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Traditional Robata Style Japanese Cuisine
  • $$$$
    RatingAvg. Dinner Entrée
    $$$$$Greater than $25
    $$$$$18.01 - $25
    $$$$12.01 - $18
    $$$7.01 - $12
    $Less than $7
  • Japanese, Sushi
  • 115 E 18th St, New York 10003
  • (Btwn Park Ave S & Irving Pl)
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User Ratings (Based on 27 reviews)

Food Value
Service Atmosphere

Other Restaurant Info

Phone:
(212) 387-8885
Fax:
(212) 228-5751
Website:
www.butai.us
Notes:
Delivery Take Out Major Credit Cards
Hours:
Lunch Mon-Fri: 12pm-3pm Dinner Sun-Wed: 5pm-11pm Thu-Sat: 5pm-12am
Serves:
Lunch, Dinner
Features:
Happy Hour, Delivery, Accepts Credit Cards
Min Delivery:
15.00
Delivery Area:
9th to 29th St 1st Ave to 7th Ave

User Reviews

  • Posted by Anonymous on 02/04/2007

    Walk right past this restaurant...

    We walked by this restaurant and thought the decor was interesting although the tables were empty. We decided to try take out. What a mistake. The portions were tiny and it was the most expensive take out we've ordered in 8 years in Manhattan. As for the food, the grilled skewers were cold, the kalbi was so fatty and tough that we couldnt chew it. The sushi was okay but we've had much better. I would recommend walking right past this restaurant.

  • Posted by anonymous on 12/05/2006

    Know what you're getting into

    I'm from Japan, and let me say that the food is pretty authentic and i definately enjoyed every bite coz it reminded me of home...BUT having said that it is also very pricey. We had a three hour dinner, japanese style, drinking and eating little by little. The portions are similar to portions you find in Japan rather than in America, so you are supposed to order a various items for the table, share the food and take your time while eating enjoying a few beers. So don't get shocked at the end when your bill is high. You're paying for the experience. So if you're can spend the cash its worth your time.

  • Posted by mm mm good on 12/01/2006

    What a Find!

    I found this little gem on menu pages 2 months ago and have been back several times. I was looking for something that wasn't too expensive and could bring my friends to while they were visiting. It is So cute inside and the waitresses/waiters are very nice. The food was good and so are the drinks. The hot bartender is a big flirt too, which I love. ;) Definitely recommend.

  • Posted by Elle Gee on 11/28/2006

    Disappointed

    I came here with some friends and we all marveled at how nice the decor was and everything and our waitress was friendly as well. However, when we recieved our food, the portions were ridiculous. these were main course meals that were the size of appetizers. We all left hungry, we had to go and get some food from somewhere else afterwards.

  • Posted by irishpuma on 10/05/2006

    So glad we decided to try

    Best sushi. We couldnt say one bad thing about this place. A must try!

  • Posted by Yummy on 06/25/2006

    Best sushi in the city

    It may sound insane but I've been to Nobu, Koi, Sushi Samba, Blue Ribbon Sushi, and MORE...Butai tops the list. Coming from California, I have seen how different the fish is in NY and Butai some how has same fresh fish I used to get on the Pacific. Go if you can and I promise it won't disappoint.

  • Posted by Foodie on 06/19/2006

    Amazing and Chic

    I simply love this restaurant. The decor is absolutely beautiful and the food is delicious. Everything is very fresh and excellently prepared. Try the jidori (dark meat grilled chicken)...it is to die for! Some of the best and most tender chicken I've ever had. And the short ribs too...so subtly flavorful. Great rolls and sushi as well. Great sake, very friendly service, a great place to take a party of friends, some business colleagues, or a date.

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