Yakiniku Futago is the newest Japanese “Yakiniku” (barbecue) restaurant on the scene, occupying a sleek Union Square location. This is the first U.S. mainland outpost of this Osaka-based chain started by two Korean-Japanese twins (“futago” in Japanese).

Though the space's dark design and slightly elevated price point (you'll want to order multiple meat courses) might pigeonhole it as a special occasion only affair, the staff's ebullient cheers and the drama of the on-table cooking make it more casual than appearances might suggest.

This is a great place to have dinner with kids!

37 West 17th Street