Kappo Masa

4.6

652 Reviews

$50 and over

Japanese

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2 people

14 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 12 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for business meals
Good for special occasions
Fancy

Located at 976 Madison Avenue below the Gagosian Gallery. Kappo Masa is a collaboration between renown chef Masayoshi "Masa" Takayama and art dealer, Larry Gagosian. Kappo Masa offers a dining experience that is sophisticated yet relaxed, featuring fresh, modern Japanese cuisine.

Additional information

Location
976 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10075
Phone number
(212) 906-7141
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Japanese, Sushi
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00–14:30 Dinner Mon–Sat 17:30–22:00
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Public parking garage located at 35 E. 75th St. between Park & Madison Avenues.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Masayoshi Takayama known as "Masa"

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Experiences

Kappo Masa Omakase
US$350.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Reserve a seat at the Kappo Masa counter for an Omakase featuring a menu highlighting seasonal Japanese flavors, curated by Michelin-star Chef Masa Takayama. Available only at the sushi counter for the entire party. Most dietary restrictions may be accommodated. *Omakase experience reservations are for counter seats only, and not transferable to table seating.*

Private dining

Chicken Dumpling with CilantroUS$26.00
Hot or Cold Soba TempuraUS$34.00
EdamameUS$14.00
Miso NasuUS$21.00
Roasted Uni Custard in Half ShellUS$48.00
- With Summer TruffleUS$58.00
Shrimp Tempura with VegetablesUS$34.00
Sauteed SpinachUS$18.00
Spicy Dancing ShrimpUS$29.00
Kari Kari Fried ChickenUS$24.00
Peking Duck Foie Gras TacosUS$32.00
Beef JujuUS$46.00
Beef Sukiyaki w/ Seared Foie GrasUS$50.00
Robata ChickenUS$32.00

Soup

Nameko Tofu Miso SoupUS$12.00

Hibachi Grill

Beef SkewersUS$32.00
Pork RibsUS$30.00
Asparagus Goma AeUS$20.00
Cod Miso ButterUS$42.00
Soy Chicken WingsUS$24.00
Masa Rib Eye SteakUS$120.00
Japanese A5 Ohmi Wagyu Tataki w/ Summer TruffleUS$180.00
Shishito PeppersUS$16.00

Rice Dishes

Mushroom Fried RiceUS$32.00
Beef Fried RiceUS$38.00
Duck Fried Rice with Foie GrasUS$45.00
Lobster Fried RiceUS$48.00

Surimi Pasta

no gluten 100% seafood noodle

Shrimp Pasta Chili Spicy TomatoUS$38.00
Surimi BottargaUS$35.00
Surimi Shrimp PappardelleUS$55.00

Dinner Omakase

15 - 18 pieces (available at sushi counter only) $245

Sushi and Sashimi

Toro, Fatty Tuna, Boston Blue FinUS$24.00
Akami, Lean Tuna, Boston Blue FinUS$12.00
Sake, Salmon, New Zealand KingUS$10.00
Hirame, Fluke, Kyushu, JapanUS$11.00
Tai, Sea Bream, Kyushu, JapanUS$11.00
Kinmedai, Golden Eye Snapper, Chiba, JapanUS$11.00
Hamachi, Yellowtail, Niigata, JapanUS$11.00
Shimaaji, Island Jack Fish, Wakayama, JapanUS$11.00
Kampachi, Amber Jack, Shikoku Island, JapanUS$10.00
Saba, Japanese Mackerel, Oita, JapanUS$11.00
Uni, Sea Urchin, Hokkaido, JapanUS$36.00
Tarabagani, King Crab, AlaskaUS$16.00
Shiro Ika, Squid w/ Salt & Yuzu Zest, Kyushu, JapanUS$10.00
Anago, Sea Eel w/ Salt & Yuzu Zest, Nagasaki, JapanUS$11.00
Unagi, Fresh Water Eel, Kyushu, JapanUS$13.00
Ikura, Salmon Roe, Hokkaido, JapanUS$10.00
Tobiko, Flying Fish Roe, Hokkaido, JapanUS$9.00
Amaebi, Sweet Shrimp, Hokkaido, JapanUS$19.00
Summer Truffle Ball, ItalyUS$42.00

Rolls

Masa "Toro Toro"US$79.00
Spicy Tuna with Green ChiliUS$28.00
Yellowtail ScallionUS$26.00
ShrimpUS$25.00
- Lobster TempuraUS$49.00
Alaskan King Crab California Roll w/ TobikoUS$39.00
Seared Salmon with Avocado and Crispy FlakesUS$24.00
Tuna with AvocadoUS$23.00
Creamy Miso Tofu with AvocadoUS$19.00
Grilled Maitake w/ Summer TruffleUS$29.00
Avocado CucumberUS$18.00
Grilled or Tempura AsparagusUS$22.00
Unagi AvocadoUS$49.00
Toro CaviarUS$280.00
Kanpachi PotatoUS$35.00
Sweet Shrimp Uni SutomakiUS$52.00

Summer Cocktails

HeatUS$24.00
jalapeño infused vodka, fresh lime, muddled cucumber
Cucumber in a Rice FieldUS$25.00
sake, vodka, japanese cucumber
Numero ZeroUS$26.00
mezcal, absinthe, lime juice, crème de violette, chartreuse
Art BasilUS$28.00
tequila, basil, strawberry, yuzu, lemon
DaybreakUS$30.00
grapefruit vodka, giffard pamplemousse, grapefruit granité

Non-Alcoholic Drinks

Free SpiritUS$15.00
Pomegranate juice, lychee purée, mint
Tom DandyUS$15.00
Yuzu, ginger ale, lemon syrup

Beer

Hitachino White AleUS$15.00
AsahiUS$15.00
Sapporo LagerUS$15.00
Echigo Rice LagerUS$15.00

Wine by the Glass

Sparkling

Champagne, Bollinger Special Cuvée Brut NV
- GlassUS$45.00
- BottleUS$180.00
Champagne, Billecart Salmon Rosé Brut NV
- GlassUS$55.00
- BottleUS$220.00

White

Etna Bianco, Benanti, Sicily, Italy 2020
- GlassUS$20.00
- BottleUS$80.00
Sancerre, Florian Mollet, Loire, France 2019
- GlassUS$30.00
- BottleUS$120.00
Chardonnay, Lynmar, Sonoma, California 2018
- GlassUS$28.00
- BottleUS$112.00
Chablis, Domaine Laroche, Burgundy, France 2021
- GlassUS$35.00
- BottleUS$140.00

Rosé

Côtes de Provence, Peyrassol, France 2021
- GlassUS$20.00
- BottleUS$80.00

Red

Saint-Amour, Château de Lavernette, France 2015
- GlassUS$20.00
- BottleUS$85.00
Rioja Reserva, Altos Ibéricos, Spain 2015
- GlassUS$25.00
- BottleUS$100.00
Pinot Noir, Camille Giroud, Savigny 1er Cru 2019
- GlassUS$30.00
- BottleUS$120.00
Cabernet/Merlot, Cain Concept, Napa Valley 2013
- GlassUS$45.00
- BottleUS$180.00

What 652 people are saying

Kappo Masa reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Kappo Masa offers a luxurious dining experience with "impeccable cuisine and drinks," praised for its "amazing toro" and "outstanding Japanese" dishes. The service is often described as "exceptional," and the ambiance is "beautiful." However, some diners find it "overpriced" and note occasional service hiccups. Overall, a memorable visit.

652 Reviews

J
John VIP
New York City19 reviews
5.0
Dined on 28 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful time amazing food amazing service really enjoyed it
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OpenTable Diner VIP
New York City3 reviews
3.0
Dined on 28 February 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Think portions are getting smaller and pricing through the roof. They service just ok…very eager to take plates away, fill your glasses etc . Not as great as they used to be!
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Jean
Edmonton2 reviews
3.0
Dined on 19 February 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Used to be excellent. Became ok good with time. But now, the quality has gone down so much. Not worth it at all, for the second and last time.
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Mike VIP
New York City19 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The best Japanese food period. Sushi top! Service top!
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Liliana VIP
Cancun6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 14 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Incredible it’s amazing the food is delicious !!!!
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Eric
New York City1 review
3.0
Dined on 11 February 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Prices are seriously crazy. Even for upper east side.
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Don VIP
New York City46 reviews
5.0
Dined on 4 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely love Kappo, always a wonderful experience!
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paloma
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on 30 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Incredible food, great ambience and excellent service
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sharon VIP
Los Angeles3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 24 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
It is always amazing here beautiful presentations service And delicious choices on the menu
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Dan
New York City1 review
3.0
Dined on 22 January 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Not worth the price. I felt rushed and not able to enjoy properly. When I am paying this kind of money for a meal I what to take my time…
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FAQs

Kappo Masa offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 906-7141.

Kappo Masa is rated 4.6 stars by 652 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

14 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 12 times today

Experiences are available.

976 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10075

Additional information

Phone number
(212) 906-7141
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Japanese, Sushi
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00–14:30 Dinner Mon–Sat 17:30–22:00
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Public parking garage located at 35 E. 75th St. between Park & Madison Avenues.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Masayoshi Takayama known as "Masa"

Featured in

The Diner Reviews Are In: 100 Best Restaurants in America

Kappo Masa

Make a booking

About this restaurant

Additional information

The Diner Reviews Are In: 100 Best Restaurants in America

Kappo Masa Omakase

Private Dining Room

Custom inquiry

Chef Tasting Menu

Chilled

Masa Toro Tartare CaviarUS$98.00

Deep Sea Snapper PonzuUS$42.00

Tuna Avocado TartareUS$38.00

Tai Summer Truffle CevicheUS$42.00

Toro Wasabi CevicheUS$58.00

Kanpachi with Serrano Potato JulienneUS$36.00

Salads

Kale Gobo FriséeUS$24.00

Spicy Cucumber with AvocadoUS$24.00

Watercress Beets Wasabi SlawUS$22.00

Wakame Seaweed Yuzu VinaigretteUS$30.00

Warm

Chicken Dumpling with CilantroUS$26.00

Hot or Cold Soba TempuraUS$34.00

EdamameUS$14.00

Miso NasuUS$21.00

Roasted Uni Custard in Half ShellUS$48.00

Shrimp Tempura with VegetablesUS$34.00

Sauteed SpinachUS$18.00

Spicy Dancing ShrimpUS$29.00

Kari Kari Fried ChickenUS$24.00

Peking Duck Foie Gras TacosUS$32.00

Beef JujuUS$46.00

Beef Sukiyaki w/ Seared Foie GrasUS$50.00

Robata ChickenUS$32.00

Soup

Nameko Tofu Miso SoupUS$12.00

Hibachi Grill

Beef SkewersUS$32.00

Pork RibsUS$30.00

Asparagus Goma AeUS$20.00

Cod Miso ButterUS$42.00

Soy Chicken WingsUS$24.00

Masa Rib Eye SteakUS$120.00

Japanese A5 Ohmi Wagyu Tataki w/ Summer TruffleUS$180.00

Shishito PeppersUS$16.00

Rice Dishes

Mushroom Fried RiceUS$32.00

Beef Fried RiceUS$38.00

Duck Fried Rice with Foie GrasUS$45.00

Lobster Fried RiceUS$48.00

Surimi Pasta

Shrimp Pasta Chili Spicy TomatoUS$38.00

Surimi BottargaUS$35.00

Surimi Shrimp PappardelleUS$55.00

Dinner Omakase

Sushi and Sashimi

Toro, Fatty Tuna, Boston Blue FinUS$24.00

Akami, Lean Tuna, Boston Blue FinUS$12.00

Sake, Salmon, New Zealand KingUS$10.00

Hirame, Fluke, Kyushu, JapanUS$11.00

Tai, Sea Bream, Kyushu, JapanUS$11.00

Kinmedai, Golden Eye Snapper, Chiba, JapanUS$11.00

Hamachi, Yellowtail, Niigata, JapanUS$11.00

Shimaaji, Island Jack Fish, Wakayama, JapanUS$11.00

Kampachi, Amber Jack, Shikoku Island, JapanUS$10.00

Saba, Japanese Mackerel, Oita, JapanUS$11.00

Uni, Sea Urchin, Hokkaido, JapanUS$36.00

Tarabagani, King Crab, AlaskaUS$16.00

Shiro Ika, Squid w/ Salt & Yuzu Zest, Kyushu, JapanUS$10.00

Anago, Sea Eel w/ Salt & Yuzu Zest, Nagasaki, JapanUS$11.00

Unagi, Fresh Water Eel, Kyushu, JapanUS$13.00

Ikura, Salmon Roe, Hokkaido, JapanUS$10.00

Tobiko, Flying Fish Roe, Hokkaido, JapanUS$9.00

Amaebi, Sweet Shrimp, Hokkaido, JapanUS$19.00

Summer Truffle Ball, ItalyUS$42.00

Rolls

Masa "Toro Toro"US$79.00

Spicy Tuna with Green ChiliUS$28.00

Yellowtail ScallionUS$26.00