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Monday 5pm - 10pm Tuesday 5pm - 10pm Wednesday 5pm - 10pm Thursday 5pm - 10pm Friday 5pm - 11pm Saturday 5pm - 11pm Sunday 5pm - 10pm

Nikkei Izakaya

Name: Nikkei Izakaya
Address: 600 N Broad Street, New Orleans, LA, 70119, US
Telephone: +15042245657
Price range: $$

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Located at the Broadside in New Orleans' Mid City neighborhood, Nikkei Izakaya Bar & Restaurant serves cuisine of Japanese immigrant communities prepared with seasonal local ingredients in a causal Japanese pub-style atmosphere.

08/18/2026

Yes high-quality, wild, non-commodity sushi-grade fish + affordable prices can be a thing ... let us demonstrate that for you tonight at Nikkei Izakaya + Broadside with our popular $6 Nigiri & Temaki specials, featuring the same carefully sourced Gulf seafood, superior quality Japanese rice and artful preparation that define everything Chefs Wataru and Edmond do.

No factory-farmed fish.
No carbon-monoxide-treated imports.
No mystery supply chains.
Just clean, vibrant flavors that reflect place, season, and craftsmanship.

And if you're making a night of it:
• Izakaya favorites like Chashu Pork, Causa Nikkei, Ceviche, Katsu, Hand-Cut Fries, and more
• Excellent AC
• Kitchen and Bar open at 4pm!
• $6 specials at the taco truck outside
• $6 movies next door at The Broad
• $6 drinks at the bar

Come for the sushi, stay for the evening. Great food, great people, and a Tuesday night that's a whole lot more interesting than staying home.

08/17/2026

Mondays are Burger Night at Nikkei Izakaya!

Our house-ground Wagyu Burger is just $10, made with richly marbled beef, cooked to order, and finished with Japanese-inspired accompaniments. Add our daily hand-cut fries for just $4 more, or upgrade with Havarti cheese and sautéed mushrooms.

Not a meat eater? For our vegan or vegetarian friends, our veggie burger is every bit as satisfying.

Making an evening of it? Pair your burger with some of our izakaya favorites:
Gulf Yellowfin Tuna Poke (pictured here!)
Ceviche Nikkei
Chicken & Pork Katsu
Agedashi Tofu
Causa Nikkei
Hand-cut Fries..and plenty more from our dinner menu.

Burger specials go all night long and join us for Happy Hour from 5–7pm, featuring tantalizing drink specials!

08/14/2026

**Friday Night = Gulf Fish 'n' Fry! ** ... All Night Long!

If you haven't tried our Friday Night **Gulf Fish 'n' Fry**, you're missing one of the best local seafood deals in New Orleans.

Tonight we're featuring **wild Gulf Red Snapper**—lightly panko-crusted until perfectly crisp, served with our daily hand-cut fries and house-made **Nikkei-style tartar sauce**. Fresh, flavorful, and just **$17**.

Pro tip: start off with a broiled red snapper collar!

While you're here, explore the rest of our izakaya favorites:
Japanese Curry
Chicken & Pork Katsu
Gulf Ceviches
Hawaiian-Style Poke
Teriyaki Shrimp
Tiraditos
Causa Nikkei..and plenty more.

Save room for dessert:
**Passion Fruit Mousse**
**Chocolate Brownie à la Mode** with vanilla bean ice cream, miso caramel, and sesame praline.

**Happy Hour:** 5–7 PM

08/12/2026

Wednesday nights at Nikkei Izakaya are all about variety: izakaya classics, Nikkei creations, and, of course, great sushi.

Our $6 Nigiri & Temaki specials continue from Tuesday, featuring an exceptional selection of wild seafood, including local Gulf yellowfin tuna and red snapper. And don’t miss the Pari Pari Spicy Yellowfin Tuna Nigiri—a favorite among our regulars. Tonight we're also featuring the ever-popular Saba Nigiri, prepared with cured mackerel.

And no, this isn’t “bargain sushi” dressed up with fancy marketing. It’s the same carefully sourced seafood and meticulous preparation we’d be proud to serve at any price.

Not in a sushi mood? There’s plenty more coming out of the kitchen:
• Gulf Fish Ceviche
• Yellowfin Tuna Poke
• Chicken & Pork Katsu
• Agedashi Tofu
• Hand-cut Fries
• Plus plenty of izakaya favorites

Happy Hour food and drink specials run from 5–7pm, making Wednesday a pretty good excuse to settle in, eat well, have a drink, and give your wallet a little break.

If you’re already a regular, we’ll see you tonight. If you’ve been meaning to check us out, Wednesday’s a great night to start.

08/11/2026

Join us tonight for our popular $6 Nigiri & Temaki specials, featuring the same locally-sourced Gulf seafood and meticulous preparation that exemplify everything Chefs Wataru and Edmond do.

Tonight's lineup includes:
• Gulf Yellowfin Tuna
• Gulf Red Snapper

Plus:
• Izakaya favorites like Causa Nikkei, Ceviche, Katsu, Hand-Cut Fries, and more
• Taco truck outside!
• $6 movies next door at The Broad
• $6 drinks at the bar

08/10/2026

Monday nights belong to the burger, and not just any ...

Join us at Nikkei Izakaya for our popular $10 Wagyu Burger Night, featuring deeply flavorful wagyu beef topped with tomato, onion, house-made pickles, and Nikkei remoulade on a toasted brioche bun. Add our daily hand-cut fries for just $4, or take it a step further with Havarti cheese and sautéed mushrooms.

Not a meat eater? Our house veggie burger has developed a loyal following of its own.

Looking for a little more variety? Pair your burger with some of our izakaya favorites:
• Gulf Yellowfin Tuna Poke
• Ceviche Nikkei
• Chicken & Pork Katsu
• Agedashi Tofu
• Causa Nikkei
• Hand-Cut Fries

And save room for dessert: Chocolate Brownie à la Mode with Miso Caramel and Sesame Praline.

Happy Hour runs from 5–7pm with food and drink specials, making Monday one of the best nights of the week to kick back at Broadside.

08/05/2026

Wednesday nights at Nikkei Izakaya are all about variety: great sushi, izakaya classics, and the kind of carefully sourced seafood that reminds you where your food comes from.

Our $6 Nigiri & Temaki specials continue tonight, featuring wild Gulf Yellowfin Tuna, Gulf Red Snapper, and other seasonal selections, alongside one of our regulars' favorites: the Pari Pari Spicy Yellowfin Tuna Nigiri.

This isn't "discount sushi" dressed up with clever marketing. It's the same wild seafood, the same attention to detail, and the same commitment to quality we'd be proud to serve at any price point.

Not in a sushi mood? We've got plenty more coming out of the kitchen:
• Gulf Fish Ceviche
• Yellowfin Tuna Poke
• Chicken & Pork Katsu
• Agedashi Tofu
• Hand-Cut Fries
• Plus all your favorite izakaya classics

Happy Hour food and drink specials run from 5–7pm, making tonight a pretty good excuse to slow down, grab a bite, and enjoy a midweek evening without stressing your wallet.

If you're already one of our regulars, we'll see you tonight. If you've been meaning to check us out, this is a great place to start.

Address

600 N Broad Street
New Orleans, LA
70119

Opening Hours

Monday	5pm - 10pm
Tuesday	5pm - 10pm
Wednesday	5pm - 10pm
Thursday	5pm - 10pm
Friday	5pm - 11pm
Saturday	5pm - 11pm
Sunday	5pm - 10pm

Telephone

+15042245657

Website

http://nikkeiizakaya.com/

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