Ota-Ya Japanese Restaurant

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About Ota-Ya Japanese Restaurant

Ota-Ya Japanese Restaurant is a hidden treasure that consistently impresses with its fresh and flavorful sushi. The atmosphere is relaxed and quaint, with a unique charm that comes from its location in an old house. Despite not being overly fancy, the restaurant offers a warm and welcoming environment. The staff is friendly and helpful, making it a great choice for take-out or a quick dinner. The menu features good quality sushi at a fair price, with some dishes exceeding expectations. The owner and staff are well-known and make guests feel special, especially during celebrations like birthdays, where they go out of their way to add personal touches such as banners and ice cream with a candle. The sushi, including favorites like the Gangnam roll and spicy crispy salmon roll, is fresh and delicious. Ota-Ya is also BYOB, allowing guests to bring their preferred plum wine or sake. The dining area has around ten tables, so reservations are recommended, but walk-ins are usually accommodated quickly. Though the decor is simple, the cleanliness and high-quality sushi make it a favorite spot for many. Despite some temporary closures for repairs, Ota-Ya remains highly recommended for those seeking authentic, high-quality sushi in a cozy setting.

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Ota-Ya Japanese Restaurant Reviews

4.1
114 ratings
Restaurantji Rating
5
100%
Food
4.8
Atmosphere
4.7
Service
4.5

Best sushi in New Jersey. Unfortunately this location is temporarily closed due to Landlord needing to do structural repairs on the building. Try the original Ota-ya in Newtown!

Best sushi place ever! We travel for this place!! I have been going here for years. The owner is very nice and his staff is amazing.They all know me by name. I had my birthday party there this weekend and they made me feel Very special. They put up a birthday banner and served me ice cream with a candle without even having to ask! The sushi is absolutely amazing! I’ve never had fresher sushi! Their Gangnam roll and spicy crispy salmon roll and my favorites and the volcano salad...read full review

You will not regret going to this restaurant if you love delicious fresh sushi that is high quality. Ota-Ya is one of my favorite sushi spots in central NJ. Their prices are fair, the fish is always fresh, and the service is good. I always order a hot tea and bring whatever plum wine or sake I like—Ota-Ya is BYOB and I love that. The dining room has at least 10 tables but it isn’t huge; so, making a reservation is a good idea. But, walk-ins are welcome and I’ve never...read full review

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