Watch: Those Paddles Aren't Easy

Those Paddles Aren't Easy

Watch Robataya's manager host a friendly paddle competition between Custom Nation TV hosts Christian Finnegan and Camille Ford as part of their NYC sightseeing tour.

Our chefs make it look easy to kneel for hours and serve robata-grilled dishes to our guests using paddles. 

We bet you want to have a stab at it too, don't you.

Maybe you'll get to try it at our next event...(hint hint)

Thanks to Christian & Camille for stopping by.

Glad you enjoyed the food & had an "honorable experience" at Robataya!

You can see more of their unique NYC adventures here.

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Robataya NY

231 East 9 Street

New York, NY 10003

robataya-ny.com

Night of Sakura (April 17, 2013)

NIGHT OF SAKURA

April 17, 2013

Robataya invites you to partake in the age-old Japanese festive tradition of hanami - cherry blossom viewing. Treat your loved one to a one-night-only event celebrating the ephemeral beauty of sakura.

While sitting under our cherry blossoms, feast on a delectably prepared Hanami Bento Box

Spring Bounty Appetizers

fluffy egg omlette

shrimp fritters 

roasted marinated duck 

herring roe with kelp

firefly squid & spring vegetables with sweet kimizu, a yolk-based dressing

Big-eye Tuna & Amber Jack Sashimi

Saikyo-Miso Tile Fish

Yuba-wrapped Crispy Fried Chicken

served with 

Kettle-cooked Kamameshi Rice with Mountain Vegetables

&

Sakura Mochi

~meal paired with Masumi Arabashiri "First Run" Junmai Ginjo sake~

 Enjoy a private mini-performance by koto master Ms. Masayo Ishigure. As the koto expert of NYC, Ms. Ishigure has performed at venues such as Carnegie Hall & Lincoln Center, and has held concerts all around the world. She is also the highly-esteemed instructor of Sawai Koto Academy of New York.

For more information about Ms. Ishigure & her koto performances, please visit her website:

http://www.letsplaykoto.com

For Night of Sakura reservations, please call Robataya at (212) 979-9674

Two seating: 6:30PM & 9:00PM

Only 25 seats are available at each seating
$100/person (tax & gratuity not included)

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Robataya NY

231 East 9 Street

New York, NY 10003

robataya-ny.com

TIC Restaurant Group Will Celebrate 'Japanese Restaurant Week 2013'

TIC Restaurant Group will celebrate 'Japanese Restaurant Week' 

by offering a wide-ranged menu that highlights regional cuisines of Japan! 

From March 4 -18, our restaurants will be serving 

special items at each location. 

Take a look at the list of participating TIC locations 

and preview some of the artfully prepared dishes.

Hi-Collar ~Location Opening Soon~
Will be sold at Decibel @ 240 E 9th ST 

Omu-Rice Bento Box
Pan-fried rice with fresh tomatoes and Nagoya’s “Cochin” local chicken, wrapped in a thin omelet. Served with pork katsu mini sandwiches and kabocha pumpkin salad

*Hi-Collar Omu-Rice Bento Box will also be available at Grand Central Terminal during March 19 - 21 in celebration of Grand Central Terminal's 100th anniversary & Tokyo Train Station's 99th anniversary!

(Dinner only; 10 per day)

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Hasaki
210 E 9th ST

Ibaragi Local Specialties, pairs well with Ibaragi local sake:
Ankou Nabe
Traditional Monkfish and Vegetable Hot Pot

Sake No OshiZushi
Pressed “Oshi” Sushi with Salmon

Renkon No Oroshi Age
Fried Balls of Grated Lotus Root

(Dinner only)

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Sobaya
229 E 9th ST

“Ikameshi” Bento Box
Bento featuring a Hokkaido specialty: squid stuffed with sticky rice. Served with eggplant dengaku, soba-gaki, and ankimo (Japanese delicacy of monkfish liver)

(Dinner only)

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Cha-an
230 E 9th ST Fl. 2

Fukuoka Rice Burger
Rice Burger made with Spicy Cod Roe and Fukuoka Mustard Greens, served with a side soup

(Lunch & Dinner)

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Robataya NY
231 E 9th ST

Firefly Squid Kamameshi
Toyama’s local rice kettle-cooked with firefly squid, a seasonal and regional specialty of Toyama. Paired with sake and served with Cod Soup

(Dinner only)

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Curry-Ya
214 E 9th ST (West)

Baked Curry with “Hinai” Chicken Egg
Your choice of curry topped with Fukuoka’s “Hinai” local chicken egg

(Lunch & Dinner)

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Rai Rai Ken
218 E 10th ST

Akita Inspired Ramen
Ramen with sake lees broth, topped with rice cake, roast pork, soft-boiled egg & assorted vegetables

“Harako” Fried Rice
Miyagi-inspired salmon fried rice topped with luscious salmon roe, served with side soup

(Lunch & Dinner)

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Sakagura
211 E 43rd ST B1

March 4 - 10
“AizuHan” Sake Tasting Set
Highlighting the regional sakes of Aizu area of Fukushima prefecture, in honor of the NHK Historical Drama Series “Yae no Sakura”

Okunomatsu Ihei Daiginjyo (Okunomatsu Shuzo)
Daishichi Minowamon (Daishichi Shuzo)
Ken Daiginjyo (Suehiro Shuzo)
Naraman Jyunmai (Yumegokoro Shuzo)
(4 tastings/50 ml each)


March 7 - 17
“AizuHan” Sake Tasting Set
-Highlighting the regional sakes of Aizu area of Fukushima prefecture, in honor of the NHK’s Historical Drama Series “Yae no Sakura”

Naraman Origarami (Yumegokoro Shuzo)
Daishichi Kimoto Jyunmai Umeshu (Daishichi Shuzo)
Okunomatsu Tokubetsu Jyunmai (Okunomatsu Shuzo)
Suehiro Yamahai Jyunmai (Suehiro Shuzo)
(4 tastings/50 ml each)

(Dinner only)

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Sakebar Decibel
210 E 9th ST

Kenbishi served with Chamame
Hyogo-based Oldest “Jizake”


(Dinner only)

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~Robataya Valentine's Day Menu~

Treat that special someone to a unique 

Valentine's Day dinner at Robataya. 

For reservations, please call (212) 979-9674.

Robataya NY
231 East 9th St.
New York,  NY 10003
robataya-ny.com

T.I.C. Restaurant Holiday Schedule 2012 - 2013

Hello All,

May the warmth of hearth and home fill your hearts with joy this holiday season! 
Here is our holiday schedule.


Rai Rai Ken

December 25th, 2012 Closed
January 1st, 2013 Closed

Sakagura

December 25th, 2012 Lunch Closed, Dinner 6pm to 10:30pm (last call)
December 26th, 2012 Lunch Closed, Dinner 6pm to 11:30pm (last call)
December 31st, 2012 Lunch 11:30am to 2:20pm, Dinner 6pm to 10:30pm (last call)
January 1st & 2nd 2013 Closed

Sakebar Decibel

December 25th, 2012 Closed
December 31st, 2012 Open from 6pm to 2am (last call is 12:50am).
January 1st, 2012 Closed

Otafuku

December 24th, 2012  Close at 6pm
December 25th, 2012 Closed
December 31st, 2012  Close at 9pm
January 1st, 2013 Closed

Curry-Ya

December 25th, 2012 Closed
December 31st, 2012 Close at 10pm (Eat-in Last call is 9:45pm/Delivery last call is 9pm)
January 1st, 2013 Closed

Robataya NY

December 24 & 25th, 2012 /Special Holiday Dinner available
December 31st, 2012 Open (last call is 10pm)
January 1st, 2013 Closed

Hasaki

January 1st, 2012 Closed

Sobaya

December 25th, 2012 Opens lunch only (Noon-4:00pm) Dinner closed
December 31st, 2012 Open
January 1st, 2013 Open
January 2nd, 2013 Closed

Shabu Tatsu

December 31st, 2012 close at 10pm
January 1st, 2013 Closed


Cha-An

December 25th, 2012 closed
January 1st, 2013 closed

Happy Thanksgiving from the TIC Family to Yours!

Happy Thanksgiving from the TIC Family to Yours!

Our Thanksgiving hours are as follows:

Cha-An: Closed

Curry-Ya: Open 12-5PM (No dinner service)

Decibel: Regular schedule

Hasaki: Closed

Otafuku: Closed

Rai Rai Ken: Open 12-5PM (No dinner service)

Robataya: Closed

Sakagura: Regular schedule

Shabu-Tatsu: Regular schedule

Sobaya: Regular Schedule

The TIC Management Office will be closed on Thanksgiving Day. The Management Office & all restaurants will resume regular schedules starting on Friday, November 23rd.

We have so much to be thankful for this year, especially the love & support we received after Super Storm Sandy.

Our heart goes out to our neighbors who have lost everything & are slowly rebuilding. 

Please share the love you showed us with them.

From the bottom of our grateful heart,

T.I.C. Restaurant Group

230 East 9th St. 3rd Fl.

New York, NY 10003

Congratulations! Sobaya and Robataya NY are listed in Michelin's 2013 Bib Gourmand list!

We are proud to announce that Sobaya and Robataya NY are listed in Michelin's 2013 Bib Gourmand list!

Here is a little background on the Bib Gourmand list:

The Bib Gourmand designation denotes good cuisine at a reasonable price in a variety of comfort categories. Defined as “Inspectors’ Favorites for Good Value,” Bib Gourmand restaurants offer two courses and a glass of wine or dessert for $40 or less (tax and gratuity not included), and are often of most value to a city’s residents, who regularly dine in neighborhood restaurants.

To see Sobaya and Robataya on the list and to view the other selections for 2013, please click on the link below. 

http://www.michelintravel.com/michelin-selection/new-york-city-2013/

Sobaya
229 East 9th St.
New York, NY 10003
Tel: 212 533 6966
http://sobaya-nyc.com

Robataya NY

231 East 9th St. New york, NY 10003

Tel: 212 979 0674

http://robataya-ny.com

Robataya NY| Indian Summer Festival on 9/16/2012!!

September brings autumn winds but at Robataya, we're still celebrating like it's an endless summer! From 6-10PM on Sunday, September 16, come get a taste of what a Japanese summer matsuri (festival) is like. Learn how mochi is made, see our festive decorations, and enjoy a taiko drum performance, all the while chowing on matsuri food such as grilled corn, takoyaki, teriyaki squid and more. Complimentary soft drinks and beer* will be served.

Tickets are $60 (adults) and $30 (children under 12) until 9/15 or $65/$35 at the door (cash only for day of). First 50 guests to buy a ticket will receive a free gift! Get your ticket today at Robataya or online:
robatayasummerfestival.eventbrite.com

Event registration for Robataya Indian-Summer Festival powered by Eventbrite

We encourage kids and family to come during the suggested Family Tim from 6-8PM. Visit robataya-ny.com or our Facebook (RobatayaNY) for our menu and more information!

Indian Summer Festival Buffet menu:

• Sashimi
• Teriyaki Squid
• Yakitori
• Skewered Katsu
• Miso Konyakku
• Roll Your Own Sushi Bar
• Takoyaki
• Yakisoba
• Kamameshi (kettle cooked rice)
• Watermelon
• Shaved Ice
• From the Robata Grill:
• Sweetfish (Ayu)
• Corn
• White Asparagus
• Eggplant
• U.S. Prime Beef
  ...& Today's Vegetable

Drinks:

• Sapporo Beer
• Sodas 
  
  *We will serve a few rounds, but it is not an unlimited party. We aim to create an enjoyable and safe experience for all of our guests.

Robataya NY
231 East 9th St.
New York,  NY 10003
robataya-ny.com

T.I.C. Restaurant Thank You Menu Revealed!

Please check out the deals for our first T.I.C. Restaurant Thank You Week from each restaurant. 
(Note: some of the deals are only available during dinner time. Thank You Week Menus are not limited to get a stamp)
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Hasaki (Dinner only)

Hasaki Special Dinner Course ($75→$55)

・Appetizer

・Sashimi (3 kinds of fish)

・Chawan-Mushi (Steamed Egg Custard)

・Grilled Black Cod or 4 oz Fillet Mignon Steak

・Sushi (4 pieces & 1 Roll)

・Ice Cream

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Sushi Choshi (Dinner only)

Choshi Special Pre-fixed Dinner ($30→$17)

・ Miso Soup or House Salad

 ・Choose (1) one appetizer from:

 (Edamame/Shumai/Tuna Tataki/Vegetable Gyoza/Pumpkin Tempura)

・Choose (1) one entree from:

Sushi (Tuna,Fresh salmon, Yellow tail, Eel. Shrimp, White Fish, Tekka Roll)

Sashimi (Tuna,Fresh salmon, Yellow tail, Eel. Shrimp, White Fish)

Tempura (Shrimp & Vegetable)

Teriyaki  (Chicken or Salmon)

・ Ice Cream

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Sakebar Decibel

Nigori (Couldy) Sake Tasting Set (3 oz. each) $15 ($20~25 value) 

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Shabu Tatsu (Dinner only)

Washu Beef Shabu-shabu/Sukiyaki Course ($40→$28)

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Sakagura (Dinner only)

Sakagura Special Dinner Course $30 ($50 value→$30)

[ Appetizer ]

・Lightly Seared Salmon Carpaccio Topped with Japanese Turnip 

   or

・ Lightly Seared Washu Beef Served with Grated Daikon Radish & Ponzu Citrus Sauce

[ Entree ]

・ Homemade Cold Buckwheat Noodles with Fresh Sea Urchin Sashimi with Sea Urchin Sauce 

    or

・Homemade Hot Buckwheat Noodles Served with Minced Chicken, Tororo Kombu Seaweed and Tokyo Scallions in Chicken Flavored Soup

[ Dessert ]

・ Chocolate Souffle Served with Raspberry Sauce and Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream 

     or

・ Black Sesame Bruleé Served with Black Sesame Ice Cream

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Sobaya (Lunch & Dinner)

Daily Special Soba/Udon Noodle  $12 (Regular price $14.50~$15) 

Mon: Chirashi (Hot/Cold)

Tue: Deep Fried Eggplant(Hot/Cold)

Wed: Yuba Toji 

Thu: Age Tofu

Fri: Anago Tempura

Sat & Sun: Kinoko (Assorted Mashroom)

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Otafuku

King Kong Combo $15 ($24 →$15)

Full Yakisoba + Full Okonomiyaki + 6pcs Takoyaki + 2 Ramunes

To get this deal, you must say, "King Kong Combo Onegai Shimasu!" when you order.

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Rairai Ken (Lunch & Dinner)

Free Gyoza (6pcs) with the purchase of any beverage 

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Cha-An (Lunch & Dinner)

Two Pork buns with two Seasonal Kobachi Set $13 ($20 Value)

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Curry-Ya (Lunch & Dinner) 

One free topping & free soft drink* with purchase of any curry ($5 Value free deal)

*exclude Plain Lassi and Lychee Lassi

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Robataya NY

Coming Soon..The BIG surprise is coming along

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T.I.C. Restuarant Thank You Week starting 3.12.2012 - 3.18.2012

We proudly announce our customer appreciation event, "T.I.C. Restaurant Thank You Week 2012" !

A patron will get a stamp on our original Thank You stamp card as dines at any TIC restaurant.

The stamp card has a slot for each restaurant, so customer can go to one after another within a week collecting stamps.

If you collect three stamps, you will receive the free Gyoza (6 pcs) for newly opened Rai Rai Ken. With 4~6 Stamps, you will receive $10 Gift Certificate and so on. Ultimately you will receive $150 gift certificate as you complete 11 stamps....

By completing this, patrons can enjoy the variety of Japanese cuisine.

Also, each restaurant offers "Thank You Week Special Menu" You can enjoy their specials at discounted price!  

The deal of each restaurant is coming along..

In addition, with support from Sapporo Beer, you can enjoy Sapporo Beer at discounted price!* Don't miss this deal during Thank You Week,   *The participating restaurants are: Shabu-Tatsu, Sushi Choshi, Hasaki, Decibel & Sobaya.

In the statement, Mr. Bon Yagi, the president of T.I.C. Group, says:

"T.I.C. Thank You Week is our way to show our heartfelt appreciation to all our patrons who dine at our restaurants -- from the casual, hole-in-the-wall joints to the sit-down establishments. We encourage you to be adventurous and visit T.I.C. restaurants you haven't tried yet.

So please stop by and enjoy any one of our 11 restaurants for special Thank You Week menu items. It's a big thanks to you from all our employees.

Bon Yagi "

Enjoy delicious Japanese food & Collect stamps!!

Stay tuned,

T.I.C. Restaurant Group