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Sozai (Japanese Izakaya Ramen), New York, NY

Sozai (Japanese Izakaya Ramen)

4.7
4.7
33 Reviews
$31 to $50
Japanese

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 19 times today
  • Hot spot
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Vegetarian-friendly
S O Z A I... IZAKAYA RAMEN
HIGHBALL : BEER : SAKE : SHOCHU : WINE

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Izakaya, Ramen
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–2:45 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–10:45 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–11:45 pm
  • Phone number
    (646) 914-4242
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress

What 33 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Sozai Japanese Izakaya Ramen offers "amazing food" with a "serene and charming" atmosphere, perfect for a quick meal or leisurely dining. Guests rave about the "attentive, friendly service" and "yummy ramen." With authentic Japanese dishes, creative takes on traditional flavors, and a delightful happy hour, it's a must-visit.

33 Reviews
  1. ivan

    VIP

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 7 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    great little spot. i recommend the hamachi crudo (and ramen)

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  2. New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 3 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very impressive Japanese restaurant. I'm Japanese live in Tokyo but Sozai is as good as ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ restaurant in Tokyo. I can't wait for the next time already!

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  3. Samantha

    New York State

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 26 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing!! Portions were small though for the price which was disappointing but service was great!

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  4. Vanessa

    New York City

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 22 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Cool vibe and great appetizers and yummy ramen! A great quick eat before the theater!

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  5. Alex

    London

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 16 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Really good ramen! One of the best I had. Service was very attentive, friendly and great

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  6. amy

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 5 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Very good, great customer service! Would definitely return!

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  7. nick

    VIP

    West Palm Beach

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 4 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food, staff and overall an A+. A must if you’re into great Ramen and creative Japanese dishes!

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Cleveland

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 3 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fast friendly service. Booths provide privacy. Good prices.

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  9. Wayne

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 30 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent ramen and authentic Japanese with nice whiskey selection to boot

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  10. Quincy

    VIP

    New York City

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 25 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Good experience and good host with the service. We will definitely recommend

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FAQs

Sozai (Japanese Izakaya Ramen) is rated 4.7 stars by 33 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 19 times today
Google Map for Sozai (Japanese Izakaya Ramen)

19 W 45th St, New York, NY 10036

Additional information

  • Area
    Rockefeller Center
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–2:45 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–10:45 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–11:45 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Izakaya, Ramen
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access
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