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S3 in Manhattan, New York: 2 Spots From the Video
This guide turns MASA Chefs and Boulud open “SECRET” sushi OMAKASE under Grand Central Station | JOJI, NYC from S3 into a practical restaurant map with 2 saved spots around Manhattan. The mapped places include a restaurant stop. Use it to understand the places, dishes, and trip context before saving the map in Varedelo.
What the creator captured
S3 was profoundly impressed by the intimate 10-seat Omakase experience, specifically citing the hairy crab with sea urchin as one of the best things they had ever eaten. They highlighted the warm, interactive service provided by the Masa-trained chefs and concluded that despite the $375 price tag, it is a premier once-in-a-lifetime destination for high-end sushi.
What this map is good for
- Planning a restaurant stop or short itinerary in Manhattan.
- Comparing food stops from a creator or saved local map before you commit time in the city.
- Saving 2 mapped spots into Varedelo so the list stays usable on the ground.
- Using the original video as context, then turning it into a clean place-by-place map.
Featured spots on this map
- Jōji
Sushi Restaurant in 1 Vanderbilt Ave, New York, NY 10017, USA, Manhattan, New York, United States
Hours: Hours available - Bar Masa
Restaurant in The Shops at, 10 Columbus Cir Suite 401A, New York, NY 10019, USA, Manhattan, New York, United States
Price level: Very expensive
Hours: Hours available
Food notes from the video
- medium fatty tuna with soy and wasabi
- hairy crab with sea urchin (kagani)
- matsutake mushroom soup
- marinated lean tuna
- hotate (scallop) from Hokkaido
- ikura (Japanese salmon roe)
- saba (smoked mackerel)
- freshwater eel
- 1 more included in the app.
Experiences captured
- walked through a dark hallway into the restaurant
- observed contemporary Japanese art and artifacts
- interacted with Chef George Ruan
- received a personalized add-on dish
- experienced a 22-course Omakase menu
- celebrated a birthday at the sushi counter
- observed fish flown in from Japan
Planning notes for New York
The Central Park West Historic District is a residential and institutional corridor in Manhattan, New York City, extending along Central Park West between 61st and 97th Streets. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1982.
Must-try foods nearby
- Egg Caviar
A signature masterpiece at Jean-Georges at 1 Central Park West. This dish features lightly scrambled organic eggs returned to the shell. - Egusi Dumplings
A standout at Tatiana by Kwame Onwuachi, currently one of the most difficult reservations to secure near Lincoln Center. - Wild Mushroom Risotto with Black Truffles
Served at The Leopard at des Artistes, located in the historic Hotel des Artistes. - Masa Toro Tartar with Caviar
From Masa at Columbus Circle, the pinnacle of omakase near the park. This dish features finely chopped fatty tuna (toro) topped with high-grade Osetra caviar and served with. - Grilled Mediterranean Branzino
A centerpiece at Boulud Sud, this whole-grilled fish is seasoned with rosemary, lemon, and olive oil.
When to go: The best months to visit the Central Park West Historic District are May to June for blooming cherry blossoms and mild temperatures, or September to October for peak fall foliage and crisp.
Local tips
- Use the B or C subway lines for local stops along Central Park West, but check for weekend service changes that may redirect trains to the express tracks.
- Step to the building side of the sidewalk if you need to stop for photos of the historic architecture to avoid blocking the fast-paced flow of local pedestrians.
- Expect to leave a standard tip of 20% at the neighborhood’s sit-down restaurants, as service charges are rarely included in the bill.
- Maintain awareness of your surroundings when walking near park entrances at night and stick to well-lit main avenues like Columbus or Amsterdam for late-night dining.
What travelers are noticing
- The debut of Smorgasburg Central Park at the Columbus Circle entrance, featuring over 25 viral food vendors every Thursday through Saturday.
- Camille Henrot’s 'Dogs' public art installation at Doris C. Freedman Plaza, showcasing whimsical sculptures inspired by Upper West Side neighborhood canines.
- The 'Old Masters, New Amsterdam' exhibition at the New York Historical Society, debuting rare Rembrandt works to mark the city's Dutch heritage.
Extra place context
- Masa
Known for: Masa Toro Tartar with Caviar. Mentioned as a must-try spot in top foods.
food and Masa Toro Tartar with Caviar
Official tourism resource
The official destination marketing organization and visitor guide for the five boroughs of New York City, including Manhattan.
Planning questions
Where did S3 eat in Manhattan, New York?
This guide maps all 2 spots featured in the video, with names, addresses, and neighborhoods, so you can plan where to eat in Manhattan, New York.
What are the must-try foods in Manhattan, New York?
Creator picks from the video include medium fatty tuna with soy and wasabi, hairy crab with sea urchin (kagani), matsutake mushroom soup, marinated lean tuna. Open the map in Varedelo to see which spot each one is at.
Can I save these spots to use on my trip?
Yes. Open the map in Varedelo to save every spot, get directions, and revisit the guide from your phone while you travel.
Use it on your trip
Save this restaurant map before you go
Keep the mapped spots, creator context, food notes, and planning details together. Varedelo turns the page into a phone-friendly map you can revisit when you are choosing where to go.