Welcome to SourAji
NYC’s Wildest All‑You‑Can‑Eat Omakase Experience
Souraji is redefining the omakase tradition by blending meticulous craftsmanship with an unparalleled All-You-Can-Eat (AYCE) Omakase and drink concept. We invite you to embark on a culinary journey where the finest ingredients and a lively, engaging atmosphere come together in the heart of New York City.
SourAji East
23 Avenue B, New York, NY 10009.
Sun–Thur: 5:30 – 10:00 PM, Fri–Sat: 5:00 – 11:00 PM
Timings
EAST: +1 917-561-0895
WEST: +1 646-255-9050
Souraji West
177 9th Ave, New York, NY 10011
Mon–Sat: 5:30 PM – 10:30 PM
An Award-Winning Sushi Party
High-Energy Dining, Killer Value
Enjoy a 90-minute experience that begins with a 14-course omakase—sea bream with yuzu, akami, scallop, toro with uni, and more—paired with fast-paced service and lively remixes. Then order all-you-can-eat rounds featuring lean tuna, fatty tuna, wagyu, and more.
Menu Highlights
14‑Course Omakase
Your journey begins with about a dozen chef-selected bites: yuzu-treated sea bream, akami, scallops, king salmon, tuna with uni, torched wagyu, and more—served quickly but with consistent flavor and quality
All‑You‑Can‑Eat Nigiri Rounds
Three rounds spotlight lean tuna, fatty tuna, and wagyu. Order as many pieces as you like up front—servers will remind you: no returns, and $10 per uneaten piece applies, so pace yourself!
Mission Statement
“To redefine Japanese dining in New York City by creating an interactive, high-energy experience that combines exceptional cuisine with bold creativity and unmatched value.”
Reviews from our guests
What Our Guests Are Saying
The sushi is flavored well, fresh… favorite pieces: ootoro, wagyu, eel. A fun experience—definitely get your money’s worth.
Fun as a novelty… the omakase was surprisingly good (very fast paced), AYCE less impressive. Otoro/wagyu slice was thin and rice-heavy… lean tuna was the hit.
Souraji offers an omakase experience unlike any other. The quality of the fish, especially the uni, was simply exceptional, and the unlimited sake made it an unforgettable evening. Highly recommend for any sushi enthusiast!
From the moment we walked in, the staff at Souraji provided impeccable service. Chef Allen’s creations were phenomenal, and the all-you-can-eat Wagyu rounds were a true highlight. It’s truly incredible value for such a premium experience.
A must-visit in NYC! Souraji’s atmosphere is vibrant, and the omakase is a culinary journey. The freshness and variety of the sushi, coupled with the generous drink offerings, exceeded all expectations. We’ll definitely be back!
Service was great, chef handing out the pieces was really cool, and the hosts were attentive when it came to refilling your unlimited sake.
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Read MoreOur History
How we got started and our goal
SourAji was founded by Xu Lu and Jake Weng with one wild idea: make omakase as thrilling as karaoke night. Our name reflects our philosophy: balancing the traditional “sour” elements of authentic Japanese cuisine with the innovative “aji” (flavor) that comes from fearless creativity. This fusion creates an experience that’s both deeply rooted in tradition and boldly forward-thinking.
Within months of opening, its provocative, no-rules format earned widespread attention: diners attempted Sushi‑zilla quantities (up to 122 pieces in one sitting!), and SourAji expanded to a second location in Chelsea due to high demand.
