Finally hit up HAGI, pronounced "Hah-Gay"- like yo Momma. It's like one of those places we hit up while in Tokyo, what like 5 years ago? Jeez.
Anyways, it's my first time finding a legit Japanese Style BBQ joint. No California Rolls here. Actually, finding raw fish on the menu is pretty much impossible. There was a slammin' yellow tail sashimi special though.
Apparently, that Anthony Bourdain guy went here during one of his "No Reservations" episodes. It's where his sushi chef friends go to eat, chill, and get their sake on.
That old saying rang true. If it's full of Asians, you know it's good. I got there early and sat at the bar complete with a big screen tv playing the Knicks game and everything. The waitress came right out and asked me what I wanted to drink, in Japanese no less. Good thing I researched my Engrish.
The food and drinks were dope. Many many different sakes available as well as Kirin and Sapporo on tap. The menu was super good ranging from fried chicken, rice balls, and grilled skewered everything from chicken skin to bacon wrapped asparagus.
Def a new favorite. Peep it if you're in the neighborhood: HAGI 152 W49th near 7th. No reservations just prepare to wait on line if you come later than 7 although they are open til 3am. Holla.
