Restaurant Nippon

4.8

786 Reviews

$31 to $50

Japanese

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2 people

15 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 12 times today

Good for special occasions
Good for groups
Romantic

Welcome to Nippon, the heartbeat of authentic Japanese cuisine in New York City since 1963. Nestled on 52nd Street between Lexington and 3rd Avenue, we invite you to indulge in a culinary journey through traditional Edo-mae (Tokyo) style dishes.

Signature Dish: Experience our iconic Beef Negimayaki, a dish that originated right here at Nippon and has since become a global favorite. Delight in our Tempura straight from the tempura bar, a standout feature of our menu. We also take pride in our in-house creations, including premium ni-hachi soba noodles and house-made tofu, which elevate every dish to an extraordinary level.

Special Features: For a truly authentic experience, reserve our Japanese-style tatami room, a private space designed for intimate gatherings with traditional floor seating and elegant décor.

Join us at Nippon, where tradition meets innovation in a setting as timeless as our heritage.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Japanese, Sushi, Japanese (Tempura)
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–14:15 Dinner Mon–Sat 17:15–21:15
Phone number
(212) 688-5941
Website
http://www.restaurantnippon.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Akira Azuma
Catering
Traditional Japanese menus, including a sushi bar, can be catered in your home, office, club, or hotel, with waitstaff in traditional Japanese kimono. Please contact us at info@restaurantnippon.com
Private party facilities
Private and Semi-Private Rooms available for 2 - 24 guests. prix-fixe menu including traditional Japanese Kaiseki, and our famous Sukiyaki and Kamo-nabe (duck hot-pot) can be enjoyed in a Japanese style tatami rooms. Please contact us at info@restaurantnippon.com

Location
155 East 52nd Street, New York, NY 10022
Area
Midtown East
Cross Street
Between Lexington and 3rd Avenues
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
6 train to 51st Street and E & M trains to Lexington Ave-53rd Street.Short walk from Grand-Central terminal.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Zaru Soba (Cold)US$16.00
served with soba sauce, green onion and wasabi
Sanuki Udon US$16.00
Kitsune (tofu skin) Soba or UdonUS$22.00
Tempura Soba or UdonUS$31.00
Served with Shrimp and vegetable tempura. Soba and udon can be served cold or hot
Tantan TsukemenUS$30.00
Cold soba noodle with spicy sesame broth. Vegan
Nabeyaki udon US$35.00
served in a hotpot nabe with shrimp tempura, egg, shiitake mushroom and kamaboko fishcake

Lunch Favorites

Served with house salad, miso soup and rice

Sushi LunchUS$60.00
8 pieces of nigiri sushi and 1 roll
Sashimi LunchUS$60.00
10 slices of an assortment of 4 sashimi
Chirashi LunchUS$60.00
Sashimi over sushi rice
TempuraUS$38.00
Assortment of shrimp, fish and vegetables
Shrimp TenjuUS$32.00
A pair of jumbo shrimp and assorted vegetable tempura over rice with sauce
Salmon TeriyakiUS$32.00
Eel UnajuUS$52.00
Imported Japanese eel over rice with sauce
Beef Sukiyaki
Sliced rib eye beef, served with vegetables, homemade tofu in a special broth
Godzilla Curry (Beef)US$29.00
Former Yankees Hideki Matsui's favorite, based on his mom's recipe
Chicken KaraageUS$28.00
Japanese style deep fried free range chicken with a side of our homemade tartar sauce
TonkatsuUS$32.00
Fried pork filet

Shokado Bento Box

First-come, first-serve to 10 clients daily

Shokado Bento BoxUS$45.00
Assortment of shrimp, meat and vegetables, special lunchbox

Rolls

VegetableUS$8.00
CaliforniaUS$10.00
Salmon AvocadoUS$14.00
Spicy TunaUS$16.00
Spicy SalmonUS$14.00
Futomaki with EelUS$30.00

What 786 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

New York City
Good for special occasions
Manhattan
Good for special occasions
Manhattan
Japanese

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Restaurant Nippon offers an authentic Japanese dining experience in a serene, traditional setting. Guests praise the "delicious food," "attentive service," and "authentic presentation." The sukiyaki and soba noodles are standout dishes, made from high-quality ingredients. The restaurant's atmosphere and "dedicated staff" make it a "must-visit" for Japanese cuisine enthusiasts.

786 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Nippon is the greatest. The soba is the best in NYC and a bargain at that. The sushi is traditional and wonderful. The service is perfect and very respectful. The restaurant floor is split into sections so you don’t have to yell to be heard by your companions or get bumped into by the next over table. AWESOME ‼️
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ArielC VIP
New York City2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 27 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a delicious and pleasant experience. This place is a treasure.
Restaurant NipponResponded on 28 February 2025
Dear ArielC, Thank you very much for your kind words! We truly appreciate your support and are looking forward to welcoming you back soon.
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Koji VIP
New York City29 reviews
3.0
Dined on 19 February 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
The food was good. I had Shokado Bento Box. The price? I think overall foods are overpriced. My guest had a Sushi lunch. That was $60 worth $40 at most. My lunch box was $45 worth $25-30 at most. I looked at the pictures before going to the restaurant; therefore, I knew the prices. I reconfirmed my sense of monetary value to the dishes today. Maybe I am a cheap person, but I don't think so.
Restaurant NipponResponded on 20 February 2025
Dear Koji, Thank you very much for taking the time to share your honest feedback about your recent dining experience at Restaurant Nippon. We understand your perspective regarding our pricing. We strive to provide high-quality ingredients and a unique dining experience, which are factors that contribute to our menu pricing. We carefully consider the market value of our dishes, taking into account the sourcing of our ingredients, the preparation involved, and the overall ambiance we aim to create. However, we also value our customers' opinions and We'll certainly take your comments into consideration as we review our menu and pricing. We hope you'll consider dining with us again in the future, We'll be delighted to welcome you back to Restaurant Nippon.
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Joel VIP
New York City4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great classic delicious Japanese like a trip to Tokyo or Kyoto without the jet lag !
Restaurant NipponResponded on 4 February 2025
Dear Joel, Thank you very much for the wonderful review. We're thrilled to hear that our food transported you to Japan. It’s our goal to deliver an authentic and memorable experience. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another delicious meal—no jet lag required!
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Will
New York City3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 28 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
62years old restaurant!!! nice quality of food and environment, just a little pricey. will visit again.
Restaurant NipponResponded on 30 January 2025
Dear Will, Thank you very much for your kind words. We're so glad you enjoyed the food and the atmosphere. We appreciate your feedback about the pricing and will certainly keep that in mind. We look forward to welcoming you back for another great experience soon!
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Len VIP
New York City36 reviews
5.0
Dined on 19 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We first went in 1981 and it continues to be the best Japanese in New York upper east side. Thank you.
Restaurant NipponResponded on 28 February 2025
Dear Len, Thank you very much for your loyalty. Looking forward to welcoming you back very soon for making more precious memories.
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Jane
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on 11 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything great except the table for us was very narrow , can’t go in smoothly, i wish they had better sashimi too.
Restaurant NipponResponded on 15 January 2025
Thank you very much for dining with us and sharing your feedback. We appreciate you highlighting the positive aspects of your experience. We will certainly look into the table spacing and consider options to improve the dining comfort for our guests. We will also share your comments regarding the sashimi with our culinary team for their review. Looking forward to welcoming back for a better dinning experience!
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Barton
Las Vegas2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Everything was wonderful. Seating during reservation selection was a bit confusing.
Restaurant NipponResponded on 6 January 2025
Dear Barton, Thank you very much for your kind words and thoughtful feedback. We sincerely apologize for the confusion regarding the seating during your reservation. We truly appreciate you bringing this to our attention, and we will be reviewing the reservation system to ensure a smoother experience in the future. We look forward to welcoming you back soon and providing you with another delightful dining experience.
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Polly
New York City3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 19 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food with friendly and tentative service. We had a great time.
Restaurant NipponResponded on 20 December 2024
Dear Polly, thank you very much for taking a time to write a review. Your thoughtful words mean a lot to us and we are truly glad to hear that you had a great time. Looking forward to welcoming you back very soon.
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Eric
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on 18 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My favorite Asian restaurant in nyc Truly special A find
Restaurant NipponResponded on 20 December 2024
Dear Eric, thank you very much for rewarding us with a five star review! Looking forward to welcoming you again soon.
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FAQs

Restaurant Nippon does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now and Postmates. Restaurant Nippon also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 688-5941.

Restaurant Nippon is rated 4.8 stars by 786 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

15 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 12 times today

Order delivery or takeout

155 East 52nd Street, New York, NY 10022

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Between Lexington and 3rd Avenues
Area
Midtown East
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–14:15 Dinner Mon–Sat 17:15–21:15
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Japanese, Sushi, Japanese (Tempura)
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
6 train to 51st Street and E & M trains to Lexington Ave-53rd Street.Short walk from Grand-Central terminal.
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Akira Azuma
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.restaurantnippon.com/
Phone number
(212) 688-5941
Catering
Traditional Japanese menus, including a sushi bar, can be catered in your home, office, club, or hotel, with waitstaff in traditional Japanese kimono. Please contact us at info@restaurantnippon.com
Private party facilities
Private and Semi-Private Rooms available for 2 - 24 guests. prix-fixe menu including traditional Japanese Kaiseki, and our famous Sukiyaki and Kamo-nabe (duck hot-pot) can be enjoyed in a Japanese style tatami rooms. Please contact us at info@restaurantnippon.com

Restaurant Nippon

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Soba Salad

Original Soba Salad US$21.00

Tofu Soba SaladUS$26.00

Beef Soba SaladUS$33.00

Salmon Soba SaladUS$33.00

Chicken Soba SaladUS$27.00

Homemade Ni-hachi Soba and Udon

Zaru Soba (Cold)US$16.00

Sanuki Udon US$16.00

Kitsune (tofu skin) Soba or UdonUS$22.00

Tempura Soba or UdonUS$31.00

Tantan TsukemenUS$30.00

Nabeyaki udon US$35.00

Lunch Favorites

Sushi LunchUS$60.00

Sashimi LunchUS$60.00

Chirashi LunchUS$60.00

TempuraUS$38.00

Shrimp TenjuUS$32.00

Salmon TeriyakiUS$32.00

Eel UnajuUS$52.00

Beef Sukiyaki

Godzilla Curry (Beef)US$29.00

Chicken KaraageUS$28.00

TonkatsuUS$32.00

Shokado Bento Box

Shokado Bento BoxUS$45.00

Rolls

VegetableUS$8.00

CaliforniaUS$10.00

Salmon AvocadoUS$14.00

Spicy TunaUS$16.00

Spicy SalmonUS$14.00

Futomaki with EelUS$30.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

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Does Restaurant Nippon offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Restaurant Nippon restaurant rated?

Is Restaurant Nippon currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

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Dining areas

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