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Shinbashi

7 East 48th Street, New York City, NY 10017
212.813.1009
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Ranked #2,804 of 7,382 restaurants in New York City
4.0 of 5 stars 11 Reviews
Price range: 36 AUD - 51 AUD
Cuisines: Japanese, Sushi
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Good for: Romantic
Dining style: Casual Elegant
Neighbourhood: Midtown
Cross street: Between 5th & Madison Avenue
Transit: 6- 51st Street at Lexington B/D/F/V- 47-50 Streets Rockefeller Center N/R/W- 49th Street at 7th Avenue
Description: When Shinbashi originally opened in 1974 waitresses wearing traditional clothing served the then novel sushi and traditional Japanese dishes. Shinbashi became popular amongst Japanese businessmen visiting New York and the restaurant was reviewed in the New York Times by Ruth Reichi in 1998 calling it "venerable Japanese." The new incarnation is following in the tradition of attracting Japanese guests but does so in a modern setting. The restaurant remains streamlined and cleanly lit so as to showcase the food. Quality of fish and presentation are of the highest standard and it is this attention to detail that is carried into the attentive service. Shinbashi offers an environment for you to appreciate your meal at the pace you choose and the space to enjoy your conversation.
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São Paulo
Top Contributor
61 reviews 61 reviews
Reviews in 31 cities Reviews in 31 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2012

We went here for a business lunch and were not disappointed. The lunch specials are very good value, and the restaurant convinced us with friendly and efficient service. We asked for a couple extra items, which came very well prepared with fresh ingredients. More

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Washington,DC
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67 reviews 67 reviews
Reviews in 34 cities Reviews in 34 cities
57 helpful votes 57 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 October 2011
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Husband and I popped in at 6:15 on a Friday night. Wasn't v crowded. Service was fantastic. Had miso soup and some rolls. All was fresh and well prepared. We were thoroughly satisfied and would definitely recommend to others. Also, it had just about the cleanest restaurant bathroom I've ever used. More

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Denton, Texas
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 December 2010

Great food and the service was wonderful. Our waiter , ED, from Bali was patient explaining the menu to us. We had the tempura meal called Tendon Goshen and it was an awesome meal with good friendly service. I wish there was one in Dallas or Ft. Worth. More

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AnKT
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 October 2009

Good for lunch due to its pricing but suitable for quiet conversation. Authentic Japanese food. More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2009

Good taste but a bit pricy More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2008
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Waiter spilled an incredibly hot green tea on my wife and just said I am sorry just like a machine. A woman in charge of the restaurant came to me and say "I am sorry" just like a machine again. I have never had such an awful attitude from staff in NY city. As Japanese I can never recommend this... More

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serialmonkey
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5 reviews 5 reviews
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2008

Jono and Em found this place while we were visiting them in NYC. Excellent food - highly recommend the Shabu Shabu. Good selection of Sake as well - and very attentive staff. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 January 2008

Umami abounds... excellent sushi a la carte and unusual menu items like the wild mushroom soup don't disappoint either. More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 January 2008

another midtown contemporary sushi spot that's cute and conveniently underneath my office! will it survive as the hostess and sushi chefs look longingly outside? More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 January 2008

Bangin` spicy tuna rollz... More

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