Japonica

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About Japonica

Established in 1978, Japonica has become a very well knwn and popular local landmark. Frequently mentioned in the New York press as being "the place to go" for Japanese cuisine, New Yorkers will tell you that the "best sushi in town" is to be found at Japonica. The authentic Japanese decor, knwledgeable staff and artistically presented menu items highlight all that is good about this Village institution. Reservations: Single or double, first come, first served. nrmally n same day reservations. For 3 or more, please call or use this service to advise us of the time of your arrival.

Quick Facts

Cuisine: Japanese
Accepts Credit Card: N/A
Parking: N/A

Atmosphere: N/A
Take Reservations: N/A
Serves Alcohol: N/A
Smoking Allowed:No

User Reviews for Japonica

food		“...after reading number of reviews, my experience wasn't any better. staff was rude, food wasn't ill prepare, rush... “... There are so many, equally priced, over the top sushi restaurants in the Union Sq neighborhood, like Sushi Samba, or Japonais that focus on the presentation and not the food... “...food & service was excellent but the atmosphere could use an update.... “...As stated in my check in.... “...The food was excellent, they had a wide variety of dishes enough to satisfy even the pickiest palate. The view is wonderful, the restaurant itself is g... “...Excellent sushi in central village....
ambiance		“...I just don't get why this place seems to be well regarded ? Overpriced food is the order of the day. $ 3... “...This still remains one of the best Sushi places in NYC. Money aside...
service		“... If you're looking for an amazing meal, with amazing service in a completely unpretentious atmosphere and the price is not an issue, than this is your place... “... There lunch special menu is quite creative and a surprise from the ordinary Japanese lunch menu. service... “... The view is wonderful, the restaurant itself is gorgeous. The service is great... “...Have been going back to them time and time again bc noone else compares...
value		“...someone please explain to me why this resturant is so expensive? decor was poor, seating was uncomfortable, food was ok, expected better for that price... “... Money aside. If you're looking for value, don't go here... “...I haven't been to the restaurant in years but it turned out to be extremely expensive and the quality of the food was fair at best. The only saving gra... “...This place has delicious, fresh sushi, but the prices are ridiculous. I think of this place as a special occasion joint rather than the neighborhood j...
sushi		“...The sushi is very good, in a nice area, the setting is very serene and low key, they give u a hot towel when u come in. Very expensive, well not the su... “...Great fresh sushi.... “... I like some sushi and sashimi, but this place is beyond the sushi, sashimi and miso soup experience. Here you can order the udons, many varieties of... “... The sweet potato tempura, edamame, . They have a wide variety of rolls including regular, sushi, sashimi, inside out, 'hand roll', roll with fish eggs...
restaurant		“... It breaks my heart to give Japonica a bad review because I've had such great meals there in the past, but I really can't recommend the restaurant in good conscience... “.... You would never serve such rice to customer at the restaurant where sashimi delax is about $40... “...This restaurant used to be special. It now feels tired, drab and no longer a destination for great sushi experiences... “....this is my favorite Japanese restaurant in NYC... “...The food was excellent, they had a wide variety of dishes enough to satisfy even the pickiest. The view is wonderful, the restaurant itself is gorgeous...
roll		“...not recommended, save money.... “... I was in a hurry and didn't check my bill - i think they charged me $30 for a miso soup and a roll - just because my friend ordered a bento box without most of the contents... “... Tried a smorgasboard of things: 1 - Sushi, really good from regulars like spicy crunchy tuna to the Alaskan king crab roll ($24 but with real meaty chunks of king crab YUM) 2 - Hamachi Kama, fried cod, sooo delish and moist, not dry like some places that fry fish...