Zenkichi
(Now Closed)Japanese Restaurant$$$$
Williamsburg, Brooklyn
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Elise RansomFebruary 3, 2017The seasonal omakase was amazing. The food was delicious and the experience made it even better. You can relax and savor your food.
Philipp NassJanuary 31, 2018Had the tasting menu combined with the basic sake tasting menu. Everything was extremely delicious. However, I believe the place is a bit too pricey.
Nao MizDecember 25, 2011TRUST me. Order the Omakase, sit back, and relax. If you have a choice for dessert, try the Mineoka Tofu. It will melt in your mouth...:)
Bobby MathewsMay 21, 2014Great ambiance. Good place for a date. Omakase is on the pricey side but every dish was splendid and very tasty.
Stinne WilhelmsenJune 6, 2015Excellent Japanese service. Private dining, lamb lollies, duck salad, tuna sashimi was favourites.
SparkieNovember 6, 2014You’ll recognize the entrance to Zenkichi because of its discreet door (in a wood-paneled wall) with the number ‘77’ above it.
Trace CohenJuly 22, 2010The sake here is amazing, make sure to ask the waitress to describe them all to you. Also the atmosphere makes you feel like you are in Japan, when you're really in Brooklyn. There are also buttons
Ajay ChainaniAugust 9, 2014It's a good place for a date (not a first date). Try the Anago and Cream Cheese Tempura. It's legit.
Robert BrisitaMay 30, 2015Order the omakase with basic and premium sake flights to share between both of you.
Justin OrgelFebruary 18, 2012Duck salad. Mochi potato balls. Lamb chop. Spicy udon. Try not to get a long table to avoid overhearing yuppie conversations. - @foodpusher
carla elaineDecember 28, 2012Lovely decor & service. Suggested: tako wasabi (x1937), sake tasting, lamb chops, kakuni. Skip: the omakase tasting, rice ball.
LucienNovember 18, 2012The Saikyo Miso Cod is so good you'll slap yo momma! Just don't actually slap your momma...you might get grounded... :)- Rem KoningMay 24, 2015Sushi is phenomenal and the private booths have you feeling like your dining in Tokyo
MarilynOctober 25, 2013Nice place, good service, great food. Must try Shrimp&Nasu tempura and Nagoya teba wings.
Arnoud AalbersbergOctober 6, 2016Awesome tasting menu. The benches you sit on are hardship though...
Joe KileyJanuary 9, 2019Sticky ok. Omakase menu while unique was a little too expensive for what it was. The setting was pretty cool though. Cool spot for a late in the game date.
Dana OMalleyJune 29, 2010Miso cod and frozen black sesame mousse are unreal. Highly recommend the tasting menu... a little bit of everything at a reasonable price. Sake selection is great!
William HubaDecember 19, 2014Delicious small plates and sake in a very romantic and intimate setting.
Leigh QuindaraJune 15, 2012A splurge, but a must do. Romantic/private atmosphere and a tasting menu to die for!
Jackie VSeptember 26, 2015Went here for a Christmas present and it was so fun. Thanks booths are romantic!
omikase is flippin' amazing and not pricey at $65/per person. seasonal menu... semi-private, romantic booths.
Lauren DocktorApril 22, 2012if you don't order omakase like me because of allergies, the hot udon is an absolute must!
Kelly BoneAugust 16, 2011Love the private booths and buzzers. If you ask, they offer a totally Vegetarian Omakase menu!
Indulgent EatsAugust 18, 2011Omakase is SO worth it, but if going a la carte, the cod and teba wings are a must.
I can't recommend this place enough. Everything is delicious.
Heather FinkJuly 13, 2011One of the most fun romantic spots, great for under table action! Do the tasting menu.
Sunny KApril 17, 2010Yea the food is good but its all stuff that can be made at home. Take it from a asian its overpriced. The sake is a different story. The selection is amazing.
Jason DrakefordMarch 27, 2010Simply the most delicious Japanese restaurant in Brooklyn hands down, and the romantic cozy private booths are great for your date :)
Jenny GregoryNovember 5, 2013On Free Williamsburg's 20 Best Restaurants in Williamsburg, Greenpoint and Bushwick
Design*SpongeMarch 27, 2011Great date night spot with your own private booth. The omakase is amazing!
Marz 1August 6, 2009Standouts: Blue Shrimp Sashimi w/ Tonburi, Tiger Shrimp & Shiitake Mushroom Tempura, Saikyo Miso Cod, Premium Nigiri Sushi, Frozen Black Sesame Mousse. Sake tasting FTW.
Scott AskinaziJuly 28, 2012Look for the hostess holding the red rope outside. A great romantic Japaneses restaurant.
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- Mon–Thu, Sun
- 5:30 PM–11:30 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 5:30 PM–Midnight
(718) 388-8985
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