Is Sakamai Michelin-listed?

Sakamai has received two Opinionated About Dining recognitions: Recommended in 2023 and Ranked #509 in 2024.

Where is Sakamai located?

Sakamai is located in 157 Ludlow St, New York, NY 10002, USA.

What's the signature dish at Sakamai?

Sakamai serves Modern Japanese Izakaya under chef Takanori Akiyama.

What kind of cuisine does Sakamai serve?

Sakamai serves Modern Japanese Izakaya.

Who is the chef at Sakamai?

The chef associated with Sakamai is Takanori Akiyama.

Do they take walk-ins at Sakamai?

Reservations are recommended at Sakamai.

Modern Japanese Izakaya

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Permanently Closed

New York City, United States

Sakamai

Name: Sakamai
Address: 157 Ludlow St, New York, NY 10002, USA, New York City, US

CuisineJapanese

Executive ChefTakanori Akiyama

Dress CodeSmart Casual

ServiceUpscale Casual

NoiseConversational

CapacityMedium

Sakamai is a historical New York profile; Google Places lists the former Ludlow Street restaurant as permanently closed.

Venue Details

Address: 157 Ludlow St, New York, NY 10002, USA

Sakamai restaurant in New York City, United States

About

Sakamai is a historical New York profile; Google Places lists the former Ludlow Street restaurant as permanently closed.

Signature Dishes

Egg on Egg on EggWagyu Uni HandrollMiyazaki Wagyu Katsu Sando

Frequently asked questions

A Quick Peer Check

Comparable venues nearby, for context on price, style, and recognition.

Venue	Cuisine	Price	Notes
SakamaiThis venue — the venue you are viewing	Modern Japanese Izakaya	$$$	Not listed
Hi-Collar	Japanese Kissaten & Izakaya	$$$	East Village
Fushimi Bay Ridge	Japanese-French Fusion	$$$	Bay Ridge
Hatsuhana	Traditional Japanese Sushi	$$$	Midtown-Times Square
Odo East Village	Kaiseki Izakaya	$$$	East Village
KEI	Modern Japanese Izakaya & Ramen	$$$	Chelsea-Hudson Yards

The record

Recognition history

Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.

Opinionated About Dining Casual in North America Ranked #509
Opinionated About Dining
2024Award guide
Opinionated About Dining Casual in North America Recommended
Opinionated About Dining
2023Award guide

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