Kappo Masa

Name: Kappo Masa
Address: 976 Madison Avenue, New York, NY, United States, 10075
Telephone: (212) 906-7141
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.6

4.6

630 Reviews

$50 and over

Japanese

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2 people

23 Nov 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 13 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Good for business meals
Innovative

Located at 976 Madison Avenue below the Gagosian Gallery. Kappo Masa is a collaboration between renown chef Masayoshi "Masa" Takayama and art dealer, Larry Gagosian. Kappo Masa offers a dining experience that is sophisticated yet relaxed, featuring fresh, modern Japanese cuisine.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Japanese, Sushi
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:30 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(212) 906-7141
Website
http://kappomasanyc.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Masayoshi Takayama known as "Masa"
Private party facilities
Private room available upon request.

Location
976 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10075
Area
Upper East Side
Cross Street
76th Street
Parking details
Public parking garage located at 35 E. 75th St. between Park & Madison Avenues.
Public transit
6 train to 77th St
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Kappo Masa Omakase
USD 350.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Reserve a seat at the Kappo Masa counter for an Omakase featuring a menu highlighting seasonal Japanese flavors, curated by Michelin-star Chef Masa Takayama. Available only at the sushi counter for the entire party. Most dietary restrictions may be accommodated. *Omakase experience reservations are for counter seats only, and not transferable to table seating.*

Chicken Dumpling with CilantroUSD 26.00
Hot or Cold Soba TempuraUSD 34.00
EdamameUSD 14.00
Miso NasuUSD 21.00
Roasted Uni Custard in Half ShellUSD 48.00
- With Summer TruffleUSD 58.00
Shrimp Tempura with VegetablesUSD 34.00
Sauteed SpinachUSD 18.00
Spicy Dancing ShrimpUSD 29.00
Kari Kari Fried ChickenUSD 24.00
Peking Duck Foie Gras TacosUSD 32.00
Beef JujuUSD 46.00
Beef Sukiyaki w/ Seared Foie GrasUSD 50.00
Robata ChickenUSD 32.00

Soup

Nameko Tofu Miso SoupUSD 12.00

Hibachi Grill

Beef SkewersUSD 32.00
Pork RibsUSD 30.00
Asparagus Goma AeUSD 20.00
Cod Miso ButterUSD 42.00
Soy Chicken WingsUSD 24.00
Masa Rib Eye SteakUSD 120.00
Japanese A5 Ohmi Wagyu Tataki w/ Summer TruffleUSD 180.00
Shishito PeppersUSD 16.00

Rice Dishes

Mushroom Fried RiceUSD 32.00
Beef Fried RiceUSD 38.00
Duck Fried Rice with Foie GrasUSD 45.00
Lobster Fried RiceUSD 48.00

Surimi Pasta

no gluten 100% seafood noodle

Shrimp Pasta Chili Spicy TomatoUSD 38.00
Surimi BottargaUSD 35.00
Surimi Shrimp PappardelleUSD 55.00

Dinner Omakase

15 - 18 pieces (available at sushi counter only) $245

Sushi and Sashimi

Toro, Fatty Tuna, Boston Blue FinUSD 24.00
Akami, Lean Tuna, Boston Blue FinUSD 12.00
Sake, Salmon, New Zealand KingUSD 10.00
Hirame, Fluke, Kyushu, JapanUSD 11.00
Tai, Sea Bream, Kyushu, JapanUSD 11.00
Kinmedai, Golden Eye Snapper, Chiba, JapanUSD 11.00
Hamachi, Yellowtail, Niigata, JapanUSD 11.00
Shimaaji, Island Jack Fish, Wakayama, JapanUSD 11.00
Kampachi, Amber Jack, Shikoku Island, JapanUSD 10.00
Saba, Japanese Mackerel, Oita, JapanUSD 11.00
Uni, Sea Urchin, Hokkaido, JapanUSD 36.00
Tarabagani, King Crab, AlaskaUSD 16.00
Shiro Ika, Squid w/ Salt & Yuzu Zest, Kyushu, JapanUSD 10.00
Anago, Sea Eel w/ Salt & Yuzu Zest, Nagasaki, JapanUSD 11.00
Unagi, Fresh Water Eel, Kyushu, JapanUSD 13.00
Ikura, Salmon Roe, Hokkaido, JapanUSD 10.00
Tobiko, Flying Fish Roe, Hokkaido, JapanUSD 9.00
Amaebi, Sweet Shrimp, Hokkaido, JapanUSD 19.00
Summer Truffle Ball, ItalyUSD 42.00

Rolls

Masa "Toro Toro"USD 79.00
Spicy Tuna with Green ChiliUSD 28.00
Yellowtail ScallionUSD 26.00
ShrimpUSD 25.00
- Lobster TempuraUSD 49.00
Alaskan King Crab California Roll w/ TobikoUSD 39.00
Seared Salmon with Avocado and Crispy FlakesUSD 24.00
Tuna with AvocadoUSD 23.00
Creamy Miso Tofu with AvocadoUSD 19.00
Grilled Maitake w/ Summer TruffleUSD 29.00
Avocado CucumberUSD 18.00
Grilled or Tempura AsparagusUSD 22.00
Unagi AvocadoUSD 49.00
Toro CaviarUSD 280.00
Kanpachi PotatoUSD 35.00
Sweet Shrimp Uni SutomakiUSD 52.00

Summer Cocktails

HeatUSD 24.00
jalapeño infused vodka, fresh lime, muddled cucumber
Cucumber in a Rice FieldUSD 25.00
sake, vodka, japanese cucumber
Numero ZeroUSD 26.00
mezcal, absinthe, lime juice, crème de violette, chartreuse
Art BasilUSD 28.00
tequila, basil, strawberry, yuzu, lemon
DaybreakUSD 30.00
grapefruit vodka, giffard pamplemousse, grapefruit granité

Non-Alcoholic Drinks

Free SpiritUSD 15.00
Pomegranate juice, lychee purée, mint
Tom DandyUSD 15.00
Yuzu, ginger ale, lemon syrup

Beer

Hitachino White AleUSD 15.00
AsahiUSD 15.00
Sapporo LagerUSD 15.00
Echigo Rice LagerUSD 15.00

Wine by the Glass

Sparkling

Champagne, Bollinger Special Cuvée Brut NV
- GlassUSD 45.00
- BottleUSD 180.00
Champagne, Billecart Salmon Rosé Brut NV
- GlassUSD 55.00
- BottleUSD 220.00

White

Etna Bianco, Benanti, Sicily, Italy 2020
- GlassUSD 20.00
- BottleUSD 80.00
Sancerre, Florian Mollet, Loire, France 2019
- GlassUSD 30.00
- BottleUSD 120.00
Chardonnay, Lynmar, Sonoma, California 2018
- GlassUSD 28.00
- BottleUSD 112.00
Chablis, Domaine Laroche, Burgundy, France 2021
- GlassUSD 35.00
- BottleUSD 140.00

Rosé

Côtes de Provence, Peyrassol, France 2021
- GlassUSD 20.00
- BottleUSD 80.00

Red

Saint-Amour, Château de Lavernette, France 2015
- GlassUSD 20.00
- BottleUSD 85.00
Rioja Reserva, Altos Ibéricos, Spain 2015
- GlassUSD 25.00
- BottleUSD 100.00
Pinot Noir, Camille Giroud, Savigny 1er Cru 2019
- GlassUSD 30.00
- BottleUSD 120.00
Cabernet/Merlot, Cain Concept, Napa Valley 2013
- GlassUSD 45.00
- BottleUSD 180.00

What 630 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
3.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Kappo Masa offers an upscale dining experience with "super creative food" and "amazing quality and flavor combinations." Guests rave about the "best sushi" and "incredible toro wasabi." While some note high prices and occasional service hiccups, the overall vibe is "always great," making it a memorable culinary destination.

630 Reviews

J
Jonathan
New York City
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
I never write reviews and was extremely optimistic coming in for my wife’s birthday. I felt the ambiance was fantastic but found the food underwhelming, which made everything feel 30% overpriced. Very clean establishment. Maitre D took a photo of us at beginning of night. We felt welcomed. When we left tried to grab another and the maitre D walked away from us. Leaving us with an even more bitter taste. My wife enjoyed it more than I did, but won’t be going back even though it seemed like a ton of regulars.
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DCDiners
Los Angeles
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful - we are regulars but it never ceases to amaze
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Elena
New York City
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
There were interesting, original dishes that were delicious and beautifully presented. We enjoyed our dining experience very much.
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michal
New York City
84 reviews
vip
5.0
84 reviews
Dined on 10 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great food on the expensive side. Seating location can influence the overall experience:
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Jeremy
Charleston
2 reviews
vip
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on 8 November 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
I’ve eaten here a dozen times and it’s always been good. This time was not. They served me several courses of hot food before the sushi. None were good. One of the courses it turns out was an extra. Maybe was $160 for two? No one told me. I was full by the end time the sushi arrived. Wasn’t great either. It included a chewy piece of cooked tuna that I think they described as a tuna tender. I won’t be back.
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Tracy
Jacksonville
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 8 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The very best sushi Japanese favorites and cuisine in the entire world!! Always come back again and again. Thank you for treating our family like yours. ❤️
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erica
New York City
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on 7 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely outstanding! We sat at the counter and did a tasting menu which was phenomenal!
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M
Mark
Mobile
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on 28 October 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Good quality and enjoyed the food and service. About 30-40% more expensive than I would have expected. Crowd was a bit pretentious and slightly off putting but that’s not the restaurants fault.
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KimK
Greater Boston
27 reviews
vip
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on 22 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It’s Omekase . How can that be anything but amazing. Don’t eat before you go and don’t plan to eat anything the next day.
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adelaide
New York City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 16 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A lovely experience. Thank you for my birthday dessert. Everything was yummy. LOVED the duck tacos! And the special toro roll was incredible. Thanks.
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FAQs

Kappo Masa offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 906-7141.

Kappo Masa is rated 4.6 stars by 630 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

23 Nov 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 13 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

976 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10075

Additional information

Cross Street
76th Street
Area
Upper East Side
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:30 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Japanese, Sushi
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Public parking garage located at 35 E. 75th St. between Park & Madison Avenues.
Public transit
6 train to 77th St
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Masayoshi Takayama known as "Masa"
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://kappomasanyc.com/
Phone number
(212) 906-7141
Private party facilities
Private room available upon request.

Featured in

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Kappo Masa

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

The Diner Reviews Are In: 100 Best Restaurants in America

Kappo Masa Omakase

Chef Tasting Menu

Chilled

Masa Toro Tartare CaviarUSD 98.00

Deep Sea Snapper PonzuUSD 42.00

Tuna Avocado TartareUSD 38.00

Tai Summer Truffle CevicheUSD 42.00

Toro Wasabi CevicheUSD 58.00

Kanpachi with Serrano Potato JulienneUSD 36.00

Salads

Kale Gobo FriséeUSD 24.00

Spicy Cucumber with AvocadoUSD 24.00

Watercress Beets Wasabi SlawUSD 22.00

Wakame Seaweed Yuzu VinaigretteUSD 30.00

Warm

Chicken Dumpling with CilantroUSD 26.00

Hot or Cold Soba TempuraUSD 34.00

EdamameUSD 14.00

Miso NasuUSD 21.00

Roasted Uni Custard in Half ShellUSD 48.00

Shrimp Tempura with VegetablesUSD 34.00

Sauteed SpinachUSD 18.00

Spicy Dancing ShrimpUSD 29.00

Kari Kari Fried ChickenUSD 24.00

Peking Duck Foie Gras TacosUSD 32.00

Beef JujuUSD 46.00

Beef Sukiyaki w/ Seared Foie GrasUSD 50.00

Robata ChickenUSD 32.00

Soup

Nameko Tofu Miso SoupUSD 12.00

Hibachi Grill

Beef SkewersUSD 32.00

Pork RibsUSD 30.00

Asparagus Goma AeUSD 20.00

Cod Miso ButterUSD 42.00

Soy Chicken WingsUSD 24.00

Masa Rib Eye SteakUSD 120.00

Japanese A5 Ohmi Wagyu Tataki w/ Summer TruffleUSD 180.00

Shishito PeppersUSD 16.00

Rice Dishes

Mushroom Fried RiceUSD 32.00

Beef Fried RiceUSD 38.00

Duck Fried Rice with Foie GrasUSD 45.00

Lobster Fried RiceUSD 48.00

Surimi Pasta

Shrimp Pasta Chili Spicy TomatoUSD 38.00

Surimi BottargaUSD 35.00

Surimi Shrimp PappardelleUSD 55.00

Dinner Omakase

Sushi and Sashimi

Toro, Fatty Tuna, Boston Blue FinUSD 24.00

Akami, Lean Tuna, Boston Blue FinUSD 12.00

Sake, Salmon, New Zealand KingUSD 10.00

Hirame, Fluke, Kyushu, JapanUSD 11.00

Tai, Sea Bream, Kyushu, JapanUSD 11.00

Kinmedai, Golden Eye Snapper, Chiba, JapanUSD 11.00

Hamachi, Yellowtail, Niigata, JapanUSD 11.00

Shimaaji, Island Jack Fish, Wakayama, JapanUSD 11.00

Kampachi, Amber Jack, Shikoku Island, JapanUSD 10.00

Saba, Japanese Mackerel, Oita, JapanUSD 11.00

Uni, Sea Urchin, Hokkaido, JapanUSD 36.00

Tarabagani, King Crab, AlaskaUSD 16.00

Shiro Ika, Squid w/ Salt & Yuzu Zest, Kyushu, JapanUSD 10.00

Anago, Sea Eel w/ Salt & Yuzu Zest, Nagasaki, JapanUSD 11.00

Unagi, Fresh Water Eel, Kyushu, JapanUSD 13.00

Ikura, Salmon Roe, Hokkaido, JapanUSD 10.00

Tobiko, Flying Fish Roe, Hokkaido, JapanUSD 9.00

Amaebi, Sweet Shrimp, Hokkaido, JapanUSD 19.00

Summer Truffle Ball, ItalyUSD 42.00

Rolls

Masa "Toro Toro"USD 79.00

Spicy Tuna with Green ChiliUSD 28.00

Yellowtail ScallionUSD 26.00

ShrimpUSD 25.00

Alaskan King Crab California Roll w/ TobikoUSD 39.00