Robata Sushi & Grill at NU Empire

Robata Sushi & Grill

Robata Restaurant Entrance

The exterior of a Japanese restaurant with a green tiled roof. A large circular sign with the name "Robata" is visible. There are wooden stools outside the entrance. A promotional poster for a birthday offer is displayed on a stand to the right.

Robata Restaurant Entrance

The exterior of a Japanese restaurant with a traditional green tiled roof. A large circular sign with the name "Robata" is visible. There are several wooden stools outside the entrance. A promotional poster for birthday celebrations is displayed on a stand to the right.

Robata Sushi & Grill

The exterior of a Japanese restaurant with a green tiled roof and bamboo accents. A circular sign above the entrance reads "Robata Sushi & Grill." There are several wooden stools outside the entrance and a menu stand with a shopping cart nearby.

Robataya Restaurant

The exterior of a Japanese restaurant called Robataya, with a distinctive circular sign featuring Japanese characters and the name "Robataya" in English. The restaurant has a traditional Japanese architectural style with a green tiled roof resembling bamboo. Red lanterns hang outside the entrance, and the storefront features large windows displaying bottles and bamboo plants. A small wooden stool is placed outside the entrance.

Crunchy Sushi Roll

A plate of sushi rolls, coated in a crunchy exterior and topped with orange roe and chopped nuts. Served with wasabi and pickled ginger.

Food Promotion

A plate of stir-fried food with cabbage, meat, and onions is served on a dark, wavy plate. A spoon rests on the plate. In the background, a promotional flyer offers free ice cream for following the business on Facebook, Instagram, and Google.

Sushi Rolls

A close-up shot of two plates of sushi rolls. The plate in the foreground features several rolls topped with seared salmon and a glossy sauce. The plate in the background has rolls covered in orange roe and drizzled with mayonnaise, with a piece of fried shrimp on top.

Japanese Meal Set

A Japanese meal set is presented on a black tray with a red trim, placed on a wooden table. The set includes a bowl of white rice with a large black spoon, a main dish served in a sizzling pan with fried chicken, egg, and vegetables, a bowl of miso soup, a small dish with pickled items, a skewer of grilled meat, and slices of watermelon. Two dark ceramic cups are also visible on the tray.

Japanese Food Spread

A table laden with various Japanese dishes, including a plate of tuna sashimi on ice, a serving of edamame, a dish of sautéed mushrooms, and a single piece of tuna nigiri. A small bowl of dipping sauce and a spice container are also visible. A person wearing a plaid shirt and a watch is seated at the table, along with a smartphone displaying the time.

Sashimi Bowl

A close-up shot of a sashimi bowl filled with various seafood. The bowl contains slices of salmon, sea urchin (uni), salmon roe (ikura), and scallops. The seafood is arranged on a bed of shredded daikon radish and garnished with green shiso leaves and a dollop of wasabi. The bowl is blue with a white rim and sits on a wooden surface. A dark spoon is visible in the upper right corner.

Hot Pot Dish

A close-up view of a hot pot dish filled with various ingredients. The pot contains thinly sliced pork, tofu, napa cabbage, onions, and green onions in a simmering broth. A small portion of udon noodles is visible to the right of the pot.

Soba Noodles with Dipping Sauce

A plate of cold soba noodles served on ice, accompanied by a bowl of dipping sauce, a small dish with what appears to be tempura and wasabi, and another small dish with chopped seaweed. A red bowl contains a dark liquid, likely the dipping broth.

Chefs preparing a large fish

Two chefs in white uniforms and hats are preparing a large, raw fish on a cutting board in front of a Japanese restaurant. The restaurant has a circular sign with Japanese characters and the word "Robataya" visible. The interior of the restaurant is visible in the background, with wooden decor, lanterns, and seating areas. A menu stand is also visible near the entrance.

Fried Rice and Gyoza

A close-up shot of a bowl of fried rice topped with crispy fried garlic. To the left, a plate of pan-fried gyoza (dumplings) is visible, along with small dipping bowls. The setting appears to be a restaurant table with wooden surfaces and chopsticks. A paper napkin with the logo "Robataya" is also on the table.

Japanese Food Platter

A platter of Japanese food featuring sashimi, grilled eel, and chicken yakitori. The sashimi includes slices of tuna and salmon, served with wasabi. The grilled eel is glazed with a sweet sauce and sprinkled with sesame seeds, resting on a bed of lettuce. A skewer of glazed chicken yakitori is in a separate bowl. Pickled ginger is also visible.

Japanese Restaurant Interior

The interior of a Japanese restaurant with wooden decor, traditional lanterns, and seating areas. A sushi bar is visible in the background with chefs preparing food.

Japanese Beef Bowl

A close-up shot of a Japanese beef bowl, also known as Gyudon, served with a side of miso soup and wasabi. The bowl is filled with rice topped with thinly sliced beef, onions, and green onions, garnished with sesame seeds and a soft-boiled egg. The miso soup contains tofu and seaweed. In the background, menus are visible on a wooden table.

Salmon Sashimi

A close-up shot of salmon sashimi served on a decorative plate with shredded daikon radish, a dollop of wasabi, and a green leaf garnish. The salmon is thinly sliced and arranged in a layered fashion, with visible white fat marbling. The plate has a marbled grey and white pattern. The background is blurred, showing a wooden table and a dark bowl.

Sushi Platter

A tray with a sushi platter, a bowl of soup, and other small dishes. The sushi platter includes salmon sashimi, nigiri sushi with salmon and white fish, a fried tofu pocket, a California roll, and a seaweed-wrapped roll. There is also a small bowl of pickled ginger and wasabi. In the background, there are slices of watermelon and a skewer of grilled meat. A bowl of miso soup is visible on the right side of the tray.

Pan-fried dumplings

A close-up shot of pan-fried dumplings served on a black rectangular plate with a white striped design. The dumplings are golden brown and crispy on the bottom, with translucent wrappers and visible filling. They are arranged in a row on the plate, which sits on a wooden table.

Salmon Sashimi

A close-up shot of salmon sashimi being held by chopsticks over a bed of shredded daikon radish and ice. A small dollop of wasabi is visible on the side. In the background, a person is wearing a watch and a glass of green liquid is on the table.

Salmon Sashimi and Sushi

A close-up shot of a table at a Japanese restaurant, featuring a platter of salmon sashimi, a sushi roll, and a dipping sauce. The sashimi is arranged on a white oval plate with wasabi and pickled ginger. The sushi roll is cone-shaped, wrapped in nori, and filled with lettuce, tobiko, avocado, imitation crab, and tamagoyaki. A small black cup and chopsticks are also visible on the wooden table. A small paper packet with a logo is placed near the sashimi.

Salmon Sushi Rolls and Tempura

A close-up shot of a plate of salmon sushi rolls drizzled with sauce. In the background, a plate of tempura vegetables and shrimp is visible.

Pork and Okra Rice Bowl with Miso Soup

A close-up shot of a Japanese-style rice bowl filled with sliced pork, okra, onions, and other vegetables, topped with a poached egg and sprinkled with red pepper flakes. A side of miso soup with tofu and seaweed is in a black bowl. The meal is served on a wooden table.

Japanese Meal Set

A Japanese meal set is presented on a black tray. The set includes a bowl of miso soup, a main dish of chicken and egg over rice served in a hot pot, a skewer of grilled chicken, a small dish of pickled plums, a side of fruit (watermelon and possibly tamagoyaki), a bowl of white rice, and a small cup of what appears to be chawanmushi (steamed egg custard).

Japanese Meal Set

A Japanese meal set is presented on a black tray with a red trim. The set includes a bowl of udon noodles with fish cakes, seaweed, and mushrooms. To the left, there is a plate of tempura shrimp and vegetables. To the right, there are sushi rolls with orange roe, a small dish of pickled ginger, a piece of butter, and a few dumplings. A small bowl of dipping sauce, watermelon slices, and a cup of tea are also visible.

Fried Shrimp Platter

A platter of three large, golden-brown fried shrimp is served with a side of shredded lettuce and a creamy dipping sauce. A menu is visible in the background, with the restaurant's logo partially obscured.

Japanese Meal Set

A Japanese meal set is presented on a black tray. The set includes a bowl of white rice, pickled vegetables, a main dish of grilled eel with a glossy sauce and sesame seeds, a side of tamagoyaki (rolled omelet), pickled ginger, miso soup with tofu and other ingredients, a small dish with assorted sashimi (salmon, tuna, white fish), a small dish with fruit and egg, and a small bowl with grilled chicken skewers. The meal is arranged on a wooden table.

Pan-fried dumplings with dipping sauce

A plate of pan-fried dumplings is served with a small bowl of dark dipping sauce on a wooden table. Chopsticks and a napkin with a logo are visible in the background.

Japanese Meal

A close-up shot of a Japanese meal set on a black tray. The meal includes a whole grilled fish served with lettuce and a lemon wedge, a bowl of white rice, a bowl of miso soup, a small dish of pickled vegetables, and a plate of assorted sashimi (salmon, tuna, and white fish) with a dollop of wasabi. Another bowl in the foreground contains a piece of food, possibly another dish or a garnish. The setting appears to be a restaurant.

Sizzling Chicken Dish

A close-up shot of a sizzling chicken dish served on a black cast iron plate, placed on a wooden board. The chicken is sliced and covered in a dark, savory sauce. It is accompanied by steamed broccoli florets and carrot sticks. Shredded cabbage is visible underneath the chicken. A small dish with a dipping sauce is partially visible in the upper right corner. The meal is set on a wooden table.

Soba Noodles with Gyoza

A close-up shot of a Japanese meal on a wooden table. In the foreground, a tray holds a portion of soba noodles served over crushed ice, a small bowl of dipping sauce, and a red dish containing a quail egg on a bed of wasabi. To the right of the soba noodles, a small black dish holds chopped seaweed. In the background, a plate of pan-fried gyoza is visible, along with a condiment caddy.

Sushi platter

A platter of eight pieces of sushi rolls, each topped with crispy breadcrumbs and orange roe, served on a grey rectangular plate with a textured pattern. The rolls are drizzled with a dark sauce and a white creamy sauce. Accompaniments of pickled ginger and wasabi are visible on the left side of the plate. The platter is placed on a wooden table.

Corn Tempura with Dipping Sauce

A plate of golden-brown corn tempura is served with a small dish of dark dipping sauce, garnished with chopped green onions, and a dollop of grated daikon radish. A glass of green beverage is visible on the left. The food is presented on a dark, textured plate with white stripes, resting on a wooden table.

Garlic Fried Rice

A close-up shot of a bowl of garlic fried rice, topped with crispy fried garlic bits. A black spoon is scooping some of the rice from the bowl. The dish is served on a wooden table.

Japanese Set Meal

A Japanese set meal is presented on a black tray. The meal includes a whole grilled fish, a bowl of white rice, miso soup, a skewer of grilled meat, a small dish of pickled vegetables, a small dish with fruit and cake, sashimi, and a bowl of chawanmushi (savory egg custard).

Hot Pot Meal

A close-up view of a hot pot meal being prepared on a portable stove. The pot contains a rich broth with thinly sliced pork, tofu, napa cabbage, and green onions. A side bowl of udon noodles is also visible. A call button and a small menu or bill are on the table.

Tuna Inari Sushi

Two pieces of inari sushi filled with chopped tuna and topped with ikura (salmon roe) and chopped scallions. Served with a side of wasabi and pickled ginger on a wooden board.

Chicken Teriyaki Skewers

A close-up shot of teriyaki chicken skewers served on a sizzling platter with lettuce and a lemon wedge. The chicken pieces are bite-sized, glazed with a teriyaki sauce, and appear to be grilled or pan-fried to a golden brown. The platter is placed on a wooden table.

Restaurant Interior with Japanese Lanterns

The image shows the interior of a restaurant with a warm, wooden decor. A prominent feature is a large display of white Japanese lanterns with red floral patterns hanging from the ceiling. The tables are set with menus and place settings. On the wall, there is a framed artwork depicting koi fish and lily pads.

Grilled Fish with Lemon

A close-up shot of a grilled fish served on a rectangular black plate. The fish is golden brown and appears to be seasoned. It is garnished with lettuce and a slice of lemon. A small mound of grated daikon radish is also visible on the side. The plate is set on a wooden table, with a glass of green beverage and a black dish in the background.

Hot Pot Meal

A close-up view of a hot pot meal being cooked on a portable stove. The pot contains a savory broth with thinly sliced beef, tofu, carrots, mushrooms, and leafy greens. A small bowl of rice and chopsticks are visible on the side. The portable stove has a yellow and blue caution label with instructions. The background shows a dimly lit restaurant interior with wooden tables and chairs.

Whole Grilled Fish Platter

A whole grilled fish is presented on a platter with various accompaniments. The fish is scored and grilled to a dark char, revealing flaky white flesh. It is served with two small bowls of dipping sauce, shredded daikon radish, sliced tomatoes, cucumber, green peppers, and slices of tamagoyaki (Japanese rolled omelet). A sprig of greenery and lemon slices garnish the dish. The platter is set on a wooden table.

Japanese Meal Set

A tray of Japanese food including tempura, sushi rolls, gyoza, soba noodles, and a dipping sauce.

Crab Salad

A close-up shot of a crab salad served in a dark blue bowl. The salad contains shredded crab meat, lettuce, cucumber, tomato, and orange roe. A lemon wedge is visible on the side. Tongs are placed in the bowl, ready to serve. The background shows a wooden table and out-of-focus figures.

Bar Interior

A view of a bar area with refrigerators stocked with drinks, a bartender working behind the counter, and Japanese lanterns hanging from the ceiling. There are also beer mugs and trays on the counter.

Assorted Appetizer Platter

A white rectangular platter holds an assortment of small dishes, likely appetizers. In the foreground, a glistening, orange, gelatinous dish is sprinkled with sesame seeds. Behind it, a pile of shredded white radish and carrot forms a bed for other items. To the right, a generous portion of bright green seaweed salad is visible. In the center and left, several other small dishes contain various colorful and textured food items, including what appears to be small, red, cooked pieces of seafood and a creamy, pale dish. The platter sits on a wooden table.

Sliced Beef with Garnish

Thinly sliced, seared beef is arranged on a dark rectangular plate, topped with crispy fried garlic, sesame seeds, chopped green onions, and a hint of orange relish. The dish is served with bright green snap peas and a savory sauce.

Japanese Meal Set

A Japanese meal set is presented on a black tray. The set includes a bowl of ramen with meat, kimchi, and tofu, a small plate of sushi rolls with tempura shrimp, a small dish of gyoza, a small bowl of dipping sauce, a piece of watermelon, and a slice of cheese. A skewer with meat is also visible.

Sizzling Steak Bites

A close-up shot of cubed steak served on a sizzling platter. The steak is medium-rare, with a pink interior and a seared exterior. It is topped with grated daikon radish and chopped green onions, and served with a side of dipping sauce in a black bowl. The platter is placed on a wooden board, and the meal is set on a light-colored wooden table. In the background, there are chairs and a menu.

Garlic Fried Rice

A close-up shot of a bowl of garlic fried rice, topped with crispy fried garlic bits. The rice appears to be mixed with scrambled egg. The bowl is placed on a wooden table, and parts of people's arms and torsos are visible in the background.