Vibrant Japanese izakaya w/ extensive menu & fusion options. Favored for authentic flavors, great prices & lively scene.
This Japanese izakaya offers a vibrant atmosphere and an extensive menu, making it a popular choice for those seeking authentic Japanese flavors. With dishes like grilled mackerel, yakisoba, and okonomiyaki, it provides a taste of Japan in NYC. The restaurant is praised for its reasonable prices and fusion options, making it a versatile spot for casual lunches, group dinners, or late-night bites.
This Japanese izakaya offers a wide variety of dishes, with specific mentions of grilled mackerel, yakisoba, and okonomiyaki. The menu also includes fusion options, and customers seem to appreciate the overall quality and affordability. One specific dish, the softshell crab roll, is highlighted as a favorite.
"Specific dishes recommended include the softshell crab roll, grilled mackerel, yakisoba, and okonomiyaki. The restaurant is also noted for its fusion options and its popular 'frozen beer'."
Customers generally have a positive sentiment, often recommending the restaurant for its good food, lively atmosphere, and reasonable prices. It's frequently cited as a go-to spot for Japanese izakaya fare.
Important Note
One user speculated that many izakayas might reheat okonomiyaki from frozen due to practicality in a busy NYC kitchen.
"This commenter found Izakaya MEW to be pretty good in terms of both taste and price for okonomiyaki, describing it as a solid general spot. They also speculated that many izakayas might reheat okonomiyaki from frozen due to practicality in a busy NYC kitchen."
Positive"Izakaya Mew is listed as a dining option near Penn Station."
Positive"Izakaya Mew is mentioned as being open for lunch."
Positive"This user loves Izakaya MEW, calling it their favorite Japanese restaurant in the two-dollar-sign price range."
Positive"Mew, an Izakaya, is mentioned as a place that typically includes yakitori on its menu. It's grouped with other casual skewer options."
Positive"This user states that the grilled mackerel at Izakaya Mew is quite nice."
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Neutral"This izakaya is recommended among other good suggestions."
Positive"This izakaya is recommended for those missing Japan."
Positive"This Japanese restaurant is mentioned as a place that reminds the author of places they've been to in Tokyo."
Positive"Izakaya Mew was mentioned alongside Max Brenner as a classic option for a birthday dinner."
Positive"The original poster mentioned Izkaya Mew as a good option that is walkable from their location, indicating a positive past experience."
Positive"Izakaya Mew is considered a great option near the Empire State Building."
Positive"The commenter suggested Izakaya Mew as a potential option for a relaxing meal near Penn Station, asking for clarification on the budget."
Neutral"This Japanese izakaya is located on 35th between 5th and 6th and offers food that is not typically found in suburban areas."
Positive"The softshell crab roll at Izakaya MEW is highlighted as a favorite."
Positive"Izakaya Mew is suggested as a fun lunch spot that would fit within the user's budget."
Positive"This user suggested Izakaya Mew as a restaurant where one can find Japanese dishes like yakisoba and okonomiyaki."
Neutral"This user recommends izakaya MEW as a suitable choice for the group dinner."
Positive"Izakaya Mew is listed as one of several recommended Japanese Izakaya options."
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