Tag: sake bar

  • Fukurou: A Japanese Izakaya in the Village

    Fukurou: A Japanese Izakaya in the Village

    Newly opened in Greenwich Village / NoHo comes an izakaya from Japan – Fukurou. I was curious to try out this izakaya as a foodie craving for more of Japanese food in this area. Known for unique dishes like Avocado Tofu or Miso Marinated Cream Cheese, I managed to convince a friend to come with…

  • Yopparai: Sake and Snacks Abound

    Yopparai: Sake and Snacks Abound

    Atop a narrow stairway seemingly hidden in the Lower East Side rests a Japanese izakaya, a type of Japanese drinking establishment that also serves food to accompany the drinks, named Yopparai.  As if entering an apartment, with the buzz of a button this tranquil restaurant appears and you are quickly transported to Japan.  There are only…