Raku its Japanese

category: Japanese restaurant, Asian fusion restaurant, Diner, Lunch restaurant, Takeout restaurant, Ramen restaurant, Restaurant, Sushi restaurant, Sushi takeaway
address: 212 E 52nd St, New York, NY 10022, United States
Phone: +1 212-355-3272
worktime:
DayTime
Monday10 AM–10 PM
Tuesday10 AM–10 PM
Wednesday10 AM–11 PM
Thursday10 AM–11 PM
Friday10 AM–11 PM
Saturday11:30 AM–11 PM
Sunday11:30 AM–11 PM

site: http://rakujapanesenyc.dine.online/
rayting: 4.2
services: From the business: Identifies as Asian-owned,
Service options: Kerbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Takeaway, Dine-in,
Highlights: Fast service,
Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining,
Accessibility:
Offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Comfort food, Healthy options, Late-night food, Quick bite, Small plates, Vegan options, Vegetarian options, Wine,
Dining options: Lunch, Dinner, Catering, Seating,
Amenities: Toilets,
Atmosphere: Casual, Cosy, Trendy,
Crowd: Family friendly,
Planning: Accepts reservations,
Payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, Credit cards,
Children: Good for kids, High chairs,




Name: M* H**
Date: 2024-01-13 03:59:18
Rating: 4
Comment: I wanted to go to Raku, known as a Michelin Guide restaurant, and I visited this restaurant nearby on a snowy day. But this was a different restaurant.Still, I liked the taste of the warm soup and chewy udon noodles, especially the fried shrimp that came with it. did you eat well :)
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Name: D***** G****
Date: 2023-12-24 13:15:32
Rating: 5
Comment: We went to dinner hungry for ramen after a day in the Christmas city and found a gem! How lucky that we turn on 76 street, as we have now discovered what will surely be our favorite Japanese restaurant. There are fancier places, I’m sure, but the prices here are gentle and the atmosphere is cozy. It reminded me of all the lovely UWS restaurants that closed in favor of more flashy and expensive joints. And the ramen- it’s just fabulous; I had the Shoyu, and the broth was so rich and complex, the pork used was just awesome, melt in your mouth good and a lot of it, the sushi bar has so much to explore and the bento boxes, which you can basically construct to your taste, can get you a complete meal for $25. I can’t wait to return. Did I mention that the waiters are kind and patient, and the other customers are cheerful and pleasant, and the wooden decor is charming and comfortable? Just a great restaurant, really great!
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Name: R******** B*****
Date: 2023-12-06 16:27:29
Rating: 5
Comment: My go-to place for Japanese food. Even though I come from India I really fell in love with the simplicity of Japanese cuisine. It is healthy and tasty both at the same time. My first experience with the cuisine was at Raku. I love their menu especially the seafood part. They are consistent with the taste and never compromise on the quality of ingredients used whether it is ala carte or home delivery.
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Name: D**** F
Date: 2023-11-06 01:32:53
Rating: 5
Comment: Fine place to get all sorts of Japanese food.Ive stuck to just the basic sushi and Ive had several rolls from here. Everything has been fresh, properly dressed, and as expected from such a place in NYC. I would say I think Id take the cut rolls over the handrolls going forward. Nothing wrong with their preparation, but its easier to eat in the cut format.-Honey Roasted Peanut Avocado Roll-cucumber roll-Philadelphia Hand Roll-California Tempura Roll-Spicy Scallop Roll-Crazy roll (tuna, salmon,yellowtail, avocado seaweed outside)The edamame is also fine, but its hard to mess that up. I will have to try the Ramen as the weather cools down.
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Name: U*** F********
Date: 2023-09-30 02:08:08
Rating: 5
Comment: Everything was delicious, we ate gyozas, beef negimaki, tuna maki combo and a sushi and sashimi combo, the best, the albacore tuna.

Name: T****** R*****
Date: 2023-08-07 18:45:42
Rating: 4
Comment: Sushi was really good, especially the snow crab roll. Prices were also very reasonable for the city.

Name: E*** S*****
Date: 2023-07-12 23:55:17
Rating: 5
Comment: Fantastic sushi at a very reasonable price. I personally loved the tuna tartar and for my fiance, the edamame. Would definitely recommend

Name: C****** T*
Date: 2023-07-06 01:37:47
Rating: 5
Comment: Wasnt expecting it...but the sushi/sashimi and other items are great!! Id be back if Im in the area again. We thought we couldnt finish the meal, but its so good we couldnt help it. 😁

Name: M****** T****
Date: 2023-06-14 22:29:27
Rating: 5
Comment: My partner and I dined here recently and loved it! The food is high quality and the prices are very reasonable!

Name: G** H******
Date: 2023-06-13 22:47:02
Rating: 5
Comment: This review is for their bento lunch boxes. Great value for the price! I love having Salmon teriyaki and it also comes with different rolls, appetizers and salads.

Name: M**** B****
Date: 2023-05-11 20:53:51
Rating: 5
Comment: The food taste so good. Everyone is friendly. The place is so clean especially the toilet 😊

Name: A** K***
Date: 2023-04-07 02:10:53
Rating: 5
Comment: This place has the best miso soup Ive ever had! The sushi was great, and the katsudon was DELICIOUS. Service was friendly, and I went between 9 & 10 pm, so it was very quiet.
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Name: M*** M****** (** M****
Date: 2023-04-02 10:47:46
Rating: 4
Comment: Great sushi. Ambience is just ok.

Name: S******** G***
Date: 2023-03-23 17:27:10
Rating: 5
Comment: I lived in Hawaii for over 5 years and I have to say that this is by far the closest affordable sushi in terms of quality to what I had available to me out there. The best in the area. The millionaire roll and Shrek roll were my favorites and the sashimi is tough to beat for the price!
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Name: A**** S*****
Date: 2023-03-03 20:27:31
Rating: 4
Comment: Great food, delivered quickly! Thanks 🌱

Name: S** D**** N**
Date: 2023-02-26 23:47:40
Rating: 4
Comment: Great food,

Name: P*******
Date: 2023-02-25 21:44:52
Rating: 5
Comment: Last time I was in NYC I came here with my brother, food was amazing.On this trip I decided to try it again.I went for lunch, met Tony who informed that they had lunch special.I decided not to go with the lunch menu.The sushi was amazing 2nd time around.My favourite sushi place in NYC.Service was great, very attentive.

Name: N**** G*****
Date: 2023-02-12 01:52:52
Rating: 5
Comment: Spectacular sushi. The staff is extremely friendly.

Name: J*** V***** R******* C*****
Date: 2023-02-02 04:11:15
Rating: 5
Comment: I LOVED IT SO MUCH, perfect food and excellent service
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Name: A*** G*********
Date: 2022-12-31 23:29:20
Rating: 5
Comment: This place is a fantastic Japanese restaurant! 🇯🇵 Raku offers a wide variety of delicious 🤤 Japanese 🎌 dishes! 🍽️ Definitely try the Chicken 🐔 and Vegetables 🥬 Udon Soup 🍜, Edamame, Pork 🐖 Gyoza 🥟, and sushi 🍣 - everything here is great and portions are really big! Service is very fast and staff 👨‍🍳 is super welcoming and professional! I wish I came here more often!
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Name: M**** I****
Date: 2022-12-21 17:18:55
Rating: 5
Comment: Coool

Name: P****** P*******
Date: 2022-11-30 12:48:49
Rating: 5
Comment: Good taste. Fresh ingredients. Reasonable price.
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Name: C**** H
Date: 2022-10-29 20:08:54
Rating: 4
Comment: Ordered the Nabeyaki Udon which was good!
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Name: K**** L**** v** Z*************
Date: 2022-10-28 11:45:52
Rating: 4
Comment: Nice surprise

Name: K**** K* K**
Date: 2022-10-17 08:28:45
Rating: 5
Comment: 😍😍

Name: E**** C********
Date: 2022-09-20 19:19:53
Rating: 4
Comment: The food was good but the staff was rude when asking questions about dishes

Name: N******
Date: 2022-09-14 00:03:50
Rating: 5
Comment: LETTTTT ME TELL YOU!!!! I found this place on Uber eats and I’ve been ordering it 3 days straight. Today I stopped by by accident. The best rolls ever! Spoken by the person that only eats omakase. Absolutely get the angry crab whatever and the billionaire roll. So good. Just trust me.
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Name: G*** J*****
Date: 2022-08-31 17:52:09
Rating: 4
Comment: We were on vacation and this nice little restaurant was with in walking distance. We had to wait for like 15 min but it was really good.

Name: C**** R******
Date: 2022-08-23 11:20:56
Rating: 5
Comment: Highly recommended. Quality/price ratio of 5 ✨️. Very friendly and everything delicious.

Name: C***** L*******
Date: 2022-08-14 19:40:28
Rating: 5
Comment: Quite authentic Japanese food at a very good price. Very friendly staff.

Name: V***** H
Date: 2022-08-09 00:03:41
Rating: 5
Comment: Sushi is always fresh! Expensive, but the lunch special is a good deal. I recommend the American dream roll.

Name: J*
Date: 2022-08-06 18:16:15
Rating: 5
Comment: Go to Japanese delivery. Consistently good food and quick delivery. The udon noodles are a must!

Name: A*****
Date: 2022-08-01 01:09:57
Rating: 4
Comment: Open late, I liked yellowtail sashimi and spicy tuna roll.

Name: S****** L**
Date: 2022-07-27 16:20:47
Rating: 4
Comment: Its mainly a delivery place. There are dining tables but for 40min I stayed there at peak lunch time, I was the only one dining in.Very busy place with 5 or 6 employees making sushi alone.I ordered sashimi platter and some fusion sushi. They were okay.

Name: k***** r********
Date: 2022-07-24 23:00:16
Rating: 5
Comment: The staff is super nice and the restaurant is nice and clean. The food is fresh and reasonably priced

Name: I**** R******
Date: 2022-07-22 02:48:15
Rating: 5
Comment: Not Fancy but sushi is good very good service, great for take out
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Name: B******* H******
Date: 2022-06-19 21:24:45
Rating: 5
Comment: Very tasty. Good prices. Fast service.

Name: j**** L
Date: 2022-06-18 02:15:27
Rating: 5
Comment: Great sushi. Comes fast. Great staff. Love this place. 10/10 would recommend

Name: J******* M*******
Date: 2022-06-06 20:36:57
Rating: 5
Comment: Ive only ever ordered from Seamless here and every time its been fresh and delicious. I order he sushi for two which is a good amount of sushi for two people or if its only you, you wont be hungry after! Also its the best value in the area for a sushi for 2 and its fresh! It comes with two miso soups and ginger and wasabi and soy sauce!
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Name: J***** S******
Date: 2022-05-22 22:27:54
Rating: 5
Comment: Went to lunch with my coworker oh, great food, had a good time.

Name: S******** J**
Date: 2022-05-15 01:05:25
Rating: 5
Comment: This place is unbeatable when it comes to sashimi quality and quantity per dollar in Manhattan. I can’t speak for other dishes as I’ve only tried their sushi

Name: p*** k*****
Date: 2022-04-01 22:12:42
Rating: 4
Comment: Very good.

Name: R** N
Date: 2022-03-17 01:30:09
Rating: 4
Comment: Great variety and food selection!
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Name: J** L*******
Date: 2022-03-07 00:54:24
Rating: 4
Comment: Pork Gyozas were really good. Chicken Tonkatsu was bland. Green tea ice cream had absolutely no flavor. No complaints about the sashimi. Very pretty presentation.
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Name: R**** L***
Date: 2022-03-02 23:39:16
Rating: 5
Comment: Good sushi. Good service. No frills atmosphere but very happy with quality, quantity and cost.

Name: p*** q*****
Date: 2022-02-28 03:50:12
Rating: 5
Comment: It is one of the places on the course that are open almost midnight, very delicious ramen and good service

Name: S****** M********
Date: 2022-02-21 18:39:29
Rating: 5
Comment: Ive been to both this location and the other location on UWS (if theyre the same) and enjoyed both my experiences. The food was good and the portions were pretty large. I think the service was okay, not stellar but I would still say definitely above average for NYC. The prices are more than reasonable for the amount of food you get and tasty.
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Name: D**** G*****
Date: 2022-02-16 17:18:52
Rating: 5
Comment: Amazing. Amazing. Amazing. So many options that keep you coming back.I highly recommend the bento box if you can’t decide between sushi or a hot meal. Bento box can probably be enough for two if you’re looking for a quick bite.

Name: J******* R****** J******
Date: 2022-01-06 22:59:35
Rating: 5
Comment: Amazing!

Name: Y* C** Y***
Date: 2022-01-01 02:08:13
Rating: 5
Comment: Everything we ordered are so delicious 🤤
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Name: D******** R******
Date: 2021-12-24 06:07:57
Rating: 5
Comment: Omg this place is awesome and the staff is super nice !!! The ramen is top notch !!!
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Name: s**** m*****
Date: 2021-11-16 13:04:40
Rating: 5
Comment: Surprising good. They seem to do mostly take out. And they lack a bit on ambiance but. The food is good and is a solid place to have a few beers.

Name: V****** M*****
Date: 2021-10-10 16:37:36
Rating: 5
Comment: Absolutely delicious sushi, I got the tempura eggplant roll and the tempura sweet potato roll. No pictures since I ate them so fast, haha. Both were perfect and they put all of the extra filling I asked for in great amounts, thank you so much!

Name: V* N*****
Date: 2021-10-08 00:55:35
Rating: 5
Comment: Very good value for the price. Wide sashimi selection including uni ($6) and ebi ($4.5). The bento box is huge, looks presentable, and has lots of options. Also ordered 6 kinds of sashimi (2 pieces each) and a side of rice for just $28. Fried ice cream is ok, not very crispy.

Name: J**** S
Date: 2021-09-24 03:37:36
Rating: 5
Comment: My sis says the fish is all fresh... no fake fish. Yummy! My sweet potato roll with avacado is absolutely to die for. Mouth OG

Name: N*********** M*****
Date: 2021-09-19 23:02:21
Rating: 5
Comment: So, I wanted Sushi and Miso Soup, but then I saw the menu ans was like Oh, they got alot more options! I ended up getting the Bento Box and it came with ALOT and it wasnt thrown together like most places Ive gone to in the past. I got the shrimp bento box with my choice of Sushi, dumpling, miso soup, and they didnt skimp on my Shrimp Bento Box--> a hearty amount and Tasty! I will definitely be ordering from them again!

Name: H**** L*
Date: 2021-09-13 13:13:43
Rating: 5
Comment: I stumbled across this restaurant last night trying to look for a Ramen spot. (Im not from NY & the one I was originally going to was closed) AND BOY AM I GLAD IT WAS! I LOVE IT HERE!!! Service is very friendly and speedy. I got lucky, the place wasnt packed. I went around 12am. Crispy Brussel sprouts ON POINT, sweet potato tempura rolls, ON POINT. I was so tired I couldnt stay & eat more so I took The Chicken Bento and MORE sweet potato tempura rolls(I add cucumber) home💖 very reasonable prices to. Im definitely coming back.

Name: P**** N******
Date: 2021-08-20 20:32:15
Rating: 5
Comment: Excellent service

Name: V******* G*****
Date: 2021-08-13 01:13:31
Rating: 5
Comment: Very good attention, super friendly. The price is taken into account and the dishes are exquisite

Name: D**** C***
Date: 2021-08-12 19:54:50
Rating: 4
Comment: Wanted a sushi sashimi combo for 2 that was reasonably priced, saw that Raku offered a Love Boat platter for 2 that fit my need. Im sure dining there would have provided a better experience but I had done take out. Started with some tempura, pretty good, was not oily and maintained crunch. The sushi was light on the rice but still very tasty as well as the sashimi. Overall a very satisfying meal, will patronize again.
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Name: D**** R***
Date: 2021-08-08 11:21:44
Rating: 5
Comment: Excellent! Ive had Japanese Cuisine before. Raku Its Japanese has THE BEST Clear Soup Ive ever had. Not to Mention Beef Nagimaki! Raku Its Japanese, you have a new customer. Arigatou!
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Name: A***** i*******
Date: 2021-07-16 15:02:33
Rating: 5
Comment: Very good restaurant I love sushi

Name: J*** W*******
Date: 2021-06-17 13:32:06
Rating: 5
Comment: We had a wonderful meal with great service to celebrate an early birthday. It was great to be out in NYC.

Name: L**** W
Date: 2021-06-09 00:04:17
Rating: 5
Comment: Had chicken teriyaki with rice. It was great.
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Name: V** M******
Date: 2021-05-30 15:05:07
Rating: 4
Comment: Sushi in particular was good quality and well made.

Name: V H******
Date: 2021-05-28 23:20:59
Rating: 4
Comment: 4.5 Very nice service, not too expensive. They had a good selection of combo sushi.

Name: S***** B***
Date: 2021-05-21 02:29:17
Rating: 5
Comment: Loved the sushi from here.We tookAvocado peanut maki roll and Philadelphia roll. Little expensive but worth it.

Name: J***** A****
Date: 2021-04-20 10:53:00
Rating: 5
Comment: I chose this Sushi spot because of the reviews and the location. So initially I took an Uber from my hotel to get to another sushi spot that closed at 3pm. I get there @ 2:48pm and theyre already closed. So then I searched again and much to my surprise theres a better rated sushi spot right next door to my hotel. Their reviews were much better, their sushi is pretty good, & theyre right next door!!!

Name: F******* G*****
Date: 2021-03-30 03:29:32
Rating: 4
Comment: The food was mediocre, but thinking of the price, I think it was decent. If you are trying to find fancy japanese, you can go elsewhere. But for a quick meal, this place is not bad for the price!
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Name: R**** M***
Date: 2021-03-28 20:24:07
Rating: 5
Comment: PERFECT FOOD, and perfect, perfect everything! I recommend!!

Name: R****** K
Date: 2021-03-17 13:18:56
Rating: 5
Comment: One of the BEST Japanese restaurants in NYC! Amazing menu options and great taste at a good price.To top it off - the Staff is extremely respectful and courteous. I’ve placed numerous phone orders and the host is always informative with the up-most patience.Thank you for such outstanding service.

Name: P******* F******
Date: 2021-02-16 02:09:22
Rating: 5
Comment: This is one of the best Japanese restaurants I’ve ever been to. Small and unassuming but excellent food. Even their outdoor seating on the sidewalk is good. Highly recommend!

Name: F******** R********
Date: 2021-01-30 00:34:41
Rating: 4
Comment: Excellent japanese food.

Name: S***** K
Date: 2021-01-05 04:48:08
Rating: 5
Comment: The absolute best! Everything I’ve ordered from them so far was amazing but I still have lots to try 😋 the deliver pretty late most days which is a big plus.

Name: R** R***
Date: 2021-01-04 01:00:51
Rating: 5
Comment: Just got a salmon bento box from Raku. The food was delicious and the portions were huge. Whole meal was only $23. Usually for a bento box you think maybe 2 or 3 pieces of sushi 2 or 3 gyoza and a medium size piece of fish. Not here. A full order of Gyoza and sushi and a massive piece of salmon. Everything tasted fresh and the salmon was perfectly cooked. Good price for a quality dinner in the city.
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Name: D***** F
Date: 2020-12-18 02:22:52
Rating: 5
Comment: Bento box salmon was excellent! Fast service, friendly staff. Heading there for lunch tomorrow.

Name: D***** G******
Date: 2020-12-03 16:55:33
Rating: 5
Comment: Amazing sushi and other Japanese favorites. Don’t miss out on this place!

Name: J*** N
Date: 2020-10-27 13:03:46
Rating: 5
Comment: Love this place ❤️

Name: N****** S*******
Date: 2020-10-26 03:06:17
Rating: 5
Comment: Excellent, fresh and well priced. Service with a smile.

Name: A***
Date: 2020-10-22 05:20:51
Rating: 5
Comment: Excellent food excellent service A+

Name: S**** M**** A**
Date: 2020-08-29 06:13:26
Rating: 5
Comment: Nice service, yummy sushi

Name: L** A********
Date: 2020-08-08 17:21:00
Rating: 5
Comment: Food was great

Name: H*****
Date: 2020-07-11 02:45:46
Rating: 5
Comment: Poppers are great!

Name: M**** W**
Date: 2020-07-09 04:27:14
Rating: 5
Comment: Excellent fresh sushi 🍣

Name: M***** P***
Date: 2020-03-10 13:43:24
Rating: 5
Comment: Great service, excellent fish and rolls and a ‘wow’ tempura green tea ice cream!! Check it out!!

Name: N** D****
Date: 2020-03-08 22:11:32
Rating: 5
Comment: Great price great service ! Would recommend to anyone looking for good Japanese ! Ramen, sushi, etc !

Name: D*** S
Date: 2020-02-27 03:53:17
Rating: 5
Comment: The price is really good for what you get! Must get the sashimi sushi combo for $25. Fish is thick and fresh the cut is not amazing but for the price it’s good. Definitely will fill you up. No frills easy grub. Nothing fancy.

Name: m***** d***** m******
Date: 2020-02-18 20:28:58
Rating: 5
Comment: We loved it, party of three, ordered ramen, age tofu, gyoza and rolls, everyrhing just perfect.

Name: C********** O******
Date: 2020-02-16 00:02:29
Rating: 5
Comment: Great spot. Great food. Great service.
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Name: s*** 1**
Date: 2020-02-11 18:53:20
Rating: 5
Comment: Love this place. They have a great bento box that I always get! Always great sushi. They make it fresh in front of you. Enjoyed appetizers and three sushi plates. All were excellent.

Name: A**** W***
Date: 2020-02-06 04:32:49
Rating: 5
Comment: HIDDEN GEM! This place is a good spot for a quick, casual bite and worth the money! Love the lunch special and the dinner option. You cant go wrong with any of the rolls. The ramen is amazing as well! Check in get free edamame

Name: V**** J******
Date: 2020-02-04 17:25:18
Rating: 5
Comment: Hidden gem!! We found this spot around noon and they provide us great sushi and fresh meal! Thank you!