Ozakaya

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Julia Avia Google

19 days ago

The atmosphere is basically how I'd imagine a izakaya in Tokyo! The food was PHENOMENAL. The Hokkaido seafood nabe was literally the perfect size for two people and was tender fresh meats and fresh veggies. The mentaiko korokke was to die for! Even their tempura blew away any I've had before! Treat yourself to hot barley tea during your meal, which really helps with digestion, and afterwards please try the yuzu cheesecake 🤤 Dennis and the other staff members were super attentive and kept the table incredibly clean while we ate, bringing the food with IMMACULATE timing. Incredible service, Everyone from the hosts to the servers even to some random guy from the back who showed me where the toilet was! 5 stars + 10 more stars.

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Chance Svia Google

21 days ago

Ozakaya was exceptional. They offer a diverse range of Japanese dishes—from sushi omakase and wagyu to donburi and ochazuke. It was a delight to try such a variety, and the quality across the board was top-tier. The space has ample seating, and even the mochi matcha dessert was the perfect ending to a satisfying meal. I can absolutely see why this place is so popular. Service was also attentive and professional!

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Nick Svia Google

25 days ago

Ozakaya is a well known Japanese restaurant in Brooklyn, located in the heart of prospect heights. Place was packed but overall service was good and efficient. We got the Geso Karaage, Hanabi roll, Kaishin Don, and the Mentai Pasta. The Geso Karaage was lightly battered and very crisp, went well with the spicy mayo dip. The Hanabi roll had Ikura on top and seared salmon, tasted good, the sushi did fall apart for some of the pieces though. Mentai Pasta had a decent amount of cream, noodles were thick but easy to eat, the bacon was a little overly rich and contrasted with the Mentai pasta, but overall it was a great dish. Standout was the Kaishin Don, beautiful presentation and perfect size for sharing. Lots of fish and a good amount of Uni, Uni was creamy and all the pieces worked together to form a great dish. I had a wonderful experience here and will definitely go back.

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Mimi Colemanvia Google

about 1 month ago

Went there on Christmas Day for the first time after really wanting to try this place. Unfortunately, they were out of uni and the cocktail I was most excited about, but everything else was great. We ordered wagyu, ozakaya rolls and mentaiko pasta each dish was flavorful and well prepared. Even though it was a very busy night, they still managed to get us a table and the service was attentive. Overall a lovely experience and I’d definitely come back to try more next time

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Kvia Google

2 months ago

Super convenient to get to, even if you are staying in a different area. You can just hop on the Q train and it is only a block from the metro exit, which makes it an easy stop for dinner. I usually go to omakase places when I travel but this time I was with my family and my mom cannot eat raw fish. This spot ended up being perfect because it has something for everyone, and the seafood quality is honestly top notch. Presentation is beautiful too. I tried their seasonal menu and loved the scallops with yuzu sauce. The wagyu rice bowl was delicious as well. The staff members were nice and attentive the whole time, so that added to the experience. I really cannot complain about the food quality. I enjoyed everything I tried. The tan tan spicy ramen was good too, according to my mom. I tasted the broth and loved how well seasoned it was without leaving that salty aftertaste. Lovely. The only thing I wish were better is the bacon they use for the creamy mentaiko pasta. The flavor was good, but the bacon was not crispy, so it felt a little out of place texture-wise. Other than that, I would definitely come back. I recommend making a reservation if you have a group of four or more because the space is pretty small. If you are traveling with your family and you want your night of raw fish while your parents prefer hot food, this is the place to be. Everyone gets something they enjoy.