The restaurant centers on the Japanese omakase tradition, where the chef customizes each meal individually for diners. Guests watch the food come together in real time as the chef works with carefully sourced ingredients from Japan.
Guests should book reservations at least three weeks in advance, as the small capacity fills up quickly. The dining experience comes at a significant cost, so plan ahead and contact the restaurant directly to confirm availability and discuss options.
The restaurant earned three Michelin stars in 2009, making it the first Japanese establishment in the United States to achieve this rating. This recognition immediately set it apart as one of the country's most renowned dining destinations.
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