Zaku Izakaya is one of the best japanese izakaya restaurants in Boston for date night, especially if you want a strong option in South End.
Zaku Izakaya suits a night out in South End when you want japanese izakaya that feels grown-up without getting stiff.
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Zaku Izakaya is listed in the Moderate spend price range. Check the restaurant's current menu for available dishes and prices. Menus, availability, and prices can change, so confirm current details before visiting.
Check the current menuZaku Izakaya works for date night in South End because the room and the food both help the evening land. It also holds a 9.0 rating across 118 Google reviews.
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Zaku Izakaya is a Japanese Izakaya restaurant located in South End, Boston. Zaku Izakaya suits a night out in South End when you want japanese izakaya that feels grown-up without getting stiff.
Zaku Izakaya is best for cocktail, hidden gem, date night. Zaku Izakaya works for date night in South End because the room and the food both help the evening land. It also holds a 9.0 rating across 118 Google reviews.
Zaku Izakaya is in the Moderate spend price range ($$). Google rating: 9.0 from 118 reviews
Zaku Izakaya holds a 9.0 Google rating from 118 reviews. Zaku Izakaya works for date night in South End because the room and the food both help the evening land. It also holds a 9.0 rating across 118 Google reviews.
Zaku Izakaya is located at 520 Columbus Ave, Boston, MA 02118, USA. Directions are available via Google Maps.
Yes — Zaku Izakaya is tagged for date night dining. Zaku Izakaya works for date night in South End because the room and the food both help the evening land. It also holds a 9.0 rating across 118 Google reviews.
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