Jewish-Japanese fusion like you've never had before! Think matzo ball ramen, toro tartare on challah, and Wagyu pastrami.
This small, creative restaurant in South Williamsburg offers a unique culinary experience by blending Japanese and Ashkenazi Jewish traditions. While not all dishes are fusion, many cleverly combine elements from both cuisines, such as matzoh ball ramen and a lox bowl with Japanese influences. Standout items include toro tartare on challah and a Wagyu pastrami sandwich, with chocolate-banana challah bread pudding a must-try dessert.
This restaurant excels at blending Japanese and Jewish culinary traditions, offering unique dishes like matzo ball ramen and toro tartare on challah. Customers consistently praise the creative flavor combinations and specific items like the Wagyu pastrami sandwich and chocolate-banana challah bread pudding. The pickles are also noted as being delicious.
"The matzo ball ramen is frequently praised as 'awesome,' and the pickles are noted as being delicious. Other recommended items include the toro tartare on challah and the Wagyu pastrami sandwich."
Customers rave about the unique and delicious fusion cuisine, highlighting creative dishes and a great atmosphere. The service is also noted as being excellent.
"Suggested Shalom Japan as a unique option for the visitor, noting fewer Jewish food spots on the West Coast."
Neutral"This commenter stated that Shalom Japan in Williamsburg makes delicious pickles."
Positive"Shalom Japan is recommended as a dining option."
Positive"Shalom Japan offers a 'Jew Egg' which is a Scotch egg wrapped in falafel."
Neutral"Shalom Japan in Williamsburg was suggested as a restaurant that might have a private dining area."
Positive"The user confirms that the tasting menu at Shalom Japan is very good and provides a large amount of food."
Positive"This comment suggests Shalom Japan for a "twist" on traditional Jewish food."
Positive"The user tried Shalom Japan and found that ordering à la carte allowed them to leave full for approximately $100 before tip, even though they didn't opt for the tasting menu which is for 4+ people at $75 each."
Positive"Shalom Japan is recommended."
Positive"Shalom Japan was included in a list of potential spots."
Positive"Shalom Japan consistently offers a cute holiday menu that includes a honey apple dessert."
Positive"Shalom Japan is considered an awesome restaurant."
Positive"Shalom Japan in Williamsburg is a great Jewish-Japanese kosher-style place and is recommended."
Positive"This user recommended Shalom Japan, describing it as a Jewish Japanese fusion restaurant."
Neutral"Shalom Japan was recommended for its matza ball ramen."
Positive"Shalom Japan is recommended for its unique Jewish-Japanese fusion cuisine."
Positive"The commenter finds Shalom Japan to be a unique and delicious restaurant."
Positive"In a follow-up to their earlier praise, the author adds that Shalom Japan is a 'nice spot' with 'great service and atmosphere'."
Positive"Responding to a description of Shalom Japan (a Japanese-Jewish fusion restaurant), the author expresses that the concept 'sounds so cool'."
Positive"The author states they are a big fan of Shalom Japan, a Japanese-Jewish fusion restaurant in NYC. They highlight the 'matzo ball ramen' as being 'awesome'."
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