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

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.

Great sushi restaurant. Just dropped in with a friend for a casual dinner…read more Ordered the classic spicy salmon, spicy tuna combo. Both were good. We really liked the Brussel sprouts, so flavorful, good portion for two people. My cocktail was really really good. Nicely flavored, the banana flavor was light but the drink was well balanced and the presentation was fantastic. Servers were kind, quick and he actually recommended the Tokyo Umami Banana, so now I think I would trust him with my life.

- great service - great lunch special…read more- good edamame - burger loos delish - i enjoyed the sake sangria - i enjoyed the strawberry gin drink - the grilled shrimp is amazing - fried chicken bits were just ok - Shachihoko Tempura Roll was really good - crispy tuna sushi was alright

I go to Abiko almost every time I'm in New York. It's a great spot, but it has admittedly gotten…read moremore expensive over the years. There are probably equally as good places at a lower price, but I'm nostalgic over this place, so I'm biased. You order on a tablet and it's an easy process from choosing a base to toppings and protein. The portion size is on the larger size, and it's nice that the rice, sauce, and protein are in equal proportions. I order the medium spice and that has a good kick to it!

Abiko Curry was relatively quiet and empty during a work day at peak lunch hour, and the location…read moreand convenience is probably its best points. I hate ordering on iPads and kiosks as it is, so it was a little rough that the reception seemed to be shoddy the day I went and pictures/menu descriptions were not showing up. The staff was fairly responsive for our further questions afterwards, so I think this is something they could do away with, or at least they should make an effort to improve the ordering system. The food did come out pretty quickly. I got the karaage donburi because I don't love Japanese or Korean style curry. The chicken was fried crispy, a tad on the rubbery side due to the technique they used to keep it from drying out. The sauce was really lackluster. The dish wasn't too balanced, and the rice felt like it was sitting there for a bit. Obviously, they're a curry store & the person I went with did seem to enjoy the curry dish.

The restaurant is located on an unassuming street with various businesses. We stopped by for lunch…read morebecause we liked the reviews that we read. This place lived up to the hype. We ordered two curry dishes - pork katsu and chicken karaage. They were so good. The breading was crispy but not oily. The protein was thick and juicy. Super moist. The curry was seasoned well. The restaurant was staffed by a hostess/waitress and a single cook. Really small operation with a small retail footprint. It's nice because they have a small parking lot in the back, too. They were really friendly. The food came out reasonably quickly considering that there was only one person preparing food.

Pork cutlet curry done right. Owned by Koreans but they do well in making the pork curry look and…read moretaste like the original in Japan. Service good and the food was also great. A little on the high end in price for Japanese food as but this is the states.

Hands down the best Japanese curry I have ever tasted. Better than homemade because I would use a…read morebox of curry mix -- this is way more delicious!

From the owner: Japanese Vegan Curry read more

Had lunch at Katsu in Park Slope, Brooklyn NYC…read more $13. Phenomenal quality for the price. Can't wait to come back.

I ordered a Pork Katsu with Rice (~13$) and a Seatood Platter (~10$)…read moreThe Katsu sauce in particular was so good! I've tried Pork Katsu in Korea before and the food here tasted very authentic to my knowledge Service was perfect! My order was taken by a very proactive and approachable lady; she was ready to ask all the right questions The atmosphere is great. The music is not loud, and the place is not crowded.

Have been here a handful of times now and think it's pretty solid for the area! Have never been for…read moredinner so can only speak for the lunch vibe, but I have found the service to be great and the lighting is nice because there are floor to ceiling windows. The menu is pretty diverse with various appetizers, sushi, and also ramen/curry so your standard izakaya fare. One of my favorite dishes here has been the chirashi. The fish was very fresh and it's pretty affordable. I've only ever been here in groups of two and I probably would recommend it for smaller groups because the space itself is small and most of the tables are two-seaters if I recall correctly.

Cuisine: 8 Service: 7…read moreDecor: 7 Value: 7 Overall: 8 Another Thai owned Japanese restaurant specializing in izakaya style cuisine in Bushwick. It's been open for a few years, so clearly it has a good enough formula to keep the neighborhood happy. I have been here once before, but returned last week after dining several meals at Tomoni in Jackson Heights. Apparently, the owners are friends. Nonetheless, I needed to make the comparison. After my first few bites of their Tora Don and Chirashi Don, it was clear that this restaurant has the better quality seafood. Each slice of sashimi had vibrant colors, clean taste, and the proper texture. Tomoni is not bad, but fall slightly short of this caliber. With that said, there is an even farther gap between their rice quality. Though Tora is very good, Tomoni produces nearly perfect texture and acidity for my taste buds. Other than the best omakase restaurants in NYC, Tomoni shines as one of the best versions of sushi rice in the five boroughs. Service is good and space is cute. If I have a craving for some decent Japanese food, I would drive 20 minutes here for a meal anytime.

This is a decent spot to fill your sushi cravings. I do like that it is casual dining so it's not…read morelike you have to dress to the nines like at a bougie omakase place. They kind of have it all, from rolls, nigiri, and assortment of small plates. We got the Oyako special that gave us a platter of sashimi and rolls. Fish quality was good overall. I don't think they have A/C inside, so it was too warm for comfort.

Incredible Sashimi platter and great service. Varied menu all with the touch of knowledgable and…read moreskilled chefs GEIDO has not lost their touch!

I decided to try this ramen shop out. It's a bit out of the way for me and kinda hidden. I ordered…read moretwo ramens for take out. The restaurant is a bit cramped and small but what makes up for it is the kind waiter, Willie. I think that was his name. I apologize if I got it wrong. The take out was packed nearly. It didn't have the custom packaging and fancy bag like the Kyuramen in Chinatown but it doesn't matter because you toss it all out afterwards anyways.

I'm giving this place 3 stars to split my reviews from 2 different times I went. The first time I'd…read moregive it 4 stars, but the second time I'd give it 2 stars. First: got combo B which was the perfect amount for 2 people since it included an appetizer, 2 ramens, 2 desserts and 2 drinks. Left very filled and happy. Would highly recommend their lemonade and Thai tea! The popcorn chicken is more batter than chicken, so it's good if you like more of a crunch. The tonkotsu and miso ramens were good, but not particularly notable. Kyuramen is a chain after all, so the food quality gives that same vibe as comforting when you're just craving some. Second: Got the yakitori platter, beef ramen (seasonal) and curry ramen and I'd personally pass on all of them. Their meats are over cooked which makes them tough. Both times the service was fine, I appreciate the call button so both don't have to wait for awkward timing issues. I do like the aesthetic of the place, especially with the privacy of the room shades/dividers. p.s. don't forget their slurp and win program! When you drink all the broth, there's a word on the bottom (or not) where you can get a free popcorn chicken/drink/etc for your next visit. I thought the chances would be pretty slim, but I got a drink voucher my second time!