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Sakagura


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5 of 5 stars 121 ratings
121 ratings
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#39 of 6,759 restaurants in New York City
  • Cuisines: Japanese
  • Price range*: $21-$30
  • Neighborhood: Murray Hill
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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Feb 13, 2009

hidden away in the basement of an office building. more

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4 of 5 stars
phoebendan 12 contributions
pa
Jan 31, 2009

A friend and I were in the city for the day and found this restaurant rated on trip advisor. Yes, they did transform a basement area in a building into an enticing,warm and cozy place to grab lunch but it was not too hard to locate. We got there a bit early (just before noon) and were seated immediately but... more

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4 of 5 stars
intlfoodtrvl 312 contributions
New York
Dec 22, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

With all of the press Sakagura has received since its debut, you would expect it to be easier to locate. However, this gem truly is hidden, first within an office building and then even further down in the depths of the basement. The environment does feel a bit claustrophobic at times, but the dark cherrywood decor give it a real... more

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2 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Oct 14, 2008

too exp but great bathrooms more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Sep 22, 2008

Lved the food and the optional sake tasting was well worth trying. more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Sep 17, 2008

Food is wonderful, variety of sake is awsome! But a little bit expensive... more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Sep 9, 2008

Authentic Japanese, hidden away in the basement of an office building. NOT FOR SUSHI (though they do offer sashimi) - more like Japanese Tapas. Beef Miso, Special Pork, Duck Negimaki, and near 50 other interesting dishes for dinner. Lunchtime also great for hearty bowls of noodles or rice topped with uni, chicken, eggs, and other specialties. Also great sake bar... more

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Sep 7, 2008

Great Japanese hidden away in an office building. Huge sake list. more

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3 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Aug 26, 2008

great little sushi find - in basement of random bldg more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Aug 25, 2008

green tea truffles that melt in your mouth! more

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Sakagura Address

211 E 43rd St, New York City, NY 10017-4707
Tel: (212) 953-7253
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.