Ootoya Times Square
category: Authentic Japanese restaurant, Asian restaurant, Sushi restaurant
address: 141 W 41st St, New York, NY 10036, United States
Phone: +1 212-704-0833
worktime:
address: 141 W 41st St, New York, NY 10036, United States
Phone: +1 212-704-0833
worktime:
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| Monday | 11:30 AM–3 PM-5–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM–3 PM-5–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM–3 PM-5–9 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM–3 PM-5–9 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM–3 PM-5–9 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM–3 PM-5–9 PM |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM–3 PM-5–9 PM |
site: http://ootoya.us/
rayting: 4.3
services: Service options: Delivery, Takeaway, Dine-in,
Highlights: Fast service, Great tea selection,
Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining,
Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible seating,
Offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Comfort food, Healthy options, Small plates, Spirits, Wine,
Dining options: Lunch, Dinner, Dessert,
Amenities: Bar on site, Toilets, Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi,
Atmosphere: Casual, Cosy, Trendy,
Crowd: Family friendly, Groups, Tourists,
Planning: Lunch reservations recommended, Dinner reservations recommended, Accepts reservations, Usually a wait,
Payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments, Credit cards,
Children: Good for kids, High chairs,
rayting: 4.3
services: Service options: Delivery, Takeaway, Dine-in,
Highlights: Fast service, Great tea selection,
Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining,
Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible seating,
Offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Comfort food, Healthy options, Small plates, Spirits, Wine,
Dining options: Lunch, Dinner, Dessert,
Amenities: Bar on site, Toilets, Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi,
Atmosphere: Casual, Cosy, Trendy,
Crowd: Family friendly, Groups, Tourists,
Planning: Lunch reservations recommended, Dinner reservations recommended, Accepts reservations, Usually a wait,
Payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments, Credit cards,
Children: Good for kids, High chairs,
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Name: B******* E****
Date: 2024-01-07 18:02:39
Rating: 4
Comment: My favorite thing about this place is the experience it brings that is otherwise lacking in NYC. The inside of the restaurant is quiet and serene, and the sets that you can get feel very authentic. The prices are definitely too high, especially considering none of this food is authentic enough to actually be coming from Japan. I enjoyed the food greatly, but it did feel like a Japanese dish made out of American ingredients. I had the ootoya nabe. The broth was flavorful, and most of the ingredients were perfectly cooked and had soaked up the flavor of the soup. My one complaint is that some of the fish pieces had bones in them which made it difficult to eat. I also got the matcha ice cream dessert, which was probably my favorite thing. It’s very small, but perfect after a slightly heavy meal and all the flavors were only slightly sweet which I appreciated. The staff is incredibly attentive and you never need a reservation.
Name: D***** G*****
Date: 2024-01-03 04:01:30
Rating: 5
Comment: A large menu with some vegetarian and vegan options! Everything our party had was delicious (udon soup, soba soup, katsu, etc). Id recommend the fresh tofu - I got a small tofu salad to try it and was so impressed!We arrived at 5:55 PM on a Tuesday and was able to get a table for 4 immediately!
Name: A*******
Date: 2023-12-23 17:48:47
Rating: 5
Comment: I came here a few minutes after opening and was able to be seated immediately on the counter top (in front of the kitchen, really nice seat), but the tables were already gone. I ordered the tonkatsu curry set for lunch and it was really good, definitely among the best katsu I’ve had in NYC so far despite a few pieces being a bit dry. Overall it was a great experience and I’ll definitely be back!
Name: T
Date: 2023-11-05 18:20:47
Rating: 5
Comment: Great quality food a reasonable price
Name: W***** C*****
Date: 2023-10-26 19:02:32
Rating: 4
Comment: One word, delicious! Sukiyaki was great but wouldve been better if an egg was included.
Name: Y****** H****
Date: 2023-10-18 17:32:46
Rating: 4
Comment: Great washu beef sukiaki. Something missing with the side dishes, not as big of a fan. Bursting at the seams during lunch hour.
Name: C**** Y***
Date: 2023-10-15 00:55:20
Rating: 4
Comment: Great food during lunch. Huge variety of lunch set selections. Servers are busy though so could be less attentive.Ordered the soy milk salmon nabe with a side of homemade tofu! Highly recommend it
Name: G**** T***
Date: 2023-10-11 22:42:33
Rating: 5
Comment: Superior Japanese food with awesome service but have trouble accessing menu online and the individual seat near kitchen kinda have the rotten smell(not pleasant)Phone has bad reception inside the restaurant, even thought there is free Wi-Fi provided, still a bit of troublesome.Third time here, everything I tried so far are all had superior quality and taste! Steak Ju is very juicy, and dessert has layers of flavor.Finally, tip suggested are before tax, very nice.
Name: L******* L****
Date: 2023-09-30 18:35:48
Rating: 5
Comment: Quality of the food was superb. Service was great though a bit slow, but worth the wait. Id consider this place as somewhere to go for a special occasion, definitely a bit pricey.
Name: �**
Date: 2023-09-24 04:31:38
Rating: 5
Comment: Delicious. The katsu rice bowl was really nice. However, if I can get more side dishes or vege, that will be great. Not super full after this meal. Im not sure if the rice and soup can refill or not. I will definitely visit here again.
Name: M K
Date: 2023-09-23 02:03:50
Rating: 5
Comment: Unagi don is a bit pricey, but delicious 😜
Name: S*******
Date: 2023-09-03 08:58:45
Rating: 4
Comment: I came here one day after the gym. I was starving and this was on my way to the train station. Food was good, service felt very rushed. I received my bill as I was still chewing. The whole interior felt very dark. I wouldn’t mind coming here again for a quick bite, but this is not the kind of place to hang out with your friends and chitchat for 2-3 hours over food and drinks.The chawanmushi was very light and not commonly found in a lot of Japanese restaurants in the area, so I was pretty happy when I saw it on the menu. It did not disappoint. Shishito peppers had a good mix of spicy vs non spicy. The crispy rice sushi was surprisingly good. I added two orders of salmon sashimi and it came out together with the chawanmushi. The Yuzu White Peach Moshi sparkling juice drink was a few times more expensive than the price I saw in a nearby Japanese market, but I know the restaurant has to pay rent too, so I expected the pricing.
Name: T M
Date: 2023-08-26 04:55:54
Rating: 4
Comment: I have been to Ootoya several times in Japan. I think this restaurant is a high-end restaurant in the style of Ootoya. The menu provided is also limited compared to Japan, and everything is a little sophisticated. The taste was perfect and reminded me of Japan. The price is high, and one rice ball is 4 dollars and 50 cents. Well, the location is good, so is it unavoidable in NYC?
Name: L***** K**
Date: 2023-08-19 04:38:29
Rating: 5
Comment: Food was great, I could tell as they use good quality rice.Staff, Terrible. The staff did not have fluency in English (and which is fine), but quite unattentive and rude. Maybe its NY style... lolAtmosphere, good for a quick nice lunch, not good for going out for a date kinda place.
Name: M*** A*******
Date: 2023-08-13 15:52:29
Rating: 4
Comment: Incredibly flavorful food. Lunch specials are customizable with tons of options. Really tasty curry rice. Pretty filling!
Name: V L
Date: 2023-08-08 14:32:27
Rating: 5
Comment: I would like to share something important with my fans club, about restuarant. Two indicators: bathroom and percentage of patronce from same etnical group as etnical cuisine serve in given place.Ootaya meet both my criterias. A lot of native Japanese. Bathroom are spanky clean.Staff friendly.Food. I ate in different Japanese restaurants.It wad something new, taste completly different. Delisious.If you near Times Square, MUST to visit.
Name: A*** C*****
Date: 2023-07-16 02:28:02
Rating: 5
Comment: Food was delicious came out very fast. I got the udon with seaweed. It was very good :) i will he visiting here again to try so of the other dishes
Name: C**** W
Date: 2023-07-09 21:08:05
Rating: 4
Comment: This pop-up Onigiri stand is part of Ooyota, and it offers onigiri 🍙 and rolls to go during weekdays (12-2 pm). Don’t walk away if a line exists; it moves fast since the onigiri is pre-made.I got the choices recommended by the staff - sukiyaki, salmon, unagi, and buta shio. They all tasted great and were freshly made. But I honestly couldn’t tell them apart from each other except for the salmon one.
Name: K***** C***
Date: 2023-07-03 09:20:34
Rating: 4
Comment: The Oyako don was seasoned nicely and the Salmon Tonyu Nabe had a creamy / smooth texture while soy milk added depth to taste and salmon added the oil-y and subtle umami.ngl It tasted like a chain restaurant or a home cook who got somewhat professional but not quite there - for the quality of cook on certain elements was obviously off: salmon itself was on the dry side and the eggs of the Oyako don were weirdly overcooked and undercooked at the same time)- as well as the grade? Freshness? Of individual ingredients... but the portion is so big Id still recommend this place lol
Name: S******* M******
Date: 2023-06-30 00:53:02
Rating: 5
Comment: This place is a MUST if you love japanese cuisine. I have to say it was some of the best food I have ever eaten I will absolutely be returning.
Name: A***** M
Date: 2023-06-20 18:34:27
Rating: 5
Comment: I really enjoyed my lunch. I got the lunch special which was great because I got to try an array of different items. The silky tofo with roe was a surprisingly good dish.
Name: T*** H*** N*****
Date: 2023-06-16 12:20:06
Rating: 5
Comment: Food quality is excellent. Very well designed menu selections. Note that lunch will be limited and dinner will provide more variety. They dont take reservations which I can understand because their seats are filled up very quickly during lunch and dinner rush. I hope those who come to eat will not stay and mingle since there is usually a wait. So, please think for others.
Name: S****** A********
Date: 2023-06-11 03:03:37
Rating: 5
Comment: Great Japanese restaurant. The food was fresh and delicious, the service was great too!
Name: a**** p******
Date: 2023-06-10 19:02:01
Rating: 5
Comment: A culinary delight! The flavor profile was so unique! This is my second time coming here and it was as good if not better than the first! The service was great - overall delightful!!
Name: M******* W
Date: 2023-05-24 02:30:12
Rating: 4
Comment: In average good but a bit pricy Japanese food. The portion is not very big. The service could certainly still improve.
Name: A****** T***
Date: 2023-05-23 00:33:13
Rating: 5
Comment: Seasonal dinner set and desserts were amazing 🌸
Name: I***** C*******
Date: 2023-05-14 17:36:51
Rating: 5
Comment: This is a small gem from Japan in the heart of NYC. We were surprised to find such a nice place right next to Times Square. It felt like being back in Japan. Delicious food, good service, great atmosphere. Recommended.
Name: T**
Date: 2023-04-14 03:02:56
Rating: 4
Comment: Food was good. Crispy sushi pieces are a bit misleading. There is rice puffs in it, the rice itself is not crispy.
Name: A*** W*********
Date: 2023-04-12 01:24:44
Rating: 5
Comment: Great and true Tokyo vibe in Manhattan. Very tasty food. Always a must
Name: C****** K
Date: 2023-03-28 22:25:48
Rating: 5
Comment: It was not crowded when we came in for lunch around 1:30PM. Ordered Wagyu beef over rice and fried chicken with vegetables in sweet and sour sauce. The food was tasty. Afterwards, we had matcha mochi red beans and sesame ice cream.
Name: D*** H*****
Date: 2023-03-24 22:01:50
Rating: 5
Comment: Delicious food and super fast service. I can’t recommend the beef hot pot enough! Such delicious flavor 😋
Name: A*** W
Date: 2023-03-17 17:46:58
Rating: 5
Comment: 11$ for 3 peace of salmon is kinda pricey, but over all great quality and tasty, been here 3 times, enjoyed every time.
Name: T*** Y***
Date: 2023-03-11 23:15:57
Rating: 4
Comment: This restaurant looks amazing and serves great standard japanese food. The Washu Beef Katsu Donabe Curry, Kaasan Ni, and the Katsu Toji were all great dishes with each of our meats battered and fried nicely. The beef was especially tender. The service was great as well. Prices seem somewhat reasonable for a restaurant like this in Times Square. Only giving it 4/5 stars because it didnt seem exceptional in taste for the price.
Name: J****** T*
Date: 2023-03-10 16:07:03
Rating: 5
Comment: Love Ootoya, authentic Japanese cuisine. Great table service and often times theres a wait during dinner rush hours so try to get there early or later to score an optimal seat. They have curry, katsu, sushi, donburi, steak and so much more. The variety is amazing. Best appetizer or add-ons are the onsen eggs, Chawanmushi regular and premium, and the Karaage. Steak jus was so delicious. As was the wagyu beef curry. Must try!
Name: T****** D***
Date: 2023-02-22 19:31:48
Rating: 4
Comment: Food was good but slightly over price. I really like the Japanese bento
Name: B**** M*******
Date: 2023-01-15 21:26:41
Rating: 5
Comment: We ordered the set menus... well i guess there were no other options as we arrived too early for dinner... everything was really good... i ordered the unagi set... definitely the most tender unagi i have ever tasted... also ordered sake flights which were refreshing... really worth the visit... the place was packed and we were lucky we got in a bit early...
Name: N***
Date: 2023-01-11 16:47:05
Rating: 5
Comment: I heard so many good things about Ootoya. Wait was for an hour. Food was good and the service was good. I will come back!
Name: X* L**
Date: 2022-12-20 13:34:23
Rating: 5
Comment: The beef nabe is good. If you guys go to there, you must try this one!
Name: T****** P*****
Date: 2022-12-18 05:34:05
Rating: 5
Comment: Oh my God all my taste buds just exploded from pleasure. I waited for a table for about 30 min. And this was worth that. This place has such tasty food,that I will return more and more times.
Name: J*** S**
Date: 2022-12-16 17:31:45
Rating: 5
Comment: I’ve had Ootoya regularly in Thailand where I came from and in Japan. Needless to say that the quality is consistent everywhere.Here, you can expect good home cook Japanese meals. Nothing complicated. Their service is always fast and reliable. The last few times I went they’ve been serving the entree before the appetizer, so don’t order too much.What I’d always get from here: Sukiyaki nabe, Udon, Katsu Toji. Their homemade tofu is really good tooToo bad they are no longer a no-tipping restaurant but I understand how hard is it during the inflation to keep it that way.
Name: J***** C
Date: 2022-12-13 19:40:33
Rating: 4
Comment: 茶碗蒸， steam egg..there’s an option if you want plain steam egg / with seafood, such as roe….price is different.The ice cream is very delicious.. I actually order the matcha flavor, but they are out… so black sesame flavor instead..with rice mochi +red 🫘 bean..Sukiyaki, its a soy sauce soup base with different type of vegetables, such as cabbage and beef, so it’s kinda salty to me..and it’s 34dollars? It was served with small portion of salad and miso soup..🚫The restaurant has a rule, adult can’t order from kid menu.. I saw there are small portion of different types of dishes on kid menu, so I want to try it, if I like it, I would order the regular appetizer..but server said NO…
Name: Y*** E*
Date: 2022-12-06 17:38:36
Rating: 5
Comment: Definitely a more pricey place for teishoku lunch than Mew. For three people and a cocktail, it was almost 100 bucks for lunch. But the food quality is very good and the portion is well-minded.The decor is almost like a bar at first glance, but further in it is lit to feel more homey and with a classical Japanese feel. The staff were able to be attentive even when it was a pretty busy lunch. We got seated and ordered quickly. The wait for food was better than anticipated, and we didnt even take an hour in there.The food is good. I had the Katsu curry, which came with pickles and salad. The curry was sweet and barely spicy, just like usual Japanese curry. The rice was very well textured and the pork was incredibly crunchy. The salad vinaigrette was surprisingly good as well, having something like sesame oil.Overall, its not a place I would go to all the time for sure. But it is a good find to attend once in a while as a treat!
Name: R******
Date: 2022-12-06 13:48:39
Rating: 5
Comment: Food and service were terrific. We had a lie lunch with no reservation.
Name: A**** P**
Date: 2022-11-23 17:53:33
Rating: 4
Comment: Always guaranteed quality, well prepared, and authentic Japanese food. You come here for food, less for service experience or atmosphere. My suggestions are the chirashi bowl, steamed egg is a MUST, and if youre around for lunch, getting the lunch sets are definitely a great deal (for this restaurant, still expect to pay about $30 which can be steep for casual lunch). Theyre known for their hotpots, everything here is a bit on the sweet side, ask your server ahead of time.
Name: F******* G*****
Date: 2022-11-23 14:36:16
Rating: 4
Comment: I have been rto other locations and all of the food are decent. But you can definitely find better in Manhattan. However, if you are seeking proper Japanese home style food, I believe you should try this place.
Name: V***** T***
Date: 2022-11-20 15:55:14
Rating: 5
Comment: Its been a few years since Ive been here and the food is as good as I remember! No resy available at times Square location, so be prepared to wait 30 mins or so. Food is excellent here and I tried different things than I normally get. The beef hotpot was the best thing I ate here this time. The crispy rice was good too, first time having it actually, and the pieces were larger than I expected so it filled us up. The egg appetizer was really good too and only $6. The unagi rice was good too but pricey at $41. Dessert only had one item and it was good, a mix of every thing in there!Definitely a great Japanese option if youre in the time Square area!
Name: T***** W*** (*******
Date: 2022-11-19 03:49:47
Rating: 5
Comment: The atmosphere matches that of NYC. The busy busboys and waiters rushing back and forth, just like what NYC is. People rushing back and forth.We ordered Washu Beef Sukiyaki Nabe and Steak Ju.The steak is really good, it comes medium rare (the only way to have your steak) and rice with scallions to finish off the decor.I feel that steak Ju isnt worth the 40 bucks. Should be 30. It is good, but for the value and taste, its not 40.The Beef Sukiyaki Nabe is good to have in winter time. Well worth the price. But the broth is way too salty.
Name: V******* N****
Date: 2022-11-18 12:35:58
Rating: 5
Comment: I absolutely loved the experience! I’ve never been in Japan but everything felt like I vas there, the food was totally amazing the tea and miso soup had such a different taste that I didn’t even recognized the flavor I guess it’s more original and super tasty don’t even mention the fish! Thank you guy for the amazing food you make.
Name: B*** H****
Date: 2022-11-16 02:16:32
Rating: 5
Comment: The most Japanese Japanese restaurant I have been in US, which makes me miss Japan a lot !! The interior design is very traditional and neat.
Name: T**** C** (*** S********
Date: 2022-11-08 02:08:52
Rating: 5
Comment: Absolutely wonderful interpretation of the Japanese chain, Ootoya US is always worth the visit if you are in the neighborhood.Leave space, as you will want to have every grain of rice with every spoonful of hot pot or curry that you order in your set.
Name: H K
Date: 2022-10-10 04:44:23
Rating: 5
Comment: Home style Japanese food. Very nice!
Name: P***** L*
Date: 2022-10-09 14:41:52
Rating: 4
Comment: Pretty solid place, but felt like it was lacking slightly in flavor.Atmosphere was nice, open kitchen, good decorations. Good set of food, just the food wasn’t anything super tasty unfortunately.Great for a quick bite, but nothing I would travel for.
Name: K**** L
Date: 2022-09-25 22:49:02
Rating: 4
Comment: We ordered Washu Beef and pork curry. They tasted very good and tasty. The deep fried pork is very crispy, and I am into it.I arrived at around 1pm on a Sunday afternoon, no needed to wait but there was no one at the entrance to meet us.They served me the wrong dish and I did not realize it until I finished the salad and the beef steak. The waiter then realized it as well, and kindly to change it for me. Well, I had to say, I personally did not like the Washu Beef Katsu Donabe Curry Set (attached 1st picture), the combination of beef steak and curry did not match well.
Name: L**** P*****
Date: 2022-09-24 20:36:08
Rating: 4
Comment: Went there for lunch with friends on a weekend, no wait time, got a small eel don(they have bigger version too)and add on some udon noodles and salmon sashimi appetizer! Service was a typical time square manner (meaning non existing), but the food was good.
Name: R**
Date: 2022-09-18 22:20:20
Rating: 5
Comment: Very high food quality and friendly staff. I visit here at least once a week. Comfortable and authentic!
Name: I****** B****
Date: 2022-09-12 22:34:35
Rating: 5
Comment: Very good Japanese food! Portion sizes were great. Recommend!
Name: D**** H* T**
Date: 2022-08-29 05:25:42
Rating: 4
Comment: A little pricey and the set is a little small. But the food is the same as other place.
Name: e**** m
Date: 2022-08-28 02:49:59
Rating: 4
Comment: Very nice place! The interior was nice and clean and service was very good and friendly. Only complaint is the savouriness of the food. We tried the crispy rice spicy tuna sushi and it was ok. The hotpots and pork belly egg rice were also very average compared to the price. Overall a nice place but a bit pricey compared to the savouriness of the food.
Name: N******* C****
Date: 2022-08-16 22:47:54
Rating: 4
Comment: I think the food is great.Its aesthetically pleasing.The plating feels and looks like it belongs to a Japanese Inn.However if youre hungry hungry. I personally think the portions are a bit on the smaller end especially for the katsu meals. I got the miso katsu and while it was great. I was still hungry at the end.
Name: K**** N********
Date: 2022-07-25 02:27:07
Rating: 5
Comment: The whole experience at this Ootoya location was great. The atmosphere was relaxing and very Japanese, and the food was very authentic and delicious. As a Japanese who has been in the US for years, it made be feel like I’m back in my home country. Granted, it is not the cheapest restaurant, but considering the quality and the location, I have no complaints. I would indeed love to come back.
Name: K***** M******
Date: 2022-07-13 03:23:11
Rating: 5
Comment: 5+ stars for this restaurant! We were very lucky and were able to be seated right away. We arrived around 6:15 p.m. It was so hard to choose as I wanted to try everything! I ended up ordering the Kaasan ni (chicken with egg and grated daikon) and the Crispy 5 (Bigeye tuna, salmon, scallop, yellowtail and shrimp on crispy rice)! I would totally eat here again and again!!! The service was also terrific with friendly waiters and quick service. Doomo Arigatoo, Ootoya Restaurant!!
Name: K** C*
Date: 2022-06-30 17:40:17
Rating: 5
Comment: Amazing food. Feels like we are in Japan!
Name: C****
Date: 2022-06-17 14:18:10
Rating: 5
Comment: I’ve been looking for a more authentic Japanese restaurant in NYC, and this place did not disappoint! The food was outstanding!!! Also, I’ve never had such fresh and juicy gyoza! It was also my first time having crispy rice sushi and it was so good. So fresh!The dessert was absolutely PERFECT. Such a great way to end a fabulous meal. The only thing I will say, though, is that Kimchi is a Korean dish, not Japanese. However, the “Pork Kimchee Nabe” was incredible. I was very impressed. I highly recommend this restaurant if you are a fan of Japanese food!
Name: C*** W** P***
Date: 2022-05-11 14:19:05
Rating: 5
Comment: Visited several times but theres always a wait. You can check in advance on Yelp to be on the wait list.I like their katsu dishes. All well prepared and good quality. The price includes the tip so its also not too expensive.
Name: C**** N*****
Date: 2022-05-03 18:49:42
Rating: 5
Comment: Coming from Florida I wanted to try some authentic Asian food. We go the Katsu Ju rice with fried pork and it was an experience. The soft egg melts into the rice and adds so much flavor to the dish.Included in this dish was the ginger salad. Personally, I am not a big fan of ginger salad or salad in general but the sweet kick ginger dressing was sooo incredibly good and the produce was so fresh. Another experience moment.Lastly I got the gyoza and my friend the croquette. Both delicious crispy and full of flavor. My friend and I both preferred the gyoza but the croquette was not far off.All in all, pricing was not bad and we enjoyed a pretty filling meal. I would recommend to anyone around the Time Square area.
Name: K*** T********
Date: 2022-04-23 07:51:27
Rating: 4
Comment: Authentic Japanese food. Taste bit different compared to Japan Branch but its still nice
Name: Z******* H*
Date: 2022-04-18 02:38:41
Rating: 5
Comment: Overall quite authentic japanese food. fantastic kids meal👍
Name: C***** J****
Date: 2022-04-07 21:54:47
Rating: 5
Comment: Interesting and unique sushi menu with great seasonal cocktails. Quaint vibe with excellent service. The rice is fantastic!
Name: K********* W*
Date: 2022-04-05 04:19:06
Rating: 5
Comment: Really tasty Japanese food made fresh. Waiting was worth it.
Name: E******** H*****
Date: 2022-04-04 02:22:58
Rating: 5
Comment: Visited on a Sunday and really enjoyed my dinner. They have Japanese sets with a little bit of everything, always my favorite! The soba broth was rich and the chirashi was fresh. Food was ready quickly and the portions were big.
Name: O**** L*** L****
Date: 2022-03-28 23:33:25
Rating: 5
Comment: 10% Off on 100% Japan born cuisine. Large space to dine in. Drinks and dishes well fresh prepared for you lunch or dinner. Gently attended by personnel from Hostesses to waiters and barman. Warm ambience for all ages and cultures. Ask for take out at your delivery app. Prices razonables $$.
Name: E*** K******
Date: 2022-03-27 17:19:45
Rating: 5
Comment: Excellent Japanese authentic restaurant. You basically get an entree and noodles and each is a full meal so I ended up taking the noodles back to my hotel. You can microwave them back to perfection.Everything is delicious and worth every penny.
Name: A********
Date: 2022-03-23 20:20:45
Rating: 4
Comment: The interior design looks very Japanese and all the dish and cutlery too.The service was very good!The food was great! I loved their home-made Tofu! BUT I tried the sushis with crispy rice and I sadly did not like them. The texture was good but the taste wasnt. The crispy rice strong flavor overpowered the fish. I do not recommend even though it is very unique. It was a good experience overall.
Name: S***
Date: 2022-02-22 17:42:27
Rating: 5
Comment: I popped in here on a Sunday just around noon. It was pretty crowded but as a solo traveler I snagged a spot at the bar right away. I had the Japanese butter fish set and it did not disappoint. Barely noticed the wait time. I love that they serve tea with your meal. I love that they have so many options besides the usual ramen/sushi you find here in the US. Definitely reminded me of the meals I would get at ryokan around Japan.
Name: A**** G******
Date: 2022-02-21 00:04:36
Rating: 5
Comment: One of the best place to get japanese food and drinks. The staff were very friendly and the food was great
Name: C****
Date: 2022-02-15 00:19:48
Rating: 5
Comment: I had a great time here with my friend, the food was delicious and our server was very nice (didnt catch his name but he was very helpful and attentive) Would definitely come back & recommend to others.
Name: R**** K**
Date: 2022-02-04 06:06:01
Rating: 4
Comment: Good quality lunch, the grilled fish was good. Need to reserve in advance.
Name: J********* J*****
Date: 2022-01-25 17:54:24
Rating: 4
Comment: The Shima Hokke had a strong fish smell. Maybe an acquired taste. The Washu Beef was a much better choice 😋. The meat was well flavored, the broth was delicious. Very filling. Seating is arranged by table grouping. My coat was touching that of the next couple. We both apologized and continued with our dining experience. The hostess was very pleasant.
Name: A* H*
Date: 2021-12-13 22:11:08
Rating: 5
Comment: The flavours and dishes of their Japanese shop transported to NYC! The fried oyster (kaki furai) nabe set was delicious and reminded me of when I ate there in Japan. Friendly and attentive service.
Name: E***** V*******
Date: 2021-12-06 11:50:17
Rating: 5
Comment: Really great Japanese cuisine. Reminds me of robatayaki. All the food was fresh and flavorful. I tried the crispy rice flight and the chirashi bowl. We also had the matcha affogato. Oishi!
Name: M****** I**
Date: 2021-11-16 05:28:47
Rating: 5
Comment: Ootoya is a corporate Japanese restaurant. Ive often dined at locations in Japan. This location is situated just off of Bryant Park. The food is very good. The service is attentive and the scene is quaint and quiet. I enjoy eating here often. Some of my favorites here are the Sukiyaki, Tonkitsu and Mackerel dishes.
Name: D**** L*
Date: 2021-10-25 19:57:23
Rating: 5
Comment: Absolutely tasteful set japanese food. Heart/stomach warming during the cold days. I had not to wait during a busy saturday lunch time. Cozy place and I would recommend if you’re around the area!
Name: S**** S*
Date: 2021-10-21 10:04:09
Rating: 5
Comment: Would definitely recommend getting a reservation here, the takitori ju is really good :) and they give u a very interesting powder!So many options to pick from as well!
Name: J
Date: 2021-09-18 17:56:15
Rating: 4
Comment: I got the crispy rice and it was ok. The shishito peppers were a bit bland and could have been cooked longer. There’s nothing that blew my mind but it’s a cute spot for a date or dinner with family. I like the convenience of the location near times square.
Name: M****** B****
Date: 2021-08-31 23:22:38
Rating: 5
Comment: I love Ootoya. It’s my go to when I need to take a break from the office and enjoy some alone time during my lunch hour. Always reliable, always delicious.
Name: C*** H*******
Date: 2021-08-10 07:00:30
Rating: 5
Comment: Loved it!!!Food was amazing. The service was good and welcoming from when you enter. I ordered a bottle of Saki, which I enjoyed. And the waitress filled our cups. Everytime I finished my cup, she made sure to fill it back up. I highly recommend this restaurant
Name: W*** K***
Date: 2021-07-11 04:53:31
Rating: 5
Comment: First time having Waugh Sukiyaki and I love it!Butter fish is great option, very very rich flavored!Katsu Pork is extremely thick cut!First time heard of Beef Korokke which I think is unique.Matcha Pudding with red bean dessert ends my meal marvelously!Server told me they use to make their soba and noodle in house but no longer offer after pandemic, which is expected.
Name: Y***** S******
Date: 2021-07-05 03:34:17
Rating: 5
Comment: I havent eaten Japanese food for a long time. It was very delicious! The customer service was great!
Name: C***** C****
Date: 2021-06-26 19:09:27
Rating: 4
Comment: Not the cheapest place to go for good Japanese food, but given the location, atmosphere, and quality, I was still quite happy with my experience nonetheless. I left feeling very satisfied with the service.
Name: S****** P*****
Date: 2021-04-10 01:19:49
Rating: 5
Comment: The food here is amazing, the atmosphere is peaceful, and the service is very fast. Ill totally be back here again when the sushi is served again starting next week!
Name: J** H********
Date: 2021-04-04 00:34:15
Rating: 5
Comment: Cozy and authentic Japanese restaurant with reasonable prices. Very pleased with the food and staff that are extremely friendly and accommodating. Tasty, fulfilling and worth the price.
Name: s*** y*
Date: 2021-02-28 03:39:21
Rating: 5
Comment: I really enjoyed the onigiri 🍙 here! We tried the salted pork scallion, spicy chicken kurozu and the silky pork tonkatsu. Each were wrapped neatly and had lots of flavor. I highly recommend the salted pork scallion ones!
Name: C****** C****
Date: 2020-04-16 00:53:48
Rating: 5
Comment: Delicious! I hadnt been to an authentic japanese restaurant for a while, so i really appreciated this restaurant, the smells, the ambiance, it all made me think back of my stays in Japan.This restaurant is quite pricey, around $25/main dish and a lot more if ordering drinks, appetizer, and dessert. One positive thing though, is that you dont pay tips at this restaurant, just like in Japan, as the waiters are fairly paid to provide great service.We came with no reservation for dinner on a Monday night and just waited about 15min. You can leave your phone number and they will text you your place in line and when to go back to the restaurant.We ordered the katsu kuji set ($26) and a mini bowl of salmon over ($17)rice. Both were tasty, mini bowl really is a mini bowl. The set comes with rice, miso soup, and pickled veggies; its whats called teishoku style meal in Japan. It was delicious and well balanced, I loved every bit of it.My only mini complaint is that the tea was lukewarm, and most of the time we had to be asking for more tea/water. But theyd come right away, at least.
Name: M*** L***
Date: 2020-02-26 10:22:40
Rating: 5
Comment: Absolutely incredible! New favorite place for great Japanese food. The chicken katsu was literally melt in your mouth. The service was exceptional. Ill be returning many times.
Name: H***
Date: 2020-01-11 04:09:04
Rating: 4
Comment: They provide real Japanese food and so delicious 😋 but it costs little too much
Name: A****** Z
Date: 2020-01-07 09:07:35
Rating: 4
Comment: Here’s one of the favorite place I like to go with friends. The food is good quality and nicely presented. It’s just won’t go wrong. This is a no tipping restaurant***
Name: K****** W***
Date: 2019-11-25 03:47:55
Rating: 4
Comment: Urchin don is really good, others are normal. Sukiyaki is tooooo sweet. I ordered an egg as sauce to mitigate the sweetness.
Name: R** X****
Date: 2019-11-23 05:10:24
Rating: 5
Comment: Really good place to eat with friends or just enjoying a nice Japanese meal after work. The place is centrally located next to Times Square and Bryant Park. The only downside is the wait time - this place gets very busy!
Name: C***** C********
Date: 2019-10-24 21:07:20
Rating: 5
Comment: Great Japanese food! We enjoyed the lunch there. Very popular place. We had to wait about 20min. It was worth it! They had good variety of menu including desserts. The service was very good also. Nice and clean interior. I loved everything about this restaurant except the wait. Great for a family as well.
Name: H* I*
Date: 2019-10-02 20:08:31
Rating: 5
Comment: Great proper Japanese food in NYC. They have a take out window to the right and the left door you can eat in. Ootoya does not accept tips but still have a lovely attentive service. Convenient and busy location. The hall is not really spacious enough for a wheelchair or buggy/stroller user, but the size of the whole place is decent enough.Food came warm and quick and was happy with the food.Staff had no problem going us extra plates to share. The table size was not huge but enough.The low ratings here are due to anti-Japanese, so dont take it to heart. (Look at their other reviews and trust your heart which reviews you would trust) If this place was low rated, most other places should be lower or minus? stars?Again a bit loud and busy due to the location, but same with other busy stores.Would go again.
Name: E*** Z
Date: 2019-10-01 22:44:02
Rating: 5
Comment: I like this restaurant and went there more than three times. I like the katsu and pickles there. If you like the rice, try! They use rice from Japan and taste great.
Name: J***** Z***
Date: 2019-09-29 14:06:23
Rating: 4
Comment: Probably there is nothing here that allows one to brag around about. Nevertheless, there is nothing much to disappoint one, either. Both service and food were decent. I liked the special cold corn egg custard as well as the homemade tofu, which was endowed with a natural subtle sweetness. The beef sukiyaki should not be too bad - just that the sweetened flavor of this dish is never my thing and I had to admit that the beef was not very tender. My fav of the meal was the grilled mackerel - remarkably juicy and tender. To sum up, this is a safe choice if you want to hang out with some friends.
Name: t*******
Date: 2019-08-08 00:37:02
Rating: 5
Comment: Excellent place. I ordered the super value Uragi Don. A whole Uragi from Japan cost $30 in Japanese super market. Now they charge $40. Bar tender is pro. Nori-san takes good care of everyone for sure. Do come for real Japanese food.
Name: R***** M***
Date: 2019-08-06 03:08:15
Rating: 5
Comment: High-end Japanese cuisine. Its got a robust menu of traditional Japanese dishes that arent sushi. It provides a new perspective to the cuisine, and its a quality experience. However, expect to pay at least twice what you would for an average sushi meal. Nonetheless, a worthwhile experience.
Name: P****** W*******
Date: 2019-08-04 01:21:50
Rating: 5
Comment: What a lovely place! Glad we came; this is a no tip restaurant so everything is included in the price of the food. Dinner was well presented, very polite staff and everything was tasty!
Name: R******* C*******
Date: 2019-08-03 22:28:27
Rating: 5
Comment: Amazing Japanese restaurant, big plate, super tasty! I really loved the service
Name: C***** Z****
Date: 2019-07-10 21:27:53
Rating: 5
Comment: Love it! Fresh sashimi seafood, tasty pickled vege coming with noodle. Udon or soba could be chosen in either hot or cold way! Definitely cold version for summer!
Name: Y********* W*************
Date: 2019-07-10 02:50:35
Rating: 4
Comment: One of the best Japanese chain restaurant, provide food with standard quality but it is a bit too pricey about $30-$40 per pax (no need to tip)Ordered Katsu Toji, it was nice as expected but a bit too as salty
Name: J*****
Date: 2019-03-21 00:47:52
Rating: 5
Comment: Had the Unagi over white rice. Ive eaten at many Japanese restaurants in my life and I would rate this as my absolute favorite!Am visiting NYC, so I wont get to eat here again but would definitely try something new each visit since everything looked delicious!It is on the slightly pricey side of things but not terrible, especially since it is a non-tipping restaurant so the price you see if the price you pay, nothing extra!Go enjoy a great meal here, you wont be disappointed!
Name: R****** L*
Date: 2019-03-18 15:19:17
Rating: 5
Comment: This restaurant is located near Times Square, and its always busy. Lots of local people love to go here. And their food is always up to par and consistent. I go at least once every time I am in NYC
Name: A***** S***
Date: 2019-03-11 04:03:13
Rating: 5
Comment: Can’t go wrong with any of Ootoya locations!Love their katsu dishes including katsutoya (pic) that is simmered in hot soup with onion and eggs.We also got the udon + katsu combo. It was basic but soup was flavorful and noodles was delicious.They stopped serving steamed eggs though!
Name: D**** C****
Date: 2019-03-05 02:46:17
Rating: 4
Comment: They have sushi but not your typical sushi place. They serve a a specific style of Japanese food arranged in sets.Non-tipping restaurant! So the prices basically “include tip.” Keep this in mind when you order. I thought it was pricey at first but then when I realized...it wasn’t as bad.Food wise. I was blown away. It was okay - good. I don’t think it was bad but won’t go out of my way to come here.
Name: A***** D** B***
Date: 2019-02-05 00:58:23
Rating: 5
Comment: Authentic, inviting atmosphere and overall delicious. Not to mention extremely kind and fast service. Tororo Oyaku don was cooked perfectly with tender chicken, silky eggs and delicious multigrain rice. Washu beef special was also unbelievably tender and the broth was extremely flavorful.
Name: J**** C****
Date: 2019-02-04 10:22:39
Rating: 5
Comment: The food is great! There can be a long waiting, but the food is very tasty. There are also seats that look like a bar, and it’s perfect for one person.
Name: T** N***
Date: 2019-01-12 02:09:43
Rating: 5
Comment: Whenever coming to Manhattan this is the place I eat Japanese. While a bit pricy compared pricing in Japan, quality food taste kills me :-)
Name: A S*****
Date: 2018-12-28 03:16:56
Rating: 5
Comment: It gets busy during lunch time but the wait was worth it. My family loved the food and the service was great! I think it was a lot of food for the price but it was all delicious!Will definitely come back again.
Name: L******* K*
Date: 2018-12-14 07:59:33
Rating: 5
Comment: Best tonkatsu, generous portion. Serverice was also very impressive. They used fatty pork and made the egg absorb all the flavors. Hot, flavored and great for a chilly winter day. When I came around 2 on weekday no waiting!
Name: S***** F
Date: 2018-11-30 02:15:59
Rating: 4
Comment: Love their lunch sets. The hot soba and cold soba are both fantastic. Service is good and efficientThey don’t take reservations, so make sure you get there when (or soon after) they open - the place fills up quickly!
Name: f***** c****
Date: 2018-09-05 16:44:16
Rating: 4
Comment: I’m very surprised that they have Natto and Tororo imo! It’s pretty close to real Japanese taste. And believe or not, you don’t have to pay tips here at least when I was visiting there a few month ago.
Name: D** C (*********
Date: 2018-04-24 03:04:12
Rating: 5
Comment: One of my favorite Japanese restaurants in the city as it focuses more on homemade Japanese food dishes rather than traditional sushi, ramen and udon. Highly recommend yakitori box, beef slices entree, nabe entrees, etc. If you select entree, it will come with soup, mini veggie bowl, rice, and a delicious egg custard. Reasonably priced for Japanese food. Could be wait times during peak times.
Name: W* M***
Date: 2018-04-13 12:07:50
Rating: 5
Comment: One of my favorite Japanese food in the city! Highly recommend the desserts and the salmon!! They are the best!
Name: J** Z*
Date: 2018-03-25 01:53:18
Rating: 5
Comment: No tipping policy! Theres a small wait around 6 but the food is worth it. Love the atmosphere and decor!
Name: C****** G*****
Date: 2018-01-12 03:32:53
Rating: 4
Comment: My go-to place for Japanese comfort food. Tasty, reliable and good value. Perhaps the only restaurant in NYC that tells its customers no tips are needed. That’s soooo Japanese.
Name: E*** Y*****
Date: 2017-11-27 15:35:33
Rating: 4
Comment: Authentic Japanese food restaurant. (No sushi or Kobe beef here though)Soba and misu soup are excellent.. There are definitely long lines at peak times and weekends.. Awesome food,great service, it is not cheap, but worth it…
Name: M****** L**
Date: 2017-11-25 21:48:49
Rating: 5
Comment: Really high quality and authentic Japanese food. Soba is excellent as is the egg custard that comes with the trays. Just be prepared to wait as there are definitely long waits at peak times.
Name: K
Date: 2017-08-07 19:16:57
Rating: 4
Comment: Went there for lunch on Friday: words of advice get there before 11:30 to avoid wait times! Although we were told 25 mins wait times it took only 10mins.The food was delicious! I had the katsu ju which was more than filling for me.The reason why it was not 5 stars is due to following:1. Waiter did not remember who ordered what. My coworkers ordered something similar to my dish and we played guessing game on whose food came.2 i ordered brown rice with my katsu ju, the waiter even told me it was brown when he gave me the food. It was white.
Name: A*** N*
Date: 2017-07-14 07:50:59
Rating: 4
Comment: Great addition to the Times Square district, in relation to the current American big brand chains, like Red Lobster and Ruby Tuesday! Good selection of items serving quintessential Japanese comfort food! Giving it four stars unfortunayely because the set dinners no longer include the egg custard...
Name: C***** B********** (*******
Date: 2017-06-05 23:14:22
Rating: 4
Comment: I have been to this restaurant twice and had a pleasant experience both times. The staff is friendly and the service is quick. This restaurant reminds me a lot of being in Japan. One of my favorite things is that this is a no-tipping restaurant!
Name: A**** Z**
Date: 2017-04-26 19:25:08
Rating: 5
Comment: Definitely coming back to this place. They give you hot towel when you sit down, the place is small but very cozy, food is amazing here. Everything looks so delicate. The price is reasonable too. Highly recommend.
Name: A****** E*****
Date: 2016-12-14 18:13:02
Rating: 5
Comment: Very good traditional Japanese food. Nice decor and ambience in a small space. If you plan to come for lunch on a weekday, the closer to the 11:30a opening time, the better as the place does fill up and they only take reservations for dinner. My group of 4 arrived at 11:45a (they only seat complete groups) and we got the last table available. Not a great place for families with strollers as its kind of tight.Service is quick and courteous, and all tips are included in the prices.
Name: K**** H****
Date: 2016-12-06 15:43:50
Rating: 5
Comment: Great selection of Japanese Faire outside of your typical noodles and sushi.The time square location is pretty with a good atmosphere. It can be pretty busy so you might expect a wait.The staff is helpful and friendly.
Name: A***** W****
Date: 2024-01-31 00:02:56
Rating: 5
Comment: Felt like a hole-in-the-wall place in Tokyo, so so good!