Momokawa

4.9

243 Reviews

$31 to $50

Japanese

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2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 22 times today

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Good for groups

Wagyu & Sushi
The restaurant will serve top-quality meals served with the highest quality ingredients, along with a sushi bar led by The Sushi chef with over 30 years of experience.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Japanese, Sushi, Sukiyaki
Hours of operation
Fri–Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Lunch Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(212) 256-0403
Website
http://www.momokawanyc.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Mieko Okuda
Catering
Call for Details.<br />We do Japanese Catering.

Location
1466 1st Ave, New York, NY 10075
Neighborhood
Upper East Side
Cross street
Between 76th&77th 1st Avenue
Parking details
None
Public transit
walk 10 min from 6 train 77nd st<br />walk 10 min from Q train 72nd st
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 243 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Momokawa delivers charm and exceptional service in a cozy setting. Diners praise its "great credible service" and a diverse selection of yakitori, complemented by the "most tender beef" and delectable sukiyaki. While some mention time restrictions, the restaurant consistently impresses with its "excellent food," making it a "highly recommended" destination.

243 Reviews

D
Dan
Hawaii
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Sukiyaki was delicious! Service was very polite.
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Paul
Naples
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 13, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
Momokawa is a nice compact restaurant on a quiet avenue. They serve lunch. Other Japanese restaurants do not. The service was excellent. The menu was extensive with many choices of beef and sushi. Dinners are prepared the traditional Japanese recipes so be careful what you order. I liked my dinner but my partner did not like the fish smell or her dinner. The smell is part of the traditional Japanese style. Our waiter graciously arranged a alternate dinner. I would recommend Momokawa.
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Caroline
New York City
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
ALWAYS love so much. We are weekly customers for a reason.
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TrungT
Washington DC
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Oh man this place was SO GOOD! The Miyazaki beef (above the wagyu) was the most tender beef we’ve ever eaten…and dipped in the raw egg was just pure perfection!
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Michael
New York City
33 reviews
vip
5.0
33 reviews
Dined on October 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food choices are excellent, with some terrific appetizers We enjoyed the fried chicken and black cod, as well as the Brussels sprouts and sushi.
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Diane
New York City
200 reviews
vip
5.0
200 reviews
Dined on October 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time and was very impressed food was great and service was fantastic
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OpenTable Diner
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Me and my friends love the Wagyu Sukiyaki. It is so delicious although it has beautiful price haha
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Irina
New York City
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on September 5, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We enjoyed the Omakase and it was a treat- fresh fish, tasty, right temperature! Would definitely return!Thank you!
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Stephanie
London
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 2, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
"While I understand the need to inform customers of a timed dining experience, we were CONSTANTLY REMINDED EVERY 15 MINUTES about our time limit, which made the experience feel RUSHED AND FRUSTRATED. The waitstaff FREQUENTLY came over to hurry us along if we lingered on a course, which made the entire meal STRESSFUL AND UNPLEASANT. From the moment we ordered, we felt pressured to hurry through each course. This was a TERRIBLE EXPERIENCE, and despite Momokawa being one of my favorite spots on the Upper East Side, I will never go back after this."
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Desiree1
Greater Boston
50 reviews
vip
5.0
50 reviews
Dined on July 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and service wonderful staff everyone is wonderful
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FAQs

Momokawa offers delivery in partnership with Chow Now. Momokawa also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 256-0403.

Momokawa is rated 4.9 stars by 243 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 22 times today

Order delivery or takeout

1466 1st Ave, New York, NY 10075

Additional information

Cross street
Between 76th&77th 1st Avenue
Neighborhood
Upper East Side
Hours of operation
Fri–Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Lunch Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Japanese, Sushi, Sukiyaki
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
None
Public transit
walk 10 min from 6 train 77nd stwalk 10 min from Q train 72nd st
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Mieko Okuda
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.momokawanyc.com/
Phone number
(212) 256-0403
Catering
Call for Details.<br />We do Japanese Catering.

Momokawa

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Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Menu

Cold Appetizer

Black Bean Edamame$7.00

Nasu Ni

Entrees

Miso Teriyaki Salmon$29.00

Teriyaki Chicken$25.00

Hot Appetizer

Fried Chicken Wings$10.00

Kaki Fried Oyster$20.00

Rice

Beef Sukiyaki Don$23.00

Kuro Buta Don$16.00

Salad

Aburi Buri Salad$21.00

Jako & Mizuna Salad$17.00

What 243 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does Momokawa offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Momokawa restaurant rated?

Is Momokawa currently accepting reservations?

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