# Raku > Small, crowded interior with intimate atmosphere mirrors authentic Japanese ramen shops, while heated outdoor seating offers a more spacious option. Energy feels claustrophobic inside but lively, with a well-curated sake selection complementing the food. Source: https://www.atly.com/location/Raku4 - Address: 342 E 6th St, New York, New York, United States - Hours: Thursday: 12:00 PM - 09:30 PM Friday: 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 PM - 09:30 PM Monday: 05:00 PM - 09:30 PM Tuesday: 12:00 PM - 09:30 PM Wednesday: 12:00 PM - 09:30 PM - Phone: +1 212-228-1324 - Website: http://www.rakunyc.com/ - Google rating: 4.5 (1381 reviews) ## What it is good for - Fish — 10/10 - Authentic — 10/10 - Cozy — 10/10 - Solo Friendly — 10/10 - Seafood — 9.3/10 - Lunch Spot — 9.2/10 - Comfortable — 8.9/10 - Japanese Food — 8.9/10 - Udon — 8.9/10 - Tempura — 8.7/10 - Food — 8.2/10 - Healthy Foods — 8/10 - Tempura Udon — 8/10 - Shrimp Tempura — 8/10 - Fried Chicken — 7.9/10 ## What people say - "The udon noodles are so soft and chewy." - "It's a cozy spot with a stylish Japanese ambiance." - "The fried chicken here is light, flaky, and juicy." ## Good to know - The restaurant only accepts cash payments, and all taxes are included. - Making a reservation is recommended to avoid long wait times. - To get in, customers must put their name on a list and wait outside. - Last call is at 9:45 PM, even though they close at 10:30 PM. - To secure a spot, arrive 5 minutes before opening. ## 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.