icca is an authentic Japanese restaurant located in New York, New York, specializing in a refined Omakase dining experience. Situated at 20 Warren Street, icca offers guests an intimate and carefully curated journey through Japanese cuisine, led by Michelin Star awarded Sushi Chef Kazushige Suzuki. The restaurant emphasizes the use of seasonal and high-quality ingredients, with fish air-shipped directly from Japan’s Toyosu Market, ensuring a fresh and genuine taste in every dish. The name “icca,” meaning “to open the flower of the heart,” reflects the restaurant’s philosophy of passion and sensitivity in culinary craftsmanship.
The dining experience at icca is divided between two distinct settings: the Omakase counter and the bar area. The Omakase counter provides a traditional and immersive Japanese culinary adventure, showcasing Chef Kazu’s seasonal and innovative menu selections. Meanwhile, the bar area features an Italian Kappo experience, blending Italian and Japanese techniques in a multi-course tasting menu. This fusion highlights seasonal ingredients, including specialties such as Tokachi Herb Beef from Hokkaido, delivering a unique interpretation of Kappo cuisine rooted in Edo-era traditions.
icca maintains a strict policy on reservations and guest safety, requiring timely communication regarding allergies or dietary restrictions to ensure a secure dining environment. The restaurant does not currently offer vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free options and advises guests about the potential risks of consuming raw or undercooked ingredients. Smoking, including e-cigarettes and vaping, is prohibited on the premises, and guests are encouraged to avoid strong perfumes to preserve the dining atmosphere.
Dedicated to authenticity and quality, icca combines traditional Japanese culinary arts with innovative touches to create a memorable experience for guests in the heart of New York City. With a focus on seasonal ingredients and expert preparation, icca stands out as a destination for those seeking a genuine and elevated Japanese dining encounter. Reservations and inquiries can be made by contacting the restaurant directly at 646-649-3415.
