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Izakaya NoMad
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An izakaya gastropub in NoMad described as the first to use that term in New York — owner Moku serves Japanese skewers and small plates with Happy Hour on weekday evenings.
- Price
- ¥¥
- Area
- NoMad
- Since
- 2014
- Owner
- Moku

Plate № 670
About
Izakaya NoMad at 13 West 26th Street was opened by Japanese entrepreneur Moku, who wanted to bring izakaya culture to a neighborhood where it was sparse. Manhattan Sideways describes it as 'the first izakaya around to call themselves a Japanese gastropub.' The restaurant features an open kitchen with a yakitori chef and runs weekday happy hour from 5–7 PM.
Neighborhood & visiting
Izakaya NoMad sits in NoMad, one of New York's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. Reservations are available online — for a focused izakaya counter this is strongly recommended. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional izakaya restaurants often close between service periods.
Why it's on Washoku Guide
- First to describe itself as a Japanese gastropub in New York
- Open kitchen yakitori grill
- Weekday Happy Hour 5–7 PM
- NoMad / Flatiron — serves a neighborhood underserved by izakaya
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About Izakaya NoMad
- Is Izakaya NoMad an authentic izakaya restaurant in New York?
- Yes — Izakaya NoMad is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for izakaya in New York: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused izakaya format.
- Where is Izakaya NoMad located?
- Izakaya NoMad is located at 13 West 26th Street, New York, NY 10010, New York, USA in the NoMad neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Izakaya NoMad?
- Izakaya NoMad accepts reservations online. For an authentic izakaya experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
- What is the price range at Izakaya NoMad?
- Izakaya NoMad sits in the ¥¥ price range — typical for izakaya of this format in New York.
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