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Nakama
IzakayaIzakayaLower East Side
A Lower East Side izakaya on Clinton Street serving Japanese small plates and sake in a casual neighborhood setting.
- Price
- ¥¥
- Area
- Lower East Side
Plate № 920
About
Nakama at 16 Clinton Street in the Lower East Side serves traditional izakaya fare — yakitori, gyoza, karaage, and sake — in a relaxed neighborhood setting. The restaurant occupies the Lower East Side's growing Japanese dining corridor.
Neighborhood & visiting
Nakama sits in Lower East Side, 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
- Traditional izakaya menu: yakitori, karaage, gyoza
- Lower East Side location in the Japanese dining corridor
- Casual and accessible
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Frequently asked
About Nakama
- Is Nakama an authentic izakaya restaurant in New York?
- Yes — Nakama 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 Nakama located?
- Nakama is located at 16 Clinton Street, New York, NY 10002, USA, New York, USA in the Lower East Side neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Nakama?
- Nakama accepts reservations online. For an authentic izakaya experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
- What is the price range at Nakama?
- Nakama sits in the ¥¥ price range — typical for izakaya of this format in New York.
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