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Izakaya Juraku is a lively Japanese gastropub in NYC’s Lower East Side, known for bold cocktails, flavorful small plates, and a vibrant, welcoming ambiance. Enjoy crispy karaage (featured on NYT Cooking), signature yakitori skewers, handrolls, and our viral Wasabi Shake Shake Fries. Sip on expertly crafted drinks, from our Katana Shots to Matcha Sake Bombs, alongside a large selection of Japanese craft beers, premium sake, and whisky. Whether for a casual night out or late-night bites, experience the best of traditional and modern izakaya culture. Dine-in, pickup, or delivery available.
Ramen, dumplings & bento boxes, plus sake & craft beer, in a narrow, industrial-style cafe.
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 12–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 12–10 PM |
| Thursday | 12–10 PM |
| Friday | 12–10 PM |
| Saturday | 12–10 PM |
| Sunday | 12–10 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 121 Ludlow St, New York, NY 10002
Phone: (212) 477-0100
Website: http://www.izakayajuraku.com/
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Reservations: resy.com
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Reviews
Patrick Leon
Highly recommended! Try the okonomiyaki fries! But don’t skip on the more standard options either. We had takoyaki, several skewers, karaage, a hand roll, and drinks. Everything was fresh, served hot, and very flavorful. We were late for our reservation (and called to inform) and the staff were very accommodating. One of the owners, Keyo, even came to check on us a few times and chat about his story. We felt so welcomed and left feeling satisfied and full! Can’t wait to go back! Such a great experience.
… morer s
Try all the skewers, just try them all! The fried tofu was delicious, black garlic ramen was a stand out and the katsu curry was delightful. Service was nice and helpful, atmosphere was decent for a week night dinner. Would definitely return.
… moreAyaka Kamei
Everything was so good! Yakitori, Salmon and Ikura bowl, shakashaka fries, karaage, garlic edamame, drinks, beef don, skewers (omg Hotate!), everything was tasty. Why did I not take pics!? Because I was eating nonstop!
The service was excellent, and the atmosphere was uplifting without being too loud—perfect. Will definitely be back!
… moreThe service was excellent, and the atmosphere was uplifting without being too loud—perfect. Will definitely be back!
Natalia Rachuta
We were here at 02.01. Everything was absolutely delicious! The ramen was outstanding, especially the brown butter and black garlic kuro. The loaded fries and the katsu cutlet were also excellent. All dishes were beautifully presented and full of flavor.
The ambiance was very nice and inviting, and the staff were friendly and attentive. Service was quick and pleasant. Overall, a great experience – we’ll definitely come back!
… moreThe ambiance was very nice and inviting, and the staff were friendly and attentive. Service was quick and pleasant. Overall, a great experience – we’ll definitely come back!
Edward Downer
This place is now a birthday tradition, for several of us. The food is delightful. The cocktails well constructed and with purpose. The sake, whiskey, beer and just generally alcohol selection is extensive, each item unique. However, the standout component of this izakaya are the staff. The owner knows his stuff and is eager to go into a deep discussion of all things related to his trade. We had a full discussion, with practical applications, of Japanese, Mexican and Jamaican rums that then continued into awamori. If you are enthusiastic that enthusiasm will be returned in kind.
… moreGovinda Basil
If you’re looking for a great place to unwind with some well prepared drinks, vibrant atmosphere, and delicious food I recommend you give this place a try. Be warned some of the drinks are made strong so make sure you ask for what you want or ask for a recommendation (they are really good with these :p). Kiyo is an amazing owner and does his best to keep everything running smoothly( he deserves the best in life). If you’re reading this bro thanks for the drink you made and I appreciate the cece introduction to you. Overall I’d give this place a true 5/5 because of how long flexible the menu can be, the great staff, and the atmosphere can really bring the social energy out of you.
… moreBlaze
Great day for ramen, seeing how cold NYC is right now. This truly hit the spot. Table for two, we had the spicy ramen and the brown butter ramen. Delicious! Highly recommend.
… moreJonathan Lim
Overall the izakaya is worth a visit and I will likely return to try more dishes. The skewers are tasty, flavourful and mostly fairly priced. However, one draw back is that they only seem to offer a tare version and no shio version. In addition, there seems to be a good variety of dishes. One standout dish was the Pork Kakuni which was really delicious.
As for other dishes, I would say the oden was lacking additional broth and at minimum should have had a few more radishes. Another example is the rock shrimp tempura which was okay but we felt normal shrimp tempura would have been better.
I will have to visit again and try more dishes. Since my overall experience was good.
… moreAs for other dishes, I would say the oden was lacking additional broth and at minimum should have had a few more radishes. Another example is the rock shrimp tempura which was okay but we felt normal shrimp tempura would have been better.
I will have to visit again and try more dishes. Since my overall experience was good.
unagi
Wandered in for the brunch menu and it was a solid, filling meal. Tried the loaded brunch bowl and I left wishing I had tried some of their skewers or other stuff on their menu. Tokyo Lemonade was delicious.
Definitely will be back to try more! The atmosphere was everything.
… moreDefinitely will be back to try more! The atmosphere was everything.
Mia Huynh
I came here for dinner with one of my friends one day and we had a great time. We didn’t have reservations, so we were seated at the bar. I highly recommend making reservations as this place was PACKED on a weekend night. Service here is amazing. My friend ordered a matcha beer and one of the staff brought out ice cream for us to enjoy it with because it was supposedly amazing—and it was. So so grateful for it!
We ordered the agedashi tofu and two bowls of ramen for our food. Everything was delicious. The agedashi tofu was flavorful and a good portion. I love how they had a vegetarian ramen. I got their veggie ramen and loved it. It was flavorful, came with lots of tofu and veggies, and very comforting. Great vibe inside, and cool decor (+ a projector playing One Piece!).
… moreWe ordered the agedashi tofu and two bowls of ramen for our food. Everything was delicious. The agedashi tofu was flavorful and a good portion. I love how they had a vegetarian ramen. I got their veggie ramen and loved it. It was flavorful, came with lots of tofu and veggies, and very comforting. Great vibe inside, and cool decor (+ a projector playing One Piece!).