Lucky Cat
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Hours
Sun
12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Mon
12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Tue
12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Wed
12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Thu
12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Fri
12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Sat
12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Ratings and reviews
4.5
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CUISINES
Japanese, Asian
Meals
Lunch, Dinner
FEATURES
Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Table Service
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CUISINES
Japanese, Asian
Meals
Lunch, Dinner
FEATURES
Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Table Service
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4.5
49 reviews
Excellent
30
Very good
16
Average
3
Poor
0
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L Tran
New York City660 contributions
Jun 2023 • solo
The truffle ramen was not available for lunch, so I went with their signature ramen, which was very good. The broth was rich enough, the pork belly fat melted in my mouth, and the egg was cooked right. Pricing was good as well.
Written June 21, 2023
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Mariusz S
Baulkham Hills314 contributions
Aug 2023 • family
I really liked the food here and the atmosphere. Felt very authentic with the way it was laid out and with the fittings and the artwork. It felt like it would be my local Izakaya if I lived in NYC.
The food was very good, the ramen was rich and deserving attention. The menu was well put together so I would have loved to come back there if I had the time. Definitely worth the visit.
Written September 30, 2023
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Sandrine Jourdan
10 contributions
Dec 2023 • couples
Not far from our hotel we ended up at the Lucky Cat which was next door. Amazingly surprised by the cosy decoration. Meals are tasty and affordable. Definitely recommend.
Written May 7, 2024
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jeff6
Englewood150 contributions
Nov 2023 • friends
Neighborhood favorite for Asian-style food. Smallish space makes for crowded conditions, but generally happily chaotic.
Written February 17, 2024
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Marc B
San Francisco5 contributions
May 2023 • couples
Delicious japanese food in lively surroundings. Seems very authentic to me. Most other guests were japanese
Written May 12, 2023
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Josh D
New York City895 contributions
Jul 2020 • family
I have not had ramen since January 18!! I had no idea I could physically handle being away from my ramen for so long since it is basically my lifeblood!! I was in a short play back in March (before all this virus stuff happened) and one of the characters in my play was named Mr Fried Chicken #2!! That guy happens to feel the way about fried chicken as I feel for noodle soup!! I do think coming here was very fun because I ate outside and it was a humbling experience to eat ramen for the first time in months!! I got the tontkotsu ramen which I demolished!! The gyozas were also so good!! I got my ramune which was very good!! The waiter was nice and seemed like a ramen fan!! The place had nice Japanese artifacts and they were playing Japanese anime and I think that was also very cool!! Anyway you should all come here!!
Written July 20, 2020
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92Ruben14
126 contributions
Jan 2020 • family
Amazing ramen and rice, the best the taste of the dessert.
Cheap prize and good quality of the products and the service.
I went at 5pm and beer prize was 3$. Excellent!
Written February 10, 2020
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BXzilla
Santa Monica394 contributions
Dec 2019 • solo
Once you step into this cozy restaurant you are transported to some place in Japan. From the Japanese cartoons on the TV to the anime on the walls to the giant Lucky Cat, this is a taste and feel of local Japan in Manhattan. You need to experience the food, service and ambiance.
Written December 14, 2019
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Andrew C
Boston771 contributions
Sep 2019 • family
Good is authentic and amazing. Mentaiko pasta, okonomiyaki and chicken wings are all top notch. Service is fast and pleasant. Great place for dinner or late night snack.
Written September 12, 2019
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Tim
Doha151 contributions
May 2019 • friends
Love this kind of small authentic Japanese restaurants. Had few beers and shoju with friend of mine. We ordered lots of food. Lacked a flavor but overall was good. Some of the kushiyakis/skewers were chewy. However we enjoyed the atmosphere and drinks.
Written May 27, 2019
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shermannj
Princeton159 contributions
May 2019 • solo
Very authentic food and feel. This is like the type of small shop you would encounter the n Tokyo. Quality and real variety. Nice staff. Very good experience
Written May 5, 2019
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Jay S
Boca Raton24 contributions
Jan 2019 • friends
This establishment is by far the best ramen noodle shop in Manhattan. I’ve lived here for a few years and am always looking for good noodles. I’m always on the hunt for different types of spots from chains places like Wagamama to locals hole in the walls. I recently went to a place called Oramwn on 6th ave and 16th street. Their noodles were good but service was ok at best. Lucky Cat’s noodles, poached egg and service far exceeds any of the other shops I’ve been too. The people working at Lucky Cat are nice and very attentive. They have beer specials all day. On top of noodles they have great Chirashi sushi and other lunch specials.
There is a small spot actoss the street from then that also serves noodles. I went there buts it’s just not the same. Oramen on 6th is ok at best.
If you’re looking for a nice ramen noodle on a cold day or even a spicy noodle dish on a sick day, this is the spot to go too.
Written January 29, 2019
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Matt w
8 contributions
Jan 2019 • family
This place is small and ramshackle looking but the food is why I’ll always make this my go-to ramen spot when I’m in nyc. Everything I’ve tried here has been absolutely delicious. The scallop appetizer is fresh and delicious, my favorite ramen bowl is the signature “lucky cat”.. spicy and savory. Very authentic food
Written January 23, 2019
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David A
New York City26 contributions
Jan 2019 • friends
A delightfully funky, highly authentic and delicious Japanese restaurant, Lucky Cat is a lucky find. Our staff went there for a happy hour visit. The ramen got rave reviews and other specialties were equally delicious. $6 cocktails and an extensive menu were easy on the wallets. Go there and “get lucky”...in more ways than one!
Written January 12, 2019
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Andrew C
Boston771 contributions
Oct 2018 • family
Went for a second and third time. Food very solid. Chicken teriyaki don is excellent. meat is extremely tender, doesn't even taste like chicken breast. the mentaiko noodles was also amazing, as was the pancake. service was pretty fast. would warn that it can get extremely crowded on weekends, especially in the evening so do bear in mind. other than that, solid food. great for a late night snack.
Written November 16, 2018
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