Zaku Izakaya

4.7

10 Reviews

$30 and under

Izakaya

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2 people

23 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 11 times today

"Welcome to Zaku Izakaya, where culinary excellence meets a tapestry of flavors in the heart of South End, Boston. Executive Chef Shun Chen would like to invite you on a gastronomic journey where every dish is a masterpiece crafted with precision and passion. At our Izakaya, we pride ourselves on using only the finest quality meats and chicken, ensuring each bite is a symphony of taste and texture.

Nestled in our vibrant space, we offer a private dining room for parties of 4 or more, where the warmth of our hospitality and the richness of our menu combine to create unforgettable dining experiences. From the sizzle of the grill to the artistry of our sake pairings, every visit to Zaku Izakaya is a celebration of culinary artistry and camaraderie. Join us and indulge in a culinary adventure that promises to delight your senses and leave you craving for more.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Izakaya, Japanese, Sushi
Hours of Operation
Lunch Daily 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(617) 906-6666
Website
http://www.zakuboston.com/
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
520 Columbus Ave, Boston, MA 02118
Area
South End
Parking details
None

What 10 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Greater Boston
Best Value
Greater Boston
Child-friendly
Greater Boston
Good for groups
Greater Boston
Great for scenic views
Greater Boston
Good for special occasions
Greater Boston
Lively
Boston
Best Value
Boston
Child-friendly
Boston
Good for groups
Boston
Neighbourhood gem
Boston
Great for scenic views
Boston
Good for special occasions
Boston
Lively

10 Reviews

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Cooper
Greater Boston
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on 25 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Most authentic Japanese experience in the greater Boston area. Very impressed. Will be coming back!
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Lisa
Dallas
39 reviews
5.0
39 reviews
Dined on 30 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Dined at 5 pm on a Monday evening, so let that be your guide on “noise level.” Very easy to talk across the table. Several tables were occupied by other customers. Service impeccable. Food delicious - tuna maki, seafood kimchi udon, beef bi bim bap, and sweet potato cut roll. Beer and saki. Cozy, and feels authentic. Every table but ours were Japanese customers. Go!
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Nancy
Greater Boston
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 2 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Wonderful waitress who was so sweet and made great suggestions, food portions were so big for the amount of plates you received with the prix-fixe deal. Value was excellent, although they were out of a couple of items I wanted to try. Would definitely come back again, casual vibe and not too loud to have a conversation.
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KPMartin
Greater Boston
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 19 July 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The sushi was tasty, fresh, and well priced. I liked the assortment of options as well. I was looking for an affordable date night to satisfy a sushi craving and this restaurant was so cute. It’s in a quiet neighborhood in south end which was also a plus. It wasn’t crowded and it was easy to have a conversation. I will be back!
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on 18 July 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, very friendly service. Great value for the money. This was such a pleasant experience
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OpenTable Diner
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 13 July 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really like this place. Had the feel of a real Japanese Izakaya (albeit bigger and with more of a menu). Quick, delicious, simple, easy to keep healthy, cool authentic atmosphere. Skewers of veggies and meat, varied appetizers, more traditional sushi / noodles if you want it. This style of restaurant has been missing from the south end in my opinion.
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BasilK
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 3 July 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Authentic izakaya ambience; the decor is cozy and inviting, perfect for a relaxed evening out. The service was exceptional. The staff was friendly and attentive, ensuring our dining experience was nothing short of enjoyable. The dishes at were outstanding. Each bite was bursting with flavor, and the portions were generous, ensuring we left fully satisfied. I particularly enjoyed the grilled pork belly, which was cooked to perfection and paired wonderfully with their selection of sake. Great value for the quality of food and service provided, making it a great choice for a casual yet memorable dining experience. Overall, I highly recommend Zaku to anyone looking to enjoy delicious Japanese cuisine in a cozy atmosphere with top-notch service. Whether you're a fan of izakaya dining or looking to try something new.
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LisaC
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 1 June 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was so plentiful and delicious! We really enjoyed the eggplant dish and the vegetable udon. We tried so many new foods. Ordered the 9 piece appetizer, salmon on fire, one person got 6 course meal, plus sushi. We shared everything. Plus a few sides for our youngest vegetarian eater. (Tip: Know that fish flakes come on many foods like soft tofu.) Our server helped us pick the food. And it was all wonderful! Great place for a celebratory meal.
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OpenTable Diner
New York City
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 24 May 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Had a nice quiet and quaint dinner with my daughter there.
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OpenTable Diner
Vancouver
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 3 May 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and presentation. Good variety of fish. Rolls are large. Servers are training so it is a little slow, but good for a new opening
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Zaku Izakaya is rated 4.7 stars by 10 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 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 11 times today

520 Columbus Ave, Boston, MA 02118

Additional information

Area
South End
Hours of Operation
Lunch Daily 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Izakaya, Japanese, Sushi
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None

Website
http://www.zakuboston.com/
Phone number
(617) 906-6666

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