New York · Donburi · a la carte
Uzuki
SobaSobaTowariGreenpointBrooklyn
A Greenpoint soba sanctuary from chef Shuichi Kotani — the only New York restaurant serving towari (100% buckwheat) soba exclusively, with seven preparations and a forthcoming omakase.
- Price
- ¥¥¥
- Area
- Greenpoint
- Since
- 2023
- Chef
- Shuichi Kotani
Plate № 1610
About
Uzuki opened in September 2023 at 95 Guernsey St in the 50 Norman complex in Greenpoint, founded by chef-owner Shuichi Kotani, who was raised in Hyogo Prefecture and moved to New York from Tokyo in 2008. The restaurant focuses entirely on towari soba — 100% buckwheat, no binding flour — across seven distinct preparations. Forbes (January 2024) profiled Kotani's obsessive commitment to buckwheat craft.
Neighborhood & visiting
Uzuki sits in Greenpoint, one of New York's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. Reservations are available online — for a focused donburi counter this is strongly recommended. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional donburi restaurants often close between service periods.
Why it's on Washoku Guide
- Only NYC restaurant serving exclusively towari (100% buckwheat) soba
- Chef Shuichi Kotani — raised in Hyogo Prefecture, moved from Tokyo 2008
- Seven soba preparations
- New York Times 'must-visit Fall 2023'
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Frequently asked
About Uzuki
- Is Uzuki an authentic soba restaurant in New York?
- Yes — Uzuki is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for soba in New York: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused donburi format.
- Where is Uzuki located?
- Uzuki is located at 95 Guernsey St, Brooklyn, NY 11222, New York, USA in the Greenpoint neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Uzuki?
- Uzuki accepts reservations online. For an authentic donburi experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
- What is the price range at Uzuki?
- Uzuki sits in the ¥¥¥ price range — typical for soba of this format in New York.
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