Hi-Collar
Hi-Collar serves Japanese kissaten and izakaya staples, with Opinionated About Dining Cheap Eats recognition in 2026.
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- Address
- 231 E 9th St, New York, NY 10003
- Phone
- (212) 777-7018
- Website
- hi-collar.com
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Opinionated About Dining Cheap Eats, 2024–2026
Opinionated About Dining ranked Hi-Collar #344 in North America Cheap Eats in 2024 and #340 in 2025, then recommended it in 2026. The repeated nods frame it as a value-minded Japanese restaurant to plan around.
Omurice, katsu sando, hotcakes
Omurice, katsu sando, and hotcakes give the menu a café-leaning center, while the broader format is Japanese kissaten and izakaya. Lunch and dinner both fit the plan.
Japanese café on E 9th St
Japanese café cooking sits at 231 E 9th St with sake, smart-casual dress, standard pacing, and conversational noise. That makes it suitable for a composed sit-down meal without a formal setup.
Peers You’d Cross-Shop
Comparable venues nearby, for context on price, style, and recognition.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hi-Collar | Japanese Kissaten & Izakaya | $$$ | East Village |
| Bar Goto | Modern Japanese Cocktail Bar & Izakaya | $$$ | Lower East Side |
| Rule Of Thirds | Brooklyn-Inspired Japanese Izakaya | $$$ | Greenpoint |
| Nakamura Ramen | Traditional Japanese Ramen | $$ | Lower East Side |
| Sushi of Gari | Creative Modern Omakase | $$$$ | Hell's Kitchen |
| Sugarfish | Trust Me Sushi | $$$ | Midtown South-Flatiron-Union Square |
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Infatuation Coffee Guide
Infatuation
Opinionated About Dining Cheap Eats in North America Recommended
Opinionated About Dining
Opinionated About Dining Cheap Eats in North America Ranked #340
Opinionated About Dining
Opinionated About Dining Cheap Eats in North America Ranked #344
Opinionated About Dining
Opinionated About Dining Cheap Eats in North America in Recommended
Opinionated About Dining
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At a Glance
- Cozy
- Trendy
- Intimate
- Modern
- Date Night
- Casual Hangout
- After Work
- Sake Program
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 11:30 AM–4 PM, 5:30–11 PM
- Tuesday
- 11:30 AM–4 PM, 5:30–11 PM
- Wednesday
- 11:30 AM–4 PM, 5:30–11 PM
- Thursday
- 11:30 AM–4 PM, 5:30–11 PM
- Friday
- 11:30 AM–4 PM, 5:30–11 PM
- Saturday
- 11:30 AM–4 PM, 5:30–11 PM
- Sunday
- 11:30 AM–4 PM, 5:30–11 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Kitschy with stained glass lampshades, mismatched china, shoji screens, and a Japanese garden area, creating an authentic, quaint Japanese atmosphere.