Brooklyn's hidden gem for creative Japanese Kaiseki w/ a Polish twist. Not-for-profit, proceeds fight food insecurity.
IKIGAI offers a unique Japanese Kaiseki dining experience with a playful Polish twist, crafted by a chef with a background at prestigious restaurants. This hidden gem in Brooklyn provides an intimate setting, starting in a serene tea garden before moving to an exclusive chef's counter. Beyond its culinary artistry, IKIGAI operates as a non-profit, dedicating all profits to combating food insecurity, making it a dining experience with a profound social impact.
IKIGAI serves a creative Japanese Kaiseki tasting menu with unique Polish influences. Dishes like Kobe beef, uni, and truffle preparations are highly recommended, offering a memorable culinary journey. The menu is praised for its quality and inventive combinations.
"The Kobe Beef Experience is noted as an exclusive and high-quality offering. Dishes like Okinawa Potato, Knedle-Mochi, and Takamori Wagyu Beef are also highlighted for their unique preparations and flavors."
Customers are overwhelmingly positive, praising the exceptional food, intimate atmosphere, and the restaurant's meaningful non-profit mission.
Important Note
While Ikigai can accommodate many dietary restrictions, vegan diets are an exception.
"The restaurant Ikigai states that they are able to accommodate any dietary restrictions, with the sole exception of vegan diets."
Positive"A user named "Dan_at_Ikigai" responded with a praying hands emoji, likely acknowledging the recommendation of Ikigai."
Neutral"The commenter suggests Ikigai as a recommendation that fits the budget, including taxes and tips."
Neutral"The user simply listed Ikigai as a recommendation without further details."
Neutral"The user simply listed Ikigai as a recommendation without further details."
Neutral"User described Ikigai in Fort Greene as a hidden gem; very expensive but worth it for a splurge. It offers Japanese Omakase."
Positive"Ikigai blew the author away and they still think about how amazing it was six months later."
Positive"Author listed Ikigai in Brooklyn, a non-profit Japanese kaiseki restaurant by a Polish chef, as a recommendation."
Neutral"Our Executive Chef at Ikigai, Rafal, designed the menu at Nix before he opened Ikigai. Vegetarians love his vegetarian menu"
Positive"Ikigai’s vegan tasting"
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