Izakaya Restaurants in New York, NY

“It was a cool place great food and atmosphere“

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

“Great Food but even better Service. My server Kevin was extremely attentive and made the experience well-worth. Highly recommend this place to all my friends and to anyone - wanting to have a wonderful meal but even better service. Top-Notch and Professional. Must Visit.

Update: I had to come again and the food again once again was spectacular. The must gets are the Konban Corn Ribs and the Ebi Katsu (the shrimps were huge and tender as well as fried to golden perfection). I also highly recommend the Niku Udon (fresh bouncy homemade noodles with a pure clean yet flavorful broth and melt in your mouth tender beef chunks). The servers were also another highlight. My server was Kevin again and he brings the 5 stars food to a 7 star experience. No matter if you're a local or visiting. Konban is a must visit.“

“Great sushi! Great ramen!“

“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.“

“Fun spot!“

“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!“

“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.“

“We visited this restaurant during restaurant week. The food was pretty good, but the service was so bad. One of the waiters fell the udon soup on my colleague's shirt and coat. They didn't say anything or kind of show sorry and still charged 22% tips since we are group of 6. If you don't know how to serve, you should not charge that high tips when you had bad services. Tips is ridiculous and service is not professional, but food is recommended“

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

“This is Crazy ... like I love sushi 🍣 ... I've been in so many places just for sushi that I think I'm a professional testing them all ❤️ , but what I just got tonight , the best sushi I've ever have had ... it's without a doubt the best Sushi in the US , no enough with that , my wife thought the same ..., talking about the personal , they are very professional , they come over you front time to time to ask you how are you doing , even the boss was around asking , it means a lot , they really make you feel special and in home ... definitely I suggest to you if you're visiting NY“

“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.“

“Best Filipino Fusion, Try the Cebuano Longganisa. Perfect“

“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“

“Stopped by this gem for the first time today. My friends and I were looking for a spot in the neighborhood to grab a quick drink after brunch, and this place popped up. If you enter from the street, the entrance is pretty easy to miss, but the interior is such a vibe. It reminds me of those late-night casual bars in Japan and Hong Kong. I love the records they have everywhere.

The menu has some really unique drink options, and I love the Asian-inspired flavors in them. The drinks were delicious and definitely strong. The staff is also super friendly, from the host to our server, Tirzah, who is such a vibe! She’s super sweet, attentive, and has such a fun personality.

I would definitely visit here again the next time I’m in the area and try their other menu items, cause their food looked good too. And hopefully Tirzah will be there.“

“Place is small and crowded but the staff is handling it well and very friendly. Ramen was delicious, I think the noodles itself were one of the best or even the best I had in life (and I ate hundreds of bowls already). Delicious rich broth, soft but crispy chashu, lots of flavors. Big portion. Definitely coming back to try more!“

“I love your food. I love your staff. I love the hourlong all-you-can-drink sake which you very enthusiastically refill. I love that you take great care of a person who can’t have gluten. Please take all my money in exchange for delicious grilled fish and chicken.“

“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!“

“Go here!! My partner and I had one of those unforgettable New York nights at Sip and Guzzle. Our waiter at Sip went above and beyond, the drinks were extremely unique and the Wagyu steak will stand as possibly the best sandwich. Period. The whole Sip and Guzzle team clearly cares about everyone who walks in their door. Highly recommend and we can’t wait to go again!“

“One of my favorite Japanese Restaurants, wish they were open later but the selection of Izakaya Yakitori and Sushi & Sashimi Japanese home style cooking is top notch ! Sake selection on point. Must have All Yakitori, Tako Taro Salad, Hama Kama, Hamachi + Maki Rolls as well as Hot Pots + Ramen. Prices are reasonably and affordable doesn't break the bank. Must have list! Arigato !“

“At Tokyo Record Bar, inside a vibrant, compact kitchen, the chef crafts unexpected dishes that truly bring the omakase experience to life. I had a delicious evening, especially with the uniquely crafted cocktails. The creativity of the menu shines through in every bite, and the housemade coconut mango sticky rice ice cream was a standout — creamy, tropical, and just sweet enough to end the night beautifully. Meeting the lovely chef made the experience feel even more personal, and I’m already looking forward to returning for another unforgettable omakase journey.“

“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.“

“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！“

“This little hidden spot is AMAZING! Great food, great vibe, great service, friendly staff! We ordered a ton of stuff and we were so excited to eat it all that I forgot to take a bunch of photos but I managed to take one of the Tatsu-Age which was fire! 🔥🔥🔥“

“It was just chilling, eating my food then I saw a giant elephant yapping about Joyboy and I saw this loney tunes ahh character fighting a dragon, also i saw red lighting from some huge hill with a skeleton head on it. Tbh the food was good since it was served by some blonde chef with a curly eyebrow“

“Stumbled into this spot in search of a late night eatery in Midtown East. Friday night and it wasn’t overly crowded, service was attentive, and the food was a surprising hit! All the yakitoris were delicious. I would skip the Okinomiyaki, we got it with seafood and it was really rubbery, but overall solid spot“

“Sake Bar Hagi in New York is a great place to eat after going to the theater. It’s located right across the street, which makes it very convenient. Overall, the atmosphere is warm, cozy, and perfect for spending time with your partner. The food is authentic and stays true to Japanese flavors, which we really appreciated.

The service could use a few adjustments, but nothing too unusual considering the cultural style of hospitality. One issue we experienced was with the billing — we wanted to see a breakdown of the charges, but unfortunately we were only given the final total. We tried several times to explain this to the server, but he seemed more focused on having us pay the final amount rather than providing the detailed receipt.

Still, it’s an affordable spot with great food and a nice vibe, especially for a casual dinner after a show.“

“Sick posters all over the restaurant, and the bathroom has a comic wall, which was awesome. The food is really good, although the wait for the sushi was a bit long. Still really good and not too busy, and I got a table right away, so I highly recommend.“