# yakuni > Bar sits below sidewalk level with dim lighting and intimate, cozy space that feels like a Tokyo pocket. Atmosphere blends moody, old school vibes with lively yet quiet enough for conversation. Crowd is friendly and effortlessly cool, drawn by rare sake and unique cocktails. Source: https://www.atly.com/location/Yakuni - Address: 226 E 53rd St BSMT w, New York, New York, 10022, US - Hours: Thursday: 05:00 PM - 12:00 AM Friday: 05:00 PM - 12:00 AM Saturday: 05:00 PM - 12:00 AM Sunday: 05:00 PM - 12:00 AM Monday: 05:00 PM - 12:00 AM Tuesday: 05:00 PM - 12:00 AM Wednesday: 05:00 PM - 12:00 AM - Phone: +13472242706 - Website: http://yakuni4.godaddysites.com/ - Google rating: 4.8 (48 reviews) ## What it is good for - Hidden Gems — 10/10 - Cool — 10/10 - Intimate — 10/10 - Speakeasy — 10/10 - Cozy — 10/10 - Chill — 10/10 - Bar — 9.8/10 - Cocktails — 9.7/10 - Private — 9.2/10 - Jazz — 9/10 - Wine — 8.3/10 - Sake — 8.2/10 ## What people say - "I loved their creative and fun cocktails, especially the matcha." - "The bartenders' sake recommendations were impeccable and insightful." - "It's a cool, cozy speakeasy with a chill, retro vibe." ## Good to know - Reservations are recommended on weekends due to high demand. - Happy hour specials are available from 5-7pm on weekdays. - Live music events occur every Friday night, enhancing the speakeasy vibe. - The venue has limited seating, so arrive early to secure a spot. - Parking is available on the street, but it can be challenging during peak hours. ## 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.