How to Get a Reservation at Masa in New York
Masa is the three-Michelin-star sushi counter at Columbus Circle and one of the most expensive meals in America. The short answer: it books on a rolling window with prepayment, so the release minute and cancellation watching are the realistic ways in.
The short answer
Masa opens reservations on a rolling window a set number of days in advance, typically with prepayment or a deposit given the price of the omakase, which keeps the tiny counter extremely tight. The realistic paths are to be ready at the exact release minute or to catch a cancellation. Confirm the current platform, release time, and deposit terms on the live listing.
Rose watches Masa continuously and books the instant a seat opens under your name, so you do not have to win the release race alone.
What it is known for and where it sits
On the fourth floor of the Time Warner Center at Columbus Circle, on the southwest edge of the Upper West Side, Masa is chef Masa Takayama's three-Michelin-star sushi counter, an omakase experience that ranks among the most expensive meals in the United States. The handful of counter seats and the price keep it exclusive by design.
Every seating is contested given the few seats. Weeknights are marginally easier than weekends.
- Be ready at the exact release minute with payment details saved.
- Weeknights open a bit more often than weekend seatings at the small counter.
- Watch for cancellations as the date approaches, since deposits make them less frequent but still real.
Want Masa without the scramble? Text Rose and we will watch it for you.
Frequently asked
Does Masa require a deposit to reserve?
Masa typically requires prepayment or a deposit given the cost of the omakase, which keeps cancellations and no-shows low. Confirm the current deposit terms and platform on its live listing before booking.
How many seats does Masa have?
Masa is a small sushi counter with only a handful of seats, which is why every seating is contested. Be ready at the exact release minute, and watch for the occasional cancellation.
Can Rose book Masa for me?
Yes. Text Rose the date and party size. We watch Masa continuously and book the moment a seat opens, under your own name, then confirm by text.