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Tofu and izakaya specialties are great, but the sushi is not. Enjoy everything else.
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We are lucky in NYC to have some very serious Japanese places that can stand up to the best, even in Japan.
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2 Gajyumaru $$ Japanese/Sushi
1659 First Ave., Manhattan, NYListed by
Unexpectedly ambitious and authentic neighborhood Japanese place, with excellent sushi and other dishes.
3 Ippudo NY $$ Japanese/Sushi
65 Fourth Ave., Manhattan, NYListed by
I love their ramen in Tokyo, too!
4 Kuruma Zushi $$$$ Japanese/Sushi
7 E. 47th St. 2nd fl., Manhattan, NYListed by
No atmosphere whatsoever. Just some of the best sushi you can find, almost on par with Masa. Don't waste your time at a table. Sit at the bar and let the chef "read" you.
5 Masa 98 $$$$ Japanese/Sushi
10 Columbus Circle, Manhattan, NYListed by
It's a fortune. Prix fixe starts at $450 per person. But if you are going to blow a wad of cash, this elegant sushi restaurant delivers a wonderful thrill.
6 Matsugen 86 $$$$ Japanese/Sushi
241 Church St., Manhattan, NYListed by
Superb soba. Don't believe the reviews.
7 Naka Naka $$$ Japanese/Sushi
458 W. 17th St., Manhattan, NYListed by
Long list of homey specials, Very Japanese service. Small and quiet restaurant.
8 Otafuku $ Japanese/Sushi
236 E. 9th St., Manhattan, NYListed by
No seats. Japanese street food, okonomyaki (pancakes) and takoyaki (octopus balls).
9 Rai Rai Ken $ Japanese/Sushi
214 E. 10th St., Manhattan, NYListed by
Has the right down-and-dirty vibe for a ramen joint. Delicious broth, too.
10 Ramen Setagaya TastyRx $ Japanese/Sushi
141 First Ave., Manhattan, NYListed by
How do you say, "Comme il faut" in Japanese?