A DOMODOMO in Closter?!? Okay, not exactly. But this is definitely a spinoff of DOMODOMO, my favorite Japanese restaurant in Jersey City. Maybe this place can be thought of as a mini DOMODOMO specializing in katsu (fried pork). The food is definitely DOMODOMO quality. Loved the pork katsu - it's fried nice and crispy and packed with flavor in each bite. Chicken katsu was also fried well and delicious. I also enjoyed the niku udon as a nice comforting noodle bowl. And sushi was also delicious and you could taste the freshness of the fish. They have a weekday lunch special but lunch portions were a bit small. Ambiance felt a little more upscale than a standard Japanese place, but not pretentious. Service was very good - waiters were very attentive. We'll be back. We haven't had to make reservations, but that might change as more people discover this place... read more

The food is fabulous - the corn corn appetizer was very unique and unexpected. We had the Pork Katsu, Mazemen and Niku Udon. The drinks in a clear "soda-like" container is very unique. Service was terrific and the venue is perfect - it's very comfortable and plenty of parking available. The china for the teapot was pretty banged up. read more

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Another visit to Domoto We ordered our favorite udon - Mazeman ($19) !!!! Still soooo good. My friend's Kimchi udon was just regular, similar to any broth with kimchi. Pork Loin donkatsu was soooo tender and thick - just that it is only one piece and pricey for that one piece !!!!! For $21 !!! The appetizer Corn corn was simple enough while waiting for the udon to come out. We mixed the rice that comes with the donkatsu with the Mazeman sauce leftover, and it was as if we had another new dish !!!! Worth the money !!!! read more

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I discovered Domoto through pictures on social media of their eye-catching space. If you're into minimalism, you can't get better than the quiet, mellow vibes of this Japanese restaurant. I also came for their noodle bar. There's a window in the dining area that looks directly into the noodle-making room on site. I couldn't resist the opportunity to watch someone put on a live striptease show of my dinner. Sadly, the chef wasn't in when I visited, but trust me when I say the texture of these noodles are unreal. They're dense and chewy, so much that I had to ask if these were rice or flour noodles. It turned out to be made from flour, but it's got a glutinous heft and chew that made me think of rice. The mazeman dish is one of the noodle entrees that employs these freshly made noodles. I wasn't sure how spicy pork, almond butter, butter and scallions would come together, but it absolutely works. The aesthetics of the restaurant alone are worth a visit, but to make things even better, service is top notch. Not only was my server kind, warm, and attentive, but he was open with suggestions on how to better enjoy my meal. For instance, after I dug into my katsu appetizer, he brought over a little dish of a dark grey dressing. "It's a house-made black sesame dressing," he explained. "I personally like it with the cabbage." He was spot on. I was already loving the lightly dressed salad, but a little drizzle of the textured, nutty dressing took it over the top. Later, when I asked why my beer wasn't on my receipt, he smiled and said it was on the house. I was touched and grateful. Truly, I haven't had better service at high-end restaurants. I came for the vibes, I stayed for the food, and I'll have to come back for another visit soon. read more

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I've always loved DOMODOMO, so I went into DOMOTO knowing I'd probably enjoy it - even though it's a different, more casual concept. DOMOTO leans into Japanese comfort food (think katsu and hearty noodles), and it absolutely delivers. It carries the same attention to quality you expect from its sister restaurant, just in a more laid-back, everyday format. Everything I've ordered here has been excellent. The katsu is the standout: the batter is light and airy, never greasy, and the meat inside is perfectly tender and juicy. It's crispy without feeling heavy, and honestly a must-try. You leave feeling satisfied, not weighed down - which is saying a lot for fried food. The Korean fried chicken was another highlight - crispy, flavorful, and well-balanced and the mazemen noodles was rich and comforting without being overwhelming. DOMOTO is high-quality Japanese comfort food done right - craveable, and consistently solid. A great spot when you want something indulgent but still clean and satisfying. Service has always been excellent every time I've been heree. Definitely a place I'll keep coming back to. read more

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This is my experience at Domoto in Closter Plaza, Closter. I called the restaurant to get directions. A host named Maya answered the phone. I asked her for the location. She was very vague and not clear in explaining so I asked to speak to someone else at the restaurant. She put me on hold and after 10 minutes, it got disconnected. I called again and Maya answered the phone. I said I had called earlier and was on hold and got hung up. She said "you hung up on me." I thought that was a rude comment to a customer trying to locate the restaurant. I asked her the location again and she said she was not familiar with the Closter town. I walked from J. Crew to the separate building where Domoto is located. I was a little upset at the way she handled the phone call but decided to try the food anyway. I walked in and there she was. Stoic, stiff, unfriendly and unhelpful. I looked at her and asked for a menu to take out. I ordered a chicken cutlet bento box. It came out in about 15 minutes. I took it and left. When I got to the car, I wanted to double check the food. Chopsticks and napkins were missing. The bento box which included rice, chicken cutlet, shredded cabbage(very dry) and edamame(half cooked) was $24.52 including tax. By the way, they charge an extra $3 for take out so beware. It would be nice to have the same price whether dine in or take out. There was a very very tiny sauce for the chicken. In fact, the sauce was in such a small container, after a few bites of chicken with the sauce, the sauce was gone! A little pricey for that kind of set. I was not happy with the experience. The next day, I called the manager who's name is "Kwang Ma" to explain about my experience. He said that it is "illegal" for them to provide chopsticks and napkins unless the customer asked for it. The law changed as of last year in NJ and I was not aware of the new law. I also find his choice of vocabulary "illegal" to be a bit harsh. It would have been nice to have a sign on the wall saying that I have to request utensils. Why wouldn't I want chopsticks and napkins? They were always included. Anyway, his tone was not apologetic and insisted on their standing and he was arguing on a technicality. I don't think that is a good way to run a business. Sometimes you have to learn to be more flexible in providing customer service. After all, this is a service business. I wasn't asking for the moon or the stars or my money back. They can continue to provide third tier service, with second tier food quality and puny sauce servings. I guess they don't need business. I won't be returning to their overpriced food. Regarding the meal: Portioning: The chicken cutlet came with a very small amount of sauce that was insufficient for the portion of meat. Quality: The shredded cabbage was dry. Value: At over $24, the set (rice, chicken, cabbage, and edamame) felt overpriced for the quality and service provided. read more

Domoto Katsu And Roll - $3 more for takeout - Japanese Near Me - Closter, New Jersey

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I would rate this a 10/10, perfect casual sit-down restaurant. Tucked at the end of Closter Plaza, we needed a quick bite during errands so we stopped in. Starting strong: The corn ribs app was a fun start to get our appetite going. Then... the katsu entrees blew us away. Our server let us know that the pork tenderloin comes cooked a little pink, wow it was so juicy and the panko was so light and airy. My ebi shrimp were enormous and they came with several dipping sauces--tonkatsu, tartar and sweet chili. The entrees came with a bowl of rice and a nice big pile of cabbage with a ramekin of black sesame dressing. We finished our meal with the sweet potato crème brûlée and were back out running errands in less than an hour. read more

Domoto Katsu And Roll - Ebi and tenderloin katsu - Japanese Near Me - Closter, New Jersey

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We came here for dinner around 8:45PM on a Friday. It's very modern with nice interior and clean. The service was great and the servers were very attentive and answered our questions. We ordered the pork tenderloin and the mazemen as our main courses. The mazemen was very tasty, but could've used a little more spice but overall great flavors. The pork tenderloins were so juicy and the pairings that came with it were perfect. For dessert we got the sweet potato creme brulee which we really enjoyed. Overall this was a nice dinner, a little pricey though so I would be more interested in going for their lunch specials in the future instead. read more

Domoto Katsu And Roll - pork tenderloin - Japanese Near Me - Closter, New Jersey

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TLDR: Sister location of DOMODOMO/Konban. Modern izakaya-ish selection. Corn ribs, pork tenderloin katsu, mazemen, spicy tuna roll, sweet potato dessert. You're welcome. For some reason I thought I had written about Domoto awhile ago. It's another offshoot from the group behind city classics DOMODOMO and Konban. The corn ribs are dusted with cheese and grilled, so satisfying and very tasty. The pork tenderloin is the katsu to get, it's cooked with a crispy outside but incredible tender in side. If you like the Korea style shrimp katsu, huge black tiger prawns. The mazemen is basically the same one from konban with the meat sauce and butter. They also make the noodles in-house here as well. The spicy tuna roll is somewhat of a cross-between a gimbap and makimono. I like the panko flakes in it with the fluffy egg and pickled radish. Easily one of the best Asian concepts in the North NJ area. read more

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Very cozy and warm ambiance. I went with a party of 4 and we were seated promptly on a Saturday afternoon. We placed our orders but my ebi got sent to the wrong table so I had to wait longer for mine with no compensation which is why it's 4 stars for me. By the time I got my dish, the rest of my party already finished theirs. The corn corn is a must try! Roasted and paired with this wasabi milk syrup, it tastes smoky and since it's cut up, very easy to eat. The hand rolls are great too with generous amounts of fresh fish. The breading they use for the katsu and ebi is insanely addictive. The texture is so crispy and light with the perfect amount of seasoning. I appreciate the variety of sauces I got with my ebi. And the ebi itself is massive! The green grape ade was much more sour than I expected but I still enjoyed it. The black sesame dressing is amazing and you can buy it separately for use at home too! You can also order curry sauce on the side. A must visit if you are in Closter and love katsu. read more

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Ordered corn corn, mazemen, ebi katsu, chicken teriyaki don with strawberry bingsu for desserts. Food was over all good especially highly recommend mazemen and ebi katsu! The shrimp was so crispy and goes well with other sauces. I had to give 3/5 because the service was bad. The servers were rude like giving us receipts although we haven't done with our food yet and there was no one waiting outside. Ambiance was like family oriented styles. Strawberry bingsu was alright not the best. read more

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Absolutely love the katsu here. It's light, perfectly crispy, and has that satisfying crunch without feeling heavy or greasy. The texture is spot-on and the flavor is clean and comforting--exactly what great katsu should be. Easily one of the best katsus I've had in New Jersey. Highly recommend if you're a katsu fan. read more

Domoto Katsu And Roll - chicken katsu - Japanese Near Me - Closter, New Jersey

Excellent, friendly service and wonderful sushi! (There were 7 pcs of shrimp tempura roll. I got so excited that I ate one pc before taking photo.). Fresh and delicious, beautifully presented. read more

Domoto Katsu And Roll - Sushi Deluxe! Tuna, salmon, yellowtail, fluke (I think), butterfish and scallop were so fresh, so excellent! A great place to eat. - Japanese Near Me - Closter, New Jersey

We tried this restaurant after visiting Domodomo in Jersey City a while ago. There's are some decent kids menu. But Mazemen & Chicken Teriyaki are just too saucy. I expected the rice in all dish to be yummy as its main food is katsu & rolls. The rice, however, in every dish was too mushy. And the staff? Well, none of them checked if our food was good or even came out. My kid's food came out first, then my husband's, and lastly mine when their food was all finished. Also, if the spoons & forks now look like they've been used 1000 times, just get new ones please. read more

Domoto Katsu And Roll - Japanese Near Me - Closter, New Jersey

Domoto did not disappoint! Everything was delicious and the staff were friendly and gave good recommendations. The atmosphere is modern and casual so great for food with friends or an easy date. Tried the corn, Korean fried chicken, pork tenderloin katsu, and the hand roll set. Everything was good! Familiar Asian-based flavors with fun twists to each dish, like the cream sauce for the corn. I'd say the must try and my favorite was the katsu. The way they fry their katsu is unique! So light and crispy and the meat was really tender. Definitely would recommend! read more

Domoto Katsu And Roll - Japanese Near Me - Closter, New Jersey

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The atmosphere seems clean and the food felt clean, but it definitely took a lot longer for my order to come out than usual. There were many people who came after me who got their food before I got my udon served. I'd say considering the pricing and service, it was underwhelming. The shaved ice was pretty bland too, not much texture or taste to it although you were able to taste the green tea. By the way, don't drink the water. It's disgusting read more

Domoto Katsu And Roll - Green Tea Shaved Ice - Japanese Near Me - Closter, New Jersey

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We visit Closter often; (Movies, Golf Range, Shopping, Dining) We saw Domoto under construction, right behind Landmark Cinemas for months. But it finally opened !!!! So we went on a Saturday without a reservation. It was early evening, and they sat us right away. The place is clean and bright. New. Organized...Almost sterile (in a good way). Efficient waitstaff got us water, and menus, immediately. We started with Corn Corn, which got me on a silly jag like -Jimmy Two Times- in "Goodfellas" (Gonna get the papers, the papers) Corn Corn was Good Good. Take the dipping sauce and pour it over, pour it over the Corn Corn. Ebi Katsu for her, and I had Pork Loin Katsu. (BTW...We always share !!!) The Ebi/Shrimp had giant prawns and Pork Loin Katsu was incredible. Both meat and breading were light as a feather. Plenty of dipping sauces for both dishes, made the meal a mini adventure. We finished it off with a Sweet Potato Crème Brûlée. (recommended by the server). It was ok. But needed more sweet and less potato. Can't want to go again. They have a special noodle making room, with glass walls. I want to see the process. read more

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We came here today for lunch ! Apparently their lunch menu is slightly different than dinner menu , the famous corn ribs are not offered during lunch time which is slightly disappointing for me as I really wanted to try that dish, I guess I will just have to come back again for dinner again! Overall, this place deserves a solid 4 stars, I love the clean, bright and minimalist vibe of the restaurant ( it feels very Japanese and very MUJI ). I ordered miso salmon set that comes with rice , edamame, soup, salad as side dish, I like the presentation of the food, but the miso salmon's sauce is a bit sweet and I also don't really like they add a lot of yellow mustard on the side. This appears to be a popular dish but I probably won't order it again. Husband ordered Chicken Katsu set and this dish really blew me off my socks !! I don't know how they did it , but I've never had fried chicken Katsu thus tender and juicy, the dipping sauce is also very tasty and it complimented chicken Katsu very well. I highly recommend this dish and J personally will order this dish during my future visits. read more

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This is my new fave spot for Japanese food in Bergen county! Everything was absolutely delightful and the servers were super helpful. The miso salmon, corn app, salmon tataki, sushi platter and uni, and the katsu were all sooo good and perfectly cooked, nicely presented, and fresh. I also thought it was so sweet of them to have utensils that are meant for babies, since we forgot ours, and they gave us a squash puree that's normally served with the salmon, on the house for the baby! It was perfect, and very kid-friendly! The place also gives off a very clean, minimalist, modern aesthetic but also still causal. Hope to come back soon! read more

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Why have we not experienced this magnificent place before?! We had dinner at Domoto Katsu and Roll. Walking in, we loved the comfortable and serene vibe and already knew this was going to be a great place to try out. For appetizers, we had Corn Corn, Ebi Sando, and Miso soup for each our our meals. The Corn Corn - perfection with the roasted corn and the sauce provided was good. The Ebi Sando (close to Shrimp sandwiches) was my favorite appetizer. You can taste bits of the shrimp jammed in with other vegetables. It was so good. Our Miso soup was tasty and hot - I wanted more tofu floating around and probably the first time spinach was used in a miso soup. I had the spinach Udon. The spinach was fine floating around, I didn't think too much of it. Between the spinach in the miso soup and then more in my upon soup - lots of greens. The udon was handmade. Soft, delicious. I loved it, you can tell it was handmade and worth the slumps. I'm already looking forward to the next visit. There is more we want to try out. Staff was attentive and friendly. Food was superb and restaurant was clean and spacious. Parking lot is available and connects to a bubble tea place. Until we dine again! read more

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I came for dinner and lunch and if you had a choice between the two go with lunch to get more bang for your buck. There's more options on the lunch menu and you get sides with your set meal as opposed to no set meal options for dinner. We ordered family style so I got to try a bit of everything. Spicy tuna roll - 5/5. These were a good size. Much bigger than just the standard rolls I would say they are comparable to special roll sizes. I enjoyed the panko crunch. Mazemen 5/5 this was surprising. I didn't think it would taste as good but the sauce was rich, noodles were thicker, this was a filling dish Niku Don 3/5 while I enjoyed the braised beef flat iron. Melt in your mouth kind of meat, everything else is lackluster. Pork tenderloin katsu 4/5 - I wish there was more. I only had a small bite so I can't give too much for a review but I enjoyed the bite I had. Salmon set (lunch) 5/5 - sweet flavor like teriyaki style salmon. I enjoyed the bite I had Chefs special sushi set (lunch) 4/5 - good for what it is, I wish there was more. Chicken katsu sandwich a la carte (lunch) 4/5 - not a juicy of a chicken thigh but respectable. 4 Small bites. Matcha shaved ice 4/5 - Sharable with 3+ people. Good matcha flavor. What would make this even better if they threw some mochi in there. Sweet potato crème brûlée 5/5 - I love sweet potatoes in general so adding a crème brûlée just made it even better. read more

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Domoto offers an amazing, delicious Katsu meals. We loved the corn, fried chicken and the shrimp katsu; they are all so delicious. The staff were attentive and checked-in often to make sure we're having a great meal. The ambiance is first-class, modern and airy. We love the food here and can't wait to come back and try more dishes next time! read more

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We've been here a few times now and is our new go to for midweek lunches. Domoto is great for hand roll sets and katsu, while also serving up dishes like spicy miso udon and omelette rice. Honestly everything here is delicious but my wife likes the miso salmon over rice and the flavored soda/juices that come in a cool pop container. Very well decorated and brightly lit. Great service everytime. read more

There's a lot to like about Domoto. The restaurant has a modern contemporary vibe to it. The interiors are minimalistic and everything looks very new and clean. I tried the Omurice and spicy tuna roll. I would say the food here is Japanese/Korean fusion. The Omurice was tasty, but at $19 I think it's overpriced. The spicy tuna roll was really a kimbap and not a traditional sushi roll, which threw me off. In the same section of the menu they have a chef's signature sushi, which is unmistakably traditional Japanese nigiri, but the sushi rolls themselves are more akin to kimbaps. So I thought that was confusing. My first experience was kind of a mixed bag, but I do want to go back and try their other menu items. The katsu is apparently their specialty so I want to try that next, as well as the ebi sando and majemen. read more

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The katsu set is perfect. The meat is tender and juicy inside. Crispy skin. One of the top katsu place. Everything on the menu is a set. I ordered shrimp tempura thinking it's just a roll. But it came with soup/salad and a side meatball. Definitely a big portion for all the food. Staff is very friendly. Service is good. Very clean. Decor is nice and relaxing. read more

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Was really excited to try/have a location near me, as both Domodomo and Konban have been on my city food bucket list! The menu is diverse, ranging from fusion appetizers and sushi/sashimi to katsu, noodles/udon, and rice dishes - so there's a little something for everyone. It was really hard to choose/narrow down our options - but of the four dishes we got, the Katsu and Chef's Special Sushi were the most memorable. The Pork Tenderloin was super soft and succulent - I personally enjoyed it with just the truffle salt and wasabi. The black sesame sauce for the cabbage salad was also really savory and flavorful. The sushi pieces were fresh and delicious - they also had roll options which I'd like to try next time. read more

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Wow! Such a great addition to northern Jersey area. I haven't tried their sister restaurant, konban, but have tried Domodomo. Domoto's menu incorporates highlights from both restaurants, at a mid-tier, everyday price point, instead of the elevated NYC experience. The restaurant is still very minimal, clean yet homey. We tried a bit of everything- corn ribs, katsu, mazemen, salmon-don and the toro roll. My favorites were the corn ribs and katsu. Their tonkatsu was superrrrr tender and so moist, not drying like pork tends to get! I also enjoyed the black sesame dressing for their cabbage salad. We also had a kakigori which I would skip. read more

Domoto Katsu And Roll - Japanese Near Me - Closter, New Jersey

Food was good but a little overpriced. Plenty of parking Good pleasant service need to return to try the udon read more

Just moved to Jersey and this was my very first meal here and honestly, it set the bar really high. I've had a lot of katsu back home in San Francisco and Los Angeles but nothing even comes close to this....The chicken is insanely juicy on the inside with that perfectly light, crispy coating that doesn't feel greasy at all. Every bite is flavorful and satisfying!!!! From the seasoning to the texture, everything is spot on. I also tried the mazemen and it's so delicious...comforting in the best way. This place is now part of my weekly routine (actually more like twice a week). So glad I found this spot early on and definitely a new favorite! read more

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We were at Domoto for the lunch on MLK day. It was pretty packed but the restaurant had its clean minimalist look. This time I ordered the chicken and waffle. It was absolutely outstanding. Waffle was fluffy and just enough sweet. The chicken was cooked so well, drench with delicious honey sauce. It's our new favorite spot and we love to come back here often. read more

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Ambiance clean Asian minimalism feel 4/5 Katsu shrimp & pork are both well execute 5/5 Sushi deluxe platter 3/5 freshness are good but way overpriced Corn corn is good but not excellent 4/5 Udon 3/5 Be honest, go for the lunch set be happy & satisfied. If dinner then go to Domoto JC & NYC. read more

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Absolutely love the ambiance and the food rooms. Very reasonable for the portion and selections. Will definitely come back again. Staff were very attentive and helpful. read more

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I got the spicy tuna roll and chicken katsu and both were phenomenal. I also got the omurice which was good but my least favorite out of the 3. This is owned by the same person as DomoDomo and Konban. It was busy at like 2 PM on a Saturday but I got a table without a reservation. I'm guessing for dinner, you need a reservation? read more

Domoto Katsu And Roll - Japanese Near Me - Closter, New Jersey

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Wow! Everything was clean, fresh and delicious! It tasted like a home cooked meal. The corn ribs are a must! (We ordered 3 because it was such a hit!) the tenderloin katsu was fantastic and so was the mazemen. For dessert, we loved the sweet potato creme brûlée! We were a party of 9 so I called in advance to make a reservation and they were able to fit us! The service was also excellent! They also have a huge ramp in the front so it is wheelchair accessible. read more

Domoto Katsu And Roll - Hand roll set and corn rib - Japanese Near Me - Closter, New Jersey

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My partner and I went on a spur of the moment date night as I have had a terrible week. He decided to bring me to Domoto. The restaurant itself is on the smaller side, clean, with two bathrooms. After looking at the menu and being indecisive since everything looked stellar, I let my partner take the reins on ordering. We started with the corn ribs, edamame, and the omurice. Each dish was different, but delicious in it's own way. The corn ribs were topped with a cheese powder reminiscent to the powder you stir in while making kraft mac and cheese - this combo worked as the corn had smoky flavor. The edamame was tossed in pesto. The combo was good, but as an Italian woman who grew up in such a household, it needed a touch more of parmesan. Then again, the edamame had a nice flavor and I could be considered too hypocritical of their pesto. The winner of the 3 would the omurice. The rice underneath was cooked to perfection, with onions, a mushroom gravy and those eggs . I'd be back just for that. Our mains consisted of pork tenderloin and mazemen. The pork was deliciously tender, served with wasabi, salt, and katsu sauce. I opted for the sauce, it elevated the pork. The mazemen, you could tell, was freshly made with homemade noodles. It packed a spice that was enjoyable. Domoto gave me a considerable amount of sauce that you could find me eating with a spoon towards the end of the meal. Our server, Valentina, who provided us with refills and prompt service, asked us if we would like to opt for dessert. We decided after such a great experience, we would stay. We ordered the sweet potato creme brulee that was literally creme brulee inside a sweet potato. It was so good that my partner and I devoured the whole thing, skin included. We saw many tables ordering bingsoo next to us, which also looked like a delight. We decided the next time we come, we will try it! Check out was prompt and courteous. Valentina was so sweet and provided great conversation with the meal. We will be back! read more

Domoto Katsu And Roll - Creme brulee sweet potato - Japanese Near Me - Closter, New Jersey

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So so good!!! The food is super fresh and tasty. I came here with my kids and we loved the place. our server Sean, was fantastic he had great recommendations for us. The location is good and read more

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Sister location to Domodomo and Konban in NYC. Great casual dining location with friendly service. Recommend the corn corn, mochi waffle and chicken, any katsu dishes, mazemen, and the sashimi over rice. The katsu breading was very soft and didn't taste oily at all. Sashimi over rice had a very savory kick of yuzu to it that complimented the tuna and salmon well. 10/10 recommend this place. Easily one of the best places to eat in the northern Jersey area read more

Japanese comfort food, pure and simple. This is a second outpost of Domodomo in NYC that just opened in Closter in October 2024. When we went the restaurant had been open less than a week. Word has already gotten out as the place was packed on a Sunday evening for dinner and a few groups got turned away. Reservations are available for about 50 percent of the restaurant, and I highly recommend making a reservation to guarantee being seated - I'm sure this place will be consistently packed as the word gets out. The restaurant serves lunch/brunch and dinner, with slightly different menus for each. The dinner menu offers appetizers, signature katsu, noodles, sushi and hand rolls, rice bowls, and dessert, plus an interesting selection of non-alcoholic wine and drinks, the latter served in cute clear "cans" that are sealed on premises with ice and bits of fruit inside. It is a BYO establishment, and just in case you forget to bring anything Gary's Wine is a short walk away. We ordered a variety of items from different sections of the menu. The items are moderately priced - neither cheap nor expensive - and the quality is on par with the prices. Our first order was an appetizer - the hot and sour katsu salad (crispy pork loin, cabbage, scallion, chili yuzu sauce). The chili yuzu sauce is absolutely delicious, with just a hint of fire/spice and crispy textures from the pork katsu and cabbage. This is a more modern fusion-style dish, and we enjoyed this the most of anything we had. - a GREAT start to the meal! Next to arrive were our sushi orders - the chef's special sushi (8 pieces nigiri) and hand roll set (4 hand rolls). The quality and freshness of the fish is above average. The nigiri selection consisted of two pieces each of tuna (maguro), salmon (sake), and yellowtail (hamachi) plus individual pieces of scallop (hotate) and shrimp (ebi). The pieces are modest/finger size and are more of an appetizer than meal portion. The hand rolls are like a combination taco/onigiri, with the seaweed sealed in removable protective sheets to keep it dry and crispy until eating, folded in half with a layer of rice at the bottom and relatively generous toppings (spicy tuna, fried shrimp, yellowtail and salmon). Very tasty and better quality than sushi served by the majority of casual sushi restaurants in the area. This was followed by two katsu dishes - ebi and chicken. The ebi (shrimp) dish consisted of three jumbo king tiger shrimp fried with a perfect crispy exterior that was minimally greasy. The three sauces that accompany it (yuzu mayo, sweet chili, and tonkatsu) are great complements to the shrimp's flavor - not too overpowering. The chicken katsu is a generous portion and very good, cooked so the breast meat remains moist, although it is perhaps a little more bland than the shrimp as it only came with tonkatsu sauce. I noticed a curry sauce listed on the menu as a side dish, and I think this would be an ideal complement to add a liitle more flavor excitement. Both came with heaping servings of shredded cabbage along with a tasty black sesame dressing on the side. I feel that the katsu dishes would be a better value if they were served with rice, as we didn't feel quite full by this point. The final dishes we ordered were the mazemen noodles and a chicken teriyaki don (rice bowl). The mazemen consists of wide flat noodles with a spicy pork sauce, scallions and a generous chunk of butter that you mix up before eating. The flavor is like bolognese with a spicy kick and Asian personality. Really tasty and something I'm looking forward to having often in the colder winter months! The chicken teriyaki don is recommended if you want a filling dish that doesn't cost too much. It's a generous portion of chicken over rice, and the teriyaki sauce is flavorful without being too cloyingly sweet or a sticky mess. The decor is very minimalist, with blonde/beige chairs and tables and an overall monochromatic look throughtout. Service was reasonably competent for a first week outing, although a bit non-attentative, especially towards the end of the meal. They basically took our orders and delivered the dishes, with no follow up to check how things were. I had to flag down a server three separate times - to add an item to our order when I realized we'd need a little more to fill us up, when an incorrect item was dropped at the table, and at the end to get the bill. I expect this to improve after the staff has done more dinner services. Three of us dined for $180 including tip, so $60 each for a meal with non-alcoholic drinks. It's a little on the expensive side for casual Japanese comfort food (in Tokyo a similar meal would be $60 total for three at current exchange rates) but a good value compared to many other restaurants in the Closter area. I highly recommend it if you love katsu and are looking for something a little more varied/modern/authentic than the typical sushi, ramen or Japanese fare found in northern NJ. read more

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Been here a few time and the Katsu is always consistent. If you are trying it for the first time grab a partner, order the Pork Loin, share an order of the Mazemen and get an order of corn corn to start read more

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Finally got to eat at a very popular restaurant in my town of Closter, NJ with much anticipation! Ordered Corn Corn, Pork loin Katsu, Chef's special Sushi, Mazemen and Sweet potato crème bulee. Corn corn was sweet and delicious as expected and Sushi was fresh and above average, but why is the soy sauce so salty!! So far so good. However, the fantastic, homemade pasta was "ruined" by the overly sweet with salty and heavy sauce followed with an underwhelming Pork loin Katsu that was bland with a coating that left an oily after taste. The sweet potato crème bulee (while a good idea) was Krispy Kreme level sweet! I'll give it another try to taste other dishes next time. Servers need to be more attentive. read more

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