Tribeca is about to get a double dose of Tokyo, and 428 Greenwich Street is the address to remember. Two Japanese hospitality concepts are preparing to take over the former Sushi Azabu space, pairing an intimate wagyu-focused restaurant downstairs with a sophisticated cocktail bar upstairs. Consider it dinner and drinks with a distinctly Japanese twist.
The project brings together Nikuya Tanaka, led by acclaimed Japanese chef Satoru Tanaka, and Land Bar Artisan, the Tokyo cocktail destination making its first New York appearance.
Downstairs: Wagyu Takes Center Stage
Chef Satoru Tanaka is bringing his expertise in Japanese beef to a highly intimate, 10-seat dining experience. Tanaka began working in his family’s butcher business as a child before opening Yakiniku Tanaka in Tokyo’s Ginza neighborhood in 1992.
The Tribeca restaurant is expected to focus on premium Japanese wagyu, including celebrated Kobe and Matsusaka beef, alongside dishes such as sashimi, shabu-shabu and tempura. For serious beef enthusiasts, this is shaping up to be a reservation worth pursuing.
Upstairs: Tokyo’s Cocktail Culture Arrives in NYC
On the ground floor, Land Bar Artisan will introduce New Yorkers to the cocktail approach of celebrated bartender Daisuke Ito. Known for his intimate Tokyo bar and meticulous attention to ingredients, Ito has developed a following that includes some very high-profile international guests.
The New York outpost is expected to feature approximately 40 seats, carefully crafted classic cocktails and fruit-driven drinks, with an emphasis on fresh ingredients and personalized hospitality. An à la carte food offering is also planned.
One Address, Two Reasons to Visit
The combination of a Japanese wagyu restaurant and a serious cocktail destination makes 428 Greenwich an intriguing addition to Tribeca’s dining scene.
Both concepts are targeting a fall 2026 debut, although a firm opening date has not yet been announced.
Whether you’re there for the beef, the martinis or both, Greenwich Street is about to get a little taste of Tokyo.
