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- 33-18 Ditmars Blvd., Astoria 11105
- 718-777-0228
HinoMaru Ramen
Ramen joint takes name from the Japanese flag, brings authentic flavor to Astoria. Smiling monkey banner out front welcomes you in for steaming bowls of savory pork broth. Eight soups to choose fro... read more
- 231 Thompson St., NoHo 10012
- 212-505-2555
Go! Go! Curry!
Go go Godzilla: cheap-eats curry hut inspired by Hideki Matsui. Go means “five” in Japanese, nods to 55 on the uniform and offers discounts every 5th, 15th, and 25th day. Chain is big i... read more
- 151 Rivington St., Lower East Side 10002
- 212-777-7253
Yopparai
Stealth izakaya upstairs from 151. Owner is from Shinagawa City, chef’s a Tokyo export as well. Authentic feel in narrow, intimate space. Antique sake signs and sake ware for décor. Na... read more
- 321 W. 44th St., Midtown Manhattan 10036
- 646-692-9115
Gyu-Kaku
This is a chain, to be sure, but still: points for style. Sleek and modern with plenty of room. Grab the bull by the horns, as the name suggests, and be your own Benihana chef. Charcoal grills and ... read more
- 61 W. 8th St., Greenwich Village 10011
- 212-505-2610
Neta
A mini-Masa for the Village. Former Bar Masa and Masa head chefs join forces, hang their own sushi shingle. Name comes from the Japanese for the fresh parts, and brother, this shizz is fresh. Omaka... read more
- 2178 Broadway, Upper West Side 10024
- 212-595-0094
Geisha Table
Serafina's Japanese wing. Shares hotel space with Italian sib, but reflects antipodal approach. Intimate izakaya all about simple, elegant cuisine. Chefs take inspiration from pan-Asian backgrounds... read more
- 3183 Broadway, Harlem 10027
- 646-559-2862
Jin Ramen
Name means “benevolence,” and soup shop’s approach is accordingly neighborly. Serves up classic Japanese with some Taiwanese accents. Hearty pork broths are the focus, although th... read more
- 536 Madison Ave., Midtown East 10022
- 212-840-5555
Sushi Shop
Euro chain brings its French-inflected Japanese to midtown. Slick bi-level space finished with black accents, airy dangling lanterns. Businessfolk grabbing self-serve lunches, finer dining come din... read more
- 475 Driggs Ave., Williamsburg 11211
- 718-963-2555
Fushimi
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
- 330 W. Broadway, Soho 10013
- 212-966-8252
Taka Taka
Hot sushi, Mexican gyoza, Japanese tacos: these cats are turning the playbook upside down. First US location of Mexican fusion chain. Comes complete with conveyor belt snaking through the room, o... read more
- 231 Eldridge St., Lower East Side 10002
- 212-529-3133
Family Recipe
Haute meets homey at this Japanese jewel box. Tokyo-born chef uses technique and tastes of home as starting point for her creative flights. Market-driven menus lead to buns stuffed with pork belly ... read more
- 185 Orchard St., Lower East Side 10002
- 212-228-0880
HaChi Restaurant & Lounge
Serpentine banquettes set slick stage for contemporary Asian fusion. Nightclub lighting shades lounge space, trim balcony. Kitchen takes Japan as a starting point, adds international accents. Calam... read more
- 107 Rivington St., Lower East Side 10002
- 212-796-8040
CO-OP Food & Drink
Cursed THOR ground floor takes a stab at a steak frites ‘n’ sashimi joint. Glam trappings abound, inspired by ‘70s California, complete with mirror-tile sushi bar and serious marb... read more
- 30 Hudson St., Tribeca 10013
- 212-791-3771
Brushstroke
David Bouley gets inspired by visit to Osaka cooking school, spends years putting together Japanese restaurant that's exacting to the last detail. Fish tanks, artisanal soy sauce, ingredients gro... read more
- 276 Fifth Ave., Park Slope 11215
- 718-832-1111
Naruto Ramen
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
- 1 W. 59th St., Midtown West 10019
- 212-986-9260
Plaza Food Hall
Next up for the Plaza reinvention, this finally-completed, bustling, European-style food court curated by Todd English. Think gourmet market meets dining hall. Huge space includes eight separate se... read more
- 2 W. 32nd St., Midtown Manhattan 10001
- 212-695-7272
Sake Bar Kirakuya
Dark, intimate vibe on the second floor of the building, this is an ideal date spot to mix things up a smidge. Pause for a quick light snack or stay for the 6 course sake pairing menu. Patrons sit ... read more
- 456 Hudson St., West Village 10014
- 212-414-2929
Takashi
Cow palace. Beef bits you never imagined eating served to you raw. Korean take on Japanese yakiniku has you grilling it yourself right at the table. Chow down on three different parts of cow stomac... read more
- 231 E. 9th St., East Village 10003
- 212-979-9674
Robataya NY
Domo arigato, Mr. Robataya. Soba-ya and Curry-ya peeps break out the paddles. Charcoal grilling is the specialty, hits veggies, rice balls, and meats like chicken, lamb, and duck. High-energy chefs... read more
- 173 Fourth Ave., Park Slope 11217
- 718-398-9898
ZuZu Ramen
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
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