Omen Azen

category: Japanese restaurant
address: 113 Thompson St, New York, NY 10012, United States
Phone: +1 212-925-8923
worktime:
DayTime
Monday5–10 PM
Tuesday5–10 PM
Wednesday5–10 PM
Thursday5–10 PM
Friday5–10 PM
Saturday5–10 PM
SundayClosed

site: http://omen-azen.com/
rayting: 4.3
services: Service options: Kerbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Takeaway, Dine-in,
Highlights: Fast service,
Popular for: Dinner, Solo dining,
Accessibility:
Offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Healthy options, Small plates, Spirits, Vegetarian options, Wine,
Dining options: Dinner, Dessert,
Amenities: Toilets,
Atmosphere: Casual, Cosy, Romantic, Trendy, Upmarket,
Crowd: Groups, Tourists,
Planning: Dinner reservations recommended, Accepts reservations,
Payments: Credit cards, Credit cards,




Name: J****
Date: 2024-01-23 14:50:29
Rating: 5
Comment: A great hidden gem

Name: R*** N*********
Date: 2023-09-28 22:42:34
Rating: 5
Comment: Great food & ambience . Hang out place for Soho residents

Name: C****** Y**
Date: 2023-08-02 18:55:22
Rating: 5
Comment: Been here a few times & always had a positive experience. The portion size is a little small for the price point but everything I ordered was delicious and prepared thoughtfully. The service is very attentive and kind - our water glasses were always filled and our food came out as we were finishing up plates. A great choice for when you are craving authentic Japanese food!
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Name: A****** O******
Date: 2023-03-13 22:51:50
Rating: 5
Comment: Delicious food, not crazy about the cocktail. Service was a bit slow but considering how busy it was.
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Name: J***** K****
Date: 2023-02-18 03:15:49
Rating: 5
Comment: Very relaxed meal, intense and distinct flavors, in a relatively vibrant Japanese restaurant. The staff was very friendly and seemed to really respect the food. They made me feel very welcome. My favorite dishes in the tasting menu were the beef soup and noodles, as well as the misa soup in the appetizer. They were however rather salty and I woke up thirsty. I would love to be back.
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Name: D**** (*******
Date: 2022-12-31 02:21:32
Rating: 5
Comment: Fantastic food with fantastic service. Try the Omen cold, you wont regret it.

Name: R**** L
Date: 2022-12-27 01:19:58
Rating: 5
Comment: Had the handmade udon signature dish. Very nice texture from the noodles & the dashi was concentrated but not over seasoned. Also they make the nukazuke pickles which were nice and crunchy.

Name: m***** m********
Date: 2022-12-07 02:16:09
Rating: 5
Comment: Great service, super friendly staff & delicious food & atmosphere. Will come back for sure!

Name: X**** G***
Date: 2022-11-23 02:35:06
Rating: 4
Comment: Service is very slow. Food is great tho. Make sure to bring cash!!! It’s cash only or American Express.
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Name: K******* F****
Date: 2022-11-07 22:51:38
Rating: 5
Comment: We took our daughter and a couple of her friends here during a recent visit to NY, and we all enjoyed a wonderful evening! The service was top-notch ~ our glasses were never empty, and our plates were brought and cleared promptly without us feeling rushed. To begin, we ordered the assorted seasonal appetizer which had something for everyone, even the vegans among us - very tasty! Our entrees included the black codfish, the skirt steak (both cooked and seasoned perfectly), the omen noodles (vegan) and the Kobe beef Shabu-Shabu hot pot, which was an experience in itself! Exceptional customer service and exquisite Japanese cuisine. A great dining experience!
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Name: J*** F***
Date: 2022-10-12 03:51:52
Rating: 5
Comment: Cozy spot with really warm service. The agedashi tofu is superb — the best I’ve ever had. So I’ll definitely be returning for that and to try other dishes!

Name: A*** Z**
Date: 2022-09-02 13:07:54
Rating: 5
Comment: Great quiet little ambiance in the city. Good decor. Great quality fish and udon.

Name: J**** S*****
Date: 2022-07-25 01:02:34
Rating: 4
Comment: A very authentic and sophisticated Japanese restaurant. The price is a little high, but the food, workers, decor, atmosphere and plates+ utensils are all just very beautiful. They take only cash or American Express credit card.
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Name: F**** J
Date: 2022-06-05 02:50:56
Rating: 5
Comment: Great food, great service.

Name: C****
Date: 2022-05-10 10:49:22
Rating: 4
Comment: Cozy little Japanese looking trattoria. Everything was really good, lighting could be improved.

Name: C****** W*** B*********
Date: 2022-04-24 01:05:12
Rating: 5
Comment: Ordered simple avocado salad to start it off, which was crisp and delicious. Afterwards, we got a Sashimi platter, which was also amazing, the fish was delicate and tender. The Uni was pleasantly like nothing Ive ever tasted before. At the end, the miso steak was cooked perfectly. To top it all off, when it started to rain outside after we arrived (we came with no umbrella) the host gave us an one that a customer had left behind. Would recommend.

Name: D****** W***
Date: 2022-04-20 16:13:56
Rating: 5
Comment: My favorite restaurant in New York.

Name: D******* E******* (********
Date: 2022-04-06 11:53:35
Rating: 5
Comment: Very romantic and low key place. The food is excellent. Feel very authentic.
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Name: C******** G*****
Date: 2022-02-28 01:15:03
Rating: 5
Comment: Lovely atmosphere, excellent food, very friendly and helpful staff

Name: M*
Date: 2022-02-18 13:43:19
Rating: 4
Comment: Unwelcoming atmosphere but attentive service. Expected it to be run down after not coming back for a few decades but it was well maintained and clean. Cocktails are a hit or miss. Tuna tartare was of quality but bland. Nice agedashi. Miso udon was nice. Futomaki was surprising small for the price and just ok.
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Name: H**** C****
Date: 2022-01-17 15:20:40
Rating: 5
Comment: Simple, heart-warming Japanese food with decent vegetarian options! Love this place

Name: J***** P********
Date: 2021-10-21 00:05:52
Rating: 5
Comment: Been eating here over 20 years. They are a class act. And never disappoint. Love the polka dot napkins … I may have some in my apt :)

Name: N****** C*****
Date: 2021-09-29 12:00:47
Rating: 5
Comment: Delish!

Name: R***** R********
Date: 2021-08-07 00:35:25
Rating: 5
Comment: Exquisite

Name: J**** R********
Date: 2020-12-13 20:31:25
Rating: 5
Comment: The best sushi in New York. Spectacular and super pleasant atmosphere.

Name: J** W****
Date: 2020-12-12 00:22:33
Rating: 5
Comment: My favorite restaurant in NYC. Very cosy Japanese inn with delicious food. Hope they are around forever!

Name: R**** H***
Date: 2020-11-30 03:56:24
Rating: 5
Comment: The uni and caviar shooters are a MUST!! And the sitlon. Salmon and cod. A must try.

Name: E***** A***
Date: 2020-11-12 00:55:53
Rating: 5
Comment: Delicious !!!

Name: A** W******
Date: 2020-10-12 03:11:53
Rating: 5
Comment: I thought Nick was going to go to the Odeon for his birthday, but he ended up going here instead. I don’t know exactly what he ordered, but I’m sure it was quite the feast! He’ll be coming back for sure.

Name: C******* �******** N** M******
Date: 2020-02-06 01:51:04
Rating: 5
Comment: An institution.Annoying : Cash/Amex only

Name: D**** D* l****
Date: 2020-01-26 02:17:53
Rating: 5
Comment: A corner of Japan in Manhattan.

Name: E******* Z****
Date: 2020-01-14 16:16:58
Rating: 5
Comment: Very good sushiSmall and characteristic placeFriendly and helpful staffReservation recommended
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Name: A********
Date: 2019-11-21 03:04:53
Rating: 5
Comment: Great food and customer service

Name: B**** G*****
Date: 2019-10-20 14:23:38
Rating: 5
Comment: Just amazing!!

Name: N*** B*****
Date: 2019-10-20 02:34:15
Rating: 5
Comment: Wonderful spot!

Name: J**** R*****
Date: 2019-08-08 04:18:18
Rating: 4
Comment: Hands down one of the best places Ive ate for Japanese food.

Name: A*** M
Date: 2019-08-07 16:54:34
Rating: 5
Comment: Great location. Sometimes hard to find you know your close if you’re by the pool
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Name: L****
Date: 2019-07-29 00:26:46
Rating: 5
Comment: Everything was delicious.

Name: R***** R*******
Date: 2019-05-11 21:32:42
Rating: 5
Comment: Impeccable!

Name: T***** B******
Date: 2018-12-25 14:34:31
Rating: 5
Comment: Awesome Japanese restaurant. They cook better than me :-)

Name: T***** M
Date: 2018-12-15 04:11:53
Rating: 5
Comment: Super friendly staff. Amazingly fresh ingredients.

Name: R******
Date: 2018-10-28 23:37:04
Rating: 5
Comment: Amazing presentation. Very good picked vegetables and the salt tastes very different. Nice atmosphere, simple, kind waitresses, and very japanese.
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Name: A*** M******
Date: 2018-08-17 18:50:34
Rating: 5
Comment: I walked by Omen Azen for two decades before eating there, which was a huge oversight on my part. Tucked into a narrow and unassuming space is one of the best Japanese restaurants below Houston. It doesnt aim to compete on high style, just incredible quality food that you will absolutely love. Dont make the mistake I did, go check it out.

Name: A******** G*****
Date: 2018-08-04 20:26:04
Rating: 5
Comment: Excellent sushi. Great service and atmosphere.

Name: D***** d* D****
Date: 2018-01-28 04:47:38
Rating: 5
Comment: A real jewel. Real Japan. Real good
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Name: H****** Q***
Date: 2017-11-30 03:26:39
Rating: 5
Comment: Excellent Japanese restaurant with an authentic and cozy atmosphere. Food was amazing. Friendly staff. Would recommend and return. Cash and Amex only.

Name: J******* S** G*****
Date: 2017-11-16 18:54:05
Rating: 5
Comment: Omen is a favorite of mine, and a local institution that I have been going to for years. If you live nearby this place, with its friendly service and simple but delicious homestyle Japanese fare, it will quickly become a regular hangout spot for you when craving great Japanese food at a quintessential SOHO neighbor spot. I have never had a disappointing meal here. Theres a reason why you always see New Yorks best writers, artists, musicians and other creative professionals discretely tucked away at tables here enjoying a good meal.

Name: Y** R****
Date: 2017-10-08 20:13:26
Rating: 5
Comment: Incredible Japaness food. Really nice service

Name: C**** W****
Date: 2017-09-09 13:54:25
Rating: 5
Comment: You expect to need a mortgage for sushi in Manhattan, let alone sky high Soho, but omen a zen - while by no means cheap - is reasonable-for-soho, as I was able to get financing for a meal from my car dealership. The sushi and especially sashimi is tops, everything very authentic and prepared and served in true Japanese style, with a dedication to service. Not too noisy, but does get crowded.

Name: S**** C*******
Date: 2017-03-03 04:41:10
Rating: 5
Comment: Awesome Japanese restaurant.

Name: M** P***
Date: 2017-02-28 13:26:43
Rating: 5
Comment: For a first experience with a real Japanese place besides the usual sushi places, Id say 5/5!
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Name: Y****** B*********
Date: 2016-11-14 02:22:40
Rating: 4
Comment: Great service

Name: P***** A**
Date: 2016-08-14 14:58:26
Rating: 5
Comment: Visit Maki! Not Wednesday

Name: D*** V*****
Date: 2016-08-03 19:23:20
Rating: 5
Comment: Amazing food!

Name: S****** S*******
Date: 2016-05-24 00:11:04
Rating: 5
Comment: Great authentic sashimi and seasonal Japanese appetizers. Casual low key setting makes for a nice spot for dinner.

Name: L*** L**
Date: 2016-04-27 20:33:50
Rating: 4
Comment: Haru always does well with sushi. They always have fresh fish but what I really like about them is that they have creative approaches to the typical sushi menu. Some of my favorites are the edamame shumai, trio of sushi tacos and the sashimi cucumber rolls. They also have yummy cocktails, although some are a bit on a the sweet side. This location is one of my favorites of the chain. It has a chic ambiance that feels fancier than some of the others and is just one block from Union Square. Despite the fancy feel, you can also walk in in casual attire if you desire. Ive walked in here before but it is also good to get a reservation if you can. Last Monday I tried to walk in at 9pm on a Monday ni

Name: C**** W****
Date: 2016-02-24 16:41:01
Rating: 5
Comment: Really great and authentic Japanese place. Run by Japanese people in the strictest tradition of service. Not a lot of choices, if thats your thing, but what they have is super good. Food is great, service is fantastic. They only take American Express (grrrrrrr). Tempted to knock off a star for that but everything else was so good.

Name: L*** A****
Date: 2016-02-18 02:10:27
Rating: 5
Comment: Very good food. Exquisite. Real Japanese food. Large selection of sake and soju. Be aware - payment is only with AMEX and it is quite extensive.

Name: D***** S**********
Date: 2015-02-26 13:43:32
Rating: 4
Comment: A lovely little find. Quite authentic Japanese, style for decor, which somehow really works in NY. The menu was interesting, and has a separate Saka menu,. The Tempura was crisp, and not over fatty, and the Udon (hot or cold option) was spot on.

Name: w****** l*******
Date: 2014-05-02 21:24:48
Rating: 4
Comment: A great place. Very comfortable environment. Been going there since it opened many, many years ago. Food is consistently good. Only down side ( or it would have been 5 stars ) is that over the years the portions have gotten much smaller - especially the Omen noodles. But still delicious!

Name: P****** A*******
Date: 2014-04-06 03:37:58
Rating: 5
Comment: Elegant Kyoto-style cuisine. Simple presentations of dishes and a rustic feel to the decor.

Name: A******* T**
Date: 2013-09-02 14:01:16
Rating: 5
Comment: Best Udon Ive had in New York, and Ive been going to many places. They have a very chewy consistency and with the cold option, it is nearly like mochi.

Name: M****** L*******
Date: 2013-03-09 02:37:51
Rating: 4
Comment: Authentic japanese

Name: L**** G****
Date: 2012-04-26 00:00:00
Rating: 5
Comment: Although expensive, the food is consistently great and high quality...

Name: G*** L****
Date: 2010-11-16 21:37:42
Rating: 5
Comment: Great sushi. amazing place. Little secret for a lot of New Yorkers.

Name: S***** W******
Date: 2009-03-31 00:00:00
Rating: 4
Comment: Great beef appetizers and super fresh sashimi. shabu was fantastic as well. must visit again.

Name: E*** M****
Date: 2008-04-03 00:00:00
Rating: 4
Comment: The real deal for japanese the way its eaten in japan. service and decor have dulled slightly in recent years, but the food and presentation keep us coming back for quiet sense-filling meals.