Fodor's Expert Review Ippuku

More Tokyo street chic than standard sushi house, this izakaya—the Japanese equivalent of a bar with appetizers—is decked with bamboo-screen booths. Servers pour an impressive array of sakes and shōchū and serve up satisfying fare. Savvy diners make reservations and arrive early for the best selection. Several small plates are made in-house and are a must-order, including pickles, gyoza dumplings, and tofu.