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Tampopo Kitchen
Sushi & UdonUdonJapanese seafoodToyosu fishsakeWashington Heights
Uptown neighborhood sushi and udon spot co-owned by a Japanese chef sourcing premium fish directly from Toyosu Market in Tokyo.
- Price
- ¥¥
- Area
- Washington Heights / Hudson Heights
- Owner
- Josh Frank & Nanae Mameuda-Frank
Plate № 2610
About
Tampopo Kitchen is the sushi and udon sibling of Tampopo Ramen, both co-owned by Josh Frank and his Japanese wife Nanae Mameuda-Frank. Located on West 187th Street in Hudson Heights, the restaurant brings Toyosu Market-quality fish — including bluefin tuna, amberjack, and salmon — to a Washington Heights neighborhood that historically lacked this caliber of Japanese cuisine. The udon noodles are made from scratch daily, served with toppings like premium Wagyu beef and slow-poached duck. The space carries a cozy, manga-wallpapered Japanese aesthetic that resonates with the local community.
Why it's on Washoku Guide
- Premium fish sourced directly from Tokyo's Toyosu Market twice weekly ensures Edomae-quality sushi in an unlikely uptown setting.
- Fresh-made-daily udon noodles with luxurious toppings like Wagyu beef and slow-poached duck are a rare find north of 110th Street.
- The Japanese co-owner's vision brings an authentically traditional approach to sushi and noodle preparation to Washington Heights.
- A neighborhood institution that continues to expand uptown Japanese dining options at accessible prices.
Sister restaurant to Tampopo Ramen at 1 Bennett Ave.
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Frequently asked
About Tampopo Kitchen
- Is Tampopo Kitchen an authentic sushi & udon restaurant in New York?
- Yes — Tampopo Kitchen is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for sushi & udon in New York: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused sushi format.
- Where is Tampopo Kitchen located?
- Tampopo Kitchen is located at 805 W 187th St, New York, NY 10040, New York, United States in the Washington Heights / Hudson Heights neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Tampopo Kitchen?
- Tampopo Kitchen accepts reservations online. For an authentic sushi experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
- What is the price range at Tampopo Kitchen?
- Tampopo Kitchen sits in the ¥¥ price range — typical for sushi & udon of this format in New York.
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