Chopped Parsley

It's been years coming to parsley, I mean how can you not come here. Let me explain to you that this woman all by herself is managing this place. From Onigiris to Tuna Don, Maze Gohan as well as ramen soups. I mean everything is so perfect. She has a great selection of sake to die for as well as beer. Without mentioning that there is a variety of Wines. Excellent for Dine in and takeout. Overall, a great place for dates, as well as coming alone. You will not be disappointed.

So glad we finally got around to trying out this spot. I had the miso soup to start and it is probably the best I have ever had! The salmon and parsley onigiri was delicious. My girls had the chicken ramen and chicken udon. Both were delicious! We will definitely be going back! Love that the chef and owner came out to serve and chat with us. She is lovely.

Picked up our food so didn’t get a chance to fully appreciate the atmosphere (but so cute inside!$ the owner was kind and the food so delicious! Felt like homemade Japanese food that mom would make ^^ I would highly recommend!

A real deal proprietor-run Japanese restaurant serving a delicious menu of authentic, complex Japanese cuisine. Friendly and welcoming, Chopped Parsley invites long evenings of exploring new flavors in a calm and cozy atmosphere. The handpicked Japanese beer and sake list complements this rare uptown culinary experience.

So delicious! Homey atmosphere. Really nice experience! Soooo so tasty. What a gem!

We ordered shrimp shumai, spicy tuna ramen, kitsune chicken soba and matcha cheesecake. About the appetizer you can taste and feel the shrimp, great. The noodles were so good and the broth have a lot of taste. The cake was really dense and has a lemon taste, not my type. The owner is really friendly and take care of the ingredients.

I've walked by this place a million times and finally tried it out. The service is great and the food prep time is long but well worth it. I would rank this place as a hidden gem tucked away from the main avenue. They have a nice menu of Japanese meals and drinks. Space is a bit limited, I would recommend a few friends to share this place with. They accept credit cards but have a minimum of $20 and as usual prefer cash as a small business. I will definitely be coming to this place again.

This truly felt like stepping into someone’s home and being fed an excellent meal. Highly recommend the curry udon and onigiri.

I used to live on the same block with Chopped Parsley and would try to visit once a week when I could! Very mom and pop vibe! The owner/chef is super duper nice and has such great food that it's worth the wait time when there's a high amount of take out orders. To the woman who is complaining about CP being "not kid-friendly", this isn't Chuck E. Cheese lol P.S - follow Chopped Parsley on IG if you want any deals for end of the day grub :)

Cute little spot in Hamilton Heights serving comforting Japanese food, all made by one woman, Parsley! She does it all in this place, and it's really a sight to see. Great music, and chill vibes. I'd def come back for the tarako spaghetti and the matcha cheesecake! So good!

Went here to cheer my girlfriend and I up and quite possibly the best Japanese food I have ever had. If you have an appreciation for hospitality, authentic and homemade food, and exquisite subtle flavors this it it. Best shumai I've ever had. Best Onigiri I've ever had. The bento was packed with umami flavor and the woman who runs the place is funny and kind. A hidden gem.

Chopped Parsley is my new go-to takeout in the Sugar Hill neighborhood. Their food is delicious and healthy, something that is hard to find in takeout! It is also clearly handmade, all run by one superwoman who takes orders with professionalism. The vibes are always good in the restaurant when I go to pick up my order, although I always get it to-go so have yet to sit down. Make sure you try Chopped Parsley- there is no better spot for homemade Japanese food in the neighborhood, and possibly the city!

This is a five-star shop if you go into it understanding that it's a home-cooked meal experience - NOT for those in a hurry, expecting table service, etc. Chopped Parsley is a tiny restaurant with a couple tables inside and some more outside, and when we went, it was a one-woman show for all the in-person and takeout orders, as well as taking orders and cleaning afterward. The menu is limited but focuses on what they do best. I had two onigiri, which were not large, but they were delicious. My companions had the tuna don and the maze gohan and an udon soup - it does seem like the soup may be a slightly larger portion than the others, but don't be expecting huge portions. We all thought our items tasted great. Overall: good food, intimate setting, nice staff (of one). Ended up bumping to 5 stars from about a 4-4.5 because it is a very unique restaurant, especially in the area.

chopped Parsley is a true one of a kind gem. what truly makes the experience unlike any other is that this it truly a representation of the owner, who curated a beautiful, welcoming space while being a one woman operation. The menu, drinks and deserts are all amazing. (Gotta get Onigiri, Cheesecake, and a bottle of Sake or Japanese beer) ** Kid friendly providing responsible parents are in attendance

I wish I could state my opinion in less than eighty five characters however I have to do it like this.. Expensive and bad

Overpriced. The food was good but for what I was being charged, why serve the entree on a thin cardboard paper plate? Plastic fork? Paper cup for ginger ale? Really? Nice ambiance, yes, but for what you are asking customers to pay, you need to be at little bit more upscale. If I wanted my meal on a paper plate, I would go camping.

This is a niche place in this neighborhood where the closest restaurant that you can see from its windows is called "chicken and burger". No this is no chicken or burger, this is quality Japanese food sourced specially by the owner and made with love. I love eating food made with care. The restaurant itself is a very intimate experience so if you don't like lots of people that may be good but also you may be sitting pretty close to someone at the long table they have. The couch seating is pretty comfy. The music always sets a certain mood...I think there is a Sade pic in the washroom. The food is really the star here. It's fresh, clean tasting, and flavorful without being too extra (those sushi places that make rolls so big and crammed with stuff this is NOT). I had a really good spicy tuna don bowl the last time I went. I've tried the onigiri which is decent. I'm also a big fan of mochidoki and they serve these for dessert. You are going to pay typical NYC prices for Japanese food (not high end elite but not cheap-o) but it's worth the experience.

An artsy and high quality meal at a premium. The moment you enter this cozy restaurant you feel transported into a peaceful space. The bench tables with upholstered benches on either side are very hip and welcoming at the same time. I could see myself spending an afternoon here reading a book, sipping tea, and munching on their mochi ice cream. Our favorites of the evening were - the vanilla chip mochi ice cream with delightfully thin skin - matcha cheesecake - nice texture, not really sweet, but you can taste the matcha and the slight tart flavor. Not really a kid dessert. - eel in the unagi appetizer - the broth in the chicken ramen - daikon Ume - very strong in flavor and a dish you can't get in a lot of places - the sauce that came with the sushi rolls. Just so-so were - the sushi rolls (ikura was not as full or fresh as we would want and the baked salmon roll kind of fell apart) - the prices! Our bill for a medium amount of food for 3-4 people was $90 before tip.

Love this neighborhood spot. The food is delicious and the owner always makes you feel at home. The music is always amazing as well. Definitely recommend checking out if you are in the Sugar Hill area

Literally my favorite restaurant in New York City. If you like Japanese comfort food I will not find better than this. The owner is amazing and the vibes of the place are incredible. This is a restaurant run with love and it shows whenever you dine here!

I love Mrs Parsley and her restaurant, the quality of the food is like at home and I am getting good food at home ! Yesterday with my wife we ordered Tarako Potato, Maze Gohan, Salmon Bento, and Ikura hand roll and everything was delicious, the salmon was very fresh ! Yummy !

We've been here a few more times since our first visit, and we are glad to see this place doing well with the locals. Coming here on a busy night will leave you waiting for awhile - with all tables full, we waited half hour (or more) between dishes - leaving us wondering if we should just leave, because they were clearly overwhelmed, and we had been sitting there for a couple hours at that point. Just seems like kitchen should staff up more on busier nights. The food is still good, though they've done away with our favorite mackerel. We enjoy the eel rolls and the donburi bowls. I'd say skip the udon bowls because they aren't particularly notable or tasty, and opt for more of their other sushi type dishes. We haven't returned again since the last visit which left us a bit exhausted from waiting, but if you visit them on a less-peak night, your experience should be much better!

One of the best hidden secrets in Hamilton Heights. Super fresh sushi, fantastic service, amazing soups. The spices are perfect, I can't say enough to express how good this place is! Only downside is it's very small and a fun place to hang out so if you get a table be sure to enjoy it!!!

The day we ate here it was just a one women show. The chief was the server, cook and everything in between. She was working on several online orders and very apologetic for the wait and very straight forward with everything coming in that there would be a wait for the food. This place felt very special and very much like my time in Japan. Super homey food. This women has a gift for cooking. I got the tuna ramen and I dream of it to this day. Can't wait to go back.

Cute little Japanese restaurant in Harlem! We had the salmon avocado over rice and the fried salmon skin over rice. I recommend both. There aren't a lot of options in Harlem for great Japanese comfort food and we are glad we found this little nook. The crab kani salad was also refreshing. The wait staff is super attentive! Although, be mindful that the Japanese portions are a bit small and we were hungry that night!

I don't want this review to sound wrong, so please read with a gentle tone. I visit in the Heights on weekends, and since I decided to bring my dog I called and ordered ahead for pick up. The woman/owner took my order and said 20 min. When I arrived, she was in the middle of my order no big deal. I waited outside with my dog and chatted with strangers walking by. While the food was all very good in flavor, and I do recommend this restaurant to those with time to spare, but I just felt uncomfortable. The owner was overwhelmed with her orders, and having only one employee which she talks down to was not cool. I believe in treating your employees the way you treat your guests. There is no kitchen, the restaurant is the size of my living room, with a corner designated to food preparation on several hot plates and mini oven/toaster. Again, food was good, but the experience was just ehhh.

This, my friends, is what they refer to as a "neighborhood gem". Amazing sushi at awesome prices; my friend and I split one of the $20ish combos and it was definitely enough. Also had a Japanese iced coffee, and tried the hot coffee. Both were great - not too sweet. Friendly guys running the place and the ambience is lovey. Excellent addition to the area! Edit 4/2017: The sushi is still so excellent, but service is SUPER slow. My most recent visit here took hours and I try to give mom and pop places like this the benefit of the doubt, but the meal was really not paced well at all and we were starving. A shame because the food really is awesome, but it was an unpleasant experience.

Planning a trip to Harlem? If you aren't then still put Chopped Parsley on your to do list! This spot is a welcomed neighbor and addition Hamilton Heights. As the food options continue to grow uptown, unfortunately the range of options really had not. Then there's Chopped Parsley. My spouse and I had a spontaneous date night and wanted to stay VERY local. I've been wanting to try this gem since it appeared; almost 2 years ago now! The food is so authentically curated. We had shumai, spicy crab roll, cooked salmon roll and of course the green tea cheesecake. Go for the food, stay and chat with owner Parsley. You will not STOP laughing. Be sure to tell ask her to tell you the "shake the gate" story. This story is a part of Harlem's history you will not get on any tour!

I ordered the Miso Soup and Soba Noodles w/ chicken (Love soups/broths), but I gave four stars due to its saltiness. I like the service, ambiance; which was quiet and not rushed, which is rare for NYC. I will try the restaurant again because the dishes were delicious, just too salty, and I will ask for less sodium next time.

My bill came to $17.95 before tip, for a very small bowl of mixed rice. No drinks, just this. With $12 poke everywhere with much larger portions and more ingredients (not to mention you can get a authentic rice bowl midtown at stops like domburi-ya for $13~15), and all kinds of delicious ethic food available for under $10 in the neighborhood this just doesn't add up I broke the budget and left hungry. Won't be going back.

Everything here is delicious! Best Onigiri I've ever had, shumai with mustard sauce amazing combo I never thought of. And it's all done by one woman, who's extremely sweet and clearly puts love into it! Also great music taste.

3.5 rounded up to 4. I was pleasantly surprised by Chopped Parsley on Amsterdam and 146th.. From outside, you really can't tell what its all about. On the inside, however, is a tiny mom and pop place serving up some intricately prepared Japanese dishes, teas, and (of course) alcohol. The feel of the place is good - very homey and comfortable. They also have good ventilation, which is necessary because food is prepared within the tiny dining area. We had some of the dons (small rice bowls with fish) and enjoyed them although we were hoping for slightly larger portions for the price. The quality of the fish, however, seemed to be good. The salmon skin was also crisp and tasty. I'd recommend giving the place a try if you were in the area.

My visit to parsley was bitter-sweet. Mid range sushi is dangerous territory if not made into a fancy roll (mayo, mango, salmon roe, avocado, terriyaki glaze, etc.) Review in brief: Only come if youre specifically looking for something novel and simtaneously japanese. Dish quality varied between good and really awkward. Stay away from the salads, in terms of flavor they lack sophistication and forethought. The sushi roll was ok, but there was no thought given to serving temperature. Sushi rice was warm, and this compromised the dish. Quite pricey when considering the quantities served. Dining alone i ordered the following: 1 shime saba 1 seared salmon arugula and pear salad 1 yellowtail scallion roll The meal started strong with the shime saba, a take on the traditional preparation of vinegar marinated mackerel, albeit with a brilliant twist. Often sashimi is served atop fresh shaved strands of radish or seasonal root crop. At chopped parsley the mackerel was accompanied by julienned cucumber and sprigs of rocket arugula. I found the combination brilliant. The salty flavor of mackerel is permeated with the tang of vinegar, (traditional up to this point) but the bitter flavor of arugula cuts that intensity, allowing you to better taste both aspects of the dish, namely the mackerel and arugula. If i were to criticize the dish, i would say that the fish used is middle grade, and in sashimi the quality and freshness of the fish used is quite apparent to the diner. This is evident in the lack oiliness of the fish. For those who can appreciate mackerel, i would confidently recommend the shime saba. Dish price: fair Dish flavor: great Dish quality: fair The next course was the salad with seared salmon, walnuts and pears. This was not a good dish. Do not order this dish. To begin with, seared means that it is cooked on both sides at a high enough temperature to form a crust but for a short enough amount of time that the center remains at least slightly rare. The salmon served on this dish achieves neither simply because it is too thinly sliced to sear. From a technical standpoint, a slice of fish this thin simply CANNOT be seared. The dressing used on the salad does nothing to marry the greens and the protein. It is far too acidic for the light flavors employed in this dish. The pears feel like something thrown on to make the dish seem avante garde. Completely untreated pears in a salad. Not smoked, not sous vide, not even caramelized. This is 2016, most people are saavy enough to see through gimmicks like this. The walnuts were walnuts. Maybe try caramelizing them, or something. Literally felt like someome took a fistfull of walnuts straight out of a bag and sprinkled them on. I am very very upset by this dish. DO NOT waste cash on this thoughtless clashing salad. WORST. Dish price: attrocious. At 9 usd i expect a lot more. Dish flavor: attrocious. Greens and protein dont work well together. Dressing clashes with all the flavors on the plate in a bad bad way. And the salmon was not seared. Dont say seared if you dont mean seared. Dish quality: attrocious. Each individual element was so sorely lacking in any sort of preparation its hard to imagine that i payed 9 bucks for that. ...woosah I ended with a simple hamachi scallion roll. Thankfully the flavors were clean and on point. Delicious with or without soy sauce and wasabi, and pretty refreshing thanks to the green spiciness of tbe scallions. My only problem was that my roll was falling apart. With only 3 ingedients, and a radius of 1/2 inch it makes one wonder whether the chef has learned to properly roll sushi. Dish price: fair. But close to poor. At 9 usd for a 6 piece roll with diameter at less than an inch, i felt my heart sink a little when i saw the plate coming. Dish flavor: great! Clean and refreshing, and an excellent way to end a meal. Dish quality: poor. Sushi rolls shouldnt come undone at a sushi bar. This isnt a buffet, and thusly yhe public expects a certain floor level of quality in craft. This is more of an argument on principle, but the entire thing feels very amateur, so much so that it feels like the kitchen staff is learning the ropes on my dime. Amateur japanese fusion at about 30 usd per person. Its not cheap, and as a diner in a city with so many other value filled options, i cant imagine i would have a meal here again soon.

My friend and I came to Chopped Parsley on a rainy November night, and it was everything we could have asked for and more. I know that sounds cliche, but it's true! My friend and I split a number of apps - salmon ceviche, shrimp shumai, and shi-me saba (cured and vinegared mackeral). My friend is not a fan of salmon, and she loved the salmon ceviche! Each dish tasted so clean and flavorful. The presentation of each dish was also simple and appetizing. The kale, avocado, and seared beef salad was also very tasty, as well as the kani sal roll. Again, these dishes were simple and to the point delicious! We finished our meal with the kasutera with sweet bean and mascarpone cheese. This dessert had just enough sweetness. We chatted with the owner during dessert, and she explained how all the food she makes at her restaurant is something she would eat. That means a lot, especially if you're a health conscious eater. My friend and I left there full and satisfied. We were sad that the meal was over. Other than the food, the place itself was adorable - only a few seats with great decor and enjoyable music. Can't wait to go back there again!

Venue: (2/3) laid back and casual. This venue has a neighborhood feel. Food: (2/5) I ordered the salmon sushi don. It had salmon, avocado and ikura on a warm bed of sushi. At 15+ dollars it was overpriced. I've gotten much better at most places in NYC. Service (4/5) waiter was nice and attentive Unsure with the pricing and the mediocre sushi.

Delicious food in the heart of Harlem, never knew this place existed but so happy to find it. We celebrated my boyfriends birthday with this food and it didn't disappoint. Worthy of the hype. Thanks so much!

This is a cozy restaurant hidden in the residential streets of Hamilton Height. There were two large tables to sit comfortably for eating and two set of bench table/lounge area that appears more suitable for sitting back and having a drink. They have happy hour from I believe 6 to 7pm everyday? Food was really good and authentic and service was excellent. They made sure we had everything we need and was available to answer questions. The one star out was because the portion size is much smaller and for a much higher price. I understand that it's uptown, but this is compared to restaurants in the same area. But maybe maybe, I'll check it out during Happy Hour.

Food was good and clean. Service was splendid. And the matcha cheesecake was to die for! I highly recommend for people going for dates or to hang out~ I came on a cold night with a date. I ordered a hot udon with chicken. It hit the spot. All in all, the food came on time and we left full :)

I had somewhat of an unpleasant experience at Chopped Parsley recently, which is sad because I like this place a lot! Comfortable atmosphere and extremely pleasant waitstaff (Parsley is such a sweetheart). But tonight was upsetting- our wait for the main dishes was over an hour long, and didn't exactly fill us up (especially considering some of the prices). All in all, the staff is pleasant and it's a nice place, but I would definitely have liked a heads up if the wait was going to be over an hour.

I super super super loved the ambiance of this pint-sized Japanese cafe. The set-up of the tables and the photographs on the walls transported me to some chill cafe in the countryside of Japan. Instead, however, I was actually in a nook and cranny of Washington Heights- far from the cries of Japan. The cafe is definitely a nice place for a lover of hipster things, with tables that are uniquely small and shaped just for a rectangular plate of sushi or small bowls of other sorts. I had the Chicken Udon, which I highly enjoyed, with the chicken perfectly cooked in a clear broth. For the price, however, I do think that sizes of the portions could be larger, considering that the sizes of the portions could not feed actual grown men. However, I am a fan, and will come back here next time for some sushi.

Really nice place in Hamilton Heights :) the sushi I had was super good but it was not a lot so maybe you should get something else as well if you're super hungry. I liked the atmosphere at the place.

This place is near my dad's and I have been dying to try for a while. I went in on a Friday around 6:30pm and ordered pick-up. Ambiance: Place was pretty empty when I went in but by the time I returned to pick up the food (7:00pm) it was pretty packed. Place is small and cute. The kitchen is right behind the counter which makes me wonder if the place gets really hot. Service: Waitress was friendly. Food: Ordered the chicken soba noodles as well as the salmon skin dish. Both dishes were tasty but portion was quite small for the price. I would not object to returning and trying some of their other dishes if already in the area.

Something different for the denizens of Sugar Hill - a quaint Japanese cafe that fires a little bit of everything, from hot macha to sushi rolls to edamame to sake. The proprietor, a cheerful ba-san of the Osaka school of hospitality, we'll make suggestions and provide attentive service. The kitchen sits across from the entrance in plain view, so you'll see your food prepared in real time. They've made creative use of the small space (reminiscent of similar eateries in Tokyo) by employing benches and narrow low tables along one of the walls of the shop. Be warned: these tables are very narrow and a bit far from the fixed benches, so watch your napkins and utensils to avoid soiling your shoes or clothes. Try their udon or soba noodle soups, especially in fall and winter. The wine and beer list offers appropriate imports for your consideration, including some unknowns you'll want to try.

Sweet little sushi find. So perfect for light dinner with exquisite dessert. I love the Asian folk decor. The owner is a wonderful Japanese woman who took great care with us. Eat the matcha cheesecake!

Wow, Chopped Parsley was actually wonderful. It's kind of the place to go in this neighborhood. The menu was genuinely interesting, but Shrimp Dumplings was especially terrific. The service was amazing. They were fast, efficient, and got everything right. My friends and I will definitely be coming back to Chopped Parsley.

Delicious Japanese food in Harlem! Wine happy hour, very friendly stuff and vegan and vegetarian option ;) nice atmosphere as well, very charming.

My friend and I had amazing experience at Chopped Parsley! This is family business. The owner himself served the food for us. The food is amazing, all ingredients are fresh. I highly recommend you to try their curry, it's new on their menu)

Cute concept, story etc. Felt like I was at a friend's house and they cooked for me... in other words, while tasty and thoughtfully prepared, the food food quality/presentation didn't feel professional. Loosely wrapped sushi, served lukewarm(?)... I've had better sushi at Duane Reade, frankly. Service was cheerful, but dishes brought out in random order at 20 min. intervals made you notice and fully contemplate the horribly uncomfortable seating. Bench and table are at the same height, so get ready for lower back pain that will last a couple days. I wish the owner well, but she had better up her game to compete in NYC. You can get much better Japanese food in Harlem.

Really happy this spot lives in Harlem! Cozy little restaurant with delicious food and bomb music. I came here with my mom and four friends and they were really accommodating. I'd love to come back for a date night!

Hard to find homemade Japanese foods that is not quite sushi bars but she has a bit of everything but details in quality and the taste of authentic Japanese comfort foods. I'm particularly like Chirashi, Macha cheese cake, and red ginger drinks. I can't get enough of her delicious pickled ginger. I was just here last night!, here I m again but expected a long waiting. That's what good foods is all about !. O' e' Shi...

Guys like omg! Ok so they do not have a big selection, I wanted veggie rolls and they didn't have regular tuna rolls only spicy tuna but I had Salman avocado and cucumber rolls with miso soup and shumai(shrimp dumplins). Everything was so fresh that it was a perfect temperature and was soft , great texture. The miso soup did not have tofu in it but it did have seaweed with vegetables we also has smoked salmon with cucumber roll that tasted like lox and a bagel. The Kochi ice cream was the best ever! U can tell it was really and perfectly made. The one missing start is for the not so big selection. Waiter was great. Thanx Chopped parsley. Just get some regular tuna mad some tofu and we good!

One of the best restaurants in the area. Love their soups, even more so their newer curry chicken udon (just the right amount of spicy)! Their menu is pretty unique, offering items that are not usually found in other Japanese restaurant, especially in the neighborhood. The space is cozy and the service has always been very friendly. Definitely one of the gems in Hamilton Heights!

Went here because by daughter's bf had been here and diff to find decent sushi in their hood. Very small east village feel.. staff of 3..everything made to order with super fresh ingredients. Innovative and unusual dishes. Had taco rolls and sashimi over rice..fish exceptionally fresh.. tea delish!! Parsley, owner and chef delightful and plays great r&b.. Hidecki the server was very friendly and accommodating.

No waste! The owner ,Parsley , yeah that's her nick name, she is such a cool lady. It's a mellow ambiance with nice selection of sake and other drinks. I will totally come back.

Went for dinner last night. Food was delicious. I got the spicy tuna ramen (just in time for this slight drop in temp). It contained noodles, tuna, greens such as cilantro and chopped parsley, yes (pun on the name). My date ordered 2 appetizers which he liked as well. But the wait time for those appetizers were about an hour. Yes i got my food a lot sooner, so that was weird and they were complicated food items. One potatoes, the other rice and salmon bowl. But they gave him a complimentary beer so I guess that even out the aggressive wait.

My favorite restaurant on the island of Manhattan. This hidden gem makes me so happy every single time we come. She accommodates my celiac disease by making sure the ramen is gluten free (she gives me sushi rice instead of noodles and everything is made with gf soy sauce, Tamari). The sushi is excellent and the atmosphere is so fun. We have eaten here so many times and will continue to. THE BEST OF THE BEST.

This place is the best hidden gem in sugar hill. The Une Onigiri is to die for and the vegetarian udon was terrific. The staff is so nice -- the chef came out several times to talk to us and their service was prompt. Cannot recommend enough!