Niwa Japanese BBQ

4.8

1046 Reviews

$31 to $50

Japanese

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2 people

23 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 26 times today

Good for special occasions
Good for groups
Neighbourhood gem

LOCATED IN THE HISTORIC DEEP ELLUM NEIGHBORHOOD OF DALLAS, TX.
Niwa provides an authentic yakiniku experience, featuring premium in–table smoke–free grills.

Prepare premium grade beef, seafood, vegetables and more at your own table while enjoying a wide selection of Japanese sake, beer, and craft cocktails. Eating at Niwa is always an exciting experience, perfect for dinner with family, or a fun night out with friends.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Japanese, Barbecue, Yakiniku
Hours of Operation
Dinner Daily 6:00 pm–11:00 pm Happy Hour Tue 6:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(214) 741-6492
Website
http://www.niwabbq.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Jimmy Niwa
Catering
N/A<br />
Private party facilities
One room available. Private Dining Room - 28-35 guests located on the East side of the restaurant. 7 roaster tables

Location
2939 Main St, Dallas, TX 75226
Area
Deep Ellum
Cross Street
Malcom X
Parking details
Lots of Parking in the Deep Ellum area
Public transit
DART - Green line located 3 blocks over at the Baylor University Medical Center Station. (0.2 miles - less than a 5 minute walk).Uber - Available to pick up/drop off in front of restaurant.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,046 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Dallas - Fort Worth
Good for special occasions
Dallas - Fort Worth
Japanese
Dallas
Best Value
Dallas
Innovative
Dallas
Good for special occasions

Review summary

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Niwa Japanese BBQ is a standout spot, perfect for date nights or group gatherings. Guests rave about the "amazing food," "spectacular service," and "exceptional happy hour/AYCE specials." The ambiance is inviting, and the attentive staff ensures a memorable dining experience. Regulars can't get enough of the diverse, "top-notch" meat selection.

1,046 Reviews

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Maurice
New Orleans
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of the best happy hours in Deep Ellum if you want to do Open BBQ
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Hailey
VIP
Oklahoma City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I come to Niwa weekly and there’s a reason I always keep coming back! Joe, Steven, Alex and Angel are always wonderful and pay close attention to my allergies. The food is fantastic and not overpriced. Jimmy has stopped by my table a few times on separate occasions and is always an absolute gem to talk to. The food, staff and ambiance are 1000/10 and I will always recommend this place to everyone I know! If you can’t make up your mind when looking at the menu a few of my favorites are the filet, hanger steak, 44 farms short rib, pork jowl, zucchini, mushroom medley, ajitama eggs, wagyu deviled eggs and you can’t leave without getting a bag of the spicy OG Wagyu Boyz beef jerky, it is to die for!
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Robert
San Francisco
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 11 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
It’s fine. Good cucumber salad and pork belly. Solid but not spectacular.
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OpenTable Diner
Dallas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 10 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I love niwa! Great specials and the quality is like no other!
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Rajata
Houston
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on 9 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Came in on Sunday and tried the ayce portion. Pretty solid deal for carnivores like myself who didn’t want to drive all the way to Carrollton. We had “A” as our server; we sort of saw them everyonce in a while. They came in more often toward the end when less people were there. It was just the husband and I; and I saw there was a 20% gratuity. Nothing was said about that before, during, or after and I’m not mad it. Glad I caught it when I was brought the check. Either way; tipped an extra 5%. Just let some people know before they get angry or something, y’know?
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Michael
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 30 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Niwa Japanese Barbecue is a must-visit! The meat selection is diverse and top-notch, with premium cuts that melt in your mouth. The quality is unparalleled, and the service is exceptional, with attentive staff ensuring a seamless dining experience. Highly recommend for an unforgettable meal!
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Hiroko
New York City
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 26 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always delicious and always welcoming. Can't wait to return!
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WZH
Dallas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 23 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
One of our family favorites. The Friday night all you can eat deal makes a lot of sense for a group.
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Jesse
Dallas
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 5 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Had an nice dinner last night with my partner and a friend. Very cute place just wish the serving sizes were a little more. That’s where it lacked personally
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Nikeale
VIP
Amarillo
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 30 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food is fresh and flavorful. Service is top tier as well. I am never disappointed anytime i visit.
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Niwa Japanese BBQ is rated 4.8 stars by 1046 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

23 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 26 times today

2939 Main St, Dallas, TX 75226

Additional information

Cross Street
Malcom X
Area
Deep Ellum
Hours of Operation
Dinner Daily 6:00 pm–11:00 pm Happy Hour Tue 6:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Japanese, Barbecue, Yakiniku
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Lots of Parking in the Deep Ellum area
Public transit
DART - Green line located 3 blocks over at the Baylor University Medical Center Station. (0.2 miles - less than a 5 minute walk).Uber - Available to pick up/drop off in front of restaurant.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Jimmy Niwa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.niwabbq.com/
Phone number
(214) 741-6492
Catering
N/A<br />
Private party facilities
One room available. Private Dining Room - 28-35 guests located on the East side of the restaurant. 7 roaster tables

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