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Jewel Bako
239 E 5th St.
New York City, NY 10003
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#192 of 6,759 restaurants in New York City
  • Cuisines: Sushi, Japanese
  • Price range*: $41-$80
  • Neighborhood: Lower East Side
  • Recommended For: Romantic
  • Address: 239 E 5th St., New York City, NY 10003
  • Phone:  (212) 979-1012
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“expensive, but...”
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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Aug 21, 2008

expensive, but delicious. The owner was very nice. brought us complimentary wine, appetizer, and snack. But, again, very expensive. more

“not worth the price...”
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1 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jul 18, 2008

not worth the price... more

“Excellent restaurant experience”
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5 of 5 stars
NCARalph 11 contributions
Boston
Jul 9, 2008

We're regular sushi imbibers and went here for my wife's birthday. I can only say we were very pleased with the overall experience and highly recommend it. Do make reservations though! First the sushi - with the possible exception of Hawaii for some pieces, this was hands down the best we've had. If they have it, be sure to try... more

“Terrible service.”
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1 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jun 26, 2008

Terrible service. more

“food was great but a bit...”
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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jun 17, 2008

food was great but a bit overpriced more

“Don't like owner's...”
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2 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jun 5, 2008

Don't like owner's attitude... he pointed my Sashimi with his pen!! very bad! more

“The sushi is amazing and...”
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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Apr 28, 2008
0/1 found this review helpful

The sushi is amazing and the staff attentive and knowledgable. Omakase tasting is to die for. more

“food was good but the...”
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2 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Apr 26, 2008

food was good but the tables were literally like 5 inches from another, too tight...... more

“Had the omakase tasting...”
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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Apr 20, 2008

Had the omakase tasting menu for my bday dinner. superb! more

“Great Sushi”
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5 of 5 stars
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Mar 24, 2008

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Jewel Bako Address

239 E 5th St., New York City, NY 10003
Tel: (212) 979-1012
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.