Kokage is an upscale eatery contained within one of the finest Japanese vegetarian restaurants in New York City – Kajistsu.

Holding its own with a menu that serves stellar bowls of house-made soba, udon and ramen and a menu of a la carte dishes which include seafood, meat and eggs.

Open for lunch only – the set menu is the most reasonable option in this pricey spot.

I met Cindy from Chubby Chinese Girl here for lunch and had an unforgettable bowl of Curry Udon w/ Tofu. Served with a side of Inari Sushi (my fav), the flavors of this bowl were really divine. The handmade noodles were perfectly softened and coated with just the right amount of curry – making each bite pure heaven!

Kokage is a really wonderful option for those seeking a slightly elevated lunch experience both in flavor and price.

Here is some of what we ate: