Izakaya Restaurants in New York, NY

“It was a cool place great food and atmosphere“

“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.“

“Amazing experience! The corn ribs were flavorful, tenderloin katsu & noodles were delicious! Thoroughly enjoyed our time here from the thoughtfully curated food and drinks to the waiters attentiveness was the cherry on top! Would come again!“

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

“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!“

“Great sushi! Great ramen!“

“Imasanori Sushi is such a beautiful spot for an elevated sushi experience 🍣✨ Everything from the ambiance to the presentation felt so thoughtfully done. The sushi was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented, and every bite felt like a little experience of its own.
Perfect for a special dinner, date night, or anyone who appreciates high-quality Japanese cuisine. Definitely a place I’d recommend adding to your list! 🤍“

“Fun spot!“

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

“literally my go to place! the food here is amazing, the vibes are always good, and the staff is so nice. every single person i’ve brought here absolutely loves it!

definitely get the zico chicken if you can handle spicy food, otherwise the jjapaghetti always slaps! try their matcha makgeolli as well (and mix in a soju if you’re feeling frisky)

whether you’re going for drunchies or to start off your night with some soju and delicious anjus, seasun is the place to be“

“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“

“Definitely one of the best ramen broths I’ve had, and I try a lot. The broth is clean with crisp flavors. I ordered the Kara (which is the spicy) on the side. I decided to control the spice level on my own, the kick is good, but I didn’t want too much of it.

The grilled pork belly is a good side to add.

The space is packed, and cozy. The staff are friendly and very experienced.“

“It was a cozy and warm restaurant with modern Japanese decor. It was rated by Michelin too. The food was authentic and delicious. We had an unique fried chicken (perfectly seasoned with salt and pepper), popcorn shrimp (lightly battered with tangy cream sauce on the side), katsu don and grilled mackerel (standard and yummy) and really cute and pretty desserts (almond tofu shaped like a little while cat and swirl shaped chocolate). The cocktails and sake were presented beautifully too. The staff were attentive and friendly. It was a nice quiet yummy dinner with my hubby. 😋“

“Toriya is a cool place to hang out with friends, and the atmosphere is pretty nice. However, it took so long for me and my friends to get our food, even something as simple as kimchi, which doesn’t even need to be cooked. The food was okay overall, but nothing really special or memorable.“

“It's not really a listening bar, not because it doesn't have a good sound system -it does!- but because American patrons unfortunately don't know how to not shout when they go out, and the establishment is not encouraging them to speak at lower volumes. Fyi.“

“The vibe alone draws you in from the street. The friendly service gets you to take a seat, and the food makes you want to come back! You don’t have to wait long, and it’s worth every minute! We brought our teenage sons for their first taste of Thai, and they ate every bite! The Mango Sticky Rice was amazing! We’ll 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.“

“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!“

“My husband and I went to this restaurant, and I can confidently say that the Tavern Burger we had here was by far the best burger we’ve ever had! The cheese, bun, meat, and all the flavors came together perfectly, and it was truly an exceptional experience.

We also tried the fries as an appetizer, and the sauce was really good. The fries had a unique, puffy texture that was something new for us and made them even more enjoyable.

We also ordered the Electric Chicken, which was absolutely delicious. It was perfectly crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. We had it with a side of potato salad, which complemented the fried chicken really well and completed the meal.

Overall, we had an amazing experience here. Everything was flavorful, well-prepared, and delicious. Definitely a place we would come back to!“

“Excellent restaurant, the food is AMAZING!
Many thanks to the chef Ignacia that made this moment an unforgettable culinary experience. Everything was delicately presented, delicious and creative.
On top of that, the music was awesome with a great DJ.
Congratulations!“

“Great spot if you know what you're going in for.
Location and atmosphere are both working in Momad's favor — the kind of place that just feels right for a weeknight drink. And the Asahi on draft is the real deal. Fresh, cold, well-poured. Honestly one of the better draft pours I've had at an izakaya in the city.
Yakitori is solid. Won't blow your mind but it's done right and hits the spot alongside a beer. The rest of the menu is more middle of the road — nothing bad, just nothing that stands out either.
Staff is genuinely friendly and that goes a long way. Makes the whole experience feel relaxed and easy.
This isn't a destination dinner spot but it's not trying to be. For a casual drink and some skewers with good service and good vibes, Momad delivers. Would come back without hesitation.“

“The beef bibimbap is amazing.“

“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！“

“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！“

“As someone who works in the fashion industry, I love coming to Wano NYC because it has the perfect mix of ambiance and beautiful aesthetics. It’s one of those places that feels effortlessly stylish while still being comfortable and welcoming. The food is always fresh, comes out quickly, and the staff is consistently kind and attentive. Definitely a spot I enjoy coming back to!“

“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.“

“Wow. What a vibe! The service was impeccable. The atmosphere was SOOPER Japanese, loved it. The FOOD - divine!!! We were a group of 4 and we ATE and it was crazy affordable. I don't think I could translate how great this joint is without literally hand feeding you a sushi roll at the bar.“

“Had a good dinner on Sunday night. Food was delicious 😋. But I noticed that the sushi rice was not made correctly. It was not sticky at all. Please work on that if you think so. Other than that delicious and we will be back soon.“

“Great spot to have dinner with friends. The food is all excellent. Recommended dishes include the chicken thigh with scallion, fried chicken, chicken meatballs and purple sweet potato fries. Service is also very attentive and kind. Would recommend ordering more skewers than you think might be necessary in the first instance to avoid dribbling out skewers in batches of 1-2 thereafter, which isn’t as fun with more than 2 people.

Absolutely worth a visit if you are looking for options in this area.“

“I had an amazing experience at Heno Heno on 46th Street in NYC! The food was incredibly fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. Every dish tasted like it was made with high-quality ingredients, and the menu offers a huge selection, so there's something for everyone. The service was outstanding, friendly, attentive, and fast from start to finish. I also love that they're open late, making it a perfect spot after a night out. Great atmosphere, excellent food, generous portions, and top-notch hospitality. I highly recommend Heno Heno and will definitely be back!“