Sen Sakana Reviews

The facility and service were good and that's all they have. The food was really bad, so consider the quality they served, it's way overpriced. I had the fried pork loin, thick, dry and chewy, nothing like tonkatsu. My friend had the sirloin, also extremely chewy. The appetizers were a bit better than main. Don't know why they have such good reviews?

This is my "go-to" restaurant when I stay in midtown west. It is so convenient to the hotels on W. 44th, and the menu has enough variety to please most palates -- sushi/sashimi for those wanting standard Japanese fare, Peruvian fusion for those with more adventurous palates. The all-inclusive, no-tipping policy is a welcome change -- one that does not in any way affect the quality or friendliness of the service. I love this place!

I popped in here as the restaurant looked interesting and was near my hotel. It has only been open 6 weeks. I was impressed with the staff who were friendly and keen to please. I stuck to the Japanese part of the menu rather than the Peruvian, though I discussed Peru with the maitre'd. They were happy for me to have a table for 4 which was nice. Unfortunately they were out of both the Japanese beers that I wanted, Sapporo and Kirin, so I had a Peruvian lager which was fine, but a bit sweet. The Sashimi was first rate but at $5 a piece was pricey. The pork loin katsu was good. Service tried hard but was a bit hit and miss. My waitress took away my Bill and Amex card, and disappeared! 5 mins later I saw her serving someone else, and retrieved my Card! The no tipping policy is great!

We highly recommend this place. Food is something special and really delicious. The staff couldn't be more helpful. Previous reviews don't reflect the real picture of the restaurant. Dishes are unusual but the taste is really, really good.

Is the only word that does this restaurant justice. It is Japanese Peruvian fusion and it reminds me of the top restaurants in Lima! We enjoyed all the ceviche sashimi dishes, grilled veggies, quinoa salad and the sushi’s from omakase. But the red snapper ceviche was really to die for! It has a layer of fried potato strings on the bottom and thin slices of raw red snapper and mango. There are so many good restaurants in nyc but what made this one stand out is the creativity and marvelous flavor complexity in the dishes. That dish was absolutely devine! I can’t describe how happy I was to spend my birthday dinner at this restaurant. What an amazing marriage between Asia and South America! Definitely a strong yes to this one. And definitely coming back.

I visited Sen Sakana with some friends this past week in New York City and it was an excellent dining experience with the Japanese-Peruvian cuisine. I started with the miso soup followed by sushi. My main course was the deep fired pork loin which was served with ton katsu sauce and Japanese potato salad - amazing. This restaurant's cuisine is unusual but the fusion of Japanese and Peruvian cuisine really works. In addition, the restaurant's menu states that its staff is well paid and no tipping is required, which is extremely refreshing! One not to miss!

I would recommend this restaurant to all. The food is amazing, the service impeccable and the ambience very pleasant.

Went there with my family. Surprisingly it was not very busy, but maybe because of Thanksgiving holidays and many people out of town. Food was excellent. Service very good and attentive. Great wine lists and good cocktails! Only minus: Aircondition too cold, so I was freezing.

Excellent food and wine. Only issue was the lack to serve our wine - by the glass - with the different courses. I had to ask for the red for the entrees and the port for the desert.

Food was very solid. Have heard some mixed reviews before, so we stuck to what we gathered would be their best on show: the resto week menu. Friendly service, sparkling/still water from the tap, no tipping (please I hope this convention can die and we can just pay people a fair wage rather than rely on the kindness of strangers), and good, solid food. The blend of Japanese and Peruvian umami and flavourings was tops.

We are new to Nikkei, a mixture of Japanese and Peruvian influenced cuisine. Sen Sakana was a wonderful introduction to this style of food. It was a special occasion for us, however the vibe was casual and laid back and the music was sublime. So this restaurant also could be a fun place to come with a group of friends and enjoy as well something more special and intimate. We decided to share our selections, and the menu has many options to accommodate sharing. In this way, we could order a larger variety of things to taste. We started with the shrimp crab gyoza. In a traditional Japanese restaurant one will often find this starter typically with just vegetable or pork. This version was similar in preparation but the seafood inside was a creative twist. The presentation was also interesting as it came out looking like a fancy pastry. In reality, it is just six gyoza cooked together in a pie shape and served upside down. Using the chop sticks, press into and separate the underlying gyoza. Try the delicate sauce for a scrumptious bite (or six) of heaven. We followed that with a second ‘appetizer’, a signature sushi roll called “sexy Sakana Roll”. Beautifully presented with an light yogurt sauce underneath, the tuna was extraordinary and the caviar garnish was a perfect complement. There are also Robata grilled skewers, and many other sushi choices but we decided to share a seafood main of halibut, clams, mussels, octopus, and squid over a bed of home-made Raman noodles. The highlight was the broth, a buttery yet light elixir that we selfishly spooned up and drizzled over some of the other side dishes we chose to accompany: asparagus, cilantro infused rice (wow!), and exotic Japanese mushrooms. Finally, the service was excellent. Thank you.

I did not know what to expect from a mix of Peruvian and Japanese cuisine. Since we ordered mostly Peruvian dishes, I will say that they were excellent. I enjoyed the chicken empanada, traditional ceviche and a Waygu beef skewer. My wife chose the prix fix menu including the chicken soup and chicken with green rice bowl. All of the dishes were very well executed. Next time we will have to try the sushi side of the menu.

When you are able to snag a reservation to dine at this amazing restaurant, congrats! Not only is the flavor of the food on point, their drinks are also unique and fun! I love their food and it is definitely pricy but worth every dollar.

Amazing mix of Japanese and Peruvian cultures and food! Beautiful warm and inviting atmosphere. The service was 5 star!! Definitely worth a visit. Will return again.

We had a wonderful date night dinner on Sunday. We went with several small plates. Everything was delicious. Great wait staff. Everyone was very attentive. We went with deal but will definitely go back good location for theater district.

We had a magnificent meal at Sen Sakana. The menu is extensive and creative. Our party of four enjoyed every dish we ordered, from pork belly miso soup to beef heart to sushi. The shrimp crab gyoza , chicken curry empanadas, pork buta queso cremoso, and oyakkodon grilled chicken thigh were particularly delectable. Wish we lived closer--we would be frequent visitors!

The place looks good, very fashion wing with good American bar. Good wines. We ordered in 2 a course of 80 usd of omakase (chooses the chef who sushi to do). Too bad he did not consider that there were two of us and that the pieces were almost all different. I pointed this out to the waitress and she told me, much to her embarrassment because she realized the absurdity of the Chef's Response, which we should have booked days in advance specifying that there were two of us... an unacceptable Response. Finished the sushi I order peppers and the wait was almost 30 minutes. I sent them back. Good food, very high price, service to review.

Chotto matte in London and Toronto introduced us to the Nikkei style. What a pleasure to find the first Nikkei cuisine in NYC. Fresh ingredients, Peruvian flavors and spices. Light with fresh textures, mid-range prices. Nice service. It made the lust, we will be back.

Simply the best Japanese restaurant serving fantastic food. It helped that I was with someone who knew what he was ordering but the food that he selected was the best I had ever had. The service was 5star and the whole experience brilliant.

The food was amazing, the service impeccable, a wonderful taste of Peruvian Japanese fusion. Every single dish was amazing, even a simple cucumber became delicacy.

GORGEOUS VENUE. QUIET AND COMFORTABLE. GOOD SERVICE. HORRIFIC FOOD!! Their food was unbelievably bad. The first time I walked by this pretty place I wondered if they could be good with so few guests. Now I know. The worst sushi and entres that I’ve ever had but for in another country. Unfortunately they were one of the few restaurants still open so force fed myself and left feeling nauseous. Their food could have been average and I would have not noticed as I was hungry and there were few elegant options at that hour. But it was expensive and really really bad. All that we ordered. This is my opinion and my experience.

Celebrated my birthday here at the recommendation of a family member. The only place I have ever eaten ceviche this perfectly flavored was in Peru. Fresh, delicious, spicy. I also had the Sexy Sen Sakana roll. Also fresh and flavorful with thick cuts of fish. A friendly ordered the fried tenderloin. Wow! That was also incredible. All this came with premium service with a smile. I liked that it is a no tipping restaurant. Waiters deserve livable wages.

Food was awesome, but I sat at the bar for half an hour with no service. I finally had to chase down a server. The obnoxious creepy manager did not help either, overlooking everyone and commenting on everyone but doing nothing. Finally after asking for a new spot I was treated nicely by the staff. If you go here avoid the bar and front, including the creepy managers. Great food but poor atmosphere, reminds me of a dance bar.

We had the whole back room to ourselves as we have a little celebration. The waiter was patient and polite. The menu presentation is not very inviting but every single dish was well prepared. Highly recommended. Will definitely come back.

Excellent food and service; beautiful ambiance. Only had the meats as my friend (Japanese!) hates raw fish. (However I did have that maguro tiradito appetizer which was excellent). You can eat izakaya style but on the large dishes, the washu skirt steak with tacu tacu was off the charts. All the desserts are good, except for that curry empanada; drier than the Sahara. Interesting mixed drinks, tho the Sen Sakura sour was not. Must taste all the other mixed concoctions before I judge and more of the fish with someone who like sushi. Plan to be a regular here.

This was my first time visiting the restaurant and I had a wonderful experience. Our server Darrin was simply the best, great service, excellent recommendations. The cocktails were superb and the mix of Japanese and Peruvian cuisine with fresh ingredients made for a unique dining experience. Their ice cream and sorbet is home-made and tasty - you must try the Lucuma flavor; it tastes just like butterscotch. The ambiance is also excellent. I want to go back and try their sushi menu the next time.

We had high hopes for this Peruvian Japanese restaurant. It is a well designed multi level place. Quiet and with private nooks. The service is more than attentive and the staff is open and friendly, but then there’s the food. Uninspired to say the lease. Pork loin and potato salad really? And of course at NYC prices.

I'm not a huge fan of fusion food, but the Japanese-Peruvian 'Nikkei' blend is a well-established cuisine. As one who spent 16 years in Japan and has enjoyed Nikkei food in Lima, I'm in a good position to judge authenticity. And Sen Sakana passes the test. Besides the wonderful dishes (ranging from appetizers to sushi) the restaurant offers an impressive range of Japanese whiskeys and a few shochu offerings. There is also an impressive sake menu but the prices are quite expensive unless one has a group willing to down a bottle. Even on a Saturday night we found the restaurant (which has just the right lighting) not noisy and the wait staff not harried. There is efficient management keeping an eye on everything and our only quibble is that our friendly but not overbearing Spanish-speaking waiter had not been well briefed about the food and couldn't properly pronounce the Japanese menu items. My companion also asked two of the staff members if they knew what the name of the restaurant meant (1,000 fish) and they had to go query a manager for the answer. So our only complain is perhaps better training the staff about Nikkei cuisine. Also, there is NO tipping.

When staying at a nearby hotel, I asked the concierge for a recommendation of one of the best restaurants in the area. He immediately praised this one, and urged me to try it. I love Japanese food, but this was a unique twist. The Peruvian flavors are great. What's best is that you can get a special pre-fixe menu of three dishes for a much discounted price if you come between 5 pm and 6:30 pm. (Don't get me wrong: It's still a bit pricey, but this is NY. It was $53 after tax for the pre-fixe, but it would have been much more ordering these separately, and you get to try numerous excellent flavors.) There's a soup, an entree, and a dessert. You can also get this at any time on Sunday. I ate there at 8 pm on Sunday and got this. For dessert, there's an ice cream of "lucuma" - a Peruvian fruit. It's fantastic! I don't usually eat too many sweets, but this was superb! Highly recommended!

Fusion Japanese Peruvian food. Fabulous meal. Delicious food. Excellent service. No tipping. Can’t wait to come back!

I had dinner in Sen Sakana with two colleagues tonight. We very much enjoyed the pisco sour, Peruvian and Nikkei dishes. The makis were excellent. Staff was very friendly and helpful and management cared about ensuring a great experience. Highly recommendable!!

Years ago this space was a dumpy, dark, red-sauce Italian (albeit with a great old mahagony bar), and then it sat vacant for ages, though 44th street is a pretty hot restaurant location. Sen Sakana has completely gutted and re-imagined the space, and it's quite lovely, bright, modern and real pleasure. Peruvian Japanese? To be sure, if you want simple Japanese food you can get it here, and it's really very good. The sushi is very fresh and well prepared. The mashups, and we tried many of them, were surprisingly delicious. Even something as simple as shiseido peppers, served with bonito flakes (which I hadn't seen before), were delicious. The charred edamame with crispy Peruvian corn, which gave a nice textural contrast and nutty flavor, were yummy. The empanadas, both the chicken curry and the roasted mushroom, were delicious. I loved the house crafted tofu with bonito flakes, inure and avocado - light, summery and refreshing. There were so many things on the menu I wanted to try, but to order them would have defeated the goal of a light lunch. We will definitely go back.

Made day of reservations on open table for an early dinner before a show. We showed up early for our reservation and were seated early, no problem. The service was very attentive. We were pleased to see it was a non-topping restaurant and still reasonably priced. The menu was extensive and had a variety of hot and cold items, and traditional and specialty sushi. We ordered many dishes and shared, including yucca fries, edamame, a pork skewer, chicken curry empanada, and two specialty rolls: Magura tartar and the acevichado roll. We both got two glasses of the SOTO sake which was delicious. They had an extensive drinks list including wines, sake, and cocktails. We had time before the show so decided to get desserts: Mochi and the Japanese sweet potato waffles. Everything was incredibly delicious and I would definitely come back or recommend to anyone who was in the area.

A fusion of Japanese and Peruvian cuisine - what flavors and textures. My wife ate at similar restaurants while in Lima and raved about them. Now we can enjoy in the heart of Manhattan. A beautifully decorated, cavernous, but quiet and tranquil space. Service was impeccable (and a clear no tipping policy, so the service was never obsequious). Great cocktails, wines, sake and Japanese whiskey lists. But the food is the star. We are coming back - and soon. Simply fabulous.

Their Prix Fixe menu is not only a great deal, it is also a brilliant showcase of how well Japanese and Peruvian cuisine can collaborate to create an exceptional meal.

Great meat kosher restaurant that offers Asian, European and American cuisines. Service was excellent and the waiters were genuinely happy to be doing their job. Highly recommended!

It's not entirely fair to judge a new restaurant on the basis of one meal, especially considering one whose offerings are fairly extensive and innovative. I would like to sample more of a menu that is actually unique in Manhattan. This Japanese-Peruvian hybrid delivers well-prepared and generally very tasty food. The service is friendly, but can be a little slow. The restaurant design is clean, contemporary and comfortable. Yet even though the tip is already included in the menu pricing, it can be pricey. Ceviches served in crispy shells were a solid start. The plump and crispy shrimp crab gyoza was very pleasing as well. The grilled kushiyaki of mini tomato wrapped in pork belly was just ok. For main courses, it’s hard not to enjoy the $26 Chicken Nanban, a deep fried breast served with quinoa and a pair of sauces, one black vinegar and another of “aji tartare.” And the $32 Yaki Soba Saltado de Mariscos was a delightful bed of crispy noodles covered by shrimp, clams, mussels and squid. I wish I could recall the beer we drank because it was fantastic, a reminder that they offer an impressive list of imported beers and inventive cocktails. With drinks, apps and mains, we managed to ring up a bill of about $100 per person. Sen Sakana is a welcome addition to midtown Manhattan to which I would happily return. Now I’m just hoping for a friend with an expense account to invite me.

Delicious food and drink. Good service. Special note...this is a non tipping restaurant. Nice to see that servers can earn livable wages for their hard work.

The cuisine is a wonderful blend of Japanese and Peruvian, both of which are seafood oriented, and the melding of flavors was wonderful. I am not a pork belly eater, but two people at the table ordered two different pork belly small plates. I tasted and was totally impressed. I had mixto ceviche, sashimi, and the asparagus side. Others had the chicken soup, shrimp crab gyoza, chicken livers, and the salmon belly. We all tasted and everything was delicious, perfectly prepared, and attractively served. It's a non-tipping restaurant and the service couldn't have been better. Same at the bar, where I had a perfectly prepared pisco sour (simple syrup greatly reduced).

The service here is superb and it is a non tipping restaurant with amazing food. Absolutely every dish was perfect in taste, presentation and priced reasonably. This was my second time coming and I would do it again. The drinks are also fun and snazzy. I had the blue crush and it had a great punch.

There are not many restaurants worthy of a long comfortable meal near the Yale Club and GCT. This newcomer offers delicious sushi, great Peruvian Nikkei dishes like the Chicken Nanban, and the wonderful pisco sours. The service was great and the ambience modern and softly lit. Our family of three loved our food and had a wonderful time

recommended by the hotel concierge. fantastic meal with impeccable service. the first "no tipping restaurant i have dined in.

Very interesting concept. Thoroughly enjoyed the meal. More Japanese which was better for me.. than I’d thought earlier. Ambience and service excellent

Went for dinner with my husband. The atmosphere is great, staff very helpful and knowledgeable. While I’m a sushi purist, this place is unique and should not be missed. The cirashi bowl with the added roast corn (ask for uni on it as well), the liver skewer (I know, I know, liver... but so tasty!) all grilled veggies, sexy sakana roll with caviar, mochi empanadas with green tea and lukuma... I want to eat there three times a week. They also make excellent cocktails, the Boulevardier was perfect.

The ambiance is upscale. The Peruvian Japanese fusion is really interesting . Loved their chicken wings which was very different as well as the why they serve edamame is original from other restaurants. The choice of entrees are awesome. The prices are not bad for NYC but what makes it a great value is the no tipping policy whether at the bar or having dinner. As to the waiters they are informed, polite and helpful. Great crowd and the view of the kitchen makes it that much better.

Nikkei cuisine, the Peruvian-Japanese mixture, sounds great. But for some reason, the payoff at Sen Sakana is not fully satisfying. Yes, the “addictive” cucumbers live up to their reputation, and a tuna tiradito nightly special featured multiple textures and flavors. But the chirashi was not amped up by the smattering of Peruvian accents. Traditional maki rolls were fine, but nothing beyond what you’d find at any mid-range sushi restaurant. Service was friendly, but there were unduly long delays between courses, even though the restaurant was less than half-full during our visit.

Great food, every course. Family of four very happy with the Japanese food with the occasional Peruvian twist. Super friendly staff and lively atmosphere.

Very creative Nikkei style meal. Great for sharing family style. Highly recommended and wouldn’t hesitate to return

This place is excellent. Love the cucumber Short ribs are sick and so is burger. Try quinoa chicken very good. Highly highly recommend

We went for the pre theatre prix fixe, it was very good. Mixture of Japanese and Peruvian cuisine. Apps tried were the croquettes and empanada, mains were Ton Katsu and Chicken Nanban everything wonderful and of course Lucuma ice cream for dessert. Service was excellent. Only thing I would recommend is to add South American wines to the list. How about a Sauvignon Blanc from the Casablanca Valley, a Carmenere from the Colchagua Valley and a Malbec from Mendoza?

This is an interesting place - kind of looks like it was a nightclub in a previously life and they played this funky fusion background music. But the food was very good. We loved the appetizers - eggplant grilled with miso, empanadas, beef brisket gyoza dumplings, fried tofu and crispy rice with tuna dip. My son had the Omakaze variety plate of sushi which he said was very good. Desserts were not as good and I would not order next time. Service was very good and our waitress was great.

I went in person to ask if they served dinner after Broadway and was told yes. I told them what show we were going to and they knew it ran to 9:45. We rushed after the show and arrived at 10:10. They said we’re closed and manager wouldn’t budge. Need to rewrite “New York New York”. Doesn’t stay awake as late as Milwaukee does.

We requested a quiet area, which the maitre d' provided us.The Quinoa salad ($16) was very good, as was the Gyoza ($15) which was excellent. The Ceviche Classico ($20) was average at best...but we are picky about ceviche, so others might think that it was good. The Yaki Soba ($32) was average and nothing special. The Hamachi Maki ($22) was excellent! The desert of Picaron Waffle ($14) was very good. The service by our waitress was excellent, but the service by those bringing the food to the table and those we could flag down, were lacking. Several times we had had to ask for serving spoons for the food. The wine we had, Guiberteau Samur ($69) was good, and they kept the wine cold which we asked for. All in all, some of the dishes were very good, a couple were disappointing. NOTE: Prices included service!

Worst service I have ever had, the managers in the photo called me and my friends animals! The food was mediocre as well

The fancy rolls were too crunchy and the fish portions were small. We spent $170 for two people and had five total glasses of wine. There is better sushi in Manhattan than here.

We tough this was a Japanese place but as soon s we sat down we found out it was fusion. Delicious food,nice scene. The rolls are absolutely amazing

Ok first we got lost in the rush, but Michael, the manager made up for it. I learned of this place via an ad on the screen in a taxi. Looked great so I went for it. We enjoyed the atmosphere and to get us started, the presentation of a hot towel is impressive little treat. You'll see when you get there. The appetizers were delicious. Especially the cucumber. We were thoroughly satisfied with our meal. We will be back each time we visit the city, which is about every 5 weeks. So happy I watched the ad and was lured by its story.

We were interested in trying Sen Sakana because we'd enjoyed Nikkei cuisine before. The space is large, but attractively designed. The shrimp-crab gyoza were tasty, as was the skewer of mushrooms wrapped in pork belly. The seafood yaki soba, however, was served with crisp noodles and not soba.

We had been in New York for5 nights when on the last night we found this place right next door to where we were staying in . If we had found it on the first day we would have eaten there every night. Absolutely blown away, flavours beyond imagination. Just sorry we couldn't eat anymore as all of the menu sounded great. Next time we fly from New Zealand to NYC it will be the first place we go to eat. We found some other great places as well but this was the best.

Restaurant accommodated our late reservation. Started service strong, but then slowed considerably due to many large holiday group tables. Some dishes outstanding (Halibut) some undercooked (mushrooms). Some food came after all were finished dinner.....waiter/kitchen forgot. Should have been taken off bill.

What a lovely surprise! Just round the corner from our hotel (Cassa). Quite difficult to spot from the street but a well designed, cosy, relaxed eating space. Food was amazing and waiter gave excellent recommendations. Pretty reasonably priced for the quality of food and service. The menu emphasises their no tipping policy which is very refreshing in New York!

This delightful Peruvian-Japanese (!) eatery offers excellent food, excellent helpful, friendly service, and a pleasing ambience, at reasonable prices. They had some nice music playing, too. What a find! I'm eager to go back and try more of their dishes.

Attentive service, wonderful drinks, so many things to choose from! We had 2 starters plus the edamame/corn dish- delicious! Then 2 special sushi rolls- the blending of Japanese tastes and Peruvian specials was great- very different and very very good! Recommend the tres dukes de leches dessert with matcha ice cream! We will definitely return!

Very impressed. The food was very creative, with an interesting mix of dishes. The ceviche had amazing flavours and was visually stunning, and the quinoa crusted chicken was amazing - so tasty! Service was great and I loved that it was a no-tipping restaurant, so that takes the guesswork out of tipping and both the front and back of house get compensated equitably. Highly recommend.

the fusion with Peru added a great edge to the sushi I found the service was very attentive No tipping restaurant Overall felt like extremely reasonable value and a great evening out

I was enticed by this Travelzoo offer and took a hance with this Nikkei-Peruvian restaurant in midtown Manhattan. Was interesed in the culinary fusión offer and the fact that they provide a no-tipping service. Well, the service was excellent alhough a bit slow because it was a very busy night. But the server took his time to explain to us in detail the contents of the menu. We ordered the less expensive glass of red wine which at 16$ was a bit high, but not for New York standards. The 'gyoza' appetizer was excellent, a very tasty dumpling cake. The ceviche was one of the best we have had. The wagu meat skewer was delicious. The sexy sen sakana sushi roll with tuna and avocado was one of the best we have ever tasted. We will go back to taste other offers in the menu.

Food is average and service was long and dreadful. Very strange for NYC. More offers around. Do not waste your time and money here

We were staying just down the street from Sen Sakana at The Algonquin. The concierge did say she had not been, but had received good reports. She did not get one from us after our dinner here. This was the most disorganised restaurant that I have dined at in a long time. At this price level, it was definitely the worst. Service was desperately slow from start to finish; it took about 15 minutes from the time we asked for the bill before we managed to finally pay. The bill arrived with a complimentary postcard that had been partly filled in by a previous patron. The place was busy, but there were lots of staff scurrying about, but not achieving much. At one point the sommelier opened door on a wine cabinet and blocked the aisle, searching to find the wine he was after. Meanwhile a customer was standing behind waiting to leave. It took several minutes and he searched three different wine fridges before he found the bottle he wanted. The drinks menu offered chilled sake by carafe, but our waiter could not tell me the size of the carafe. It turned out to be tiny: a minuscule amount for 18 bucks. The food was a mixture of traditional and fusion Japanese with a Peruvian influence according to the menu. It was decent food. The bill was USD 154 excluding a gratuity, which given the location, might have been acceptable but for the experience being something that might have happened at Fawlty Towers.

Who knew a fusion of Japanese and Peruvian food would be such a great combination? I guess the owner and chef at this restaurant did, and good thing, because it’s wonderful. We tried several dishes, and they all worked. Service was also great and the atmosphere was very attractive. Definitely worth a visit.

For a night ‘on the town ‘ we were a looking for a unique kosher dining experience … Boy did we find it ! Took the lead of our knowledgeable server & ordered delicacies from the unusual menu . ( Peruvian / Japanese fusion ? ) Highlights were Ceviche Nikkei & Dumpling Appetizers & Lomo Saltado traditional Beef & vegetable dish . Everything was bursting with flavor / refreshing / delicious & spiced just right . Will definitely return ASAP .

Went for dinner a couple of nights ago, Well there's not much to sat bar it was average across the board.To start with they declare themselves as a non-tipping restaurant which is fine but the service left a lot to be desired and I'm hoping that this wasn't part of the reason. Had the croquettes which were ok but a little dry and two skewers; both chicken- one the meatballs and the other deep fried with the green tea. I personally enjoyed both but my wife didn't like those with the tea. Following on we had the gyosa which was pretty good (without being outstanding) and then a California roll (which was very good). Still wanting more we had another chicken meatball and then I ordered the spicy tuna roll-again this was fine but not masterful in any way. All in all most things were good but that's about all I can say and with average service the overall experience for the money was average.

this japanese restaurant with a slight touch of Peru serves excellent food with a special taste. the atmosphere and design is nice. the service needs improvements, although the place was almost empty, when we were there for an early lunch. we'll check the next time!

Great experience EXCELLENT FOOD can’t say enough would be DEFINITELY returning very soon CEVICHE is very authentic was excellent

Solo female diner, very well looked after. Delicious meal. Big bottle of complementary sparking water was a bonus. And as a foreigner loved the "no tip" philosophy. Edemame were amazing!

Before moving to New Jersey I called Manhattan home for most of my adult life. I stay in a hotel once or twice a week now for business and this week a different hotel in a new neighborhood. I was tired and wanted close by when I scanned google and there I was. I usually sit at the bar/lounge of a place when I'm alone but it was jam packed. The hostess took me to a quiet table in the corner which was great. The food " Nikkei " cuisine which I dindnt know existed was incredible. Japanese-Peruvian Fusion. The staff matched the food and even though the place was crowded I felt like I had my own personal server. I was never treated like " the guy alone in the corner " and cant wait to visit the place again. By the way...as a professional interior designer I found the place beautiful, comfortable and low key elegant.

We had a tasting menu which was plenty! The food was interesting and satisfying. The staff was very attentive even though as far as I remember it was no tips restaurant!

Contemporary Japanese atmosphere, wonderful food combinations, trendy for sure. Service was excellent. A great place for a special meal.

Went there for lunch today. Very polite and efficient service. Then there's the menu, I had ceviche and sashimi. Just superb, an explosion of flavours. I love Japanese but add Peruvian flare and it's amazing. One of the best value lunches I've had in a very long time.

I had been here a few months ago. And need a place to meet with a client that we could talk quietly. We sat up in the upper sushi area that provided just what I needed to get some business done and enjoy a quality lunch. Food, staff were great and it is a”tip included” restaurant so when your doing business and the bill comes there is no hesitation in signing the ticket.

An early dinner at 5pm - the restaurant was very quiet but I was shown a dark table behind the welcome desk. After 20 minutes of hearing the loud conversation of the desk : complaints about the management, comments about guests and lots on their social life, I asked to move to another spot . After waiting another 10 minutes to get any service , I ordered Sushi omakase with sake and sparkling water - pretty simple. This restaurant has a no tip policy - no problem there , but it does have the effect that many of the waiters seem to make no effort to do any more than the minimum. One fair haired male waiter looked completely disinterested, bored even , and seemed to resent the guests and his colleagues - very strange. I had 3 waiters or none at all and my water glass was filled almost every time I took a sip . I was rushed along at every stage , it was almost that a solo diner was not welcome. All very sad because the food is very good, but I won’t be returning.

Amazing from start to finish! Started with cucumber dish and edamame that were both surprising delicious - crunch and salt with interesting flavors. Mains were also delicious and interesting. Robata steak, chicken, and cheese were amazing! We thought this was going to be the best, but I loved the noodles and shrimp. Oh, and the ceviche and tofu dishes were perfect. Hubby loved the chicken and rice. Kid liked the desserts the best. The mochi was tender but chewy in all the right ways and the chocolate was rich and dark in the ice cream.

Fusion Japanese Peruvian. It works!!! What an amazing dining experience. From ceviche, to the gyoza and the sushi rolls. Very well prepared and presented, fresh fish and great flavors. Wish they had this restaurant in my hometown. Oh and my pisco sour was good too! So happy we got reservations last minute ona Saturday.

I am a huge sushi diner and one of the things I needed to do in NYC was eat at a great sushi restaurant. At the recommendation of the bellman at the Sofitel, he lead us to Sen Sakana and we were quickly seated at lunch with no reservation, although they were very busy. The restaurant is beautiful. The maitre d was very kind and friendly. The busser was our favorite person who came to our table. (Wish he could have been our server!). Our server was nice, but seemed lost in his duties. We received our first course before our drinks. My husband ordered a bloody mary and was brought basically a white wine spritzer. We were told they did not have ingredients for a bloody mary, as he delivered a drink that was nothing that even resembled what my husband had ordered. Our friend ordered the same thing, but it took too long to bring him anything else, so he opted for no drink. The sushi quality was outstanding, but with very little flavors. The lack of service was the most disappointing. Patrons do not tip. It is included in the bill and with 4 people for lunch, only 3 had a drink, our bill was $200.00. We ordered 2 soups (they were very good) and 5 rolls, 1 order of empanadas (3 to an order, very good) and 6 pieces of nigiri (outstanding). Again, if service had been more efficient and more friendly, we would have maybe had a better experience. I think this restaurant could be amazing, but service needs to kick it up a notch.

130 dollars for eating nothings! The service was mediocre and the fish was gummy! What a shame ! Never ever Adios

The food was outstanding and Tiffany, our server, was amazing, informative and charming. Highly recommend!

Have traveled extensively for 30 years including many trips to Peru and Asia we looked forward to this so-called Peruvian Japanese restaurant. The portions were miniscule. The quality was poor. The bill came to well over$200 for three people. Yes It's New York. That's no excuse. Suggestion..... go somewhere else.

We decided to stop here for lunch on a whim, but we hadn't noticed beforehand that the restaurant doesn't have a special lunch menu. Only with the dishes in the "Main" category do you get soup, salad, etc. for an extra $12, otherwise the dishes are the same as on the normal menu. The quality of the fish was impeccable. However, charging $75 including tip and tax for a small ceviche and 8 more elaborate tuna maki as a starter from the menu as well as a Coke is very ambitious. To meet this standard, the service should not knock over water bottles on the table and bring the ordered type of Coke on the first try.

Have not yet tried the Japanese side of the menu yet. Dinner menu is more complete than the set lunch menu just as you would expect. The traditional ceviche would be solidly among the better ones in Lima, an exceedingly high standard to achieve. The anticuchos are faithful to the Peruvian recipe an executed well which is a rare delight. The service is as it should be in a good restaurant, attentive but not smothering. The service is included, there is no tipping, the price is what you pay. The traditional pisco sour (not on the menu) is a reward, tastes fantastic, Try something new and order the Lucuma ice cream for desert. I've been for dinner with my wife once and returned twice for business lunches. Excellent restaurant.

Inventive menu well executed. Wonderful and helpful service. Look forward to returning and trying more dishes.

If you are looking for an great NY restaurant that won't break the bank, Sen Sakana is it! The sushi is beautifully presented and prepared, the service friendly but proper and the atmosphere is upbeat. Best of all, the tip is included in the bill! This was our most economical dinner and we left feeling sated and wishing we had another night to return. Do not miss this gem!

We went for a late night dinner. The restaurant did not disappoint. The staff were very friendly . The food was amazing. I have had Peruvian styled dishes before and these were one of the best. The sushi rolls were fresh and delicious. The desserts are home made so leave room. Highly recommend

Delicious and inventive blend of Japanese and Peruvian flavours. We walked into Sen Sakana without a booking after a broadway show and our party of six was seated immediately. The service and food were excellent and we really appreciated the free round of sake at the end of the night. The black chicken wings were especially good.

Beautiful restaurant, impeccable service, delicious food. We hosted a private corporate event here and it was executed perfectly with great attention to detail. We will definitely be back.

We walked past this restaurant yesterday and wanted to try it out. So glad we did. The food was excellent and the stand out dish was definitely the ceviche. Lovely host who answered all our questions about the menu as not everything was familiar, so don’t be afraid to ask if you don’t know what something is. Will be back!

Great place! Happy with my valentine day selection. Restaurant is sleek and modern, not dark as so many places. Nice bar, good seating arrangements, not too snobby. As for the food, it was very good, some traditional flavor mixed with exotic cooking, love it! Service was great too: sorry I did not catch the name on our young waiter with the "man bun", he did a great job. Among Our favorites ; lobster ceviche, the traditional ceviche, the anticucho, the seafood "bake" ( forgot the name) and the special valentine dessert which was excellent. Definitely recommended. And we love the no tip concept! $100 pp. But they also have a $49 prix fixe

I loved this place. Wonderful drink menu for Happy Hour and beyond. Creative menu offerings. Attentive, friendly servers (Roberto was ours). A wonderful place to hangout, people-watch, unwind, and dine/drink. Would definitely go back!

Went here for happy hour with my sister, we totally loved it! Food and drinks with discount. Went back in the evening for dinner. Our waiter was Sergio and he was so kind and helpful. The food was delicious. Recommend everybody to go to this nice place and enjoy the delicious food.

Had early dinner before theatre on Wed night. Tried fried tofu, Japanese eggplant, beef skewers, and dumplings for starters. Quinoa crusted chicken and fried quinoa with beef for mains. Mousse desert and apple tart. Also some house wine. All delicious, tasty, different. Service by Quan was impeccable. Maitre D Michael was very helpful in seating us in bar area and making sure all was going smooth so we could make our theatre time. Pricey but worth it Upscale crowd , great location off TImes Sq near theatres, very nice experience overall. Will be back.

We were recommended to this restaurant by the hotel concierge and it was a great spot. Peruvian Japanese was an unusual mix but the food was well cooked - my chicken was delicious- the potato salad a little solid but the service was great and the sparkling water and Pisco sour came complimentary- a nice touch,

Five of us met for the $9 happy hour cocktails at the bar @ 5:30pm. We had 3 different bills at the bar- two paid with cash and one credit card before we were seated for dinner. At dinner we asked for 3 bills and ordered off the menu. Overall the food was delicious particularly the chicken curry empanada, arugula and quinoa salad, fish burger, Peruvian cheese wrapped in pork belly, and sirloin lomo salado. Dishes came out slowly. We had to ask the waitress for our checks@ 7:15pm- She came with the check and said we had not paid for 2 cocktails- we has paid cash before we left the bar and had not received a receipt. Took several minutes of going back and forth to the bar- until the bar person remembered I had given him $20 for the $18 drink charge. The waitress had to be reminded that we needed our checks as we needed to leave by 7:30pm to make an 8pm show. For future visits need to get a receipt at the bar when paying cash and keep reminding the wait person about time of departure.

it was very Japanese exelent resturant , service is fine you can follow me in instagram @drmubariz, thanks a lot

Many people are not familiar with Peruvian cuisine, but this menu will give you an entire education in one dinner. It is a difficult call whether this is a Peruvian Restaurant with Japanese influences or the other way around, both are well represented with very fresh, high quality ingredients. Whether you want a full multi-course experience or just tapas-like meals, sushi or sharing, the menu covers it all. One of the best new restaurants Midtown.

We did not even know there was Peruvian Japanese food! We were walking past and decided to try it. It was very good. Our only mistake was in not asking how much the Sake was when we were getting a bottle and it turned out to be $72. However, it was very good too. We will definitely be going back. Everyone was friendly and the food was terrific.

Service was excellent, very helpful staff, pleasant atmosphere and the food was even better. Definitely worth the visit.

Stopped here on the way from grand central to the theater district . Lunch menu was just what we were looking for . Fusion Peruvian/ Japanese food . Tasty and great service

Food is excellent! Service was friendly and efficient. Have eaten here many times and would definitely recommend

I hadn't been to this place before, even though it's on one of my favorite blocks, 44th between 5th and 6th. I don't know if it's new, or I just missed it these years. It was absolutely what I consider a "find". Peaceful, elegant, and some of the best sushi I've had in NYC (which is saying a lot as I eat sushi at least once a week). The bar looks wonderful too, although I was in the main dining room. It's a "no tipping" restaurant, fyi. I'll be back again and again.

We were staying at the Sofitel, and had dinner at Sen Sakana out of convenience, as it is right in front of the hotel. Accordingly, we had little expectations. However we were very positively surprised. The food is creative and delicious. The atmosphere cozy, elegant and contemporary, and the service impeccable. Last, but not least, prices are fair.

What a great lunch perfect atmosphere and service And no hassle with the tip it’s included!!! Eat out all the time but this place is a real treat. I’ll be back for dinner soon

A quiet place, with amazing service while it is a no-tip-restaurant, complementary sparkling water and green tea, fresh ingredients, and a surprising cuisine combining Japanese and Peruvian cultures ! I consider myself a gourmet, and truly enjoyed it. Actually I shared the address with my anew York friends already.

OMG! We have been to Sen Sakana a few times but ..as most people do .. we chose the same dish because we enjoyed it so much but this time we just looked at the apps. We were so happy we did ! Give this a try. Peruvian edamame Addictive cucumber Mushroom empanada Crispy potato shrimp Spicy tuna & Yuzu scallops And desert!! Picaron waffle & icecream ( dam this was good!) There was a party going on in my mouth!!! It was enough food for both of us and allowed us to try their creative offerings.

Really outstanding food built for sharing by a group. Very good value considering there is no tipping. Only mild criticism is that the menu is large and a bit intimidating and our waitress could have helped us more in navigating the options. (Hard to tell which items are built for sharing, how big the plates are, etc.). One other tip - check the prices of liquor before ordering. Our glasses of wine cost $20 each which was not justified by the quality-- if we had known that we would have ordered something else. Nonetheless a really great experience with inventive, unique and really tasty food.

The food at Sensa Kana is really good. However, the seating in the restaurant is limited. Some tables only offer a view of the wall or the dishwashers. The service is OK, but not perfect. It is freezing cold in the restaurant, so you need a jacket. The overall experience at Sensa Kana just doesn't match the very high price you end up paying.

Simply put, this is by the worst meal I've had in NY (at any price point). The food was literally inedible. My group ordered a wide assortment of dishes, from beef heart skewers to sushi rolls. In fact, it's almost impressive that they could serve such bad food in such a wide assortment of cuisine. The pinnacle of this debacle of a meal was the special fish of the night, a terribly cooked smelly piece of fish. Only thing I ate that was enjoyable were the shoshito peppers. Sushi roll was worst I've had ever. A 15 dollar sushi special at any midtown lunch place is substantially better then this place. Even the 18 dollar cocktail I ordered that the barkeep recommend was gross. I will say the staff was nice/attentive and I liked that gratuity was included, but that could not save this place from a one star review.

Best sushi I have ever had! very unique flavor combination of Japanese and Peruvian cuisine; this place just opened up and exhibited at the event expo; I have a strong feeling this restaurant will easily become one of the most popular places to dine in NYC

Loved the food and cocktails - so yummy. Everyone was friendly and welcoming too. Perfect post - theatre experience.

Overpriced and Small Portions. Let’s start with the positive - the service is very good. Now for the negatives - I know this is NYC but the prices are excessive and the portions are very small. We started with the Tuna Tower - smallest tower I have ever seen, definitely missing a couple of floors. Less of a tower than a one story cape. And not much Tuna on the one story building. The sashimi and rolls were ok but about half the size of any other sushi restaurant I have ever been to. Whatever you do, don’t order a bowl of rice on the side. This small bowl of white rice was TEN DOLLARS!!! Seriously beyond criminal to charge that much for a small bowl of rice. This in itself is enough for me never to return to this restaurant.

We were 5 in our group, so we ordered a bunch of dishes. The causes were awful,the arroz al nortena flavorless, tiraditos were acceptable, sushi not too good.Furthermore, the the service was disorganized and not too professional.On top of everything had to wait at least 15 minutes to process the card payment.A perfunctory apology from the manager (clearly not interested in really apologizing). .

Admittedly, being from Toronto, where we have any number of wonderful and inexpensive Japanese restaurants, I am biased. That being said, while the dishes I ordered were delicious and creative, the portions were very small, and overpriced. Extensive wine list, but also overpriced. The good: Staff were very friendly, and service efficient. Bad: loud, very odd music which certainly did not seem to suit the ambiance in this restaurant.

We originally made reservations at Barnea, but after being treated very poorly there, we left without being seated, and went to Sen Sakana. The staff tried very hard to accommodate us though we did not have a reservation, and they were super busy. Food was great, staff was great, ambiance was super and a special thanks to Alberto and Katia who were professional, kind and wonderful! Definitely a great place!

Why do restaurants always make the lighting so dim? Seeing beautifully plated dishes are party and parcel of any dining experience. This is a no-tip restaurant. Anyway, my friend and I were promptly seated. I started with the yamitsuki cucumber. I make my own cold dish cucumber so I had to try this. It was very good, the roasted quinoa adds a nice crunch. My friend ordered the pork-buta queso cremoso. Too bad it's one skewer with only 3 bite size pieces. For our mains, I went with the washu skirt steak with tacu tacu. The rice was a bit cold and fused together like yesterday's fried rice. I had the steak medium well but it's more like medium. It was so dark I couldn't really tell the color. My friend ordered the andes yama maki. I'm not a raw fish fan but she said the ratio of fish, filling to rice is perfect. We were offered green tea but oddly only one cup was provided to my friend. Is green tea not offered to those not eating raw fish??? For dessert, I went with the picaron waffle and my friend the pisco tres leche. In my opinion, the dessert didn't live up to the type. Service was attentive, but please, turn on the lights a little so people can see what they're eating...

We enjoyed our dinner at Sen Sakana. The food was fresh and presented very beautifully on every plate. The mix of flavors and spices is very creative. Service needs to be more attentive, water glasses filled in a timely matter and flatware replaced when necessary. The no tipping policy is great as long as staff provides the service they are being tipped for. The bar area is very welcoming.

Liked everything we ordered. Cool layout. The wait staff and manager were really friendly and conversational despite being busy. Definitely recommend it. This is a no-tip restaurant, just fyi.

The meal was amazing, everything we ordered was great, we also had vegetarians with us, and their food was great too. The cocktails are amazing. The service is impeccable and with a smile, very attentive. And to TOP it all off, they do not accept any tips, no gratuity allowed, this is the way restaurants should be run. The staff are paid by the restaurant. NYC restaurants should follow this trend. I will definitely be visiting this place again, several times.

We went here for an early lunch and got plenty of attention when we arrived, as I think they might have wanted to get us out so they could seat more customers afterwards. Unfortunately for them, we didn’t want to rush, so the service dropped off drastically. It even took an age to attract the waiter’s attention to get the bill. Nevertheless, the food was excellent , albeit expensive, but this is NewYork.

Sen Sakana was a nice surprise, tasty Contemporary mix of Japanese Peruvian culinary journey from Cevise to Sushi. Great selection of dishes, tempting specials and a great atmosphere Loved it

Great sushi full of flavors and with a twist. It was beautifully presented and really tasty. We had to order another batch it was so good.

We stopped in for dinner S it was close to our hotel and we were not disappointed! The food was excellent and the staff were helpful! We need to give a huge shout out to Timothy the manager! He went out of his way to help us find a pub in New York that was showing the Calgary Flames vs Colorado in game 1 of the playoffs! We went to the pub he recommended and had a great time! Thanks so much Timothy! We won't forget your kindness and hope to one day get back to New York to visit your fantastic restauraunt!

Sen Sakana has a terrific ambiance and kind staff. The interior is sleek with Asian influences, mood lighting, and formality without pretense; this makes it a versatile choice for a pleasant lunch/dinner, impressing a date, or a business meeting. My wife is Japanese, and this was our first time trying Nikkei food. We ordered their signature cocktails; great options to choose from and the bartender made them strong. As for the food, we ordered the Quinoa Chaufa and Oyakodon Chicken. Both were a fantastic blend of Japan and Peru. I particularly recommend the Quinoa Chaufa; a terrific blend of Japanese-style pork with Peruvian quinoa. If you want to spread your wings in the NY dining scene, this is the perfect spot to start with a more culturally authentic form of fusion. And like all gratuity included restaurants in NYC, the service was just as good or better than those with gratuity. I strongly recommend!

Drinks are affordable here thanks to the restaurant's 24/7 Happy Hour. Next time I'm in Manhattan, will definitely come back here.

The edamame was really interesting with Peruvian corn mixed in. We got several sushi rolls and they were all really good. My husband got chicken soup which he liked a lot. He also ordered a chocolate ice cream dessert which he liked. 🤷🏻‍♀️

Truly one of the best meals I have had in a long time in New York, our hometown. As my wife said, there was nothing we had that we couldn’t eat every week. We started with a Midnight Oil cocktail with some flames rosemary pinned to the rim, and a lovely, unfiltered sake, along charred and slightly spicy roasted edamame. We then had the homemade tofu with large ribbons of dried bonito, ikura and avocado, and the beatifically presented ceviche classico with roasted corn, and a piquant marinade of lime and red onion. And then we moved onto a delicious seared yellowtail sushi roll followed by one amazing crispy chicken skin yakitori skewer and an amazing buttered Japanese sweet potato.

Reading about the peanut butter fat washed Blue Suede Shoes cocktail is what got us to visit the restaurant. The cocktail did not disappoint. The Shishito Peppers with Bonito Flakes were a perfect accompaniment to the cocktails. The Shrimp Crab Gyoza was delicious. The Deep Fried Pork Loin was a bit of a disappointment, bland tasting compared to the other plates. The service was attentive. The restaurant also goes out of their way to make the dining experience pleasant - there is a no tipping policy and sparkling water is complimentary. The tables are well spaced.

This restaurant was within steps of our hotel. We were looking for a nice restaurant to have dinner for a birthday celebration. No reservations were required. We found a true gem in this restaurant. The service was great as were the food and cocktails. Tipping is not required, but with such great service, how could you not. I will definitely eat at this restaurant the next time I visit New York, as once is not enough.

It was not terrible, no. But when the description is to be "Nikkei" and you know how good it is and then you get what we got...The server basically did not really explain anything and he talked so fast you could hardly follow. After asking him to slow down he just brought the menu for me to read...WTF? The "La Sour" (an interpretation of Pisco Sour) was pretty insipid. The appetizers - fried yucca croquettes with huancaina sauce and chicken soup were ok in taste. However, the 5 yucca croquettes were ridiculous mini in size (especially for the price). The interpretation of the "lomo saltado" (filet + fries + veggies + rice) did not taste bad either, but it had a significant amount of glutamate (judging by the typical headache the next day). Finally, the thing I was expecting to be really really good, the dessert - "picarones" (dough made of sweet potatoes and pumpkin) waffle with gelato - disappointed a little less than the other dishes...but was not memorable either. Unfortunately, this is an example of something that usually is great food executed in a poor manner. A pity, a real pity.

Average food. Average service. Bill for 2 adults and 2 children was $360. We are normally happy to pay for quality and good service. The Tuna appetiser was good, other than the pieces of avocado skin in my dish. The sushi Ocean Trio was average. We poured our own wine. Tiramisu had no coffee and was a cream and chocolate cake. Overall, ok but not the quality or service I would expect for price, but ok and if you need kosher food it appears to be fully aligned to that.

It's in the heart of the city you should expect to pay for the great food. It's also a no tip restaurant, so the prices on the menu compensate for that. The waiter was great in recommending items on the menu and how many plates would fill us. We had ceviche dish that included roasted corn, a wagyu skewer, pork belly over quinoa and side of avocado. Everything was fantastic and my wife and I will be back.

Some of the most amazing sushi I have tasted-a combination of oriental and South American cuisine goes into some of these bite size delights. Fresh sushi grade fish used to tantalize the pallet with sauces inspired by the Inca's gods themselves. Traditional sushi is readily available. Every dish beautifully presented. But do not stop there, having a party, call on Carmen to organizing an off premise event, even with a sushi creation demonstration.

We were a group of 12. Part of our meal had been pre-selected and the Main was personal choice. The combo of Japanese with Peruvian influence made for innovative choices. Standout was chicken curry empanada and tofu garnished with salmon roe and avocado. For my main I selected traditional sushi that was high quality. One of my dinner partners had Quinoa chaufa, pork belly over quinoa a more interesting choice. The restaurant is Japanese sleek. Great when you want a food adventure

Sen Sekana was conveniently a few doors down from our hotel, The Royalton, and it was a wet October evening - so we decided local was a good option! The restaurant is nicely designed and lit and we received a warm welcome. The menu offered a $49 per head 4-course prix fixe and 30% off wines by the bottle, so we hoped for a good value evening! We were not disappointed with the food (all well prepared and seasoned) and enjoyed a decent burgundy, to boot!

I run into this place before the Broadway show last night. My friend and I were thrilled with a such an attentive service. The bartender made my drink based on my description and it was perfect! We had some appetizers that were absolutely delicious. And I came back tonight with another friend. My friend and i came for the happy hour (it's true that it is a greatest one in NYC). I was once again so pleased with the food and drinks choices. Great location to meet your friends after work. Do not foget the best happy hour in NYC! I will certainly come back. Thank you the managers and the staff!

We were on our way to Grand Central Terminal and interested in something "different". We happened upon Sen Sakana, a fusion of Peruvian and Japanese cuisines, based on the introduction of Japanese farmers to Peru in the late 19th century. We had just been to Peru, so "causa" and "chauf" were familiar to us, like ceviche. So, the food was great, service was perfect, the ambiance "cool" and friendly. Could not be happier with the dining experience. No tipping, as the staff is paid a proper wage!

I’ve been here a few times for different occasions. Sometimes just hanging with friends and other times for business dinners. I love the food here, everything is excellent, from their empanadas to their sushi and skewers. And it’s great that they have a no tipping policy. The ambience is very comfortable and noise level allows you to talk without shouting. Service is generally very good, but last night was the exception. Our waiter just could not be found. We waited 20 minutes to order, and it also took a while to get the check. When our sushi arrived, we had to ask for soy sauce and dipping dishes. Maybe it was just an off night, since it was Monday.

Went there last night with friends, the setting is beautiful, very modern and trendy. The music is not too loud which is something I personally value since you have so many places in New York that are incredibly noisy! The food is Peruvian fusion Japanese nikei so you will have sushis, ceviche, quinoa dishes. Everything we ordered was very good, I recommend the nikei ceviche if you like raw fish and the Chafua quinoa rice. For dessert the chocolate matcha cake was great! The service is efficient and helpful, you get complimentary still or sparkling water as well. Also the tip is already included.

A very odd combination of Peruvian and Japanese fare! Needed a small bite and this was close to our hotel. Walked in and we were seated right away. Service was amazing and the food was as well. We had two orders of the shrimp crab gyoza (ordered the second because they were so good), upon recommendation, had the Torched salmon Ceviche - so much flavor!! Peruvian Cheese wrapped in pork belly -wow. (will try to replicate at home) Honestly a great place to dine. I would go again!

All 5 of us had sudado de mariscos which is a ramen with halibut. Took a really long time... so we ordered another round of drinks which then took another 15 minutes and arrived After the food. Ramen was tasteless and fish overcooked. Worst meal we had in a long time. Really disappointing. And expensive to boot.

Went for an early New Year dinner. Very pleasant overall from all perspectives. And even reasonably priced. Not a once in a lifetime experience but I would recommend it particularly if you are in the area

Plenty of seating with the possibility of large single groups. We had dumplings, chicken wings, nigiri, along with the chicken, egg and green rice. The wine list was good. It’s odd that the music is contemporary and the restaurant is a blend of Japanese and Peruvian, which seems like an unusual combination, but it’s the second restaurant I’ve been in recently with that mix. Small range of interesting deserts. Would we go again, most definitely!

This is a Japanese /Peruvian restaurant. Great decor and nice atmosphere and very good and friendly service. They have a very interesting menu and the food is good! Prices are OK specially considering that tip is included in all prices. Recommended!!!

in a city where mediocre food can be surprisingly expensive ,Sen Sakana stood out as a place of very good quality Japanese Peruvian fusion at not exhorbitant prices It is a modern room , the staff attentive and friendly. the best feeling when you leave a place happy ,content but not having overeaten too large portions and agreeing that the prawn. chicken and beef dishes were all very good without anything to criticise; having tried some other nearby establishments I would have been better off returning

We (party of 6) stopped in here for lunch as the restaurant has overall good reviews, but the food was all average to way below average. In particular, I got their sea bass burger which I would clearly compare poorly to a fast-food fish sandwich. The patty was mostly bread crumbs, and the little fish in there was spoiled, and the entire thing was room temperature. None in our party was impressed with their meals, and 5 disliked theirs. The restaurant does not post prices on their website because they are essentially double what you would expect for even a fine dining establishment. Bowls of ramen for over $40. Also, one of the wait staff was coughing her brains out in the bathroom. She was clearly very ill. We only stayed because we wanted to give the restaurant a chance, but we feel very burned.

The appetizers were very good to great. The entrees were so so. The Beef Dumplings ( Gyosa) ($18) were excellent as was the eggl=plant ($16), & the Ceviche Nikkei ($26) was very good. The Hamachi Maki and Spicy, SMG & Crunchie each at $25 were OK but not great. The saki @ $18 for small carafe was good. Service was good. Tables were very close together, definitely not socially distanced.

In NY for a stop over in way to Tampa - looked for a Japanese restaurant - came across Sen Sakana on W44th street - was intrigued by the Japanese / Peruvian combination and description of the food Delighted with my choice - sat at the bar - and ordered a glass of Terrazze Etna to start and to accompany my reading of the menu - many of the combinations were completely new to me so I decided to experiment Started with a Ceviche Nikkei - torched salmon with lime and a mixture of accompanying vegetables like red onion and crunchy kernels - I am not doing it justice here however the blend of tastes was excellent I then moved further into the unknown with an order of Acevichado Makin with an addition of crispy quinoa on top - this role was outstanding with avocado, scallops and a super combination of other ingredients including sweet potato - the crispy quinoa on top is an added but it should be part of the dish as it brought what was really good to the next level - the bar team advised me that this was already one of their most popular dishes - no surprise there I decided to finish not with a desert which they tell me are excellent but to try a couple of Robata skewers - I choose the Chi Ken skin and chicken livers with sweet Japanese potatoes and accompanying quinoa and sauces - whilst they were very good in my view they were not in the same high class / quality as the other courses - do not be misled they were very good just surpassed by the previous excellence Nice added touch during the meal was get a taste of a new whiskey based cocktail which was infused with dried fish flakes - very good and unusual This was a thoroughly enjoyable and tasty experience - the menu is extensive and you can get the business as usual sushi and sashimi but my recommendation is to explore this unusual combination of food cultures Tip - whilst not too busy I expect at this quality and in this location it will get very busy so book If they keep the quality up then this will be a well deserved winner and addition to the NY eating scene Photos below

I have eaten in Japanese restaurant around the world and SenSakana is one of the best we have eaten at. What is unique is that this is a Peruvian Japanese kitchen which put out unbelievable platings. Some were works of art and the spice blends made for delicious flavorful meal and menu choices we have not seen in manhattan. It is a pretty space and offers a few different areas to dine that changes the atmosphere you can dine in. The bar is lively & smart looking and sound level is what is expected. The main dining area is airy and softly lit and had bamboo hanging "cloud" lights with rice paper. The next level up a few stairs is the sushi bar area if that is what you are in the mood for including tables or sitting at the prep area bar. As you go further in through a darker corridor you enter a more traditional Japanese ambience and quieter for conversation. And .. going thru two sliding bamboo rice paper doors you enter another area that can be used for parties or corporate meetings. Very pretty too with reds and soft hue lighting. I noticed that they have this room wired with a hidden motorized screen and smart video capabilities. My wife and I love this new addition to our restaurant choices in the city. Thinking of having our company holiday party here.

Nikkei cuisine, a blend of Peruvian and Japanese influences, was new to us. The recently opened restaurant, located between Grand Central and the theater district, was recommended by a friend whose office is on 44th. What a find! Fantastic menu, well prepared, professionally served, all in a beautiful space, with a fantastic Latin playlist in the background. We loved everything about it. The seemingly high entree prices included the gratuity (no tipping policy),and our meals included a salad and a choice of two delicious soups. There are many Nikkei dishes on the menu that will be a first for me, so I look forward to our next NYC road trip to try one.

I went here twice on a business trip. Both times the food was excellent. The fish was fresh, well-presented and decent-sized portions. I won't say the service was perfect: the waiter made a couple of mistakes, including bringing the wrong dish and getting drinks orders incorrect. But the quality of the food means even if this blip, it's still five stars for me. It's not cheap at all. It cost $250 for two people (regular menu, not omakase). Even with this, it's five stars.

Refined Peruvian Japanese food nicely executed. Service was attentive but not over the top. I wish I can bring my family but it's a shame that they don't have high chairs.

good ambiance. hip vibe. food is outstanding. sashimi delicious with good selection. the peruvin dishes are creative and delicious. different and good wine list. also good sake selection. service good with pleasnt waiters.

Fantastic sushi destroyed by horrible service. Never have a dined so formidably where the food was served by staff that was so incompetent but also rude and unhelpful. Everything is impossible everything is difficult. We are supposed to be honored be be guests here.

We had a very good experience at the restaurant. Wonderful fusion of Japanese and Peruvian cuisine. We did not have enough time to try omakase; we will certainly try that on our next visit. I ordered prix fixes and my husband a la carte. Enjoyed warm soup. With regard to main dish choice for prix fixe, I wonder if it is possible to include robatayaki choice. Or do you have robatayaki omakase? Onigiri was excellent ... unassumingly simple rice ball has turned into fine delicacy. My husband enjoyed non-flour based (was it Taro) waffle. Service was very attentive. Hope to return soon.

It's a bit noisy for my liking but the food is so flavorful and delicious. Best to order small plates so you can try out different dishes. I have been to Peru so I know what kind of flavors to expect in the food. I was a bit disappointed with the Washu Beef Flap (comes from the same area as flank steak) small plate from the Skewer section of the menu, which is why I gave a very good instead of excellet overall rating. This $18 steak was very chewy! I wouldn't order that on my next visit. Everything I enjoyed: Chicken Empanada, Buta Shimeji Robata, Kawa Robata, Quinoa Chaufa, Sexy Sen Roll.