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    Otani

    4.6 (173 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Romantic
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups
    Happy hour specials

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    Amber S.

    Food was good, but service was lacking. Our appetizers and drinks came out right away, but our mains took a while. We were a party of two and my main arrived first, as tou can see from the photo, but it was another 5+ minutes for the other. We ordered a second round of drinks, a cocktail and sake, the cocktail arrived pretty quickly, but had to remind the server of the sake.

    Rachel K.

    Decent sushi, really reasonable prices and good selection of rolls. It's really more of a 3.5 stars but 3 seems too low. The rock shrimp is chefs kiss delicious. Good service

    Melissa N.

    I really crave a spicy warm bowl of ramen whenever the weather is cold. The spicy miso ramen was actually what I needed in this frigid NYC weather. It was rich and creamy, topped with chicken, pork belly, egg, fish cake and more. Overall, their menu offers a nice selection of ramen and sushi options. The entrance has a certain charm to it. The restaurant itself is set in a spacious basement with a relaxed and contemporary vibe. I would definitely come back.

    Monica H.

    Nice little spot. Been in this area a bit and never realized it was there. May be challenging for people in wheelchairs because there's no elevators down and quite a few steps to handle. Sushi was fresh, and came out pretty quickly. Beef teriyaki was delicious as well although it didn't come out sizzling like the other table. Ramen on the other hand, took much longer. We were almost done with our entrees and ramen still wasn't ready. Didn't get a picture of it since it took so long to come out and my daughter was hangry. Otherwise, portions are decent size, service was ok.

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    Jacq O.

    Delicous sushi, and Ramen. Staff is very nice, music and environment very relaxing. I recommend for sure. They have lunch specials. To enter you need two ascend stairs (headsup ). No elevator.

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    Allie G.

    We visited Otani for dinner on a Thursday and got seated right away with no reservation. The space was in a basement and had fun neon signage in the entryway, with a pleasant ambiance downstairs. For drinks, we both ordered hot green tea, which was so nice on a cold winter evening. My partner and I each got our own ramen as well as the Crazy New York Roll to share because we were starving. I chose the Chicken Ramen with udon noodles (loved having the different noodle options), and this was excellent. The chicken itself had great flavor and moisture, the broth was great, and the jammy eggs were perfectly cooked. I was also impressed with the Crazy New York Roll which had salmon, shrimp, and tamago inside, and a nice crunch on top. My partner said his Chili Tan - Tan Ramen was awesome too, if you're looking for something spicy. Service was quick and friendly - would return!

    $6 - harumaki
    Ashlyn K.

    My friend and I went to Otani around 5:30pm on a Monday. I was shocked that there was a decent amount of people in the restaurant when I checked in, so I would recommend making a reservation. They are located at a lower level, which is nice because it provides a bit of waiting room. The interior has a fancier ambiance, with a mix of tables and cozy booths. We started with an order of harumaki ($6). I liked that they cut this up in halves, so it was easier to split. It had a nice natural flavor, and the sauce definitely has a kick! I got a tonkotsu ramen ($18) and my friend got one signature roll and one regular roll, though I forgot which ones. It may have been the pink lady ($20) and yellowtail avocado ($9). It is rare for me to finish the entire bowl of ramen (broth specifically), but this bowl was delicious. It had a good ratio of broth to ingredients, and the noodles had a good texture. My only critique is that the chashu could be a tad more moist, but it still had nice flavor. My friend enjoyed her sushi, though I would still want to go back to Otani to try their sushi and update my review accordingly. Pricing is very good, especially for the area. Service was great! There were multiple check-backs and water refills. We did get rushed out at 6:50pm, and I had made a 5:30pm reservation, but they gave us a nice booth that would be suited for a party of 4, so I get it. Overall, I enjoyed my experience, and I will be back to try their other offerings!

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    Neha G.

    A hidden spot in Fidi! Was looking for lunch options in the area and found Otani. It's a little hidden. Enter and see all these neon signs and head downstairs. At the basement level you'll find a nice Japanese restaurant offering sushi and ramen. They had just one vegetarian ramen. This made my decision easy as I had no other ramen option for me. I got the miso ramen. You may choose your spice level and type of noodle. I went for the egg free option and chose the thin noodles which are made of rice. The serving size is generous and I was so full when I finished! Plenty of seating for a small group, date night, or solo dining. Fast service too! Restrooms available. Didn't see an elevator option so keep in mind you'll need to walk up and down a set of stairs to access the restaurant.

    Alex M.

    Wife and I came here for ramen since the line was too long at the place we initially had in mind, and we were so thankful for that because we absolutely loved our meal at Otani! We ended up ordering two apps to share and each got our own ramen (which we ended up taking home half because the portions were so large!). We started with the karage and a spicy kani maki roll, which both were also large portions and not only good value, but tasted fresh and delicious too. My wife got the spicy pork tantan ramen with large ramen noodles and I got the spicy miso with udon (ikik) - both incredibly flavor and just enough kick to give a tingle. Plus was full of all ingredients (no skimping). The place was also packed on a Monday too, with plenty of tables and bar seats. It felt very relaxed too - and had all sorts of groups from corp crowd to tourists to locals. We will be back again!

    Shana H.

    Absolutely, I recommend this place. Their food is good. And the food is fresh-tasting. As a sushi restaurant, they offer more than enough options on the menu. Add to that, the stellar customer service which can be described as attentive and quick. Located on the lower level of a building of sorts, the vibe is a mix of tourists, locals, and more with a decent amount of seating. It's a great place for quick to-go meals or in-restaurant eating.

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    Talia S.

    I found Otani Ramen & Sushi online after seeing its great reviews, and it absolutely lived up to the hype! From the outside, it's easy to miss -- a small entrance that you could walk right past -- but once you open the door, you're greeted with cool, vintage neon signs that lead you down a staircase into a trendy, cozy space. It's got a fun vibe that would be perfect for a girls' night or a date. The service was excellent -- I was seated right away, and there were multiple servers checking in throughout my meal, so I always felt taken care of. I'm a big tuna lover, and their tuna combination plate was one of the best I've ever had. Usually, restaurants only offer "chef's choice," but this combo included tuna sashimi, tuna nigiri, and a tuna avocado maki roll. The fish was incredibly fresh -- deep red, thick cuts of tuna (not that pale pink you sometimes see), and the sashimi was served on ice to keep it perfectly cold. The rolls were stuffed so full of tuna they were practically overflowing -- generous portions and amazing quality for the price. The whole combo was only $36! I also added a couple pieces of salmon nigiri, which were fresh and beautifully presented. Everything came out plated on a small wooden bridge with flowers -- such a pretty touch. Between the presentation, freshness, and flavor, I was seriously impressed. Great quality, great prices, great service, great vibe. I'll 100% be back the next time I'm in NY!

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    Sarah Z.

    So good that I ate everything and forgot to take pictures, what you see is leftovers and I barely had any! Also ordered takeout fried rice to go. Service was super attentive, they check on you and make sure your water is filled at every moment. That's what I call details In a business. I wish they opened when I lived around the corner! I would have ordered from them every week. The vibes were cozy and modern, it seemed Like a good spot to go post work with coworkers to dine and drink. I went solo and still felt comfortable. I would go back and visit again. Top place! Reviews were spot on...I checked google and yelp.

    Carmen Z.

    Would give 3.5 stars if I can Was seated immediately after arriving. Service was nice, just that the way the worker carried himself feels as if I'm in Flushing. Nothing is wrong with that, still gets the job done. Think it goes in line with the pricing of the restaurant. Fairly cheap for a chirashi bowl for ~$25 during lunch special and comes with miso soup. But it did feel like they threw leftover scrap pieces together. They were all different sizes and idk anything about freshness but the fish itself was just ok. Will try something else on the menu next time to give a better review.

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