Masa is a unique three-Michelin-star restaurant located in Manhattan. Japanese cuisine based on recipes from the Land of the Rising Sun chef Masa Takayama is cooked here. The sushi bar’s work surface, made from rare hinoki wood, is sanded daily. Masa uses seasonal plants as decor. The courses are also based on the seasonality of the foods to keep them as fresh as possible.
Japanese cuisine restaurant Masa opened in New York in 2004 and in 2007 it was among the 50 best restaurants on the planet and still remains one of the most expensive restaurants in the world. Today Masa is a winner of three out of four possible stars from the New York Times, five stars from Forbes and is considered the best sushi restaurant in the world.
Chef Masa Takayama doesn’t just prepare the freshest fish, shipped daily straight from Japan, his art is based on the idea of shibui, according to which food should affect all human receptors. The smell, taste, sight and touch of the food must be in harmony, and only then will the food be truly enjoyable.
The second idea, “umami,” is based on the fact that each ingredient has an essence, not just a taste, so not all foods can be mixed, and some are best eaten raw and without any condiments.
Masa often experiments and offers customers completely new dishes. If he sees that the customer likes a novelty, a new dish is immediately added to the menu.
The wine list is very diverse in this place. After a long day at work here you can relax and try a good mateja or a tasty coffee. Guests say that the steward at this establishment is terrific. The food is served here at low prices. You are sure to appreciate the relaxed atmosphere and luxurious interior.