An absolute gem in South Park Slope!…read more We happened to be staying at a friend's place a few blocks away and was looking for something open on the later side with great food. We searched Yelp and came across Konoba Yakitori, and it absolutely hit the spot. My daughter and I loved our entire experience--everything from the food to the local neighborhood vibe to the incredibly friendly, attentive staff. Everything we ordered was fresh, cooked to perfection, and reasonably priced. We had the gyoza, edamame, Hamachi Lover, Ebi Shu Mai, and the $15 Beef Set (three beef skewers), accompanied by hot tea and Ramune. The beef skewers were a highlight--tender meat with seasoning that was spot-on. Warm, welcoming, prompt, and super efficient. The entire staff was friendly and accommodating, and our waiter was extremely helpful in guiding us through the menu. Top-tier service all around. The space is small and cozy with a simple, comfortable design. Seating is a bit tight and close to neighboring tables, but there's nothing wrong with being snug, rght? It gets busy, but customers tend to eat quickly, so even without reservations, the wait moves well. Most importantly, despite it being a intimate spot, we never felt rushed at all. It's simple, which is what makes it amazing. An incredible restaurant all around--I love this place and can't wait to return. Highly recommend!

It's simple. Great service, food and ambiance…read more I love this place and can't wait to return. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

What a great meal! We shared the Kaishin don, mentai pasta, and then 2 rolls between 2 of us. We…read morewere originally just going to order one roll but then the waitress told us it wouldn't be enough food but then we ended up having a ton of leftovers, so next time I wouldn't order that again. The Kaishin don was the star. The fish was so fresh and the seaweed added a nice crunch. The mentai pasta was nice a creamy and the bacon bits added nice flavor. The rolls were also good but nothing to write home about so I might sub these for another dish the next time. Service was great and will definitely find myself back here at some point!

Ozakaya has been high on my list since I heard about it a few months ago, so my friend and I went…read morefor dinner this past Friday. Reservations become available 14 days in advance on Resy, so I'd highly recommend booking early to secure a table during normal eating hours. Sadly, since it was just the two of us, we couldn't sample as much of the menu as we wanted. Our server recommended a hot appetizer and a fancier option from their Summer Special menu: KARAAGE - 14 Each order came with five thick pieces of chicken karaage. The chicken arrived hot and juicy, seasoned well enough to be enjoyed on its own or dipped in the side of shichimi mayo. This was a great appetizer to share, and I'd recommend it if you're looking for a reliable classic. TEMAKI SET - 95 Served in roughly an 8"x8" wooden box, this set was lavishly topped toro, Hokkaido uni, ikura, and possibly Iberian ham, with crispt nori sheets on the side to make DIY handrolls. After scooping a bit of everything into a little wrap, I was greeted with the most intense, fresh sea flavors. The toro and Iberian ham were fatty and buttery, blending seamlessly with the velvety smooth uni and the fresh, bursting pops of ikura. I had to pause after every bite just to deeply savor it, and I lost count of how many times I said, "Wow, this is so good." Since I don't live in NYC, I generally avoid repeating restaurants even if I enjoyed them. However, Ozakaya is an exception to this rule -- it's easily one of the best meals I've eaten during all my recent visits. I don't know where they source their seafood, but it's incredibly fresh and packed with umami. Even days after, I'm still thinking about the velvety sweetness of that uni, and I can't wait for my next visit.

Looks like they expanded their menu and changed the ambiance of the place! Loved the new revamped…read moremenu and it features a lot more hot dishes. The staff is always so welcoming and friendly and the fish is soo fresh. The portions are pretty generous and it's our go to spot whenever we're in the neighborhood.

Can't complain about the food, service and ambiance... I…read morejust thought it was a little pricey... But I would still go back on a good day!

Made reservations and were seated in the covered outdoor area. I think next time I will get the…read moresushi counter seats. There were also lots of families here. Tried the Omakon, chef choice 5 shashimi, 6 nigiri and 1 handroll. Overall I loved each round of seafood. They picked the progression perfect. There was a really buttery fatty tuna and the mackerel was the best I have ever had. I really enjoyed the meal and will certainly come here again. We were both sufficiently full but ended up getting dessert. The mochi came in 3 flavors and was a great ending to the meal. I will also say the prices are great for some really solid suchi.

Previously (I think) Michelin starred sushi restaurant - the Brooklyn location is the original,…read morethere is an additional in Manhattan. The ambiance here is simple but welcoming. The sushi chefs are all or nearly all Japanese and trained in Japan from what I can tell. They have incredibly affordable options for omakase - we chose the $80 omakase including 6 nigiri, 5 sashimi and 1 hand roll. Everything is typically excellent at sushi Katsuei, highly recommend.

This is our favorite local sushi place. Everything always tastes fresh, and they have great happy…read morehour specials. Great for both takeout and eat-in.

In an area where Happy Hour is hardly found, this place is a gem!…read more I love to sit at the sushi bar, as I usually come here alone, everyone working here is very attentive and friendly but make sure if you sit at the bar that you sit away from where they place all the orders (for here and to go) as that spot gets busy and in your way. I've been here many times and my favorite things from the HH menu are the sushi tacos, bite sized different spicy fish with fried wonton skins with some avocado. Spicy tuna is my go to but friends like the spicy salmon. I also ALWAYS order a cucumber salad, very refreshing in a ginger almost peanut like sauce. Round out the HH order with the $1 edamame and one of the rolls. Absolute perfection and not breaking the bank!

A neighborhood spot with great quality Japanese food. We tried the katsudon and the mazemen (from…read morethe summer menu). Katsudon was comforting and felt like a home cooked meal, and the cutlet was not dry. Mazemen noodles were a good chewy texture and very flavorful once mixed together. Service was friendly and relatively quick for a sit down. Will definitely be back to try other dishes here!

I loooooove Japanese curry and the curry omurice definitely hit the spot. The pieces of fried…read morechicken were super juicy and crispy and the rice was not soggy The curry ramen, was too heavy for me. The flavor was good but wouldn't recommend it as your first meal of the day

Sat outside in the back- great backyard atmosphere…read more Had a noodle bowl and it was great and shared some apps Great place!

A great place to go for an intimate date night or night out with close friends. The menu is…read moreconducive to sharing most items offering many small plates including appetizers and sushi. They have an extensive cocktail menu with unique flavors. My husband and I started with Miso Soup and Spicy Cucumber. The miso soup was perfect for the cold weather. The spicy cucumber left more to be desired not only was it not spicy, it wasn't that flavorful at all. It tasted like just cucumber. For our main, we shared the Goma Hamachi, American Wagyu Steak, Seared Salmon Roll. The hamachi and salmon roll were our favorites. So flavorful. The steak was okay. Cooked to our liking but flavor-wise wasn't anything spectacular. The sauce it came with tasted like oil with no seasoning. For my drink, I had the margarita with mezcal. It was amazing. For the service, I wish the food had been timed out better. We had a small two top table and the food came out so quickly. Which isn't necessarily a bad thing but we rushed eating our apps because we had no table space. We had to constantly shift plates, the candle, and our drinks to make room. It was slightly frustrating.

Amazing little Japanese restaurant!!!…read more I'm always on the hunt for new sushi spots to gorge myself on raw fish. This was an amazing find! It's one of those bitterly cold New York nights and my husband is on his way out of town on business tomorrow, so we wanted to have a cute night out before he goes. We opted for a smaller restaurant to avoid any rushes and I can say for a fact we were not disappointed. I had the spicy dinner rolls (that were enough for two people if I am to be honest), and my husband had the classic sushi dinner. I'd definitely return.

Recently i dined at Jpan for the first time, they have a set menu course option for $37, appetizer…read morea entree and a roll or soup/salad. The banana roll was a fun try but not my favorite, as you may know I am a lover of tofu skin and avocado roll, and monkey roll. Yumm. The pork katsu is dry but not the worst i've had. Good service but I'll just take out next time like i usually do, or try their 3 course tasting! I'm intrigued.

I came into Muteki Udon a bit skeptical since the prices initially felt on the higher side, but…read morethat quickly changed once the bowl arrived. The portion size lined up with the cost, and more importantly, the quality delivered. Every sip of the broth and every slurp of the udon made it clear this was a thoughtfully prepared dish. I went with the niku udon on recommendation and it lived up to it. The flavor was rich and satisfying, and the quality of the meat really stood out. What really put things into perspective was visiting Raku shortly after. At a similar price point, the difference in portion, flavor, and quality of ingredients was noticeable. Muteki felt more filling and more complete as a meal. I left genuinely happy with the experience and would definitely come back to try more of their udon options.

I stopped by for a late lunch with a friend and was welcomed into a little Japanese oasis. I loved…read morethe ambiance and decor of the place including their handmade bowls and plates, which are individually made by the owner --wow. To start off, we had the Cheeseburger Dumplings ($12), which was so unique. We've never had something like this and they executed it really well. The dumplings were filled with meat and fried with a skirt. The cheese part was topped over it like a melty dressing, so a delicious and special dish here. Plus, it had a side salad to balance all the grease here. For the entrees, we had to get the udon and shared the Niku Udon ($25) and Salmon Ikura Udon ($30). It was a nice combo between a hot and cold udon. The Niku was your classic udon bowl filled with plenty of beef and a perfectly soft-boiled egg. The broth was sweet and savory for a warm and comforting meal. On the other hand, the salmon udon was quite unique with matcha udon and fresh salmon. There is a dashi to pour and mix into the noodles, which still gave it flavor and the slurp you want in a udon. Both were so great in its own way. Even their ramen also looked great, but I love all noodles. Definitely a great spot to dine near Barclays Center. Love to come back whenever I'm in the area again. The udon dishes are on the pricier side, but they're huge bowls.

Edit! Got my places mixed up. I love Yamato for a laid back vibe. Everything we order here has been…read moreaffordable and tasty. The service is always great and the people who work here are so kind. It's a reliable place to come for classic favorites on a week night.

Came here with my roommate for dinner since we were both craving sushi. I was pleasantly surprised…read moreby the prices which were some of the lowest I've seen around. We got the duck lettuce wraps which were decent (slightly overcooked meat) and then we each got two deluxe rolls. I do think the prices reflect the freshness and quality (not the best in town, but still good enough)