Momokawa
category: Japanese restaurant, Sukiyaki and Shabu Shabu restaurant, Sushi restaurant
address: 1466 1st Ave., New York, NY 10075, United States
Phone: +1 212-256-0403
worktime:
address: 1466 1st Ave., New York, NY 10075, United States
Phone: +1 212-256-0403
worktime:
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| Monday | 12–3 PM-4:30–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 12–3 PM-4:30–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 12–3 PM-4:30–10 PM |
| Thursday | 12–3 PM-4:30–10 PM |
| Friday | 12–10 PM |
| Saturday | 12–10 PM |
| Sunday | 12–10 PM |
site: http://momokawanyc.com/
rayting: 4.2
services: Service options: Outdoor seating, Kerbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Takeaway, Dine-in,
Highlights: Fast service,
Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining,
Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating,
Offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Coffee, Happy-hour drinks, Happy-hour food, Healthy options, Organic dishes, Private dining room, Small plates, Wine,
Dining options: Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Seating,
Amenities: Bar on site, Gender-neutral toilets, Toilets,
Atmosphere: Casual, Cosy,
Crowd: Family friendly,
Planning: Dinner reservations recommended, Accepts reservations,
Payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments, Credit cards,
Children: Good for kids, High chairs,
rayting: 4.2
services: Service options: Outdoor seating, Kerbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Takeaway, Dine-in,
Highlights: Fast service,
Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining,
Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating,
Offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Coffee, Happy-hour drinks, Happy-hour food, Healthy options, Organic dishes, Private dining room, Small plates, Wine,
Dining options: Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Seating,
Amenities: Bar on site, Gender-neutral toilets, Toilets,
Atmosphere: Casual, Cosy,
Crowd: Family friendly,
Planning: Dinner reservations recommended, Accepts reservations,
Payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments, Credit cards,
Children: Good for kids, High chairs,
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Name: T** W****
Date: 2023-12-23 22:44:25
Rating: 5
Comment: I had an amazing evening at Momokawa, a holistic Japanese restaurant lead by Chef Mie Okuda,Chef Okudo, with a degree in Nutrition Science and health education, created a holistic, Japanese culinary experience, based on her Philosophy:“A great meal is not one that just fills you up. A great meal is a journey that returns you to sources of pleasure you may have forgotten, taking you to places you haven’t been before.” Mie Okuda. Chef/OwnerI had an amazing Omakase experience here. An experience that left me so full, I couldn’t eat any more. I know I have to come back and have Momokawa’s raved sukiyaki next time.An amazing holistic Japanese restaurant. I couldn’t recommend it enough.シェフ、本当にありがとう. 🙏
Name: �**
Date: 2023-12-06 22:19:55
Rating: 4
Comment: We got the Tori Kara-Age, pork sukiyaki and beef sukiyaki. The pork sukiyaki was the most impressive of all, the quality of the meat was really good.However the waiter made us a bit stressed because he came and asked us what we wanted to order less than two minutes after we sat down. After we told him we were still looking and we were still waiting for another person, he came again within 5 minutes asking the same thing. When he was sending dishes, he spilled some veggies onto the table and didn’t refill them.All in all, the food is good, but I’m not sure I want to go again because of the service. Of course it could be just that particular waiter that we ran into gave us the bad experience.
Name: C**
Date: 2023-11-25 21:31:40
Rating: 4
Comment: Expect a heavy stench of soy sauce when you get here. Poor ventilation. Food was ok. The cod dish looked like it went through the dryer... Super small portion.But service was really good, attentive and very polite.
Name: E*** C
Date: 2023-11-11 00:40:18
Rating: 5
Comment: This is my go-to for sukiyaki, hands down the best in NYC! Youve got to try their Miyazaki Beef – its top-notch Wagyu from Japan with a certificate of authenticity. The dining experience is incredible, and its absolutely worth it! Just a tip: be sure to make a reservation in advance!
Name: K** L
Date: 2023-11-10 23:10:44
Rating: 5
Comment: Yummy food and great service!
Name: C** L*******
Date: 2023-10-10 04:06:21
Rating: 5
Comment: When I went in, the smell was just amazing. The place is not too big. Make sure you have a reservation.For 3 people, these are what we ordered:1. Chicken Karage2. Agedashi Tofu3. Sukiyaki US Prime Beef4. Ala Carte Wagyu5. Greentea Ice Cream & Rice Cake6. Brown Sugar Panna CottaOverall it satisfied my sukiyaki craving!
Name: V**** N**** L******
Date: 2023-09-23 21:02:33
Rating: 5
Comment: I appreciate the food and experience during a rainy day. Thank you!
Name: i*********
Date: 2023-09-19 04:17:43
Rating: 5
Comment: Momokawa is located on First Ave in the Upper East Side with notably the best Sukiyaki in town. Chef and owner Mie Okuda has a bachelors of science in nutrition science and in the works of a masters in health education. This can arguably be the best combination. Kirin and Suntory draft beers accompanied with their sake appetizers is one way to start your journey here. Their seasonal menu has some delicious authentic Japanese sushi and sashimi that you definitely must try. A pre-oiled cast iron pot on top of a butane stove is set for the miyazaki sukiyaki. It comes with an order of udon or rice to pair with the delicious thinly sliced Miyazaki A5 ribeye. Simmer it in the sukiyaki broth and dip it in the whisked egg for the full experience. The Wagyu immediately melts in your mouth leaving you the most satisfying sensation. Don’t forget to cleanse your taste buds with their mouth watering desserts.
Name: Y** W** N*
Date: 2023-08-28 03:39:20
Rating: 4
Comment: To be honest, the food is decent but it is just not that impressive as I thought (when reading others sharing). Also they charge 20% tips by default, BUT, in my opinions, it doesn’t match up to the standard of 20% service fee.
Name: V** (****
Date: 2023-08-21 01:10:55
Rating: 5
Comment: I had the wagyu sukiyaki. Tender and delicious. The staff was kind and considerate which is always a big tell of what a good restaurant would be like. The food was delicious, staff was super attentive and there was a lot of ownership both in their craft and their customer service. There was a lot of attention to detail with the food presentation too.The cost was very good compared to everything else I was trying out in NYC. Definitely a must try and this would be my favorite restaurant to eat once a day for future visits. I would try everything else they have next time and plan to only eat there for the lunch and dinner.
Name: M***
Date: 2023-07-30 23:16:47
Rating: 5
Comment: Amazing experience at Momokawa. The interior of the restaurant was decorated very well with a calm atmosphere. Ordered Kumamoto oysters to start, and the sauce was one of the most delicious things I’ve ever had. Paired with the oyster and lemon, I highly recommend trying these here. The sukiyaki was also so delicious with delicate flavors. Service was extremely attentive and kind. Will have to try the omakase menu next for my next visit.
Name: M****** H****
Date: 2023-07-17 04:02:09
Rating: 5
Comment: Great selection of sushi for omakase. The bar also has storage bins at every seat.
Name: M**** S
Date: 2023-06-17 20:25:08
Rating: 5
Comment: Been a fan for years when they were still downtown. This new UES location is a lovely upgrade. I go there for the wagyu sukiyaki, but their sushi is also great. Go for the otoro and spicy scallop hand roll.
Name: Y* D***
Date: 2023-06-15 00:13:38
Rating: 5
Comment: Great sukiyaki at good price. Pork bun is filling
Name: M*** R********
Date: 2023-05-06 16:48:30
Rating: 5
Comment: Absolutely delicious food. I highly recommend the chicken ramen and the Udon Noodles!
Name: X*** L
Date: 2023-03-29 16:01:27
Rating: 5
Comment: Amazing authentic Japanese food! We had the kaki fried (fried oysters), Jako & Mizuna Salad, assortment of sashimi and sushi, and the sukiyaki.The fried oysters were delicious and the salad was unique and refreshing. The sashimi and sushi were super fresh and the toro especially melts in your mouth. This was my first time eating sukiyaki and it did not disappoint. The meat was high quality and the flavors very rich.Our waiter was extremely attentive and the ambiance was great. I highly recommend!
Name: N**** L*
Date: 2023-03-19 23:26:11
Rating: 5
Comment: Super friendly staff. They will help you with the sukiyaki from start to finish, so don’t worry at all. I always get the sukiyaki here. The US Wagyu Beef is good but the Miyazaki Beef is different level!!! You have to try it. It literally melts into your mouth. It’s the closest to what I had in Japan. The combo comes with tofu, veggies, and udon/or rice.
Name: M*** F
Date: 2022-11-26 00:28:38
Rating: 5
Comment: So good !!! Went about an hour before closing for shabu shabu and they were so quick and attentive. Great service and atmosphere; highly recommend.
Name: J***
Date: 2022-11-07 02:07:19
Rating: 5
Comment: Unique take on sukiyaki, great for gatherings
Name: X*** M***
Date: 2022-08-27 18:46:09
Rating: 4
Comment: A little too expensive. Sashimi just okay.
Name: C
Date: 2022-07-27 01:49:07
Rating: 5
Comment: The best sukiyaki ever!!!!! And the oyster is delicious too!
Name: Y***** S***
Date: 2022-07-10 16:27:49
Rating: 5
Comment: The most authentic Japanese restaurant in NYC! I love their Skiyaki and Shabu Shabu yet their Sashimi and Shushi is also 5 star! Food is consistently superb since 28th St. and their service is always good. The ambiance reminds me of my old town in Japan I used to live.
Name: Z****** L**
Date: 2022-07-06 05:08:14
Rating: 4
Comment: Meat serving is small
Name: S****** L
Date: 2022-05-31 06:36:00
Rating: 4
Comment: Good sukiyaki but a bit pricy, and the staff is super friendly.Still, it’s a recommended Japanese restaurant.
Name: K******* H*****
Date: 2022-05-25 17:53:58
Rating: 5
Comment: We had a good time at here having the Miyazaki beef from Japan.Mouth melting, disappears in a second in themouth. They also had a live soft shell crab which was so fresh and delicious. We will come back!
Name: D***
Date: 2022-04-13 18:16:25
Rating: 5
Comment: Great lunch. Deep fried chicken is so fresh and hot. Sashimi is so fresh. Service is wonderful.
Name: A*****
Date: 2022-01-12 21:05:05
Rating: 5
Comment: A local family business that I strongly support and enjoy eating at. I always bring my family and friends here when looking for a reliable and enjoyable Japanese spot away from the lurking tourists of NYC. This hidden gem in the UES is the perfect spot for satisfying your Japanese cravings. The Miyazaki sukiyaki is the way to go along with their oysters and imported beer!
Name: Z****** Z***
Date: 2021-12-29 21:37:56
Rating: 4
Comment: Momokawa is recommended by the chef at yakitori toreinshi so I wanted to try it out. Their signature material is the wagyu beef, and you can get it in a Don rice bowl, shabu shabu, or sukiyaki. They recommended the sukiyaki but personally I found the soy sauce base to be too salty and it detracts from the flavors of the wagyu. Thus I would recommend the shabu shabu or the rice Don. The rice Don is salty as well but it is pretty affordable for some wagyu goodness. I would definitely recommend momokawa. One negative that prevents this place from being S tier is the service. Our waiter started to cook for us but never came back, we were left wondering if we are supposed to take it out and or wait for the waiter. Oysters were not good.
Name: S***********
Date: 2021-12-18 19:57:11
Rating: 4
Comment: I have been here on few occasions. Ate at their outside seating mostly, which was great. We mostly get sushi, tako-su, nasu, and rolls. They are very good. Went inside recently since its been cold. Whole place was packed and everyone was eating shabu shabu. It was too warm inside for my liking but our food and service was great.
Name: G******* P****
Date: 2021-12-15 02:17:38
Rating: 5
Comment: Really good ramen and really good udon. Also sushi!
Name: H**** W*
Date: 2021-12-08 01:46:27
Rating: 5
Comment: Fantastic food, atmosphere and service! Best fried potato I’ve had in my whole life. Sukiyaki was awesome awesome awesome.
Name: C**** C***
Date: 2021-12-05 17:59:27
Rating: 5
Comment: My first sukiyaki and it blew me away starting with happy hour Oysters, followed by Negi-toro, salmon, and spicy scallop rolls and ending with a US Prime Beef Rib-Eye Sukiyaki.Per the philosophy of the Chef/Owner Mie Okuda,“A great meal is not one that just fills you up. A great meal is a journey that returns you to sources of pleasure you may have forgotten, taking you to places you haven’t been before.”Indeed this experience of a meal gave exactly that!Though not easy to find, but with a little extra hunting, so worth it!
Name: Y**** G**
Date: 2021-12-03 17:20:42
Rating: 5
Comment: Best sukiyaki in town 😻
Name: C**** C***
Date: 2021-11-30 16:00:31
Rating: 5
Comment: Really nice authentic atmosphere. Wait staff also speaks japanese. Sushi combo is really good value, comes with miso soup and salad.
Name: B*** T**
Date: 2021-11-24 03:43:50
Rating: 4
Comment: The sukiyaki was nice, and I liked the service. The waitress cook a few pieces of beef for you and then teaches you how to cook it
Name: L**** S*****
Date: 2021-10-28 01:05:59
Rating: 5
Comment: I love it! Best place for ramen and the service was very nice!
Name: J* K
Date: 2021-10-26 22:39:16
Rating: 4
Comment: Cute Japanese place with a tiny bar; probably good for a date nightRecommend sushi a la carte rather than assorted sushi (although assorted sushi is much more economical)
Name: E*** R*
Date: 2021-07-02 18:23:27
Rating: 5
Comment: Came in for lunch, the servers are very polite and the sushi was very fresh and delicious.
Name: s*** s****
Date: 2021-04-15 11:46:23
Rating: 5
Comment: For Japanese delicious food lovers, Mookawa is a great choice.All the dishes that we ordered were excellent, the balance between flavors was as it shuold be and the way of serving was pleasing to the eye.A particularly tasty dish was the beef don, which we enjoyed so much so we ordered on more. The restaurant gives you a full value for money.Warmly recommended.
Name: N*
Date: 2021-01-02 19:09:52
Rating: 5
Comment: Ace of the Upper East. Thank you as always, Momokawa-san.Lunch doesnt seem like much of a deal, but if youre a drinker, happy hour is a good deal.
Name: L******* J***
Date: 2020-12-15 21:39:08
Rating: 4
Comment: Great little place. Excellent sushi and oysters and friendly, fast professional service.
Name: S**** L****
Date: 2020-02-07 20:31:34
Rating: 5
Comment: For years we visited the 28th st. Location until it closed. We always loved the authenticity of their menu and the spectacular service. I am please to report that after tying this location it’s as wonderful as the one we knew.Our go-to is the shabu-Shabu which is ample food unless you are really hungry.I can’t say enough about how true Japanese everything is. Such a great place when you can’t spare the time to fly to Tokyo.
Name: T*** G
Date: 2019-06-02 18:16:43
Rating: 4
Comment: Really great sukiyaki! Their beef was of high quality and dipping it in the egg tasted fantastic! It went well with the udon.Also the the beef croquettes was good, but the grilled fish was a little salty.Would come back again for their sukiyaki :)
Name: L******* L**
Date: 2019-04-27 02:16:45
Rating: 5
Comment: Was a nice time
Name: T M
Date: 2019-03-16 03:03:03
Rating: 5
Comment: Excellent Japanese food.
Name: G*** C***** (**************
Date: 2019-03-01 01:05:51
Rating: 5
Comment: My best shabu shabu spot in Manhattan. Highest quality meats are served in a traditional fashion. Very large slices of meats are really enjoyable as I could feel my mouth full and the various tastes (including fat portion) just in a bite. Ive never seen any other shabu shabu comes with such large slices. Btw, its also served in the simplest way (no twist) but its the quality of meat and ingredients that makes it stand out! Conclusively, its my best shabu shabu ever!
Name: K** Q** (******
Date: 2019-01-10 23:18:38
Rating: 5
Comment: Delicious. Im go back soon enough to try everything else. Presentation was amazing. I enjoyed every bite ❤️ I definitely would recommend
Name: B****** W****** (******
Date: 2018-04-22 11:37:22
Rating: 5
Comment: Delicious food! Went for Omakase and was not disappointed at all. The appetizers were also amazing. Get the pork belly!!! The black vinegar fried chicken was also so delicious!People next to us were eating Sukiyaki and it looked and smelled so good! Definitely going for that next time. Ill be back!Drinks, apps, and mains for 4 set us back about 110 apiece including tip. Get over to this place asap.
Name: E***** V*******
Date: 2017-11-15 18:34:13
Rating: 5
Comment: Went in for some winter fixins. Chicken ramen was delicious! Great wings as well. Loved the choice of sake ramakins and the sake itself was great!
Name: R*** T*****
Date: 2024-02-09 20:13:41
Rating: 5
Comment: I have been eating here for years. There are many ‘highly-rated’ Japanese restaurants in a ten block radius… I’ve tried them all. But for the price, quality and freshness of seafood, Momokawa is tops. The menu has many options from appetizers, oysters, sushi, sashimi, omakase & shabu-shabu. Plus the sake & beer options compliment the authentic cuisine. The well-informed staff are attentive & fun. You will have a great dinner & great evening here.