Masa

Masayoshi Takayama's passion for food began at a young age, when he worked at his family's fish store in Tochigi Prefecture, Japan. His affinity with food has always been a way of life, from delivering fresh sashimi to neighbors on his bicycle to prepping and grilling hundreds of fish dishes to serve weddings in high school. Chef Masa is also the chef/owner of Bar Masa (next door to Masa) and the chef at Kappo Masa (at 976 Madison Avenue), which he co-owns with renowned art dealer Larry Gagosian.

However, the three-Michelin-star chef takes your preferences into account, waiting for your reaction to a first bite of his sushi before customizing the rest of your omakase dinner. At Masa, there is just one seating per meal, and your gastronomic adventure could last up to three hours.

• Website: masanyc.com
• Location: 10 Columbus CircleTime Warner Center, 4th FloorNew York, NY 10019
• Phone number: +1 212 823 9807