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.

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!

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.

A gorgeous sushi spot on Bedford Ave with a variety of Japanese offerings. They feature 'noodle…read moresoups', noodle bowls, sushi, and plenty more. The nigiri I got was super tasty and tasted fresh. Keep in mind that one order of nigiri comes with one piece, while the sashimi will include two pieces. My noodle soup bowl was HUGE- lasted me a really good amount of time while socializing. The indoor and outdoor/ backyard seating were super nice. We opted to sit in the backyard, which had ambient lighting and a bar as well. The staff were super engaging and courteous, which we appreciated. They were quick to offer their recommendations and quick with service as well. The premises is clean and very, very nice regardless of where you sit. It was nice and quiet and not too crowded on a Friday night.

Always pleasantly greeted by their staff. They have a cute outside area that is even heated during…read morethe winter. The quality of the fish is top notch. I always judge based on their quality of UNI. And they never disappoint. Their lunch special is such a steal for the quality. And the service is fast and friendly. My 6 year old was first introduced to sushi here as a child. And we haven't stopped coming. The waitress, Diana, is such a doll. She is consistently friendly and always checks in. This will always be our go to sushi in the area.

Never had soup dumplings before, but got the pork soup dumplings and the filling and soup had…read moreamazing flavor and they were so fun to eat. I did not think it benefited from the additional sauce. My sister and I shared the 5 spice short rib banh mi and the lemongrass chicken banh mi. Both were delicious. I preferred the short rib and she preferred the chicken. She also got a boba and I got a cocktail that was their version of an espresso martini. Both were delicious. Highly recommend Bedford Gardens.

walked in to treat myself to dinner, spontaneously and receded immediately. I was really looking to…read morebe in the garden area, but as expected it was full, so I was given a seat next to it. I loved all the greenery inside, and the decor was very tasteful. The pho tasted very authentic and the sushi was okay. Service was quick and the staff was very kind This seems like a nice date night spot it felt very quiet and intimatw

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.

One of my favorite curry noodle dishes I've had so far this year! This small place is packing some…read moremighty flavor in their dishes. Right when you first get the bowl, you get a strong preview whiff of what you're about to have. The curry is slightly sweet, bright in its spicy, and has a real savory body. It is so creamy and warms the whole mouth when you drink it. The egg noodles are perfectly al dente so it can cling onto the curry, so there is never a bland moment eating this. With the chicken satay, it is beautifully grilled with just a lightly crisp skin. Everything pairs together beautifully with the pickled mustard greens and the onions and fried shallots. The takeout container portions may look small at first glance, but once you get in there, you'll realize it's actually the perfect filling portion. I'm excited to return again and again. The menu concept is choosing a base curry (averaging around 12.95), noodle or rice, and a protein (ranging from 4 to 10+ dollars for the add on). They also have an array of appetizers, including roti and crispy pork, and several fun drink options (Thai tea matcha cloud, coconut matcha cloud, and freshly made smoothies). I got one of their coconut mango smoothies, which was a nice dessert-y option after the curry. SEATING can comfortably fit 11 people on bar seats. It is impressive how much they've squeezed into a rather small space. The bar seating is smart design and maximizes all counter surfaces possible. PAYMENT - they take Blackbird and have Toast for you to earn loyalty points but also give a 10% discount if you pay cash.

My partner and I really liked the curry here. Not surprising, our favorite was the signature GiGi…read morecurry. We ordered the dish Gigi curry with chicken satay. The portion of chicken was really crispy, juicy and came with a lot. Other favorites were the wontons. While they were price at nearly $8 for 3, they were clearly homemade and had great flavor. I really liked the thai tea matcha cloud. The matcha foam was delicious. It would be great for a morning or afternoon pick-me-up drink. I like how they have set dishes on the menu, but you can customize using the same flavors but with different bases (noodles or rice) and proteins to make it flexible. There is some seating (counter/high chairs) inside and casual patio dining. I think it's leaning more towards the locals go-to takeout spot in the area.

Sichuan food is generally not my favorite cuisine, and I don't normally seek it out. But malatang…read morehas been a growing trend in the city nowadays, perhaps increasingly outpacing hotpot, and Mala Project was really the first one to bring it to NY. I will say that I do enjoy a lot of the ingredients they have on selection for the dry pot. Favorites were the tofu puffs, the glass noodles, and the taro. The lotus adds a nice bit of crunch as well for some textural contrast.

Nice to try Mala dry pot. I choose spicy sauce, pork belly, lotus root, enoki mushroom, baby bamboo…read moreand purple rice. The dish came out nicely. It is very interesting concept even though I don't really like the taste of sauce that much. I feel it too oily and salty. There are so many other dishes on the menu that I know and will really like if I order it but I just wanted to try the dry pot at this time. Good option about this project is if you are vegetarian, you have totally choice to choose only vegetables and the healthy rice. I went at lunch time, so the restaurant wasn't busy at all. Service is good and friendly.