Michael Briones, a Momofuku alum, drops Japanese-inspired fare on the ‘Burg. Izakaya-style small plates like wings, roasted potatoes with spicy mayo. Ramen comes with a range of broths, from ... read more
Food writer Harris Salat tries his hand at ramen. Counter wraps windowed kitchen in classic Japanese fashion. Blonde wood from front to back. Four varieties of ramen feature short rib, ajitama egg,... read more
North Japanese noodles taken seriously (no bacon ramen). Long wooden counter and open kitchen fill swanky Williamsburg dojo. House-made “Nama-Men” noodles ferment 48 hours for flavor an... read more
Outer-borough fusion spot excited to host your next acid trip. Design aesthetic borrowed from a Grand Theft Auto nightclub. Blown-out atrium with ginormous light panels, dangling fixtures, electric... read more
No Zuzu, but UES transplant does the trick when you need to sate that ramen jones. Hefty soup bowls not shy with the salt. Classic naruto ramen with swirly namesake fishcake not as rich as it shoul... read more
The Momofuku of Park Slope. Sheep Station peeps branch out to little box of ramen goodness. Rich broths of green curry, spicy red tom yum, smoky pork, and garlicky vegetarian. Al dente noodles ensu... read more
Versatile Williamsburg izakaya serving up robata, yakitori, and sushi, with the occasional live bossa nova soundtrack. Intimate booths and social bar, plus petite outdoor space. Underrated sushi is... read more
Local sushi spot with a worldly menu. Sip your miso right from the bowl, like they do in Japan, and enjoy creamy homemade tofu, served warm or cold, from a glass jar. Nicer atmo than your average ... read more
Homesick Tokyo native opens a traditional izakaya, creates temple to dining in peace and privacy. Three-floor labyrinth of lantern-lit hallways leads to mahogany booths separated by bamboo curtains... read more
Fish flown in from Tsukiji Market arrives on your plate with edible gold leaves. Forget edamame, garlic shrimp and eggplant miso start you off right. Some of the best sushi in Brooklyn. Cooked e... read more
May not be Blue Ribbon, but beats out the other 4,000 sushi spots nearby by a mile. (And you won't have to go without health insurance for a month to afford it.) Neighborhood spot distinguishes its... read more
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