Izakaya MEW

It's in the BASEMENT , entrance to your left if facing Han Bat, which shares the same address. Crowded . Long waits . Quaint. Excellent, prompt service . Big menu. Nice selection of beers , sake , cocktails

Cute oasis in a midtown basement . Industrial/raw look. The lunch options are all around $10 and are delicious (salmon teriyaki , katzu curry ). $20 happy hour sushi set.

Lunch is a good deal , $10 for a dish, rice , pickles and soup ! The Saba Shioyaki is my go to. If you want a bowl, get the eel bowl . The natto here is solid if you're into that.

One of the best sushi I’ve ever eaten,great!The place isn’t very large, but it’s very nice and typical, and even if the line could be long it’s worth it!You have to try it, absolutely!

Best sushi I had so far. It is easy to miss the entrance. But really worth looking for it.

Ramen would not be the first choice for this place. Kimchi udon was very good as well as short rib . The crab balls was very creamy inside. But i still love this place and will be back for sure!

Omu soba , steak/asparagus, tofu avocado salad , crabcake , takoyaki , mentai spaghetti , garlic rice , mackerel . All delish, but my favs were 1st 4. HH 5:30-7p M-Sat $3 beer /$4 wine/$5-7 mixed drinks

Katsu Don with chicken was super tasty. I devoured it fast. Cool atmosphere. You would not know it existed unless someone takes you. Also reasonable prices. Glad my friend brought me here.

Love that this place is hidden! Inexpensive , great food & service! Limited drink selection, but not sure if that’s just because I went during lunch time. Place gets crowded so you sit elbow to elbow.

Kimchi cream udon and Kara-age (fried chicken ) are both excellent. Get here as it opens since it gets crowded fast!

The chikaten sushi was amazing!! If you come for lunch make sure you come early or the place will be packed. Hidden gem in between other Korean places so make sure you are entering the right one!

Can't go just once, need to try everything! Sushi was great, all the small plates were so delicious and the ice cream churros was amazing!

Delicious soba noodles wrapped in egg , and the natto kimchi were fantastic. The tuna in ponzu sauce was fresh, but the portion was a little small. The chicken donburi bowl was lacking in flavor.

Everything we ordered was really tasty and flavorful, from the kiwi cocktail to the kimchi creamy udon , tuna tataki , corn skewer and sushi rolls . Would definitely return and try more!

Huge variety of small plates , creative cocktails (the kiwi was awesome!), and efficient service . The acoustics is an issue, it gets loud making it hard to have a conversation. Overall - great spot!

Very friendly stuff . We waited for 30 min to be seated but it was definitely worth it ! Food is delicious! We were served with first meals in 5 min !

Freakin amazing katsudon , best I ever had. Unlike any other typical Japanese restaurant . I swear they put something in the rice ! And super affordable too with a cool vibe.

All the food is amazing! The udon is superb and the yakitori is top notch!!

Takoyaki (deep fried octopus balls) are somehow simultaneously tender, smooth, AND crunchy. Creamy kimchi noodles are an off-menu must have--they were gone before I could get a pic! Cute space too!!

One of my favorite spots in nyc for a quick bite to eat and amazing happy hour deals . Get there by 5:30 cause when they open at 6 it's full!

This place is very authentic and modern. Really nice atmosphere complemented by friendly Japanese staff . Everything is great here. Get the salmon avo roll!

A cozy new izakaya in midtown. Decent Japanese tapas dishes- had tako kara, tako yaki, beef ramen , odeng soup . Food is not exceptionally amazing, but good place for bites over drinks w good company!

You can use Yelp to join the waitlist and see your live wait time without showing up at the restaurant . Friday-Saturday evenings have 60-90 mins wait so plan accordingly.

Great place, great music , good service and excellent food. Notable value too!! Be sure to pass between 6-7pm for the happy hour sushi set.

The Niku udon is soooooo good! If you're a fan of gyudon, I feel like you'd like this version with noodles and soup instead!

Cool, hip underground restaurant . Service was fast and friendly . Food amazing. Udon noodles did not disappoint! Highly recommend!

Amazing food, good value . Definitely come with a group for 3+ to try out a bunch of different dishes family style

Adorable underground Japanese spot with a wide selection of options (sushi , ramen , teriyaki , etc.) and FAST service . Apparently it's a jazz club too?? Ssshh don't spoil the secret.

Buzzy & friendly , you'll probably have to wait but the food is well worth it - delicious! Raspberry Dream cocktail is fabulous

Worth the wait. Decent prices. Quality food. Beautiful people. Exceptional food. My order in photo; each item simply excellent.

The rice bowls here are stellar. Lots of food, miso soup , and only $9! Fast service , too. A must-try in the area.

Fun space. It's a loud room so don't come here for an intimate meal. Come here to eat and hang! 2 bottles of Sake and food for 3 hungry folk cost us 125.00 with tip. Money well spent!

Noisy , popular little basement restaurant with a great atmosphere very reminiscent of Japan. Large, affordable menu , and great drinks choices including frozen Kirin .

Yummy! Head to the basement and order takoyaki , sushi , age tofu , and mochi for dessert . Reasonably priced drinks and happy hour 530-7 and after 11 PM!

No sushi during lunch till next month ???? and make sure you bring cash because it's cash only during lunch ! Love the atmosphere, such a cute little Japanese place! The servers are cute and nice!

#1 this place is price for frequent returns. ~$10/substantial dish. Salmon salad excellent and tonkatsu ramen was just ok (egg complete hard boiled, not marinated). I’ll be back many times.

The (pleasantly sweet) white peach makgoli and the (very light) frozen beer are fantastic drink options!

Loved Loved Loved the food here. The best Deep Fried Octopus and Ramen . Its a bit noisy since the tables are a bit too close together. But the food makes up for the noise.

Good value at lunch time, but come before 1230 to beat the rush. Cash only for lunch !

Amazing Japanese style restaurant ,great atmosphere,good food with good selection of sake . The prices are not bad for serving size. Beautiful place.

EVERYthing is delicious here! my faves include the squid uni, tender fried chicken bits and uni pasta .???? Endless selection of delicious tapas !

Hidden gem in a part of town worth hiding from. Excellent lunch specials - sushi , ramen , udon , teriyaki bowls. Can't go wrong.

Amazing and true japanese cousine! Lovely and helpful waiters , simple and trendy atmosphere. There is a wait, but the food comes fast!

Yum, frozen beer . The karaage is solid, as well as the sashimi . Good selection of shochu too

I like this place for the sheer variety of food. My bf wanted sushi and i wanted marinated meats . He's a sushi snob and said the sushi was pretty decent.

Awesome lunch spot . Tuna Tartare Don is the way to go. Served with a generous portion of avocado and spicy mayo . Lunch is cash only tho!

Their gyoza and fried chicken are some of the best things. But also try the sashimi salad . It's odd because they still cook the fish a bit.

Great Japanese food in the 35th with style and a menue with many delicious things to choose from.

Fantastic tapas style dishes with great portions and everything is delicious. Order the pancake and the fried tofu is out of this world!

My favorite Japanese place in the city . Great menu and awesome staff . Try the kimchi cream noodles , you won't be disappointed!