Yopparai
$$$ • Japanese, Izakaya, Vegetarian
Hours:
49 Clinton St, New York
(212) 777-7253
About Yopparai
Customers' Favorites
Shrimp and Vegetable Tempura with Miso Soup
Grilled Wagyu Beef over Rice with Miso Soup
Karaage Fried Chicken with Green Tea Salt
Bluefin Tuna with Smoked Daikon Roll
和州牛たたき washu gyu tataki
Grilled Sakiyo-Miso Salmon
Yopparai Special Chirashi
Wagyu Beef and Miso Soup
Chawanmushi Seasonal
Sashimi Moriawase
Yopparai Reviews
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Hours
| Monday | 5:30 - 10PM |
| Tuesday | 5:30 - 10PM |
| Wednesday | 5:30 - 10PM |
| Thursday | 5:30 - 10PM |
| Friday | 5:30 - 11PM |
| Saturday | 5:30 - 11PM |
| Sunday | 5:30 - 10PM |
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Yopparai is a restaurant that offers a unique sake experience, showcasing a variety of sakes to be appreciated in different temperatures. The atmosphere is fantastic, featuring traditional tatami mat seating that creates a cozy and transportive ambiance, enhanced by quiet jazz music. Many customers enjoy the comfortable seating positions in the booths, which provide a more intimate vibe. It is an excellent choice for special occasions, with high-quality ingredients and a comprehensive drinks list, including gluten-free soy sauce. While some note that the portions are small for the price, dishes like the Yopparai chirashi, miso cod, and squid with fermented uni paste have received praise for their flavor. The staff is friendly and attentive, ensuring quick service and refilling water promptly. Although it is a little out of the way, Yopparai is worth the visit for some sake and a few bites, particularly for those looking for an authentic experience. Reservations are recommended to secure a tatami mat booth for the best experience. Whether for a unique date night or an immersive taste of Japan, Yopparai delivers an unforgettable dining experience that many describe as fun and delicious.