Best Japanese Restaurants in Garment District (10018)
4 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Chef's Table at Brooklyn Fare
A Michelin-level, Japanese-leaning seafood tasting counter hidden inside a Hudson Yards market.
Notable Picks
Chef’s Table at Brooklyn Fare is an omakase-style, seafood-focused tasting counter hidden in the back of a Hudson Yards grocery, now led by chefs Max Natmessnig and Marco Prins. Multi-course menus lean heavily on Japanese technique and pristine product, with meticulous pacing and polished service that make it one of Midtown’s most serious splurge destinations.
Must-Try Dishes:
Bluefin tuna taco, Uni and king crab course, A5 wagyu beef course
What makes it special: A Michelin-level, Japanese-leaning seafood tasting counter hidden inside a Hudson Yards market.
8.3
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Group Dining Gatherings
Happy Hour Hotspots
Zen Ramen & Sushi is a high-volume Midtown West standby for big-bowl ramen, happy-hour sushi rolls, and bento boxes a short walk from Penn Station and Times Square. Locals and visitors lean on it for dependable noodles, broad menu coverage, and one of the neighborhood’s more generous happy hour deals.
Must-Try Dishes:
Spicy tonkotsu shoyu ramen, Seafood ramen, Salmon teriyaki bento box
What makes it special: A sprawling Japanese crowd-pleaser with popular ramen and aggressive happy-hour pricing.
Worthy Picks
7.9
Catzuneko Shokudo is a 2025 Hell’s Kitchen newcomer pairing cat-themed décor with a tight menu of sushi, bentos, and comforting Japanese standards. Early buzz highlights its chirashi, bento boxes, and friendly, low-key service that makes the small dining room feel like a neighborhood secret.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chirashi bowl, Chef’s sushi special, Chicken karaage side
What makes it special: A cozy, cat-themed Japanese newcomer combining playful design with careful sushi and bento execution.
7.7
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Business Lunch Power Players
Quick Bites Champions
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Aya Sushi 314 is a compact, family-run Japanese spot just off Port Authority that emphasizes reliable rolls, bento boxes, and value-driven lunch specials. It’s a go-to for office workers and travelers who prioritize speed and portion size over décor, especially at midday.
Must-Try Dishes:
Three-roll lunch special with miso soup, Salmon Lover sushi combo, Chicken tempura udon
What makes it special: A small, family-run sushi shop known for generous lunch combos near Port Authority.