I've had Mochiron Izakaya bookmarked for a while, so expectations were... not sky-high, but definitely higher than what we got. We went all in on the skewers with the assorted combo (thigh, breast, meatball, pork belly, the whole lineup including bacon-wrapped everything), plus yaki ika, takoyaki, and fried oysters. On paper, this should've been a fun, izakaya-style spread. In reality, it all landed somewhere firmly in the "fine, I guess" category. The yakitori platter was the biggest letdown--nothing was outright bad, but everything felt a little lifeless. The meats leaned dry, the seasoning didn't quite hit, and even the bacon-wrapped items (which should be a guaranteed win) somehow came off underwhelming. The yaki ika was chewy without much depth beyond the sweet soy + mayo combo, and the takoyaki lacked that soft, almost molten center you want. Fried oysters were decent, but not enough to save the spread. Service matched the food: polite but forgettable. No major issues, just minimal engagement and a general "going through the motions" vibe. read more

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This was my first time back after COVID, and they did not disappoint.Mochiron is a cozy spot on 30th Avenue. is an authentic Japanese gastropub in Astoria (Long Island City) known for its ramen, tapas-style small plates, and anime-themed decor. I ordered one of their specials with soup and green tea. On a cold day in December, everything hit the spot, and with a little extra to carry home. Interior-wise, the restaurant is beautifully decorated with animated posters, and the staff are friendly. Well worth another visit read more

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Was craving some Japanese food and ordered a Pork Katsu Curry for delivery. The curry came separate from the katsu, rice, and vegetables to keep them from getting soggy. It comes with a good amount of curry to really cover everything. The curry was light yet flavorful but not overwhelming. It had diced potatoes in it to help with the thickness. The katsu was breaded and crispy. The vegetables were also light and vinegary which was a nice palate cleanse from the umami curry. Great portion size too! read more

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Dang! This place was amazing! I had EIGHT Yakitories and a lot of rice. Nice ambiance and the staff was really nice. You should go there asap read more

We ordered pork katsu curry, deep fried oysters, assorted yakitori, pork gyoza and a bowl of their deluxe ramen. The only dish that was subpar (IMO) was the gyoza; they felt more like generic, fried dumplings. The fried oysters were very tasty, second only to their deluxe ramen. Our server was friendly, but seemed to lack experience and knowledge. He forgot to let the kitchen know about one of our dishes and it did not arrive at our table until everyone in our party was done eating. Even though the Deluxe Ramen tasted very good, I felt the dish should have been warmer. The place is decked as most traditional Japanese eateries; small tables and stools + miscellaneous anime/manga trinkets. read more

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Ate here today after work as a substitute paraprofessional at P.S. 234 Q for lunch and dinner. I had brought and ate the Wasabi raw octopus and seaweed salad and lunch pork katsu. It was definitely really good and delicious. The service there was also attentive and pleasant. Finally, I would definitely eat and come back again next time. read more

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My friend and I had two Raman and we both had diarrhea symptoms. I don't know it's all their food problem.

I have been here at least 10 times, probably more. The food is very inconsistent. On their good days, food is fine. Nothing special, nothing great. Just ok. I like that they offer small plates like an actual izakaya. On their bad days, food is awful. Karaage was dry and burnt a few times, grilled hamachi collar was very bad and stinky like it had been sitting in the freezer for 2 years, some other dishes way too salty (like the grilled shishito peppers). Service is also inconsistent. There is a nice Japanese man there sometimes and he is good. Sometimes there is an unfriendly woman who acts like I intruded upon her space. The music can get very loud sometimes. One issue I have with the place is that they tell you to leave way before their actual closing time. They write 10:30 PM closing or something on their website and Google, but tell you it's last call at 9 PM and give you the check at 9:15 and repeatedly tell you to pay to kick you out before 9:30 PM which is not when they're supposed to close. It's rude and confusing - they should just write that they close at a certain time and do last call like 30 mins before that. They change their closing time whenever without advance notice. I gave this place many many chances, and I really wanted to like it because there are no small plates izakayas in the neighborhood- everything is a very sit-down meal place or totally loud bar. But it's a gamble every time, with really awful food at times and closing time unknown or subject to change any day. I probably won't go here again. read more

Cozy spot for enjoying some Japanese staples and small bites. We tried the grilled yellowtail collar with rice and miso soup, crab salad, grilled rice ball, a few yakitori skewers, and a braised pork dish. Highlights were the chicken yuzu yakitori (the citrus flavor was apparent) and the yellowtail. Asparagus and bacon yakitori was fine, as was the crab salad. Braised pork was rich and tender. Service was friendly and communicative. I'd visit again if in the area. read more

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mochiron izakaya is cute and conveniently located. came by at 3pm on a saturday delighted to find they offer their lunch special on weekends too! i greatly appreciated the fast service and the food was presented cleanly and aesthetically. salad, gyoza, and ramen were all tasty and fresh - nothing extraordinary but a satisfying meal. read more

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If you are in the mood for Yakitori or small plate Japanese iszakaya then Morchiron is a good option if you happen to be in Astoria. The assorted Yakitori platter lets you try a little of everything. Just a tad over seasoned for me and perhaps too much sauce on the grilled onigri rice ball but otherwise the meat and veggies were cooked perfectly. The raw octopus salad was very refreshing and a standout dish. read more

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Small but friendly izakaya - I was impressed with all the anime references put around the space. There's a fair amount of dishes that can satisfy everyone without it being overwhelming. The yakitori combo along with the wasabi squid were my favorites of the night. The okinomiyaki was tasty but it was too much sauce. I wish it was dialed back or I could put it on the side so it wasn't too sweet. I enjoyed the potato croquette was nice and crunchy. I would prob skip the fried oysters next time. read more

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Ambiance (5/5): The setting reminds me of the izakaya scene of Japan with the themed decorations and dining area that overlooks the kitchen. There's bar side seating along the kitchen and also a back area with addition seating. The bathroom is also decorated with anime cartoon posters everywhere! I liked how this venue was not loud or too dark. Service (5/5): We came in around 8:30pm on a Sunday and seated immediately. There seems to be authenticity from the Japanese-speaking staff. They attended to us often and were very nice. Food (3/5): Lychee Hi-ball (5/5): Hardly could taste any liquor in the very forward lychee flavoring (which I loved!) Charsu Bun (3/5): The bun bread was extremely soft and warm. The chars pork was not the most tender but the sauce complemented it well. There's nice variation to the bite from the lettuce and cucumber. Kaki Fries (3/5): The inside of the breading was a moist oyster. I wish the breading had a little more flavor. It came out nice and hot that provided a nice crunch. Yakiniku Don (4/5): The beef slices were nicely marinated but not the most tender pieces. The veggies included were carrots, cbbage, onions, and pickled ginger. It tasted great on the bed of rice that soaked up all the sauce. I would have enjoyed it with more sauce. Beef Don (2/5): There was no sauce at all which result in any flavor to the dish. The beef was dry. The egg in the middle should have been prepared runny to allow the yolk to serve as a sauce/provide moisture to the dish. read more

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Pretty tasty ramen place overall! Servings are medium-large sized, the broths are very yummy, and overall a decent place to check out! One thing to consider though is that the apps feel much smaller than what I'd expect for $5-7, and sticking with main course stuff is the way to go. The namesake mochiron is great, as is the katsu bowl! read more

Came on a Friday around 7pm and was able to get a table without waiting. There was a very steady flow of customers coming in without too much of a wait time. Ordered the spicy mochiron ramen and I really like the wavy chewy ramen noodles and the two pieces of pork belly melts in your mouth. The soup had a tad bit too much white pepper flavor that was quite overpowering. I felt the portion was a little on the smaller side but it at least didn't make me feel overstuffed. Also ordered two skewers - chicken with pickled daikon and pork belly. Pork belly was great but the chicken one lacked flavor. Overall, would come here again for the ramen but would prob try a different flavor. read more

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Food: Ordered the Mochiron Ramen with Spicy Paste. Very nice chicken brothed ramen, with a small kick. I am normally a pork ramen type guy, but this chicken based Ramen was very hearty and delicious. Takoyaki balls were okay. Not a bad starter. Would prefer it a little bit more fried. But they were good. Service: We came mid afternoon on a weekday. So not many customers and service was very good. Water cups at the ready when you sit down. Food came out hot, fresh and fast. Ambiance: Very small Japanese lunch spot. Not many tables. Good to come for a quick bite of Ramen. Overall pretty good. Don't know if I would come back to dine, but maybe order take out of their spicy chicken broth ramen. read more

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Finally made it here after walking past many times. Note: the online takeout/delivery menus don't have the yakitori, I highly suggest dining here in-person! The Miso ramen is delicious and so were the yakitori - we had the chicken thigh with scallion and the pork belly. We wished we had a bigger group so that we could order and share more! Definitely coming back here. read more

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My review is more for people who are looking for vegetarian friendly or halal friendly items. So please take this review with a grain of kosher salt. I couldn't comment on their more popular menu items because I couldn't eat them. It was a very cold day (15° to be exact!), and I definitely was craving some Ramen. This place has some good indoor seating. They checked my vaccination card and I was seated. Going through their Ramen options, it seemed I couldn't have a lot of the items because they were using chicken broth or most of it contained some form of chicken or pork. I went with the vegetable Ramen, which to be honest, looked like the most boring option of all of them. It was still pretty expensive ( $15 ) and there wasn't anything special in it (maybe the poached egg?). I felt like it lacked flavor. I'm personally not a fan of the poached egg either (feels like I am eating raw yolk, even though it's not really raw). The menu does feel very limiting though compared to some other Ramen places I've been to. For Vegetarian folks and people with dietary restrictions, I think you might find yourself struggling a bit here to find items to enjoy. Their alcohol menu was pretty comprehensive though, if that matters. The service was great and as some others have mentioned , the waiters are very attentive. read more

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It's such an amazing place. The workers are so friendly and welcoming. The food is so good; my favorite is the veggie ramen. The ambiance takes you to Japan. I love going back there again! read more

Was looking for takeout, and found this. Was split between the Katsu Don and Chicken Mayo Don; don't regret going for the Katsu, but would like to know how the Mayo comes out. This wasn't totally braces-friendly, the rice got stuck in some holes where teeth needed to be extracted. The chicken was slightly bland--but that's ok! The egg and other vegetables in there makes up for that. I wish some spicy hot sauce or sriracha was included; would have pushed this up a star. Overall very quick and easy to order and eat! read more

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Love the ambiance here, kaarage is so good and their curry rice is my favorite, crab salad seems like they use regular mayo and not my favorite, dairy free options, never disappoints read more

Fantastic small yet amazing quaint Japanese restaurant in the middle of Astoria. If you enjoy Japanese cuisine, this is the place for you. Love: - The decor inside makes you feel like you're in a traditional Japanese village - A large menu of traditional Japanese dishes let's your stomach's imagination go wild, especially since the food is delicious - Service staff & possibly the owner/manager are super friendly Like: - You sit on benches, in an older restaurant style but this may not be for everyone - The bathroom was decorated with anime wallpapers read more

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Such a cute place to go in Astoria. The service was amazing. They have a great lunch menu that's every day of the week. They also have a happy hour menu. I would definitely go back again. read more

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Since we can't fly to Japan at the moment, this place helps transport us to a little drinking alley in Tokyo! So glad a friend introduced me to this cute little Izakaya spot in Astoria. As far as seating goes, they have cute backyard area with ample heating! It was less than 30 degrees out but the gas heater kept us nice and toasty. We started off with some Sake, takowasabi, okonomiyaki, fried pumpkin tempura and for mains I ordered the egg katsu Don (fried chicken or pork cutlet with egg over rice) while my friend opted for the spicy miso ramen. The Katsu was pretty good but I wish they didn't overcook the rice, it turned out slightly mushy. My friend also thought her spicy miso ramen broth was a bit on the sweeter side, something she didn't expect. The appetizers( for drinking) were definitely the showstoppers, the okonomiyaki was very authentic as well as the pumpkin tempura, with its batter perfectly fried and crunchy with very minimal grease. I look forward to coming back and experimenting more dishes. Keep up the good work Mochiron :) Atmosphere : 5/5 Food: 4/5 Drinks: 5/5 read more

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My friend and I went on a weekday afternoon, it wasn't too busy at this time, which we liked. There was one waiter and the cook. The waiter was attentive and really friendly. The service was efficient and didn't feel rushed. The food was really good and seemed quite fresh. We ordered the yakitori platter, kaki fry (fried oysters), grilled spelt, okonomiyaki, and karaage. My favorite was the fried oysters because it wasn't too fishy, okonomiyaki because it wasn't too gooey (some places make it too thick and gooey) and the grilled spelt because of the smokiness. I would go back to try their dinner and for beers! read more

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Worth a visit for food and beer. Mochiron is a late night izakaya that is worth trying for groups of 2 or more. I would say max of 6 due to size. Crab cream croquettes are a thing of beauty. The crisp and crunch is set by good fryers and an eye for the right amount of panko browness. The yakitori sampler platter is phenomenal. Lots of different chicken cuts and meatballs for the table to try. The pork katsu was on the severely dry side and thin side, but the curry accompaniment was able to save the dish. I do prefer thicker katsu cuts and will probably skip this the next time. I do love the decor of mochiron as a big fan of One Piece and other anime. The sake bottles also make a big impression for some food pics and influencer shots. Staff is friendly and responsive when you need small things. read more

I'm on the run for some mochiron. My cousin mentioned grabbing dinner at this izakaya for my last meal in the city. She called me an Uber from Brooklyn (what the heck!! So kind!!) and told me to order anything off the menu while I was in transit. By the time I arrived, the food I ordered was ready for me and it was enticing. - cream croquette ($7.50): with cream and crab meat, this is a side you definitely want on your side. - tonkatsu don ($14): pork katsu with a simmered egg over rice. A complete meal in itself. If I could have this for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, I'd be happy. This was a pretty darn good meal to cap off my trip! Wouldn't be opposed to coming back here. read more

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They don't pick uo the phone, the past couple of times I walked in it was either already closed or they closed the kitchen. The kitchen closure is inconsistent one day it closes 15 minutes before closing, the next 30 and so on. I liked the food and I prefer this spot in Astoria, but inconsistency and low energy from waiters is a major no for me. Kyuramen is way better. read more

Really cute, cozy restaurant! They have a back room which really reminded me of Japan. There were beautiful artwork on their walls and even nostalgic movie posters in Japanese for Star Wars and other movies. Really cool vibe. They also have a small outdoor area, which was really cute. The service was very friendly and patient. We went 30 min before closing time and they didn't rush us at all. About 30 min AFTER they had already closed, they gave us a gentle reminder of their closing time. We were so busy talking that we lost track of time. (Sorry about that, Mochiron!). We were 5 friends (and the cutest sushi baby), who hadn't seen each other in a while and were busy catching up. Ok, onto the food! Three of us had the Katsu curry, another had the Chicken Katsu Don and the 5th person had the Chicken Mayo Don. Portion sizes were very generous and presentation was lovely. I can't speak for the others, but my dish (Katsu curry) was delicious. The pork cutlet was prepared perfectly and had the exact amount of curry I wanted. If you're craving curry, this dish really hits the spot. Oh, almost forgot, we also shared the potato pancake, which was pretty glutenous. It was kind of bland but once you used the dipping sauce it came with, it was good! Would love to return and try their other dishes! Their ramen dishes were very tempting! read more

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Solid ramen, and insanely close to home. Initially the regular ramen looked pretty small/sparse, but it ended up being the perfect portion size for a small, hungry girl. I got spicy sauce on the side to adjust to my liking, which ended up being perfect. The price was good ($15) but I wish the toppings weren't so sparse. For the full ramen experience you have to go 'deluxe' (I think it's $20?). The broth was perfect without being too salty and the noodles were SO CHEWY. Took a little bit of time to come out but heading out was a breeze. Would come back again as a local spot, perfect on a rainy day read more

Food is mediocre, the quantity of food is low, and it is expensive. There is literally no reason to go here.

I decided to explore more of Queens, as I usually stick to my own neighborhood and familiar spots. I initially planned to go somewhere else, but it was full. This place seemed busy too, but to my surprise, they had a nice back area. They brought us water right away, and I enjoyed the food and ambiance. read more

I am Japanese and coming here is so nostalgic! The food is excellent, the ramen is tasty, the apps are fun and great for sharing. The staff is mostly if not all Japanese! There's seating outside on the patio as well. The decor is cute like the bathroom has Naruto posters and stuff lol and there's a beautiful mural in the back room They have ramune, calpico, and other fun classic Japanese drinks too. Oh and they are very sweet to our toddler and had high chairs We come here all the time! Very cozy in the winter read more

I'm so glad I found this place! My boyfriend and I moved to the neighborhood a few months ago and we were looking for a few go-to spots. We randomly came across mochiron on a walk and thought we'd give it a try. We went to dine-in, and we were pleasantly surprised. We ordered chicken katsu curry for dinner, and okonomiyaki and gyoza as starters. I went to Tokyo to 2019 and immediately fell in love. I've been trying to find good Japanese food in America, and mochiron curry tastes very similar to Coco, a super popular chain in Japan. The okonomiyaki might be better than the few I had in Tokyo, and it made me really happy to find a place that sells Japanese street food in a dinner setting. We've ordered delivery a few times, and while it's still good, nothing beats sitting down and having it fresh from their kitchen. read more

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Food is very mid and probably won't be back. Only went cause I was desperate for some savory soup but it didn't hit the spot. Lady also giving me my order was a lil rude, not great service. Not worth the price read more

This place is a great addition to the line up of restaurants on 30th Avenue. It's a cozy little restaurant with a nice relaxed feel to it. When you come in you'll immediately see there's a bar with stools on one side and tables on the other. People can sit by the bar and watch the staff grill the food or sit at the tables and be served. I noticed that the menu offered some Korean dishes like kimchee and pajun but for the most part is Japanese izakaya. I ordered the yaki gyoza (dumplings), tsukune (chicken meatball) and oyako don (rice bowl). The gyoza skin was thin and crunchy. And for a fried dish, it tasted very light and not at all oily. The chicken meatball was my favorite dish. They give you two pieces with an egg to dip in and it was delicious. It made me want to try some of their other small grilled dish options on the menu. I thought the rice bowl was also very good and they give you a generous portion. The simmered egg and chicken had a nice subtle taste but was still flavorful. And it's a very good-looking dish with the veggies and radish on top. I found the servers very friendly and attentive. I read in some other reviews, comments about the slow service but I did not find this in my visit. My food came to my table quickly and every time I looked up; the servers were there ready to assist. I most definitely will be coming back try more items on the menu. read more

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Service: friendly and attentive Ambiance: cozy Food: I had the katsu curry lunch special. I did not enjoy it so much. The pork was not as tender as it could be. The miso soup was a tad too salty. read more

Drinking spot with good food and good vibes. The servers were nice and food was delicious. We ordered the Yakitori combo and black garlic ramen. Ramen was decent which was perfect on a rainy day. My favs from the combo set were the pork belly wrapped enoki, shishito peppers, and chicken scallion skewers. They all tasted fresh and paired well with the egg yolk sauce provided. read more

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The two of us shared the yakitori meat combo ($25), cream croquette ($7.50 for two pieces), takoyaki ($8), and miso soup ($2) for lunch. The combo was a winner, as it comes with 2 skewers of many different meats as well as a scorched rice ball. My favorite was the bacon wrapped asparagus and the chicken with scallion, but they were all good. The pork belly was heavily salted, but I'm not if that's intentional or not - we ate it with the rice ball. The rice ball itself was a nice surprise! It had no filling, so I wasn't expecting much but the outside is scorched and seasoned. Cream croquette has some crab flavoring, but I wished it had more of a crab taste, but still decent. The takoyaki hit the spot for girlfriend, and I appreciated that it still kept hot. The miso soup was just alright (came a little too lukewarm for my liking), but I was feeling like soup. read more

Great causal Japanese & ramen spot in Astoria! I usually order delivery but we decided to go out for a quick dinner and it was a great choice. It's a smaller spot but we had enough space on our wooden benches and it was speedy service which was perfect for us since we wanted a quick dinner. We walked in and didn't have to wait either. The bun was soft and delicious as well as the yakiniku beef bowl (good portion of meat as well- you can even take some leftovers home since has a lot of rice as well). My fiancé loved his ramen. We'll continue ordering delivery from here but a good spot to stop in every once in a while too! read more

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