A warm and intimate omakase experience! Chef Suzuki and his staff are so friendly and welcoming, and this unique atmosphere makes for a great special occasion spot. There were a lot of birthdays when we dined there, and it was so cute that the entire staff and diners came together to sing Happy Birthday! Parking was easy on a nearby street. The pieces were refined and fresh. The fish came from all around the world, and as someone who prefers simpler nigiri, I appreciated that the subtle flavors let the fish shine. You'll also see from my photos that they do not skimp on the fish portion sizes! Definitely recommend if you're looking for simplicity done right in an inviting, interacting environment. read more

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Sushi Suzuki was a fantastic omakase experience in many ways. Chef Suzuki is extremely friendly and happy personality that makes you feel very comfortable the moment you enter his restaurant. We reserved dinner here on a Sunday night. The restaurant was all bar seating where the guests would be focusing on the experience of the food preparations by the chefs. The ingredients were all sourced fresh from many locations across the world while the chef adds his own spin to his ingredients by dry aging most of what he receives to a point where the texture and taste all seem to be unique and special to him. The sushi served were all delicious and very memorable in a good way due to the unique ways of Chef Suzukis preparation. I came out of the dinner feeling very satiated. I would recommend anyone to reserve and try Sushi Suzuki at least once for a unique experience and taste. read more

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One of the best omakase restaurants in Seattle! Chef Suzuki and chef Rickie were both so nice and kept us involved during the dinner. Every course was so fresh and very well thought out. Definitely worth every penny! We will be back for another amazing meal soon! read more

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Fish is all flown in from Japan, 3x/week; rice is the perfect texture and temperature. Service is excellent, and very friendly (shout out to Masa!). No complaints, no notes; can't wait to come back. read more

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$200 per person @ sushi counter. Requires a $100 deposit per person, applies to your final bill. It's a 20 course omakase meal. They offer a 5 piece supplemental addition for extra cost @ the end (your choice which one to select, if any). We selected 4 out of the 5 pieces. The seared toro & wagyu was delicious - recommend getting both! Bonus points on offering Japanese Whiskey, which my husband loved. It was a wonderful experience, Chef Suzuki & his secondary chef were both amazing! Watching them prepare each dish was interesting & they are both funny/kind & interacted with all guests. It's a very authentic/intimate experience. There are a couple tables, but def recommend sitting @ counter for full experience. It's our top 3 Omakase in Seattle - along with Ltd Edition, and Taneda. We would absolutely visit again! read more

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Sushi Suzuki is a very underrated restaurant. Tucked behind an alley way in a quiet neighborhood. The sushi selection is always changing because Suzuki San only selects the freshest from the market in Japan. The hospitality is superb. It is a true hidden gem in Seattle. read more

Excellent in every aspect, we'll be back sooner than later! Super fresh and the real deal.

To dine at Sushi Suzuki is an experience. The sushi chef Suzuki is the star performer; the dishes are the performance. It's a dinner with a mini show as we watch Chef Suzuki and his sous chefs perform with knives, flame, oh my. The restaurant is a converted garage with an intimate 20 seats seating - 10 at the counter and 10 across 3 tables. The best seats are at the counter (stating the obvious). I personally would not sit at the tables. I chose the 5pm seating which had availability at the counter. Arrive a few minutes early please, which oddly, two groups arrived late. Everyone is served at the same time, so we need to wait for them. Two host/servers handled the group with ease and warmth. Prix Fixe Omakase - $200 pp before tax and tip (service fee). Is it worth it? Only you can answer that. The seafood came from all over, from Japan, or local, or New Zealand. The look and colors of every piece are magnificent. They taste incredibly fresh and are appropriately dressed (seasoned). The pace and sequence are thoughtful. This is my kind of joy, and yes, it's worth it to me. Their menu is seasonal. Our dishes on Nov 10, 2024: Sunomono of Hokkaido scallop and snow crab Tuna Tataki O-toro Handroll Matsutaki mushroom soup - This soup is made for 4 to 6 weeks every year in November when matsutaki mushrooms are foraged in the wild; these mushrooms can't be farmed. Kanpachi (aka Greater Amberjack) Sea bream Squid with caviar Local Spot Prawn with Uni 3 Toros: Akami, O-toro, Chutoro. This tuna was caught two weeks ago. Unagi over cucumbers Chawanmushi covered in seaweed for extra umami - a very hot dish (Cool) Veggie roll with a thin layer of mackerel to follow the hot chawanmushi King salmon from New Zealand - One more but forgot the type of fish Seared Barracuda Mini ikura don Uni handroll Tamago Mini matcha popsicle Added - Uni from Hokkaido Nigiri, $20 Added - Aburi Toro Nigiri, $15 Added - Genmaimatcha, $12 read more

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A lot of misses for me from Sushi Suzuki. While I understand that apprentices need a chance to shine, I'd expect Suzuki-san to prepare at least some sushi. Instead he was in the back for the majority of the time and came out at the end because I'd asked. The sushi was not the freshest I've had and the yakumi was very inauthentic. For example, there was a smoked salmon with a strong onion yakumi. I want to taste the fish - why is the fish getting overpowered? There are definitely better options in the city, especially at this price. read more

My first impression here was 'This is awkward.' It was like stepping into someone's kitchen sitting around a counter with strangers. No one spoke at first for lack of any kind of background music or other restaurant noise that would create a more private acoustic bubble. This is my second omakase experience and compared to the first one I felt high quality pieces were served. But, if I may say so, it was just astronomically overpriced. For two we dropped $720 which included the omakase, one add on dish, some sake and beer. Of note, there is mention of sake pairings which I imagined as sake being served with the omakse. However, sake is extra, flights starting at $100. I prefer more of a restaurant atmosphere myself and although I rated the sushi creations highly I wouldn't necessarily do this again. read more

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We had an excellent meal here. With real Japanese, authentic and expert chefs, they present to you layers of delicate and subtle tastes. Each course is well thought through and has undertones that will please the palate. We had. Mackerel, sardines, salmon, several grades of tuna, hand rolls, nigiri, and a really wide selection of tastes on all of them. There aren't many places like this in the country. You should take advantage of this one And the ambience is simple Japanese layout and decor, but it can get a bit noisy. The service is definitely top-notch and very focused on keeping the customer happy. You won't be disappointed. Just be prepared for a little louder than normal noise level read more

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Sushi Suzuki is such a LOVELY experience. I've been here a few times to take some friends visiting in town and it's always been such a hit. There is so much care into the sourcing of the fish, the preparation, and overall experience each time I'm here. They encourage interaction with the sushi chefs so I've learned quite a bit of how they prepare ingredients. Everyone here is so kind, the food is delicious, and each bite is always unique with special preparation for every single piece. They do require reservations but I have found I can still get some within the same week. Check a few days in advance and I've had pretty good luck getting in! read more

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This place is a hidden gem in both a literal sense, having to navigate through a cute alley way, and in that it is incredibly easy to get a reservation here unlike other sushi restaurants in this price range. The ingredients were procured from all over the globe, and thoughtfully put together in a very thorough omakase experience. The ambiance is intimate and almost gives the feeling of being in someone's home, if that someone was very wealthy. The service is very attentive but I would expect nothing less. If I could dock any points it would be that the sake pairing is priced fairly high compared to other restaurants in this price range. I'd opt for a glass and a beer over the pairing or a bottle. This is the place I go when I am craving high-end sushi last minute. read more

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This is the third omakase I've been to in Seattle and I'd say this is probably my least favorite out of the three. Don't get me wrong, the food was good! I just wished it had a little more pizazz to it or some special elements. Sometimes some of the sushi just looked like rice and fish, and not much else. I'd say out of the three, this is the most traditional sushi place I've been to for omakase. There was a lot of mackerel which I know can be fishy for some Americans, one dish was salmon roe, fish liver shavings on a rice crack, which was a little intimidating to my American friends as well. The service here is really good, and the chefs are so friendly! He made sure I was able to get all the photos I need and was very considerate of everyone sitting at the bar. Overall, if you're looking for a very authentic, Japanese omakase, then this is your place to go. I probably wouldn't return personally, but I do think minimalist, traditionalist would like this place! read more

It doesn't get better as much press as some of the other places but I like them. First, you have to do a Harry Potter journey looking for the Alley to find it. You finally arrive and take your spot at the counter. Next , you are taken through an assortment to f seafood that will stretch your stomach and make your eyes think you want more. Along with sake pairing, it's quite the evening. I have visited a couple of times and will be back. I am a fan. read more

First date. Kinda nervous. Just joking. This place is a small intimate environment. Paid a little extra to sit at the bar. Sitting at the bar was an experience of its own. Prob about $10-20 more? either way, the presentation and food was amazing. A bit more affordable than some other places that charges more for a lot less. read more

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We came here to celebrate my husband's birthday and they did not disappoint. From the food to the service, everything was excellent! The sushi was fresh with amazing flavors. During the whole dinner the chef would interact with the customers and allow us to ask questions. read more

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It was a pleasant omakase experience watching the chefs making sushi at the counter. We loved most of the nigiris served that night especially the toro. The flavors were delicate and sushis were expertly crafted !!! The chefs were very friendly and service was top notch!!!! read more

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3/26/2023 AMAZING! Thank you Suzuki san for the Japanese omotenashi. We enjoyed your sushi! We were very lucky that we got reservation on Sunday night because they are pretty packed for a month ahead. I'm so happy that one of sushi legend opened new place! Restaurant is located in hidden spot and It was little bit hard to find, but I kinda like it! We tried their omakase and each piece was amazing and Suzuki san's technique was amazing. (Great performance) Restaurant was cozy and server was attentive, paid attention to our table whole time. read more

This was my second time and I have to say, this time was even better than the first. Sushi Suzuki offers an exquisite dining experience, blending traditional Japanese techniques with modern flair. I will do many things for smoked sushi bites and this time, I was in heaven while savoring the melt-in-your-mouth bites, and complex aged soy sauce. The minimalist decor and attentive service creates a refined atmosphere, perfect for the celebration we had. Accompanying our meal this time was a sake flight and we were not disappointed. Highlight of this birthday celebration was the time spent with Sensei Suzuki, where we proceeded to close down the place while discussing all the fabulous places and food in Japan. It was as if I was in a history and sushi making class with the best meal. Win! read more

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Stunning experience. Chef was loads of fun and joked with us. Great sake menu. Phenomenal fish, with little modern twists on many of the nigiri. Just enough to elevate them but still keep them grounded in what you're here for - the fish. Cold smoked salmon. Wow, so unexpected. Various cuts of tuna, I mean if it's high quality then nothing else needs to be said. Bonito with walla walla onions - a delight. Nothing missed but certainly some bites are better than others, how could they not be? I even liked the clam, usually it's too chewy for me but this was perfect. Wife and I were recently in Japan and this place matches the quality of a lot of places we tried. Small feedback is that you can tell when the apprentice makes his cuts, they're not always a precise as chef Suzuki but he's there to instruct and give feedback. Also, love their pickled ginger. read more

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A restaurant in a destination neighborhood; an entrance located down an alley; a restroom labeled "The Oval Office" and decorated with pictures of US Presidents, and a master sushi chef with a unabashed giggle - welcome to Sushi Suzuki. Our ever growing sushi scene is a sight to behold, but Sushi Suzuki is set apart with a fabulous combination of expertise and mirth I've not seen in other locations. It's an inviting and welcoming space, intimate without being cramped. The staff shows all the typical expertise knowledge I've come to expect in fine dining, but without any of the pretentiousness, aloofness, or serious formality that typically accompanies that knowledge. It was familiar, embracing, and welcoming. The food was delicious. It's a 20-course Omakase. Sure, it's small bites but much like the 7 sake flight we did to accompany the sushi, it all adds up. I left this very full and also a bit tipsy. With two ounce pours I more than likely would go with the 5 sake flight in the future! I'm not going to go into the detail into what I ate because it won't serve you - Chef Suzuki gets his fish fresh daily so I was informed the variety is so that it can be different items between seatings. Chef Suzuki is amazing. I had the privilege to sit across from him as he worked making expert cuts look deceptively easy. The nigiri is straight forward classics, but with subtle nuances that made every bite be spectacular. By far this is the best sushi I've ever eaten in Washington state and dare I say the best traditional Omakase I've had anywhere. It's not an inexpensive meal and with add-ons the price quickly climbs. Worth it! If I had to judge every other 5-star review I've given against Sushi Suzuki I fear most would fall short. Reservations are required and can be made on their website. Set your time because they open in one week blocks at 11 AM on Sunday and with only two seatings they can book fast. Once the word is out it may become quite challenging to get a seat! read more

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Welcome Chef Suzuki! I'm so glad you came! Because damnnnn your creations are beautiful and delicious! A beautiful, tiny sushi establishment that is cutely tucked in interior Madison park. Which is nice, because... tons of free parking!!! I've eaten my fair share of omakase, and I must admit that Chef Suzuki brings something different to the table. Each piece has a hint, but not too subtle difference that makes each piece just that much more extraordinary! That extra ingredient was just what was needed to bring the extra umph and umami for your palate. Even the original egg custard was the perfect unique sonata to end this epic experience. Chef Suzuki will change his menu every week if he needs to keep his ingredients the most fresh and enticing. I enjoyed and relished each piece and I cannot wait to go back. read more

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A great, new omakase addition to Seattle. Located in the heart of maidson park area, sushi Suzuki is tucked away in the back side from the Main Street. You will see a small sign indicating it's location. Go through the alleyway and turn and left and you will see the entrance. Make reservations prior to showing up and be ready for a great omakase experience. The chefs and staff do their best in ensuring you have a good time. With an introduction to each dish and option to extend total number of dishes about mid way into your meal, each bite is fresh and flavorful. The courses are traditional yet modern in the presentation sense. Instead of the traditional soy sauce, wasabi, ginger combo, you receive a small dish of cubed pickled ginger. Which is a great balance to the courses. Small intimate setting you will be eating with everyone else at the bar. The chef pours love into each bite prepared. Highlight was having the freshest shrimp nigiri I've ever had in my life- they were just alive and moving! read more

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Amazing omakase style dinner with very personable chef Suzuki and Chef hiro. High quality ingredients at the hands of a master sushi chef made for the one of the best 18 course sushi experiences to be found in Seattle. Combine the food with such a unique bright and modern ambiance and sushi Suzuki is hands down a bright spot and perfect addition to an already solid sushi scene in Seattle. Forgot to take pictures of a few of the sushi as I was too rushed to get it into my mouth. The place has been open for just under a month so it will be exciting to see how they continue to grow their service and ideas for the amazing space they have created. We're ready to go back already. read more

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We had SUCH a great experience. From the start, you walk down this narrow alleyway, not quite sure if you're going in the right direction, but there's a "keep going" sign to encourage you. You end up at the back of the building into a small intimate space that looks like it used to be a garage?? It's only 10 seats around the bar for the chef and his sous chef. The meal was delicious! 18 courses including some unusual rice dishes. I won't go into them since I'm sure the menu changes regularly. I thought everything was really flavorful and you can even ask for less rice or less wasabi according to your taste. What was unexpected was Chef Suzuki's humor! It was delightful to experience and really made it a lighter fun experience than other very solemn serious omakase experiences. The humor is evident even in the bathroom (the "Oval Office" with portraits of US presidents inside). My husband got the sake pairing, and he said he liked it more than most wine pairings he's gotten. All in all, highly recommend and we'll be back! read more

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Newly opened omakase sushi restaurant and we were lucky enough to get a reservation for Monday night. Chef Suzuki did a fantastic job opening his own business here providing a great edomae omakase sushi experience for the Greater Seattle area. I enjoyed my time here very much while watching Chef Suzuki use his skills and techniques that he has learned over the years. It was very mesmerizing to see him form and shape the nigiri pieces and watching him slice the fish as well. As humble as he is about showing his talent, Chef Suzuki performed very well in providing a solid omakase sushi experience. He was friendly and willing to converse with his customers and enjoys learning about where we're from and our experiences with our food and sushi adventures. Chef Suzuki starts off with displaying some of the fish that we'll be consuming for the evening and then begins the first of 17 pieces with a hand roll similar to what most omakase places, I've noticed, do nowadays. After that we move on to some of the nigiris and a few small dishes. All the pieces were quite good and I enjoyed the atmosphere of the room. The bar was quite spacious with nothing hindering my view of the sushi preparation. I appreciate being able to see that. Top 3 favorite pieces of the night were the spotted prawn, smoked king salmon, and the uni. While conversing with Chef Suzuki we learned that the fish he received is flown over night 2 times a week. So the fish is fairly fresh from Japan and he ensures to taste test before hand so that he is able to offer quality fish for his customers. It was a very good experience dining here that did not try to be glamorous in any way, but it tries to be more humble, authentic, and traditional allowing his skills and sushi to do all the speaking. This is definitely a worthwhile clean experience if you're looking for elegance and traditional. read more

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I like the unique entrance of strolling down the alley way, where the restaurant is somewhat hidden. There were bar and table seating which the arrangement seems optimal without feeling overcrowded. The service was amazing where they introduced the chefs and waiters serving for the evening. The chefs were entertaining and fun to interact with. They provided great pacing with each dish/course. Overall, the courses/dishes were good but only a few is memorable to me. Their chutoro was amazing and the aged it before serving. They even showed us the piece that they were aging. They provided a variety of fishes and other dishes to ensure all their guests were full before they leave. Not sure if certain ingredients were not in season or place of import that they didn't have the natural sweetness or texture doesn't melt like I expected, such as the fatty tuna, uni, and geoduck. read more

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Great experience, service, and amazing food. Everyone there was incredibly nice and very knowledgeable. Laid back but still upscale vibes

The sushi was incredible. I won't be able to eat sushi for a while because nothing will live up to the quality I've experienced here. The maguru was the best I've ever had between the clean and buttery flavor to the perfect texture. The hand rolls were so good too! I've eaten at sushi Kashiba in town here and Nobu in California- and the hand rolls here blow those clear out of the water. The nori is seasoned nicely, fresh/crispy and the sushi they pack in it is delicious. Gosh I could go on - there were 24 rounds of sushi -- bottom line, highly recommend. In terms of service, they were super accommodating, and on point all night. The ambiance is intimate, and well-lit. read more

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One of my favorite omakases in Seattle! I made a reservation about 3 weeks in advance for a weekday dinner 7:30pm, and gathered 2 other friends to join me in the experience. I opted for the counter seats to observe the chefs in action, something that I willingly pay for a premium (costs $20 more per person in the chef's counter, a total of $180 per person before tax and tip). I also got the 5 sake flight which was more than enough alcohol for 2 people to share. There were 20+ courses (where 1 course is 1 item so either a dish or a nigiri) and I proceeded to pay $20 more for a 2 piece extension of pieces that were not from the base omakase menu (it was pickled mackerel and mussel when I went). Each nigiri mostly preserves the fish flavor despite small garnishes here and there, and they are of high quality cuts as the meat is really tender. I particularly found the smoked king salmon and the grout to be the standouts. The chefs work hard to deliver the nigiri in a good cadence, where our entire experience took about 2 hours. There was not a whole lot of waiting around for each piece, as there were in-between courses like miso soup, etc that will keep you occupied while the chefs work hard to make lots of nigiri. read more

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Food and service were both excellent! Intimate spot with very nice setup. Every course was well balanced and paired nicely. They were also accommodating with food aversions which was nice. read more

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A new dining experience at a table instead of at the bar. We mentally prepared ourselves for it not being as good as sitting at the bar, but it was actually fantastic. Suzuki has cleverly arranged for the food to be served in a way that makes you feel like you're sitting right across from the chef. As always, I haven't found anywhere that I like 100% as much as this place. read more

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This was a great experience. The staff is over-the-top kind and gentle and work really hard to make sure everyone is having a nice time. Two seatings of 10 each, all around the bar. The preparation of the food is delightful to watch and every single piece of seafood was above average. A lovely overall experience. Super expensive. The most expensive meal we have had in Seattle, by far. But if sushi is your thing and you want a fabulous sushi experience, there is nothing like it in town. Find the address, walk down the slim walkway between buildings to the back and enter there. All very clean. My wife had sake which was great and I had a tea pairing (cold) which was very interesting and worthwhile. read more

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Best sushi in Seattle ! Kashiba and Shiros and #2 and #3. The tuna is fantastic . The service met expectation but just ok.

Another lovely evening for the books: the tucked-away elegant location in Madison Park, the friendly staff, the humble, down-to-Earth and very funny chef Suzuki, the meticulously thought-through Edomae style omakase featuring produce from Osaka to New Zealand to Spain created a delightful experience. Every bite was delicious, and this sushi spot is definitely among the top ones in Seattle for me. read more

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Really great traditional Edo-mae style omakase experience. The space, the sake, the pleasant and funny chef, and - most importantly - the food were all easily on par with the likes of Taneda and Takai. Upon entry you'll already know you're in for a great meal. It's classic clean and minimalist interior consideration throughout the small space. The wait staff is attentive from the very beginning and the warm introductions make you feel at ease despite the immediate intimacy of less than a dozen seats at the bar. While the omakase I had didn't have any real surprises to the usual lineup, each was at least excellent and some were definitely surprising. Some specific callouts: * The baby squid nearly melted in my mouth and had enough sweetness to counterbalance the usual flavors * The salmon course was easily some of the tastiest I've ever had in omakase which feels very complimentary of the region * Uni was incredibly fresh and delicious, both on its own and as part of a shrimp + uni nigiri combination I also had the sake pairing which was a perfect compliment to the courses but I think getting seven glasses might have been a little too much for me; wine pairings are always dangerous. What's not to love? This is not a cheap meal so be prepared. Omakase + sake (7 glasses) pairing + wagyu nirgi add-on came to around 400 a person. The experience is worth it in my opinion but just keep in mind that it's spendy. Very recommended! read more

We had such a wonderful experience dining here. The setting felt intimate and personable. The service was top notch. We felt really well taken care of and each bite made us want another Thank you for a very special birthday dinner! read more

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Great omakase experience, food was delicious and the ambience was vibrant. We sat at the bar which is what I prefer for sushi and the chefs were kind enough to take pictures with us after the dining experience! Service was quick and kind! Not much banter from the chefs or waiters but overall a great date night experience. I would definitely come back for a special occasion as the price is pretty steep. Make sure you make reservations in advance and it's $100 deposit per person and they have a mailing list to help you know when reservations are open! read more

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Came here a second time but this time for a private event for the super omakase. There were 24 pieces to the omakase. I really liked the ankimo with wasabi and Hokkaido shrimp. Also the chawanmushi was super tasty with dungeness crab. I also got to split the 9 sake flight with a friend next to me. Service was quick and Chef Suzuki was food at posing for pictures. Loved the various tuna cuts especially the aged otoro. Ambience is cozy. For this event everyone was at the counter. My portion for the dinner with half sake flight after tax and tip was $500. read more

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