The new restaurants just keep on coming to the Burg. This time, what the neighborhood definitely needed, a high quality Japanese restaurant. 1or8 - Atelier of Food, has been open just two months, and is located in a quiet stretch of Williamsburg, at the corner of South 2nd and Wythe.
The restaurant specializes in sushi - with an extensive selection, including special fish flown daily from Tokyo. Along with the usual sushi selections, there were items that most ordinary sushi restaurants don't serve, like Ankimo (monkfish liver) and Anago (sea eel). While we didn't try it on this visit, the Omakase is recommended, and features sushi chefs formerly of Jewel Bako and Sushi Samba. The appetizer selection is quite diverse and tasty as well, with special dishes ranging from Yellow tail Carpaccio, to Short rib croquettes.
The space is big and ultra modern, with white washed brick walls, and white furniture- all very reminiscent of Morimoto. While some may think the decor doesn't fit the neighborhood, it seems 1or8 is purposefully trying to set itself apart as a destination restaurant within Williamsburg.
What makes it good:
- Fresh fish flown daily from Tokyo
- Omakase option available at $40 per person at the Sushi bar
- Extensive sake and cocktail selection
- Open late (2-3am) and a nice big bar in front if you just want to have a drink and lite bite
Know before you go:
- A bit fancier than most restaurants in the burg, and the bill can add up
- Not very crowded yet
1or8 http://www.oneoreightbk.com/
66 South 2nd Street Brooklyn NY 11211 | 718-384-2152
Posts
0 comments:
Post a Comment