Love Glaze The beef is ridiculous, salmon is great. The salad dressing is amazing. Everything can be made Gluten free and no difference in the taste. The staff is super friendly and always willing to help. I go there once a week! Use your phone number and collect points for discounts. Definitely recommend! read more

Review of the Teriyaki chicken bowl I ordered this for takeout and I must say, it was so mis(coming from an Asian person who loves Teriyaki chicken). Service and delivery time was fast and I can't say much about the ambiance, but the flavors of the teriyaki sauce was way too salty. I had expected sweetness and a bit umami, but this dish fully missed that mark. Rice was okay, but you can't really mess up rice. Salad dressing was fine as well, and I do like the inclusion of sesame seeds on the chicken. Next time though, I will stick to my usual chicken teriyaki spot. read more

Glaze Teriyaki - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

This is the flagship location of this New York City-based but Seattle-inspired miniature chain. Compared to traditional teriyaki, the Seattle version adds fresh ginger and garlic, so it tastes a tad different. This location, in particular, gets very crowded due to all the Midtown East workers, so if you're looking for a quieter meal, I would recommend either on the weekend, in the afternoon past 2:00 P.M., or on a holiday. The service can be a bit curt, but I think that's just because it becomes a little overwhelming for them with the combination of counter take-out, delivery orders, online orders, and MealPal, which seems especially popular. In terms of options, I would personally recommend their combo meal. It's around $15 post-tax and comes with a salad, your choice of dressing, and two types of protein served over either white or brown rice. The salad is small, and the sesame dressing is alright. For meats, I've mostly gone with the steak and salmon over brown rice. If you have to choose one dish, the steak is solid, the salmon is good, and the chicken is alright. All the sauces are a bit sweet for my liking, but the spicier sauces aren't bad. The portion has grown smaller over the years, but that applies to 90% of other places due to shrinkflation. It's a perfectly alright spot, but there are plenty of options in the area, including much better Asian food over rice, such as the excellent Kati on East 55th. I probably would go here more often if I had a lack of lunch options, but thankfully, there's better around there. read more

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the cashier was one of the rudest people I've ever met. From ordering my order to asking a simple question, she had extreme attitude a was highly unprofessional. The manager must review her behavior. Will never come back that's for sure read more

Had one of their bowls for our office group lunch the other day. It was delivered to us during the expected time frame. In all honesty, I was a bit underwhelmed on first sight. The portions are on the smaller side and I ordered mine with the "extra steak" ($4, I believe it was). Though I am not a fan of sweet sauces on meat, I must admit that their spicy teriyaki works pretty well in conjunction with their steak (which on its own is sorta dry). I forget what salad dressing I asked for, (it was lemony and sorta sweet) was equally as good as their teriyaki sauce. I wished their portions could bigger and offered more choices for carbs. Additionally, I feel they could give you less teriyaki sauce (I discarded 75%+ of it; didn't need it) and more rice (or salad)... I'd feel this meal was a better value if that were the case. I'd grade this a 3.6 star if it were possible. read more

Glaze Teriyaki - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

Glaze is a sleeper hit! I was surprised at how tasty the bowl was! I got the combo salmon and beef with regular teriyaki sauce and brown rice. It was delicious and felt super healthy. The salad was also very refreshing. The place was clean and there was no line for me to order so the food came out hot and quick. Will definitely come back if I need a quick meal. read more

Glaze Teriyaki - Combo - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

The grass fed beef steak with brown rice and salad with spicy teriyaki sauce tasted great but $16 for a bowl is definitely not cheap. This is fast food teriyaki and not an authentic Japanese food experience so minus one star. The self-service kiosk was easy to use for ordering. The food was ready in just a few minutes. Overall, the place is well-lit and looks clean but just a bit of stain on the table. Wiping more frequent would be great. read more

Glaze Teriyaki - Beef Grass Fed Steak Plate - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

I have only had take out from here. I have not been to the actual restaurant. The meals I have had delivered have been very tasty. I had the steak and broccoli over whit rice. And I also have had the half chicken breast half steak bowl over white rice with a side salad. Both were pretty tasty and the steak was juicy had alot of flavor. The chicken was ok a little bland tasting. Both dishes I had the teriyaki sauce on it and that has alot of great flavor to it. I also had a side of the cucumbers which was tasty. read more

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This review is for the customer service I experienced at this location - came here for a pickup order and was met with a glare from one of the workers who was scooping rice. Waited for about 5 minutes before anyone helped me, as everyone continued to ignore that I was even in the store, waiting patiently to get my order in. When I said "excuse me?" that same worker came over, no smile, asked "what do you want" and took my order in a monotone voice. I also waited an additional 15/20 minutes for them to put my plate together. I get that if there are other delivery orders, but no delivery guy was in sight and the three people working there continued to finish everything else before getting to my order. The food is decent, but with customer service like that it makes me not want to come here anymore. read more

Glaze Teriyaki - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

One of those quick lunch choices in the area, only that this place isn't quick, so don't come here expecting to be in and out in 10 mins. The teriyaki sauce is just that, nothing special, and the tofu was a letdown because they're not the fried kind and have no flavor whatsoever. read more

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This is one of my favorite places in the city. I randomly came across it one day searching for healthy places to eat after an intense workout. I with get a chicken breast bowl or combo bowl with chicken. Today although I feel my head may be bigger than my stomach, I'm happy I came. The food is always consistent and tasty. Staff is always nice and friendly. This place has waves of traffic. There's people who come and go, delivery pickups and those who dine in. I've been at various times and even if there's a line it goes pretty fast. The ambiance is great. Lots of seating, well lit but you can still sit and be in your own bubble. You can sit and people watch with the large glass windows or get a few emails done. It's really whatever you feel as dar as a dine in experience. It not too nosy and a great balance between the busy hustle and bustle that's the city. Price point and portions are great. I would highly recommend. The carrot ginger dressing . I had to hunt down something similar but it's the extra for a healthy alternative that tastes great and you can feel guilt free. There are gluten and gluten free options on the menu. This is the only location i've been to but there are others in the city. read more

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My coworker recommended this spot to eat for lunch. So, I gave it a shot. There are two locations that were nearby, so I may give the other one a try as well. This place is known for their different teriyaki sauces and spices. I got the two proteins with brown rice and salad. I tried the combo of chicken breast and steak with spicy teriyaki sauce. The spicy didn't have much of a kick. However, I did see it on the spice counter the hottest one, so I got that in its own container. Now that one made me tear and gave me a coughing fit. If anyone wants to try the hottest teriyaki sauce on a bowl this is the place to go. read more

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Branding is on point, food is pretty darn good, and speed of service is efficient. I really wasn't sure what the restaurant was when I saw it since I always think of glazed donuts, but it was so appealing that I decided to search what it was and then order some food. The staff were kind and all of them were hard at work making dishes, cleaning, etc... The menu is pretty straightforward - I got chicken on salad and it comes with multiples types of "glaze" which are the dressings you can pour over. I got the spicy teriyaki and carrot-ginger for the salad. Honestly, it's pretty good, though there were a lot of plastic sauce cups to hold the sauces. One thing to note about the restaurant is that the things that need to be clean are clean like all the flat surfaces from tables to seats. However, things on the walls like the vent above the line in front of the cashier, white doors, and lower walls that get some foot traffic are in dire need of a clean. If the walls weren't painted white, maybe it would be harder to notice. The staff all work hard and do their best, so it's probably just a new thing that has to be done: clean the months of dirt off the restaurant vents and wipe the walls once a month, if even that. Overall, I'd come back - the place has a lot of great things going for it, just a few minor touch ups that would make the space shine as much as it seems to on the outside. read more

Glaze Teriyaki - Chicken salad - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

Love this place for work lunch. I recommend the salmon and steak with any of the sauces. Feels like the perfect balance of hearty and healthy read more

portion looks alright from the outside but its actually quite small. Not much flavour in the bowl and I didn't want to drench it with the included sauce. It was underwhelming and messy in the container. Food was quick for pickup. For around $12, there are better options in the area. read more

Glaze Teriyaki - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

Ordered for corporate, in-office lunch and they canceled 15 mins before we started. Unprofessional. (NY Mid-town East)

This was my first time trying food here and boy was it tasty! I had the steak plate. Tue steak was soft, flavorful and perfectly cooked. The salad was fresh. I tried the spicy terakyi..it had a nice kick. The rice was too soggy for my liking however i would try it again. Great lunch spot! read more

Glaze Teriyaki - Saucy!! Extra sauce extra dressing - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

Easily & hand down the one spot we can all agree to order from while at work. Great portions & sooooo many options. Never disappoints.

I've ordered Glaze a handful of times via DoorDash and it satisfies my cravings. I like how you can customize your meal with the type of rice, salad, and salad dressing. They also have gluten-free options for dressings and sauces! When I want to eat healthier, I would go for the grilled salmon with salad and brown rice. I also like their steak, which is cooked medium-well (sometimes well done), but still very tender. I wouldn't say Glaze Teriyaki is authentically Japanese, but it's a modern, fast, and healthy take on it. The only reason I'm docking one star is that they've messed up my dressing order a couple times, which I'm not to mad about, but just inconvenient. read more

I ordered for delivery the salmon on white rice with a side salad with spicy teriyaki and carrot ginger dressing. This is a cheap fast food restaurant. My food arrived cold and the salmon was thin and dry. The teriyaki sauce was sticky and had no soy sauce in it. The carrot ginger dressing tasted like plastic. The rice was hard and clumpy. Won't order again! read more

food was really tasty. kind of small portions. i ordered the Extra Spicy Teriyaki...i think it was missed because it wasn't remotely spicy. I ordered via uber eats and received it in a timely matter. I really enjoyed it overall and will order again. read more

Finished 90% on my meal before I pulled this hair out of my mouth . What a shame because I love how simple and tasty their food is. read more

Glaze Teriyaki - Hair that was in my bowl today :/ - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

I order from here often. The ora king salmon plate is amazing! Have not explored the other protein options.

Great fast food for teriyaki chicken bowls. The quantity is quite large, and I was very full. The flavor is not super strong, so if you're looking for something lighter than Chipotle and Cava, this is a good choice. The rib is just ok, but you should try it if you're curious. read more

Ample portions. Relatively inexpensive. Flavorful. I ordered the surf and turf and treated myself to the ferry cheesecake in the jar ! That hit the spot. read more

Glaze Teriyaki - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

I was home starving and didn't feel like cooking or going out to eat. I found this place on Uber eats but I remember eating at this franchise before because it used to be by my old job and I recall loving their food. I was so excited that they delivered all the way to my house. I ended up getting the salmon teriyaki with white rice and salad and let's just say it didn't stand a chance! The food was great just as I remembered it. I love the sauce that they use in the salmon. Overall great place to eat. Would highly recommend. read more

Glaze Teriyaki - Salmon Teriyaki Plate - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

***Vegetarian Review Glaze is a pretty average lunch spot in the area. While I appreciate that they have vegetarian options like tofu and vegetable gyoza, I thought the food was just okay. The tofu was pretty bland even with the dressing and the gyozas were hard rather than crispy. I would be interested in seeing more creative vegetarian options like teriyaki seitan or something of that sort. Unlike other reviewers, I didn't find anything in particular about my service. They weren't the friendliest but they weren't rude. I did agree that Glaze is pretty overpriced for what it is. I don't think I'll be coming back frequently. read more

Glaze Teriyaki - Vegetable Gyoza and Tofu Salad - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

Glaze teriyaki used to be my fav go-to spot before the pandemic began and I used to take out from there 3/4 times a week. I just returned to the office in the city after a year and half and decided to give this location a try. The quality of the food is not what I remember. Portions are bigger now but the rice was mushy and chicken did not taste the same. read more

Glaze Teriyaki - Chicken thigh and Wok Sauteed Vegetable Combo Plate with white rice - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

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Great spot for a quick and delicious meal! The staff is so nice and they always get you in and out, and you'll never leave hungry. The portions are huge! Definitely recommend getting the Teriyaki steak and white rice with some extra teriyaki sauce at the little sauce station. You can also get free water there! The shrimp shumai is also a delicious starter to go with your meal. 10/10 spot!! read more

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The first time I was here, I loved the place. A very friendly young lady took my order and the food was delicious. Three days passed and I returned later on a Saturday evening. I said hello to the people working and wasn't greeted. Then I was looked at like I was an idiot when I had a couple questions about inputting my own order in the computer. And I finally I watched as the FRONT cook sloppily put together the salads he was responsible for preparing, using his gloved hands to wipe his forehead, adjust his hat and hair, and touch his shirt, in between touching the food...without changing his gloves or washing hands. I got my money back no problem...and actually wasn't asked why I wanted a refund. Must happen all the time. Time for a new night crew or some additional safety/cleanliness training. Won't be back. And it's a bummer because I live around the corner now, and the food was good. But now I can't help imagining what happened while it was being prepared while I wasn't watching. read more

The food is always delicious and fresh!!! I love the lemon dressing. The service is also great and quick.

Honestly the only reason I don't eat here everyday is because I don't work around the area anymore hahaha love this place grilled chicken over brown rice with the lemon sauce on the salad with a side of gyozas thank me lattteerrrrr read more

Glaze Teriyaki - Chicken over brown rice with a salad - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

There was a massive bug, still alive, moving in my food. It blended in with the chicken and I didn't notice until it fluttered its wings. Needless to say I lost my appetite immediately and had to throw it away. Not sure how this place passed health inspections as I've seen other reviews mention similar instances of finding live bugs in their food... Please ...do yourself a favor and don't take the risk of coming here... read more

Glaze Teriyaki - Chicken teriyaki with added "protein" - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

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One of my favorite lunch spots. Although I haven't gotten a chance to try other things on the menu, the spicy teriyaki sauce is so so so so good. My friends and I opted for the combo plate, and the chicken thigh plate. The meat was cooked perfectly, not dry and still moist. The sauce though.. blown us all away. Will definitely be returning and trying other menu items! read more

Fast casual asian food in Midtown East. Super small shop with a couple tables but hard to have a conversation because of congestion and noise. Super quick service. You have options of protein, rice/salad and they have sides and a fridge of drinks. They add teriyaki sauce and the option of spicy sauce. I recommend adding the spicy sauce - wasn't too spicy! Ordered the steak and tofu over brown rice, spicy, and salad. It was super packed when I went due to work lunch hour but it took less than 10 minutes to prepare. Big portions. The steak was good and not drenched with sauce! Tofu was too firm and dry for my taste. They were generous with the protein which I appreciated. Decent food and not super heavy but nothing special about the taste. $12-15 for lunch which is average for a midtown lunch. read more

Glaze Teriyaki - steak teriyaki and tofu - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

If I worked nearby this would be a great option other than just your typical salad or poke bowl spot. Came here for a quick dinner with a friend. You can customize a teriyaki rice bowl or salad bowl. I went with the teriyaki and white rice with both steak and salmon. It also comes with a side salad and I went with the sweet sesame sauce instead of the carrot ginger. Pretty huge portion because I still had leftovers the next day. Steak and salmon were both juicy. We ordered a few sides of cucumber salad (could use either more seasoning or a dressing that gets absorbed more), gyoza dumplings and shumai pretty good actually and was surprised. Like I was expecting everything to be a-okay and was actually somewhat blown away and also felt like I was eating healthy-ish. All of their teriyaki and salad bowls come out to around under $10 also unless you add extra protein so it's a great deal. read more

One of my lunch spots nearby work! I ordered salmon teriyaki and steak over brown rice, crispy gyoza dumplings, and cucumber salad. The steak was cooked perfectly. I was worried it'd be overcooked. The salmon was very good too. I chose the spicy sauce option and it was a bit spicy for me so the cucumber salad definitely helped. It was really refreshing. The crispy gyoza dumplings has its name for a reason! It didn't look crispy but when I took a bite it was flavorful and had a thin crispy shell. If you want your teriyaki fix for lunch, this is the place to go. read more

Glaze Teriyaki - Crispy Gyoza Dumplings, Cucumber Salad, Combo - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

This is a self serve place, but very sinple and clean. Not much choices on the menu but just enough. Very good sauce making the rice, salad and meat delicious. Average manhattan lunch pricing read more

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I used to come here for lunch all the time at my old job but haven't come back since they moved across the street and upgraded the place. The decor is more modern and sleek. The space is much larger and there's more seating. I ordered my usual order: chicken thigh over brown rice and salad with carrot ginger dressing. The portion was larger than I remembered. I like that it came in a ceramic bowl instead of a cardboard box like they used to do for dining in. The chicken thigh had a good char and the ingredients were fresh. The staff were a bit rude and not too friendly. I was standing there waiting to order and no one acknowledged me whatsoever. I would come back if I'm ever in the area but I wouldn't go out of my way to come here. read more

Glaze Teriyaki - Chicken thigh over brown rice and salad with carrot ginger dressing - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

Wow. I remember Glaze when it first started, so delicious. The current iteration of Glaze is so awful, I'll never go back. Walked in, said hello to the staff and was greeted with nothing. Now I have to put my own order into the screen, which then asks for a tip, which is laughable. I waited for a considerable amount of time, and went to ask if they had my order, to which the cook pointed at my order that was sitting there, ready. He motioned to the girl who was on her phone (in her earbuds), and she asked me if I could "just wait." I told her my food was ready and I needed to go, so she begrudgingly packaged it. I asked for utensils and she said I need to do it myself, of course. The chicken was like shards of dry cardboard. What an unbelievably inefficient and rude staff, paired with terrible food, and the reality that I could have done it all better myself by ordering...inquiring...packing my own utensils and quite frankly: it would have been faster had I walked to the kitchen and packed it myself ( and tipped myself for the hard work) Glaze is a corporate nightmare bereft of the charm and good food it once had. It offers nothing, just bring your lunch from home. read more