We were craving some hot Japanese food because the weather in nyc was just crazyy cold. Momokawa did not disappoint! Service was super friendly and fast. Ambiance was very cozyyy-- the tables were a bit on the smaller side though. - Beef sukiyaki: 100/10 (tbh best sukiyaki I've had in nyc! If I'm craving sukiyaki, I'm definitely coming to Momokawa) - Buta Kakuni: 8/10 (the meat wasn't like melt in your mouth, but it was still pretty tender) read more

Good/ok HH and early service! Friend ordered sushi which she didn't eat due to freshness. Rice came out mushy and cold twice. Brussels sprouts dish came out quite soft, and quite cold as well. Cannot say that I am impressed with the food, but the ambiance is calm, which I appreciate. Food, including edamame, good for people who like soft food/cannot chew, I guess read more

Momokawa - Brussels sprouts dish - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

It's a cozy Japanese restaurant in the Upper East Side. I think this is my first time trying sukiyaki style hot pot. I got the beef and cooking it in soy sauce broth and then dipping it in a raw egg was extremely flavorful! read more

Momokawa - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

This experience was wonderful. The vibe is so relaxing, classically Japanese in the middle of nyc. I'll be back for sure!

Momokawa was interesting. The dishes we tried tasted good, and the ingredients were fresh. I'm not sure the price point matches the experience overall, but to be fair, we went during lunch, so maybe it was a little more low key than a proper dinner. The Beef Sukiyaki Don was great, with lots of juicy slices of meat and a well-cooked egg topping a hearty bowl of rice. The Chirashi was nice, with fresh sashimi over some lightly-seasoned rice. The lunch special also came with udon, which can be served hot or cold. The udon were a nice consistency, and the broth tasted delicious, if not a bit too salty. One note -- the bathrooms here are a little gross. Again, for a fine dining price point, I'd expect a little better. But overall, a solid, slightly expensive option for good Japanese! read more

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Momokawa is one of my favorite Japanese restaurants in NYC. The chef-owner holds a PhD in nutrition and offers fresh, health-conscious dishes rooted in traditional Japanese cuisine. Every plate reflects a perfect balance of flavor and wellness. Highly recommended. read more

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Oh man this place was SO GOOD! The Miyazaki beef (above the wagyu) was the most tender beef we've ever eaten...and dipped in the raw egg was just pure perfection! Our waiter cooked and served our first couple of slices of the beef for us and then we were on our own the rest of the meal, but we were well taken care of. The size and spacing of the tables is a bit tight, but they do offer storage bins below your chair to save on space for coats/purses. Highly recommend this for an upscale dinner!! read more

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momokawa is an awesome upscale Japanese Restaurant. One of the best dishes you should try is their Sukiyaki, it was literally the best sukiyaki we had. Sukiyaki is essentially a hotpot but with a soy sauce based broth, it comes with assorted veggie and tofu. It is a great combo pair with the outstanding A5 MIYAZAKI RIB EYE. The beef is so tender in texture and has a buttery mouth feel. Dip into an organic egg for extra richness. The entire experience was fantastic with an excellent service. Featured MIYAZAKI BEEF for 2 Dashimaki Tamago Kani Su  Black COD read more

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One of my favorite places in the neighborhood! The staff is very friendly, and the food is consistently good. After travelling to Japan last year, I was so happy to see okonomiyaki on the menu! I also recommend the sukiyaki, any of the sushi, and the fried chicken! read more

Traditional sukiyaki in UES. Made a reservation for 2 for a Friday evening at 5pm - arrived and were seated immediately. We opted for the US Prime Beef Rib-eye sukiyaki for two, along with black cod miso and steak gozen (wagyu). Sukiyaki was good, cooked table-side with napa cabbage, mushrooms, and ramen noodles. Some tables have built-in stoves, while we had a portable induction stove. Once cooked, dip the various items in egg yolk for that extra richness. The flavors were simple but quality of ingredients was forthright. Black cod miso was good, and wagyu steak was tender, more necessary to supplement the meal in terms of quantity. Overall, very good quality sukiyaki, above average non-sukiyaki dishes, but pricey in terms of quantity. read more

Momokawa - Steak Gozen (wagyu) - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

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Delicious place for sukiyaki, which is essentially hot pot but with a soy sauce-based broth in which they cook the meat and veggies in (vs the traditional bone based broth for hot pot). The broth/sauce is also very salty so it's meant for cooking not for drinking! First time I've had sukiyaki and it was very very flavorful and yummy. Also like nothing I've had before so will definitely return. Service was smooth, they have someone teach you how to cook the first slice of meat, and they were very attentive. Ambiance was cool too! read more

Momokawa - Beef Sukiyaki Don - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

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Momokawa is a nice Japanese restaurant on the Upper East Side. It's a solid spot for lunch / din before hitting the Met (~20 min walk / ~15 min bus). They have a full Japanese menu, with omakase/sushi and sashimi, shabu shabu (hot pot), sukiyaki, and a la carte entrees. We chose to order a la carte to try more things: Appetizer of the Day - fried crispy dumpling wrapper with tofu inside (6/10): We ordered this on a whim when they explained to us the appetizer of the day, honestly would not recommend. The dish was pretty bland. Beef Sukiyaki Don w US Prime Ribeye (6.3/10): The entrees come with miso soup and salad which were great! I thought the sukiyaki don itself was average. The beef was slightly tough, there were 2 random pieces of tofu, and the flavors were very standard. I also felt like there was a bit too much rice for the amount of beef / onion that the bowl is topped with. (But maybe we should have ordered the rice bowl with wagyu beef for a less tough bite.) Nothing special. Sushi & Sashimi Combination (7.5/10): Good sushi/sashimi. This comes with 4 kinds of sashimi, 5 kinds of sushi, and 1/2 a tuna roll. I really enjoyed everything. Eel tasted good. Sashimi was definitely high quality--it was buttery/melt in your mouth Overall, I'm not rushing to come back here but service was friendly, and it's a cute/cozy space. read more

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Had a dinner at Momokawa last night. For two of us, we had sukiyaki for 2 with an extra wagyu beef on top of US prime. This case we can enjoy difference of two different kind of beef to compare side by side. I wont write about the difference but both are different and both are good. With assorted veggies and tofu it makes great combination and this sauce taste exactly how it should. We even ordered extra veggies. There are many different many way to prepare sukiyaki in Japan but chef Mie prepared it just Tokyo way. We had two kinds of sake from Kubota and I think these sakes also are great match for sukiyaki and any Japanese dishes. With the servers close attention, our dinner experience last night was such great here in Momokawa. I now need to comeback for Shabu Shabu dinner that is another fall and winter delicacy. I really recommend their sukiyaki dinner everyone. read more

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Food was good, atmosphere is good. You can store your jackets/ tote bag in a basket that's underneath your chair. read more

Momokawa - Sliced Rib eyes and Wagyu sukiyaki, mix veggies - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

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This spot satisfies completely. The kitchen creates delicious options without overcharging. The staff goes the extra mile to help and makes you feel at home, in a restaurant with nice people. This spot impresses on all levels. This Momokawa is reliable! read more

Ordered and picked up the Sukiyaki for Two. To start off, everything is packaged very well - the prime rib was cut thin, laid on an aluminum pan, and was covered in a bag of ice to keep cold. A take-out container full of all the vegetables were well-packaged and plentiful. Eggs were plastic wrapped in a carton, soup base was packaged in a plastic container, and my choice of udon (or rice) was cooked and placed in a paper container. There were no instructions but it was very straight forward. End result was a delicious and plentiful pot of goodness that paired perfectly with the weather. Next time, will definitely eat in and enjoy this goodness in person at the resturant. read more

Momokawa - Sukiyaki (take-out) - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

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If you're looking for a feast that won't weigh you down, this is the place! The yellowtail is fresh and sashimi grade. You can eat them raw but they're so good slightly cook in the light dashi too. We ordered a side of wagyu on top and the meat was gloriously marbled but the broth still kept clear and drinkable. Make porridge with the soup at the end and I can't think of a more perfect meal. A perfect cool weather treat read more

Momokawa - Yellowtail shabu shabu - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

Momokawa is a great upscale Japanese restaurant. The decoration is elegant and beautiful, there are some art pieces in the walls for sell. The service is good, some of the servers are very nice although others are a bit impatient. They made a small mess with the bill but ended up being all correct. I had a YUZU COCKTAIL which tasted good, pretty much like a yuzu juice, almost no alcohol. For three people, we started with JELLY FISH GHD (Amazing, its crispy and comes with a vinager sesame sauce with cucumber and shittake), ORGANIC AGEDASHI TOFU (comes in a delicious soy sauce and was really tasty, soft and juicy inside), ASSORTED SASHIMI (7 kinds of fish - scallops are hidden in the picture - It was really fresh and good quality), KAMO REISI (Breast duck with orange), DASHIMAKI TAMAGO (I could have skipped this one), BEEF SUKIYAKI DON with WAGYU (really tasty wagyu, soft boiled egg and some veggies over rice), EEL AVOCADO ROLL (a well done classic), TERIYAKI CHICKEN (chicken was good, served with some "bit hard" green beens and brocoli). I had the HOT ZENZAI for dessert but it was not really my thing, like a sweet bean soup. Although everything was quite good, I will definetely recommend trying the JELLY FISH, the AGEDASHI TOFU, and the BEEF SUKIYAKI. Everything was really fresh, the wasabi was high quality, and the sashimi and some other dishes come with miso soup and green salad. ESPAÑOL: Momokawa es un buen restaurante japonés exclusivo. La decoración es elegante y buena, hay algunas obras de arte en las paredes para vender. El servicio es bueno, algunos de los camareros son muy amables aunque otros son un poco impacientes. Hicieron un pequeño lío con la factura pero al final todo estaba correcto. Probé un CÓCTEL DE YUZU que sabía bien, aunque más bien como un zumo de yuzu, casi sin alcohol. Para tres personas, comenzamos con JELLY FISH GHD (Increíble, crujiente y viene con una salsa de vinagre de sésamo con pepino y setas shittake), TOFU AGEDASHI ORGÁNICO (viene en una salsa deliciosa y estaba muy sabroso, suave y jugoso por dentro), SURTIDO DE SASHIMI (7 tipos de pescado - las vieiras están escondidas en la imagen - Pescado muy fresco y de buena calidad), KAMO REISI (Pechuga de pato con naranja), DASHIMAKI TAMAGO (podría haberme saltado este), SUKIYAKI con WAGYU (wagyu muy sabroso, huevo blando cocido y algunas verduras sobre arroz), ROLLO DE ANGUILA Y AGUACATE (un clásico bien hecho), POLLO TERIYAKI (el pollo estaba bueno, servido con unas judías verdes "un poco duras" y brócoli). Tomé el ZENZAI caliente de postre pero no era mucho de mi gusto, como una sopa de alubias dulce. Aunque todo estaba bastante rico, yo definitivamente recomendaría probar la JELLY FISH, el AGEDASHI TOFU y el BEEF SUKIYAKI. Todo estaba muy fresco, el wasabi era de alta calidad y el sashimi y algunos otros platos vienen con sopa de miso y ensalada verde. read more

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One thing liked: the Miyazaki beef - super delicious and tender; Three things made me disappointed: 1) The sukiyaki pot was way too salty, even we asked several times to add more water to dilute it; 2) The raw eggs (as the condiment of beef) might not be fully pasteurized. After the dinner, my fiancé felt food poisoning and felt sick, but turned out I was fine; 3) The service was not good. Lots of stuff showed poker faces, and our waiting even had some issues understanding English... Here are some conversations we had: Conversation 1: My fiancé: Are these eggs from Japan? Waiter: No, I am not from Japan. My fiancé: I mean the eggs... Conversation 2: Me: Do you have milk here? Waiter: You don't want alcohol? Me: I will order alcohol later, but now just want to ask do you have milk? Waiter: Milk alcohol? Me: No, just milk. Waiter: What milk? Me: Just regular, plain whole milk..... Waiter: oh, we don't... Conversation 3: (after we ordered sake wine and he wrote our order down) Waiter: What would you like you drink? .... Conversation 4: (Background: we asked to make the sukiyaki less salty, and he said we can add more water) When he served the pot, he didn't put add extra water. We asked, and he said "You can add water later if you feel too salty". We said "You can add the water now" Waiter: "ok" (without doing anything) We said again: "I mean add the water right now" Waiter: "oh ok". read more

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I recently had the pleasure of dining at Momokawa and it was exceptional! We had a reservation for two people and were seated immediately after arriving. The staff were very attentive to our needs (even helping us with our coats). The ambiance was quiet and peaceful, though a little too dark inside. We ordered the US wagyu beef sukiyaki for two which was definitely one of the best dishes I've ever had. The sukiyaki was prepared on the table top stove. The broth was amazing, the servers cooked some onions, cabbage, tofu, and mushrooms, along with the wagyu beef. There was egg wash on the side to be used for dipping. We opted for noodles, but you can select rice if you want. We also had the assorted sushi, which was very fresh and high quality fish. For drinks, we had the mango sake cocktail which was also very good. Overall, we had a wonderful dining experience. The prices were on the higher side but definitely worth it in my opinion. Will likely be back again to try other dishes. read more

We recently visited and ordered their assorted sashimi and beef sukiyaki. I am not impressed with the sukiyaki. The only upside is they cook it at the table. The ingredients were all raw and veggies I can easily get. I don't think it was worth the price they are charging. Again, I think this is mostly an "experience" type of order. The sashimi was good and we also ordered their sushi and sashimi combo, that was not great. Get the sashimi if you are looking for higher quality pieces. We also ordered the Rock shrimp for app. You can skip this. The pieces were very small. Not the quality and standard that I was expecting for. Overall, if you are looking for the "experience" this is the place for you. But given the sheer volume of Hot Pot restaurant that charge half the price in Chinatown and Flushing, I will opt for those locations next time. The sukiyaki was just not worth the price paid. read more

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Walked in on a Friday night around 6 pm. They were fully booked but let us sit at a table if we left in an hour. We comfortably finished in an hour. We got the US Prime Beef for $72 for 2 people. It came with a plate of vegetables - cabbage emoji mushrooms, one shiitake mushroom, potato noodles, udon, and thin slices of beef. We were full afterwards. However, it was very pricey considering the amount of food and how much it cost. The food is cooked at your table and you occasionally pour sukiyaki broth in your pot. The server starts off the cooking so you know what to do and after that you are on your own. The ginger ice cream had a very strong ginger flavor and was actually quite good. read more

Momokawa - Sukiyaki , US Prime Rib - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

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If you're looking for shabu shabu or sukiyaki with premium ingredients then Momokawa is the spot to be. It looks pretty small from the outside, but once you are inside, it's pretty spacious. I recommend making dinner reservations though because it gets crowded pretty quick. Note: they don't have any ventilation, so you will walk out smelling like sukiyaki/shabu shabu broth. My sister was craving sukiyaki because it was chilly outside, so we ordered the beef rib-eye and added a side order of wagyu (because treat yo self you know?) If you never had wagyu before, it's worth trying at least once. I'm not sure where they sourced the wagyu from, but it was very tender. You also get an option between udon noodles or rice with the sukiyaki and we chose the udon. The udon tasted pretty fresh (maybe it's made in house?) but we didn't get the udon until we were halfway through our meal. The udon cooks quick though, so make sure you watch it so it doesn't overcook. There's a hot plate on the table. The server will start adding the ingredients in the beginning, but after that, it's up to you to add more broth/ingredients at your pace. The broth was pretty light and complimented all of the ingredients pretty well. The only compliant I would have is that the individual dish-ware they provided was pretty small and shallow, so it ended up being easier eating straight from the communal pot. The drinks here were also excellent! I usually don't like sake, but they had fruit flavored sake here and it went well with the sukiyaki. There's also a happy hour/lunch special here - so I'll swing back to try their other dishes soon. read more

Momokawa - Wagyu - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

Great sushi. Liked the pre-fixe menu. Was quite tight in there space wise though. Cute and cozy restaurant, a bit on the pricier side. read more

Momokawa - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

This place was decent in terms of the food, price and the portions that were served. However what sucked was the service. I guess they were busy with the holidays but everything took a long time and we waited a long time for a checked after asking for it 3 times. Me and a friend had the fried shrimp, sushi, nigiri combo and the seaweed salad. Everything was pretty good. The fish wasn't the best quality I've had but good enough for the price charged and the amount. We also had the green tea ice cream after that was very good. Overall this is an authentic Japanese spot on the upper east side. Hope their service improves next time read more

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My favorite Japanese spot in the city! I've come here multiple times and keep coming back. The ambiance is cozy and inviting. The service is attentive and knowledgeable. This time, we got the tako and cresson warm salad to start. This was a little too oily for my liking. For the mains, we got the Assorted Sushi and the hamachi kama yaki. All the food is fresh, light, and tasty. I'll be back soon! read more

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From the moment we stepped in, we were greeted by exceptionally good service. The staff were attentive, constantly ensuring our water glasses were filled and providing insightful recommendations. The ambiance inside was lovely, making it a perfect spot for a cozy meal. However, the space did feel a bit tight, and we often got bumped into by wait staff or other patrons. The food was a highlight. The salmon was cooked to perfection, and the sukiyaki was absolutely delicious. Our server took the time to explain one of the dishes we ordered after it arrived, noting it was an acquired taste, and kindly removed it from our bill after we asked about the odd taste. We also enjoyed the fire squid and a delectable crab dish, but the standout dessert was the matcha ice cream--it was incredibly good and a perfect end to the meal. While the interior was inviting, the exterior of the restaurant was a bit hidden away, making it hard to spot, especially in the evening. I will admit it is on the pricier side but it's definitely a good treat. read more

Went for dinner and had a pleasant experience for the most part, except there were a lot of flies where we were sitting- they may want to figure that out. That said, the food was good. Ordered a variety- recommend overall the karrage appetizer, the sukiyaki over rice, and the toro sushi roll. The seaweed medley was different and just ok, probably wouldn't not order that next time out. Overall recommend this restaurant. read more

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I've been craving good, traditional sukiyaki for so long, and I was not disappointed with Momokawa. Our entire experience was amazing, with excellent service, quiet atmosphere, and delicious food. The broth on the sukiyaki was perfect, not overly sweet like some other spots, and they offered a perfect amount of vegetables and meat for two people. I love being able to dip my meat into raw egg, and I was so happy to see that Momokawa goes all the way with their sukiyaki authenticity. As for the shabu shabu, my dad said that it was tasty, but nothing stood out in particular besides the goma. If you decide to stop here for nabe, give the sukiyaki a try! Overall a wonderful experience, but be aware that the location can get pretty warm during hot days! read more

Momokawa - sukiyaki - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

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The hot food in the restaurant is the way to go here. The sushi, eh not so much. The Shabu Shabu is great. We had a beef, tofu, egg dish that was out of this world. The sushi was okay at best. The tuna roll had an odd taste - it wasn't bad, like it would make you sick but you didn't want to eat it. There are much better sushi options in the neighborhood, I would stick to the hot food at Momokowa. read more

So good it's worth a trek to the UES. Service was amazing and they even help you cook the sukiyaki and teach you how to eat it. Cozy ambiance and they give you a little wooden bin to put your purse or belongings into below your bag. Highly recommend all the food and sake, especially the sukiyaki! read more

I'm scared to try other sushi places for fear they won't be as good! Amazing quality of ingredients!! Can't go wrong here, eager to try the shabu shabu someday read more

Momokawa - Uni Roll - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

Made reservations for 2. Small cramped cute Japanese restraurant. Staff was very respectful and kind. We ordered the tofu with uni, stir fried octopus and squid, the shabu shabu for 2. The tofu and uni was very interesting. The tofu was very firm and solid. Didn't taste like it was just soy bean. The uni went very well with it. The sauce it sits on complimented it well the tofu itself was bland. We got the chicken karaage served to us by mistake but they told us we could have it. It was deliciously juicy with every bite and piece. The stir fried octopus and squid was very tender. We orded the chicken broth for shabu but they ran out so we panic ordered the shoyu which I regretted. It was a bit too salty and vinegary for me. The ponzu and sesame sauce helped me through the meal. The veggies were plentiful and the rib eye was great. So soft and fatty. The udon was soft to chew and soaked up the flavors well. read more

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I have been eating here for years. There are many 'highly-rated' Japanese restaurants in a ten block radius... I've tried them all. But for the price, quality and freshness of seafood, Momokawa is tops. The menu has many options from appetizers, oysters, sushi, sashimi, omakase & shabu-shabu. Plus the sake & beer options compliment the authentic cuisine. The well-informed staff are attentive & fun. You will have a great dinner & great evening here. read more

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Great fresh food. Pleasant service, the place was on the busier side but still not too loud. Ate by the sushi bar and had the chef make a selection of different assortments, each sushi piece was amazing. 10/10 read more

A neighborhood gem. Melts-in-your-mouth sushi, quick service, and has a homey feel (Ever seen Tokyo Diner?).

A wonderful, upscale Japanese restaurant with a good selection of Japanese dishes. While I did not opt for the signature shabu shabu or sukiyaki, I got the beef sukiyaki don. It was absolutely delicious - very rich and filling. While it is a bit pricey, will definitely like a follow up trip to give the sukiyaki a try! read more

Momokawa - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

Was asked to pick a place for dinner in the UES for a visitor with excellent taste, so found it challenging as most restaurants in the UES are pretty average or else mostly gimmicky. Momokawa was bookmarked for reasons I could not recall, but I am so glad it was on my list. We were seated in the back, which was quiet and discreet. Service was fantastic, and the sake sommelier was very informed. We decided to go with the sushi omakase and were not disappointed. Every single bite was a delight. Sushi pieces are very small, the way I like it, and fish was extremely fresh. I did not exit feeling stuffed, but certainly was full. I am floored with how well priced this omakase was for the quality and number of pieces included. Everything about this spot was perfect and I look forward to coming back. The table next to us was having beef, and I would love to give that a try too. read more

Food (2/2): Amazing selection of meat for shabu-shabu or sukiyaki. Great selection of accompanying vegetables. Sukiyaki broth was incredibly flavorful and as we eat, can be "condensed" as we like. At its most reduced form though, it's way too sweet for my taste (others might like this). Nevertheless, their food experience is amazing. Not much more I could comment on--simple and great! Service/wait-time/cleanliness (1.5/2): Servers are very polite. Offers suggestions as needed and also assists with cooking if we ever need help. Occasionally forgets to check in on our table though, so slight ding there. Granted, whenever my family comes here, they seem to always be super packed. Wait-time is decent and cleanliness is good. Price (0.5/1): In spite of everything, I still feel that their pricing is a bit overpriced. Nevertheless, a great place for occasional sukiyaki visit (family party, etc). read more

This is really a 3.5 star place. The food was very average. The Shabu Shabu was good - very tender beef and loved the cabbage - but would've liked if it came with more different vegetables beyond just cabbage. It needed a little more variety. There was maybe one or two small pieces of tofu and that was it. The pork appetizer was a little overcooked and not as tender as I would've liked. I did really like the sake and they seemed to have a nice list, though most of them were sold out for the night. read more

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