Trattoria Nakamura-Ya

Quick Summary:- Unique pasta dishes- Line might form due to the small seating count- Portions are perfect- Entered hungry, left contentWe visited this restaurant in early January and had a good food experience. When we arrived, it just opened their doors and there were still some open, unreserved seats to take. We ordered the bruschetta and focused on the pasta section this round. I ordered the carbonara with mentaiko roe (I love mentaiko). I liked the different toppings on each of the bruschetta toasts). The wasabi one had a good punch, but it wasn't too strong that its spiciness shot through the airways. One of them contained fish, and that could be a bit fishy for some who do not handle eating fish.After eating the appetizers then the pasta dishes appeared at once, so everyone got their dish. I recall spending a lot of time examining the menu and having a hard time deciding what to choose because all of them sounded new and so tasty. The one I decided on taste really good! I love carbonara and I like making them at home. Compared to the typical carbonara, the broth is lighter and not thick. All of the pastas come in a bowl, rather than a flat plate. I gave myself a smile because I couldn't figure out if I wanted to eat this with chopsticks or a fork (I chose the fork). I enjoyed the flavors from this carbonara. The gentle spicy kick of the mentaiko roe balanced out the fatty pork.Overall I enjoyed it so much. If I visit Las Vegas again, I would like to come by here and try their other dishes.

Nakamura has been one of my favorite spots in town for a while, and if you're looking for authentic Japanese restaurants, this complex is the place to be. It's filled with hidden gems, and Nakamura stands out, especially if you love Japanese-style Italian dishes.They recently started serving a healthy risotto, and I tried it today -- absolutely delicious, with scallop and uni adding such a rich flavor. Their chicken and steak are also always tender and juicy, cooked just right. Service is also great, and I was served by a Japanese waitress, which adds to the authentic experience. Whether you're craving something hearty or something lighter, Nakamura always delivers with that authentic Japanese touch.

This was such an interesting concept of Italian and Japanese fusion and indeed it was fusion! The ambiance is like a little Italian shop with an asian flair. The service was good with one server and one busser. They made a great and efficient team. Here is what we ordered: 1. Wagyu A5 Carpaccio: (Small): this was nice and light. The meat was nice and tender and had such a great finish. The arugula was a delish peppery topper. 2. Miso Carbonara: the miso soup with the carbonara fusion was a match made in heaven. The broth was full of umami flavor and the butter and bread combo was chef's kiss. 3. Uni Tomato Cream: I'm not a huge fan of uni, but this tomato cream sauce helped to tone down the fishiness. The sauce was a little loose for my liking and wished it was a bit thicker. But great flavor. Dessert we ultimately had to go with the trio: 1. Black Sesame: had a lovely sesame flavor, however the texture was a but different. It was like a mix of jello and pudding. 2. Soy Milk Panna Cotta: the brown sugar sauce was delightful. The panna cotta itself was amazing and it was by far our favorite3. Tiramisu: a lot of places have different versions. For this fusion place I wish they did a black sesame version instead of just a plain Italian tiramisu! but it was good. Overall such a great and interesting concept! A little bit pricey, but definitely worth a try

Be still my heart. TRATTORIA NAKAMURA-YA located in Chinatown, Las Vegas, is a hidden gem serving Tokyo-style Italian. There are usually only two Japanese chefs in the kitchen, while servers are standing by for assistance. I've been dining here for years! No more gate keeping. It's time to share all of the things that make this restaurant special.A few of my absolute favorites are: Grilled Kurobuta Sausage, Calamari, Green Salad w/ Miso dressing, Uni Tomato Cream Sauce, Spaghetti Wafu Miso Carbonara, and Kinoko Meat Cream Sauce. Fresh and delicious!! Light yet flavorful. Homemade gourmet. You must finish off with the Tiramisu, it's heavenly!!Eating Italian food in Japan was our 2nd favorite cuisine when we once lived in Yokosuka; Trattoria Nakamura-Ya brings back fond memories of our favorite Italian restaurants at nearby More's City, Daiei Mall and of course, Tokyo. This is comfort food for me. Chef's kiss!!The interior is cozy and intimate. Walk-Ins are welcome but often times large parties are dining in. Therefore, I highly recommend making a reservation in advance.The small shopping center has a parking lot, with direct access to the restaurant. But, it can get quite busy due to the yummy Japanese eateries altogether. We usually park on the side street.Hope you enjoy dining at Trattoria Nakamura-Ya much as our family does!

Made a reservation for a Monday at 5pm since we were coming from out of town and was afraid it would get busy. Didn't need the reservation at all though.We tried a number of dishes and everything was well presented and tasty, but I wasn't especially blown away by any dishes.The scallops in my uni tomato cream linguini was fresh and cooked perfectly tender, but the pasta itself was a bit too salty. The set meal salad with giner dressing was a bit over sauced so that was very salty as well. The green mussels in escargot style was nice with three different sauces, and everyone had different favorite sauces, but I thought it was a bit salty as well. I just felt like everything was a bit over salted.The service was very attentive and they brought us extra toasted bread for the escargot mussels when requested, and kept our water glasses filled.The quality of the food was very good, but maybe just need to go easier on the salt. I wouldn't mind coming back to try more of their japanese pastas

Made a reservation due to low amounts of seating and the staff was so accommodating that they let us be seated 30 mins earlier than the agreed upon time despite it being a busy Saturday night. The staff was absolutely phenomenal with refilling glasses before they were even half empty and very polite. The food was outstanding as this was my first fusion experience in Las Vegas. It is romantic without being very secluded and the music is subtle enough for conversations to be had but loud enough to enjoy silence.

We wanted to love this place...BUTFirst impressions count --- Four of us came at precisely 5 pm on Wednesday night, and the hostess/server wanted to know if we had reservations. We didn't think it would be necessary at that time on a weekday. Regardless, it seemed like she was reluctant to let us in in spite of us waiting in the sun. And for the record, there was no one else at the restaurant when we arrived. And even after we left, there were empty tables. Granted they had customers come in later, regardless, it wasnt a full house. We ordered three appetizers.*The fried oysters, although delicious, was not outstanding. Nothing about it was original or exceptional.*The baby octopus was so chewy, but the tartar sauce made up for it.*Their bruschetta Nakamura style (three baguettes with three different toppings: tuna/spicy cod/roe, octopus/avocado/wasabi, and anchovy oil topped with mozzarella cheese. These toppings were quite imaginative and tasty. We're glad we ordered it.The specialty of the evening was sea bass. All of us like sea bass and ended ordering the same thing. The chef must have had an off-night because the sea bass tasted like it was frozen, and then it was overcooked. It didn't have that buttery soft taste even though It was floating on a thin layer of melted butter and garnished with kale chips and small tomatoes.We also asked if we can have a small side dish of spaghetti so that we can try it. And we were told they only serve regular sized dishes. Good grief --- it's not like we weren't going to pay for a side dish. And this being an Italian-Japanese restaurant, surely they have lots of it!We also selected the dessert sampler. The panna cotta and the tiramisu hit the right notes, but we weren't enthralled with black sesame blackmange which is like their version of a Japanese pudding.Finally, although our server was cordial enough, she wasn't that attentive. She delivered the food, but never once came back to ask how we liked it (or not). Glad we came to check out this place, but we were disappointed at our total experience.

Visited on a Thursday evening without a reservation. Didn't have to wait at the counter.I ordered the Kinoko Meat Cream Sauce with Kurobota sausage & linguine pasta. It came with a dinner roll as well. The sauce was great. Creamy and not overpowering the rest of the dish. The light amount of cheese was great as well. The Kurobota sausage was tasty. Reminded me a bit like Taiwanese sausage.Service was great and the rest of staff was very friendly. I would come back here again to try the other dishes.

This restaurant is a must try when visiting Vegas. The ambiance is nostalgic from when I was deployed in Japan. The service was friendly, accommodating, and fast. We did not have to wait long for our orders.We had the bruschetta - the octopus wasabi mayo one was incredible. A blanket of creamy sauce and tender octopus on crispy bruschetta. They do not skimp on the toppings. My main course was the uni pasta. It was rich and full of seafood flavor. Every bite of pasta you would get a few pieces of uni. Again, no skimping on the toppings as the uni was fresh and bountiful in the sauce. Amazing price for value. I could have this dish any day. For dessert I had the tiramisu. The softest mascarpone I've had in a tiramisu. Strong coffee syrup flavor with a hint of chocolate; perfect for those who don't like overly sweet desserts. There is a great amount of good food on the menu. I plan to come back to go through the next set of dishes I am interested in! Lastly, wow at the bathroom! Weird addition to this review but you have to acknowledge the cleanliness in there. The toilet seat is very nice, just like a warm hug lol

Went to this restaurant on a Saturday night. The place was not too crowded, which was odd imo because the food, ambience and service were spectacular. I ordered the squid ink pasta, and it was absolutely refreshing - not greasy, not overly salty, and full of seafood umami. For dessert I had the warabi mochi and matcha gelato. If you look up what warabi is, you'd see that it's common to see mock warabi served at some restaurants. Trattoria Nakamura-Ya does not serve mock warabi. It is real warabi mochi with the most delicate and creamy matcha gelato. For the end of the meal, I ordered the house made matcha iced tea. It was fresh and mild flavored - perfect for after a big meal. My husband, who normally doesn't like matcha, loved it as well. Overall this place is a gem. Highly recommend this restaurant to folks - please go off strip for food, they are better quality for better price. I was very satisfied with my meal at Trattoria Nakamura-Ya. I look forward to coming back Vegas for especially this restaurant.