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Okonomi

Okonomi

Japanese Restaurant and Noodle Restaurant$$$$
East Williamsburg, Brooklyn
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    cynthia w.
    "The Japanese breakfast is a beautiful little exercise in simplicity."(31 Tips)
    Jess N.
    "Come back for the omakase and ramen!"(4 Tips)
    Jeremy W.
    "Absolutely fantastic and authentic Japanese fare."(5 Tips)
    Virginia N.
    "Breakfast set is perfectly balanced- light yet hearty,..."(5 Tips)
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  • Linda C.
    Linda ChowJune 26, 2015
    One of my favorites in all of NYC! Great, fresh and healthy authentic Japanese food. Super cozy. Waiting time can be very long.
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    Zachary YostJanuary 19, 2016
    They were happy to make a vegetarian soup option during their breakfast set for me. Very happy.
  • Drew 5.
    Drew 5August 12, 2016
    everything's sushi in nyc. people who grew up with the real real variety of authentic Japanese food will appreciate this place
  • Semih D.
    Semih DuruMay 10, 2019
    Very authentic and cosy place. Especially the spicy tuna is to die for.
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    Burak BekdemirNovember 14, 2017
    Spanish mackerel sashimi was amazing. Ramen is made with fish broth, which might be my new favorite broth.
  • Bin Y.heart icon on user image
    Bin YangJuly 20, 2015
    Sustainable seafood makes the best food. Don't skimp on that poached egg for lunch.
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    JadeApril 6, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    Super authentic, clean Japanese cuisine. Come for breakfast or ramen on weekdays. Weekend evenings omakase only.
  • Zayed K.
    Zayed KhanMarch 22, 2015
    Long wait times. But a fairly unique brunch/breakfast experience for NY. Understated elegance of the plating is gorgeous, and makes the food that much more enticing.
  • Leigh Q.
    Leigh QuindaraMay 14, 2015
    This place is simply amazing. A curated meal, wonderfully described and presented, and absolutely delicious.
  • Eater
    EaterJune 6, 2014
    Chef Yuji is serving a set menu, which includes a simple assortment of fish, vegetables, rice, and soup for just $9. He will expand the menu to include ramen, street food, and omakase tastings. Read more
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    Sujan HongApril 5, 2016
    Warning: if you're dining solo they'll make you wait for a seat at the bar even if the tables are free.
  • Madeline M.heart icon on user image
    Madeline McDavidJanuary 31, 2016
    Traditional Japanese breakfast is the best thing ever. Don't skip out on the poached egg with sea urchin.
  • Toshiaki O.heart icon on user image
    Toshiaki OzawaDecember 9, 2017
    Place is a gem. George takes great care of everyone. Food and sake are amazing!
  • Andy T.heart icon on user image
    Andy TaoMarch 22, 2015
    Spread the poached egg and sea urchin over your rice. It's the Japanese way.
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    PeterNovember 23, 2014
    Breakfast set is killer.
  • Ellis H.heart icon on user image
    Ellis HamburgerMay 23, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    The best $9.80 you ever spent on lunch. All your food groups in one place!
  • Vlad
    VladMay 5, 2018
    It’s a fancy, but proper Japanese breakfast. Add an egg over your rice.
  • Ingvild M.heart icon on user image
    Ingvild M. PlosivDecember 3, 2014
    Lunch menu was absolutely great. Loved the tea.
  • Jeremy W.heart icon on user image
    Jeremy WJune 8, 2018
    Absolutely fantastic and authentic Japanese fare. Well worth the wait.
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    JohannaJanuary 20, 2015
    If they're on the menu: the oyster chowder and surf & turf ramen are delicious.
  • Stewart C.heart icon on user image
    Stewart CampbellAugust 13, 2018
    Everything is good here. Most unique offering is their Japanese-style breakfast.
  • Tani Y.
    Tani YeeDecember 9, 2014
    Put your name in and wait at the blind barber coffee shop at the corner! They have beer there too
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    DavidAugust 14, 2016
    Absolutely incredible Japanese breakfast. The poached egg is a must.
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    CITY GRITNovember 11, 2014
    One of the best deals in town! And even better when you get there in time for breakfast!
  • Peter W.heart icon on user image
    Peter WuDecember 14, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Come for the Japanese Breakfast! Get the poached egg over sea urchin!
  • Mads-Emil L.heart icon on user image
    Mads-Emil LarsenSeptember 13, 2019
    It’s a must visit if you any way like Japanese food.
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    DaniellaNovember 5, 2017
    One of my favorite meals and only $30
  • Stan T.heart icon on user image
    Stan TranFebruary 4, 2018
    Exquisitely prepared traditional Japanese breakfast - very instaworthy
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    Anjuli TheresaNovember 24, 2018
    Breakfast is even for vegetarians a simple and delicious little feast!
  • Scott I.
    Scott InglesFebruary 4, 2016
    Add the onsen egg for a few extra bucks, then break it open over the delicious rice
  • leo k.
    leo kyivOctober 31, 2019
    simply delicious
  • WEI W.heart icon on user image
    WEI WEIJune 22, 2015
    Had a shio ramen with sashimi here. Very unusual. Tastes delightful
  • Sahil K.heart icon on user image
    Sahil KathawalaJanuary 25, 2016
    their brunch is one of the most beautiful meals I've ever eaten
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    TeaOctober 6, 2016
    Cozy atmosphere, sweet staff and best tuna ramen!
  • Rami H.
    Rami Haykal-ManningNovember 25, 2017
    Japanese salmon breakfast was great, add uni when asked
  • Curtis R.heart icon on user image
    Curtis RobertsonAugust 23, 2014
    Everything was extremely delicious. This is my new favorite place! Really!
  • Sam G.heart icon on user image
    Sam GilJuly 15, 2019
    Nice experience happy to have gone but still not worth going back based on price vs. what the small bites are that you get.
  • cynthia w.heart icon on user image
    cynthia wangAugust 7, 2014
    The Japanese breakfast is a beautiful little exercise in simplicity.
  • Emmett D.heart icon on user image
    Emmett DziezaAugust 22, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    They are going to start serving ramen from 11am-11pm on Mondays and Tuesdays!
  • A F.heart icon on user image
    A FAugust 7, 2014
    Light and balanced Japanese breakfast in tiny and homey environs.
  • Samuel N.heart icon on user image
    Samuel NgahaneNovember 29, 2014
    Really good quality food, amazing spot and dope music.
  • Victor C.heart icon on user image
    Victor C.February 25, 2017
    Went for their japanese breakfast. I was a bit disappointed by the overall taste of the food. Not bad but I was missing something.
  • Dustin L.heart icon on user image
    Dustin LeeAugust 2, 2019
    It's really, really good, but the price has gone through the roof and it gets hard to justify the $32+tax price tag
  • Brian C.heart icon on user image
    Brian ClancySeptember 14, 2014
    The signature dish is sea urchin ramen and apparently it's back for the fall starting tmrw
  • Chris S.heart icon on user image
    Chris SsentongoJune 17, 2018
    10/10 Japanese breakfast for life!
  • Cathy Z.heart icon on user image
    Cathy ZhangJuly 11, 2015
    Japanese style breakfast is always worth it
  • Zhenshuo F.heart icon on user image
    Zhenshuo FangApril 23, 2017
    I don't know who said it was cheap, our set was $30 plus the $17 uni = $50 per person... food was great tho.
  • Carmen R.heart icon on user image
    Carmen RodriguezApril 1, 2016
    The Ika Ika is great and so is the sashimi!
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    Laurea de OcampoMarch 31, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    Portal to Japan. Peaceful, intimate & delicious.
  • Kirill K.heart icon on user image
    Kirill KoganDecember 1, 2017
    Omakase is delicious w/a casual vibe
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