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Megu Tribeca

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For two star Japanese, try Megu in New York. Located in the Tribeca area, this restaurant is expensive. The menu is enormous. Upon entering the restaurant, you'll find a romantic atmosphere. This restaurant features private rooms, a full bar, and brunch. This restaurant is open late and good for groups.

Expert Reviews of Megu Tribeca

Citysearch | A Japanese restaurateur introduces high-style sushi and organic ingredients in his breathtaking downtown digs.

Every inch of the original Megu (there's a second one in midtown) is meticulously designed in a mix of modern and antique motifs. Porcelain rice-bowl columns teeter high above the auditorium-sized dining area,...
citysearch.com - expert review - 12/18/2006
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Citysearch | Trump hires Koji's Imai's decadent Japanese restaurant for his midtown digs.

The name of Koji Imai's upscale Japanese empire translates as "blessing," and the benediction for this latest midtown outpost comes from the Don himself--Trump, that is. Decor makes a few nods to its far-east...
citysearch.com - expert review - 09/14/2006
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Citysearch | Bar overlooking Megu Japanese restaurant a destination in its own right.

The high style of Megu, the restaurant the lounge overlooks, continues in the breathtaking upstairs space, wallpapered with bolts of antique kimono fabric. A wall of glass windows lets drinkers peer at the...
citysearch.com - expert review - 11/15/2004
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AOL CityGuide

sophisticated japanese in a lavish tribeca spot...
cityguide.aol.com - expert review
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New York Times

the menu at megu begins with some counsel, or rather cheerleading, asking you to explore the 9 ensuing pages "as you would a beautiful garden" what a lovely wish, and what a ludicrous one. without a machete...
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New York Magazine

"great service and excellent sushi"...
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OpenTable

on our contemporary quest for the ancient ideal of the ultimate food experience, we recognize no borders, only the centuries of innovation dedicated to it's pursuit. in our pursuit of the perfect culinary...
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Gayot

megu (which means "blessing" in japanese) is set on two levels and 13,000-square-feet of shadowy space. the $6 million restaurant, designed by yasumichi morita, is dynamic and sexy, so, as you might imagine,...
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OpenTable

Join us on a sensual journey through the culinary delights of Japan! The finest organic ingredients from across the globe arrive in our kitchen daily, so we bring to your table an array of dazzling culinary...
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OpenTable

With a well-deserved reputation for spectacular food and attentive service, Megu's innovative Japanese cuisine will delight your aesthetic senses and awaken your taste buds. Alongside some of the choicest...
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User Reviews of Megu Tribeca

Yelp.com Review - by David C.

4 of 5 stars. went there on a date and the both of us were blown away by the layout and decor of the restaurant. if u are into impressing a date or business associates u will be a hit for suggesting megu. as u…
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Joleen Z.

5 of 5 stars. Megu is a class act and the ambiance, large banquettes in the middle of the main room and the delicious food are all perfection. The servers are extremely knowledgable about the menu, the sommelier is…
yelp.com - user review - 05/25/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Arlene J.

5 of 5 stars. What?? I haven't written a review for this place yet?? Check this place out. It's huge and lovely and the food is divine. The waitress was friendly and the wine she suggested I pair with my pork chops…
yelp.com - user review - 05/01/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Susan C.

4 of 5 stars. Buddha Buddha. Rub the ice buddha's belly, and he shall grant your wish. Yea, I know..like me you wished for the teriyaki foie grois skewers, kobe beef croquettes, and kobe steak..Mmm..
yelp.com - user review - 05/01/2008
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Megu. Japanese

This place is an eyesight! When you walk in you feel like it you are walkin into a temple. It is nicely design! The food is average though. I highly recommend that you try the Crispy asparagus!
kudzu.com - user review - 04/28/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jonathan N.

3 of 5 stars. OK, I have to agree with the rest of the Yelp reviews and say that Megu is a little pretentious and overpriced for what it is. However, the food isn't terrible. I found most of it to be decent in…
yelp.com - user review - 04/15/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Marissa B.

4 of 5 stars. The place is GORGEOUS - huge and elegant entranceway into the actual restaurant as well as the dining room. it's clear that every element of the design has been calculated and thought out - so much…
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Tony S.

3 of 5 stars. I rate this 3.5. I've eaten at this Megu about 8 times over 2 years, mainly because I know exactly what to expect when dining with fund managers that haven't yet climbed the ladder to the epicure…
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jared K.

5 of 5 stars. This place was great. I had thought Nobu 57 was the top of the Japanese heap here in Manhattan, but boy was I wrong. From the moment you walk in the front door, this place assaults you with top notch…
yelp.com - user review - 03/07/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Vikram A.

5 of 5 stars. The concierge at my hotel was able to get us last minute reservations at Megu, so we decided to go check it out. Breaking this down, I'll start out with the ambiance. Now, I'm a guy who likes his…
yelp.com - user review - 03/04/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by jeff c.

3 of 5 stars. Pricey, Overhyped. They supposedly have aged soy sauce and only use Evian water for their sushi rice. Good service. Must get: Edamame soup w/ rosemary stick
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Lauren R.

5 of 5 stars. one of my favorite restaurants of all time -- everything is fabulous here. From the food to the atmosphere -- it's a classic.
yelp.com - user review - 02/29/2008
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Kobe Beef is delicious!

I was expecting to find the 6-course tasting menu to be $70-$75, it was actually $95 on the menu. So we didn't do that. We tried the Kobe Beef carpaccio, it was divine. So soft & tender. Had the shashimi...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/27/2008
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how to eat like a new yorker (or, get to know your local MEGU)

I've been a New Yorker for 13 years now, and if there's one thing that I have learned in my experiences in the city is that you can spend a lot of money here - or you can know where to go. Everything about...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/22/2008
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BLOWN AWAY, both by superior quality and by price!

wow. This restaurant was everything that I was told it was. The place was recommended to me by a friend saying that, "it was going to be expensive, but well worth it". He owed me on a debt, so I took his money...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/22/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Susan H.

2 of 5 stars. This place has really come down over the years. Perhaps, due to the popularity and trendiness, so service and food has deteriorated. What a shame. Do not come here for Restaurant Week. That's all…
yelp.com - user review - 02/21/2008
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With all the eateries in NYC, don't bother with this one

Save your money and time! With all the amazing places in NYC, this place is not worth it! We went since we'd read all the reviews and about this great Japanese place. It was a Sunday of a long weekend. Only...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/18/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jennifer Y.

5 of 5 stars. Megu met my expectations for a restaurant that dazzles and draws celebrities alike. I went for my bday, a treat courtesy of my SO. The food is very, very authentic. I had tons of dishes. The handmade…
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Matt T.

2 of 5 stars. Injury to insult: Just really not that great. Went here for restaurant week with coworkers and we find paper napkins. I mean CMON. do they not realize that if you're wearing a suit this type of napkin…
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by sarah d.

5 of 5 stars. Went to megu for the second time this past saturday. I would highly recommend doing as we did and getting the omakase - which, btw, is a mix of dishes as well as sushi (and you can specify anything…
yelp.com - user review - 02/11/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by ALICE D.

4 of 5 stars. Went during RW week, and because someone else made the reservation. I would never normally pick this restaurant..all the mega Japanese restaurants sound the same, and this place definitely has the…
yelp.com - user review - 02/11/2008
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Thoroughly classy, but not quite perfect

My wife and I went to Megu Midtown for our anniversary, having heard it was a romantic place and obviously upscale and trendy. It's definitely upscale and trendy - off the chart on that - but it wasn't quite...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/07/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Scarlett S.

4 of 5 stars. I would gladly give this place 5 stars, if it weren't for the wait, given you have reservations. I've been here twice and both trips to the Kimono Bar I experienced inattentive service. I love the…
yelp.com - user review - 02/05/2008
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Classy but Chaotic

Place has style. I wish it could always live up to it though. If compared to a machine: top tuning, not well oiled since. Food was great, japanese flavors well balanced towards american palate. Plating was...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/02/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Helen C.

5 of 5 stars. I went there last night with a couple of my girlfriends and had the most delectable dinner! The portions were impressive given that we were there for restaurant week. We had the sashimi salad…
yelp.com - user review - 02/01/2008
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bad service/bad food

Went to Megu for restaurant week with some friends-first all Brett our waiter acted liked he didn't want to be there. Everytime he left our table he gave his other co-workers a look and nodded over to my table...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/31/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by luisa c.

1 of 5 stars. Ripoff!!!!!!! The quality / size / price relation of the food is simply ridiculous. To top it of, the ambiance sucks. Mostly older people staying at the hotel. I was the youngest person in that place.…
yelp.com - user review - 01/31/2008
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terrible service - but may have been due to restaurant week

Terrible service. Decent food. maybe it was because it was restaurant week. but as I looked around, I thought to myself...probably won't ever be back.
citysearch.com - user review - 01/30/2008
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Good Lunch

I enjoyed Megu Midtown's menu for restaurant week. The first course was a Caesar salad which was very tasty and for the entree I had the sushi selection while my colleague had the Kobe beef. I found the sushi...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/30/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Chi N.

1 of 5 stars. ok this place was so bad that i haven't even fully changed outta my clothes yet so that i can sit down and write this review. i went here for restaurant week... but i also ordered outside of the…
yelp.com - user review - 01/29/2008
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Overated

Nice decor, small portions, really $$$. Went here for Restaurant week. It was nice place, very trendy New York. But the food wasnt very good. And I ended up getting a slice of pizza after having a "3 course...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/28/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Elaine R.

4 of 5 stars. Very fun and interesting place. Went for Restaurant Week. It was very busy but we had a great time. Funny to have to wait in line with the doorman to speak to the reception but I guess that keeps…
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Daiana N.

5 of 5 stars. Great place, great food, great service. Went there for couple of times, first time was for my b-day about 2 years ago, we had a special red room reserved, and boy I never had so much fun with food in…
yelp.com - user review - 01/23/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Rebecca H.

4 of 5 stars. Came here for lunch today for Restaurant Week. It was absolutely beautiful inside and a nice respit from the chilly temps.
yelp.com - user review - 01/22/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jason C.

2 of 5 stars. Ugh. What a disappointment. Someone told me Megu was the new Nobu. Clearly, this person had not been to both. After waiting all week in anticipation of a mind-blowingly good Japanese meal, I walked out…
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Hannah C.

3 of 5 stars. i just went here today for lunch for restaurant week. i was disappointed from the beginning of our dining experience. the place was not too packed, but the hostess takes us to the back of the…
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Amina B.

4 of 5 stars. The place is really beautiful but they had first seated us right by the sushi bar in some tiny tables right by the set-up station. There were plenty of tables available so I don't understand why they…
yelp.com - user review - 12/28/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by joe d.

5 of 5 stars. I was in NY for just a couple of days and had the opportunity to eat here. It was highly recommended, so I put it on my list of must see spots. Dude, I am so glad I went. I started out at the bar,…
yelp.com - user review - 12/21/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by michael L.

5 of 5 stars. The place is really nice and the food was really good. The negative reviews have it wrong. If you cant afford this place, thats not a reason for it being a bad place!
yelp.com - user review - 12/15/2007
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Terrible service, ruined birthday celebration

My husband made reservations at Megu NYC for my birthday and it was the worst experience imaginable. First, it took him 3 days to make reservations for our table (18 people), as his information was passed from...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/09/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by irene s.

1 of 5 stars. My husband made reservations at Megu NYC for my birthday and it was the worst experience imaginable. First, it took him 3 days to make reservations for our table (18 people), as his information was…
yelp.com - user review - 12/09/2007
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poor service, ruined birthday

My husband made reservations at Megu NYC for my birthday and it was the not a good experience. First, it took him 3 days to make reservations for our table (18 people), as his information was passed from...
menupages.com - user review - 12/09/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Sun-Kai P.

3 of 5 stars. Megu is no goo We were in NYC with some clients and wanted to take them to a nice restaurant. So I asked my friend in NYC for some recomendations. She said their was a new restaurant that everyone in…
yelp.com - user review - 12/03/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Dave L.

3 of 5 stars. At its best, Megu can hold its own against any top-tier Japanese restaurant in the City. I ordered the omakase, and got some of the richest, melt-in-your-mouth cuts of salmon and tuna I've had in a…
yelp.com - user review - 11/30/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Charles C.

4 of 5 stars. 4 stars for a few reasons. Physically, this place is amazing. The owners really went out of their way to decorate this place to wow the crowd. I really give them propz for making the dining…
yelp.com - user review - 11/22/2007
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just great!

One of the best Japance dining experiences you can find in NYC. Great food, service and decor. The foie gras kobe ball are to die for! the sushi is fresh and delicious. Also try to the sea bass wrapped in...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/18/2007
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Wonderful Service and food

Very impressed with the attention to detail of service from everyone in the restaurant from the hostess to the waiter to the manager making sure we were having the best possible dining experience. And don't...
menupages.com - user review - 11/15/2007
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First Timer For Lunch

I am fortunate to be able to visit a large number of Manahttan restaurants for lunch and based on a recent trip to Megu, I give it 5 stars across the board based on my experience (lunch). Entering this...
menupages.com - user review - 11/09/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by jenna t.

3 of 5 stars. basically its one of those good japanese fusion restaurants with too small portions but really good food... i would have liked to get bigger portions but hey its new york... what do you expect skirt…
yelp.com - user review - 11/04/2007
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Great Lunch Ever

Last week, me and my girlfriends went out for lunch to Megu in Tribeca. This was my first time because I hear this restaurant is pretty expensive and I just didn't have a chance to go there. But I keep hearing...
menupages.com - user review - 11/01/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by anthony s.

5 of 5 stars. This place is amazing. The Japanese food and the service is great. It is on the expensive side but worth every penny.
yelp.com - user review - 10/24/2007
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Hello New Love

Last night I dined at MEGU - their Tribeca location which is their Flagship restaurant. I have heard about Megu through friends in the restaurant business, but truly was a die-hard fan of Nobu -- how can...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/22/2007
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The Best Deal Lunch

Today, I just had a great lunch at MEGU. This restaurant has the image of fancy and a bit expensive to afford. But they do have a great deal for lunch. Me and my friend both ordered MEGU Combination Lunch...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/10/2007
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Yum! Great time!

I was very skeptical about going because of the other reviews. But all my friends who went thought it was amazing. I've been to the downtown location before and was absolutely blown away by both the food and...
menupages.com - user review - 10/10/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Carolyn S.

2 of 5 stars. My boyfriend and I were visiting to Chicago and came to Megu because his Amex Concierge recommended it. We had the tasting menu and it was pretty blah. A couple of things were good but nothing…
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2007
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Birthday party @ MEGU

I attended one of the best Birthday parties EVER @ the MEGU in Tribeca. I never knew how large their bar & lounge space was... as there was definetly over 100 for my girlfriends party last weekend. I was truly...
menupages.com - user review - 09/28/2007
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Great Beef and Celebrity Sighting

A couple of nights ago, me and my boyfriend went to MEGU with another couple. We always love their food and atmosphere so we go there whenever we have special guests. That night we enjoyed our favorite dishes...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/21/2007
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Absolute waste of money

This was the most disappointing $500 meal I've ever eaten in the city. I've been to Megu downtown before and thought it was pretty good so I was expecting the same quality etc. We got the omakase (tasting...
menupages.com - user review - 09/21/2007
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Great mix of everything

I went here for a business dinner and had a blast! Our waiter looked exactly like Chris Tucker and he was really funny. The only annoying part of the night was that I dont eat seafood and they would not alter...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/19/2007
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Don't bother

I dined at Megu with a client last week. The decor is beautiful however, the service was not good. When I first walked in and was walked to my table, the host did not pull the table for me to sit. It was a...
menupages.com - user review - 09/19/2007
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Best Value Lunch

I know MEGU has the reputation of a bit pricy restaurant. But, try their lunch on weekdays. It's only $25 and includes salad, soup, main, desert and green tea. My recommendation for main is definitely...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/17/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Yvonne Y.

4 of 5 stars. fish like butta...(only without any butter...of course) The ambiance and food were amazing, beautiful and over the top. It's really hard not to gawk when walking into this deep cavernous restaurant.…
yelp.com - user review - 09/17/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Peter K.

2 of 5 stars. I dined here a month ago and was ready for a treat. Everyone selected the pre-fix (you can view the photos). I was most impressed with my steak and the foie gras and the excellent plating for all…
yelp.com - user review - 09/14/2007
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All hype no worth!

We decided to go over to Megu spur of the moment. We got there and were told they could seat us in 5 minutes. We headed over to the bar and sat...and sat...and sat. After getting up 4 times to see what the...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/11/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Mei Mei J.

5 of 5 stars. I go to New York usually twice a year for the last 10 years and always love to eat out at nice restaurants. I went to Megu for my birthday one year. I was very impress.This place is best service I…
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Melodie M.

3 of 5 stars. In my opinion, this restaurant is the epitome of trendy. The design is gorgeous, the crowd is upper east side rich: I'm talking young girls with done-up hair and WAY too much make-up and finance guys…
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Danielle R.

4 of 5 stars. Long overdue review - been awhile since I was in NYC! We had a great table right near the sushi bar, so my brothers could sit with the sushi chefs, and us girls could sit and have conversation over a…
yelp.com - user review - 08/30/2007
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Sushi in a Sauna

My girlfriend and I had dinner at Megu last weekend and it was a huge dissappointment. First of all, the bartenders seemed like they couldnt care less that we were there. And then, when we sat down for dinner,...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/29/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Brianna S.

4 of 5 stars. Went here for appetizers and drinks with a friend (we just sat at the bar). The service was great, the ambiance of the kimono room is awesome and the food was really good. Worth checking out just to…
yelp.com - user review - 08/29/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Ro N.

5 of 5 stars. Everything is fabulous!!!!! Love the decor and love the KOBE beef!!!!
yelp.com - user review - 08/29/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Erica P.

2 of 5 stars. Sigh... I was dying to come here, since they opened! After many failed attempts I got to go for lunch yesterday. (On an expense account, so I will not make any reference to the prices) The menu and…
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2007
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Really, really, not worth it.

The good: gorgeous space and good (not great), service. The bad: rediculously small portions for rediculously high prices. The ugly: the hustle to sell bottled water when a drink is around $15 and a glass of...
menupages.com - user review - 08/22/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Kathleen C.

4 of 5 stars. Ok, being a boring midwesterner, I was very excited to take a client to lunch at Megu, especially after visiting the website. Megu is, in the opinion of said midwesterner, very New York. Very trendy,…
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2007
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Terribly uncomfortable experience...