Japanese Culture in New York - Chopsticks NY

Tomato Jelly Ceviche $7

A low-key, chic hangout in Williamsburg, Bozu offers contemporary Japanese fusion tapas. A must-try for this summer is the Tomato Jelly Ceviche made with jelly vinegar - marinated with tomatoes, and tossed with octopus and king crabmeat. Their large backyard is a perfect setting to enjoy their unique tapas with original cocktails, and BBQ skewers with grilled asparagus ($9.50) are served right off the grill during summer.

Hiyashi Chuka $8.50

On a steamy hot summer day, Hiyashi Chuka will keep you cool and nourished. It is a cold noodle dish popular in the summer, and Naruto’s version is prepared with hearty, curly, thick noodles topped with julienned vegetables and ham, finished with chuka dressing. A hint of lemon flavor and the aroma of sesame seed titillate the olfactory. It is served in a frozen bowl to keep the ingredients chilled while you eat.

Dragon Sushi Cake $6.75

Washoku Tei brings American sushi like California Rolls to the next level for the jaded New Yorkers. Popular features include Dragon Sushi Cake- oshi sushi or sushi cake made with a layer of eel, avocado and rice, pressed in a box and cut into bite-size pieces. Its texture differs from sushi rolls, and all flavors melt harmoniously in your mouth. Spicy Tuna Cake ($7.75) is also a favorite among patrons.

Kushiage (5 skewers) $12

Kushiage skewers are prepared with quality vegetables from Japan and handpicked salmon, beef and shrimp. Each ingredient is breaded with finely grated panko and fried until golden brown. The crust is crispy and the flavor of each ingredient is enhanced without being oily. Worcestershire sauce, seaweed salt and yuzu pepper serve as the perfect garnishes to spice up your palate. Kushiage course ($45) also available.

Katsu Curry $7.50

The folks at GO!GO!CURRY! are dedicated fans of NY Yankee Hideki Matsui, and his jersey #55 is incorporated into its name, preparation and prices. Go means 5 in Japanese, and their curry is simmered for 5 hours, cooled for 5 hours, and rested for 55 hours! In the process, the nutritious ingredients melt to form mouthwatering curry, and katsu (pork cutlet) over the curry is crunchy to the bite and juicy to the taste.

Dream Bites $24

Sky, land and ocean, the delicious flavors of nature are expressed in this dish. A gift from the sky - sauteed foie gras over sushi rice is Inagiku’s most popular sushi. Representing land - a roasted slice of Japanese black beef that melts in your mouth. From the ocean - natural sea bream garnished with salt and lemon. All pieces are seasoned flawlessly to enhance each flavor. Experience Inagiku’s gourmet flavors.

Kawari Soba $15
(black sesame seed flavor)

Kawari Soba is a special dinner soba noodle mixed with the flavor of the day. With over 50 ingredients to choose from, soba dough is kneaded daily with ingredients like sesame seed, basil, cilantro or yuzu citrus. Availability limited to 8-10 servings per day, Kawari Soba is a truly unique soba unlike any other. New summer lunch menu includes Yakitori Don-premium chicken skewers grilled with the original sauce, served over rice.

Spring Rolls $7

Su Restaurant specializes in hearty vegetarian and vegan dishes with a wide array of mushrooms, fruit, vegetables, soy, seitan and tofu. Their most popular appetizer - Spring Rolls are prepared with only the freshest enoki mushrooms, bamboo shoots, carrots, cabbage and soy protein. It is savory yet healthy, and Su Restaurant is an excellent choice for the health conscious to enjoy gourmet food.

Yakitori Kaiseki (Omakese) $75
*Dishes may vary depending on availability.

Yakitori chicken skewer expert Tori Shin offers Yakitori Kaiseki, a course meal prepared with seasonal ingredients. Dishes include fried eggplant & okra in soup, chicken sushi with wasabi mayo, tsukune meatballs and the original chicken wings. These skewers are grilled to perfection and taste just divine. Summer dining calls for beer, and they serve the most delicious beer chilled the Tori Shin way.

Mango Ice Shower $4.50

Popular for the fresh and natural cream puffs, Beard Papa now offers original parfaits for the summer. Mango Ice Shower is layered with shaved ice and pure mango sauce, topped with juicy chunks of Apple Mango specially handpicked from over 1,000 breeds of mango. It is not only refreshing but also full of vitamins! Green Tea Ice Shower with mochi rice cakes is also delicious and fun to taste.

Vanilla-Apple Pudding Cake
(8 inches, serves 6-8) $29.95

Starting this summer, ChikaLicious will have take-out cakes available. Cakes offered are Vanilla-Apple Pudding, White Chocolate Mousse and Chocolate Mousse. The Vanilla-Apple Pudding is full of textures and delicious flavors - thick creamy pudding, the natural sweetness of caramel, the rich aroma of vanilla against the tanginess of apples is heavenly. Cakes are baked for your specific pickup time.

Set of Artisan Green Tea Ice Cream
(Matcha, Houjicha, Genmaicha) $10

Savory ice cream is made from three kinds of teas; matcha ($4), houjicha ($3.75), and genmaicha ($3.50). It is a tasty treat for sophisticated tastes, and for those who prefer a sweet treat with a kick, try Matcha Banana Shake ($5) made with banana puree, milk and sweetened matcha. This nourishing shake gives you a boost of energy and lifts your spirit. Ward off the summer heat with TAFU’s sumptuous summer treats!

Kushi Mochi Ice Cream $7

Yakitori served at Yakitori Torys are just about authentic as those found in Tokyo. To conclude your night at Torys, they suggest the mouthwatering Kushi Mochi Ice Cream, a charming dessert that resembles yakitori. Vanilla, matcha and red bean flavored ice creams are each wrapped in a thin layer of mochi rice cake, and served on a stick. The kitchen offers a variety of wine and fusion dishes like carpaccio as well.