Zuma New York

Zuma New York Zuma New York is an internationally acclaimed Japanese restaurant located at 261 Madison Avenue in midtown Manhattan. With a design incorporating both global and unique New York elements, the restaurant offers a dining experience centered around sharing plates inspired by the izakaya dining style. Zuma's three kitchens offer authentic yet alluring options highlighting quality ingredients. Visit www.zumarestaurant.com for more information.
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10/24/2026

our favorite corners of the lounge at Zuma New York 🫶 from signature cocktails to sounds from our resident DJ, the lounge at Zuma New York is not a stop along the way — it’s the destination ❤️‍🔥

our favorite seafood dishes, straight from the robata to your table🔥 ZumaNewYork🥢 salt grilled branzino with spicy bur...
10/19/2026

our favorite seafood dishes, straight from the robata to your table🔥 ZumaNewYork

🥢 salt grilled branzino with spicy burnt tomato

🥢 jumbo grilled tiger prawn with yuzu pepper

🥢 miso marinated block cod wrapped in hoba leaf

🥢 grilled chilean seabass with green chili + ginger dressing

🥢 grilled scallops with pickled plum, shiso + mentaiko butter

🥢 roasted lobster with shiso ponzu butter

10/16/2026

a taste of Zuma in the heart of NYC 🗽 our sushi platters are made to order, bringing the artistry of our contemporary JapaneE cuisine to every bite 🍣🥢

some our favorite maki 🥢+ fatty tuna roll with finely diced scallion + oscietra caviar + spicy tuna roll with green chi...
10/15/2026

some our favorite maki 🥢

+ fatty tuna roll with finely diced scallion + oscietra caviar

+ spicy tuna roll with green chili, spicy mayo + tobiko

+ special chu toro maki with seared toro + oscietra caviar

+ spicy yellowtail roll with serrano pepper, wasabi mayo + avocado

+ salmon avocado roll with tenkasu + kizami wasabi

10/09/2026

your Friday night, elevated 🍣🍸 the second floor bar + lounge at Zuma New York is open from 5pm for drinks, dinner + sounds from our resident DJ ❤️‍🔥

your Zuma favorites, one bite at a time 🥢 how many of these dishes do you recognize? 🩵 🥢 thinly sliced seabass sashim...
10/06/2026

your Zuma favorites, one bite at a time 🥢 how many of these dishes do you recognize? 🩵

🥢 thinly sliced seabass sashimi with yuzu, truffle + salmon roe

🥢 a5 striploin wagyu steak

🥢 sliced yellowtail with green chili relish + pickled garlic

🥢 nigiri 9 selection

🥢 tuna tataki with ponzu + chili daikon

🥢 chirashi maki — crafted with salmon, tuna, seabass, yellowtail + avocado

10/05/2026

next stop: Zuma New York 🚇🍸 in the city that never sleeps, there’s always time for an espresso martini in our bar + lounge 🤎

10/05/2026

Next stop: Zuma New York 🚇🍸 in the city that never sleeps, there’s always time for an espresso martini in our bar + lounge 🤎

introducing our limited-edition Breast Cancer Awareness Month dessert, available October 1 in all U.S sites 🇺🇸🎗️ enjoy o...
09/28/2026

introducing our limited-edition Breast Cancer Awareness Month dessert, available October 1 in all U.S sites 🇺🇸🎗️ enjoy our calpico white chocolate mousse with matcha cake, topped with raspberry + cashew crumble — for a cause 💓 for each dessert sold, a portion of the proceeds will be donated to breast cancer research.

on the menu tonight: dinner at Zuma New York ❤️‍🔥
09/23/2026

on the menu tonight: dinner at Zuma New York ❤️‍🔥

we are approaching festive season and our private dining rooms are booking up fast 🎄 inquire today about booking your ho...
09/17/2026

we are approaching festive season and our private dining rooms are booking up fast 🎄 inquire today about booking your holiday luncheons, dinners + gatherings at Zuma New York 🩵

09/15/2026

if you know Zuma, you know our miso black cod 🩵 served globally at all our restaurants, no dinner reservation at Zuma is complete without one to share for the table 🥢

09/11/2026

our favorite design features at Zuma New York — shown here is a row of illuminated openwork lanterns in the windows which line Madison Avenue, symbolizing the buildings that define Manhattan’s skyline 🏙️

the illuminated Zuma sign we all know + love in our second floor lounge ❤️‍🔥

between the sushi + robata counters, the restaurant features a sake wall showcasing just a few of more than 80 varieties of sake offered at Zuma New York 🍶

slatted steel booths called koyas, translated as “little pods” in Japanese, create an intimate dinnngexperience for groups 🍽️

industrial iron passageways bring the raw character of Manhattan into Zuma New York, using distressed and patinaed metal to create a dramatic contrast against the restaurant’s ambient lighting

monkeypod wood imported from Thailand is one of the signature natural materials within Zuma New York’s design, creating a striking contrast against the restaurantes raw iron, steel and granite 🪵

a closer look at some of the desserts often featured on our dessert platters 👀🥄 🍌 green tea and banana cake + coconut...
09/09/2026

a closer look at some of the desserts often featured on our dessert platters 👀🥄

🍌 green tea and banana cake + coconut ice cream

🍨 special chocolate cake with a caramel praline center

🥭 baked cheesecake + guava sorbet

🥄 crunchy hazelnut bar + coffee miso ice cream

🥄 exotic chawan mushi — coconut custard, fresh mango and papaya + passion fruit foam

🥧 pecan pie sundae — with kokuto caramel, crunchy pecans, wafer + roasted sweet potato and banana milk ice cream

Address

261 Madison Avenue
New York, NY
10016

If you are taking public transport to Madison Avenue in New York, take the subway and get off at either 59th Street or 63rd/Lexington Station. Walk south on Madison Avenue until you reach the restaurant.

If you are driving to Madison Avenue, take the FDR Drive and exit at 61st Street. Turn left onto 1st Avenue, then left again onto East 60th Street. Turn right onto Madison and the restaurant will be on your left. There is limited street parking available, but there are also parking garages nearby including Icon Parking at 40 East 61st Street and SP+ Parking at 127 East 58th Street.

Opening Hours

Monday 11:45am - 3pm
5:30pm - 11:30pm
Tuesday 11:45am - 3pm
5:30pm - 11:30pm
Wednesday 11:45am - 3pm
5:30pm - 11:30pm
Thursday 11:45am - 3pm
5:30pm - 11:30pm
Friday 11:45am - 3pm
5:30pm - 11:30pm
Saturday 5:30pm - 11:30pm
Sunday 5:30pm - 10:30pm

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Japanese restaurants are known for their exquisite cuisine, unique flavors, and impeccable presentation. Zuma New York, located on Madison Avenue, is a prime example of a Japanese restaurant that embodies all these qualities and more.

Zuma New York is the eighth location in the international collection of this award-winning restaurant. The brainchild of co-founder and creator Rainer Becker, Zuma has gained worldwide acclaim for its modern take on Japanese cuisine.

The restaurant's interior design by Noriyoshi Muramatsu of Studio Glitt captures the elegance and style of Zuma worldwide while incorporating unique elements that are distinctly New York. The two-level space offers an inviting atmosphere that is perfect for intimate dinners or larger gatherings.

Zuma's menu features dishes designed to share, inspired by the informal dining style of izakaya. The three kitchens present authentic yet alluring options with bold flavors and simple presentation that highlight quality ingredients. From sushi to robata-grilled meats and vegetables, every dish at Zuma is a work of art.

Overall, Zuma New York is a must-visit destination for anyone looking to experience modern Japanese cuisine at its finest. With its exceptional food, stunning ambiance, and impeccable service, it's no wonder why this internationally acclaimed restaurant continues to attract diners from around the world. Visit www.zumarestaurant.com for more information.