I’m counting down the 100 best dishes I tasted in 2016…
Leave it to me to visit one of the best new speakeasies and not even have a cocktail. I studied the menu and watched the bartenders work their magic at Karasu, hidden behind the local restaurant Walter’s, but I didn’t order a drink because I was on my way to give a tour (and I try to stay somewhat sober for those). But I came here to check out the place (which is awesome) and have some dinner. The food, like the cocktails, are Japanese-inspired. And the softly breaded and incredibly tender fried chicken pieces with dipping sauces almost makes up for the lack of alcohol. Price: $11
| KARASU |
| 166 Dekalb Avenue (at Cumberland Street), Behind Walter’s Restaurant (347) 223-4811 Fort Greene, Brooklyn |
| karasubk.com |
