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Live sushi station with chef preparing fresh rolls in front of guests at a New York City event

Turn Your Event Into an Experience

A live sushi station is more than catering — it's a performance. Your guests gather around a beautifully appointed station as our trained sushi chef slices, rolls, and plates each piece with the precision and showmanship of a master artisan. The aroma of freshly sliced fish, the rhythmic tap of a knife against a bamboo cutting board, and the visual theater of sushi being crafted to order — it transforms any event into an immersive dining experience that guests will talk about for months.

Our live sushi stations are fully self-contained. We bring the prep station, refrigerated display, all ingredients, serving ware, and of course the chef. Whether your event is indoors at a Manhattan gallery or outdoors on a Brooklyn rooftop, we set up seamlessly and deliver an experience that rivals the best omakase counters in the city.

Who a Live Sushi Station Is For

The interactive nature of a live station makes it a standout addition to virtually any event format. It's especially popular for:

  • Wedding cocktail hours — guests mingle and enjoy freshly made sushi between the ceremony and reception
  • Corporate networking events — the station becomes a natural gathering point that encourages conversation
  • Product launches and brand activations — a premium, Instagram-worthy food experience that aligns with luxury branding
  • Holiday parties and year-end celebrations — an elevated alternative to standard catering
  • Birthday milestones and anniversary dinners — a memorable centerpiece for personal celebrations
  • Art openings, gallery events, and fashion shows — refined food that matches a curated aesthetic

What Is Included

Our live sushi station package is designed to be turnkey — we handle everything so you can focus on your guests:

  • Professional sushi chef — A trained itamae who prepares sushi in front of guests with skill and engaging hospitality
  • Portable sushi station — A sleek, elegant setup including cutting board, display case, and all prep equipment
  • Premium fish selection — Salmon, tuna, yellowtail, shrimp, eel, and seasonal specialties, sourced fresh daily
  • Made-to-order rolls — Guests choose from a curated menu or request custom rolls crafted on the spot
  • All accompaniments — Soy sauce, wasabi, pickled ginger, chopsticks, and elegant disposable or reusable serving ware
  • Complete setup and breakdown — We arrive 60-90 minutes before service, set up the station, and leave the area immaculate

Station Menu Options

Every live station menu is customizable. Our chef prepares a rotating selection throughout the event, keeping the experience dynamic and engaging:

  • Signature Rolls — Spicy tuna, rainbow roll, dragon roll, Philadelphia roll, and our house specialties
  • Nigiri Selection — Salmon, tuna, yellowtail, ebi, unagi, and seasonal options sliced and pressed to order
  • Sashimi Display — Thin-cut premium fish fanned artfully alongside the station for guests to enjoy
  • Hand Rolls (Temaki) — Crispy nori cones filled with rice, fish, and fresh vegetables, made to order
  • Premium Upgrades — Add uni, otoro, A5 wagyu, lobster tempura, or truffle-accented creations

We also accommodate vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free guests with dedicated roll options prepared separately to avoid cross-contamination.

Scalable for Any Venue

Our live sushi station is designed to adapt to any space and guest count. One station with a single chef comfortably serves 50-75 guests over a 2-3 hour event. For larger gatherings, we add additional stations and chefs to ensure smooth flow and minimal wait times.

  • Small events (20-50 guests) — One station, one chef, intimate and personal interaction
  • Mid-size events (50-150 guests) — Two stations positioned strategically for optimal flow
  • Large events (150-500+ guests) — Multiple stations with coordinated menus and dedicated service teams

We've set up live stations in penthouses, rooftops, galleries, hotel ballrooms, corporate atriums, private gardens, and even boats. If you have a venue, we can make it work.

Frequently Asked Questions

A standard live sushi station requires approximately 6-8 feet of table space and access to a nearby electrical outlet for refrigeration. We bring all equipment including the prep station, display case, and serving setup. We can also work with your venue coordinator to find the ideal placement.
Absolutely — that's one of the highlights of the experience. Guests can request specific rolls, choose their preferred fish, and watch the chef create their custom sushi right before their eyes. It's interactive, engaging, and always a crowd favorite.
One station with a single chef comfortably serves 50-75 guests over a 2-3 hour event. For larger events, we add additional stations and chefs to ensure smooth flow and minimal wait times. We'll recommend the ideal configuration based on your guest count and event format.
Yes. Many clients pair our live sushi station with other catering for their event. It works beautifully as a cocktail hour feature, a supplemental station during dinner, or as the star attraction of a food-station-style reception. We coordinate timing with your other vendors seamlessly.

Book a Live Sushi Station

Tell us about your event and we'll design the perfect live station experience — complete with menu, chef, and logistics planning.

Call (646) 882-0156