I was looking for a restaurant for the evening and wasn't in the mood for the usual. Definitely something Japanese... Naka Naka is tiny, maybe a little bigger than most New York city apartments. Little details like Origami on the tables, subdued woodwork and a great sound system give this restaurant a very refined elegance.
First course:
Shungiko goma-ae,
Mame Aji nan-ban zuke
Okara
2nd course:
Sashimi morianawe
Dessert:
Mochi and Antnitcu
All washed down with Ichanokura Taru, a sake with an incredibly refreshing aroma of Japanese cedar. This is not a restaurant that is trying to outdo itself by it's decor, sake list or even it's food. But all three come together like a piece of Japanese tanka.
458 W 17th St
New York, NY 10011
tel: (212) 929-8544
I completely agree with you about the nitpicking and passionless commentary about food. Funny that I was thinking exactly about this a few days ago. I love the photos and you make me want to go to these places. Waaaaaaaaaaaahhhhhhhh
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