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Takashi

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Japanese Restaurant and Korean Restaurant$$$$

West Village, New York

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refinery29August 3, 2014
For the offal-averse, its menu contains a few non-grill surprises like the Niku-Uni, a unbelievable one-bite dish of seaweed, uni, chuck flap and wasabi that's a thousand times better than it sounds. Read more
Tasting TableOctober 22, 2014
Stay out late for Takashi's beefy ramen. Beef bones are simmered for a full day, & the broth comes with braised Kobe belly, seaweed & a soft-boiled egg. You can also get it spicy for one extra dollar. Read more
EaterAugust 1, 2016
House-made soft serve is the one dessert at this otherwise beef-only spot. Enjoy it in unadorned or get the works, which include azuki beans, black sesame flour, rice dumplings, and even gold flakes. Read more
Ashley ChanMarch 7, 2017
Fun and authentic Japanese BBQ place with cute drawings spanning across the wall. Don't leave without trying the beef tartare and yaki cheek! The soft serve ice cream is also worth getting.
Jenny CuiDecember 22, 2015
This place surpassed my expectations by far. I'm quite an adventurous eater, so I fit right in here. The sweetbreads, liver, thick tongue and testicargo were amazing.
ElizaJuly 22, 2018
Make reservations for the midnight ramen, get Original because it's great already without adding the spicy paste. If you must have spicy, have it on the side so you could taste the broth beforehand.
Benjamin HealyFebruary 16, 2014
Arrive early & be prepared to leave a # & wait at a nearby venue. We came on a snowy Sat. night at 6:30 & had to wait 2 hours. Bread cafe a couple doors down had delicious ginger lemon tea. Worth it.
Candace ChangFebruary 9, 2013
Been here 5+ times
The Mega Rib is flamboyed right on your grill and literally melts in your mouth. The Bourbon dipping sauce is perfection. Rosu cut and the Niku Uni were amazing too! Definitely coming back for more
Michelle LJanuary 15, 2015
Ramen available only after midnight on Fridays and Saturdays. Reservations for midnight and 1am seatings open at 5pm every Monday, and by Tuesday morning, all 40 seats are filled for each night.
MarcApril 16, 2014
Tasting Table's Top Ramen NYC: Original ramen "excellent broth is made from beef bones--simmered for 24 hrs with aromatics, sticky with collagen--and topped with fried small intestines and beef belly"
Aryan JJanuary 29, 2017
Hands down the best restaurant I've ever been to. The tescargot, the intestines, the filet mignon appetizer, the sake. All amazing. Just go and let them take you on an adventure.
Natalie VFebruary 21, 2017
Very good Japanese steak! Come early though to avoid a wait. We got the specials - filed mignon and okinomiyaki quesadilla - both were incredible.
Noah WeissOctober 23, 2012
Unless you hate delicious meats, you need to come here immediately to order: cheek, shio-tan (tongue), belly, heart, short rib. In that order. Actually, double down on the first three.
Lori LuoAugust 10, 2014
The Midnight Ramen, available on a reservation-only basis, is the only all-beef broth ramen served in the city. Order it in the Spicy variety, and don't forget to ask for kaedama.
Brad GrahamSeptember 21, 2013
Yakiniku style rest. Harumno (discarded goods). Beef cold noodle with uni (special app). Testicargot cowballs escargot style. Niku-Uni. Grill: Shio-Tan (tongue). Tsurami (cheek). Shibire (sweetbreads)
JannieJuly 19, 2013
DIY grill your own, yakiniku style meat! Awesome cuts of steak and never say no to the chilled noodles with uni! The sea urchin roe is to die for especially atop wagyu beef slices.
Jessica MokJuly 4, 2016
The quality of the meat is pretty awesome, which was expected. The fusion-style appetizers are what will make me go back. (Many visit Takashi to try the Niu Uni.)
Michael MuseFebruary 10, 2015
Get the rib. Everything was great. Rib is kinda like a brisket, but they torch it in front of you, & it comes with this amazing dipping sauce.
Time Out New YorkJune 4, 2013
Beef is the thing at this yakiniku restaurant—Japan’s interpretation of Korean BBQ. The meal is refined and surprisingly light, thanks to modest portions and impeccably sourced sustainable beef. Read more
💎TMay 29, 2015
Definitely try the cow brain paste. It's very creamy. The squid ink rice is also fantastic. It's a great blend of flavors. I'd end with the intestine.
Benjamin PalmerNovember 23, 2016
the restaurant is posh and like power lunch vibes. the sushi bar is like tokyo af. both are great at those things
Yoojin L.May 6, 2017
The late night ramen (Fri & Sat only) is insanely good. Order an extra side of beef belly w/ your ramen, I regretted not doing so!
Tina WongMarch 13, 2015
Luscious Wagyu beef topped with uni and wrapped in seaweed and shiso leaf. Whoever came up with this a freakin genius and I would kiss him.
WEI WEINovember 19, 2015
The Niku-Uni is a must-have. They offer a "Cow Experience" tasting menu that requires 4-6 ppl and costs 35$ each, and requires advanced booking
Jeff WooAugust 14, 2015
If you love Uni, gotta get the Niku-Uni (Chuck Flap topped with Sea Urchin and Fresh Wasabi). It's one of Top 15 Uni dishes in NYC: Read more
naveenJanuary 25, 2019
fantastic yakitori. the midnight ramen session must be tried sometime too, preferably on one of your late nights out on the town.
Jen O'NeillJuly 12, 2014
Email them on Monday to reserve a spot a table for late night ramen 12-2am on weekends. Most phenomenal ramen in NYC. Get the grandma's spicy ramen. Heavenly.
Aviv GadotMay 26, 2015
In Takashi you get to eat a Kobe beef cow, from nose to tail, in the most enjoyable way possible. This is one of my favorite restaurants in the city!
Nikolas FlorosOctober 19, 2014
If your unsure what to get ask the servers, they make amazing recommendations. Definitely get the house made ice cream if you have room for it at the end.
Travel ChannelNovember 14, 2011
Tony’s new favorite restaurant in New York City! It is a mix of Japanese and Korean BBQ styles. As seen on Travel Channel’s The Layover with Anthony Bourdain.
refinery29August 3, 2014
The Yakiniku-style restaurant’s emphasis on hand-grilled cuts of cow innards is a super fun alternative to digging into a pile of kale. Read more
Adrienne LiuDecember 27, 2016
Not sure if the midnight ramen lives up to the hype. The ramen here was good, but the broth is tastier at Minca and Hide-Chan
Rong NguyenJanuary 27, 2012
Great place for BBQ meat. Waitress suggested the beef belly which has a similar taste to the Kalbi. Can't go wrong with Harami. Eat the food with a Sapporo it can get pricy and meat cut is limited.
Dan MillerFebruary 7, 2015
Even if you don't normally like ramen, you should try the late night ramen here. Beefy and delicious. The intestine is the best part.
Noah WeissOctober 23, 2012
Stop reading this tip. Immediately go order the beef tendon casserole and chuck eye beef tartare to start your meal. You never knew raw beef could taste this good.
TiffanyMay 8, 2014
Available only after midnight on Fridays and Saturdays. Reservations for midnight and 1am seatings open at 5pm every Monday, and by Tuesday morning, all 40 seats are filled for each night.
Nick RunyanNovember 26, 2014
Their version of steak tartare is one of the best I've ever had. And while you're here you should try at least one weird cut of beef.
Viviana PalaciosSeptember 2, 2011
Always busy and don't take reservations - but def worth the wait - beef tartar, Kobe beef belly, beef tongue with scallion salad, harami and sake -were amazing!! b aware the only serve beef here!
Zeynep TümerdemAugust 28, 2015
Takashi is the top-notch yakiniku restaurant in NYC. Amazing meats! Try kalbi kobe & angus and harami. One word: wonderful.
Brian BallanNovember 28, 2012
Niku-uni is an easy win. But, don't miss the Premium Super Thick Tongue. It's like making out with the cow (that's a good thing).
AmateurConciergeMay 8, 2016
If you love beef, this is your spot. Amazing varieties. The wagyu app, beef belly, kalbi....just fantastic cuts
VixKJuly 5, 2016
Went for the midnight ramen - really tasty but you need to like a heavy stock. The servings are large and service is friendly.
Sophia KangNovember 24, 2013
Tongue experience is in the money!! And niku uni is awesome. The only downside is price. More expensive than other Jap BBQ place. But the food is worth it!
EaterJanuary 11, 2012
Offal-freaks will want to try the stomachs, intestines, and tongues, but there are a few steaks on the menu for less adventuresome diners, too. [Eater 38 Member]
Maria RiabtchenkoNovember 3, 2015
The Niku Uni and beef tartare for a starter, then fill yourself up with the Kobe short rib and filet mignon. My "last meal" any day.
DevontaJune 13, 2015
I was apprehensive to try something new but the food was really good. Explore. Try. Eat. Thanks Takashi
ThrillistOctober 13, 2011
The chef at this Japanese meat mecca will side up your proteinaceous plate with the aptly named Testicargot: shiso-garlic butter, white wine, garlic, and white miso on top of veal testicles. Read more
Sam WinnickAugust 20, 2015
Obsessed with this place. Flavors are insane. Get the tartar, kalbi, and beef buns.
Talisa ChangAugust 22, 2014
Especially loved the uni, yooke, tendon casserole, marrow dumplings, tongue, kalbi, and ice cream.
Millie S.February 22, 2019
Literally omnivore heaven. Go now. Do NOT miss the beef tartare (yes, even if you don’t like tartare.) You’re welcome.

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