Mizu: Sushi Haven in the Flatiron District

Mizu serves high-grade sushi out of its location on E 20th street. Helmed by Japanese trained Chef Nakao Hirakata, who previously served as the chef/owner of Mishima restaurant for over 20 years and the owner, David Sunarto who worked his way through the ranks at Benihana and Haru learning the ins and outs of running a successful restaurant, Mizu has made a name for itself within the Flatiron District.

For appetizers, I got an order of shrimp tempura (with a spicy garlic honey sauce and a crunch of fried onions sprinkled on top) and pork buns. I (and my date) thought they were perfect; not too heavy and a wonderful precursor of what was to come. For our entrees, we ordered a couple of Mizu’s signature rolls. I opted for the Gramercy Roll (Tuna, salmon, yellowtail, avocado, and cucumber with dashi nori and wasabi mayo) while my date went for the Rainbow Roll (Crab and cucumber with assorted fish on top). Both dishes were wonderful and I felt like I really got a taste for Mizu’s uniqueness as I’ve never had sushi like this anywhere else. I’d also be remiss if I didn’t mention the Dasaai sake that we had with our mean; it truly was the cherry on top.

Ramen can also be found on the menu with four different types like Tonkotsu Ramen with pork broth, chashu pork, kikurage mushroom, menma bamboo, seasoned soft egg, cabbage, corn and scallion; and Shoya Ramen with bonito broth, chashu pork, kikurage mushroom, menma bamboo, seasoned soft egg, cabbage, corn and scallion and nori. Although I didn’t have any on this visit, I am highly inclined to go back and give you my thoughts on their Ramen as well.

If you’re in the mood for sushi that adds a twist to traditional sushi, you won’t be disappointed with Mizu.