🍣 NYC Hidden Gem | Hakata TonTon - Cozy Izakaya with Firework Views!

Celebrated July 4th at this bustling Japanese spot near Chinatown—perfect pre-fireworks dinner with friends! 🍽 What We Devoured 👅 Grilled Tongue Thick-cut beef tongue (a tad chewy but flavorful) 🍚 Mentai Fried Rice Japanese friend-approved! Spicy cod roe bursts + perfect wok hei = happy tastebuds 🥗 TonTon Salad Crunchy veggies + sweet corn + unique dressing = refreshing 🔥 P.S. Their hotpot is famous—saving it for winter! 🎇 Vibe Check • Lively Japanese crowd = authentic izakaya energy • Great for groups (loud = part of the charm) • 5-min walk to East River fireworks 📍 43 Mott St, NYC #NYCIzakaya #JapaneseFood #NYCFireworks #NYCEats #HiddenGems