Is Sake Bar Decibel an authentic izakaya restaurant in New York?

Yes — Sake Bar Decibel 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 Sake Bar Decibel located?

Sake Bar Decibel is located at 240 E 9th St, New York, NY 10003, USA, New York, USA in the East Village neighborhood.

Do I need a reservation at Sake Bar Decibel?

Sake Bar Decibel accepts reservations online. For an authentic izakaya experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.

What is the price range at Sake Bar Decibel?

Sake Bar Decibel sits in the ¥¥ price range — typical for izakaya of this format in New York.

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Sake Bar Decibel

Name: Sake Bar Decibel
Address: 240 E 9th St, New York, NY 10003, USA, New York, USA
Telephone: +1 212-979-2733
Price range: ¥¥

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New York City's first and most celebrated sake bar — Sake Bar Decibel, open since 1993 in the East Village, pioneered Japanese underground bar culture in America.

Price: ¥¥
Area: East Village
Since: 1993
Owner: Bon Yagi (TIC Restaurant Group)

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About

Sake Bar Decibel opened in 1993 as Bon Yagi's first establishment and the first dedicated sake bar in New York City. Located in a basement on East 9th Street, the bar stocks over 100 sake varieties and serves Japanese izakaya small plates in a low-lit, underground atmosphere. Over 30 years later it remains one of the city's most atmospheric Japanese drinking establishments.

Neighborhood & visiting

Sake Bar Decibel sits in East Village, 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

New York's first dedicated sake bar — open since 1993
Founded by Bon Yagi — pioneer of NYC's Japanese sake culture
100+ sake varieties in an underground East Village basement
Over 30 years as NYC's most atmospheric Japanese bar

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Frequently asked

About Sake Bar Decibel

Is Sake Bar Decibel an authentic izakaya restaurant in New York?: Yes — Sake Bar Decibel 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 Sake Bar Decibel located?: Sake Bar Decibel is located at 240 E 9th St, New York, NY 10003, USA, New York, USA in the East Village neighborhood.
Do I need a reservation at Sake Bar Decibel?: Sake Bar Decibel accepts reservations online. For an authentic izakaya experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
What is the price range at Sake Bar Decibel?: Sake Bar Decibel sits in the ¥¥ price range — typical for izakaya of this format in New York.

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