Jewel Bako

EAST VILLAGE. Widely regarded as one of the Village's best options for sushi, Jack and Grace Lamb's snug little "gem" on Fifth Street roundly deserves any and all accolades it receives. From the chic bamboo arches to the coveted sushi bar, the space typifies many of those qualities out-of-towners often associate when the term "cool neighborhood eatery in NYC" comes up. Of course, the fare more than pulls its weight. Traditional, simple, and always fresh – what Jewel's kitchen does with tuna toro, golden-eye snapper and blue mackerel is nothing short of magical. They also have several artisan sakes available. TRAIN: 6 to Astor Pl