An absolute gem in South Park Slope!…read more We happened to be staying at a friend's place a few blocks away and was looking for something open on the later side with great food. We searched Yelp and came across Konoba Yakitori, and it absolutely hit the spot. My daughter and I loved our entire experience--everything from the food to the local neighborhood vibe to the incredibly friendly, attentive staff. Everything we ordered was fresh, cooked to perfection, and reasonably priced. We had the gyoza, edamame, Hamachi Lover, Ebi Shu Mai, and the $15 Beef Set (three beef skewers), accompanied by hot tea and Ramune. The beef skewers were a highlight--tender meat with seasoning that was spot-on. Warm, welcoming, prompt, and super efficient. The entire staff was friendly and accommodating, and our waiter was extremely helpful in guiding us through the menu. Top-tier service all around. The space is small and cozy with a simple, comfortable design. Seating is a bit tight and close to neighboring tables, but there's nothing wrong with being snug, rght? It gets busy, but customers tend to eat quickly, so even without reservations, the wait moves well. Most importantly, despite it being a intimate spot, we never felt rushed at all. It's simple, which is what makes it amazing. An incredible restaurant all around--I love this place and can't wait to return. Highly recommend!

It's simple. Great service, food and ambiance…read more I love this place and can't wait to return. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

Really enjoyed my experience at Ozakaya! I ordered the donburi special and everything that came in…read morethe set was delicious. The fish was incredibly fresh, and I loved the variety of flavors. One of my favorite parts was that when you're almost done, you can ask them to pour soup into your bowl, which basically turns it into a whole second dish! Such a fun way to finish the meal. We also tried the wagyu, which was really good, but honestly, the wagyu rice stole the show for me! Overall, great food, service, and ambiance. The restaurant was packed when we went, so I'd definitely recommend making a reservation ahead of time!

Ozakaya has been all over my Instagram feed, especially for its Ozakaya Donburi sets, which remind…read moreme of the viral kaisen-don experiences in Japan where you finish your rice bowl with a flavorful broth. After finally trying it, I can confidently say this place lives up to the hype! If you love Japanese rice bowls featuring high-quality ingredients and an interactive dining experience, this spot deserves a visit. We ordered the Wagyu Hitsumabushi set, featuring A5 wagyu served over rice with egg yolk, wasabi, scallions, rice crackers, and bonito broth. The wagyu was incredibly tender and practically melted in your mouth. The rich, buttery beef paired beautifully with the creamy egg yolk, while the wasabi and scallions added a fresh, sharp kick to cut through the richness. The rice crackers were a great touch, bringing some much-needed crunch and texture to every bite. And of course, finishing the bowl with the bonito broth gives you a completely different experience, transforming the dish into a comforting, savory bowl of goodness. I loved that you could enjoy the rice bowl in different ways rather than having every bite taste the same. We also ordered the Kaishin Don, topped with Hokkaido uni, minced tuna, ikura, and chives over rice. This was another winner! The combination of creamy uni, savory minced tuna, and those little bursts of briny ikura made every bite incredibly satisfying. It almost felt like making your own hand rolls, except everything was conveniently served over a bowl of rice. The different textures and flavors complemented one another so well, and I could happily eat this again. What I particularly appreciate about Ozakaya is that these aren't just pretty bowls made for Instagram. The ingredients, thoughtful combinations, and different ways to enjoy each set make the experience genuinely worthwhile. If you've been eyeing Ozakaya on social media, consider this your sign to go! Both the Wagyu Hitsumabushi and Kaishin Don are worth trying, especially if you're a fan of Japanese rice bowls and premium seafood. Ozakaya definitely delivered on the hype for me!

Very delicious food, attentive and kind service, and they also have gluten free soy sauce if you…read moreneed it.

Looks like they expanded their menu and changed the ambiance of the place! Loved the new revamped…read moremenu and it features a lot more hot dishes. The staff is always so welcoming and friendly and the fish is soo fresh. The portions are pretty generous and it's our go to spot whenever we're in the neighborhood.

Made reservations and were seated in the covered outdoor area. I think next time I will get the…read moresushi counter seats. There were also lots of families here. Tried the Omakon, chef choice 5 shashimi, 6 nigiri and 1 handroll. Overall I loved each round of seafood. They picked the progression perfect. There was a really buttery fatty tuna and the mackerel was the best I have ever had. I really enjoyed the meal and will certainly come here again. We were both sufficiently full but ended up getting dessert. The mochi came in 3 flavors and was a great ending to the meal. I will also say the prices are great for some really solid suchi.

Previously (I think) Michelin starred sushi restaurant - the Brooklyn location is the original,…read morethere is an additional in Manhattan. The ambiance here is simple but welcoming. The sushi chefs are all or nearly all Japanese and trained in Japan from what I can tell. They have incredibly affordable options for omakase - we chose the $80 omakase including 6 nigiri, 5 sashimi and 1 hand roll. Everything is typically excellent at sushi Katsuei, highly recommend.

In an area where Happy Hour is hardly found, this place is a gem!…read more I love to sit at the sushi bar, as I usually come here alone, everyone working here is very attentive and friendly but make sure if you sit at the bar that you sit away from where they place all the orders (for here and to go) as that spot gets busy and in your way. I've been here many times and my favorite things from the HH menu are the sushi tacos, bite sized different spicy fish with fried wonton skins with some avocado. Spicy tuna is my go to but friends like the spicy salmon. I also ALWAYS order a cucumber salad, very refreshing in a ginger almost peanut like sauce. Round out the HH order with the $1 edamame and one of the rolls. Absolute perfection and not breaking the bank!

Had the assorted sushi and sashimi rolls. All were fresh and flavor able and comes in these cute…read moretakeaway boxes. The boxes have little trays for wasabi and soy sauce with ginger.

A neighborhood spot with great quality Japanese food. We tried the katsudon and the mazemen (from…read morethe summer menu). Katsudon was comforting and felt like a home cooked meal, and the cutlet was not dry. Mazemen noodles were a good chewy texture and very flavorful once mixed together. Service was friendly and relatively quick for a sit down. Will definitely be back to try other dishes here!

I came for the Omurice, but apparently that is only a weekend lunch special. So I went regular…read morechicken katsu. I found it a bit salty for my liking. And the dressing tasted like the kewpie sesame dressing you can find in stores. For a restaurant and what you are paying for, it's kind of disappointing. On the other hand, I appreciated the cleanliness and presentation of the food. Nothing wowed me enough to want to return or try other menu dishes.

Sat outside in the back- great backyard atmosphere…read more Had a noodle bowl and it was great and shared some apps Great place!

A great place to go for an intimate date night or night out with close friends. The menu is…read moreconducive to sharing most items offering many small plates including appetizers and sushi. They have an extensive cocktail menu with unique flavors. My husband and I started with Miso Soup and Spicy Cucumber. The miso soup was perfect for the cold weather. The spicy cucumber left more to be desired not only was it not spicy, it wasn't that flavorful at all. It tasted like just cucumber. For our main, we shared the Goma Hamachi, American Wagyu Steak, Seared Salmon Roll. The hamachi and salmon roll were our favorites. So flavorful. The steak was okay. Cooked to our liking but flavor-wise wasn't anything spectacular. The sauce it came with tasted like oil with no seasoning. For my drink, I had the margarita with mezcal. It was amazing. For the service, I wish the food had been timed out better. We had a small two top table and the food came out so quickly. Which isn't necessarily a bad thing but we rushed eating our apps because we had no table space. We had to constantly shift plates, the candle, and our drinks to make room. It was slightly frustrating.

Amazing little Japanese restaurant!!!…read more I'm always on the hunt for new sushi spots to gorge myself on raw fish. This was an amazing find! It's one of those bitterly cold New York nights and my husband is on his way out of town on business tomorrow, so we wanted to have a cute night out before he goes. We opted for a smaller restaurant to avoid any rushes and I can say for a fact we were not disappointed. I had the spicy dinner rolls (that were enough for two people if I am to be honest), and my husband had the classic sushi dinner. I'd definitely return.

Recently i dined at Jpan for the first time, they have a set menu course option for $37, appetizer…read morea entree and a roll or soup/salad. The banana roll was a fun try but not my favorite, as you may know I am a lover of tofu skin and avocado roll, and monkey roll. Yumm. The pork katsu is dry but not the worst i've had. Good service but I'll just take out next time like i usually do, or try their 3 course tasting! I'm intrigued.

I've gotten takeout from here a couple times and it's always really delicious. My favorite dishes…read morehave been the cream udon and yuzu shio ramen. Cream udon is not for everyone but I really liked the flavor, and the ramen was just the best balance of citrusy and savory with a little kick, great toppings and tender meat. The seaweed salad was so different from what I'm used to, it uses wide flat seaweed leaves and has a subtle flavor with some added texture from cucumbers and ribbons of radish. The karaage was also good, pretty standard. I just appreciate that this spot is consistently yummy and has a diverse menu, a little pricey but worth it I'd say.

I stopped by for a late lunch with a friend and was welcomed into a little Japanese oasis. I loved…read morethe ambiance and decor of the place including their handmade bowls and plates, which are individually made by the owner --wow. To start off, we had the Cheeseburger Dumplings ($12), which was so unique. We've never had something like this and they executed it really well. The dumplings were filled with meat and fried with a skirt. The cheese part was topped over it like a melty dressing, so a delicious and special dish here. Plus, it had a side salad to balance all the grease here. For the entrees, we had to get the udon and shared the Niku Udon ($25) and Salmon Ikura Udon ($30). It was a nice combo between a hot and cold udon. The Niku was your classic udon bowl filled with plenty of beef and a perfectly soft-boiled egg. The broth was sweet and savory for a warm and comforting meal. On the other hand, the salmon udon was quite unique with matcha udon and fresh salmon. There is a dashi to pour and mix into the noodles, which still gave it flavor and the slurp you want in a udon. Both were so great in its own way. Even their ramen also looked great, but I love all noodles. Definitely a great spot to dine near Barclays Center. Love to come back whenever I'm in the area again. The udon dishes are on the pricier side, but they're huge bowls.

Food is okie but not the top quality. We ordered spicy tuna combo and spider roll which are really…read moreso so. Spider roll is barely the side of a regular sized roll. I enjoy the eel hand roll thou. Truly they can work on getting better quality fish and food. Service is nice. They are friendly and quick. Nothing to improve there except a little more attentive. Ambiance can add a little updating. The table is not comfortable as well as the chairs. Again quick dinner spot and right price.

Edit! Got my places mixed up. I love Yamato for a laid back vibe. Everything we order here has been…read moreaffordable and tasty. The service is always great and the people who work here are so kind. It's a reliable place to come for classic favorites on a week night.