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Onya Japanese Noodle

Udon Specialty Restaurant Is A Hidden Donburi Spot

Ontama Tori Don

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.

Sobakoh

Seasonal Delicacy in A Dynamic Donburi Style

Softshell Crab Tempura Donburi

Softshell Crab Tempura Donburi $12.50
(Lunch only)

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

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

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

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

Kalbi Don

Kalbi Don $11
(Beef Short Rib)

251 W. 55th St., 2nd Fl.
(bet. Broadway & 8th Ave.)
TEL: 212-245-4555
www.tottonyc.com
Lunch: Mon-Fri 11:30am- 2pm,
Dinner: Mon-Thu 5:30pm- 12am,
Fri & Sat 5:30pm- 1am,
Sun 5:30pm-11pm
Tables: 16 seats
Counter: 12 seats
Box: 10 seats
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.
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