Reliable Japanese teishoku chain. Great for lunch, dinner, or kid-friendly meals. Try the katsu curry or matcha anmitsu!
This Japanese restaurant offers a traditional teishoku (set meal) experience, drawing from a chain originating in Japan. It's frequently recommended for its reliable quality and diverse menu, suitable for various occasions from quick lunches to family outings. While generally well-regarded, some find the US prices higher compared to Japan, and one commenter noted a decline in quality for certain items.
This restaurant specializes in Japanese cuisine, particularly known for its teishoku (set meals). It's frequently recommended for dishes like katsu curry and matcha anmitsu. While generally praised, one comment suggested the quality in the US is not as good as in Japan and the prices are higher.
"Customers frequently recommend the katsu curry and the matcha anmitsu. The onigiri is also mentioned as a good lunch option."
Customers generally find this Japanese restaurant to be a reliable and good option, with frequent recommendations for various dishes and occasions. Some note that prices in the US are higher than in Japan.
Important Note
Some users feel the prices in the US are significantly higher than in Japan, and one commenter noted a potential decrease in quality compared to its Japanese counterparts.
"Ootoya is recommended for its simple meals featuring fresh fish, vegetables, and rice, emphasizing an unadorned preparation style."
Positive"This user recommended Ootoya for sushi and other Japanese food."
Positive"Ootoya is mentioned as another dining option that is conveniently located closer to Times Square."
Positive"Ootoya is suggested as a potential restaurant choice."
Positive"Ootoya at Bryant Park is highly recommended for dining with children, particularly for its cute airplane bento box. While the commenter hasn't tried the sushi, they can vouch for the quality of other dishes on the menu."
Positive"Ootoya is suggested as a fun and tasty dining option near the theater."
Positive"The original poster confirmed that Ootoya is a perfect fit for their needs, as they do not drink alcohol."
Positive"The commenter suggested Ootoya as a nice option within the specified budget, noting that it does not serve alcohol."
Positive"Ootoya is recommended for its sizzling miso katsu curry."
Positive"Ootoya is recommended as a place for katsu curry."
Positive"Ootoya in Times Square is recommended for katsu curry."
Positive"Ootoya is on the author's shortened regular rotation for dining out."
Positive"The commenter found Ootoya to be an excellent suggestion for a quiet restaurant, comparing its ambiance to a library."
Positive"Ootoya was recommended as a restaurant option for someone seeking brunch spots in NYC."
Neutral"The onigiri stand at Ootoya offers two onigiri for around $11, which is a decent amount of food."
Positive"Ootoya is recommended as a reliable choice that fits within the user's budget."
Positive"A user considers Ootoya a viable option when forced to eat in the Times Square area, such as for a work meeting or before a show."
Neutral"Ootoya is mentioned as another restaurant where pressed sushi has been seen."
Neutral"Ootoya is recommended for Japanese cuisine."
Neutral"Ootoya's quality is worse in Japan but cheaper."
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