# KENKA > Space feels like an authentic Japanese izakaya with crowded, loud energy during dinner. Unique cotton candy machine offers a playful end to the meal. Seating is tight and uncomfortable, adding to the cramped, lively vibe. Source: https://www.atly.com/location/KENKA - Address: 25 St Marks Pl, New York, New York, United States - Hours: Thursday: 05:00 PM - 11:00 PM Friday: 05:00 PM - 12:00 AM Saturday: 05:00 PM - 12:00 AM Sunday: 05:00 PM - 11:00 PM Monday: 05:00 PM - 11:00 PM Tuesday: 05:00 PM - 11:00 PM Wednesday: 05:00 PM - 11:00 PM - Phone: +12122546363 - Website: https://kenkarestaurant.shop/ - Google rating: 4.1 (1961 reviews) ## What it is good for - Cool — 10/10 - Affordable — 10/10 - Unique — 10/10 - Lively — 10/10 - Energetic — 10/10 - Fun Activities — 10/10 - Authentic — 10/10 - Eclectic — 10/10 - Cheap — 9.3/10 - Candy — 8.8/10 - Takoyaki — 7.5/10 - Date Spots — 7.5/10 - Ramen — 7.5/10 - Bar — 7.5/10 - Edamame — 7.5/10 ## What people say - "I found the food and drinks to be cheap and tasty." - "It felt like the most authentic Japanese izakaya experience in NYC." - "The vibe here is so cool, it feels like Tokyo." ## Good to know - Customers should get to the restaurant early because it fills up fast. - Kenka does not take bookings, so get there early if you are in a rush. - Seatings are on a first come, first serve basis. - The restaurant has a 90-minute stay policy even when it is not busy. - A party of four needs to complete all food and beer within one hour from about 8:30 am to 9:30 pm. ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.