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Masahiro Urushido
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Awards & recognition
2 total
2 winners
i. Biography
He has said, "What hooked me was the professionalism—all these servers and maître d’s and sommeliers—it was just a glamorous environment."
The Climb
Service polish and barroom discipline show up early in Masahiro Urushido’s path: a pizza delivery job in Tokyo, then bartending at Saxon + Parole until 2018.
Today
The West Village bar runs with Masahiro Urushido as Managing Partner and Director of Deliciousness. The title signals what the room asks of the craft: control of service, taste, and consistency, not just behind the bar but across the house.
Career - Bartender — Katana Kitten, West Village, New York City (2018–present) - Pizza delivery worker — Tokyo - Bartender — Saxon + Parole (until 2018)
Signature
Masahiro Urushido’s signature dishes include The Japanese Art of the Cocktail and a named expression of the style and frame he brings to the bar.
In Their Words “What hooked me was the professionalism—all these servers and maître d’s and sommeliers—it was just a glamorous environment.”
Recognition
Masahiro Urushido’s honors include Bartender of the Year (2022).
FAQ What is Masahiro Urushido's current role? As of 2026, Masahiro Urushido is Managing Partner and Director of Deliciousness. Where did Masahiro Urushido work before? Masahiro Urushido's earlier career included Saxon + Parole. What recognition has Masahiro Urushido received? Bartender of the Year (2022).
