"I can't believe I’m seeing negative reviews about this place. My father used to come here when he was in college, and he brought me for the first time 10 years ago. Since then, it has been my favorite sushi restaurant, and I’ve recommended it to everyone who visits New York—and it has never let me down. The quality of the food has remained consistently exceptional; I’ve never left Yama feeling that the quality was any different from my previous visit. When I lived in the city, I used to go every couple of weeks, and now that I live abroad, I always make sure to come back whenever I visit (sometimes even 2-3 times in one trip!). I often find myself wishing I could enjoy Yama more often; it has been a part of my life for so long, and it truly feels like a treasure. The restaurant is so unique, and the food is incredible—it’s an absolute must-visit. I honestly believe it’s even better than Blue Ribbon, Nobu, or other overpriced sushi spots. My favorite dishes are the mango sushi roll, nasu shigayaki, and their miso soup, which is fantastic. I always joke that if Yama ever closed, I would be in mourning… I would choose Yama any day and highly recommend stopping by this amazing restaurant whenever you're in New York."
