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Takumen
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A cozy izakaya-cottage on 50th Ave in LIC with a sake bar, open kitchen, and a menu spanning ramen, sashimi, and poke.
- Price
- ¥¥
- Area
- Long Island City (LIC)
- Since
- 2016
- Owner
- Jinya K.
Plate № 1440
About
Takumen at 5-50 50th Ave in Long Island City is described by NYC Tourism as a 'casual izakaya that feels like a cozy Japanese cottage.' The open kitchen overlooks a sake bar, and the menu ranges from shoyu ramen and sashimi to Hawaiian poke and large salads. Yelp owner Jinya K. suggests Japanese management.
Neighborhood & visiting
Takumen sits in Long Island City (LIC), 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
- Cozy izakaya-cottage atmosphere in LIC
- Open kitchen with sake bar
- Menu spans ramen, sashimi, and poke
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Frequently asked
About Takumen
- Is Takumen an authentic izakaya restaurant in New York?
- Yes — Takumen 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 Takumen located?
- Takumen is located at 5-50 50th Avenue, Long Island City, NY 11101, New York, USA in the Long Island City (LIC) neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Takumen?
- Takumen accepts reservations online. For an authentic izakaya experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
- What is the price range at Takumen?
- Takumen sits in the ¥¥ price range — typical for izakaya of this format in New York.
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