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Jado Sushi Reviews List

Jado Sushi

Located in the heart of the "Fifth Avenue" in Harlem, Jado Sushi offers the finest sushi and Japanese delicacies with innovative twists, prepared with the freshest ingredients from local markets.

A sister store of popular wine store The Winery, Jado Sushi will also pay extra attention to the art of wine pairing with sushi. Carefully selected terroir-driven wines, artisan sakes, Asian-infused cocktails and hard-to-find Japanese craft beers are just some of the selection on the menu.

Whether you savor the fresh sushi at the sushi counter, or perch yourself at the full-bar for small plates with exquisite drinks, the experience will be unlike anything you've ever had before.
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55 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
(55 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 55 reviews
5 stars
(20)
4 stars
(24)
3 stars
(9)
2 stars
(1)
1 star
(1)
Food 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Service 
3.6 / 5
(Very Good) 3.6 / 5
Ambiance 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Noise Level
2.1 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • neighborhood gem(42)
  • fit for foodies(34)
  • romantic(21)
  • hot spot(19)
  • special occasion(18)
  • notable wine list(9)
Jado Sushi Reviews List
Review 1 for Jado Sushi
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Sushi Gem in Harlem

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Dined on 5/14/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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"My friend and I loved the ambiance and decor of this new Harlem spot. Our server was friendly and knowledgeable, and service was fast. The food was fresh and tasty, with a wide variety of raw and cooked food. But the highlight of the evening was the drinks. One in particular - the Passion Fruit Margarita - had a cascade of different and refreshing flavors, and was delicious!"
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 2 for Jado Sushi
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A sun in the raisins - Jado Sushi

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Sushi in Harlem??!! After living in Japan for 27 years, I came back to my native NYC and I thought I was a bit jaded regarding NYC sushi attempts. With Jado, I prepared myself for a "nice try" experience.
If Harlem is having its new Renaissance it is places like Jado that are leading the rebirth. Amazing!!!! If Jiro does sushi then Jado does Harlem - like no other place. Red Rooster?!! You must be kidding. Jado has the dining experience hands down.
The drinks are original, the ambiance is inviting, the service improves with each visit and the food...served by Japanese sushi chefs who know UMAMI.
You can over pay for bad sushi in so many places in NYC.
Or you can do the Harlem Renaissance shake at Jado Sushi.
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Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 3 for Jado Sushi
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

I had a reservation and requested

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I had a reservation and requested a booth- when we got there, not only did they not seat us right away,( 20min later), but they did not have a booth for us. They just sat us at the next available table. It will be awhile before I return or next time,I will call instead of booking on line."
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, hot spot
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Review 4 for Jado Sushi
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Have been many times and usually

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Have been many times and usually love it. Service this time was AWFUL. Restaurant was fairly empty when we ordered, got crowded as we waited 90 minutes for food! Of course we said something and they told us it was because the restaurant was crowded, as people who came in an hour after we did were getting their food before we got ours.
The food is delicious.
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Dined on 04/09/2013
 2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 5 for Jado Sushi
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The best sushi experience

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The best sushi experience in harlem and one of the best restaurants. While not strictly traditional japanese, it is heavily inspired by it with interesting embellishments that truly compliment. The food is thoughtful, unpretentious, and in just the right portions."
Dined on 04/05/2013
 2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 6 for Jado Sushi
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Don't Ever Go!! Horrible Place

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Do not dine at this place ever! My husband and I went to diner at 7:30 and the place was half full. The host was nice and the place seemed great. The service then ruined our night. First off our drinks took 15 minutes to get which is a long time to pour wine in a glass. My husband ordered a tempura roll and two pieces of sashimi for his appetizer and the black cod for his entree. They brought him the wrong appetizer and we sent it back to get the one we ordered. The server never apologized or even acknowledged he had put in the wrong order. This wasn't a big deal,but when we got the right roll we still didn't get the sashimi. The bus boy was the only one to ask if I wanted another drink. I declined not wanting to wait so long for a new one."
Dined on 04/02/2013
 2013
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Review 7 for Jado Sushi
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

What I like most?...attractive

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"What I like most?...attractive addition to the Harlem, FDB restaurant scene with ok food and some tasty cocktails. What I like the least?...the sushi"
Dined on 03/31/2013
 2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 8 for Jado Sushi
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Ok Japanese Restaurant

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Although it was not terrible, there was nothing outstanding about the food, the service or the ambience. The sushi was bland. The tuna tartar was good but the Special rolls were not special. Monster sushi on 23rd St has many more interesting rolls."
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2013
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Review 9 for Jado Sushi
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

i'd return but...if your hungry...t

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Excellent food, great and friendly staff, and lovely, exciting atmosphere, but...slow service.I would go back though."
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2010
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 10 for Jado Sushi
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great sushi with exceptional

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Great sushi with exceptional service in our Harlem community.
Highly recommend !
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Dined on 03/29/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 11 for Jado Sushi
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Really fantastic and unexpectedly

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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"Really fantastic and unexpectedly high-end. Not just a neighborhood gem but a real treasure for anyone seeking out well-considered and unbelievably tasty sushi."
Dined on 03/24/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 12 for Jado Sushi
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Very nice sushi and amazing

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Very nice sushi and amazing appetizers."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2008
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Review 13 for Jado Sushi
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent addition to the

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Excellent addition to the Harlem restaurant scene. I'll be returning, especially since the restaurant is in my neighborhood. Great to have sushi close by."
Dined on 03/19/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 14 for Jado Sushi
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Finally a good sushi place

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Finally a good sushi place in Harlem! This place has a great vibe and is such a wonderful addition to the neighborhood. This is coming from a 5 year resident that has watched this neighborhood change dramatically for the better."
Dined on 03/20/2013
 2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 15 for Jado Sushi
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Jado sushi is a superb restaurant.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Quiet
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"Jado sushi is a superb restaurant. The dishes are executed and taste delicious. The service is super. It is very much worth the price for the quality of the food, ambiance and service. I must add that it's quality and service does not stop at the restaurant. It's delivery/takeout makes the mark always, even to your home out of the bag. An outstanding addition to our neighborhood. Bravo."
Dined on 03/20/2013
 2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 16 for Jado Sushi
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Want to like Jado Sushi

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"There is a lot to like about Jado Sushi. Food was more than acceptable, ambiance is nice and wait staff is polite and professional. The problem is how long it takes for food to arrive at the table... Starters Amer in a reasonable time but the gap to the main course was unacceptable.."
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2006
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 17 for Jado Sushi
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great food, well plated and

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Great food, well plated and friendly service. A bit loud and occasionally disorganized, but certainly not enough to deter us from coming back."
Dined on 03/08/2013
 2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 18 for Jado Sushi
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

LOVE this place. The service

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"LOVE this place. The service is amazing and the food is always fresh. Will always go back to Jado!"
Dined on 03/01/2013
 2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 19 for Jado Sushi
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Well I really wanted to give

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Well I really wanted to give Jado a flawless review based on my first visit in December. The calamari and ribs were to die for. But now speeding up to valentines day, First, they decided to create a new menu will almost nothing from their regular menu. I was greatly disappointed. The food was not good. Hope they never change up the menu like that again. It put a damper on my anniversary."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 20 for Jado Sushi
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Harlem Sushi? YES!!!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Great menu, amazing drinks. Worth the trip from wherever you are to come to Harlem for Sushi."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 21 for Jado Sushi
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

New to Washington Heights

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"New to Washington Heights and have found my new favorite sushi spot! Can't wait until you start delivering a little further uptown."
Dined on 02/02/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 22 for Jado Sushi
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

First time there and will

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"First time there and will definitely be back. Great to have a sushi spot in Harlem!"
Dined on 02/01/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 23 for Jado Sushi
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

A wonderful addition to the

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"A wonderful addition to the neighborhood! The space is pretty, the staff is very nice, and the somewhat latin-inflected sushi is fresh and nicely prepared. The best sushi in town? No. But a very nice place in a neighborhood with an increasingly diverse and good range of dining options that needed a sushi place. I'll be back frequently."
Dined on 02/01/2013
 2003
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Jado Sushi
Based on the average of (32) ratings-only reviews
Overall 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
5 out of 5 recommend this product
Food 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Service 
3.7 / 5
(Very Good) 3.7 / 5
Ambiance 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Noise Level
2.1 / 3
Energetic