Udon Specialty Restaurant Is A Hidden Donburi Spot
Ontama Tori Don $4.50 (Lunch only)
143 E. 47th St.
(bet. 3rd & Lexington Aves.)
New York, NY 10017
TEL: 212-715-0460
Lunch: Mon- Sat 11am- 3pm
Dinner: Mon-Sun 5pm-11pm
Table: 60 seats
Counter: 10 seats
*Parties of up to 30 people are welcome.
Topping: The combination of chicken simmered in its original dashi broth and a coddled egg seasoned with a special raw soy sauce has a warm, comforting flavor. Highlights: The topping is served over steamy Koshihikari rice. Mix it all together to enjoy the tasty essence in every bite. A wide variety of donburi dishes are available.
309 E. 5th St.
(bet. 1st & 2nd Aves.)
New York, NY 10003
TEL: 212-254-2244 www.compasscompass.com/sobakoh
Mon- Sun: Lunch 12pm-3pm
Dinner: 5:30- 10:45pm
Table: 20 seats
Counter: 6 seats
Topping: A whole soft-shell crab and a shishito pepper are deep fried in a blend of vegetable oil and sesame seed oil for the perfect crispiness and excellent aroma. Highlights: Its mouthwatering donburi sauce is made from their original "kaeshi" (soba dipping sauce base). It comes with a soup and an assortment of appetizers.
Takesushi
Indulge Yourself in an Extravagant Seafood Donburi
Kaisen Don $10.50 (Lunch only)
1026 2nd Ave.
(bet. 54th & 55th Sts.)
New York, NY 10022
TEL: 212-355-3557 www.takesushi.com
Lunch: Mon-Fri
11:45am-2:30pm
Dinner: Mon-Sun 5:30pm-10pm
Table: 20 seats
Counter: 10 seats
Topping: An ample portion of tuna, flounder and sea urchins over sushi rice that is also layered with slices of tuna, is a lavish and fulfilling meal to enjoy on a budget. Highlights: Takesushi's owner is also a seafood distributor, so serving fresh and premium seafood at amazingly discounted prices is their speciality!
Udon West
Quick and Tasty Donburi For People On the Go
Spicy Tuna Don $5.95
11 St. Marks Pl.
(bet. 2nd & 3rd Aves.)
New York, NY 10003
Sun- Thu: 12pm- 3am
Fri & Sat: 12pm- 4am
Table: 6 seats
Counter: 14 seats
Topping: A generous portion of spicy tuna is served on shredded seaweed over rice. Highlights: If you are a fan of spicy tuna, this is the dish that can satisfy your craving to the fullest. They also offer 4 other donburi dishes, and combinations with an udon noodle soup ($8.95- $9.95) will surely satisfy even those with a big appetite.
Yakitori East
Generously PortionED Donburi You Won't Want to Miss
Deluxe Chirashi $18 (Sunday only)
210 E. 44th St.
(bet. 2nd & 3rd Aves.)
New York, NY 10017
TEL: 212-687-5075
Mon-Fri: 11:30am-2:45pm, 5:30-10:30pm
Sat & Sun 5:30pm-10pm
Table: 30 seats
Counter: 13 seats
Topping: A smorgasbord of premium raw seafood is served over sushi rice donburi style. It includes tuna, salmon, yellowtail, flounder, shrimp, tuna rolls and more. Highlights: This beautifully decorated deluxe donburi is accompanied by a salad and a mini udon noodle soup. It is a great deal for your buck offered only on Sundays.
Yakitori Totto
Sweet, Spicy and Smoky Aroma Titillates Your Taste Buds
Topping: Kalbi skewers, marinated in their original sauce, are cooked over charcoal grills and served with scallions, cucumber pickles and a coddled egg over rice. Highlights: Mouthwatering kalbi beef and a coddled egg with its firm yolk and silky egg white are a match made in heaven that will delight any palate.