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EN Japanese Brasserie

4.6
4.6
2528 Reviews
$31 to $50
Japanese
Experience Japanese dining in a beautiful, authentic Japanese restaurant located in the West Village of Manhattan. We offer the rich traditions of Japanese cooking with modern yet relaxed style of dining centered around a procession of small plates.


We adhere to the fundamentals of Japanese cooking: respecting the ingredients and their natural flavors, cooking in the moment, and letting the ingredients speak for themselves. We have created an extensive menu, featuring dishes as fresh tofu (prepared six times a night), saikyo miso black cod, stone grilled Washugyu and Wagyu steaks, an assortment of sashimi and sushi rolls and three signature EN Kaiseki tasting menus. To compliment your dining experience, we have developed a list of over 80 sakes and 36 shochus as well as carefully crafted signature cocktails and wine list. Polish your meal off with a choice from 60 Japanese whiskies, a lineup that is hard to beat.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 60 times today

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Other options

  • Order online
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Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Japanese, Asian, Sushi

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–2:00 am Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (212) 647-9196

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, Eurocheque Card, JCB, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Owned/operated by

    Asian and Pacific Islander, Women

  • Executive chef

    Kenjiro Shioyama

  • Catering

    EN Japanese Brasserie is pleased to offer offsite catering for parties large and small. With customizable menus available for birthdays, business luncheons or dinners, gallery openings and private parties, the possibilities are endless. For more information on menus and pricing options, please see the Banquet Contact.

  • Private party facilities

    Sun-lit and quaint, dim and romantic, festive gettogethers or formal business entertaining, we do it all. 5 private rooms can be configured to accommodate a variety of party sizes. The front lounge and whole restaurant are available for buyouts as well. Party menus and bar packages are customizable.

  • Private party contact

    EN Japanese Brasserie: (888) 670-4157

  • Neighborhood

    West Village

  • Cross street

    Leroy Street

  • Parking details

    Street parking is abundant near the EN, however; if you have trouble finding it, Caliante Car Park is located at 115 Leroy st., between Hudson st. and Greenwich st, just a half a block from EN.

  • Public transit

    Houston 1 Train located at west Houston and 7th ave, is the closest train to EN Japanese Brasserie. From the station walk one block west to Hudson Street, turn right, and then walk two blocks north to Leroy st. - the West 4th street station (A, C, E, F, D or B) is the next closest station. From the station walk west from 6th ave.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 2,528 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

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  1. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New England

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall3food3service1ambience4
    Waiter was dismissive and not helpful He set the tone for a less than fulfilling expensive evening When asked for advice or assistance he offered one word answers
  2. n

    noname

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    A few things have been removed from the menu that we loved, especially fresh tofu. The rolls are more American and less authentically Japanese. But, we love EN!
  3. M

    Marco70

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place, my favorite in NYC…have been going there for years.
  4. RC

    RaymondC

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 24, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Consistently good. Our server was very attentive to our needs.
  5. K

    Kris

    Washington DC

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a great dinner to celebrate our wedding anniversary. Amazing food!
  6. JH

    JackieH

    New York Area

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 19, 2022

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    delicious food! Perfect spot for really great seasonal Asian cuisine. Favorite dish was Yuzu Carpaccio & the salted Carmel mochi shortbread was nothing like I’ve ever had before. Definitely will be coming back.
  7. J

    Jnainny

    New York Area

    98 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    98 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Really great experience. Food is imaginative and yummy. Service is impeccable.
  8. AL

    AlexandraL

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Gorgeous and delicious. So many must-try dishes every time, some new, some (thankfully) stalwarts. All very creative and just perfect.
  9. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 18, 2022

    overall4food3service4ambience5
    Savory dishes (sukiyaki and black cod) were a little too sweet for my taste, but the restaurant’s ambiance was lovely
  10. F

    Family

    New York Area

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As always excellent if a little expensive.
  11. A

    Alex

    New York Area

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 13, 2022

    overall3food3service4ambience5
    None of the things I ordered yesterday were impressive, especially for the price point. The oyster rice pot was disgusting, felt like there was absolutely no seasoning and the oysters were canned. The veggie tempura was unimpressive. The carpaccio was overdressed, with a type of coleslaw underneath. The only redemption of the meal was the cod and the cocktail I had.
  12. m

    maselle

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 11, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food, very special. The service was great. A delight from the beginning to the end.
  13. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 6, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I went for my birthday dinner, it was great. The food was amazing and the restaurant is beautiful.
  14. PC

    PeggyC

    Caribbean

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful food and service. Cool place.
  15. AF

    AndrewF

    New York Area

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Great date spot and a must if you like Japanese Whiskey
  16. p

    pooks

    New England

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 2, 2022

    overall3food3service4ambience5
    Food was not up to par with the price. Ordered A5 Wagyu and they served it well done the first time, then it was raw with the middle still cold the second time. Overpriced.
  17. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 1, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent. All
  18. MA

    MinaA

    New York Area

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 25, 2022

    overall2food2service3ambience4
    This was my second time at this restaurant and I have decided also my last. The food is simply unreasonably expensive, and this time quality was also questionable. The servers are too intrusive possibly because there are too many of them.
  19. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 23, 2022

    overall3food5service3ambience5
    Food is always great, prices are silly high… big caveat, they don’t make the tofu that they once were famous for.
  20. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 19, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Celebrated a friends birthday here and the service was great! My friend is vegan and our server was very patient and accommodating. Nice ambience.
  21. r

    randyp

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 16, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is one of NYCs great restaurants. Always some new surprises and the main menu is a workhorse of cant go wrong amazing stuff.
  22. M

    Maxtwopaxs

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 15, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience, beautiful atmosphere, great service and food was amazing as always!
  23. m

    marla

    New York Area

    78 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    78 reviews

    Dined on October 14, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I've been going to En for many years and always love it...but last night surpassed any former visit. Everything was extraordinarily delicious and fresh. I've had many versions of Hirame Usuzukuri all over the world and this was the winner!! Service is sweet and wonderful, decor and room is beautiful. Thank you for always improving, but please bring back the home made tofu!!
  24. MD

    MatthewD

    New York Area

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on October 12, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    After a disastrous experience 10 months ago, I gave this favorite haunt (which I have patronized since it opened) another chance. Happy to report that this time the food and service were top notch, although they did try to seat me at a table next to the service area after I expressly informed them not to. That was, fortunately, immediately readied and our server was knowledgeable about new items on the menu and made excellent suggestions. 5 stars.
  25. JG

    JGR83

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 12, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always an incredible culinary adventure.
  26. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 6, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Staff was extremely friendly and professional, food was amazing
  27. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Birthday for my boyfriend. Was amazing and elegant
  28. SJ

    SusanJ

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Helpful and cordial service. Great food.
  29. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 20, 2022

    overall1food3service1ambience2
    we’ve come to En Brasserie quite a few times in the past so this was definitely an outlier. Service was all over the place. Our server seemed to be stretched a bit too thin and forgot to bring us our utensils and bowls for nearly every course of the tasting menu. The vegan tasting menu lacked much flavor. The fried edamame puff was really bad and needed some sort of sauce. We’ve had the tasting menu in the past and it’s what brought us back so many times. The only menu items we did enjoy were ones that we ordered a la carte (black miso cod, miso eggplant). We’ll absolutely be back but thought this visit was well well below par. The Hostess was an absolute joy though!
  30. JP

    JPTruman

    New York Area

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 17, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Expensive food but everything we ate was delicious. Noise level was humming but not overbearing.
  31. YM

    YM1981

    New York Area

    12 reviews

    2.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2022

    overall2food1service5ambience3
    The food was very disappointing. Heard so many great things about this place, and yet, the food was mediocre at best. I would not recommend. Everything was overly seasoned and heavy.
  32. MA

    MAYA

    London

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 8, 2022

    overall3food3service5ambience4
    The food was just ok for the price of the food. Nothing special about it. The people were very nice and the restaurant is spacious and pretty.
  33. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 7, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service and environment are top notch.
  34. T

    Tembrel

    New York Area

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on September 7, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was an unusual one-off event: 16 small course omakase focusing on seafood, prepared by Chef Ken in front of 8 diners (which is rare for EN). Everything was beautifully presented, with some standouts being an abalone "oden", a squid with caviar nigiri, and the opening seasonal vegetables in jelly. Just as importantly, I felt welcomed and special from the start, which is something that many high end restaurants have trouble getting right. I also had a wonderful sake pairing with the meal that included some old favorites and some new to me.
  35. T

    Trace

    Tampa

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on September 4, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Impeccable atmosphere, attentive service, and delectably crafted cuisine. What an amazing experience!
  36. NY

    NYdiner7

    New York Area

    47 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    47 reviews

    Dined on September 4, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We wanted to catch up with out-of-town friends who appreciates great dining experiences. This place delivered on all points - amazing food, excellent service without being pretentious, cool ambiance, and low noise level which allowed us to converse at ease.
  37. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 1, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was delicious. Service was great and our server was more than accommodating. Definitely plan on coming back!
  38. u

    ultimaj

    New York Area

    37 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2022

    overall3food5service3ambience4
    I haven’t been to En in many years. Here what was missing compared to earlier visits: no traditional big greeting in Japanese from the staff. No freshly made tofu. The food was as excellent as ever. But maybe because we didn’t order their multi course dinner or not enough of their high price items, they brought everything in a hurried rush (except the shiso rice which came way after everything else. And we were in and out in a little over an hour!!!! Oh and we still spent $380 for 3 people with the tip. I would say not worth it.
  39. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 26, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Will be complaining to owners
  40. FT

    Food4Thought

    New York Area

    29 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on August 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    En Japanese Brasserie continues to excel. The taste and presentation of the food are superb. The restaurant offers an eclectic range of excellent sakes. The wait staff are attentive, courteous and competent.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from EN Japanese Brasserie using the Order Online button. EN Japanese Brasserie also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 647-9196.

EN Japanese Brasserie is rated 4.6 stars by 2528 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 60 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Other options

  • Order online
Google Map for EN Japanese Brasserie

435 Hudson Street, New York, NY 10014

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Leroy Street

  • Neighborhood

    West Village

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–2:00 am Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Japanese, Asian, Sushi

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Street parking is abundant near the EN, however; if you have trouble finding it, Caliante Car Park is located at 115 Leroy st., between Hudson st. and Greenwich st, just a half a block from EN.

  • Public transit

    Houston 1 Train located at west Houston and 7th ave, is the closest train to EN Japanese Brasserie. From the station walk one block west to Hudson Street, turn right, and then walk two blocks north to Leroy st. - the West 4th street station (A, C, E, F, D or B) is the next closest station. From the station walk west from 6th ave.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, Eurocheque Card, JCB, MasterCard, Visa

  • Owned/operated by

    Asian and Pacific Islander, Women

  • Executive chef

    Kenjiro Shioyama

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (212) 647-9196

  • Catering

    EN Japanese Brasserie is pleased to offer offsite catering for parties large and small. With customizable menus available for birthdays, business luncheons or dinners, gallery openings and private parties, the possibilities are endless. For more information on menus and pricing options, please see the Banquet Contact.

  • Private party facilities

    Sun-lit and quaint, dim and romantic, festive gettogethers or formal business entertaining, we do it all. 5 private rooms can be configured to accommodate a variety of party sizes. The front lounge and whole restaurant are available for buyouts as well. Party menus and bar packages are customizable.

  • Private party contact

    EN Japanese Brasserie: (888) 670-4157

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