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Sushi By Bou - Times Square NYC @ Sanctuary Hotel, New York, NY

Sushi By Bou - Times Square NYC @ Sanctuary Hotel

4.8
4.8
512 Reviews
$50 and over
Sushi

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 13 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Innovative
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
Step into Sushi By Bou and discover the secrets of Tokyo's hidden alleys! Our curated Omakase, meaning "Chef's Choice," promises the mystery and allure of Japanese cuisine. Choose from our classic 12-course offering at $65, or indulge in the opulent 'Bougie' Omakase, $100 for 17 pieces. Our Times Square Bou is located behind a secret door adjacent to the Sanctuary Hotel. We feature a 30-minute accelerated seating for pre-show dinner or a fast meal before hitting Times Square. Elevate your experience with exotic cocktails and premium sake, perfect for sushi pairing. Date Nights, Birthdays, or intimate private seatings, let us whisk you away on a journey of urban mystique. Visit all of our unique locations, each with its own culture-inspired vibe! Reserve now to secure a coveted seat at Sushi By Bou.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Sushi, Asian, Japanese
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Daily 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (888) 670-5996
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Chef Bouhadana
  • Catering
    For catered events, please email catering@sushibybou.com.
  • Private party facilities
    For private events, please email party@sushibybou.com.
  • Neighborhood
    Midtown West
  • Cross street
    Between 6th Ave & 7th Ave
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    42nd Street- Times Square
  • Additional
    Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Late Night, Private Room, Wine

Experiences

  • 30 MINUTE, 12-COURSE SIGNATURE OMAKASE $65

    Multiple dates available
    Indulge in a culinary journey like no other with our chef curated, 12-course Edomae style omakase experience. Each dish is not only a masterpiece of flavor, texture, and presentation but also an invitation to engage directly with the creation process. Guests are encouraged to participate in some preparations, each designed to mesmerize and induce awe and wonder with every bite. Looking for an extended experience? Text us to upgrade to the "Bougie" 17-course seating ($100 pp) Based on availability. Sushi by Bou does not require prepayment. We collect your credit card details and you are charged only if you breach our cancellation policy.
    30 MINUTE, 12-COURSE SIGNATURE OMAKASE $65 Photo

What 512 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Sushi By Bou - Times Square NYC @ Sanctuary Hotel offers an intimate and unique sushi experience with a "sushi speakeasy" vibe. Guests rave about the "great food," "amazing value," and "fantastic dining experience." The chefs are praised for their "incredible" skills and friendly service, making it a "NYC gem" worth returning to.

512 Reviews
  1. Ivan

    New York City

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Just as good as the Jersey City spot, but the full experience was taken away by how fast the pace was. 17 courses in a little under an hour is extremely fast and you can tell the chef was rushing it, it was 2-3mins between each pieces and I just wished they didn’t rush it just because we were among the last reservations for the night. Overall, food was amazing as always but pacing really made the experience a little less perfect.
    Sushi By Bou - Times Square NYC @ Sanctuary HotelResponded 1 day ago
    Hey Ivan, thank you for dining at Sushi By Bou - Times Square NYC @ Sanctuary Hotel and for your detailed feedback. We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed our food, as we take great pride in our culinary offerings. We understand that the pace can sometimes be a bit hectic, especially when we have a crowd. We appreciate your understanding and patience during your visit. We hope to see you again soon for an even better experience! Best, The Management Team

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  2. Jim

    VIP

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Sushi is excellent, and the sushi makers are experts at their craft. The music is too loud, but it’s worth putting up with it for the sushi.
    Sushi By Bou - Times Square NYC @ Sanctuary HotelResponded 1 day ago
    Hey Jim, thanks for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our sushi and found our chefs to be experts in their craft! We also appreciate your feedback on the volume of the music. Sushi By Bou - Times Square NYC @ Sanctuary Hotel is a lively restaurant, and we understand that the volume can sometimes be a bit much. We'll certainly take your feedback into consideration. Thanks again for your kind words and we hope to see you again soon!

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  3. Phil

    New York City

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Did the Valentine’s Day special. 17 courses did not fill me up at all. I was doubting that it was actually 17 courses as I paid $305 for me and my partner. Drinks were tasty. But would not go back. I’d expect to be full and satisfied paying that much money.
    Sushi By Bou - Times Square NYC @ Sanctuary HotelResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Phil. We're sorry to hear that your Valentine's Day experience at Sushi By Bou - Times Square NYC @ Sanctuary Hotel didn't meet your expectations. We take your comments about the course portions seriously and will review our pricing to ensure it aligns with the quality and quantity of our dishes. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed our drinks, but we understand that satisfying every aspect of the meal is our goal. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you and your partner again in the future. Best regards, The Management Team

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  4. Craig

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Interesting experience. Delicious omakase served fast! No lingering! Great pre-theatre

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  5. caleb

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place is amazing the sushi was amazing the drinks were good and the service was great as well
    Sushi By Bou - Times Square NYC @ Sanctuary HotelResponded 5 days ago
    Thanks for the review, caleb! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Sushi By Bou - Times Square NYC @ Sanctuary Hotel. It's wonderful to know that our sushi and drinks met your expectations. We strive to provide excellent service and it's great to hear that you appreciated it as well. We look forward to serving you again soon. Best, The Management Team

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  6. Stephanie

    VIP

    Nashville

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very good first experience at Sushi by Bou. Noticed it down the street from our hotel and there was an evening reservation still available on a Friday after we had checked in. It is very quick, as the experience is 30 minutes, but it is efficiently run and didn’t feel overly rushed. Price is also good and I think reflective of the quick flip time on the seats. We still had time to order some ala carte and enough time for a few drinks each. And I appreciated that we could order any of the bites we already had again. I would say don’t come overly hungry or looking for a relaxed and chill evening. Music is loud, though solid playlist and seats are close together. Not a first date place. But if you want good food, a wonderful omakase, and don’t want to linger but continue to see the city, this hits perfectly.
    Sushi By Bou - Times Square NYC @ Sanctuary HotelResponded 5 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Stephanie! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your first experience at Sushi by Bou at Sanctuary Hotel. We're glad that you found our service efficient and the quick seating process to be to your liking. We also appreciate your comment about our omakase and the relaxed vibe. We're always aiming to create a great atmosphere for our guests to fully enjoy their experience. We hope to see you again soon for another 30-minute dining experience. Best, Sushi by Bou - Times Square NYC @ Sanctuary Hotel Management Team

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  7. Angela

    VIP

    New York City

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 7, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    We showed up on time and they still had us wait. Then they rushed the entire omakase to seat the next group. The sushi chef was unfriendly. Probably one of the worse sushi I’ve had in New York.

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  8. barry

    VIP

    New York State

    88 reviews

    5.0

    88 reviews

    Dined on February 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food. Great deal. Great sushi chef. Only quibble was they didn't have bougie attached to the Rez even though it was confirmed. Made it happen anyways.
    Sushi By Bou - Times Square NYC @ Sanctuary HotelResponded 5 days ago
    Hi Barry, We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience at Sushi By Bou - Times Square NYC @ Sanctuary Hotel! It's fantastic to know that you found our food great and our sushi chef amazing. We appreciate your feedback about the Rez, and we'll certainly look into this. We're always striving to provide a diverse and inclusive dining experience for all our guests. Thank you for your kind words and we look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best wishes, The Management Team

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  9. Susom

    VIP

    New York City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Amazing experience. Rare to have a memorable bite in every bite of an Omakase. The Bougie upgrade is worth it. Downside is place is small and seating is tight and noise can be a little loud though the music choice was good. Already recommended to friends and look forward to going back ourselves.
    Sushi By Bou - Times Square NYC @ Sanctuary HotelResponded 5 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Susom! We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing experience with us at Sushi By Bou - Times Square NYC @ Sanctuary Hotel. It's wonderful to know that you found every bite of your Omakase memorable. We take pride in offering a unique and memorable dining experience, and we're glad you appreciated it. We do understand your concerns about the seating and the noise level, and we're sorry if it caused any inconvenience. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we're looking forward to welcoming you back yourself. See you soon!

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  10. Patricia

    New York City

    86 reviews

    5.0

    86 reviews

    Dined on January 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Honestly, I was quite surprised when we found Sushi by Bou. First it was down a flight of stairs. Very unnerving. Door opens and a counter appears with 8 stools (I think). My friend and I looked at each other. Okay let’s give it a shot. It’s was a 12 dish Omakase. As we began we realized the young man next to us had reserved a 16 dish meal. We bit the bullet and upgraded. It was not a mistake. The fish was spectacular. The chef was charming. Each piece cut and served individually. Indescribable. Go
    Sushi By Bou - Times Square NYC @ Sanctuary HotelResponded on February 2, 2025
    Thanks for visiting us, Patricia! We're thrilled to hear that you and your friend enjoyed your experience at Sushi By Bou - Times Square NYC @ Sanctuary Hotel. It's wonderful to know that our Omakase was a memorable experience for you. We take pride in our chef's creativity and attention to detail, so we're glad you appreciated it. We strive to make every guest's experience special and we're glad we could be part of yours. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! The Management Team

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Sushi By Bou - Times Square NYC @ Sanctuary Hotel is rated 4.8 stars by 512 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 13 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Sushi By Bou - Times Square NYC @ Sanctuary Hotel

132 W 47th St, New York, NY 10036-1502

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Between 6th Ave & 7th Ave
  • Neighborhood
    Midtown West
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Daily 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Sushi, Asian, Japanese
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    42nd Street- Times Square
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Bouhadana
  • Additional
    Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Late Night, Private Room, Wine
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