Delia Wu

2 weeks ago

"FOOD WAS FLAVORED REALLY WELL. I came in expecting to get mentaiko pasta and lunch specials, but ended up only purchasing the mentaiko pasta to go and ordered a lot of their Fall specials. Everything was flavored JUST right. The hokkaido uni portions are fairly hefty since the size of hokkaido uni is small so they stack them. There is a MILD bitterness to the uni, but to be quite honest havent had insanely fresh hokkaido uni ANYWHERE since before the pandemic. The bitterness was only slight, but can definitely taste the umami sweetness still. Their ikura has been marinated incredibly well. It definitely tastes like high end ikura. In fact, ALL of their dishes taste like higher end dishes. Props to the chefs for doing great prep work. We got one pot of genmaicha, one pot of hojicha, the mini omakase, sushi donburi set, two hokkaido uni a la carte, two hotate a la carte, the rice cake with matcha ice cream & red bean topping, and also a mentaiko pasta to go. The dessert was really really good, i really recommend it. Id say the mini omakase and sushi donburi were MORE THAN enough to fill us up, but we really wanted more uni and to try the hotate. The hotate was not bad and really soft, but i did prefer the hokkaido uni sushi a lot more. The really awesome thing about the sushi donburi is you can make MULTIPLE hand rolls out of it. I ordered 8 more nori sheets because i just loved making the hand rolls soooo much. There was still so much fish and rice left after all the handrolls i made. The waitress offered to finish me off with dashi broth in the rice bowl and it really gave me the confidence to finish the rest of my food despite being completely stuffed. The mixture of the sushi rice and the soup really elevated the soup because it went from a dashi broth to a whole nother soup. There was a sourness to the soup since the rice vinegar in the rice mixed with the dashi broth. If you enjoy sour food, youd REALLY love the soup. On top of the food being really good, the service was incredible. From the hospitality to the explanations to attentiveness to our table, everything was top tier. I highly recommend this place, especially if you’re looking for a DIY handroll experience. Our bill came up to over $200 for two people, but you could easily be just as satisfied with only the sushi donburi set."

Bill

3 weeks ago

"A stunning Japanese spot with high quality fish and well crafted nigiri. We started with a miso black cod and the 10-piece nigiri set, and both were exceptional. The cod was rich and umami-packed, while the nigiri featured generous high-quality cuts and perfect fish-to-rice balance, with highlights like uni, chutoro, hotate, and ikura. The Kaishi Don, loaded with chopped fatty tuna, uni, and ikura, was similarly rich and satisfying. Overall, a super memorable Japanese meal in a modern and snug space. Easily one of the best Japanese options in NYC."

K

4 weeks ago

"Super convenient to get to, even if you are staying in a different area. You can just hop on the Q train and it is only a block from the metro exit, which makes it an easy stop for dinner. I usually go to omakase places when I travel but this time I was with my family and my mom cannot eat raw fish. This spot ended up being perfect because it has something for everyone, and the seafood quality is honestly top notch. Presentation is beautiful too. I tried their seasonal menu and loved the scallops with yuzu sauce. The wagyu rice bowl was delicious as well. The staff members were nice and attentive the whole time, so that added to the experience. I really cannot complain about the food quality. I enjoyed everything I tried. The tan tan spicy ramen was good too, according to my mom. I tasted the broth and loved how well seasoned it was without leaving that salty aftertaste. Lovely. The only thing I wish were better is the bacon they use for the creamy mentaiko pasta. The flavor was good, but the bacon was not crispy, so it felt a little out of place texture-wise. Other than that, I would definitely come back. I recommend making a reservation if you have a group of four or more because the space is pretty small. If you are traveling with your family and you want your night of raw fish while your parents prefer hot food, this is the place to be. Everyone gets something they enjoy."

Eric San José

a month ago

"This is a nice Japanese Restaurant serving Prospect Heights and the adjacent areas of Brooklyn. Clean facilities. Nicely decorated. The specialty menu items are the star ⭐️. Staff is not Japanese, but they are very friendly. Reasonably priced. Card payments are accepted. Great place if you want try something new. We will definitely be going back."

Laura Kagan

2 months ago

"Ozakaya is an absolute gem! The ambience is stunning: dimly lit and beautifully designed, making it the perfect spot for birthdays, dates, or intimate gatherings with friends and loved ones. The food is phenomenal; each dish somehow tops the last, and you can tell real care goes into the flavors and presentation. Service is equally impressive. Everyone was attentive, warm, and knowledgeable. Truly one of those places where the overall experience makes you want to come back again and again. Already planning my next visit!"