$$$$ • Izakaya • Williamsburg
Enjoy sushi, sake and cocktails at Bozu. This restaurant serves Japanese cuisine in hip surrounds that include epoxy tables, a bi-level patio and patio. Chef-owner Makoto Suzuki supervises a creative menu headlined by the tasty concept of Japanese tapas. Try the sushi bombs for an explosion of flavor. Other menu highlights include the shrimp kataifi, tuna tartare and mushroom roll. In addition to its seafood dishes, Bozu offers several dishes that are likely to appeal to culinary landlubbers. Order the Japanese fried chicken for a deep fried treat with cream wasabi sauce. Flip open the drink menu and choose from a number of options. It features sake, imported beer, infused sochu and a creative selection of cocktails, like the yuzu ranbutan martini (yuzu juice, vodka and ranbutan mix). Bozu's lively vibe provides a fun backdrop for a casual dining experience with friends.