Izakaya Restaurants near Palisades Park, NJ

“Great set up outside with tents and lights. Food is very fresh, tasty and beautifully presented. Prices are reasonable . Will , definitely , be back. Thank you Kumade!“

“It was a cool place great food and atmosphere“

“Had such a lovely meal. The ambience is great, very inviting and not overly loud. Favourite dish was the yellowtail crudo, but the corn ribs is a close second. Every thing a corn girl needs. You can’t come and not get the ube tiramisu. Our waiter Boz was exceptional. My friend brought me after she had a great experience, and now I’m convinced it’s the best. Will be returning“

“A delightful small cozy place, with a varied menu. Everything we had was top-notch delicious!! This one gets 5 stars from me“

“Great sushi! Great ramen!“

“Wow wow wow!!!! I was so blown away last night for a late dinner at around 8pm. It was super quiet inside only one table on the rooftop when I arrived. I ordered the KFC cauliflower wings and maiitake mushroom steamed buns and the special mazemen. Everything was SO flavorful I mean every single bite I took had flavor and I was so full from having three dishes to myself. The yuzu lemonade was also so good as well. I haven’t been back here in five years and now I’m going to come back on the regular. All the dishes were decently priced too not overpriced like the rest of the neighborhood, I love supporting local small businesses and can’t wait to come back and try the extensive brunch menu!!!“

“I wouldn’t call Katana a dive bar, but on a Tuesday night it felt like a great neighborhood bar. Relaxed atmosphere. Was surprised at how small it was but that added to the chill vibe. I bet on a Thirsty Thursday and the weekend that all changes, but the bartenders and the craft cocktails will be just as great.“

“The service was lovely, Bonita was so kind and helpful, and the food was delicious. I really loved the selection of desserts in the secret box which was a fun way to try new desserts I may not have ordered otherwise and the Penang duck curry was amazing“

“Great ramen and tempura. Very friendly staff and good sake.“

“Fun spot!“

“Finally walked in after having passed by the spot so many times in the past...and ended up with this absolute gem of a place to recommend wholeheartedly!! Amazing food options and friendly service. Will definitely come back on weekend nights to explore all the interesting drinks available:)“

“Ended up here accidentally on a layover: Hands down, the best ramen I’ve ever had (springy, slurpy perfection), amazing cocktails (if you like gin the Japanese 75 is a must try!), and whatever the whipped cream, creme brûlée’d banana dessert was tasted like heaven. I even ordered another tonkotsu ramen to go (all the way to Florida) to bring back to my fiancé. They separated all of it, packaged it so it wouldn’t leak, and wrote directions on specific timing for heating up each item! Very impressive service. I’ll be back again!“

“We had a wonderful dinner at Izakaya Futago in Midtown.

The atmosphere was calm, cozy, and perfect for a relaxed evening. The service was very attentive and friendly, making the whole experience even more enjoyable.

The ramen was incredibly flavorful, and two of our favorites were the Deluxe Sushi Spoon and the Yakitori Plate, both of which were delicious and beautifully prepared.

Overall, a lovely spot for a cozy dinner with great food and excellent service. We’ll definitely be back!“

“The waiter was very polite and kind.
The food was authentic Japanese cuisine, but the portions were quite small. I should have asked for white rice when the baked fish was served.
I think this restaurant is especially good if you enjoy drinking sake.“

“Absolutely outstanding experience from start to finish! The sushi was incredibly fresh, beautifully presented, and full of flavor. Every dish we ordered exceeded our expectations and showcased the quality and care that goes into the food.

The service was equally impressive—friendly, attentive, and professional without ever feeling intrusive. The staff made us feel welcome and ensured everything was perfect throughout our meal.

The atmosphere was the finishing touch: clean, elegant, and relaxing, creating the perfect setting for a great dining experience. It’s rare to find a restaurant where the food, service, and ambiance are all exceptional, but this place delivered on every level. Highly recommended, and I can’t wait to come back!“

“Ramen is good ! Soup is good not so oily Yakitori good with Asahi Beeru !“

“Ordered the Kim Ramen, it did not disappoint, was amazing, perfect jammy egg, smokey pork, great broth, complex and amazing. Don't miss the chicken bumps. The was fire beyond good!!! Beer selection is ok but I had two decent ones which for me is good. Drink menu is fun, something for everyone. Super busy on weekends, go early. Great food, fun place! Great food, great value, fun staff.“

“I went on a Tuesday at around 9:30 and my food was out fairly quickly. I was out by 10 which was perfect because I didn't wanna spend the whole night in the city as someone who lives in Brooklyn.
The ambience looks exactly like how I felt Japan did when I went to visit. Of course it had a little American twist but ultimately it did. Give me some sort of nostalgia. I ordered two items that came out to like 20 with tax. I want not paying like 22 which wasn't bad at all and I had the gyoza and their version of the chicken sandwich. 10 out of 10 would recommend, especially since they're open until midnight. If you're in the area and want something to eat before heading home. I would advise this over the McDonald's.“

“Such a great hidden gem for lunch. The space is cozy, aesthetic, and thoughtfully decorated — it has that perfect “hole in the wall” charm while still feeling cute and welcoming.

I ordered the lunch special and got the Thai basil fried rice with shrimp, along with soup and fried chicken, all for around $17, which is an amazing value for the portion size. Everything tasted fresh, flavorful, and well-seasoned.

I also grabbed a Thai iced tea to go for $6, and it was the perfect addition.

The service was attentive and welcoming, which made the experience even better. I didn’t feel rushed at all, which I really appreciated for a solo lunch.

Definitely a spot I’ll be coming back to. Highly recommend if you’re looking for a cozy and affordable Thai lunch.“

“Fun drinks, great shareable food, good music -- albeit overly loud for casual conversation :/
And the hightop seats... eesh (v. uncomfortable) :(
Location is key though, and it's chill; would go again (and sit at one of the normal tables)“

“Fresh food, good portion I had Kaizen don, sashimi on rice it’s fresh and refreshing. I recommend a calpico lemon drink it is so good with food“

“I love the atmosphere and the customer service they provide! The food was good and differently one of my favorite place to eat in New York city!“

“Drinks are great food pretty bad. Among other things i had that were so much worse than expected (potato salad and addictive cabbage) i was really was enticed by the soft serve and truly with no exaggeration , it was the worst i ever had. Coated your tongue with an awful texture and tasted like chemicals“

“This Cambodian-Japanese place is well crafted with very unique and classic dishes as someone who grew up in Japan. The vegetarian curry with katsu tofu was incredible and the Peri Peri tofu lunch set is delicious. Great service and well kept and run. Will go again because I have tried the vegetarian ramen before and it was amazing, diverse toppings and great umami flavor.

I went again and got the tofu katsu sando which was amazing.“

“This is a fun little bar that mainly emphasizes table seating over sitting at a bar. Reservations are recommended but we were able to sit/stand at the bar which was accommodating for our party of 4

Drinks are great as they have a decent variety of sake and some Japanese whiskey, which is why we came here. We ordered the Houou Biden Sake which is a junmai daiginjo which is always a good sake to choose. We ordered some highballs, shishito peppers and fried shrimp wontons. This was good enough for us to keep drinking but have a snack as we go

The vibe is great as there is a live DJ that plays old school records which is what attracted us to this place in the first place. Definitely a great place to grab some drinks and listen to some good music while eating/drinking a few Japanese oriented drinks/snacks.“

“I really liked this place..not so much like traditional sushi but everything we got was on point, particularly the skewers were all super good. Service was fast, prices reasonable & the decor was interesting & beautiful..Will definitely be back!“

“Food is amazing every time“

“Came here with my sister for lunch and had a wonderful. The cafe is so cute and the menu is quite extensive (there’s just so many options, you’ll have to come back!). Our waitress was the sweetest and answered any questions/concerns that we had. I got the hamachi don and my sister got the katsu. Both were delicious and the portions are filling! I will definitely come back.“

“Anyone who lives in the neighborhood knows of Zest Sushi and their HH specials. This is their sister restaurant which is a ramen restaurant. The food is good for a neighborhood restaurant, I’m happy to see that they also offer sushi at this location now (came when they first opened and they didnt have). Decently priced with good portion size. Good for a quick meal especially on a cold night for a nice both of ramen. Id recommend if you’re ever in the area and looking for something soupy but would not recommend commuting 30+ minutes for.“

“The beef bibimbap is amazing.“

“最高でした！ 日本でもここまでの居酒屋は無いと思います！“

“ニューヨークで超落ち着く日本料理屋さんです。最高でした！日本の皆様にもぜひ紹介したいです！“

“My favorite restaurant in Astoria. We even did our wedding rehearsal dinner here! They have fantastic Thai and Japanese food and the best coconut rice I’ve ever tasted (including the time I lived in Asia!) Great service and great prices considering how good the food is. Must go!“

“They take their last order at 2.45pm and we were there at 3pm. Very hungry and very very late as we had to rush to catch our flight from New Jersey. We requested and they were very sweet to accommodate my daughter and me -two hungry souls.
They not only went out of the way to feed us beyond their kitchen timings, but offered us a very unique dish - octopus with wasabi! An amazing new addition to my Japanese favourites. While waiting for the main course, the sushi chef presented a beautiful show with a variety of amazing sushi rolls. They were amazing. The main course was served hot and fresh which we could only finish a portion of due to time constraints and they got the rest of it packed for us to enjoy on the way to the airport. All that care, love and amazing food was topped by a sushi platter packed for us - on the house, complimentary from their side.
Truly speaking the last meal in NY couldn’t be more special!
Thankyou team WANO for this!
Gratitude! Love from India ❤️“

“Absolutely loved AI KI YA Japanese Hot Pot. First time experienced the Japanese hot pot. The sukiyaki was excellent—high-quality beef, rich and well-balanced broth, and everything tasted fresh and comforting. Dipping the beef in raw egg made it even better.Great atmosphere, attentive service, and a very satisfying overall experience. Definitely one of the better Japanese hot pot spots in the area.“

“this place is such a gem! amazing service and ambiance — always playing the best music

ive gone once for late night snacks and once during lunch service. its always easy to walk in and get a table — im surprised it isnt more popular hence why im writing this!

takowasabi is some of the best ive had. definitely leans on the saltier side, if youre okay with that

would skip the okonomiyaki..

for their lunch specials, the creamy cod roe udon was decent and portion was HUGE. like twice of anywhere else ive gotten.

the curry udon was also very generous, but could definitely use a lot more seasoning.

for lunch, they also serve yubu. these lean on the sweeter side, and portions are also HUGE! we got 4 and employee was so sweet, saw us debating for a while which to get, and gave us 2 extra

think the lower popularity is due to the somewhat hidden location - hoping this spot gets more foot traffic and sticks around!“

“Awesome atmosphere and music ….and the food is a “10” out of “10”!!! Delicious !!!!! The octopus is a definite must have!!!!!“

“I was here a couple weeks ago. Very welcoming and friendly. I came here by myself sat at the bar. The attention to detail was there, the bartender was great with information on Japanese whiskey and cocktails. The dessert was blew my tastes bud away.“

“I’ve been to this place 5+ times in the past year. This place is solid for heavy sake/sochu drinkers like myself. The pour is generous and food is good too. Get the kara age, hagi dog! Or ochazke or beef tongue if you’re hungry. The freshness of sashimi depends on the day… but I like their yellowtail“

“Been going for over a year and always enjoy everything I order. The service, the food, and the vibe are perfect. The one ramen dish on the menu is one of my favorites in NYC! Having been to Tokyo a bunch of times, the authenticity really comes through here.“