Sakagura - New York

This place’s best quality is the ambiance! Hidden away, it opens up as a speakeasy. We had a great time here but would have liked a bit more of guidance on what to order, as the dishes are truly complex and we clearly did not know what to order. The desserts are were a highlight! Would not have the onigiri again as they didn’t have a lot of the topping. The wagyu beef was insane!

I was brought by a friend to this Japanese restaurant which is located in a basement of an office building. It was dark inside. The food was delicious and had unique flavor. Especially I liked the grilled cod and lightly seared beef. They were like tapas type of small dishes. Quite spicy given the portion. The seating was tight. The table behind us was a big group with loud talking and laughing. Although the food was good, the whole dining experience was not great.

Fun, speakeasy-Japanese in midtown east. Was super busy on a Sat night. Food is tasty. Pretty impressive sake list. Team could’ve been a little more engaged. The shrimp fritters were a standout.

I came to dinner for my boyfriend 's birthday and it was our second time there (once pre-pandemic and then now). The service was great, the food was amazing, but the manager went above and beyond for us. Initially, we were sitting at a table for 4 but to accommodate us and the group of 4 that walked in, he kindly asked us to move seats. Normally when this has happened to me, I 've been told Can you move seats? but the manager instead showed superior etiquette by asking us to help them out . It seems like a small thing but it meant a lot to us that he did everything he could to maintain our comfort during our time there, even though we were moving tables mid-dinner. After we moved and finished our main course, he gave us complimentary shots for helping them accommodate more patrons. When I told him we were celebrating a birthday, he came back with a lit candle and the best sesame ice cream we 've ever tasted. We will definitely be returning to Sakagura after our wholesome experience there. Thank you!

Had to downgrade this place from before not only they increase the price on menu they also decrease in quality from the past. Decent izakays food but pricy for what it is compare to competitor (charging michelin restaurant price but not there in quality). Spotty service (said gave me 4 piece of sashimi and also key in that on bill but only had 3 pieces, I pour my own water and sake no server helped when I am sitting right at the bar) The grilled salmon was over cooked and salty. The rice ball is below average. Uni and curdo plates are the winner. Chicken was dry.