Sushi by Bou, Nomad
30 people recommend, 6 warn against itcounted across its outletsvia r/FoodNYC, r/AskNYC30 comments cited below
The comments cited below are a sample of the full tally across 23 threads.
What people say, in short
Sushi by Bou is recommended across its New York outlets, with the explicitly reviewed NoMad branch shown here. Diners often suggest the brand as an approachable introduction to omakase, and one NoMad visitor enjoyed the meal. A different customer praises an unhurried visit at the 20th Street outlet, which should not be assumed to describe NoMad. Dissenters criticize repetitive sweet sauces or feel other affordable counters now offer better sushi.
Address
Sushi By Bou - NOMAD NYC @ Hotel32|32, 32 E 32nd St, New York, NY 10016
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The evidence
Every point below is paraphrased from a real public comment, ordered by how much the community engaged with it. Caveats and negatives are kept in — follow any link to read the original for yourself.
- Recommendsu/spanky28_ in r/FoodNYC · Dec 2025price
Likes it for inexpensive omakase.
- Recommendsu/brusjet_ze_bear in r/FoodNYC · Jan 2025taste
Says the sushi at Sushi by Bou was better than expected.
- Caveatu/cholinguito in r/FoodNYC · May 2024service
Would not return to the NoMad branch after an unsatisfactory visit.
- Recommendsu/Budaki in r/FoodNYC · Apr 2024
Describes it as enjoyable and quick, a speakeasy-style spot in Midtown for sushi.
- Recommendsu/Beneficial-Monk5369 in r/FoodNYC · May 2025
Reports a positive personal visit here, choosing the longer course menu.
- Mixedu/RedHawk02 in r/FoodNYC · May 2024service
Would not recommend the branch visited, which pushed extra drinks; would still try another branch for its vibes.
- Recommendsu/randomuser051 in r/FoodNYC · Sep 2024variety
Recommends it for newcomers; says it covers the essentials plus unusual pieces like truffled uni.
- Caveatu/nycgirl2011 in r/FoodNYC · Sep 2026taste
Calls Sushi by Bou awful and wonders about its several locations.
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- Recommendsu/victoriarose_nyc in r/FoodNYC · Jun 2025taste
Commenter liked the omakase at the NoMad branch and notes the restaurant has other locations.
- Recommendsu/JKBFree in r/FoodNYC · Jan 2025ambience
Calls the Midtown room tiny and great fun, with surprisingly solid sushi.
- Recommendsu/DatGopherAnIdiotBro in r/FoodNYC · Jan 2025
Agrees that Sushi by Bou was surprisingly good.
- Recommendsu/Plus_Nothing4639 in r/FoodNYC · Dec 2024value
Lists Sushi by Bou among reasonably priced options with good sushi.
- Recommendsu/wasting_-my-_time in r/FoodNYC · Nov 2025
Suggests Sushi By Bou as an option within the requested budget range.
- Recommendsu/crimsonred36 in r/AskNYC · Jul 2025value
Recommends the multi-course set and says lunch specials sometimes make it cheaper.
- Recommendsu/kokoromelody in r/FoodNYC · Jan 2025value
Says its omakase is affordable and sticks to fairly standard nigiri.
- Recommendsu/QnsPrince in r/FoodNYC · Sep 2024value
Calls it a great deal and a good beginner omakase, though notes a very young crowd.
- Recommendsu/zahooelviane in r/FoodNYC · Feb 2024taste
Calls it casual with great sushi; says BYO wine would be a bonus.
- Caveatu/Hot_Evidence7716 in r/FoodNYC · Jan 2024
Advises avoiding it, calling it the fast food equivalent of omakase.
- Recommendsu/Calm_Brick_6608 in r/FoodNYC · Nov 2023service
Walked in on a whim, was never pushed to leave, and ended up staying far longer than planned.
- Recommendsu/knyc3791 in r/AskNYC · Sep 2026taste
Rates Sushi by Bou highly and notes there are many options.
- Recommendsu/Incorrect95 in r/FoodNYC · Jan 2025service
Says the Times Square branch has excellent service.
- Recommendsu/Low_Drama8403 in r/FoodNYC · Jan 2025
Calls the Chelsea branch amazing and very fun.
- Recommendsu/rwdorman in r/AskNYC · Jan 2025price
Recommends Sushi by Bou as an enjoyable option within the requested budget.
- Recommendsu/DMCer in r/FoodNYC · Dec 2025consistency
Rates it above Sugarfish and Blue Ribbon, praising its steady quality, its rice, and its value as an omakase.
- Recommendsu/donutcronut in r/AskNYC · Jan 2025value
Says they visited a couple of years ago, found it great and worth it, though prices may have risen.
- Recommendsu/Ill_Assignment4369 in r/FoodNYC · Dec 2024value
Lists Sushi by Bou among quick, inexpensive tasting-menu options worth trying.
- Caveatu/noahswetface in r/FoodNYC · Sep 2024variety
Says many pieces repeat the same sweet sauce; better for younger eaters than adventurous palates.
- Recommendsu/Thepatton in r/FoodNYC · Jun 2024
Had a strong visit: intimate feel, good playlist, attentive service, and excellent sushi.
- Recommendsu/Signal-Reflection-54 in r/FoodNYC · Feb 2024
Thinks it offers good beginner-friendly omakase.
- Recommendsu/jtal888 in r/FoodNYC · Nov 2023
Gives it as a direct suggestion with no further detail.
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