Sushi by hidden. Let's take an omakase concept and make it 30 minutes, with limited seating! Sushi by hidden is the sister restaurant of hidden omakase. Bringing the concept of an omakase with a 30 minute time limit. Don't expect to be full because the nigiri starts flying out as soon as you take your seats. They rotate their menus every month and change the fish, which is good because it educates those who only stick to their usual salmon and tuna nigiri. They also have an a la carte menu you can order in the middle of your omakase, but like I said don't expect to be fed an entire meal. Before you know it, the chefs rang their gong and I was out the door. 12 pieces = $60, probably a good lunch but not for dinner. It's also BYOB so make note of that! read more

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Came here on a Sunday at around 645PM. First impression, it's inside a business that has portraits on the wall, so you may miss it. I asked the people at valet where to find it. We booked our reservation about a week in advance and had no difficulty finding a slot. I was impressed by the quality considering the price! 12 pieces for $60 and we both got the A5 wagyu a la carte. The flounder and wagyu have to be my favorite. There are about 10 seats, and they quickly introduce each piece as they are finished. This is a good place to go if you love food for the food and want to try out omakase, But not ideal for a date or if you want to catch up with a friend. The seating is only 30 minutes. Regarding parking, you can park in front of the stores or there is complimentary 2-hr parking in the garage. Overall, I am glad I came and find myself returning. read more

Sushi By Hidden - A5 wagyu - Sushi Bars Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Another concept by Hidden Omakase - the least expensive and quicker version! Hidden in the former Cloud 10 and The Loop space, they've transformed the exterior facade into an art gallery. Little do you know, behind that large Mona Lisa photo is the entrance to Sushi by Hidden. I love the Hidden concept, just like their sister restaurant. Inside, you get a very simplistic sushi counter that seats about 10-12 people per seating. Each seating runs only about 30 mins, so be on time cause they start right away and will not wait for any late comers. We got in about 10 mins late and already had a voicemail and 3-4 pieces of sushi sitting on our plates. Each course was freshly prepared, seasoned to eat, and you can tell was a very high quality fish. Portions are great, I've been to some places where the proportions aren't right or they're just too small, and this one hit it dead on. Each piece had a unique take on flavors but didn't overpower the taste of the fish itself. Favorites of the night were the Kanpachi and Engawa.. but I was impressed by each bite and didn't have any that I didn't enjoy within the omakase menu. The ala carte items were just ok though and I don't think I would order the Toro Caviar or the Patty Melt again. The experience as a whole was fantastic. The fiancé loved how quick the courses were, you didn't have to sit 15-20 mins between bites. The staff actually had to work hard to get the courses out that quickly and it was impressive. Alan behind the bar was delightful to talk to. He kept us entertained the whole dinner and I got to ring the gong to close out dinner on my birthday! How fun! I loved the whole experience and will be back very soon! They'll probably have the same menu for a bit as they just opened; give people a shot to try it out before switching it up. And they're looking for chefs so they can open up and offer lunch as well! Can't wait to be back for more! And at $60 a person, it's a pretty good deal for 12 courses! I've seen omakase give less for a lot more money! Hopefully this doesn't change! read more

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We tried this omakase for the first time and had a great experience. For the price, it exceeded expectations. The staff were very friendly and entertaining. They have a cool art gallery as well. It's $60 for a 30 min lunch or $75 for a 45 min dinner. They do like a speed omakase for ppl on the go. read more

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This was my first omakase experience and they did a fantastic job, not just on food, but also the service was great and the ambiance was perfect. Really enjoyed trying all the nigiris that the chefs created- super creative with textures and flavors! Really enjoyed my time here! read more

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Speakeasy feel.. walk into an 'art gallery' and are welcomed through a picture to the dining area that consists of one long bar with about 10 bar stools. 3 sushi chefs work to put food out in a timely fashion,covering 10 single pieces of sashimi in 30 minute time sitting slots. Each piece was delicious- nothing to complain about the quality.. but if you like to eat a substantial meal, this place is not for you. $60 lunch sitting for the 10 pieces. There's then a short ala carte menu of sashimi you can order to be served after the experience. My only wish is they offered 'rolls' you could order after the tasting menu so we could fill up. My husband was good with it though, as he finally got to try Trill Burger after! read more

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Love the price range- I mentioned to the chef that I wish more locations would offer price points like these. (Like in NYC) I've been to the sister location with chef nikki which I thoroughly enjoyed the experience. This pop up is not your normal omakase experience. If you like to savor and have feedback about your curated piece this place isn't for you. This is a fast paced "i have a 30 min" lunch break. Some pieces stuck out to me- chef integrated elements of fruit which complemented the fish extremely well. Unfortunately the pieces that used the torch device did not sit well with me. The chef may have used it for too long which left a "burnt-coal" aftertaste- side note i enjoy "Smokey" pieces. Overall this place is extremely affordable as discussed with the chef. He "dresses" these pieces very well I could care less if this fish came from Costco. I personally enjoy omakase for the simple fact that I get to see chefs have a blank canvas with the fish and they are the artists that add and enhance the fish to their liking. Ambiance was very intimate- perfect for a quick bite. Not perfect for a date. Hopefully chef considers extending time. read more

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My cousins and I came for lunch. Omakase in Houston can be found in quite a few spots now and Hidden was on my try list for a while. Parking in this area is street parking so we found a spot a block away and walked over. You enter the lobby space which is decorated to look like an art gallery and wait for the hostess to open the Mona Lisa door to let you in. The sushi chefs don't talk much besides sometimes telling you what they're preparing and then explaining what your dish is after placing it in front of you. The hostess is polite but not friendly either. So although service was fine in general, it's not welcoming or homey per se. Each dish was plated beautifully and tasted amazing. The fish was fresh and displayed in the fridge so you could see it and was being cut when we sat. The time constraint is something to consider when dining here. 30-45 min depending on your slot seems short (and is). I eat very slowly, like to chat, and enjoy my meal. While I did enjoy my meal, I can't say I enjoyed my experience. I felt rushed (which has to do with me not them). Overall glad I checked this place off my sushi list but not my favorite. read more

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Not bad at all. 12 course Omakase for $60. It's mostly nigiri. There is a catch. You're allowed sit for 30min. We didn't mind at all. Glad they offer Omakase without having to dine and wait for 2hrs. Allow us to grab quick bite and still get errands done. They also have an ala carte menu. You can add specials items to your order. Only con is my date said she still left here hungry bc the portions are extremely small. We ended up grabbing a burger on way home. Tips: BYOB Be sure arrive 10min before your reservation. Diner starts exactly on time and will start if you arrive late. Overall 5/5 read more

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Ok, it's been at least a couple years since I've first been going to Sushi by Hidden and my opinion has only improved. By popular demand, Chef Jimmie and company have increased their dining time for dinners from 30 minutes to 45 minutes (at a cost to make it $15 more expensive for the session, now totalling $75 before tip and tax; lunches are still $60 and 30 mins long). If that doesn't scream service, I don't know what will. Really quickly, PARKING: The most convenient option is the garage attached to the complex to the left of the restaurant; there is limited parking, but I'd be surprised if you couldnt find a spot. Pay by text or the parking app. There's also free, 2-hour parking around rice village; try the nearby streets or parking lots that are available to all customers. Otherwise if you don't mind the short 5 minute walk, go to the parking garage that is just behind "Bluestone Lane Cafe," parking is free for 2 hours (and just a dollar or two for another hour or so). Time for a recap. Easily still one of, if not my favorite, places to grab omakase. I have yet to find a place that beats it in terms of value. To me, the choice to increase dining time another 15 minutes (even if the cost goes up a little bit) is a generally favorable, however, as a veteran, Ive gotten quite used to the 30 minute time slot. If im getting the same amount of food, my mentality now is "why not pay less?" However, to be late can be a death sentence to the experience--and I stress to all fellow patrons (old and new) to NOT be late. To arrive early is to be on time and to arrive on time is to be late. The show does not stop for anyone, so dont be surprised if you're met with 5 pieces already getting suboptimally cold on your plate upon your late arrival. The extra 15 minutes can only help so much. Would this be an ideal place for a first date? Probably not. Having a romatic, artistic atmosphere paired with uplifting music (edm-ish), It does have the right amount of pazzas and quirkiness, but quite frankly, even with the bonus 15 minutes, the extent of your conversation may only get you as far as finding out what their favorite color is (and unless you're bringing a large party, don't bother having them uncork a bottle ($), you won't be able to finish it). Perhaps you might be thinking, "well, I'll just bring a sushi enthusiast then," but you would be a fool to do so, because, let's be honest, any of these charming fellas working here will only steal their heart. I kid, but really, I always have a good time conversing with the guys. They're just a ball of good vibes that you get to enjoy the occasional complimentary sake with. Ask them a question, they'll be sure to answer in fashionable form (sometimes going as far as pulling a whole fish from the dry ager and showing where the cuts are made). I for one always leave learning something new. If I had one thing to complain about, it's that I never got that monkfish I was teased with. The variety of dishes do not seem to seasonally rotate; and in their defense, they never advertised seasonal changes--also in their defense, the nigiri they've crafted is just really, REALLY good--so I'm not too upset with the "If it ain't broke" approach to things, but personally it does keep me from coming back as frequently as I'd like to visit, and I just have this gut feeling the team here would do experimental dishes justice. Out of 20 items on the menu, maybe--just maybe 1 of them will be different in a 6 month span. With the recent changes to time, it raises my score from 5/5 stars to... well, that's the max. But again, if you haven't checked this place out, you should. Find the RESY link on their website and book a spot. My favorite bite was the Engawa--my wife shares these feelings. Fellow yelpers, what was yours? (Shoot me a pm!) I won't add to the saturated pool of pictures of food porn they already have, so just take my word for it ;). Cheers! read more

I think this is the best and easiest and well priced omikase. It's 30 min $65 and every one of the 12 bites is delightful and you can add on. I think it's still BYOB. read more

SOLID This omakase is solid. Every piece is great. Quick - 30 minutes Affordable - $60 Satisfying - hits your omakase craving You will not leave disappointed! Great service as always read more

Nestled within the busy rice villagehis unique sushi restaurant transcends traditional dining experiences by blending culinary artistry with cultural storytelling. The space is adorned with minimalist décor that pays homage to both Japanese aesthetics and the vibrant local art scene, featuring murals by local artists and handcrafted pottery that gives each dish a personal touch. Each plate is an adventurous fusion of classic sushi and unexpected ingredients, offering a delightful array of options that reflect both seasonal availability and international influences. Our chef was wonderful and tried to connect with us to understand our pallet better! read more

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Absolutely fantastic sushi! I'm not even a huge sushi person, and I loved my dinner at Sushi by Hidden. The flavors were stunning. Because I believe the menu rotates, I won't go into the individual details of each sushi piece, but they were all amazing. Just so you know the setup: for $60 per person (plus tip), you sit at a counter (only 10 chairs total), and they serve you 12 pieces of sushi (mostly nigiri), plus any add-ons for extra $, in 30 minutes. It's BYOB, and the restaurant doesn't sell any alcoholic beverages. The restaurant is speakeasy-style: it looks like a small art gallery, but there's a door to the restaurant behind the Mona Lisa painting. I really liked the 30-minute rapid-fire sushi dinner style. I don't always have the patience for long, drawn-out meals, so this 30-minute setup was great for me--and I really didn't feel like the dinner experience or food experience suffered as a result--I actually think it was an enhanced, focused experience. Service was so polite, and they were genuinely interested in us having a good time. read more

PARKING: There is a parking garage, but it is very, VERY limited paid parking. It's only a few on the 1st floor while the 2nd floor is for resident only. I saw there is valet parking, but I would recommend paying for street parking. AMBIANCE: It is a casual-formal restaurant. I love the art gallery design with the hidden door leading to the restaurant. Sushi By Hidden is truly hidden. After checking in, you are seated right away at your scheduled time. FOOD/DRINKS: We heard that were is a 12 course omakase for $60, count us in!! The quality and the omakase was excellent for the price point. However, the experience of 30 minutes in and out just felt rushed for dinner. It was a really quick meal. SERVICE: Service is good. The server checked in often, and one of the chefs will wipe your plate after some of the sushi. Overall, if you are looking for a quick meal but able to plan in advance to make reservation online then you should go here. It is definitely worth trying! read more

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This is a fast paced omakase experience. In and out in 30 minutes. At first it was hard to find as it's not marked. The entrance is a tiny gallery and you wait for the waiter to bring you in through the secret entrance (giant Mona Lisa painting) to a counter that seats 10 and the sushi chefs serve you a fixed course of amazing sushi. Very creative creations! Loved each one. It's pretty fast. The pieces come out very quickly one after the other. Our reservation was for 6:30 and we were back on the street at 7:05... fastest dinner ever lol. read more

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This place. Omg I loved it! I was blown away by well, everything. First of all, how fun is it to find that secret door entrance? I know it isn't exactly a secret now, but a little spy work is always fun! The space is extremely efficient and the entire operation runs so smoothly. I felt this was a delicious and affordable omakase experience. Loved the banter between the chefs and the running commentary. I learned so much, and I can't wait to return once they swap their menu out! read more

This is my first time trying the fast-paced omakase experience. Our reservation was at 730pm and we arrived 30 mins earlier so the hostess (she's a super sweet lady) invited us to sit and wait on their outdoor patio. She was very thoughtful and brought us two glasses of iced water. The restaurant has done a great job on creating this hidden sushi counter behind a Mona Lisa painting. Around 720pm, we started to see our previous batch of guests coming out, and a couple came to sit at a table next to us on the patio. The lady was comparing a lot about the 30-min time constraint, she was disappointed with the limited time they had and she just thought it's not worth the price. However, my experience was actually not bad. With the $60/person menu, you get to enjoy 12 course over the course of 30 mins. It was definitely not one of those high-end omakase experience that you would expect when you go to those $100 or $200+/person high-end sushi place. However, the fishes were fresh and I think you get pretty decent stuffs with the price you're paying. The only thing I'd like to add though, is I hope they can remove some non-traditional elements (such as garlic sauce) on their sushi as they really downgrade the sushi and I would expect to get something more authentic in such a nice and hip restaurant. With $60/person I think the sushis I got were pretty good. But I would not recommend to order their add-one especially the Patty Melt. It's not worth the price and they're not as good as the ones they show on their website. Mine was missing the gold flakes and caviar, although the scallops are fresh and sweet. Overall, I think it's a place that's I'd go every once in a while when I'm craving for fresh seafood, but probably not an ideal place for date nights/celebrations as they really ask you to leave once you're 30-min is up! 3 star for food 4 star for service and ambiance read more

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Great service & omakase! Must go here if you want quick sushi dinner! The hotate (scallop), Medai (Japanese butterfish), Sagoshi (Spanish makeral), Hiramu, and Chutoro were the best! read more

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This was my first time trying omakase and I was very impressed. The seating area is very intimate and I believe only sits 10 people at a time. Could be less. Main reason to try was the price point. It's $75 per person for 13 courses. We blew through our budget by trying several a la carte menu items at the end such as the Engawa Truffle, which was to die for, the A5 Wagyu which I would personally skip next time, and the Foie Gras which melted in my mouth. The staff is in the younger side and have a sense of humor and take the edge off from trying what others may see as intimidating experience. We will be back. I'm sad I didn't take pictures, I was too busy scarfing everything down. Will be back! Also as a last piece of advice: BYOB! read more

The quality of the food and fish is absolutely INSANE for how much they charge. 30 minutes of 12 courses for $60 is such a steal and they allow you to order more pieces off their menu if you'd like. I eat A LOT of sushi and I can say this place is definitely in my top 5. I like how they lightly dress everything so that you can still taste the fish. I also really appreciated that the chef would announce the piece loud enough for everyone to hear and also told us how it was dressed. I really loved the overall vibe of the space. It was really intimate and private. I liked how they had everything prepped and ready to go, which I can see from other reviews most people did not like. My partner prefers to have his food really fast and right away whereas I typically like to take a little more time. I understand that they just recently opened and would probably like to get in as many customers as possible in their facility that only holds 10 people at a time. I hope that in the future, maybe they can extend the time to 45 minutes to an hour because it would be nice to interact with the chefs. The chefs also offered everyone who wanted one a free cup of sake which was nice. Definitely a great spot for a quick lunch or dinner! I will be going back for sure! read more

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The lobby is a cool speakeasy concept, you walk through a picture frame like door. This is easily one of my favorite fast sushi spots. You only get 30 minutes to eat sushi, but as someone who doesn't like to wait, this was perfect. Something quick, delicious, and high quality. read more

It's a cool experience and the food is amazing. You wait in a small unmarked gallery - Mona Lisa opens up, and you are guided into a cozy 10 seat bar with four friendly sushi chefs. And the food starts coming. And it's deftly prepared and of the highest quality. You should absolutely order a few a La carte items in addition to the tasting menu. The Toro Caviar and Wagyu were ridiculous - worth the trip for them alone. If you can score a res - be sure and bring your own vin. It's BYO!! Houston is lucky to have this addition. read more

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What an experience! The concept of a 30 min lunch omakase is very fun and unique. The setting is very intimate with service that is excellent and on point. Everyone from the hostess to the chefs were engaging, friendly and funny. Everyone made you feel so welcome and it was fun to see their recognition of several regulars. The food was phenomenal. Fresh, tasty, and distinct. I love not having to think about my order and to be consistently surprised and pleased. I have a feeling I'll become a regular too. read more

We loved our experience here! Super efficient and delicious. The fish selection was excellent and the service was top tier. Very cool environment to be in with good music and friends! read more

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As other reviews have mentioned, this is the perfect spot for an "Intro to omakase", where good fish quality comes at a lower price tag. However, as an overall experience, I left with much to be desired. While the restaurant itself is visually appealing with the fun speakeasy aspect to it, it is incredibly small, with only one small sushi bar. Furthermore, I find its 30 min seating INCREDIBLY restrictive to the point where the experience is over before I know it and was even able to enjoy it. There is very limited time to interact with the sushi chefs like a traditional omakase experience while still enjoying the time eating or drinking with your friends/family. They are also very strict with their seating times to the point if you are late, you will still be asked to leave at the end of your seating time (not 30 min from when you arrived), and you'll be scarfing down the nigiri pieces to catch up on the time that you missed (clearly I know from experience lol). My friends and I joke around that this is the perfect spot to have a meal with someone you don't want to spend much time with since its a hard 30 min cut off. Because of the strict timing, make sure to arrive early since parking in Rice Village can be difficult. Overall 3 stars since the fish is actually decent quality and delicious, but the experience is lacking for me. read more

As my first Omakase experience in America, this place was so good. My boyfriend and I booked a reservation and arrived a bit early. I enjoyed the waiting area being an art gallery with many pieces to inspect; it definitely kept me entertained and not bored. The food itself was absolutely amazing. I normally don't eat raw salmon and give them to my boyfriend, but I ate every single dish here. SO GOOD. I love the set up and the intimate nature of feeling like I'm at a dinner table waiting for private cooks to serve me my food. I enjoyed watching the sushi chefs work, their technique was extremely masterful. My favorite dish was the black cod one: so, so good. We have reservations to return very soon and hoping to make this a regular. read more

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If you are looking for a great place to eat delicious sushi- Sushi by Hidden is a fantastic option. Sushi by Hidden is a 30 minute omakase concept with reservation only. I would say this place is more of a speakeasy, hidden behind an art gallery next to rice village. We were greeted by the host who seated us at the 10 seated bar. We were then introduced to the 3 amazing sushi chefs taking care of us for dinner. Their omakase menu is written on the wall and they do follow the sushi menu in order. The sushi was fresh, fun and flavorful. We enjoyed each and every piece from the omakase. I also ordered the patty melt and the Hokkaido Uni... both were exceptional. The staff were soooo friendly and engaging. I would highly, highly recommend checking this gem out!! read more

The restaurant is inside of a mini art gallery and the entrance was hidden behind a big art peice. The inside of the restaurant itself was very nice, dim lighting, and only seats 10 people. The chef selects a 12-course omakase and so you just sit down and they start serving you right away. The quality of everything was fresh and very excellent. This place is definitely a quality over quantity. In my opinion, $60 dollars for 12 peices of sushi and 30 minute service is a bit pricey! But if you enjoy the splurge, its a great place to try out. All the chefs were incredibly knowledgeable and sweet. They even told jokes and made sure you were enjoyinrg every bite. It was a fun experience to try new types of fish. The only complaint I have, is that since it was my first time, I was confused if I had to check in or if I could just walk straight into the picture frame/ restaurant. There was no-one in the art gallery and I arrived 5 minutes before my reservation. I saw some people walk into the restaurant so I just assumed I didnt have to check in and followed them. Little did I know that there was someone you had to check in with and I couldnt just sit anywhere I wanted. They had pre-assigned seats. It was a bit embarrassing. read more

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Very cozy. No more than ten people a seating. Last for 30 mins and it's BYOB. Staff is friendly and interactive. The Omakase is ten courses, the dish is very fresh and a few of them were excellent. read more

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The price is really good for what you get. $60 really can't be beat! However be prepared to eat fast and not have much time to talk. This would be great place for a quick bite but if you want to catch up with friends or have a romantic date the pace will be too quick for you. My favorite fish was the flounder! So buttery and soft. The location is in rice village area so parking is sometimes a headache. Your best bet is to valet especially if you're running late because they will start serving you on the dot even if you haven't arrived. read more

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The nigiri was so delicious, each piece was unique and had a beautiful collaboration of texture and flavor. The ambiance is very intimate with only a few guests at each service. The service starts exactly at the reservation time, so don't be late! read more

Amazing quality and a very reasonable price. However, do not go for the "lounge around and take your time experience." This is the exceptional quality in a set period of time experience read more

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Sushi by hidden..my goodness everything tasted amazing. I loved how there were cuts of fish I haven't had before. They've added their unique taste to each. I was amazed on how quick we were there for, we loved it! Made me and my boyfriend kind of laugh because we were like "what just happened?! Were we even there?!" We were there for 30 minutes exact. We did arrive a few minutes late, had two nigiris on our plates waiting for us to eat and catch up. Comments from my bf- " my a** got blasted by hidden " oh my Didn't take any pictures because I wanted to enjoy the food, company, and conversations Definitely check this place out! Be sure to arrive early :) read more

I love this place! No frills, quick, and every bite is delicious. I'm used to getting some 'filler' sushi pieces for an omakase leading up to a few stars of the show; but every piece at Sushi By Hidden is a star in and of itself. read more

The food was absolutely amazing, the service was incredible. Very attentive chefs and staff, and the dining area was clean, and the music was a perfect volume. read more

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The food was amazing and the chefs were very engaging. I'd recommend this place based on the sushi alone. 13 pieces for $60. It's not really a place to hang around and relax. It's a very fast meal. You are in and out in 30 minutes. read more

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Excellent 30 minute omakase service that was delicious ! Cool spot, beautiful decorated and styled. Each piece came quickly and meticulously assembled. Very tasty. read more

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This concept is way cool. A group of my girlfriends and I came here for dinner and you walk into a sort of mini gallery then open up a door to a whole omakase restaurant! It's $60 for a 12 piece sushi omakase. Each piece is unique and quite delicious. My favorites - I can't recall the names but one of them has a truffle on it and another one is torched! Both of these were very yummy. The service here is great too! They are all really friendly and talking to you as you see them actively making you fresh sushi. They also were kind enough that whenever there was a no show - they gave the extra pieces to my group! :) read more

Loved the speakeasy hidden painting vibes! Didn't know what to expect coming in but it did not disappoint. It was my first time trying omakase, and I loved my experience here. Each piece was so unique and the presentation was beautiful. We loved talking with the chefs and enjoyed the fun service. Will be coming back! :) read more

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