Otani

“My friend and I went to Otani around 5:30pm on a Monday. I was shocked that there was a decent amount of people in the restaurant when I checked in, so I would recommend making a reservation. They are located at a lower level, which is nice because it provides a bit of waiting room. The interior has a fancier ambiance, with a mix of tables and cozy booths. We started with an order of harumaki ($6). I liked that they cut this up in halves, so it was easier to split. It had a nice natural flavor, and the sauce definitely has a kick! I got a tonkotsu ramen ($18) and my friend got one signature roll and one regular roll, though I forgot which ones. It may have been the pink lady ($20) and yellowtail avocado ($9). It is rare for me to finish the entire bowl of ramen (broth specifically), but this bowl was delicious. It had a good ratio of broth to ingredients, and the noodles had a good texture. My only critique is that the chashu could be a tad more moist, but it still had nice flavor. My friend enjoyed her sushi, though I would still want to go back to Otani to try their sushi and update my review accordingly. Service was great! There were multiple check-backs and water refills. We did get rushed out at 6:50pm, and I had made a 5:30pm reservation, but they gave us a nice booth that would be suited for a party of 4, so I get it. Overall, I enjoyed my experience, and I will be back to try their other offerings!”

“I celebrated my birthday by myself at Otani Restaurant and had such a great experience. The Sushi Deluxe I ordered was fresh, beautifully presented, and absolutely delicious. The Takoyaki was also amazing -- definitely one of the best I've ever had. The staff were friendly and the atmosphere was calm and relaxing. Highly recommend this place for anyone who loves quality Japanese food!”

“Found this place while trying to find an area that sells ramen and it's a bit hidden near Fulton st. But I love the interior decoration when entering the restaurant. Our server was accommodating and nice. Tonkatsu Ramen was the perfect amount of noodles, I chose thick while my friend chose curvy. The broth was super yummy and the pork was thick but juicy. A bit charred round the edges but I kinda of love that. Mango Crepe was alright, was missing some fresh and juicy flavors but it was ok. Still soft and edible. I hope to get the chance to try the sushi options they have but lots of dishes to choose from. Pretty affordable for 2 people as well. Wait time was 12 mins”