Had a delightful breakfast at Okonomi + Yuji Ramen @okonomi_yujiramen in Brooklyn, NYC last week! By day, the venue serves a Japanese breakfast and seamlessly transitions into a ramen shop come evening. At Okonomi, they offer the traditional Japanese set breakfast called Ichiju Sansai, translating to “One Soup Three Dishes”. This set includes your choice of roasted fish of the day, seven-grain rice, miso soup, tamagoyaki, tsukemono, and seasonal vegetables. I also added some extra touches: onsen tamago, ikura, and uni sourced from Maine.
The ambiance of the restaurant is intimate, featuring several bar seats and a few tables. Upon ordering, I was greeted with a soothing cup of tea, which was quite welcoming given the chilly weather that day. It didn’t take long for the beautifully presented dishes to arrive. I chose a fatty, miso-marinated white fish, which was cooked to perfection. I was guided to mix the onsen tamago, ikura, and uni with the seven-grain rice. The combination was a burst of umami and freshness. The soft-boiled egg added a silky texture to the rice, while the ikura offered a delightful pop with each bite.
What I adore about Japanese breakfasts is their deceptive simplicity. They might appear basic, but the intricate preparation underscores the genuine flavors of each ingredient. My meal was harmonious and wholly satisfying, setting a positive tone for the rest of the day. I left feeling truly contented.
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by dl68913
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I’ve been really wanting to try this place, thank you for sharing such a thoughtful and informative review!
Great spot and a lovely write up! I would also suggest trying the set meal at Dashi Okume (if you haven’t already). The ambiance and sides at Okonomi are great, but I prefer the fish from Dashi Okume
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I live in the area and have been there 3 times for ramen and thought it was below average, I’ll have to try the brunch
I’ve been there twice for brunch and honestly the best part of the set meal are the vegetables… Especially the Jerusalem artichokes when they are in season. Everything else is rather underwhelming, the fish can be hit or miss depending on which type they are serving that day.