Kappo Masa

Name: Kappo Masa
Address: 976 Madison Avenue, New York, NY, United States, 10075
Telephone: (212) 906-7141
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.6

4.6

658 Reviews

$50 and over

Japanese

976 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10075

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2 people

Apr 29, 2025

9:00 PM

Booked 23 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Fancy
Vegetarian-friendly
Good for business meals

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

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Japanese, Sushi
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:30 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(212) 906-7141
Website
http://kappomasanyc.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Masayoshi Takayama known as "Masa"
Private party facilities
Private room available upon request.

Location
976 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10075
Neighborhood
Upper East Side
Cross street
76th Street
Parking details
Public parking garage located at 35 E. 75th St. between Park & Madison Avenues.
Public transit
6 train to 77th St
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Kappo Masa Omakase
$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.*

Chicken Dumpling with Cilantro$26.00
Hot or Cold Soba Tempura$34.00
Edamame$14.00
Miso Nasu$21.00
Roasted Uni Custard in Half Shell$48.00
- With Summer Truffle$58.00
Shrimp Tempura with Vegetables$34.00
Sauteed Spinach$18.00
Spicy Dancing Shrimp$29.00
Kari Kari Fried Chicken$24.00
Peking Duck Foie Gras Tacos$32.00
Beef Juju$46.00
Beef Sukiyaki w/ Seared Foie Gras$50.00
Robata Chicken$32.00

Soup

Nameko Tofu Miso Soup$12.00

Hibachi Grill

Beef Skewers$32.00
Pork Ribs$30.00
Asparagus Goma Ae$20.00
Cod Miso Butter$42.00
Soy Chicken Wings$24.00
Masa Rib Eye Steak$120.00
Japanese A5 Ohmi Wagyu Tataki w/ Summer Truffle$180.00
Shishito Peppers$16.00

Rice Dishes

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

Surimi Pasta

no gluten 100% seafood noodle

Shrimp Pasta Chili Spicy Tomato$38.00
Surimi Bottarga$35.00
Surimi Shrimp Pappardelle$55.00

Dinner Omakase

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

Sushi and Sashimi

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

Rolls

Masa "Toro Toro"$79.00
Spicy Tuna with Green Chili$28.00
Yellowtail Scallion$26.00
Shrimp$25.00
- Lobster Tempura$49.00
Alaskan King Crab California Roll w/ Tobiko$39.00
Seared Salmon with Avocado and Crispy Flakes$24.00
Tuna with Avocado$23.00
Creamy Miso Tofu with Avocado$19.00
Grilled Maitake w/ Summer Truffle$29.00
Avocado Cucumber$18.00
Grilled or Tempura Asparagus$22.00
Unagi Avocado$49.00
Toro Caviar$280.00
Kanpachi Potato$35.00
Sweet Shrimp Uni Sutomaki$52.00

Summer Cocktails

Heat$24.00
jalapeño infused vodka, fresh lime, muddled cucumber
Cucumber in a Rice Field$25.00
sake, vodka, japanese cucumber
Numero Zero$26.00
mezcal, absinthe, lime juice, crème de violette, chartreuse
Art Basil$28.00
tequila, basil, strawberry, yuzu, lemon
Daybreak$30.00
grapefruit vodka, giffard pamplemousse, grapefruit granité

Non-Alcoholic Drinks

Free Spirit$15.00
Pomegranate juice, lychee purée, mint
Tom Dandy$15.00
Yuzu, ginger ale, lemon syrup

Beer

Hitachino White Ale$15.00
Asahi$15.00
Sapporo Lager$15.00
Echigo Rice Lager$15.00

Wine by the Glass

Sparkling

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

White

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

Rosé

Côtes de Provence, Peyrassol, France 2021
- Glass$20.00
- Bottle$80.00

Red

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

What 658 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

4.7Food
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
3.9Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Kappo Masa offers a luxurious dining experience with "amazing food, amazing service," and "sophisticated taste and presentation." Guests appreciate the "fresh fish" and "innovative dishes." Though some find the pricing high and portion sizes small, the "incredible ambiance" and "welcoming staff" create a memorable visit for many patrons.

658 Reviews

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RUDOLF VIP
Los Angeles11 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fish were absolutely fresh. The service was impeccable. The staff were extremely knowledgeable with about Sushi as well as wine. The staff make you feel at home & very welcomed ! Amazing venue with partnership with the Gogasian gallery next door !
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Hunter
New York City1 review
3.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
Food excellent. Maitre d fantastic. Ambiance perfect. Waitress was incredibly rude and was rushing us to order. The restaurant was half full so couldn’t comprehend why she had an attitude. I rarely tip less than 20% but unfortunately had too this afternoon:(
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Jen VIP
Caribbean7 reviews
3.0
Dined on April 18, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Took too long - almost 45 mins waiting for main. Sorry’
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Antonio
Toronto1 review
5.0
Dined on April 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Will definitely be back!! Definitely a place to impress.
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ayla
New York City1 review
4.0
Dined on April 5, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Love this place, been many times! Great miso creme brulee and miso soup.
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Marcela VIP
New York City5 reviews
1.0
Dined on March 31, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
I had been here once a couple years ago and the food was excellent and even though it was a super expensive meal, it was worth it. So my kids booked it for an encore and what a disappointment. The food was marginal in comparison, borderline bad. The fish didn’t taste fresh. Definitely not worth 300 per person. The whole experience was very, very disappointing. Never going back.
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Andrea VIP
New York City26 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and service! I keep going back, we love it.
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John VIP
New York City21 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 28, 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 February 28, 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 February 19, 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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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 658 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Apr 29, 2025

9:00 PM

Booked 23 times today

Experiences are available.

976 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10075

Additional information

Cross street
76th Street
Neighborhood
Upper East Side
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:30 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Japanese, Sushi
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Public parking garage located at 35 E. 75th St. between Park & Madison Avenues.
Public transit
6 train to 77th St
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Masayoshi Takayama known as "Masa"
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://kappomasanyc.com/
Phone number
(212) 906-7141
Private party facilities
Private room available upon request.

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Kappo Masa

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Kappo Masa Omakase

Chef Tasting Menu

Chilled

Masa Toro Tartare Caviar$98.00

Deep Sea Snapper Ponzu$42.00

Tuna Avocado Tartare$38.00

Tai Summer Truffle Ceviche$42.00

Toro Wasabi Ceviche$58.00

Kanpachi with Serrano Potato Julienne$36.00

Salads

Kale Gobo Frisée$24.00

Spicy Cucumber with Avocado$24.00

Watercress Beets Wasabi Slaw$22.00

Wakame Seaweed Yuzu Vinaigrette$30.00

Warm

Chicken Dumpling with Cilantro$26.00

Hot or Cold Soba Tempura$34.00

Edamame$14.00

Miso Nasu$21.00

Roasted Uni Custard in Half Shell$48.00

Shrimp Tempura with Vegetables$34.00

Sauteed Spinach$18.00

Spicy Dancing Shrimp$29.00

Kari Kari Fried Chicken$24.00

Peking Duck Foie Gras Tacos$32.00

Beef Juju$46.00

Beef Sukiyaki w/ Seared Foie Gras$50.00

Robata Chicken$32.00

Soup

Nameko Tofu Miso Soup$12.00

Hibachi Grill

Beef Skewers$32.00

Pork Ribs$30.00

Asparagus Goma Ae$20.00

Cod Miso Butter$42.00

Soy Chicken Wings$24.00

Masa Rib Eye Steak$120.00

Japanese A5 Ohmi Wagyu Tataki w/ Summer Truffle$180.00

Shishito Peppers$16.00

Rice Dishes

Mushroom Fried Rice$32.00

Beef Fried Rice$38.00

Duck Fried Rice with Foie Gras$45.00

Lobster Fried Rice$48.00

Surimi Pasta

Shrimp Pasta Chili Spicy Tomato$38.00

Surimi Bottarga$35.00

Surimi Shrimp Pappardelle$55.00

Dinner Omakase

Sushi and Sashimi

Toro, Fatty Tuna, Boston Blue Fin$24.00

Akami, Lean Tuna, Boston Blue Fin$12.00

Sake, Salmon, New Zealand King$10.00

Hirame, Fluke, Kyushu, Japan$11.00

Tai, Sea Bream, Kyushu, Japan$11.00

Kinmedai, Golden Eye Snapper, Chiba, Japan$11.00

Hamachi, Yellowtail, Niigata, Japan$11.00

Shimaaji, Island Jack Fish, Wakayama, Japan$11.00

Kampachi, Amber Jack, Shikoku Island, Japan$10.00

Saba, Japanese Mackerel, Oita, Japan$11.00

Uni, Sea Urchin, Hokkaido, Japan$36.00

Tarabagani, King Crab, Alaska$16.00

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

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

Unagi, Fresh Water Eel, Kyushu, Japan$13.00

Ikura, Salmon Roe, Hokkaido, Japan$10.00

Tobiko, Flying Fish Roe, Hokkaido, Japan$9.00

Amaebi, Sweet Shrimp, Hokkaido, Japan$19.00

Summer Truffle Ball, Italy$42.00

Rolls

Masa "Toro Toro"$79.00

Spicy Tuna with Green Chili$28.00

Yellowtail Scallion$26.00

Shrimp$25.00

Alaskan King Crab California Roll w/ Tobiko$39.00