After hearing great things about Omakase, I was eager to try it out, and WOW! My boyfriend brought me here for my birthday back in March when indoor dining had just resumed. We were seated at the bar, right in front of the chef who curated a beautiful dining experience for us throughout the night. Overall, we had an amazing experience and would highly recommend! read more

Extremely disappointing, especially considering this is one of the most expensive omakase experiences in the area. Unfortunately, the food, ingredients, service, and atmosphere did not come close to justifying the price. The restaurant was incredibly loud, from the music to neighboring diners. It felt more like a crowded food court than a high-end omakase. The food itself was ordinary and forgettable, with very little creativity or anything that stood out. More concerning was the professionalism. The chef made vulgar/sexual jokes with other guests, and we saw diners walk into the kitchen, handle the restaurant's knives, cut and play with cucumbers. Even more surprisingly, the chef handed a large fish-preparation knife to the diner sitting right next to us to play with, which made us genuinely uncomfortable and concerned for our safety. The chef also prepared and served food without wearing a mask throughout our meal. For one of the highest-priced omakase experiences in the area, we expected much better food, atmosphere, service, and professionalism. Unfortunately, this was nowhere near worth the price, and we would not return. read more

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I love the place, fresh seafood, well crafter presentation. Friendly atmosphere. There is a few minor changes that I would like to see. 1. A choice of whether you want the soup at the end of sushi. I prefer at the end because it fills you up. 2. The sushi rice density could be a bit even. read more

Omakase was the first Omakase place I've ever been to. And the first "fine dining" place. I thought that might color my review a bit, so it was hard to evaluate it fairly. Almost 10 years ago! Back when it had a Michelin star. Recently, I revisited Omakase with a friend, partly to celebrate a job change and partly because I was craving reckless money spending. Omakase is a small venue and its staff are pretty casual - this makes it feel very intimate, like you're part of some cool club. There was only one chef on this night, and he played some games like having us guess the weight of something and giving the winner (me!) a special piece. The fish and such were of course great, but a stand out for me was the tamago, which is bruleed. I don't remember much about the first time I visited, but the two things that stood out to me, then were also the two things that stood out to me now - the vibe and the tamago. read more

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Came for a special dinner, 5 years after the last time we were here and everything is still so good! We always leave feeling very full which makes this place so worth it. Our favorite dishes of the night were the otsukuri, mushimono, and desserts. Chef George was splendid - remembering everyone's preferences and keeping the ambiance lively. Jonathan was a delight as well, making small talk between dishes and always made it feel like we were having a meal with friends. I always rave about this place to friends and I'm happy to say the quality of food/service has not changed. We can't wait to come back again! read more

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This is a bit weird because I feel like the service, food and costs may be all over the place, but we had always wanted to try Omakase before the pandemic hit and was sad that they closed up for a bit during the early days, but grateful that a year and a half in they decided to do take out omakase! While value is really individual to everyone, I thought their take out program was great. Each piece was well prepared & seasoned already and the presentation was gorgeous. Definitely a nice little dine out moment in during the wild times of the pandemic. read more

Had an INCREDIBLE experience here on a Friday night. They have quite some options when it comes to customizing your omakase experience. The sake flight - This is fun to sample around a variety of sake based on your choice I honestly don't recommend adding the caviar, as it overpowered the richness and fattiness of the fish itself Anyways, I definitely recommend y'all stop by and try them out while you're in the area! read more

Really delicious and fun omakase experience. Loved it and thought the food was good and the chefs were chatty and fun to talk to! Ambiance and service were wonderful and they accommodated our last minute reservation for my birthday. read more

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This place was located in a pretty interesting area, but parking was surprisingly easy to find. We had a Friday night reservation for 7:45 PM and arrived around 7:30. The vibe inside was cozy and intimate, with lowkey music playing in the background, and we were seated right away. What made the night even more special was that it was my birthday -- they had a personalized menu waiting for me, which was such a thoughtful touch. I ordered a plum wine that tasted absolutely divine. One of the highlights was getting to watch the chef prep each course right in front of us. It felt like watching an art show unfold in real life -- every detail was handled with so much care and precision. Every dish tasted amazing; I didn't quite know what to expect going in, but it ended up being such a unique and memorable experience. The dessert, in particular, was SO good -- it really tied the whole evening together. Honestly, this felt like an unforgettable night, and I would absolutely come back for another special occasion! read more

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Had a wonderful time at Omakase while they were hosting guest chef Hiroyuki Sato. The quality and diversity of fish, presentation and plating, ambience, and service were all first rate. The omakase experience here is deeply intimate, from the chef counter seating to the instructions to receive freshly made sushi with one's hands. I loved being front and center watching Chef Sato concentrate on his art, and Chef Yu helped make the experience delightful for everyone. Our server Jonathan was engaging as well - we really enjoyed the explanations of each sake during the pairing. The fish was exquisite (I didn't think I liked saba and uni before this, and each unique tuna was on a different level than the sashimi I'm used to!), the tamagoyaki and panna cotta were delicate, balanced, and not cloying, and I appreciated all the attention paid to details like sake/sushi temperature and the fresh ginger and wasabi. The experience was a bit of a splurge, but I feel that it was absolutely worth it for fancy omakase. For more of an everyday meal, I'm looking forward to trying sushi at their attached sister restaurant (Okane) sometime soon. read more

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Incredible experience! My favorite Michelin star restaurant in San Francisco. It is a classic Japanese omakase with an elevated presentation. Loved the chutoro and otoro (tuna) cuts and the monkfish liver. I am not an uni girl but they get their premium uni shipped in from Hokkaido. The chefs are so charismatic and make the whole evening that much more special. I took my dad here for his birthday and he loved it! He even got a photo after with the tuna sword and chef! read more

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I'm unsure as to what has happened to this establishment. What once was a proverbial source of magic in the culinary community of San Francisco has fallen. I have previously spoken highly of this spot, possibly holding it in the highest regard among my vast and varied gastronomic experiences. This does not seem to be the case anymore. Starting off with the food. I used to be brought to tears from the memory of this place. Now, I cannot even muster a smile. I'm unsure if it is because of tariffs or general economic distress. Regardless of the cause, the quality has quite noticeably decreased. The first time I came here (2023), the meal was unlike anything I have ever seen: deep red color on the tuna, pearl-like luster on the shiromi, and the wagyu/uni/caviar with the gold leaf as the finale. I remember how the chefs showcased the fish the first time around enough to be disappointed by my latest experience. It felt cheaper for lack of a better word. Nothing I experience was as tender or buttery as it was back then. I think the only thing that stayed consistent was the fish liver course, which ended up being my favorite this time around despite it being my least favorite before. The service and ambiance have not suffered the same fate. The servers were attentive and knew the sake menu well (he made great suggestions), and the ambiance was calming. While the star of the show in my first review was not there, the chef we were sat in front of was equally charismatic and skilled. Overall, these people are professionals that are making the very best of what they have. It just feels so strange to me that a place I once REVERED could not even wow me this time. I hope whatever hardships they are facing subside, because they are not currently delivering a meal worth $350 per person. read more

Probably everything I will write about has already been echoed by many others so here's some bullet points instead. My bf made reservations here for dinner on Valentines day. Loved that the menu had a Valentines theme to it. One of the items was a pretty darn big heart shaped container of fresh uni in it. The last dessert also came heart shaped. Absolutely no complaints about the sushi and other food items at all. Very intimate and attentive service by everyone who works there from the chefs to the maitre d's, servers, etc. We even got to joke around and play around with the chefs. We offered them some of our sake shots of course. I found it so cute and whimsical that we got to pick our sake cups out of a 10 or 11 item choices. They were all so pretty! Yes, this will definitely make a dent in your wallet, but I think work going at least once. I'm sure there are other omakase's that cost less and can serve good sushi too. But the experience we had was great! read more

Went here for my birthday a few weeks ago and had an absolutely incredible experience! A nice touch: they customized my menu for my birthday! I wish I had taken pictures of the food, but it was all delicious, the chefs were incredible and personable, and our sake-master was very knowledgeable. It's a bit pricey for an every day experience but would absolutely come back for another special occasion! read more

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I had high expectations for Omakase after hearing so many great things, so I canceled another reservation and booked here for Father's Day. That's why I was extremely disappointed to find out just three days before that my reservation had been canceled. The only notification? A generic OpenTable message. No call, no email, no explanation. A last-minute cancellation like this without any personal outreach feels incredibly unprofessional. I was genuinely excited to try all the restaurants under the Omakase Group-Niku, Okane, Dumpling Time but this experience has made me lose trust in their reliability and guest care. Sadly, I won't be dining at any of their restaurants again, and I can't recommend Omakase to others. At this price point, you're much better off going to Kusakabe or Ju-Ni, where the service and attention to detail still match the quality of the food. Maybe this dip in customer care explains why they lost their Michelin star in 2023 or maybe it's what caused them to lose it in the first place. It's starting to feel like the group's focus has shifted more toward revenue than hospitality, especially after seeing Niku try to raise fund from the public on Gofundme for a fire that happend at their own restaurant. Really disappointing experience all around. read more

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For sure the best sushi I've ever had in the States. All the fish is imported from Japan and the chefs have extensive culinary experience. The restaurant has a very intimate setting with only up to 12 guests at a time. Each course was a culinary work of art and blew us away. My partner also did the sake pairing and really enjoyed it. The fresh ginger was strong but really added to the experience. I don't typically go for wasabi but the authentic wasabi here was different. It was also fun to watch the chef grind it in front of you! Definitely a spot to consider if you're looking for a once-in-a-lifetime dining experience! read more

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Enjoyed the dinner and the chefs were interactive with the guests. Of course a smaller space but enough room where you didn't feel cramped. Service was nice and appreciated the welcome card. Enough courses where I was full but not stuffed. It's quite a drive if depending where you're staying in the city. read more

Visited Omakase for dinner recently and had a nice overall experience. Found the portions to be enough and didn't leave us too full, which is usually the experience we have at such omakase places. We were asked to wait in the little lounger area they have and were taken inside by the staff. Cozy place with 12 seats, dimly lit to give customers a welcoming experience. Very clean and minimalistic in decor. We ordered a bottle of Sake and didn't go with the pairing which the server informed us started with Champagne and ended with Pinot Noir with Sake in between. Everything the chefs served was delicious but left me retrospecting about previous omakase experiences that I think felt better. The starting dish of Lavender Infused Yuzu felt a bit out of place but the nigiri that followed were very delicious. There was some confusion with them replacing the wagyu dish for me since I don't eat beef and they waived half of the cost of the sake bottle for us to make up for the confusion. Overall a good experience and worth a visit. read more

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So many pieces, you'll definitely leave full. Nothing really felt incredible or over the top amazing. The fish quality was great, but there was one that we did not like that had a very fishy taste. I had to keep giving some pieces to my boyfriend to finish. The uni was fresh and from Hokkaido. I've had better omakase, but the service here was impeccable and the wait staff was attentive. It's a very inmate restaurant with seats around the sushi chef. A memorable birthday meal. read more

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Was this dinner a splurge? Yes. Was every piece of food masterfully crafted? Yes. Was the service Michelin-level? Yes. Would I come back? Yes. Omakase is by far the best omakase I've had in San Francisco. From the quality of food to the attentiveness of the service to the relaxed ambiance of the dining room, I was blown away by my meal. The meal is a bit pricey at $245 per plate, but everything that we experienced throughout our 2+ hour meal was well worth it. It was almost magical watching Chef Alan beautifully craft each part of our meal. From torching our wagyu nigiri to topping our o-toro with caviar, the standard of what I should expect at future omakases was blown through the roof. Additionally because the dining room was so intimate, it was so easy to chat with the chef and other parties seated during our dinner. I will let the pictures speak for themselves for how high quality the meal was, but i definitely encourage to try this place out if you're looking for a quality omakase in San Francisco. read more

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A 17-course meal with AMAZING service. I cannot understate how attentive, funny, and professional the chefs, servers, and staff are. For the steep price, I didn't think the seafood was the quality I was expecting. There were some dishes that we LOVED and others that I thought were kind of meh. Out of the 17 courses we received, I think around 40% of them were at the level of freshness and umami that I expected, and the others were probably akin to ones I could find at higher-level sushi restaurants. Some of the highlights I remember: + Wagyu Beef + Toro Cuts + Fried Shrimp + Yuzu Panna Cotta - absolutely loved, would've taken more home :) The ambiance of the facility is beautiful. It's very intimate with only about 10-15 seats in the restaurant total. A very memorable meal indeed! read more

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5 star meal and experience. I've gone to Omakase a handful of times over the last 10 years but my most recent visit was the best! My friend and I got next to some regulars and we had a great time talking throughout the 2 hour experience. Every piece of fish is top quality and delicious. It's a splurge for me and not something I can do often, but I highly recommend it to all sushi lovers! read more

Came here for my partner's birthday dinner and boy it did not disappoint! I'm not a sushi connoisseur by any means so I thought I'd be completely out of my comfort zone. But, the chef we had for the night (a Bay Area local) was funny, welcoming, and took the time to explain each and every part of the 20 item menu. Not only did he explain the specifics of the fish, but he also explained the region of Japan it was sourced from and culinary history behind why he prepared it the way he did. He really made our night! Needless to say the food was delightful, fresh, and full of little enjoyable surprises. It was totally worth the $$$ read more

My fiancee took me here for my bday dinner. Everything was fresh, delicious, and amazing quality. Every bite was magnificent and I was really full at the end. The servers and chefs were very attentive. They made the experience more fun. Everyone's water and gingers were never empty. The chef drew fishies in my birthday card which was a super personable touch. They even helped every party take a picture at the end of the dinner. Overall, experience was a 10/10. Highly recommend. read more

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This is absolutely the best omakase with the highest quality of ingredients and the most approachable chefs you'll find in the area. Anything with Hokkaido Uni is simply stunning. O-toro here is just on another level. Monkfish liver? So buttery and flavourful. Chawanmushi gives you a surprising smoky salmon aroma. Not to mention the snow crab with caviar and giant fresh ebi shrimp. What stands out to me is that every single sushi piece is so thoughtfully executed - torched, lightly sauced, lime sprinkled, wasabi infused. Even the sushi rice itself has a ton of umami, and the freshly grounded wasabi and pickle gingers are cherry on top. Oh and the yuzu panna cotta? I can easily have a couple! Service is attentive and cheerful. Wonderful chefs and staff. We had a great laugh and a great time. You cannot miss this. read more

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I was very pleased with my experience here. Omakase doesn't have a Michelin star but it is deserving of it! The ambience is very intimate and dimly lit. It only fits about 9-10 people. The hosts and the chefs were all very pleasant. I've been to the Shota in SF for omakase and I must admit, this place exceeded my experience there. Each bite was so delicious and they were very generous with their uni here. The hot dish with fish roe and uni was one of my favorites-- many of the dishes were. I highly recommend coming here and trying it out. Only thing I would point out that I noticed was the wasabi was a little bit more than what I'm used to at other omakase that I had to drink a lot of water to clear that spice off. But other than that, I definitely would come here again, even for $330. So good! Parking was not too difficult in this area. Very safe part of SF! There's also a nearby parking garage too. read more

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Oh my. Unexpected is a heavy understatement. But also sometimes luck plays a part in an experience gone right. Maybe the stars aligned just right for us or it may have been a full moon without us knowing it. Whatever the case may have been, it was an incredible evening. My wife and I have always been appreciative of people in general. Whether it's those curating the dishes or those serving the dishes, the right people make the environment. As far as the overall omakase food experience goes, it's a 8 / 10. There were a couple of great dishes, several good dishes and a couple of okay dishes. If it's your first true omakase experience, you'll love it. If you've been around town for omakases, you'll might be a bit of a critic. We did the beverage pairing which was an amazing accompaniment to our meal as everything we had was a definite first. The unsung heroes - sometimes - are everyone who took part in crafting and serving us the start to end omakase experience. It wasn't incredibly by the book which is already refreshing but too not loose that it loses the charm of a special omakase meal. read more

Exquisite sushi served by some of the best chefs in the city. They import some of the finest seafood from Japan and have an incredible sake list. read more

Rating takes into account the price, 330 after tax and tip, no drinks. Solid, traditional, and delicious omakase experience. The highlights of the meal were the nigiri.. As it should be! Service was great, chef was friendly and kept all the guests entertained. I especially enjoyed the initial hand roll, ankimo, Lobster tamago, and of course, the wagyu uni caviar (though it felt like it was missing truffle for the quadfecta ) Weak areas-- the chawanmushi was of course very tasty but the custard itself was normal and they just put uni and crab on top of it. I've had much better luxury chawanmushi. The dessert at the end was beautiful but too sweet. If you have never been to a good omakase, this will be a safe bet. read more

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Great ! We love the omakase. I went for a special occasion. Small intimate. Also sake pairing is a must

The omakase here was excellent! In particular I enjoyed the ankimo, chutoro, uni, seared nodoguro, and wagyu. Everything was fresh & flavorful and (at the time of writing, $240 pre-tax/tip) great value! For context I've had a variety of other omakase places in SF, e.g Wako, Oma, Kusakabe, the Shota and at the moment I think this one is my favorite for quality of food for what you're paying. I like that for the fish that usually has less flavor on its own, e.g the hirame or the sea trout, they brushed a little bit of sauce or squeezed a little bit of lime or lemon on it to bring out more flavor but without overpowering the taste of the fish, or they seared it! Searing the nodoguro in particular improved it a lot, it wasn't nearly as memorable when I had it raw in Japan. For fish that naturally was more flavorful already such as the chutoro or otoro, they left it alone so it was just the deliciousness of the fresh fish. The hokkaido uni was also 10/10. If I went back now I would order an extra one at the end assuming I wasn't full. You get quite a bit of food! I ordered an extra ankimo at the end and didn't think I could eat anything else after that without feeling stuffed. read more

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Title: Great food, but the atmosphere took away from our omakase experience My wife and I came here to celebrate our wedding anniversary. We had visited Japan a few years ago for our honeymoon and wanted to relive that intimate omakase experience we loved so much. While the food itself was very good and we appreciated the craftsmanship and skill of Chef Georgie, the overall atmosphere and service really took away from what could have been a memorable evening. When we arrived, the door was locked and there was a small group standing out front. We thought we might have been in the wrong place until someone from the group knocked for the hostess to let us in. It turned out that person was actually the owner and chef, who didn't greet or acknowledge us as we entered, which immediately felt a little off. Inside, we were seated alongside two other couples, plus a group of the chef's friends. Unfortunately, his friends were very loud throughout the entire dinner. At one point, one of them even had a laptop out saying she was "doing work" during the meal. As the night went on, the group got louder from drinking, and the vibe shifted from refined omakase to more of a party scene. It was distracting and uncomfortable not only for us but also for the other guests and even the chefs, one couple ended up leaving early. By the end of the night, the group was offering us sake shots and even their dragon roll, which felt completely out of place for what was supposed to be a quiet, curated dining experience. Our server, Jonathan, was friendly but seemed caught up in the chaos. He made several mistakes with our check and wasn't particularly apologetic. We also noticed him taking shots with the loud group, which didn't help the overall impression. Overall, Chef Georgie's food and technique were excellent, every bite showed true skill and attention to detail. But the lack of hospitality, combined with the disruptive atmosphere, made it hard to enjoy what was meant to be a special night for us. For the price and level of dining, we expected something more refined and professional. read more

OMAKASE!!! I don't usually write reviews but thought this place finally deserved one! I've been coming here over the years and probably dined here at least upwards of 15+ times. Every single time has been wonderful, FUN, and delicious! Chef Jackson always takes really good care of me and my parties and keeps the overall atmosphere fun and family-like. Lots of funny topics and talks here haha. It's definitely never boring. The sushi is always delicious and different. Jackson and his team are always super attentive. Love this place! read more

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It was a great choice of sushi, they made it fun and of course you just get to relax and enjoy the food and great sake! Really enjoyed the experience and service, top notch for an event or just a special date! read more

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I have never experienced something like this. Every bite was perfect. The service was amazing and I loved the atmosphere. Best dining experience and food I've ever had. read more

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Failed to take photos of everything but it was all delicious! My husband and I came for the first time this summer for our anniversary because of a friend's recommendation and we enjoyed it just as much as Sushi Shin by Miyakawa in Tokyo. I subsequently had to bring friends on two more occasions to enjoy the delicious meal and wonderful overall experience. They had an exciting menu change around mid/late summer that incorporated kaiseki dishes but they otherwise remained consistent--all three times that I visited the ambiance, service, and food quality was excellent. Jonathan is welcoming, kind, and attentive, Peter is a great chef and fun to talk to throughout the meal (I also saw him recently featured on an Instagram reel from CharliLikesToEat, 17.5k views and counting so definitely check in advance for reservations), and everyone else is very personable. I've always gotten the drink pairing which I highly recommend, but I know they also have great selections outside of the pairing. Definitely a place I've recommended to others! read more

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I came here after seeing Chef Jackson on Ludwig's stream. Food was immaculate. So delicious. The fish is flown in from Japan and somehow fresh and not pre-frozen tasting. Like damn, everything was delicious. Come hungry. Very hungry. It's a lot of food, so you definitely get your money's worth. Both Chef Jackson and the other Chef (sorry forgot his name) were both very cheerful and talkative. The service was also top-notch. Would love to come again :) read more

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Probably one of the best Omakse Ive ever experienced. Totally caught by surprise. Ive never actually write reviews but this actually makes me want to compliment the chef and the quality of fish read more

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I've been to many different omakase spots in the Bay Area, but I have to say that this was the best omakase I've had so far! Omakase is located in the design district, near the Chase center, which is the nicer part of SF. There is plenty of parking on the street but there is also a parking garage nearby that the restaurant has the key to so you don't have to worry about getting locked out. The interior of the restaurant is your classic intimate and dimly lit Japanese restaurant. I like that they only offer bar seating and the low rise counter made me feel closer to the chef. Now onto the food! The course started off strong with a bluefin toro handroll which was so fresh! I really liked how they tucked in the seaweed so the contents inside don't spill out as you eat it! They also let me choose any item off the menu to substitute the scallop since I'm allergic to it instead of replacing it with the cheapest fish like most places would. Every piece melted in my mouth and there wasn't a single piece I did not like. My favorites were the akami zuke (lean tuna which was nicely marinated) and shrimp (I liked how they included the fried head on the side). Uni usually tastes fishy to me but the Uni here was super fresh! I also liked how they let you make your own handroll and the rice on the bottom is soaked in a dashi broth which was so good. They definitely did not skimp on the uni! Speaking of the rice, their rice is seasoned which added more flavor to the nigiri. Also, I usually don't care for tamago but the creme brûlée top on their tamago was life changing! Service was friendly and attentive. They personalize your menu with a cute little design if you're celebrating a birthday or anniversary. One of the host noticed that our menu had some sauce stains on it and they reprinted the menu for us at the end which I thought was super nice! One of the chefs also offered to take pictures for us which was super sweet. If you're looking for the full omakase experience then you definitely have to check this place out! read more

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I can now understand why Omakase earned a Michelin star. Honestly, I was just looking for a good spot to grab sushi after getting a massage nearby (because for me sushi is part of my self-care.) I immediately was impressed by the ratings and the proximity, but doubted that they'd be able to take a walk-in on a Saturday afternoon considering that the space is on the smaller side. To my surprise, when I arrived the restaurant was not too crowded and I was immediately seated at the sushi bar. As I watched the chefs prep orders, I knew I was in for a treat. The fish looked so beautiful, fresh and they were fulfilling each order with such care and detail. I later read on their website that they source their fish from world-renowned fish vendors in Tokyo, who then fly their best selections to Omakase three times each week. Pretty impressive! I ordered a few pieces of nigiri and a specialty roll because I was going for a quick bite vs the omakase experience. It was evident that the fish was fresh and very high quality. Service was also great! I didn't need much, but the team was attentive and quick allowing for me to be in and out rather quickly while still keeping the level of the experience high. Thanks so much to Omakase for a memorable meal! read more

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