Japonica

A village original. Opened in 1978, still the grand dame of the neighborhood . You’re not a local til you know the waiters .

This is my favorite restaurant . I would recommend starting with a piece of white tuna aburi sushi . This type of sushi is hard to find and Japonica makes it best. Also, say hi to Shingo.

The Firecracker Roll is dank. Get that with the Ultra Sushi ???? and the Pop Rock Shrimp ???? as an appetizer and you're set ✨????????

Amazing sushi ! Not cheap , but well worth it. The avocado salad and fire cracker roll are simply delicious. Expect a wait, they don't take reservations .

Pricey but well worth the money thanks to the amazing quality of the fish . Try the Deluxe Sushi which basically gives you every fish under the sea and wash it down with a big bottle of Sapporo .

Well known and popular landmark serving delicious and plentiful sushi . Try the Dynamite Alaska Roll and the Hamachi Kama to start. Or just go with the Omakase .

The staff are very pleasant and courteous. It's not really too expensive , but it's not cheap . Great portions of Sushimi cuts. I definitely recommend the special rolls . Try their plum wine

Nice selection of authentic Japanese dishes . You can trust your fish will be fresh here. Pictured here "aji tataki". Reasonable (for Japanese in NYC) prices.

Their bento boxes are an amazing deal and you get tons of food! Everything here is so fresh and amazing.

One of the original Japanese restaurants in nyc. They have the best lunch bento box selections.

Been eating at Japonica with family & friends for decades. Went there yesterday after our daughter's wedding at City Hall . Had sweet shrimp , yellow tale, and tuna eye sushi - best sushi in city .

Bento lunches . Chirashi bowl - amazing fish , thick slices and generous portions . Great place for lunch .

Great sushi . Don't be embarrassed to order a California (real crab ) inside out with Tobiko , it is delish.

amazing rolls! huge portion and fresh

I lived in Japan for 20+ years and love the authentic food at Japonica. I recommend trying their fish stew - called yosenabe.

They have good lunch specials that are a ton of food. Pretty good teriyaki too.

The sushi deluxe here lives up to its name. Yum.

You really can't go wrong here. Large pieces. Really a good place.

They're more than touchy here about changing an order of an adult beverage . They might even claim falsely that you always do it.

Everything is SO delicious and everyone who works here is exceptionally friendly .

The dinner bento box is the best bang for your buck here. The sushi is fresh, but way overpriced.

Very fresh uni, great selection of sake

they have a gold flake sake that is delicious. you can have a whole bottle without even noticing it. the food is ok, nothing to write home about.

Try the bento box for lunch . Freak deal for a lot of food. Best Cali roll I've had in years.

Get the lunch box special. Great options and a good price for the area

Stick to the specials menu.

Awesome fresh food . Very affordable .

If u luv avocado and tuna , must get the japonica invention

The fact that the tips here rave about the California rolls tell you all you need to know: avoid

All the waiters are amazing, but if you have Tan , make sure to ask for the special dipping sauce . Very refreshing!

The scallop is super fresh and delicious.

Fantastic sushi and service! Be sure to try the steamed gyoza .

Fav. Sushi Spot in the City .Try the Cooked Rolls. Especially the Sake Teri Crunch or the Spicy Bay Scallop

Good firecracker roll ! And after meal complimentary plum wine (shot glass) or hot tea ;)

The aburi sushi here are delicious

Lunch time bento box is a great combo while uncompromising on quality.

Daily specials are often adventurous. They make return visits worth while.

It's gone a bit downhill (pieces were sloppily cut and not very fresh, in fact I would go so far as to say that they tasted funky) ... may have been an off night, but probably not going back.

Get omakase

The best Alaska Roll I've eaten!

This place is amazing. Kick ass California roll . Bento box is enormous!

Good, but more expensive than the two dollar signs would have you believe.

I love Japanese restaurants usually, but not a fan of this place. They charge you $1.50 for a takeout container if you want one at end of meal. Unimpressed by menu.

Their shumai is the best in the city , steamed or fried.

Bento box is always a good idea!

Awesome. Recommend.

Beef sukiyaki is amazing!

Bento box is wonderful. Tasty. Generous. A great deal!!

Great service! Server made a great reccomendation, sable then BBQ eal with avacado ... Yumm yumm yumm!

Best at the sushi bar