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Sake Bar Decibel
Master Critic Review
Sake Bar Decibel
7.7
Subterranean sake den that feels like Tokyo’s late-night alley bars, with an adventurous by-the-glass list. Small plates are simple but hit the right salty, grilled notes to support drinking. A classic East Village stop for sake exploration.
Must-Try Dishes:
Aged junmai sake pours, Grilled squid, Miso-marinated snacks
Scores:
Value: 6.9
Service: 7.2
Consistency: 7.6
Food Quality: 6.3
Atmosphere: 8.5
Cultural Relevance: 8
What makes it special: NYC’s original underground sake bar dating to the 1990s.
Who should go: Sake lovers and night-owl bar hoppers.
When to visit: After dinner, especially Thu–Sat late.
What to order: Tasting flight, grilled squid, any staff-recommended bottle.
Insider tip: Grab a corner booth—best acoustics for conversation.