Odo

“A very intimate chef's counter experience. Some of the food portions looks too much, but each part balances the plate, especially if you do the sake pairing. Very friendly staff.”

“A 2 Michelin star restaurant that deserves it’s 3rd star! Chef Hiroki Odo orchestrates the most wonderful symphony of tastes I’ve ever had. All in a Zen atmosphere!! If you can try it, will not disappoint! Also the. Manu changes every month. Bravo 👏 Odo is a highly-regarded, Michelin-starred Japanese restaurant in NYC by Chef Hiroki Odo, known for its traditional kaiseki (multi-course) dining, emphasizing seasonal ingredients and precise execution, with a new, more casual "kaiseki-izakaya" concept, Odo East Village, recently opening. The original Odo offers an intimate, high-end experience, while the new East Village location blends kaiseki artistry with izakaya warmth, focusing on rice and offering a gluten-free menu.”

“My husband booked a lunch tasting at Odo to celebrate my birthday, and the experience was wonderful. The food and service were both amazing, and we also learned some new and interesting facts about kaiseki cuisine. Every course was delicious, and we truly felt it was worth the price. It was a memorable birthday lunch at Odo.”

“I’m already thinking of going back—yes! I love their attention to detail. They don’t overload the dishes with seasoning or sauces, and each course is prepared with the freshest ingredients and exceptional skill. From start to finish, the entire meal was outstanding. Their service and the thoughtful descriptions of each course were impossible to miss. They truly bring Japan to NYC. I would say they’re on their way to becoming a three-star restaurant, slowly but surely.”

“Worst Michelin dining experience ever, and it’s even a two-star restaurant. The sushi tasted and looked no better than regular takeout I order at home. The ice cream was absolutely terrible and barely edible. The service was equally awful. Staff were nowhere to be found when trying to order. The table wasn’t cleaned until the very end, and it was still left messy. I can’t believe this is actually a Michelin-starred restaurant—total letdown in every way.”