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Private dining room - Zaku Izakaya, Boston, MA

Zaku Izakaya

4.6
4.6
10 Reviews
$30 and under
Izakaya

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 3 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.

Additional information

  • 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
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 10 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Greater Boston

    Best Value

  • Greater Boston

    Kid-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

    Kid-friendly

  • Boston

    Good for groups

  • Boston

    Neighborhood gem

  • Boston

    Great for scenic views

  • Boston

    Good for special occasions

  • Boston

    Lively

10 Reviews
  1. Cooper

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 25, 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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  2. Lisa

    Dallas

    39 reviews

    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on September 30, 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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  3. Nancy

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 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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  4. KPMartin

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 19, 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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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on July 18, 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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  6. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 13, 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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  7. BasilK

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 3, 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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  8. LisaC

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 1, 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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  9. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 24, 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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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Vancouver

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 3, 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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FAQs

Zaku Izakaya is rated 4.6 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
7:00 PM
Booked 3 times today
Google Map for Zaku Izakaya

520 Columbus Ave, Boston, MA 02118

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    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
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