Got a chirashi bowl - I thought the fish was good, but wish they didn't give imitation crab. Feel like I could have gotten better value somewhere else for $35! Service was nice though. Nice chill ambiance! read more

Ogawa - Chirashi - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

Originally from Kyoto, Japan with Boston as their first international shop, their tea latte do not disappoint! The matcha/hojicha latte by default are slightly sweetened. If you don't like your drink sweetened (like me), be sure to ask them to make it unsweetened! - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ~ Matcha Latte $6.75 ~ Uji Matcha flavour is strong and balanced. Even when unsweetened, it does not taste very bitter. Rating: 5/5 ~ Hojicha Latte $6.75 ~ Just based on the drink colour itself, you can already tell the presence of Hojicha! My friend kept her drink sweetened, whilst I am not a fan of sweetened Hojicha latte, just based on the 1 sip that I had, it is very flavourful, the deep roasted Hojicha flavour came though beautifully. Rating: 5/5 ~ Croissant ~ Flaky croissant but not very buttery. Great snacks to order with the drinks. Rating: 3.75/5 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Will I be back? Yes! As a matcha/hojicha fan, I will definitely visit Ogawa again the next time I'm in Boston! read more

Ogawa - Matcha Latte, Hojicha Latte, Croissant - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

Went here for a friends birthday. Food was amazing and they workers were super sweet!

I came to Ogawa with a friend from school last week and ordered the Philadelphia roll, a piece of tomago sushi, a salmon roll, and a spicy tuna roll. The food was delicious and I enjoyed every bite. I even loved the wasabi and almost finished it which I almost never do. I also appreciated the fact that they had outdoor seating and provided a shot of sake on the house. The food was amazing, and I loved the dining experience. The food came quickly and the waiter was awesome. I loved how accommodating they were. This is my favorite sushi restaurant in the NYU Washington Square park area. I am beyond happy. read more

Ogawa - a plate of sushi and vegetables - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

Best sushi ever! Truly my fav in NYC. And the best people!! Love everything on the menu read more

Ogawa - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

Small family run Japanese restaurant with yummy food and lovely service. Simple and intimate. Enjoyed being there.

Delicious, fresh, pretty speedy service for a party of 6! Definitely recommend if you're in the area or live near by for fresh delicious sushi! read more

Ogawa - 2. California Roll 13. Spicy White Tuna Roll with Crunch - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

- this has been my staple take out sushi place for the past several years (considering it's only a block away I can't justify getting delivery anyway so no updates on that front) - owned by a perfectly lovely couple who always remembers (sometimes rewards regulars with new menu items; beta testers/guinea pigs I suppose lol) - recommend: spicy tuna roll; (maine; the only kind they offer) uni sushi and scallop sushi (which are usually only items I get from omakase) - they raised prices in the past couple of years but I feel like the quality of fish has gone up to offset the cost so I don't mind - friendly, intimate and casual - they've since addressed the air situation and installed a proper air conditioning system read more

Favorite sushi in NYC. I crave it all the time. It's also BYOB which some people might dislike but I love it because we just bring our favorite bottle of wine and the bill isn't full of overpriced mediocre wine! The crispy rice is incredible and every single sushi roll I've had is A+. I literally go once a week. They are the sweetest people too and host private parties inside a lot!! Couldn't say better things and have never waited for a table once! read more

Ogawa - 2. Crispy Rice with Spicy Tuna - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

On our way back home after 9pm on Friday night, my daughter got super hungry, and we were just passing by this sushi restaurant. There were several restaurants nearby, besides we normally check Yelp to confirm open availabilities for us but we didn't. We just felt we should try them so we just walked in without doubting. It was a very small (about 4 tables) but has so cozy atmosphere. We ordered a spider roll and one more for takeout. The lady who took order was super nice and sweet!!! We waited outside the restaurant and the order become ready in 5 mins or so. So quick! I already decided to come back again, and their sushi made it so definite: spider roll was so yum & renkon or lotus root chips on it....I want them more. We spent only 25 bucks or so and very satisfactory overall! read more

Small neighborhood gem for great sushi!! This well run, family business consistently sources great seafood, while supporting its community. The warm service and consistent quality are always on point, and Chef is always happy to make special creations upon request - he may even offer you a taste of one of his latest ideas! Though we no longer live around the corner, they always remember us - no matter how long it's been since our last visit. read more

I had two perfect little sushi lunches here in the past three weeks so I'm surprised to see Ogawa's present standing on Yelp. I got the ($13.50) sushi lunch special the first time I came, and it was fantastic. The colorful array of fish was extremely fresh and flavorful and the portion was on the large side. It came with miso soup, and everything was delivered with lightening speed, which I really appreciated as this was a lunch break meal. The restaurant is small, but usually a few people away from empty on weekdays at lunch. You'll experience understated ambiance with comforting casual vibes. I returned during another lunch break and had the ($11) two roll special for which I selected an avocado roll and spicy tuna roll. More perfection. Highly recommended! read more

Ogawa - Perf - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

Obsessed with this place!! Family run delicious and affordable !!! I'll be back again and again and again

By far my new favorite Japanese restaurant. The food was delicious and sushi chef was incredible and the service was wonderful. Fried rice is the best fried rice ever. And I know fried rice. Chef's choice is also the way to go. We let Jin pick and his choices were delicious. Family owned too, so I feel great about finding a new neighborhood spot to support. I can't believe I haven't been here before! read more

Have never actually eaten in the restaurant, but have had home delivery loads of times. The quality and freshness of the sushi and rolls is top notch! The delivery is super fast, the price is reasonable. Highly recommended! read more

Ogawa - ogawa cafe, east village - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

This place is basically at the right price point with nice people running it. My rule of thumb for a Japanese place is, usually, do they have natto rolls? If so, it is likely a joint that is closer to authentic. They are around the corner from my office, I'm not super picky or a foodie, and they are fast. I have been happy with everything I have gotten from this place so I recommend it if you need to be fed and don't want to cringe while you eat. read more

I really love this place! The food is really good and everyone that works there is very nice! It is a small restaurant so don't expect to come here with 15 friends. It is perfect for an affordable, delicious Japanese meal with a few friends or family (or takeout/delivery). Not always easy to find in NYC! Lunch specials are very good value! The chicken katsu is my favorite--it is really a treat! The miso soup is also to die for! Really everything I have tried so far has been too notch... check it out! read more

Nice Restaraunt. The staff is always friendly. There is a $15 minimum for credit cards. I just wish it was next door to my home! I'd never leave! It's small am cozy, right off the beaten path so you don't get that crazy lunch rush folks. read more

Ogawa - The Shumai appetizer! - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

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I'm you won't die from eating their fish but it's definitely not fresh. The rice is even stale... or mushy. Gross. Nota bene, they charge extra for rice substitutions. If you're really hungry this place isn't bad for American sushi such as eel and California. It's a step up from getting sushi at grocery market but it's a step down from restaurant grade Japanese finger food. read more

Lunch today for the office came from Ogawa. We've ordered from here plenty of times and in fact it is our go to place for the sushi cravings. Not to mention they have killer lunch deals that will leave you not just full, but stuffed. For $8.65 you can get their Lunch Box which comes with a choice of 13 different items and a side of rice, miso soup, a side salad, 3 pieces of fried shumai and 4 pieces of california rolls. A careful look at the 13 choices and you realize you actually have 32 choices because option #13 is actually choose a sushi roll from a previous section that contains 20 different selections. If the Lunch Box is too much food for you, you can always downgrade to a Lunch Plate for $6.50 that comes with the same 32 choices and rice, 2 pieces gyoza, and a side salad. I usually go for the Lunch Box and choose either a Yellow Tail Roll, Spicy White Tuna Roll, Tuna Avocado Roll, Beef Negimaki, or Chicken Katsu. The rolls come out very fresh and never "fishy" tasting. They're never chewy which is good. I like the sauce on the Beef Negimaki. As far as the Chicken Katsu is concerned, it's good but not great. At times the chicken comes out a bit dry. I guess it depends on the chef for the day. A note for anybody that orders take out and has a coworker that orders tempura. The tempura sauce comes in a little container and is not soy sauce. I've poured this little container of sauce on my rolls numerous times thinking it was soy sauce and have received the glare of death more times that I can probably count on one hand. Take this knowledge and use it well. I'll remember it now but just watch me doing it again the next time we have sushi for lunch. I've yet to eat in at Ogawa although I'm not sure if I'd want to. The seating area is very small and with the tables and chairs put together, there really is only one tiny narrow path left for people to walk in and maneuver around. People almost seem to be sitting on top of each other. I think I much prefer to bring the food back to the office and enjoy it in the comfort of our cozy leather couch. read more

I find this place very charming. The staff is very nice and the sushi is cheap but very fresh and well made. The place is a bit on the small side, but if you go midday you won't have to deal with many people. Try to stick to dates or parties of no more than 4. I often order delivery from here as well and the first thing I noticed was that they package the food really well so that nothing gets smashed or leaks. Also very prompt delivery. It's a very standard Japanese restaurant that knows exactly what it's doing. read more

Probably the best oyako don I've ever had. I don't know how they do it (steam, maybe?), but they manage to make the egg oh-so soft and silky, like my thighs. I don't know how any of the other food is here, because I've only had the oyako don. Tiny place, so definitely no good for groups. And they take credit cards, but only with a $15 minimum, so you're out of luck if you're just trying to get lunch on the run with a quick swipe. read more

This is a solid little sushi place that knows how to cut fish. It's well prepared, fresh and inexpensive. I order delivery from them often, and when we stopped in the other day after rejecting B Bar as a wedding location, the lunch specials filled the bill. Peter had the sashimi lunch for $10.95 which came with miso soup, and he also ordered a spicy scallop hand roll and an eel roll, both with cucumber instead of rice since he's a diabetic. They didn't bat an eyelash. I ordered the veggie/shrimp tempura lunch box ($7.25) which came with miso soup (excellent, by the way), 3 shrimp shumai (average), a salad (excellent), rice, and shrimp, yam, taro root, something I am forgetting, and onion (I asked for no broccoli). The shrimp were a hair greasy, but the rest of the vegetables were excellent. It was a ton of food. The place is really tiny. There was a father with a little kid, under a year old, with a stroller, at the first table when you come in, and you really couldn't get past him. It was cute watching him feed the kid sushi, though. The kid loved it. Hated the stroller, dug the kid. read more

I feel like I just wanna say whatevaahhhh to all the bad reviews. For me, this place is amazing. Thirty seconds from my job, perfect for lunch, affordable, great ambiance, delicious, great service and really warm and comfortable. The lunch deals are fantastic and are just the right amount of food. No one bothers you and its a good place to eat alone. Also, Oyako don (chicken, egg & rice) is maybe not terribly authentic but its delish, cheap and filling. p.s. $15 minimum for credit card so bring cash if you wanna be cheap read more

Decent, fresh sushi at very good prices. Their lunch specials are a great deal, but keep in mind that their rolls are a bit smaller than usual. Both delivery and pick up are always speedy and the staff here is friendly and efficient. read more

Eat24 email: "We called the restaurant to confirm your order, and they told us they had to close early today and won't be able to complete your order." No reaching out by the restaurant to apologize/explain. 23. One Roll Box (Lunch) 1 + 10.00 Delete Choice of Roll: Yellowtail Choice of Rice: Brown ($0.50 Extra) read more

It's a solid tiny little sushi place. I love the decor and the exposed brick wall, and that the staff will eat their dinners at the tables next to you (I kind of always want to try theirs, too!). The sushi is definitely good, and one night my dining partner and I decided to order a bunch of rolls and split them. They were all pretty tasty and while not the most inventive of the bunch, pretty creative for such a small joint. Reasonable prices, as well. read more

I've walked by this place so many times and always wanted to try it out. I grabbed a menu last time and saw that they deliver to a pretty wide area so I figured I'd try it today for dinner instead of my usual place japanese place that I order delivery from, just to change things up. My sister and girlfriend came over. We ended up getting the boxes to try some things. we had a salmon teriyaki, a chicken katsu and a chicken teriyaki. My sister also ordered an eel avocado roll. I don't think I've ever had such BAD japanese food. Everything was over cooked - dry and hard. And for the most part, tasteless. the eel avocado roll was good but I am not sure if it was actually good or if the rest of the food was SO bad that it made this "better". I would say that its just average but some of the other reviews here say that the sushi is good. in any event, I threw away the menu and will never eat here or order from here again. I thought about calling them to tell them how badly cooked everything was but it was SOOO far beyond help that it was pointless. If one dish was bad or if it was just a little over done because it was delivered, I could consider giving them another try, but you can't cook -- sorry, you can't OVER cook something THAT badly and fail to season everything and have any redeeming excuse. read more

Nice little place serving sushi and other dishes. I was looking for a simple lunch, having walked over from 5th, but didn't want a slice/dog/falafel or anything fancier/formal from the places I passed. This place appeared on a food-desolate block and did the trick. For $7.50 I got a nice bento box with salad, rice, potstickers and a decent piece of Teriyaki salmon and veggies. For an extra buck you get soup and some other things. It might not be super authentically Japanese, but I got a nice, healthy lunch for under $10. Note: It's pretty tiny... 5 tables, 3 of which are 2 tops - and the sushi bar might have two seats/stools. read more

Ogawa is a good local. I wouldn't call it great, or an insult to sushi, but a decent find. I've never had takeout there - the restaurant is small and the service expedient. It's the kind of sushi place that I would only order basics from - classic rolls or simple sushi and sashimi. I would be anxious ordering anything more advanced. It is, as everyone has mentioned, affordable, which does count for a lot, particularly in "NoHo." (who calls it that?) I certainly go as a repeat customer when I don't want to go anywhere pricier, but it's not the most interesting or exciting experience. Still, when I need sushi... read more

The lunch bento is a great deal and the owners are super nice. The amount of food for the price point is great and the quality is decent.

I am rating only based on 5 Don Buri meals I had. Avoid their Don Buri meals. Almost no substance just rice and eggs. Taste was subpar and amount of vegetable, beef or chicken is just too little... If they lower the price by 25%, it'd be worth it. read more

This is an insult to sushi. Not only will you be very disappointed in the spicy tuna, but halfway you'll begin to have reservation of whether it's safe to continue to eat the rest...yes, it's pretty gross. I also tried the mango shrimp sushi - I asked SPECIFICALLY what else was in it..."Only shrimp and mango"..."that's it?"..."yes"...but sadly the chef proceeds to drench it in this sauce, and I ask him to not add any more and he tells me, "Its not spicy and I already put it on" , slamming the knife on the counter....Rude rude rude, and unfortunately very overpriced. I had $14 order and give her my card and she looks at me like I made a $2 purchase...You've got to be kidding me... read more

I don't get all the bad reviews. This place offers cheap sushi that is of good quality is a great go-to spot for sushi takeout. Yeah, you get what you pay for so it's not going to be phenomenal but the prices are really good as is the service. It's a lot better than many other places I've tried in the city that have similar price points. Portions are big and the lunch specials are a really good deal...a ton of food. Their salmon teriyaki is good as are their rolls. Definitely my go-to for lunch (work in the neighborhood). P.S. $15 credit card min read more

I've had delivery from here a couple of times. It is a good, solid sushi/roll meal. The lunch special is a good deal at $6.95 for 2 rolls, and 9.25 for three rolls. It comes with a miso soup or salad. A couple of nights ago, we ordered the sushi platter for 2 at 28.50, which was good! 3 of each for salmon, tuna, hamachi, and red snapper; 2 of each for unagi, mackerel, and cooked shrimp, and it also included a California roll and a tuna roll. Now that's a good deal if you ask me! The hamachi and mackerel were particularly good. It also came with two side salads. It was more than we could eat! We also ordered the spider roll and the salmon skin roll. The spider role was only 4 pcs - kind of small if you ask me, but it was still good. Everything was good. The fish was well-cut. A great budget-friendly sushi place, and decent quality. read more

Get lunch here 2-3 times a week and the sushi is always fresh and on-point. Their eel is really good (not fishy at all), the avocado is always perfect, and the miso is really, really tasty. The house salad (which I usually get at Japanese places) is skippable - the carrot ginger dressing is meh. Lunch special - 3 rolls + soup/salad for $10??? Amazing. Also, everything fried here is awesome. Their brown rice is awesome. The rolls wrapped in cucumber instead of rice are awesome. And the service? You guessed it, awesome. I work across the street, so I always order to pick up, and even if they are busy it's ready in 10 minutes or less. Awesome!!!! read more

A couple of blocks from work so this is my go-to for sushi lunch. It's decent and affordable - I usually get the 2 roll lunch combo with soup or salad and they give you a decent list of rolls to choose from. (not exactly their "special" rolls but not just a tuna or salmon roll either.) The place is really small and always packed so I usually take it go - they make it quick so a good choice for lunch in the hood. read more

made a delivery order for the very 1st time tonight and it arrived very timely and the sushi was definitely good for the price. If you're looking for cheap sushi that tastes decent & won't kill you & won't cost you a fortune, this is definitely a place to hit up. ordered the chirashi & california roll. california roll can't go wrong and it didn't chirashi had salmon/tuna/white fish/makeral/imitation crab meat/octopus/toro/shrimp and came with salad/soup. I am satisfied. read more

It was average. I ordered the lunch specials from here a couple of times and they were always busy for a restaurant this small. It's a hole in the wall. Now- even though the food is average- it is superior to most of the other places around the area. The food is fresh. I think. I had the beef terriyaki and the salmon terriyaki. Nothing to brag about. The price matches the food because it is very affordable. They give you a lot of food for a great price. Their sushi is probably above average but not one of the best I've had in a while. I'd go back- just not more than once a month. 5/5 For Service 3/5 for food 4/5 for price 3/5 Atmosphere (It feels dingy). read more

Love this place! Great sushi, chicken katsu, and best miso soup I've had. Lunch bento is a great deal. Owners are super nice. I'm moving and will really miss living above this place, but will surely come back to visit! read more