Established Japanese spot w/ great sushi & donabe gohan. Omakase potential, though lunch service may be gone.
This Japanese restaurant is a long-standing establishment in NYC, known for its fresh sushi and traditional offerings. While it was once celebrated for its lunch service, that may no longer be available. It's also been noted as a potential spot for omakase and is praised for its donabe gohan, with a possibility of a la carte matsutake gohan being available.
The restaurant is primarily recognized for its Japanese cuisine, especially its sushi and donabe gohan. One user highlighted an excellent shoyu style ramen with tender pork and a balanced broth during a collaboration event. While some find the onigiri to be exceptional, availability might be limited to catering. There are also mentions of omakase and the potential for matsutake gohan a la carte.
"The restaurant is noted for its sushi and donabe gohan. A collaboration event featured standout dishes including cold ramen and lean tuna nigiri, as well as an outstanding shoyu style ramen."
Overall, customer sentiment leans positive with mentions of fresh sushi and quality dishes. However, some feel it may not be 'high-end' enough for special occasions and mixed reviews exist.
Important Note
Lunch service may no longer be available. Some diners found the restaurant not 'high-end' enough for special occasions.
"Towa is mentioned as being slightly above the specified price range but very good."
Positive"The author attended a 4-night collaboration event and was very pleased with the 6-course meal. Standout dishes included the cold ramen and lean tuna nigiri, as well as an outstanding shoyu style ramen with a balanced broth and tender pork. The sake pairings and cherry blossom panna cotta were also highlights."
Positive"This commenter recommends checking out Towa, describing it as one of the oldest sushi shops in NYC."
Positive"This user mentioned hearing mixed things about Towa."
Neutral"This user felt Towa was not 'high end' or exceptional for an anniversary, suggesting it might be underwhelming depending on palate and familiarity with Japanese food."
Negative"The user suggested Towa as a place where matsutake gohan might be available a la carte, as they have donabe gohan on their menu."
Neutral"Towa is on the author's shortened regular rotation for dining out."
Positive"Towa was mentioned as a restaurant that offers delivery for upscale dining."
Positive"Towa is suggested as a restaurant option."
Neutral"A user suggests "Towa" as an omakase restaurant."
Neutral"Says Oyamada had the absolute best onigiri but they seem to only be available for catering/events now."
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