TLDR
Authentic, affordable Japanese izakaya gems near Times Square. Known for quality katsu, donburi, and reasonably priced drinks.
Details
A go-to izakaya for authentic, reasonably priced Japanese fare that frequently appears on local recommendation lists [3]. This spot is highly regarded for its casual atmosphere and quality dishes like katsu and gyudon [3], [7], [15]. Conveniently located near major hubs like Times Square and Carnegie Hall, it serves as a reliable pre-theater or casual dining option [5], [6], [13].
Caveats
While the restaurant is widely praised, at least one visitor noted they have not personally tried the ramen despite vouching for the quality of other menu items [15].
Reddit Opinions & Reviews
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From post: Decently Priced Lunch Options Around Rockefeller
"Offers $13 oyakodon."
PositiveFrom post: Wheres The Good Food In Midtown Thats Not 50 And
"Listed as a recommended spot."
PositiveFrom post: Anywhere I Can Find Authentic Japanese Tamagotchi
"The commenter notes that this restaurant is a common place to find donburi."
NeutralFrom post: Japanese Style Bars With Cheap Drinks In The City
"Donburiya offers highballs and other drinks for the same price as a large Asahi beer, around $12."
PositiveFrom post: Where To Find Cheap Highball Sodas Like In Japan
"This commenter expressed their strong liking for Donburi-ya, describing it as a fun spot."
PositiveFrom post: Where To Find Cheap Highball Sodas Like In Japan
"In response to a comment about Donburi-ya, this user expressed love for the restaurant and inquired about other favorite Japanese-owned NYC restaurants."
PositiveFrom post: Where To Find Cheap Highball Sodas Like In Japan
"This commenter mentioned that Donburi-ya has Japanese highballs for the same price as a large Asahi or Sapporo, around $12."
PositiveFrom post: Something Easy Lunch Or Dinner For 2 Demoralized
"Donburiya is recommended."
PositiveFrom post: Ochazuke At Izakaya Fuku Was So Comforting
"This commenter used to frequently order Ochazuke at Donburiya when they worked in the vicinity."
NeutralFrom post: Pretheater Ramen
"This user has not tried the ramen at Donburi-ya but vouches for the quality of other dishes, noting they are excellent and reasonably priced, with a no-tipping policy."
PositiveFrom post: Pretheater Ramen
"This user recommended Donburi-ya, specifying its location at 55th and 8th."
NeutralFrom post: Times Square Recs Food Services Etc
"Donburiya was listed among several other restaurants as a good place to eat near Times Square."
PositiveFrom post: Japanese Restaurant Recommendations
"Donburiya is recommended for katsu."
PositiveFrom post: Seeking Preconcert Dinner Recommendations Prefer
"This restaurant is a short 5-minute walk from Carnegie Hall."
NeutralFrom post: Restaurant Near Hudson Theater
"The user is looking for a fun, not too fancy restaurant for an early dinner near the Hudson Theater, within a 10-15 minute walk."
NeutralFrom post: Good Ramen Near Broadway Theaters
"The commenter adds Donburiya to the list of recommendations."
PositiveFrom post: Restaurants Like Matsuya
"This commenter simply recommended Donburiya."
PositiveFrom post: Restaurants Like Matsuya
"This commenter suggested Donburiya as a place that serves a decent gyudon, in response to a user asking for recommendations similar to Matsuya."
PositiveFrom post: Recs Near Carnegie Hall
"Donburiya was listed as a dining option within a 10-15 minute walk from Carnegie Hall."
NeutralFrom post: Places To Eat Close To Time Square Not Super
"Donburiya is listed as a recommended restaurant that is a 10-15 minute walk from Times Square."
Positive