We tried to grab dinner at yume but they stopped taking people so we had to find a plan B, thankfully we went to Izakaya ittoku and had a great meal. We got the chefs choose skewers, the cold dan dan noodle special, and the beef and pork okonomiyaki. We enjoyed everything but the Dan Dan noodles were delicious although we added the egg which didn't do much for the dish. The okonomiyaki was good but it came out late, I think it's because they forgot the dish. The skewers were good, wifeys favorite was the chicken skin. She didn't know what it was until I searched the menu and deduced it from process of elimination. When I told her it was chicken skin, she was shook but then said I'd get it again.
Yifan G.
I really like those traditional Japanese dishes served by Ittoku such as Ankimo, Onigiri, and mentaiko-flavor squid. These are rarely served in most Japanese restaurants in MA. Hence, I would like to say Ittoku is one of the best japanese restaurants serving the real japanese cuisine in the greater Boston area. Because Ittoku is always popular, the servants usually reminder their customers that it will take more than 45mins to prepare a dish (especially Sushi and Sashimi). But it usually takes 20-30mins for a dish. Overall, service is fair. The restaurant is located in a mall near Lesley University. It really took me some time to find the place for the first time. The place is a bit old, but still neat. I will suggest people to make a reservation for a serious dining in because this place is really popular and full of people all the time. Otherwise, you can only sit at the bar area and it will turn out to be a bit crowded sitting there if you order a bunch of dishes.
Q
One day after watching a movie at Harvard, I really wanted to eat Okonomiyaki, so I took the red line to Lesley's building. This is my second time coming to Ittoku. This time I didn't order omelette noodles, I ordered beef okonomiyaki, sweet soy sauce with slightly burnt noodles and cabbage, and another bite of egg and beef, delicious! If you want to eat alone, one portion is enough. It’s so big that you can’t finish it. I also tried the Beef Skirt, which was OK, but the meat itself was not tender enough.Eat very well! Come back next time to try something else ^^
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Megan Y.
Didn't even realize this was inside the Lesley U building! Right around the corner from Yume, we came here on a Friday night and there was a 1 hour wait but ended up being more like 25 minutes as people left the waitlist pretty quickly. We ordered a bunch of stuff to try, but our favorites were the karaage (super juicy and piping hot!) and the chefs choice skewers. We also got the chicken kimchi udon--interesting flavor and I really enjoyed the noodles too, they're flatter than normal udon but good chew. Service was a little bit slow given how busy they were and there was a bit of confusion, it seemed, with the orders as there were some duplicate dishes sent out/brought to the wrong table but all the servers were very sweet.
angel dog
Came here last month and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. I appreciated how the front of house told us (before seating us) that if we order sushi, it'd take about an hour to prepare the food because they were so busy. Obviously, because it was a Saturday night.Agedashi tofu - As a tofu lover who often orders this dish, I thought it was super yummy and have great flavor & texture. There were four large cubes and came with a lot of garnishes.Nagaimo Teppan - My friends and I were curious about this dish, but it ended up being very different from what we expected. The texture was crumbly and the flavor was not as good as we anticipated. It was an interesting experience but not worth the price for us.Omusoba - SO GOOD. I wish we ordered less so that I had space to eat more of this dish. The flavors were amazing, especially with the seaweed and mayo on top. I loved that there were noodles inside, since I'm an avid noodle enjoyer.Niku Udon - I was craving something soupy, and this dish was exactly what I was looking for. The noodles weren't the typical thick udon noodles, but instead were more flat. The beef was cooked very well and there was just the right amount of it. The flavor was great and the portion was perfect. LOVED this one!Crab Croquette - My first time having this dish and it was above my expectations. It and the same yummy sauce that was on the omusoba and came with a little bit of salad. The croquettes themselves were cooked very well, but were very filling. Would definitely recommend if you like fried food!In terms of service and layout, the place was pretty full when I went, so I had to sit on a long table in the middle of the room, where servers were constantly going back and forth behind me (I didn't mind it). The servers themselves are kind and welcome to the guests, and the food came out pretty quickly. There is a bar as well as an open kitchen were I could see the sushi chef work his craft. There was overall just a great sense of community inside. Unfortunately, because of its location, the restaurant does not have their own bathroom. Instead, we had to leave the restaurant and go around the corner of the "mall" to use the public bathroom. It was fine.In conclusion, I highly recommend going, especially when they aren't busy
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Omusoba
Quynh P.
Loooove the cocktails here and their okonomiyaki. Their omusoba is super addicting and their skewers were also perfectly cooked everytime. Chill and good vibes. Service can take long since it's always crowded understandably but no major issues. Go early so things don't run out!
Ben P.
Food and service were both excellent! Showed up on a busy Friday and the hostess worked hard to find us a spot as fast as possible. We sat at the bar and got great service from the bartender. Ordered grilled rice triangles with salmon, buttered shoyu corn, age-dashi, and some sushi rolls - all were delicious! It was also nice and cozy inside. Will definitely be returning to try some new things
Stella Wei
Everything was excellent here! The highlight for me was the niku udon and tan tan noodle. They didn't have okonomiyaki and their sushi chef was busy, so we didn't get to try any of their sushi or okonomiyaki. Will have to come back again!
Aki Toyoda
This restaurant looks like Japanese izakaya, which serves drinks and food that matches your drinks. Atmosphere of the restaurant is also similar to that in Japan. Various food menus from sashimi to teppanyaki were served. Though prices are slightly high, you would satisfy your experience in the restaurant!
Izakaya Ittoku deserves its 5/5 rating with its spacious setting, extensive menu featuring a variety of dishes, and very reasonable prices for the area. The ample seating ensures a comfortable dining experience with two bars full of seating alongside a full dining room. I went for the okonomiyaki and although it may not be the absolute best I've ever had, it definitely holds its own considering the vastness of their menu. A sure standout is the wasabi-marinated raw octopus, which undeniably impresses and adds a unique flair to the overall dining experience. The service was also incredibly friendly and quite speedy on a weekday evening. The combination of variety, fair pricing, and flavorful dishes solidifies Izakaya Ittoku as a top-notch choice.
Helena Q.
House okonomiyaki ($15) wasn't that good. Just not that well balanced in flavor, with a harsh saltiness in some bites. The saltiness might be more bearable / even good if you were drinking, but the water was so cold it was hard to drink, so I ordered an Aomori apple juice ($4.5), which came... heavily iced. My bad! It was quite nice though, subtle and fragrant, though not very much juice overall. Since they have a really varied menu, maybe some of the other dishes are better?
繃煉
It's run by a Japanese person, so the taste is Japanese! ! !I can't believe I can eat Japanese food in Boston!The fried chicken and vegetables have a good taste Impressed! I want to come again!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Paul P.
The service is great and the food is really good. The price is very reasonable for the quality of the dishes.
We tried to grab dinner at yume but they stopped taking people so we had to find a plan B, thankfully we went to Izakaya ittoku and had a great meal. We got the chefs choose skewers, the cold dan dan noodle special, and the beef and pork okonomiyaki. We enjoyed everything but the Dan Dan noodles were delicious although we added the egg which didn't do much for the dish. The okonomiyaki was good but it came out late, I think it's because they forgot the dish. The skewers were good, wifeys favorite was the chicken skin. She didn't know what it was until I searched the menu and deduced it from process of elimination. When I told her it was chicken skin, she was shook but then said I'd get it again.
I really like those traditional Japanese dishes served by Ittoku such as Ankimo, Onigiri, and mentaiko-flavor squid. These are rarely served in most Japanese restaurants in MA. Hence, I would like to say Ittoku is one of the best japanese restaurants serving the real japanese cuisine in the greater Boston area. Because Ittoku is always popular, the servants usually reminder their customers that it will take more than 45mins to prepare a dish (especially Sushi and Sashimi). But it usually takes 20-30mins for a dish. Overall, service is fair. The restaurant is located in a mall near Lesley University. It really took me some time to find the place for the first time. The place is a bit old, but still neat. I will suggest people to make a reservation for a serious dining in because this place is really popular and full of people all the time. Otherwise, you can only sit at the bar area and it will turn out to be a bit crowded sitting there if you order a bunch of dishes.
One day after watching a movie at Harvard, I really wanted to eat Okonomiyaki, so I took the red line to Lesley's building. This is my second time coming to Ittoku. This time I didn't order omelette noodles, I ordered beef okonomiyaki, sweet soy sauce with slightly burnt noodles and cabbage, and another bite of egg and beef, delicious! If you want to eat alone, one portion is enough. It’s so big that you can’t finish it. I also tried the Beef Skirt, which was OK, but the meat itself was not tender enough.Eat very well! Come back next time to try something else ^^
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Didn't even realize this was inside the Lesley U building! Right around the corner from Yume, we came here on a Friday night and there was a 1 hour wait but ended up being more like 25 minutes as people left the waitlist pretty quickly. We ordered a bunch of stuff to try, but our favorites were the karaage (super juicy and piping hot!) and the chefs choice skewers. We also got the chicken kimchi udon--interesting flavor and I really enjoyed the noodles too, they're flatter than normal udon but good chew. Service was a little bit slow given how busy they were and there was a bit of confusion, it seemed, with the orders as there were some duplicate dishes sent out/brought to the wrong table but all the servers were very sweet.
Came here last month and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. I appreciated how the front of house told us (before seating us) that if we order sushi, it'd take about an hour to prepare the food because they were so busy. Obviously, because it was a Saturday night.Agedashi tofu - As a tofu lover who often orders this dish, I thought it was super yummy and have great flavor & texture. There were four large cubes and came with a lot of garnishes.Nagaimo Teppan - My friends and I were curious about this dish, but it ended up being very different from what we expected. The texture was crumbly and the flavor was not as good as we anticipated. It was an interesting experience but not worth the price for us.Omusoba - SO GOOD. I wish we ordered less so that I had space to eat more of this dish. The flavors were amazing, especially with the seaweed and mayo on top. I loved that there were noodles inside, since I'm an avid noodle enjoyer.Niku Udon - I was craving something soupy, and this dish was exactly what I was looking for. The noodles weren't the typical thick udon noodles, but instead were more flat. The beef was cooked very well and there was just the right amount of it. The flavor was great and the portion was perfect. LOVED this one!Crab Croquette - My first time having this dish and it was above my expectations. It and the same yummy sauce that was on the omusoba and came with a little bit of salad. The croquettes themselves were cooked very well, but were very filling. Would definitely recommend if you like fried food!In terms of service and layout, the place was pretty full when I went, so I had to sit on a long table in the middle of the room, where servers were constantly going back and forth behind me (I didn't mind it). The servers themselves are kind and welcome to the guests, and the food came out pretty quickly. There is a bar as well as an open kitchen were I could see the sushi chef work his craft. There was overall just a great sense of community inside. Unfortunately, because of its location, the restaurant does not have their own bathroom. Instead, we had to leave the restaurant and go around the corner of the "mall" to use the public bathroom. It was fine.In conclusion, I highly recommend going, especially when they aren't busy
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Omusoba
Loooove the cocktails here and their okonomiyaki. Their omusoba is super addicting and their skewers were also perfectly cooked everytime. Chill and good vibes. Service can take long since it's always crowded understandably but no major issues. Go early so things don't run out!
Food and service were both excellent! Showed up on a busy Friday and the hostess worked hard to find us a spot as fast as possible. We sat at the bar and got great service from the bartender. Ordered grilled rice triangles with salmon, buttered shoyu corn, age-dashi, and some sushi rolls - all were delicious! It was also nice and cozy inside. Will definitely be returning to try some new things
Everything was excellent here! The highlight for me was the niku udon and tan tan noodle. They didn't have okonomiyaki and their sushi chef was busy, so we didn't get to try any of their sushi or okonomiyaki. Will have to come back again!
This restaurant looks like Japanese izakaya, which serves drinks and food that matches your drinks. Atmosphere of the restaurant is also similar to that in Japan. Various food menus from sashimi to teppanyaki were served. Though prices are slightly high, you would satisfy your experience in the restaurant!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
A wide variety of food. Very good. Quick service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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Izakaya Ittoku deserves its 5/5 rating with its spacious setting, extensive menu featuring a variety of dishes, and very reasonable prices for the area. The ample seating ensures a comfortable dining experience with two bars full of seating alongside a full dining room. I went for the okonomiyaki and although it may not be the absolute best I've ever had, it definitely holds its own considering the vastness of their menu. A sure standout is the wasabi-marinated raw octopus, which undeniably impresses and adds a unique flair to the overall dining experience. The service was also incredibly friendly and quite speedy on a weekday evening. The combination of variety, fair pricing, and flavorful dishes solidifies Izakaya Ittoku as a top-notch choice.
House okonomiyaki ($15) wasn't that good. Just not that well balanced in flavor, with a harsh saltiness in some bites. The saltiness might be more bearable / even good if you were drinking, but the water was so cold it was hard to drink, so I ordered an Aomori apple juice ($4.5), which came... heavily iced. My bad! It was quite nice though, subtle and fragrant, though not very much juice overall. Since they have a really varied menu, maybe some of the other dishes are better?
It's run by a Japanese person, so the taste is Japanese! ! !I can't believe I can eat Japanese food in Boston!The fried chicken and vegetables have a good taste Impressed! I want to come again!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
The service is great and the food is really good. The price is very reasonable for the quality of the dishes.
I really recommend everyone to try Okonomiyaki