Nara Sushi

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Got lunch delivery which came very quickly via dash. Lunch special is $16 and comes with a miso soup or salad options. Got the chicken Teriyaki lunchbox that came with 6 piece California roll and 2 shu mai and rice. It was still warm and enough to eat for one meal & small leftovers. Flavors were there. Recommend for easy and quick takeout. read more

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This restaurant Nara Sushi was excellent the fish was fresh and absolutely delicious. The service was great amazing server. I had a major sneezing attack from my bad spring allergies. The server was so accommodating handed me napkins and some wipes to decongest love this place. read more

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Julia J.

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A takeout classic! You can't beat the 3 roll special. Never disappoints! Some of my go-tos are salmon avocado, spicy tuna, and shrimp tempura read more

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First time I've eaten in the restaurant after ordering delivery for years. Larger portions than delivery and we found out we could customize the chirashi, which is cool. Lovely miso. Staff were fab! read more

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Jillian D.

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Nara is the best sushi in the area. there are so many choices and it's very fresh. they have a few different combo deals which are awesome. very friendly staff. read more

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Lucy Z.

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Good sushi rolls. I always get salmon avocado, spicy tuna and yellowtail. Lunch specials are a good value.

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Natania C.

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The vibes here are really great - there's a lot of cool art and posters hanging from the walls. It's a bit expensive compared to some other sushi places I've eaten at, and the food is fine. read more

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Rainey C.

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Solid spot for sushi rolls! We got 2 orders of the Any 3 Rolls and got to try the Spicy Salmon, Spicy Tuna, Yellowtail, Spicy Yellowtail, Salmon Avocado, and Eel Cucumber. Our favorites were the Yellowtail and Salmon Avocado. Very fresh fish and fast service! The only reason why I knocked off a star was I felt they could've done without the mixed in tempura crunch flakes in the Spicy rolls. But besides that, really good and I'd come back and try more (esp the specialty rolls!!) read more

Nara Sushi - Any 3 Rolls: Spicy Salmon, Spicy Tuna, Yellowtail, Spicy Yellowtail, Salmon Avocado, and Eel Cucumber - Sushi Bars Near Me - New York, New York

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Thomas L.

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Great spot with their lunch specials. Food was fresh. Very fast service. My 16 year old kid liked his chicken teriyaki that he ordered it again on the second visit. Sushi was on the smaller side read more

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Elena Y.

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Good spot for lunch. Food came out quick. Check was quick too. Will come back. Wish they did both soup and salad instead of either/or read more

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Chloe C.

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I ordered takeout from Nara Sushi tonight for dinner and it was absolutely delicious! Definitely some of the best takeout sushi I've had in the city! The miso soup was great, and the three roll combo was so filling and great bang for your buck! I got a spicy tuna roll, a spicy crab roll, and a yellowtail jalapeño roll which were all so fresh! I love how little rice there was! I also got a seaweed salad but couldn't finish it as I was so full. This might be my new go-to for takeout sushi! read more

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A sushi spot in the FiDi area, who knew? I dined in after playing some squash over by the Open Squash facility. Ordered the Volcano Roll ($16), which is a deep fried roll with Dani, avocado, cream cheese, and white fish. Absolutely delicious. Wasn't full from just one roll so I also got the Tiger Roll ($17), which is spicy salmon and avocado topped with salmon and yellowtail. A bit less fancy, but still delicious and they both hit the spot. I was able to place my order pretty swiftly and the food comes out quick. Friendly service and very attentive. read more

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Paula M.

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Just picked up my order. I ordered a tuna roll where Clearly it does not look fresh - I called the restaurant to where I was placed on hold 2x to hold while they were taking other orders & was not given the time of day, & was told it's fresh and it's ok. I was not given any options to pick up a new roll or refund for the one roll or even a single apology. I will no longer ever order from Nara after the horrible customer service and lack of respect for a customer. Would definitely not recommend this place & say to check out other sushi restaurants in the neighborhood. read more

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Joy G.

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Not bad at all, but this is very much a hole-in-the-wall neighborhood sushi spot that features a ton of signature rolls. Nothing fancy but I liked I could just walk in wearing leggings and basically a sweater that resembled a hotel robe. I went with the eel avocado roll and the Osaka roll with jalapeño, tuna, salmon, and yellowtail. The latter was a challenge in terms of eating it gracefully - do I unhinge my jaw and stuff the whole thing into my gob in one bite, or do I bite it in half and risk spilling everything? This may be classic overthinking. Anyway, everything tasted fresh and delicious, though a bit heavy-handed on the sauce. Service was friendly and came by often to check how we were doing/refill waters. I usually steer clear of raw fish on work trips but I'm happy to report that Nara didn't do me dirty the next day. read more

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Hanz B.

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It's 100% won't worry so good fresh food. Pleasure with the tea more so nice. Make the feel better than sick read more

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Sean M.

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I was looking to for somewhere with good vibes and affordable sushi that could sit seven people, and this place came through. Service was great! Sushi was tasty! Wasabi didn't pull any punches and the miso soup was so savory and delicious! I will definitely return, 10/5 experience read more

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Heather A.

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we order from Nara Sushi almost every weekday, But unfortunately have gotten some poorly made rolls recently.. pls fix this.. yr usually our go To spot read more

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Kimberly L.

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Quality fish. My favorite sushi spot in the area.. also just one of my favorite places to eat in this area period. Their non sushi choices are also tasty . Good lunch specials. I have also ordered the sushi for 2 and it was soooooo filling but worth! $68 I think? I also always take note of the taste of sushi restaurants miso soup and salad - I like theirs. The ambiance is so cute. The walls are decorated with many illustrations reminiscent of my childhood, like the characters from the Studio Ghilbi. They are always busy when I come but I have always has prompt service dining here. I haven't had to wait for a seat when I've gone with my partner. I recommend coming with no more than 4 people, it's a small seating area. Remember to use your check in reward - free edamame! read more

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Giovanni D.

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Me and my friends just come back from college for thanksgiving and wanted to go to the city and get some food. We decided that we were all craving sushi so we found this place called Nara Sushi. When I tell you this was the best decision we could have made. Walking in, it was small, but the decor was so cute and the lighting was great not too harsh on the eyes. The menu had so many options and would love to go back for the lunch deal because it seemed like a great offer! Service was quick and they were really kind always looking to refill our waters and asking how the food was. The FOOD, let me tell you about the food! It was probably the best sushi I ever ate. I ended choosing the Volcano role which was absolutely delicious and would go back just for that. My friends got other rolls that I tried and those were also really good but the Volcano Roll really was the best of the night. The pricing for my roll was $16.00 which was a bit pricy but so worth it! I really recommend going truly was great food and experience! read more

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Avi A.

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Hello my friends - I'm here to tell you all about my favorite sushi spot in NYC. I'm keenly aware of how many other choices we have in the city and how many michelin caliber locations are scattered throughout Manhattan. I don't care. I will frequent Nara Sushi for as long as they choose to grace the Financial District. Today was my 12th visit and it was as good as every time before it! Tucked away near the tip of the island, this humble sushi gem houses some of the highest quality fish that I've had in the area. The fish to rice ratio in each piece of maki is AT LEAST 2:1 (see photos) and the Special Rolls are total bangers! They'll even make custom rolls by request. Today's order featured my favorites (I was hungry and ordered half the entire menu) and I will explain to you in great detail how delectable these little morsels of seafood paradise tasted! Maki - 2x Alaska Rolls (salmon/avocado/cucumber) are my go-to. Crisp cucumber and delicious fattiness from the salmon. I also went with yellowtail/jalapeño and yellowtail/scallion. Leaner rolls with lots of crisp freshness from the greens. I finished with a custom eel/mango roll for some sweetness Nigiri - The quality of the ingredients shine here. I got 2x Uni Nigiri which was delivered that day!! As good as any 3 star michelin - I swear to god. Also had the Sweet Shrimp Nigiri and the squid, octopus, tuna, salmon and scallop. Each one was so so tasty. The scallop was particularly good. No fishiness in anything whatsoever. The rice tasted a little sweeter today Special Rolls Dragon Roll - All Time Favorite combination of avocado and eel smothered in eel sauce. Just a sweet, rich and decadent roll with generous portions and tasty eel Ninja Roll - Shrimp tempura wrapped in Eel and avocado. Basically the Dragon Roll stepped up a notch. Its a hearty roll for sure but adds extra texture and fattiness. Can't get enough of this one Shohoku Roll - Spicy Tuna with textured crunch plus avocado and fresh tuna on top. I prefer this combo vs just plain tuna or spicy tuna on its own in the maki. The restaurant is small, maybe 8 tables but it has a very homey/cozy atmosphere and the walls are decorated with all these great japanese cultural images/cartoons/manga that gave me flashbacks to my own childhood. Even the bathroom has a ton of nice artwork. Keep doing your thing Nara! You guys are crushing it ^^ - Loyal Customer read more

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Alex M.

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(Overall: 93% | A) - I ordered the Sashimi Deluxe at Nara and was quite impressed by the quality of fish. At $27, the price was very good for fresh, high quality fish with the akami and hamachi being extra delicious highlights. The space itself was a bit tight, but the service was reasonable -- pretty great overall! IG: @amei.eats read more

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Joyce C.

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Discovered this on uber eats because there was a promo going on and I saw that it had great reviews on yelp. Nara did not disappoint! The portions were great and the fish is incredibly fresh. It is decently price and with the quality that makes it a great deal! I was impressed that they did not skimp on the size of the cuts of fish in the sashimi or any of the rolls. Their spicy snow crab roll was also incredible. I expected it to be something from the frozen section in the supermarket but it was not the case. Love this place and I cant wait to eat here again! read more

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Food is very fresh, Atmosphere is cozy, Waiter is kind, We definitely want to try again. read more

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Paula L.

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Wow! what an awesome surprise this place turned out to be. It's a small, casual, happy place. We got off the Governors island ferry and searched for a nearby sushi spot. They were closing soon, and let us know. We didn't mind. We eat quick. lol. Got 4 rolls. The Bumblebee roll, tuna roll and two other rolls that were all yummy. i cannot remember the names of the other rolls, but they were so good! Everyone that works there is great! Super friendly and efficient. They heard it was my birthday, and they brought me out a dessert and sang to me without being asked to. It was so sweet. I will definitely be coming back here. read more

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Ana B.

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The experience here exceeded my highest hopes. Our group was comfortably accommodated!! Staff are obliging and good-natured. Their flavors impress consistently. Find an opportunity to visit here. read more

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Andrew L.

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Ordered a variety of Special Rolls and regular rolls for takeout and was not disappointed. They were all good with the 76 Pearl and Nara rolls especially standing out. Great food at reasonable prices! read more

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Scott P.

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A true hidden gem! Step inside this little taste of Tokyo in FiDi. Simple sushi menu, casual atmosphere, friendly service and incredible quality. I will prioritize this spot for an easy casual dinner in NY every trip. Some of the best tasting rolls that I've had in the city. Blind taste test and you'd think you're eating sushi from the top overly priced spots in the city. If you want casual, uncomplicated sushi - this is your spot. read more

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Ruby J.

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Yummy sushi roll . Was so good and filling Ordered the agedashi tofu which was ok . Yummy and reasonably priced read more

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I wanted no rice sushi with substitution for all ahi (no salmon) and they did a very generous job. The fish was great. The people were fantastic. read more

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Natalia P.

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Salmon Full House roll had an overpowering amount of avocado, couldn't taste the salmon. Miso soup was mid. Kani salad was also mediocre. BUT a great option for good rolls and price friendly. I would recommend!! read more

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Delicious sushi rolls, still very fresh upon delivery and super affordable for 3! (note: no wasabi/extra ginger was my request!) read more

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Samantha C.

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Not bad but very mediocre food. The worst part was the requirement of an 18% tip. They will literally go up to you if you put even a cent less and ask if the food was good and if there was anything wrong with it and the reasoning for that. read more

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Cinthia K.

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Pretty good lunch special deals can be found here. If possible, make sure you order ahead of time as it can get pretty hectic around lunch time. The rolls are good and I've enjoyed everything I've ordered from here, so would recommend for a quick and good eat in the area. I've never dined in here, but the dining area looks decent and clean - a good number of seats. read more

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Alexa R.

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Good quality takeout sushi given the very reasonable price! Definitely a hidden gem. I ordered the any 3 classic roll option, which was just under $18 for dinner. There was a large selection of classic rolls to choose from. I ended up doing the yellowtail scallion, salmon avocado, and eel avocado. They were all good, but my favorite was the yellowtail scallion! While I enjoyed the eel avocado, some of the pieces were a bit skimpy on the eel. The restaurant had limited seating options, but there's not much of an ambiance and it looked a little cramped to me. I'd recommend ordering takeout! If you do end up dining in, don't forget to redeem the yelp check-in for free edamame. read more

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Antony P.

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Live it here at X'mas! Warm and delicious Nice place and good smile Stunning and enjoyable place read more

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Kristin R.

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Phone clearly did not eat first per my picture. Late lunch and was too hungry - just dove right in! To start, lunch special was great. Large container of 3 rolls, plus a salad or soup, for $15. Can't beat that deal. But even being a deal, the sushi itself was top notch. They didn't skimp on anything - my chunks of salmon were huge, and the avocado was plentiful. Only wish my spicy salmon was spicier - but that's not worth knocking off any stars. Hostess upon pick-up was super sweet. Would come back again. read more

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Jennifer S.

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Small neighborhood restaurant. Clearly popular by both the onsite diners and the number of delivery people showing up at the door to pick up food for at-home diners. Very attentive service and delicious food. I'll be back. read more

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Maddy A.

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My favorite budget sushi in nyc! I always pick here for takeout as my Sunday sushi comfort food. The spicy tuna, spicy salmon & yellowtail scallion are my favorite rolls! Went to dine in the other day for the first time since Covid & loved the vibes! Service was great too. Definitelyyy recommend this place & especially for takeout!! read more

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My new favorite sushi place here in FiDi NY. Lovely decor of Japanese posters and art without being too gaudy. It's a small place but with attentive staff. Of course they have great selection of special rolls. Favorite is the Ninja Roll! Pair it with Dassai 45. Delicious. Reasonably priced sushi. Will definitely come back for more! read more

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More info about Nara Sushi

76 Pearl St
New York, NY 10004
Financial District
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(646) 720-0202
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http://www.narasushi76.com

Hours

What time does Nara Sushi open?

Nara Sushi opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Nara Sushi opens at 12:00 PM on Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Nara Sushi close?

Nara Sushi closes at 9:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.Nara Sushi closes at 10:00 PM on Friday and Saturday.

Mon-Thu 11:00 AM - 9:30 PMFri 11:00 AM - 10:00 PMSat 12:00 PM - 10:00 PMSun 12:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Payment methods

Does Nara Sushi take credit cards?

Yes, Nara Sushi takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Nara Sushi have catering options?

Yes, Nara Sushi does have catering options.

Does Nara Sushi serve alcohol?

Yes, Nara Sushi serves alcohol. Beer & Wine Only

Indoor Amenities

Does Nara Sushi allow dogs?

Yes, Nara Sushi allows dogs.

Does Nara Sushi have TVs?

No, Nara Sushi does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Nara Sushi have bike parking?

No, Nara Sushi does not have bike parking.

Does Nara Sushi have outdoor seating?

No, Nara Sushi does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Nara Sushi have parking?

Yes, Nara Sushi has parking options. Validated Parking

Other Amenities

Does Nara Sushi have free WiFi?

Yes, Nara Sushi has free WiFi.

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4.5(544 reviews)

2.1 mi•East Village

Had a great time celebrating a coworkers birthday here at Kimura. Was a large group so got to get a…read moreton of things to try. First thing we got may have been my fav, conveniently called Addictive Cabbage it really was addictive like wow I just couldnt stop it was so good. I also looooved the meatballs the marinade was super flavorful. Other appetizer options were pretty tasty as well, the takoyaki was soft and sweet, gyoza were large, and chicken skewers were delish. Split a shabu shabu hot pot which was pretty good, all the meat and toppings were nice but I wasnt really tasting much of the broth! Loved the sauces that came with it. Also don't sleep on the yuzu hot sauce thats on the tables that stuff was fire.

Hotpot is what they're known for! I really enjoyed the collagen nabe…read more Tried their kiss of fire roll. It was nothing extraordinary. Also, tried their skewer combo (scallop, salmon and chicken/scallion). These were ok too. I would come back for the hotpot for sure

4.4 mi•Theater District, Hell's Kitchen, Midtown West

Interior

Hakata Motsunabe

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Raku

4.6(166 reviews)

4.5 rounded up to 5. Good assortment of items and overall, pretty good! Surprisingly, the most…read moredisappointing items to us were the udon and chawanmushi - they weren't bad but they were probably our least favorite items which surprised us given the hype for those items. The noodles were good but my husband thought the broth was too creamy (we got the warm crab one). Absolutely loved the agedashi tofu and black sesame latte. Miso cod wasn't bad either. Definitely a good spot to try if you're in the neighborhood!

I came to grab lunch by myself as I've been wanting to try Raku. It was a warm day so I opted for…read moreand ankimo appetizer and buta shabu cold udon with thinly sliced pork, lots of scallions and sesame sauce on the side. I love ankimo and the monkfish liver was great! The ponzu sauce was perfect paired with the creamy, decadent ankimo. The udon is solid but I was a bit surprised that the udon is actually flat rather than round. It wasn't as chewy as I like but the texture was pretty good. I enjoyed dipping the noodles in the sesame sauce but I do think it needed something else, maybe a shoyu based sauce as well. The portion was huge I could barely finish it. My check also came with a frozen grape which I thought was a cute touch and a nice sweet treat after the meal! Such a great easy casual spot for noodles, especially if you're solo dining.

Front dessert place

Vegetable Gyoza

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Green Tea Tiramisu [pf], Matcha & Black Sesame Swirl Soft Serve

Sozai

4.3(157 reviews)

3.9 mi•Midtown West

Really good, Asian approved. The ramen is delicious, and the tuna is great. Nothing beats a warm…read morebowl of ramen in a cold rainy day in NYC

Sozai is my favorite dinner spot for a few days now, the atmosphere and service is amazing. There…read morewere a few occasions I did not have any RSVP and I did not mind waiting as the place is packed. They told me I can sit at the bar, the menu is on a QR and just order - Keep in mind some items like Hamachi Kama sells out fast and I had to ask if that item is avail. Second best is the black cod (highly recommend) if Kama is out. Almost everything here is good, I had the ramen $20 - plenty of food for 1. Highly recommend.

Bar area

Sake Clam Miso

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Sake Clam Miso

Yakitori Totto

4.0(1.5k reviews)

4.5 mi•Midtown West

Still the best in New York. Unique, flavorful chicken skin skewers among many things (see my…read morephotos), though somehow grilled chicken soft bone is a bit tasteless? Fast service. You can order a little and keep adding depending on how big or small each dish is. We came right at 5 pm when they opened. We didn't have a reservation, and after some fumbling they got us four seats at the bar (looking over grilling chefs at work). Not bad, though we were hoping for a table. Great decor and ambiance as always. Wish the grilled shrimps come with shell on, and with salt only (no sauce).

Yakitori Totto has been around for ages, and I've visited this location in person a few times…read morethough it's been a while! Their location is a little hidden, it's on the second floor above Soba Noodle Azuma on 55th Street between 7th and 8th Avenues, closer to 8th. You have to go up a stairwell on the side. Getting to the food, their focus is on meat, seafood and vegetable skewers though they also have a variety of appetizers, rice bowls and noodles, and dessert. The meats and veggies are grilled over charcoal while basted with "tare", a house-made sauce that adds a level of umami to the caramelized grill flavors. Recently I got a handful of skewers for takeout, including: - Ebi (shrimp) $8 x 2: the shrimp were cooked just right, tender and juicy, yum! - Hotate Eringi (scallop and oyster mushrooms) $8 x 2: the textures of the oyster mushrooms and scallop pieces complemented each other, and were kinda similar. Another tasty offering. - Negi pon (pork belly with scallions) $7: I'm not a huge fan of pork belly in general, though they grilled it well here and chopped scallions added a little spicy tickle. While not the cheapest for skewers that you can find, (and inflation hasn't helped,) their flavors are authentic and their quality and consistency is key here. I'm glad it's still here since there seems to be fewer and fewer good yakitori spots in Manhattan these days. They used to have another location in the city though I believe this closed pre-pandemic, however from their website they now have another location in Boston. This was also the sister restaurant to Ramen Totto which had four locations at one point though all have shuttered as well. Hope this location stays around for a long time!

3.3 mi•Williamsburg - North Side

Chicken meatball

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Okonomi

4.3(586 reviews)

•$$$

I want to start this off with how I loved how laid back this spot is. It only seats about 15…read morepeople. Music was on very low. Was able to speak to my wife softly (love a restaurant that's quiet!) The server & cook were great. The waiter was kind and check on us in a timely manner. The food was amazing. Bigger portions would have been great, but I know that's not the kind of place this is.. so no complaints! Highly recommend this place for a date. We might have to come back again soon. Two thumbs all the way up!

Came here a long time ago bc I heard how good their sushi sets are. If you are a sushi lover and…read morewant something homey you will definitely like Okonomi. It's nonfussy, and although not the cheapest sushi, it's definitely not super expensive/omakase level. It's a small space with a giant bar for seating and maybe a few tables - the owners are definitely passionate about Japanese cuisine and you can definitely feel that as you chat with them a bit. The menu is small, but dedicated to quality, and you will make your choice quite quickly. All the fish was fresh, large pieces, and really really clean tasting. The soup was delightful and paired wonderfully and everything was presented quite nicely. The grilled fish was also tasty and really tender.

Inside

Onsen Egg

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Katsu-Hama

4.0(1.8k reviews)

4.0 mi•Midtown East

I am a sucker for delicious Katsu and you'll struggle to find better than Katsu-Hama. Katsu-Hama…read morehas a quaint, Japanese vibe in a small but comfortable dining area. It's not especially big, so you may have a bit of a wait if you frequent right at lunch or in the evening but whatever amount of time you have to wait it will be well worth it. Service is top tier but you come for the food. They have a varied menu with a lot of options so if you're bringing a buddy that isn't up for Katsu, they'll have plenty to choose from. The Katsu is the star and I think what sets this place apart is that they offer Berkshire pork katsu as an option. Arguably some of the best pork, it's great to have the option if you're looking to heighten the experience. I love their pork katsu and go nuts over the chicken katsu curry. It's super crispy, slightly greasy but never off-putting. And it's served with the most delicate and delicious cabbage slaw. I could eat a mountain of this it's so good. Highly recommended.

This place is a bit hard to spot, but it's on the same side of the street as the sorta famous (50…read moreyears +) Phil's Stationery. Katsu-Hama is about two doors to the Left of Phil's, and has minimal, very discreet signage. I got some tonkatsu...I forget the exact type, but it was essentially the most fatty of the tonkatsu offered. It came with cabbage (with a sesame ginger type dressing), daikon radish (with some type of sauce on top), and the standard sauce for the tonkatsu, along with some crushed sesame seed and hot mustard. I'd have to say...the tonkatsu was quite good....not quite as sublime as my favorite tonkatsu place in Tokyo...but still, very, very good. The dish also came with a bowl of miso soup (good, and not overly salty) and a bowl of white rice, which I considered the most disappointing part of the meal. The rice seemed a bit dried out...not moist.... All in all, an excellent meal. I'd definitely come back.