Sushi by Bou - Albany NY @ City Beer Hall

Lady Winter 2 months ago

My reservation was for 515. There was no wait because of the reservation. Nicole my bartender waz amazing her drinks were on point, blackberry martini, the flower was so pretty in my drink, Amanda was an amazing hostess very helpful in getting settled and sharing the etiquette traditionally used here. My Chef was very kind and knowledgable on my sushi. I wish the price point was lower to have this experience more often, but to be fair for the quality of service, and the quality of food i understand the price point ( to a degree). The traditional american eater would find the servings small for price point. The servings were accurate as to the style of restaurant they have. This is NOT the “stop n shop” sushi pick up place. THIS IS AN EXPERIENCE. Im excited to try their tuna cutting party. I feel the staff is very kind and attentive also. Very accommodating also. For a person of 1, i spent $140 before the tip. I got 2 drinks, the 12 course meal (it was on special discount for summer) and the “burger”. Like i said. Its pricy, but it was a very nice experience will deff be coming back. Speak easy vibes.

Daniel 5 months ago

Went for a friend's birthday and we all thoroughly enjoyed the food, drinks and great service. We did the signature omakase since it was a first time for all of us. Will definitely be back to have it again or try out the bigger 17 course omakase.

Mathew DiGennaro 5 months ago

Best sushi I’ve had. The setting is really cool, and was neat to see the chef preparing everything. Everything was fresh, and tasted great. I only did the 12 course, which was $90 after tax and tip. You do want a reservation for this place. Perfect for a date night or a special occasion.

Ghufran 6 months ago

I had the 17-course Bougie Omakase, and it was honestly one of the best restaurant experiences I’ve ever had. The entire vibe of the place is fantastic. The interaction with the chef and staff makes the experience feel personal, fun, and welcoming from start to finish. You can tell they truly care about what they’re serving. What really stood out was the quality of the fish. They source fish from Japan every couple of days, and the difference is noticeable immediately. The flavors are incredibly clean and fresh. some of the best fish I’ve ever tasted. Each course is thoughtfully designed. The chef gradually builds intensity, serving sushi with progressively stronger and richer flavors so every bite feels better than the one before it. It’s a really clever and satisfying progression. Some of my absolute favorites were the toro (fatty tuna), the wagyu, the scallop, which literally melts in your mouth, and the sake (salmon). But honestly, every single piece was exceptional. The subtle seasoning on each piece elevated the fish without overpowering it. Overall, this was a top-tier omakase experience. Incredible quality, amazing service, and a perfectly curated progression of flavor

Klara Raymond a year ago

10/10 would absolutely recommend. We were able to get a reservation a couple days ahead. It was within walking distance from the hotel but there's a handful of parking lots around and I believe street parking (but not entirely sure). We showed up a little early and were sat at the other end of the bar before our reservation started. It was a quiet and dark atmosphere. We ordered two cocktails which were both amazing (unfortunately unable to recall their names, one was a special recommended by the bartender). Once the dinner started, it was prompt service. We did order the caviar upgrade and the sake pairing. They provided the sake and provided guidance on which to drink before which servings. Everything was top quality and tasted amazing, it's really hard to choose which ones were a favorite. We did also order the Waygu Uni at the end. Service was great, drinks were awesome and I would definitely recommend coming here.