I had an excellent dinner while staying at a nearby hotel for a business trip. The service was…read moreattentive but unobtrusive. The tonkotsu broth in the ramen was rich and comforting and the ramen egg was cooked and marinated to perfection. Both of my sashimi selections were fresh and beautifully presented. The desert was refreshingly cool and fruity. I look forward to my next visit to the area so I can return to Amami.

I came here to celebrate my friend's 40th birthday. We had reservations for Saturday night at 9pm…read more My friend and I got there early so sat at the bar and ordered a drink and an appetizer. I got the Lychee Sangria which was so good. I ordered the purple potato fries. I liked the fries, they just needed some salt. When the rest of the party arrived we moved to our table. The table ordered more appetizers. I got wings and pork Gyoza. Both were really delicious. Everyone enjoyed the food. The service was great! The restaurant had a nice atmosphere. When you paid, they gave you a post card which I thought was really cool.

Had such a fun experience at Wanpaku, NYC's first Cambodian-Japanese izakaya!…read more I really enjoyed seeing how they bring together Khmer flavors with Japanese techniques. Their Cambodian Teishoku lunch sets start at $17, with options including Angkor Hanger Steak, Kampot Cod, Charoeng Chicken, Paripari Tofu, and sandos. I love the seaweed rice that came with the lunch set! They also have ramen made with chewy mochi-style noodles, plus their Ochoko Don, which were both such unique additions to the menu. The space has a cool izakaya atmosphere, and it's a great spot to come with friends for food and drinks. Definitely worth checking out if you're looking for something different in NYC! Follow me @foodie.elite on IG, TT and RedNote for more!

Some of the actual best ramen I've eaten in the city top 3 easy…read more I always get the spicy butter miso ramen - first time I came here. I got it with the egg this time I didn't they were both great. The broth is so warm and comforting I will forever keep coming back!

Came in here for a date night recently and the food was really good. The atmosphere was very cozy…read moreand relaxing. I got a floral drink which I enjoyed very much. The service was 10/10 and would definitely come here again.

Spotted this restaurant while wandering through Bushwick, and honestly, what a find. The vibe is…read morecozy and relaxed. Perfect place for a quiet, intimate conversation. The menu offers classic Japanese cuisine with some unique offerings. Love that their menu is packed with photos. The service is friendly and warm. I was welcomed the moment I walked in, and the service stayed attentive and efficient throughout my stay. I decided on the pork katsu rice bowl. The pork cutlet was crispy yet tender. Everything tasted noticeably fresh. It was served over rice with caramelized onions and an egg. The flavors were sweet, tangy, and umami. Portions are decent too - I left with leftovers. Overall, good food and service. Oh! They serve their plum wine in the cutest carafe.

Delicious hand rolls in greenpoint! We got a mango shrimp and a spicy ahi tuna roll and they were…read moreboth equally delicious! The fish tasted super fresh and the flavors were delicate. Very fulfilling without making us full. The service and ambiance were 10/10, sleek minimal decor and the service was so great. I asked for a cold green tea instead of hot because it was a very hot day and they accommodated it. I really liked this place and would recommend.

I went to Knori for lunch last week with a friend…read more The restaurant is open and clean, with a sushi bar in the back right. There is a lot of seating. Service was good. I was honestly a little hesitant to go because of the sushi push pop thing. They have a lunch special, which I ordered. I tried the following dishes: Scallop Carpaccio (4/5): A good carpaccio. Came with roe on top. No complaints. Salmon Cucumber Hand Roll (4/5): This was a good hand roll. The fish was fresh, and the cucumber was crisp. Knori Bowl (4/5): A little smaller than I thought, but it was a good amount of food. The uni, scallop, and turo were all great. I honestly didn't love the flavor profile of the rice -- maybe a little too sweet for me. Overall, I had a good experience at Knori, and I would return if in the area.

An absolute hidden gem. You can tell why they've been around for over 20 years. This Korean fusion…read moreis incredible, the meat quality is outstanding, and every dish we tried was packed with flavor. Everything was cooked perfectly and honestly to die for. It's the kind of local spot you hope never loses its charm. If you're looking for amazing food instead of hype, this place is a must-visit. We'll definitely be back.

We came here on a whim since there was no wait on a Saturday evening for 5. The place was still…read morebusy though as we passed on a table with a grill, which then would've been a wait. We ordered the Pork Belly Bibimbap ($19), Kalbitang ($27), Steak Cubes ($40), Kalbi ($38), and Dokebi Spicy Korean Fried Chicken ($17 for 8pcs). We also paired the meal with a pitcher of Kolsch ($36). The entrees come with 6 banchans, which had some unique options like burdock root. Unfortunately the rest of the banchans were not well marinated/fermented. Also, when we asked for a refill of the banchans, the server never came back. When I asked again, she brought it but questioned me that we already got ours, which was strange as I confirmed that the banchans were unlimited. What's the point of a Korean restaurant that doesn't serve unlimited banchans?! Anyways, the rest of the food was good --not bad, not great. Everything also tasted different from how it is typically made. It almost felt like it was Korean food made to cater to non-Koreans. Also note that the dokebi spicy is actually quite spicy and that's coming from someone who enjoys spicy food. Overall, the place got the job done but didn't impress me whatsoever.

Vibe/ambiance: clean, bar seating Service: standard…read moreReservation: recommended Items ordered: Set menu Vegetarian set has amazing choices with great flavors

What a cute handroll bar!…read more I had such an enjoyable experience here. The signature set has such creative handrolls, I enjoyed each one. I also had a vegetable miso soup on the side. The staff are very friendly, I love the minimalist design. I highly recommend this spot!

My friend who lives in Brooklyn had been wanting to try this spot, so off we went, wandering into…read moreIWak. We shared the Grown-Up Happy Meal and the Grande Nigiri, which was honestly the perfect amount for us. The Happy Meal came with miso soup and, true to its name, it definitely made us happy. The real highlight, though, was the cod. It was ridiculously buttery, smooth, and delicious, and may have officially become my new favourite fish dish. I'd recommend :)

I went here 2 days in a row I loved it so much! I had the jellyfish salad for the first time which…read morewas so delicious. The sashimi is so fresh. Scallop crudo was great. Rolls are small but flavorful. Ambiance is nice and comfortable. It's a small place, but great atmosphere and friendly, quick service. I absolutely love it here. The prices are unbeatable for this quality of sushi. Definitely will be back!

I can't speak for the Japanese Scandi fusion food but their smoothies had that Erewhon main…read morecharacter energy that I didn't think would make its way to New York. So aggressively healthy with their seamoss, spirulina, whey and collagen infusions, priced between $11 and $22.. naturally, I decided to yolo. The service staff was kind, offered to sit me and my daughter down on one of their many patio tables to drink our smoothies and people watch Williamsburg in their $400 Alo overalls while being funemployed. The smoothies are genuinely fantastic. My daughter for the berry blast (I think) and I got their Aura New York Glam. With no added sugars or sweeteners, it was delicious. My daughter almost never finishes her smoothies but this one went down like water. It was good enough to inspire me to begin a wellness journey starting like right now. I will be back to try their other smoothies when my bank account stops giving me the death stare.

I went with a party of 6 around 11 on a Sunday. We were seated fairly quickly and outside which was…read morenice. After giving us menus, they gave us ample time to decide what to order. We placed our food and drinks orders. It was a bit cold outside too which was okay, but we didn't get our hot drinks for maybe 30 minutes. It was only a matcha and an oat latte. When it was given to us, there wasn't a matcha. When we told him we ordered a matcha latte, he said no one said matcha. At this point we were cold, waiting on food for 30 minutes, and annoyed because why would we even lie about a drink lol. They fixed our order and a nice woman in a beret came out with our drinks. When our food finally came, it was given one at a time and spaced out so some people got their food and others didn't. When the last person finally got their food (a waffle w/ bacon and egg) it was cold. Seeming like the food had just been left on the side. I've been here before and I've liked the food, but price and the service truly was not ideal for what we got. Prob won't come here again.