I want to start this off with how I loved how laid back this spot is. It only seats about 15 people. 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! read more

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Came here a long time ago bc I heard how good their sushi sets are. If you are a sushi lover and want 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. read more

Was able to snag a last minute reservation at the Williamsburg Okonomi location. They specialize in Japanese breakfast (their other location does ramen) (the breakfast is also the only thing in the menu). It comes with rice, a fish of choice which for when I came was a kimchi mackerel or miso salmon, miso soup, an egg custard, and an assortment of vegetables. The sashimi plate was such a star for me. The fish was high quality and it was a refreshing way to start the meal. I enjoyed the Japanese breakfast components. The egg custard was my biggest highlight, slightly sweet and the texture was fun. The vegetables were all cooked well with the squash being a standout for me. My fish was a little overcooked, but my friend told me she's been before and it was perfect. The rice also had I think fish flakes and nori on it which made it a perfect addition for the fish. I loved the vibe of this spot. It's a small place that's super easy to miss. They only seat 12 people so it's a good place for a meal that feels homey. read more

Okonomi - Sashimi plate - Japanese Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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This cute little hole on the wall was a perfect savory breakfast! I stopped by on a friday morning and called to see if they had any availability for a walk in, to which they did! Seating is limited with a couple tables and some bar seating, so would try and book a Resy unless you are going solo and don't mind sitting at the bar. There was one chef who you could tell cared a lot about his craft and one host/server who was very friendly. I got the large set which comes with 3 additional veggies. The fish paired very well with the rice - I also got an onsen egg to add. I would come back! read more

Okonomi - Japanese Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

A tiny, cozy, and intimate spot for enjoying a traditional Japanese Ichiju Sansai set. We came for brunch and ordered the Ichiju Sansai set which comes with your choice of one of the two roasted fish of the day, rice, miso soup, tamagoyaki, tsukemono, and veggies. It may not look like a lot at first, but it's very filling. Both my friend and I were full by the end, and I barely finished my set. I love tea, so I really enjoyed the way they serve it: beautiful (I think ceramic) cups, each with a unique pattern, and tea steeped right at the table. The staff were attentive and welcoming throughout our visit. Just be mindful that the menu at this location is smaller than their Manhattan location (no ramen), and there is no bathroom available for customers. read more

Okonomi - Ichiju Sansai - Japanese Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

My husband took me here for a Birthday breakfast. I've had this spot on my foodie bucket list for a bit now but eating here was even better than expected. The level of detail and burst of flavor in each bite was truly remarkable. The shop is small but cozy and comfortable. I got the salmon roe and onsen egg add-ons to the large plate and left stuffed! Definitely will be returning. read more

Okonomi - Hamachi large plate - Japanese Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Food 4/5 Service 3.5/5 Ambiance 3.5/5 Okonomi serves a traditional Japanese breakfast for $30-$38. The experience is intimate, with only 12 seats, so reservations are a must. Don't expect to leave completely full, as the portions are on the smaller side, but it's definitely a unique experience. I enjoyed the miso salmon, but found the pollock a bit dry and underseasoned. It seems the fish quality can vary, as my friend's pollock was juicier. read more

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Very intimate setting for Japanese breakfast sets. I got the salmon with 3 sides and it comes with rice and a miso soup. Presentation 10/10 and it's a nice balance of vegetables and fish. I think it seats about 10 people. It is a little pricy about 20 ish for a set but such a soothing Asian breakfast! read more

Okonomi - Set - Japanese Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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This breakfast set was exactly what I was looking for recently after having a weekend of really heavy sweets and American food. The breakfast set at 9pm (around $30+) really is all about restraint, moderation, and just-right proportions of everything in balance. Fish was nicely roasted; egg was perfectly custardy; and the honey-mustard-y sauce on the side was a stand out pungent flavor on that plate. Service was excellent; we weren't able to get a reservation and called last-minute and they were able to squeeze us in for the last meal, but did not feel rushed in any way. Really appreciative of the staff for contributing to a positive experience. I do think that I did not need any more food after this, but I do think there are other Japanese breakfast sets in the city that may serve more for the same price tag. read more

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Stopped by on the way to the airport and this place did not disappoint. Amazing food and friendly staff here. I really enjoyed the marinated cod and our toddler loved her breakfast set. Definitely coming back when we're in Brooklyn. read more

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2nd time here! One of my favorite restaurants and breakfast experiences in New York. Food - if you like heavy Asian breakfasts- rice, egg, soup, vegetables, white fish and all, it truly cannot get any better than this. The umami of all the flavors combined leave you satisfied. It feels like I transported to Japan. The balance of all of it is perfect. Ambiance - it's super tiny with only 10 patrons allowed at a time I believe. It feels super cozy and love that it feels like it's a part of your local neighborhood. No frills, very unseeming, Japanese style interior and seats. Again, part of the transporting to Japan! I recommend walking. Service - I've sat at the bar and table. Easy and staff is very attentive. Pricing is also very fair! A whole breakfast for less than $50 these days with everything you get is a steal. Will come back every time I'm in New York. Highly recommend! read more

Okonomi - Ichiju Sansai + Poached Egg - Japanese Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

About a 1-1.5: Unfortunately, our most recent experience with Okonomi was disappointing. My sister and I came here for their ichiju sansai, which is a traditional style of a Japanese set meal. It comes with a bowl of seven-grain rice served with miso soup, a piece of roasted fish (your choice of of the fish prepared in shio yaki (salt-roasted), saikyo miso (sweet miso), sake kasu (sake lees), or kombu jime (dry kelp cured)), fresh stack of sliced veggies, blanched broccolini leaves with a tiny scoop of shira-ae (mashed tofu pureed with dashi, topped with sesame seeds), and a cube of an omelet egg (made with soy milk, dashi, white soy, and some sugar, baked until a little yellow on top). You can also add an onsen egg, which is a floating egg in a sauce of sake and soy, topped with some shichimi togarashi. We opted for the saikyo miso for the fish, but this was extremely fish in its odor and taste, so we knew it just was not fresh. It was pretty inedible. The miso soup seemed a bit watered down. Rice could have been better prepared, as it was more in a 'wet' state; one of my biggest pet peeves is when rice is not cooked properly! In addition, the anticipated onsen egg, which I really enjoyed previously, was disappointing, as it was not flavorful at all. Staff were fine, but I feel that the previous team was better in terms of creating a delicious meal. Note that before, gratuity is not accepted, but they do now. No dice - definitely not worth a visit. +not-so-fresh fish +watered down miso +'wet' rice read more

Can't believe I haven't written a review for this place yet. Been here twice and each experience has been amazing. This place brings me back to my honeymoon in Japan. Their dishes are so pretty to look. They use fresh ingredients and each bite makes me want to savor it more. The food is clean and doesn't make you feel heavy at the end of the meal. Definitely make a reservations as there are limited seatings read more

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This review is for a weekend breakfast / brunch. Overall, this was a delicious and unique experience and I definitely recommend checking out. My only minor qualm was the fish was a bit small in size, but aside from that everything was great. Restaurant is very small and intimate. Definitely not good for bigger groups. There are only 2 workers, including the cooks (to give a sense of just how small the place is). Food wise, I got the Large Set with salmon (they had two fish options that I think change depending on the day). Large set was the perfect size, so if you're hungry definitely get this. Added the ikura and onsen egg - recommend mixing in with the rice. Meal comes with rice, miso soup, and hot tea. read more

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We were lucky enough to get seats at 1pm without any reservation on Saturday. Any later by 10 minutes we would have been turned away. I didn't realize it was only one set menu, so we both had the standard set for $30. The difference between the standard and the upgraded one is an $8 difference for two extra veggie options. We also ordered the ikura and poached egg add ons. They were both reasonably priced at $5 and $2.50 extra. There was complimentary loose leaf tea already pre assembled at the table and you can steep to your liking. Overall the food was perfectly balanced. Not overwhelming with flavor but had just the right amount of seasoning. The fish we had was the mackerel - surprisingly done very well that there was barely any fishy taste. I left satisfied and healthy. Would recommend! read more

Okonomi - Japanese Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Honestly... I was a little disappointed my second time back. The veggies are small and not particularly special (just cauliflower w curry sauce and a pickled daikon). The smaller size really isn't that much food, and I don't think getting a few more veggies would leave me feeling satiated. Now that all they serve is the all-day breakfast, being full after a meal feels a little more important than before. read more

i've been to okonomi's sister location (lorimer) in kyoto, japan so i came in with high expectations of a beautiful and hearty breakfast set experience -- okonomi definitely meets this standard! while lorimer has a two floor venue, okonomi is very small and initimate with a row of bar seats and two tables. the two-person staff is very kind and welcoming, with the server being very patient and willing to walk through any questions regarding the fish selection, seasonal vegetables, recommendations -- really anything of the menu. i came on a monday morning at 10:30 am with a reservation for 1, which i'd recommend. sometimes the place has many empty seats for walk-in like when i went this time around, other days you'd be surprised by the occupancy and the wait time even for a solo diner. i ordered the smaller set with the mackerel as my fish of choice. the food doesn't look like a lot but it is very filling, even with the small set. while of course the price here is more expensive compared to its counterpart in japan, okonomi is definitely worth the visit if you want to skip the plane ticket and experience this cozy breakfast set right in nyc. read more

They only seat about 12 people per hour, so without a reservation, you'll likely miss out. We booked the 5:30pm. The simplicity of the concept is appreciated, and they lean into the whole wabi-sabi experience. That said, beyond the atmosphere, nothing really stood out. There are only two set options, when me and my partner dived. and while the presentation was clean and thoughtful, the flavors didn't leave much of an impression. It's a fine stop if you're into minimalism, but for the price and hype, I was hoping for something more memorable. read more

Okonomi - Japanese Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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A very cute intimate restaurant with about (2) 4 top tables and about 6 counter seats. They only offer two options of a small set or large set with the difference being 1 additional seasonal vegetable vs 3. It's a very nice balanced meal that also comes with rice with marinated bonito flakes. It was my second time dining and would definitely come back. The service was excellent and the staff were friendly. You truly feel like you escaped to Japan for the night! read more

Okonomi - Large set - Kim Chee marinated Spanish mackerel with seasonal vegetables and complimentary hojicha tea - Japanese Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I enjoy the intimate vibe of this spot however food was mid. Fish lacked salt and everything else on the plate was alright. I think this place gets hype and it's kinda whatever, I wouldn't go back but it was nice to experience Japanese breakfast. The beer was good. read more

Okonomi - Tea - Japanese Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Absolutely loved my experience at Okonomi! They have Japanese breakfast in the morning and ramen at night. It's a small 12-seat restaurant so I would recommend making a reservation. I came for lunch on Saturday for their breakfast menu and I got the larger set (there are only two options) which comes with two extra vegetables, which I thought was worth it if you are deciding between that and the standard. Today, the fish options were swordfish and mackerel - I would recommend the latter if those are your options since the swordfish was too dense for me. The vegetables were all delicious - I had what seemed like brocollini in a wasabi miso sauce, pickled radish and apples in a yuzu marinade, a squash with some soy/sesame paste, and egg tart-like side, and miso soup. Would recommend getting the onsen egg addition to add to your rice as well. The food was delicious, the staff was super nice, and the space was so intimate and cute. My favorite Japanese breakfast I've had in the city :) read more

Okonomi - Japanese Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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One of my girlfriends wanted to try this place out so I suggested we go during one of the holiday weekends. Oof, Okonomi is worth that hard resy to make. Though breakfast was so basic, it was SO good. Okonomi focuses on enhancing the natural flavors of the fish & veggies being served - a true homage to Japanese cooking. With that being said, everything was delicious without all the additives. Needless to say, my friend & I finished every last bite. It might be a bad thing that Okonomi isn't too far - I will for sure be back for more! read more

Okonomi - Japanese Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Found this place on social media and needed to give it a try! I was attracted to the clean and fresh look of the dishes. This craving came suddenly so I just walked in without a reservation, and was seated with 15 minutes! I think I got lucky coming in on a Wednesday afternoon during lunch time haha. Off the menu, I got the "Standard Set" with a white fish soaked in sake (they also have a miso fish and salmon). Then I got the add on of the egg you can mix into the rice, which was amazing! I recommend getting the egg add-on. Such a great experience! read more

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LOVED my experience at Okonomi!! I made a reservation around a week and a half in advance and was super excited for the Japanese breakfast. The restaurant is very intimate and cozy. There are four bar-style seats in front of the open kitchen and two additional tables for four. Our meals were perfect, and the presentation was also superb. They were sold out of the fish collar option (our reservation was at 1:30pm), so if you're hoping to try that, you would need to snag an earlier reservation. I'm not normally a tea person, but the hojicha they provide was so fragrant and wonderful with the meal. The fish of the day was a miso-glazed swordfish-- it was AMAZING!! The fish was very buttery, yet didn't feel overly heavy. We had pickled radish, cucumber, and a tamagoyaki for our sides. The tamagoyaki was PERFECT. It was so smooth and custardy. We had the onsen egg and ikura add-ons as well, and they paired perfectly with the rice. One qualm I had was that the rice was a bit soggy, but it was still enjoyable. The miso soup was great as well! I felt like the three-side set (Sansai) was the perfect light breakfast. Service was also a 10/10. It was fun to watch the chefs in action, and the hostess/waitress was very nice! Exceeded my expectations with the intimacy of the dining experience, service, and overall food quality. read more

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Fantastic spot. I first learned about Okonomi when walking around the neighborhood and stopping inside to ask about the place. You must get a reservation well in advance, as the restaurant only seats a few tables at a time!! The menu changes but some items remain the same throughout the year. The tunakotsu was a first for me, as I have never had fish-based ramen. The texture of the tuna was almost identical to chasu pork, and I was also impressed with the flavor of the broth. I will definitely be back, as the experience at Okonomi was incredibly comforting. read more

Okonomi - Tunakotsu - Japanese Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

This spot is very mid. good sides - miso and rice - but the salmon and fish were meh. I would give it more stars but the sanitation was not there for me. I had to ask them to remake my food because the guys cooking were touching all sorts of things and not washing their hands. And the meal was tiny. The remade plate had a smaller fish size than the first plate. I had to laugh at this situation at one point read more

Okonomi - Large option. - Japanese Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Best breakfast I've ever had in my life. Get all the add-ons!!! You will not regret it. I've wanted to come here since forever and my friend got us a reservation one morning. They had 3 fishes of the day for us to choose from, and we chose salmon belly. IT WAS COOKED PERFECTLY. The onsen egg with ikura was delicious too. I ate all the rice with them (and I usually don't eat that much rice)! THE BEST. read more

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The meal was so delicious and homey! The miso and hojicha they use is really good. I came with my mom and she really enjoyed it as well. We got the large set - one kimchi salmon & one miso pollack. It was very filling and felt like a clean meal. The restaurant is pretty small so it can get packed pretty quickly. Maybe come early in the morning and/or make a reservation! But definitely worth a visit :) read more

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Okonomi is such a cute Japanese breakfast place! The thing is, everyone knows it. You will surely wait when you go or they could be fully booked. It's such a small space that it can be hard to get in sometimes. I've never had such a beautifully plated set menu offering. It comes with whatever fish is on special that day, rice, egg, some veggies and soup. I just loved every bit of it, delectaly laid together and lightly delicious. It may look small with all the omakase style portions but it was quite filling. We had really good service throughout when we sat at the counter, too. I just love everything about Okonomi and can't wait to go back! read more

Food: I heard about this place randomly while searching for Japanese breakfast options. We were able to grab the last reservation on a Saturday morning. This 12 seat restaurant reminded us of Japan. One of the best plates of food I've had since coming to Brooklyn read more

Okonomi - The large set with tilefish and onsen egg - Japanese Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Really cute restaurant in Williamsburg! The restaurant is small, so I do recommend getting a reservation or going during the off times to get a seat. My friend and I went at night for the ramen. The service was great! We got the Uni Miso Mazemen and the Tai Yuzu Shio Ramen. Both were great - the mazemen was very rich and the ramen was very refreshing! The portions are on the smaller side, so I do recommend getting appetizers as well. Highly recommend this spot! It reminds me of restaurants in Japan. read more

Okonomi - Uni Miso Mazemen - Japanese Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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First up, the Japanese breakfast. You have a choice of 3 fish, and I got the miso swordfish. Slightly bitter for me, but my friend loved it. Super light, but still flavorful. Side dishes were almost too simple, like something I would eat at home, but I guess that's the concept. Really liked the texture of the noodles in the spicy tuna mazemen (added ikura). Didn't love the toppings though. You can't really tell if there's spicy tuna and some of the little bits were too hard to chew through. read more

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Cam here on a rainy day and we were seated right away to our table. I highly recommend making a reservation beforehand because it is a pretty small place and a table will probably not open up any time soon as it takes time to dine here. For brunch, there is only the same set, but just standard and large sets. The large set contains 3 additional seasonal veggies while the standard set only has one extra. We were given hot tea (they give refills if you want more) while we waited for our food. When the food came out, I was pleasantly surprised at the beautiful plating! The portions look small but you do get full from it, if you eat everything. I highly recommend ordering one of the add-ons because it could really enhance your meal. The fish was one of the best that I ate, and I loved every bite of it. I got the large set but wasn't a fan of most of the side dishes, so I probably could have gone with the Standard Set and been satisfied. The miso soup was a little different from what I've had in the past, but after couple bites it balances the flavors of the side dishes, fish, and rice, so it worked out. When I got the check, it was pretty pricey but I thought the experience was pretty good! The server told us that there is a market nearby that sells the ingredients they use if you really liked the meal! read more

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Cute space with pretty good Japanese style breakfast fare. Definitely make reservations as not much room for walk-ins. read more

Okonomi - Yakizakana Gosai ( breakfast w 5 sides) - Japanese Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Interesting, unique ramen. I like the seafood twist on this place. I wouldn't say it was my favorite type of ramen but fun to try. However, basically $30 for a bowl of ramen is crazy. Not a large portion either. I left still somewhat hungry read more

Okonomi - Japanese Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Okonomi holds such a special spot in my heart. Serving authentic Japanese breakfast sets in a cozy, quaint setting, the food is even more comforting. Needless to say every side dish is meticulously gorgeous and plated to perfection. The flavors are even more satisfying. I warn you, it is pricy but it's 100% worth spoiling yourself once in a while. Definitely get the large set and the onsen add-on! read more

Do you love tiny restaurants? Do you enjoy fish for breakfast? Do you like Miyazaki film vibes? This restaurant checks all the boxes for an aesthetic omega-3 time. You must have a reservation, as it is no exaggeration that the place is *small*. There are literally 8 seats. Half the restaurant is sitting at the bar while the other half is sitting in the window. The food is EXCELLENT, prepared with precision and love. The chefs serve you as well, so there is a very homey, intimate vibe to the whole experience. A very magical and delicious way to spend a morning in BK. read more

Okonomi - Full breakfast set w uni add on - Japanese Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

My husband and I started off my birthday weekend of eating with Japanese style breakfast at Okonomi. The meal brought me straight back to Japan, I really missed having miso soup, roasted fish and veggies for breakfast. The complimentary matcha tea is so good, warmed my soul. I enjoyed sitting at the bar seating so that you can see the chefs working. Overall, imo the presentation and authenticity was worth the price of $30 (to add 2 vegetables the price is now $38 not $35 as listed on the website). Personally, I didn't really feel the $8 is worth the 2 vegetables - but one of us ordered each so we were able to try all of it. They also offered 2 different fish so we opted to try one of each - both were roasted well with flaking fish and the other tasted buttery, reminded me of chilean sea bass. I enjoyed my experience, but I probably wouldn't come back unless I was really craving a trip back to Japan without going to Japan - it's only the price point was a bit high for us, but we get it- New York! We both said how we could literally have eaten double portions. Other than that, we enjoyed the vibe and experience read more

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I tried this restaurant recently and the food is great. This place maintains cleanliness and its owners are kind, helpful and direct. The sweet options here validated my dessert-first mentality. Their workers maintained consistent professionalism throughout the experience. This restaurant completely won my approval. read more

Solid spot. Definitely would come here again. Small spot with limited seating I recommend making a reservation. Had a prefixed menu with traditional japanese breakfast. They don't have ramen anymore since the new year but Very satisfied with the quality of everything and portions. Typical williamsburg pricing about $35 per person and solo dining friendly read more

Okonomi - Japanese Near Me - Brooklyn, New York