Asuka Japanese Fusion is a hit in the Chelsea restaurant and club scene. You don't have to travel half way around the world to immerse yourselves in far away cultures. You can partake in the unique pleasures of creative sushi and a mix of traditional and modern Japanese entrees. This incredibly stylish restaurant, bar and joint set the tone of modern day Zen Ambiance. Designed with attention to details normally reserved for sculptures, Asuka is elegant without being stodgy. The Japanese Cuisine is so good it lives up to the legend inspiring gallant decor. You should have quite a time within the Edo Era history--an old relic with a modern twist. Not to mention the numerous accolades heaped upon by the NY Times throughout the decades as the Top Notch Japanese Restaurant, it is the big prize of the Japanese Restaurant hunt ever since it opened its doors. It warms up the Chelsea Scene with high society opulence that is still quite affordable and accessible.
Ippudo Westside is an authentic Japanese restaurant. The ambience at the restaurant is lively and friendly, where waiters enthusiastically greet guests in Japanese. The restaurant is popular for their Pork Buns and Ramen and their drinks menu is lined with a variety of beers, wines and Sake. The place is mostly patronised by after work crowd. Reservation is advised.
Located at Brooklyn Fare Market, Chef's Table at Brooklyn Fare by César Ramirez is a three-Michelin-star restaurant with many other awards to its name. Dining here is an unforgettable culinary experience that will leave an indelible mark on your fine dining journey. The restaurant is renowned for its best 20-course tasting menu created by the chef using Japanese and French techniques: hints of both Japanese and French flavors can be found in the food. While you are here, do try their canapes, special cheese and seafood, with King Crab and Langoustine being among the favorites. They complement the food by serving divine wines and spirits. The staff are friendly, welcoming, impressively professional and highly knowledgeable about what goes into the food they serve. Come. Visit Chef's Table at Brooklyn Fare, and with reservations up to 6 weeks in advance, do not forget to reserve a table.
Benemon
Benemon specializes in new Japanese comfort food. Served alongside our curated selection of small-batch Japanese craft sake, Benemon mixes Japan's rich culinary traditions with new and inventive recipes, fusing past and present to create a unique menu of comfort food dishes rich in flavor and quality.
Kimura
Grand Opening at 2/6 ! Please enjoy our exclusive experience of Hakata Hotpot.
Set in Ditmars Steinway neighborhood in Queens, HinoMaru Ramen is a cozy Japanese restaurant. Opened in 2011, this restaurant is well-known in the area their their variety of delicious ramen bowls. Their specially-crafted ramen is slow-cooked in flavorful broth which is simmered for about 17 hours. In addition to this, they also serve items like rice bowls, rolls and dim sums. To complement the complex flavors, they also offer a range of sake, beers and cocktails.
Tonchin
Perfect ramen noodles made in-house are served with a flavorful broth in this Tokyo based ramen chain, known for its comfort food and soothing décor. Steamed buns, gyozas and rice bowls are also featured in the menu along with the four different types of ramen noodle dishes offered. Smoked dashi ramen is made with clams and fish oil while for vegans, there is the spicy miso ginger ramen. Spicy Tan Tan Ramen comes with nuts and a flavorful egg that truly makes it comfort food. Shaved ice with strawberry, mango or matcha milk flavor makes for a light dessert to satisfy a sweet tooth.
SUteiShi
Opened in 2006, SUteiShi is a nifty place to have Japanese food and sushi. Its chic interiors with glass and steel latticework along with soft lighting sets it apart from other sushi restaurants in the neighborhood. Savor their dishes like Spicy Tuna Crisps, White Tuna Pizza, Beef Negimaki, Peck’s Peak, Orange Dragon and Kimono.
