Intimate Japanese dining w/ kaiseki-inspired menu. Famed for fat rolled sushi & seasonal dishes.
This Japanese restaurant offers a stylish and intimate dining experience with a focus on seasonality and tradition. Guests can opt for seating in a narrow dining room or at an omakase counter. The menu, inspired by kaiseki, features beautifully presented dishes highlighting fresh ingredients.
The cuisine is Japanese, with a focus on seasonal ingredients and traditional kaiseki-inspired dishes. The 'fat rolled sushi' is a highlight, noted for its generous fillings. Some users have mentioned specific dishes like onigiri and matsutake gohan, though availability might be limited. Overall, the food is appreciated for its quality and presentation, though one reviewer felt it might not meet expectations for a high-end anniversary dinner.
"The 'fat rolled sushi' is a standout dish, noted for its generous fillings. The restaurant also offers kaiseki-inspired meals and seasonal specialties."
Customers generally have positive feedback, with some noting it as a regular dining spot. However, opinions vary, with one user finding it not exceptional for a special occasion.
Important Note
The restaurant may have stopped its lunch service. Some dishes like onigiri or matsutake gohan might have limited availability, potentially being catering/event-only. One reviewer found it underwhelming for a high-end anniversary celebration.
"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."
Positive"Towa but I think they stopped their lunch service."
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