ocated in the East Village, not too far from the bustling area of St. Marks, I felt ashamed how I’ve driven by this place so many times without paying attention to it. Better late than never. The restaurant felt more rustic and warm than the trendy Oyster Bar, but had the same casual upbeat vibe. A stack of fresh oysters submersed in ice by the bar assured us that this was going to be just as fun and delicious.
What I saw at the bottom of the stairs brought excitement and joy. A sushi bar with about 8 seats, 3 chefs behind the counter executing their craft, and a few tables along the narrow walkway. It felt like an utopia of Japanese cuisine, intimate and authentic. We sat down at the bar, which I have to admit is a first for me.
Carrying his father’s legacy, and the weight of the last name, Marc Forgione opened his restaurant in 2008 under the name “Forge”, a nickname he shared with his father.
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