Nippon

Nippon Cha is a cozy spot with a relaxed vibe, perfect for a casual meal. The tuna don is a standout--fresh, tender tuna over perfectly seasoned rice. Simple, delicious, and super satisfying.The staff is friendly, and the service is great. Whether you're grabbing a quick bite or hanging out for a while, it's always a solid choice.

Fugu sashimi: Tender and flaky, you can't get enough of it! Each portion comes with fish meat and skin. We ordered a half portion and then an extra full portion Fugu nabe: The waiter was so good at cooking, he even made us a tea puffed rice with the leftover fish broth after we finished the fish! Matsutake grilled & tempura: the fat matsutake mushroom ‍ made into tempura with a bite of sauce! The grilled version has the aroma of pine needles Unaju: also the best eel rice I've had in NYC! It has a fresh charcoal grilled flavor and the eel meat is very filling! Call ahead and make a reservation if you want to eat puffer fish They also have a special puffer fish kaiseki!

We were met by the kindest and most accommodating hostess and waitress- we were 5 adults and a baby. Service was efficient, helpful and fun. Lots of jokes along with great food. We were given a Tatami room to help with the baby and it was so fun. Definitely would go back.

Came here for dinner on a Saturday evening and we were able to get seating! Place was pretty crowded - decor is very traditional Japanese with side rooms that can be reserved for larger parties and a more authentic experience (removing shoes and lowered table). The sakes are all great - we tried two different kinds and they were both top notch. As a vegetarian I was worried I wouldn't have much options but they have a ton of different offerings and are very accommodating. For appetizers we ordered a few items from the front page which seemed to be their specials: the eggplant app (flash fried eggplant) and a soy dumping. The eggplant was phenomenal, soy dumping that forgot to bring till the end of meal, but was great too. Others at the table got the mozzarella agedashi (unfortunately no vegetarian) and the chicken karage and said they were really good.For my entree I got the tan tan tan sukeman and they were able to make it vegetarian with soy protein. It was the star of the meal. The broth was incredibly rich and savoryIn general portions are pretty small so keep that in mind as a few at the table needed to order additional sushi to their entreeOverall had a great time would recommend!

Nippon is an authentic Japanese restaurant, where you can enjoy a decent meal with attentive service in a delightful atmosphere.There is a slight disconnect between the food/drinks and menu prices--it's pricey for what you get and you're paying more for the overall experience.We ordered:- Yellowtail & Scallion Roll ($9+)- Tempura - S ($18+)- Sukiyaki - L ($39+)Including a Sake carafe (over $30+) and a glass of plum wine, our bill came to nearly $150 for 2. So it's not your everyday restaurant, unless you can afford it.The service and atmosphere, however, were wonderful.We'd arrived nearly 30 min early for our reservation, but the staff was very welcoming and seated us right away.They had prepared an intimate, spacious dining area for us inside, which was sectioned off. We were able to enjoy your meal in a lovely, peaceful setting, undisturbed by other customers. Especially in NYC where space is a luxury, this was a huge plus.When ordering, they were knowledgeable and helpful in explaining the portions of the (S) and (L) options:- Tempura (S) comes with 2 pieces of shrimp, 1 white fish and 4 vegetables.- Sukiyaki (L) comes with 5 pieces of meat with vegetables and tofu.The food was great overall, but not sure the prices matched the quantity / quality:- The Sushi roll was nice, but nothing out of the ordinary. I did like the authentic flavor of the nori (seaweed wrap), though.- The Tempura assortment, we enjoyed, especially with the delicious dipping sauce with grated radish mixed in. The vegetables were quite small, though, with bite-sized pieces of asparagus, okra, baby corn and shiitake mushroom.- The Sukiyaki broth was on the sweeter side but was very tasty, giving the handmade tofu and other vegetables in the pot great flavor. The white rice that came with it was also what you would find in a typical home in Japan. The meat, however, was too firm for sukiyaki, and it didn't come with raw eggs, which I would normally dip sukiyaki in.I would recommend this place if you're looking for a nice, intimate meal with your family or for a business setting, where you can enjoy your meal in a calm atmosphere with attentive service.

Fantastic food from start to finish!! The service was Five Star and the ambiance was Zen. I couldn't have asked for more. Thank you Nippon!

Came here with a friend because the wait at Sugar Fish around the corner was too long. We got the omakase which was very good but I would say it is definitely overpriced compared to other Omakase's in this area. The restaurant is pretty authentically Japanese and you're definitely paying for the atmosphere which isn't a problem but just something to be aware of! Very attentive service and nice decor, good for a special occasion or bringing colleagues to, but personally I Would go to other spots in the area for equally good sushi at a cheaper price.

I have been wanting to eat at this historic restaurant for the longest time. This restuarant would get booked in an instant during restaurant week. I decided to eat indoors with a friend from high school. Service was top notch as more than one server came to our table to check in on us. Staff especially the women wore masks and face shields and gloves when serving food. Our server was Indian but he was very knowledgeable and offered recommendations because we were overwhelmed. However I knew that I wanted their pioneered beef Negimayaki and Fruits An-Mitsu dessert. Both of us got the appetizer version of the Beef Negimayaki ($17) and omg it puts all the beef Negimayaki that I have ordered at other restaurants to shame. The beef melts in your month (I know the beef quality is not comparable to wagyu) and for people who never had wagyu this is the dish to get. We shared the tempura ($28) which hit the spot for both of us. My friend washed down her meal with oolong tea ($4) and I had to try to their non alcoholic beer ($10) which was perfect for the tempura. We ordered the dessert and I had to get the Fruits An-mitsu ($11) and Green Tea Tiramisu ($12) which were both beautifully presented. The desserts were unique and definitely a must get. I mentioned to the staff that it was my friend's birthday and they provided her with free sundae and a song from the staff. When we were there their sushi bar was still closed due to the restrictions. I would return to try their tasting menu and the Matsui curry!

The service was alright. The waiter was very pushy on what to get. My friend does not like soba but the waiter still pushed the soba onto him, makes sense since it's a soba spot but once someone says no, don't keep repeating and pushing. The food was alright. The tempura soba was very bland. The dipping sauce was also bland and the serving size was so small. Not worth the price. I also got the tofu. Both the agedashi tofu and the soup tofu appetizer. The agedashi tofu was fine, the soup tofu appetizer was so bland. The soup was literally just water. The actual tofu itself was fine but the flavors weren't really there. Overall, wouldn't go back. They were established in 1963 but this doesn't mean their food has been good since 1963. Go somewhere else if you want soba.

Many years ago I patronized Nippon several times - the last time sitting at the sushi bar. Yesterday afternoon, because they have sukiyaki, I decided to try them again. Along the way since long ago, they have redecorated, and the place is very welcoming and comfortable with tables sectioned for the patrons to have as much privacy as possible. They also have a sushi bar at a higher level. The staff were friendly and efficient, but sometimes impossible to understand.I arrived around 2:00 PM and expected the restaurant to be full. Strangely I was the only patron, with 3 people entering shortly after I did. Maybe it was because they close their lunch service at 2:15, but I would have thought there would have been more people there than that.I went there specifically for the sukiyaki, having enjoyed it so much in the past when I dined at Fuji. Good sukiyaki is difficult to find in NYC nowadays. I have to say overall I was somewhat disappointed with the meal. I ordered the small sukiyaki, which came with a green salad and miso soup. The sukiyaki broth was flavorful and the meat was very tender but, other than the mushrooms, the vegetables were unchewable. The salad contained a nice selection of fresh greens, but the dressing was a bland oil & vinegar. The soup had a strange flavor for miso soup.This place is too pricey for what you get (paying their rent in midtown). The sukiyaki was $36. It's a good thing I inquired in advance the price of a large sake because it was a mind-blowing $36. I opted for the small one (not much sake) for $16. I don't intend to return. To pay those kind of prices for a mediocre meal just doesn't make sense. There are better, less expensive options.