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    4.8 (56 reviews)
    Closed 5:30 pm - 11:00 PM

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    Kelly S.

    I had the privilege of dining at Boston's first Michelin-starred restaurant on Christmas Eve, and the award is well-deserved. Each dish was carefully crafted and delicious, with kaiseki-style appetizers like crispy fried tilefish and Hokkaido hairy crab topped with jelly and foam. I was also thoroughly impressed by the table settings, with ceramics and tatami brought straight from Japan. Everything throughout this experience was beautifully thought out, and I am excited to see what's in store for 311 in 2026.

    Alex G.

    A phenomenal experience. I highly recommend this place. This is the only omaske I have ever had State side. I have only done this in Tokyo. The freshness of the seafood and the care to preparation is on par. What makes omaske great is the freshness of the seafood and the attention to detail. It is very expensive due to rent, shipping in products from Japan, preparation and training of staff, and lastly greed. This restaurant however isn't overcharging. They truly put effort into everything. Including the restroom. If you love sushi, I rececommend trying this place. If you don't, then pass. Most of the seafood is not cooked and the flavor isn't heavy. This was worth every cent of my student loan payment lol.

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    Joseph F.

    Located on Tremont on the lower level of a residential brownstone, On the Outside 311 is unassuming. You will probably walk past it without noticing it. On the inside, it offers dining for 10 guests in an intimate and upscale setting. I was told by the chef and owner that the menu is frequently changed based on what ingredients are in season. When we went (April 2025), the menu was 6 appetizers and 10 sushi courses, plus miso soup and dessert with tea. The sushi was definitely more of a traditional experience (especially compared to other omakases in the area at a similar price point-- think OYa). The appetizers stepped away from the traditional and got creative. A highlight was the Kegani dish. Crab, dash jelly, and tomato mousse was reminiscent of the best crab and cocktail sauce you've had. The sushi was some of the best I've had. The rice was perfectly seasoned. The balance of the warmth of the rice and fish was spot on. The chef is truly a master here. We opted to get the sake pairings. This turned out to be a choice well worth the price ($125). The pairings perfectly complemented the sushi. I don't know how to explain how perfect they were other than saying that the sake pairings were equally as impressive as the sushi. Cari, the chef's partner, put a lot of thought and work into selecting the perfect sake, and it was masterful! I've been to nearly every omakase in Boston. 311 is definitely in the top 3. It's hard to compare directly to others that aren't as traditional. But I think if you're looking for tradition, simple, perfectly crafted nigiri, 311 might be the best in Boston. We were served fish I've never had before, preparations I've never had before, and they were incredible. The chef, team, and especially Cari served us an incredible experience, and their hard work and dedication showed.

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    Alex L.

    Great omakase experience! The service is super attentive and friendly, and I love talking to the chefs at the counter. It's a high end experience, with each dish explained to you. A great meal for a special occasion!

    Irena S.

    Came here for dinner last night, party of 2, for the 8:30pm seating. You have to make reservations ahead of time since they only seat 10 per seating time, with 2 seatings per night on evenings they're open. Online it says reservations open on the 15th of the month, but we luckily just happened to be looking and saw 8:30pm was available on Sunday! Feeling super blessed we got the chance to eat with chef Wei Chen (?). $250 per person not including the 14% fees at the end, we also ended up tipping an extra 4%. Pros: - EXCELLENT omakase experience - not only was the fish so fresh and tasty, but the presentation of every dish was so beautiful, including the plating - super nice relaxing ambiance - classical covers of animated movie soundtrack quietly in the background , quiet and peaceful but not SO quiet that you feel like you can't talk in a hushed tone. - fantastic service all around as you would expect from omakase - staff refill your waters and tea immediately, there's a hanger for your clothes behind your seat, and a basket for you to put your bags/purses. - super clean bathroom with amenities like lotion, mouthwash, tampons etc - the chef and all the workers were so kind and professional. - even fish you wouldn't think you would like is deliciously prepared. I usually don't love squid but this was delicious - my husband usually doesn't like uni but this was so good in his opinion - you won't leave hungry - it's an 18 course meal including dessert and 6 "appetizers" - my favorites were the uni shrimp noodle cold broth, the Chu toro nigiri, and the dish with the tomato paste. - the chefs presentation is like watching a calming show - the intentional and skillful knife work and plating is mesmerizing to watch - great location - super walkable from many hotels and train station - educational - the girl Carrie(?) was really good at explaining which parts of Japan certain ingredients came from, the chefs background, etc. I feel like I learned a lot and she gave us Boston recs for the rest of our trip as well. - they gave away abalone shells at the end of our meal which was so cute haha - they seat you in order of arrival and we got one of the middle seats with a great view of both chefs prepping Cons: - can be easy to miss the front door (so typical of omakase places lol)- make sure you don't miss the few steps to the sunken entrance - obviously pricey $$$. But honestly worth it to me - a once in a lifetime experience really with no bad ingredients ! Overall 10/10. I really like that they don't really put effort into marketing because it's truly a word of mouth (or internet lol) kind of place and doesn't dilute the quality of service and food. I tasted so many things for the first time (like anago saltwater eel, liver sauce on abalone, cheesecake pudding, etc). The preparation and ingredients felt more complex than some omakase we've done in SF and Seattle. Definitely hope I'll be back for a special occasion.

    Chef Wei
    Nitasha K.

    Chef Wei and Carrie were truly hospitable and informative. This may be our favorite omakase spot in Boston so far. The vibe is on point in terms of it being exclusive and intimate while the service is personalized and attentive. There were 18 well paced courses and you left feeling comfortably full. Presentation was on superb as well and Carrie made sure to add a special touch for my husband's birthday. A lot of Omakase in the area falls short in that the prices are outrageous and you leave feeling hungry and thinking the food could be better. Not here. We look forward to coming back again, the pictures speak for themselves!

    Eva Y.

    The omakase here is 18 courses at around $320 pp after tax and tip. The head chef here used to work with Masa in NYC so i was very much looking forward to my experience here. The 18 courses consisted of 6 appetizers, 8 pieces of nigiri, 1 handroll, 1 tamago nirgiri, 1 miso soup, and 1 dessert. My personal favorite part of the dinner were the appetizers which took me back to Japan (not a lot of places can do this) and i loved that they had a Hokkaido Hairy Crab course! I also appreciated the chef's efforts to prioritize the natural characteristics of the fish without changing its original texture too much from the curing process nor adding a bunch of additional toppings and garnishing. Each bite of the fish felt very simple, clean, unique, and direct to my palette. If you're someone that prefers bolder slap in the face heavier flavors, this place is not for you (you can go to O Ya instead lol). While most of the fishes were directly flown in from the Toyosu Market in Japan, i did have an issue with a few of the the nigiris here as they were surprisingly fishy and not appetizing. I also was not the biggest fan of the sushi rice here as it had a unique subtle fragrant note to it which i didn't quite like. I probably won't come back here but i'm glad that i finally got the chance to give this place a try.

    Kaylee V.

    Amazing experience! It started off quiet but eventually the food starts coming out and they'll explain what you are eating. The ambience is so calming. All the bowls and plates and art, all is for Japan and hand/locally made there. I liked the low bar with the chefs up high and right in front of you. The service was great everyone was very polite and ready to help with any of your needs. It was an amazing tasting experience

    Amadai
    Leigh C.

    This experience was a feast for the senses. From the moment you push the button to be welcomed, you are transported to another world, I only visit in my dreams. Our Host, Carrie and Chef Wei are masters of the orchestra, elegantly and seamlessly offering some of the best Japanese cuisine I've ever had. The service was relaxed, elegant and well paced. The care and consideration for every detail was evident. I would be difficult to choose a "favorite" but the appetizers were the showstopper for me. Every bite was a delight....especially the Hokkaido Hairy Crab...subtle and beautiful....it made me feel like Spring was around the corner; light and bright tomato foam with the essence of the sea from the crab, unreal! Also, do not shy away from the waitlist! We were invited same day....they had a cancellation and we were eager and ready. Overall value, you can't put a price on this. I've been to Nobu and others, but this was simply "special". I dream of going to Japan to immerse into the culture someday, this was dreamy and beautiful. I highly recommend.

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    Kasey H.

    Chef Wei and his team at 311 offered one of the best, most intimate dining experiences I've ever had. The restaurant offers two seating times, each allowing up to 10 patrons. I made reservations two months in advance for a special occasion. The decor was thoughtful, minimalistic, and traditional. Each seat is along the counter, so you can watch as dinner is prepared over the evening. Before each course, Carrie explained the dish and ingredients, making the meal especially interactive and informative. The appetizers were complex and unique, and the sushi courses were all delicious and unbelievably fresh. Although the full dining experience took just over two hours, we had such a great time that when we left, we were immediately thinking about when we could return next. They also recently got their liquor license and had an extensive menu of sake, beer, and wine. Hoping to visit again soon!

    Dani J.

    YES!!!! Do yourself a favor, eat here. He had me at the first dish! I love how we get small dishes and sushi! This is one of Boston's best.

    Harime/Fluke?
    Benny D.

    311 is the new hot Omakase in Boston. It's clear that the chef knows what they are doing and the restaurant looks amazing from the inside. It's slightly tricky to find but for that 2 hour tasting menu, it's just you and the staff and the outside world don't matter. Here are some of my thoughts: 1. The grill scallop is still one of my favorite hand rolls. 2. Tai Truffle from the appetizer might not need the truffle. 3. Kinki - the soup was perfect for a cold day and inspired me to make it at home. 4. Uni is wowwww and the cheesecake was better than 99% of the dessert place I had it. Can we get a bigger slice next time? 5. I appreciate the staff walking us though the good and chatting with us. 6. The sushi is good. Try it out.

    Jack L.

    The food and the service here was excellent. Chef Wei, Carrie and the staff here had made this experience phenomenal. The decorations in the restaurant was beautiful. Each plates and cups were individual custim handmade. Highly recommend people to come here for dinner.

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    Incredible experience, recommend to anyone considering this location. We enjoyed everything that was prepared as well as the sake pairing.

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