Unbelievable experience. Can't wait for my next visit. Thank you, Fuku Omakase, for both my visits, two years apart, as good as I'd remembered; if not better. read more

So glad I discovered this place! Price can't be beat for high quality fish and no corkage fee! Sushi was excellent - lots of flavorful garnishes, torching, etc., but did not overwhelm the fish as can often be the case. Chef was so friendly, service good. Seating is a little tight - the room is intimate - but part of its charm. We will be back! read more

Fuku Omakase is a great option if you want a solid omakase experience without the price or formality of some of NYC's higher-end sushi counters. I was able to get a last-minute reservation for 6 PM on a Friday. The restaurant is very small, with only counter seating for around 10 to 12 people. It's omakase only, the menu changes daily, and the whole experience is designed to be quick and efficient. You get about 60 minutes for your meal, and the sushi comes out at a steady pace as the chef prepares each piece in front of you and hands it directly to you. For $75, you get 13 pieces of high-quality sushi, which I thought was a very reasonable deal for NYC. There were some more indulgent pieces with ingredients like uni, caviar, wagyu, and foie gras mixed in as well. Everything was well prepared and there was enough variety to keep the meal interesting. This isn't the place for a long, luxurious omakase experience, but that's also not what they're trying to offer. Despite the one-hour seating, I never felt rushed. You go in knowing it's going to be fast and efficient, enjoy some very good sushi, and can always head somewhere else for drinks afterward. Service was good, the chef was friendly and professional, and overall I really had no complaints. For $75, I think Fuku offers very good value, especially if you want a casual omakase without turning dinner into a three-hour event. read more

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Absolutely loved this place! This was my first time trying omakase and it was for the standard omakase. Service was amazing and quick and the chef ( I forgot his name :( was super nice and attentive. He was very knowledgeable! It is BYOB so make sure to bring your own drinks! $75 for 13 course was great. Will definitely be back. read more

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A hidden gem tucked away in the West Village serving a 13pc $75 omakase! Upon walking in we were immediately greeted by the hostess who was super kind and attentive throughout our dinner. Our chef was also informative and talked about each fish and where it came from! Every piece was better than the one before. This place serves monkfish which is new to me but I didn't hate it?! All the pieces were fresh and I especially loved the Scottish salmon and the different cuts of tuna! The restaurant is tucked away in a west village basement that maybe fits 10 people at the counter. Really cute and cozy would recommend if looking for an affordable omakase in the wv! read more

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My little brother and his girlfriend were in town and I wanted to take them to an omakase since they've never been. Couldn't find a res for my usual spots but found Fuku thru resy and figured we give them a shot. Standard 1-hour omakase but we were the last seating for the night. They are BYOB but did have some sake that they graciously let us try. Clean, crisp and delicious! Chef Stephen was so nice and attentive. When he realized that 2 people from a group have never had omakase before he made sure to explain each piece. He is knowledgeable and very generous. Those pieces were huge! He even gave me extra uni/foie gras/caviar when he heard how much I loved it. My fave pieces of the night were: Gindara (never had this before, very buttery and tasty), ankimo (monkfish liver, I rarely ever see this on an omakase menu and they executed it perfectly), all the tunas (I can't pick, they're all so good and their toppings go so well together) and of course the salmon. Everything was fresh and beyond good. The rice to fish ratio was perfect The service was prompt and nice without feeling rushed. Restaurant was clean and warm despite the winter chill. Great for a date or for a group, I can't want to go back! Great value too. Thank you chef Steven and team for the amazing experience. Highly recommend this omakase spot! read more

We tried the casual, 60-min omakase at Fuku Omakase. It's a small space and they book 60-min sessions every hour, so when you arrive, you wait in the small space right behind guests sitting and dining at the sushi counter. The service was great. It's BYOB, which I'd forgotten, but they had extra sake, which they kindly served us. There are some seats where the air conditioner blows directly, but we were sitting in the corner and we were ok. With one of the corner seats, because there is distance between the sushi chef and your plate, they put the sushi on another plate for you to take and put on your plate--which felt a bit odd. The sushi was good. They put on fancy toppings like foie gras and caviar, which I actually would prefer without, and for them to make the overall price lower. I also didn't love the A5 Wagyu Beef sushi. (and they used the term "cow" on their menu, which was unusual) But the Botan Ebi with Uni was so delicious. And we had a Toro Taku hand roll instead of their usual hand roll, which I also enjoyed. Overall, we had a good experience. If you're looking for a quick sushi meal with a variety of flavors, you could give it a try. read more

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Cozy spot, friendly service, well paired pieces. My favorites were the foie gras on salmon and gindara (sable fish) - it was so buttery! $75 for the 13 piece tasting menu is a good deal. The uni is also fro hokkaido and tasted sweet and fresh. They also have sake on the house upon request or its BYOB. read more

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Fuku Omakase was a decent experience overall. The courses were well-executed, the fish was fresh, and everything was generally good. However, a few details held the meal back from being truly memorable. One issue we had was the rice. It was overcooked and too soft, which affected the texture and balance of the sushi. Additionally, the atmosphere was not as refined as expected. The background music was TOO loud, which seemed to encourage customers to raise their voices just to be heard. It made the space feel more chaotic than relaxing. Fuku has potential, but a few adjustments--especially to the rice and the ambiance--would make a big difference. read more

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This omakase spot was INCREDIBLE. This was our first stop in NYC on a recent trip, and it did not disappoint. The omakase consisted of 13 courses, including uni, wagyu, and otoro. My favorite nigiri had to be the spanish mackerel, the botan ebi with uni, the salmon with foie gras, the wagyu, and the otoro with caviar. However, to be real, everything was insanely delicious. The best part is that you can continue to order more sushi a la carte after the omakase is done. We decided not to because we wanted to get a little snackie elsewhere later that evening, but I totally would have if we didn't have plans. The chef spoke to us throughout the omakase experience, and the server made sure that our drinks were filled throughout. The chef also let us know that we were able to "slow down" the courses if we wanted - we liked the pace but liked that consideration. The place itself is pretty intimate (it only seats about 9 people I believe). It's small but doesn't feel too cramped! Not a lot of "decor" but I didn't mind. I loved this place and would 100% recommend. I just wish I lived in NYC so I could go here all the time. Also, the price ($75 for the 13 courses) is so reasonable. read more

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3H Sunday in NYC, hot, hazy humid. We hate giving 5 star reviews because we'll probably never be able to get seating again, but it's well deserved. The highlight was Eric the Itamae with over 25 years of experience. He was professional, entertaining and doted over every preparation. The folks seated next to us were also friendly and engaging. Overall the ingredients were very fresh (usually not so much on a 3H Sunday in NYC) and the 13 pieces were more than enough to fill our sushi hankerings. Not the most extraordinary of exotic selections, but caviar, wagyu, foie gras and the premium ingredients were present. BYOB is AOK here with a cold, crisp sauvignon blanc from Marlborough as the perfect pairing. Relaxed, casual, and totally satisfying. read more

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Such a good spot in the west village! $75 for 13 course is such a good deal and the pieces were all good! Loved the foie gras one! Pieces were all a good size with good rice to fish ratio. Bar seating and it's also BYOB! Chefs were great here! Had such a blast celebrating a birthday here and had such a good time! Definitely will come back!!! read more

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This was, BY FAR, the best priced omakase I've ever been to. The staff is THE most friendly and attentive. I simply cannot understate how bang-for-your-buck this place is. Also the BYOB policy is so cool! In terms of the quality of fish, this was probably the second-best place I've tried in a collection of over 10 omakase places. The selection of fish was great! The quality even more so. I thought the combinations (e.g. sea bream and yuzu lime salt, smoked mackerel and ginger scallion) were simple but well executed. Service blew us out of the water with a super attentive waitress who made sure our glasses were always full, and extremely friendly and knowledgeable chefs. Will be back for sure and will DEFINITELY be recommending this to all my friends. If you have any doubt about this place or are choosing between places, look no further!! TRY FUKU!! read more

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We had a 9 person sushi bar seating for the omakase tasting. The tasting is 13 pieces for $75. They are so nice and funny & it is a show to watch the preparing of the sushi. You can watch them preparing each of the pieces while sitting at the bar. Each of the pieces was its own masterpiece with flavor & different from the next. My top favorite pieces were Botan Ebi w/ Uni, Hotate (scallop), Scottish Salmon w/ Foie Gras, & Otoro w/ Caviar. You could taste how fresh and the quality of everything. If you're still hungry after the 13 pieces, you can still order more a la cart. Overall we all had a fantastic experience & delicious dinner! read more

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I cannot believe I forgot to add review for this place! I went in October of 2023 and had an absolute blast! It was my first Omakase and worth every penny! Firstly this place is BYOB which is amazing! Not only that, but when nobody at our sitting brought any alcohol they opened up a bottle of sake on the house! The food was incredible and I tried so many new kinds of seafood. The chef even let me try the Jin before I committed to the piece because he wanted to make sure I'd enjoy it! He was the highlight between chatting with us and even letting my partner torch his own wagyu because he's always wanted to try! The place is cute and cozy. Mixed with excellent service, yummy food, there really isn't much else I would want! read more

(Overall: A+) - Fuku Omakase is a sub $100 omakase in West Village that just blows expectations out of the water! I love that their menu tightropes between clean omakase that tastes great but also explores innovative flavors that are unique and ending up working well together. The staff are incredibly warm and kind, offering several free sake shots throughout the meal, and it was impressive to see their ability to adapt and innovate throughout the meal, even as my friend was getting a bit full. Highly recommend Fuku Omakase as well as their sister restaurant Shinzo Omakase which was also fantastic! (Kanpachi: A) - The scoring on the fish is masterfully beautiful and the scallion soy pairing is one that imparts necessary flavor to season the amberjack. (Madai: A) - Torching this piece was a smart move as the fish skin radiants in color and the slightly cooked exterior helps differentiate texture amongst the white fish. (Sawara: A) - Mackarel is usually not a well liked cut, but I was impressed that they were able to make this piece quite pleasant without having to cure it significantly; the smoke is subtle and does work well to build pleasant flavor with the ginger pairing. (Gindara: A) - Black Cod is always a favorite on the menu given its fattiness, especially for a white fish. Aside from the fact that this piece is a tad too salty, I was particularly impressed by the knife and blowtorch work to develop those beautiful hash marks. The yuzu kosho pairing also worked well for the fattier cut. (Botan Ebi: A) - This is a beautiful piece loved by most featuring two sweet shellfish sea urchin and sweet shrimp. Despite it not being uni season, I was impressed by the color of the uni, although the sweetness is definitely evident that its not in season. Nevertheless, this piece still tasted refreshingly fresh and not metallic. (Hotate: A) - This was the first time I saw a chef cut the scallop into two semi circles instead, but the presentation works and lime / charcoal salt is a tasty pairing as is beautiful. (Ankimo: A) - First time I've seen Monkfish Liver at a budget omakase, but I'm quite thrilled to see this as it is quite different and adds a mid-meal contrastive component that is quite pastey. The pickled radish and wasabi help significantly provide some complimentary flavors to cut through that heaviness in a pleasant way. (Scottish Salmon: A+) - This salmon seems less fatty than the other scottish variants I've had, but nevertheless the foie gras adds smoky fattiness to the fish to make a bite that is as rich and beautiful like the presentation. (Akami: A) - Even though this is lean bluefin tuna, the fish quality is high as you can still see the intricate marbling in the fish. The pickled radish adds some strong acidic flavors that help complement the tuna, and the chives are add some mild freshness as well. A minor presentational improvement could be to top the chives only on the side of the radish to not cover that beautiful pickle; a finer mince on the chives could work as well. (Chutoro: A+) - This is a beautiful piece that works so well as that acidic, spicy pickled wasabi helps contrast that fatty bluefin tuna so well to create a harmony between richness and flavor development. My only critique is that perhaps diagonally hashing the fish may fan out and look even more high class. (Otoro: S) - This is a piece were horizontal cut marks elevate the presentation; you can see the intricate charred parts of the fatty tuna to add some smokiness in contrast to the fat; the torch also provides the dish some diversity in texture and the caviar definitely adds elegance. The salt and wasabi seasoning is on point, as with all the other pieces. (A5 Wagyu: S) - The ultra thin slicing of the fatty beef shows impressive knife skills that doubles to create a beautiful torched crust and help exfoliate some of that excess fat in the meat. I liked how this piece was kept simple and beautiful with just minimalistic, but well seasoning to pronounce throughout. (Unagi: B) - This is a warm and comforting piece of eel that is in tact and with minimal bones. I would've liked to see some elevated flavor beyond just the grilled eel to help make this piece slightly more memorable, but still very tasty. -- Food: +1 Presentation: +1 Price: +1 Atmosphere: E Service: +2 Menu: +2 Overall: +7 A+ Insta/Beli/TikTok: @amei_eats read more

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BYOB with no fee! I felt like the quantity was good, and they served a good number of high end cuts. I did an add on with uni, which I thought was pretty good. The vibes were pretty chill and cozy, so definitely good when you want a more humble experience read more

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Fuku has one of the best-priced omakase deals in the city for only $75 with 13 different courses!it is a small space inside, but they have really talented chefs who work with quality ingredients and super fresh cuts of fish. Highlights of the courses for me were the Sawara and Otoro. I love mackerel and fatty tuna! The monkfish liver was super unique and was actually so soft like a pate. I liked it a lot more than I thought I would! The chef did a wonderful job at explaining each piece as he served it to us too. read more

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Had a really lovely time here! The staff were warm and welcoming and the chefs were amazing. They're more on the chattier side, which we didn't mind. They informed us about the kind of omakase pieces we were served, as well as the parts of Japan and times of the year when the fish tastes best. My FAVORITE pieces were the A5 Wagyu, Fatty Bluefin Tuna, Salmon with Foie Gras, and SURPRISINGLY the Monkfish Liver!! The chef does a fantastic job at masking the thought that you're eating liver by torching the piece and brushing a hint of sauce over it - YUM! Overall, GREAT value for the quality of the fish and amount of pieces you get!! The reviews say it all. read more

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Food is 5 stars as many other reviewers said fresh and flavorful fish and uni. Omakase includes 13 courses for $75 which is a deal in NYC. Especially no appetizers in these courses. Solid 13 pieces of nigiri. However, service is only 3 stars. The restaurant is very small and narrow. If one round does not finish on time, it is very packed and uncomfortable. Our reservation was 8pm and customers in previous round(7pm) stayed overtime and left until 8:10pm. As we sat down, chefs rushed to make every piece and finished to serve us at 8:45pm. 9pm round people came in 8:50pm. Basically we could not relax and enjoy the food. read more

Fuku Omakase is a hidden gem. It's a small restaurant that seats about 10. It's located very close to the West 4th subway stop in the West Village. The staff is friendly and they described each piece of sushi that was served. Everything was fresh and tasty. $75 for the 13 piece omakase. Some pieces had caviar and foie gras. My favorite was the Monkfish Liver, which was buttery and smooth (note: it's seasonal, so you may not get it). You can purchase additional pieces a la carte, as well. It's byob with no corking fees. Make a reservation beforehand and arrive on time! read more

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Back again and had to leave another review! Another wonderful experience with fantastic service and great food. Everything was delicious. One of my favorite omakase spots in the city at such a good price! read more

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had the BEST omakase experience here!!!! my bf booked this for us as a treat and we had an amazing time here! right when we sat down, they immediately started our omakase tasting and we were like oh shiet HAHAH cuz it felt so fast, but it was so they could catch us up so we can match the whole bar's pace. i really liked that honestly because we could all experience each sushi piece w everyone around us and share our reactions. i never had that type of collective experience so i loved bonding with random strangers LOL each piece was honestly soooooo good, i loved every single bite. literally no complaints whatsoever. the place is v simple but the food was spectacular and the chefs and staff are sooo incredibly nice and friendly. i recommend this place so much bc the value is insane for the amazing quality read more

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Took my friend - a self-described sushi snob - here for his b'day tonight. "one of my top 3 places, ever", he said. "Alice" our hostess was sweet and funny and kept pouring us free sake, but the sushi was amazing. The chefs had no problem substituting anything we didn't like or couldn't eat due to dietary restrictions. The fish itself was amazing. Each piece was delicious, and, compared to overpriced places that charge 2x-3x as much, it's the best you will find in NYC. read more

My friend and I really enjoyed doing here. I thought the price was pretty low so didn't expect a lot. But I was impressed! Everything was so good. The chef used very good food materials and everything was delicious. Service was good and it's a very clean nice restaurant. I highly recommend it. read more

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It was okay! Got seated 15mins after our reservation time, and the fish was not very unique. read more

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Excellent no frills omakase spot in the west village. Quality of sushi is excellent, especially for $75. You can bring your own drinks! I'll be coming back on a future trip to NYC. read more

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$75 for 13 courses + sake shots + dessert (if you're lucky). I knocked off a few stars because of the food and the loudish ambiance. The temperature of the rice and fish were different so I couldn't help but compare my other experiences. Again, our chef talked through the entire experience and the music was loud so I didn't get to quietly enjoy the experience with my friend (but this could be just my preference) Walked in and the place smelled fishy because the space is tight and the fish were out. It was a cute spot and clean otherwise. Service was great but overall wasn't impressed. The fish was great for the price that we paid for! If you're lucky, try their chutoro! Also, they weirdly torch all of their fish. Only a few were served completely raw Would recommend for an affordable experience if you're in the area read more

This omakase location definitely exceeded my expectations!! I came here because a friend heard about this place on tik tok and made a resy for two on a Sat night about a month in advance. It's an unassuming small restaurant in the west village and seats about 10-12 at the counter. It's intimate as the chefs serve about 4-6 people at a time, explaining each fish as they prepare it before you. Each piece was so good and fresh which really surprised me because there's usually one or two pieces in an omakase that I don't really like. I was also very surprised at how fresh the uni was-- no fishy after taste! This is also a BYOB omakase but the awesome part is that they also serve house sake for free!! Would recommend coming here! read more

MUST go in west village!!! I have been here 2 times since they opened and I can confidently say it is some of the best sushi I have ever had. I have been to some of the best sushi restaurants in NYC, California and Miami and this place delivers the best value out there! Definitely try to get the last seating so you are not rushed out to enjoy the vibes. All of the chefs are very friendly and respectful. This is a great date night or place to celebrate a big occasion. Will 100% be coming back! read more

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5 stars for this price point of omakase. No frills but good quality pieces- extremely accommodating if you want to switch something out becuase you don't like it or allergies. The salmon and tuna bites were incredible. Attentive and generous about filling up your sake. It is quick and only an hour which they keep too but will def be back! read more

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Really terrific place. Small, intimate setting. About 9 seats, all of them around the chefs. Each seating is 60 minutes but it's plenty of time to eat and enjoy. We got there a few minutes late and the staff were accommodating, but we could also see a party waiting so we respectfully left not too late after our allotted time. Seems like the menu changes every so often, but the Spanish fluke was our favorite. The omakase dinner is $75 for 13 pieces. You have the option of doubling up, but if so, you have to let the chef know when you get there. You can also order extra pieces a la carte. Also, it's BYOB with no corkage fee! But if you don't bring your own, they'll serve house sake for no additional charge. And it's actually pretty good sake. Maybe a tad sweet, but overall really nice. Our chef was also super friendly, explained each piece, and made sure everyone was comfortable. I'm no expert on omakase, and I don't think I'd ever do a super-high end place. But for the price point, in Greenwich Village, with great service and quality food, this place is fantastic. read more

Amazing omakase and service! Steven, the owner and chef, was so kind and funny during our meal. The rest of the staff was great too- super attentive and they even wrote a happy birthday card for our friend who we were celebrating! There is limited seating which creates a cozy environment. I've been to dozens of omakase restaurants in the city, and for the price I cannot recommend enough. read more

My boyfriend and I made a reservation here after finding it on Resy. Apparently the spot just opened around 9 days ago when we went. The restaurant is super intimate, featuring bar seats around the chefs who prepare your meal. They offer a 13 course menu for $75 (see attached picture for the options). They offer free unlimited BYOB. I also strongly recommend you book at the latest time because they may offer you additional pieces for free My favorites were the toro with caviar (a classic), the sablefish (also one of my boyfriend's favorites), and the monkfish liver handroll (never had at another omakase spot before!) The staff were also super nice and fun to chat with. Unfortunately they tried to claim we didn't pay when we did? That wasn't a great end to the night but overall the food was yummy. I would definitely come again! read more

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This is a 5-star $75 omakase. That's to say, I've had better omakase (more inventive, more pieces, more flavors, more interesting fish) for more money, but this was great value for the price point. Good quality fish and a lovely, simple, clean interior vibe = a nice intimate meal in the West Village. read more

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Great experience; being in the PNW we are spoiled with good sushi and omakase options, but doing this dinner in NYC made our family trip even more memorable. Must try! read more

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Food 4.8 Service 4.9 Ambiance 5.0 Price P.S BYOB Since each session is 60 minutes, it's very important to be on time , I would say get there at least 15 minutes early for coat check and catch the breath before the fresh sashimi starts I definitely recommend this place , pretty easy to find parking. If take train just 2 minutes walk from station. Liquor shop just walked three minutes. We got our bottles next to the train station. Good job Chef Steven & Chef Mike , you guys ROCK We are 7 people had a great time there Look forward to FUKU in December read more

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One of the coolest dining experiences I've had in NYC. Walked in on a whim and had the place to myself for a while. Conversations with the staff were awesome. They take so much pride in their restaurant and also the local food scene in general. For the price you can't beat Fuku. read more

Had to try this place out before it blows up! Walked past it on my way to a bar and barely spotted it out of the corner of my eye! I checked online and realized that while it did not have many reviews (and is probably a newer omakase spot) it was a perfect 5-star rating... and on top of that it's extremely affordable for omakase with a $75 13-course omakase. After that I immediately booked a res for the next evening. Fuku is a super small and otherwise difficult to notice omakase restaurant with seating for about only 4 parties right next to each other in front of the chefs. That said, the experience was extremely intimate and I had a great time there. The chef walked us through each course of the omakase--the preparation and the ingredients were of the highest quality and I had a lot of fun watching him prepare our food. After our 13-course omakase we ordered the A5 Wagyu Beef & Uni Hand Roll which was a flavor bomb experience in itself. And on top of all this, Fuku is BYOB and they charge no corking fee! Restaurant staff were so polite and fun to talk to and kept pouring us our beers that we brought. Some other parties brought wine, and if you forget a drink, the staff will prepare a small glass of complimentary house sake for you as well... Don't walk, run before this place blows up! P.S. Sorry, couldn't include pics of the entire course but chose some of the ones I really enjoyed read more

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Great price, and a very fun atmosphere! Service was very attentive and we will definitely be back very soon. The 13 courses were all great, and they give you options to do more. The BYOB aspect also adds a fun element! read more

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