Ōmori Izakaya and Sushi ( Quincy ) — Restaurant in Quincy

Went last Wed. On the scale of izakayas I've been to(Dad is Japanese and I lived in Tokyo for 3 years in my prime drinking years), it's a 2 or 3 tops, but out of izakayas I've been to that I can drive to from my house, it's an 8-9. so I'm very thankful to have anything like it here.

The most important things it does have are 1) Japanese beer on tap. Like Orion (oh-ree-ohn, Okinawan beer) on tap, very very rare. I didn't even know you could get kegs of it in the States. The manager guy said it was only bc they opened this third one that they could hit the min order to do it. Very cool. (Btw only place I know that has bottles is the place next to h-mart Quincy).

Additionally , bc they have asahi super dry on draft... it's actually Japanese superdry. Bottle and can super dry is made in Italy, only the kegs are actually from Japan

2. they have hokke, ok not really, but close enough. Hokke being a type of butterflied and broiled mackerel, usually served with grated daikon and shoyu. They serve with no daikon and ponzu, but since the only other place to get it is ebi sushi in Somerville, I'm very pleased. I'll bring my own grated daikon next time and they have shoyu ha.(Update, they added daikon!!! They actually care!!!)

Karage is another must have izakaya item. Theirs was perfectly fried, but huge chunks of thigh, not bite size as they should be. Also lacking both salt and ginger in the batter. Still, you can't really go wrong with nicely fried and battered chicken thigh, and some Japanese mayo, with shredded cabbage on the side.

Negima is of course also a staple of izakaya/yakitori, no complaints. Hard to screw up. I can't expect them to have have a binchotan grill out back to really crush it, but I'll take it.

Tsekemono was fine. The takuan was a no name type, cheap Chinese, not tart or citrus enough, lacks flavor, but fine. Only a little kyurizuke, too bad, was better than the takuan and I love takuan.

Agedashi tofu was good, not traditional, but battered silken tofu in dashi with bonito. Very tasty.

They also had hiyayakko, although it was with bonito and dashi as well and scallion. This is a bit of a miss as hiyayakko being a summer dish always has a bright component, usually grated fresh ginger, not dashi, to contrast the katsuobushi, or skipjack flakes. They use bonito flake, like many do and is interchangeable, but not having ginger using dashi instead makes it a different dish completely.

Sushi is whatever, not really mainstay izakaya eats imo, just sideline. Futomaki was missing burdock root, used carrot instead for crunch. Basically it's like any other Chinese run Japanese place, there will be substitutions they will make at whim, and you either need to be ok with it or not. (update, had more sushi on subsequent visits, and it's really good! The toro quality was fantastic, a benefit of being in New England for sure with great fisheries close, but very good American style sushi to be had here!)

This is actually one of the reasons ebi sushi is so authentic, as it's run by a Guatamalan owner, that learned the Japanese way, and has no frame of reference close enough to make such substitutions. Chinese and Koreans do, and will.

Baffling bathroom decor. But clean enough, who cares.

Anyhow, ALL of any shortcomings can be overlooked in my book, as this isn't Tokyo, it's Quincy, and I'm extremely happy to have any semblance of it so close, run by seemingly nice people, and the most important thing in an izakaya is booze (it's literally the name) and if you can get pitchers of draft Okinawan and other Japanese beers while snacking on some pretty close versions of old favorites, sign me up. I'll see you guys there...

Consistently Excellent – A Favorite Spot

We find ourselves coming back to Omori Izakaya time and time again, especially for their incredible lunch special: just $12.95 for two maki rolls and a bowl of miso soup. It’s an unbeatable value, and they always kick things off with their signature Izakaya Salad—a light, refreshing starter that adds such a thoughtful touch to the experience.

The atmosphere is always welcoming, thanks to the amazing team. Joanna, Mandy, Eric, and the rest of the staff go out of their way to make you feel right at home. Friendly, attentive, and genuinely kind—it’s always a pleasure walking through the door.

The food here is elevated yet approachable. The fish is always fresh, the flavors are well-balanced, and the presentation is clean and appealing. Whether you’re stopping in for a quick lunch or a relaxed dinner, the quality never disappoints.

We’re grateful to have a place like this nearby. Highly recommended for anyone who appreciates great food, good vibes, and genuine...

A True Gem in Quincy – Omori Izakaya

Omori Izakaya has quickly become one of our absolute favorite lunch spots—and for good reason. Their lunch special is one of the best deals around: just $12.95 for two maki rolls and a bowl of miso soup. On top of that, they always start you off with their refreshing Izakaya Salad, a thoughtful and delicious palate cleanser that sets the tone for a great meal. It’s those kinds of little touches that make a place feel special.

The staff here are truly wonderful—Joanna, Mandy, and Eric (along with the rest of the team) are always warm, welcoming, and attentive. They create a relaxed, friendly atmosphere that keeps us coming back again and again.

The food? Always fresh, beautifully prepared, and clearly made with care. The fish is top quality, the presentation is great, and the vibe is chill and unfussy—just the way a good izakaya should be.

We absolutely love it here and will continue to return as often as we can. Omori Izakaya is a...