Amazing quality at this price. Exceeding my expectations. For $250, you get a menu that changes every time - which keeps things exciting. 10 cooked courses + 8 sushi pieces. The vibe: Two seatings a night, only 10-16 people per round. The team is getting smoother every visit. Let's talk about the Abalone. Tonight's version: they grilled sea urchin into a sauce and draped it over the abalone. No joke - zero fishiness. The abalone itself was firm, bouncy, with the sauce on the top, almost creamy with every chew. The uni sauce added a briny, buttery richness that made me close my eyes and nod slowly. The Blanched Conger Eel has a texture that is soft yet resilient, almost like a well-steamed egg white. Served with a light ponzu-ish touch. Very subtle, very elegant. Pike Eel with Plum Sauce was sweet-sour-tangy, every bite was a battle between smoky eel and bright plum. Shinko is the baby version of kohada (gizzard shad). And babies are cute, right? This one was tiny, silvery, and packed a punch. The rice was warm, loose, perfect. It's not a crowd-pleaser like tuna; it's for people who like their sushi to taste like the sea, not butter. I loved it. My friend said it was "too fishy." Friend is wrong. A highlight of the day was that little tasting platter and the crab looked small in the bowl but was packed with so much meat I felt personally attacked. Sweet, juicy, umami. The chef is a focused old man who probably dreams about fish, and I respect that. Value: For $250, considering the quality and quantity (10 dishes + 8 sushi), it's a steal compared to other Michelin spots. Booking: Easy on OpenTable. Two seatings, small crowd. P.S. - The menu changes, so don't expect the exact same dishes. read more

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FYI, this review is for the overall dinning experience. $250 a person 1. Hanare is inside a shipping container with a mini split. Let that sink in for a minute. 2. Incredibly hard to find with no sign. 3. Food was ok. The quality is somewhere at $120 PP 4. Service is kinda slow. 1 server attending to 10 people. 5. I watched the chef the entire time. His execution is messy. Spilling caviars multiple time. 6. The restroom is horrendous. They share it with the public. read more

Hana re is an omakase restaurant located at The LAB Anti-Mall in Costa Mesa. It shares a parking lot with other businesses; there's ample parking if you come early but is harder later on the evening. It was awarded one Michelin Star five years in a row but it has since been removed. We made reservations online which are required. You will probably miss the entrance if you're not looking for it. When you're facing the plaza's restrooms, look to the left for a black door in a storage container type building. There is a small piece of white paper next to it with the restaurant's name. The interior was pretty casual with typical finishes I'd expect to see at a sushi restaurant. The sushi bar seats about 7-8 and there are a couple tables holding bigger parties. The omakase course was $250/person over a 10 course meal. What I thought was really good were the Hokkaido crab and apple, the salmon and bluefin tuna sashimi, A5 beef from Hokkaido (my favorite), otoro (another favorite), chopped otoro handroll, uni, and sea bass. What I thought was good were the tempura and egg custard, caviar, belt fish with ponzu, sea bream, squid sashimi, and stripe jack. The wasabi was grated fresh and there was a strong punch to it. If you don't want wasabi you can request that it not be added and they will remember that. The vibe was very casual but the dishes were well thought-out and well-presented. Overall our meal took about 1.5 hours. Chef Atsushi Yokoyama and the staff were very friendly and we cracked a couple of jokes throughout the evening. read more

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Hana re has been on my list of places to go for a few months now. Since it was our anniversary, we thought no better place to celebrate than there. You can book as early as 30 days, so we made a reservation for two. You eat at the sushi bar (with up to 10 people, but when we dined, there were 9 in total) where you can see, in real time, the talented chef create art using food. I was excited to try their Chef Omakase courses. It's $250 per person, not including drinks, tax, nor tip. The service was wonderful and the food was good, but the plating stole the show. They were impeccable. I looked forward to each course because I knew they'd be beautiful. I eat with my eyes. read more

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If you couldn't fly to Japan this year, head to Hanare for a traditional omakase experience! Every bite of what was served reminded me of all the dishes I love in Japan! The chef brought beauty, elegance, and freshness to each piece presented. Service was perfection! We were seated on time and the dishes were promptly served. If our chef wasn't explaining what he was serving us, our server would do so in his place, especially when the dishes were from the kitchen. The dining room seats about 10 people. Simple yet elegant decor that fits the profile of our whole dining experience. A hidden omakase gem! read more

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It was difficult finding this restaurant. Here is a picture of the front of the business. It did not open until a few minutes before 5pm as the first seating. The food was exquisite presented and the flavors complement each other. The fish was fresh! Highly recommend this amazing restaurant as a place for a business dinner or a special celebration as it as $250 per person. read more

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Truly an exceptional experience. If you get the opportunity to try the chef omakase experience at Hanare, I highly recommend it! Yes, the price point is a little steep at $250/pp, but it seems on par with most other omakase dinners in the area, however, I do think some of others include 12-16 courses. In my opinion, 10 courses was the perfect amount of food. I love sushi, but I'll admit that I'm a bit picky with certain types of fish and textures, so I've always been nervous to try omakase. For this particular occasion I promised myself to be open minded and try each item served in the 10-course dinner, and wow... it did not disappoint! From start to finish, each course was delicious and perfectly prepared. The service was also exceptional. Prior to the first course our server asked about any food allergies or restrictions, and let us know that one course included beef, but they could substitute it if we don't eat red meat. (So glad we didn't substitute, because that wagyu was so yummy!) She also thoroughly explained each item served and did a great job of timing our next course so we didn't have to wait long in between. The restaurant can be a little tricky to find, because it's part of The Lab, but located on the far end of the external building near the restrooms. read more

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Came here to celebrate a birthday on a weekend: SERVICE = 5 (very intimate setting, bar setting with only 8-person capacity. Direct interaction with the chef. Considering only one server for the entire meal, good overall) TASTE = 5 (10-course Omakase. All ingredients at extremely fresh. eg. Never thought I would be a fan of monkfish liver, and the Hokkaido uni is just WOW!) Ambient = 5 (again, intimate setting and the chef is very friendly and approachable. Max capacity of 10 person per meal, with 8-person sitting capacity at the bar, and one 2-person private table available for reservation. Interior decor is simple yet elegant) Experience = 5 (all except the restaurant is a bit concealed, and not easy to find for 1st-timers as it does not have an obvious sign outside of the restaurant) Definitely worth going back again! read more

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Hanare is an amazing omakase experience. The presentation here was easily one of the best I've seen. Every dish was beautifully plated, fresh, and thoughtfully crafted. The sushi chef was really friendly and accommodating to food allergies. What really sets this place apart is the ambiance. We were treated to a generous progression of courses, starting with a variety of appetizers and hot plates before moving into sashimi and nigiri, followed by dessert. My only small critique would be the pacing and order of the courses. By the time the nigiri arrived, I was already quite full. That said, it did not take away from how excellent everything tasted. We ended with a panna cotta that was absolutely delicious and the perfect sweet finish to an incredible meal. read more

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My friend and I came here to celebrate her milestone birthday. This review is overdue, but didn't want to completely forget the exceptional experience. We had a wonderful time here. It was my first time and memorable for special occasions. Our hostess/waitress provided excellent service and was attentive in so many ways to make our dinner very special. She paid attention subtly and was always there one step ahead to take care of us. We sat at the bar in front of the chef and felt spoiled by the variety of dishes in our meal. Every dish was beautifully, presented and boasted different flavors and texture profiles. I was intrigued by the beautiful presentation for each dish. This was an unforgettable special experience! read more

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Just moved down from LA last month and I am still looking for my regular places to go. Food wise is excellent. All dishes were well executed. Nigiri were good cuts. I enjoyed the kombu jime ji kinmedai. Service was a bit slow and I did leave a bit hungry. Definitely a dinner option when I am in thr mood and wanting a omakase. read more

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We came on a Thursday night, and the bar wasn't full. 8 pm reservation n There was only 4 people including me. Every dish was delicious, however I wasn't impress with how fast they wanted to serve the next dish. I felt like I had to eat fast n swallow every thing down immediately. Our server kept coming over to clear my plate n it was annoying. I would probably prefer to come back on a busier night. Anyways I would Come back- but the price tag ! $250 pp and a nice bottle of sake. My date was amazing read more

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The whole experience was amazing from start to finish. Every dish that came out looked like art and there was a lot of time that took place behind the scene from the way each item. However! For the price point of $250/pp, I think there was a lot of tiny things that discouraged us from coming again. Since each dish was prepared way beforehand, many courses came out at odd temperatures; most of them in room temp food. The mini tempura fish was also disappointing. For a whole fried fish (smaller than 1 inch) it was stale and not crispy at all. It was fried hours ago for something that probably only takes 5 minutes because it's so tiny. The service and attention to detail was unlike anything else though. It almost felt like I was back in Japan. But for the price, we expected "freshly" prepared items. Even the rice for the nigiri wasn't seasoned with vinegar so it was bland except for the soy sauce the chef used. The inside is small and can seat less than 15 people. All handled by the chef. Overall, I would recommend it for the experience but not for the food. For $250 it was definitely pretty to the eyes but "ok" on the tastebuds. read more

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Disappointed ... I mean guys I'm sorry but its not worth. Food just ok, nothing super tasty read more

Hanare Sushi - Japanese Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Overall, Hanare was an incredible omakase experience. I made a reservation for 2 people 2 weeks before via OpenTable, and it was super easy to make the reservation, but you are also able to text them to make a reservation as well. My aunt and I sat at the bar (10 seats), which only serves the Chef's Omakase. I lost count of how many dishes total, but everything was so well presented and tasted amazing. The fish was high quality with the perfect rice to fish ratio for me. For your last omakase dish, we got to choose from an uni roll or toro roll, and I chose uni, but you could not go wrong with either one. Definitely worth a try! read more

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This place is super expensive and has bugs inside of it. You get one little piece of sushi for each course and you pay $300 per person. Just go to eat sushi you will get way more sushi that is better and a better experience. read more

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How can I even describe how much I love the food, atmosphere, and staff here? If I lived nearby, I'd happily come twice a month. I've tried more than 15 omakase around the world, and Hana Re's appetizers are by far the most creative and delicious. And their dessert - panna cotta? Truly unbeatable. The chef has a long history of perfecting it, and it shows. I ordered it three times in one sitting and had to force myself not to go for a fourth. This is the only omakase spot in SoCal where I say "See you next time" instead of goodbye. Huge thanks to the chef and his wife for always creating such a peaceful dining atmosphere and consistently serving incredible food. (P.S. If the chef ever opens a dessert shop, I'll be bringing everyone I know for that panna cotta! :D) read more

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Wonderful evening, date night: The place is very calm, great decor, gorgeous handmade dishes & sake glasses. Service was 10/10 We sat at the bar. Every course was better than the last. Extensive sake menu. Courses included small bites of exquisite shellfish, fish soup, sashimi, waygu beef, sushi & clam miso soup. Dessert was panacotta. Uni was optional but included. My partner opted for uni & I received another sushi piece, The fish was so fresh, melted in your mouth: Everything was top quality & creative Worth every penny. Wonderful experience will return. read more

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Probably the best dining experience I've ever had. The entrance is quite hidden, and we spent a few minutes searching for it. Upon arrival, the ambiance was calm and zen. The music was peaceful and welcoming, and the lighting was just the right amount of moody. It was around 11 or 12 courses and each dish was phenomenal. Some highlights: hairy crab, chawanmushi, raw lobster, wagyu, all the cuts of sushi, and the panna cotta at the end. My favorite bite has to be uni/toro handroll!! I came here a few years ago, but i still remember the meal TO THIS DAY. read more

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This was my first time at an omakase. We were a party of 4 and came here on a Wednesday night for my friend's birthday. It was definitely an experience that I won't forget. The place is really low key and had a really amazing atmosphere at the store. We were served 10 courses and at the end it was filling and paced nicely. The fish and meat were so tender and fresh the best quality I have eaten. The service was quick and each dish was explained. Overall a perfect meal that touches on different taste buds. read more

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Was able to secure a seat at my first Michelin star (and full omakase!) experience three nights in advance via text messaging, for a Friday 5:30 seating. The staff at Hana Re was not only able to graciously accommodate for a second unexpected guest that I asked to change my reservation to include, but also allow for a 30-minute delay when my guest hit an unprecedented wall of traffic en route. Discreetly hidden away in the bustling LAB Anti-Mall, a rope curtain inside obscured the 9 seatings in our time slot, each with a close view of the food preparation. We were seated and provided menus by a very welcoming hostess, who brought our drinks and also a few of the courses throughout the evening. Chef Atsushi explained the ingredients of each dish as they were served with a smile. My personal favorite prepared dishes included the unagi with foie gras, hairy and baby crab, A5 wagyu, and the melon panna cotta dessert. Standout raw fish included the toro (unimaginably creamy) and uni nigiri (usually sourced from Japan, but due to transportation constraints the chef notified us that our dish was made with Santa Barbara sea urchin). I stayed hydrated with one of the fruitier sakes recommended by the hostess. At $250 per person, this was probably the largest splurge I have personally indulged myself in and it was well worth it. During the lull between courses, both the hostess and chef made pleasant conversation with the guests. Will have to come back to try their different seasonal menus. read more

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Loved our omakase at Hanare!! The locations a little hard to find at the camp. The restaurant was very understanding that we were running a little late. The food was delicious, each plate had such an exquisite array of flavors and textures. My favourite was the unagi and foie gras. The chef even checked in with us on how full we were getting so he could evaluate his rice ratios! Overall such a great experience. read more

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I took my boyfriend here for a birthday dinner recently after seeing that it has good reviews. It was both our first time at an omakase, so we weren't sure if taking pictures would be rude and decided to just enjoy the moment. The place is small and cozy. There was a total of 5 guests that night, including us. It was a very intimate experience since the chef prepares each dish in front of us and explains everything as he serves each dish. Everything were plated beautifully. We loved most of the courses, especially the sushi! My only complaint was the multiple dishes with the dashi broth. We had some served warm as a soup, some cold as gel, and some as cold soup. We both didn't like the taste of it, so it was a bit dreadful to keep seeing its appearance every so often throughout dinner. Overall, we had a great time and loved all the sushi. As someone who doesn't like raw food too much, I enjoyed it more than I expected! read more

The hubby surprised me by taking me here to celebrate our wedding anniversary. If you are looking for a place to celebrate a birthday or anniversary then Hana Re is the perfect place. It's a very small and intimate setting. Presentation is very beautiful. I have had Omakase many times and I have to say that Hana Re is easily one of my top 5 now. Otoro for example is always super delicious but otoro here was juicy! You heard me, it's juicy. I haven't had otoro that was juicy before. They use really high end and great ingredients and products in every dish that comes out. I truly felt like I was able to taste the different senses like sweet, sour, and savory. Loved that the pace was slow and I got to really enjoy each item that came out. Not to mention being able to photograph each item. They are also accommodating if there are specific allergies of different types of seafood you cannot eat. I highly recommend Hana Re. 2 thumbs up from this Yelper. It'll be a night you won't forget! Tips: *Reservations only. *Free parking at the Anti-Lab. *Restroom available outside. *Credit card accepted. *Alcohol accepted. *Michelin star for a few years. *Omakase $250 pp *Closed Sunday & Monday *Two times seating available 5 & 8pm. *Max reservation is for 4 ppl. read more

Michelin Star well deserved, Chef Yokoyama presents an excellent coursed omakase with the usual stars like SB uni , wagyu, seasonal fish- but he makes sure to display his knife skill and layered umami especially with his use of hinoki mushrooms and tomatoes. 5 star food, presentation and service in an intimate setting. Located in the back of the Anti-Lab parking lot in Costa Mesa, this sushi spot is unassuming to say the least. However, you are literally transported to Japan- and this spot gives you the vibe of an upscale neighborhood sushi bar in Kyoto or Osaka. We enjoyed our omakase set here and look forward to returning for the a la carte menu. read more

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$250 per person before tax tip drinks. Def an interesting omakase experience. There was almost as much hot dishes as cold which isnt common. It was almost a kaiseki style omakase. I would def recommend checking this place out if you want something different than the run of the mill sushi omakase. Dinner doesnt take too long lasting about 2 hrs. Ive def had longer/shorter omakases. I think my only critique would be that I hoped the sushi would have had more exotic cuts of fish instead of the tried and true toro, amberjack, flounder, etc...OR dressed up more creatively instead of just the nikiri brush on the nigiri. However, the other dishes were really creative and def made this experience worth checking out. Overall, would def recommend especially if you want something different! read more

Hanare Sushi - Japanese Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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This restaurant truly felt like a secret - a literal hidden gem! Hiding within a colorful metal shipping container is a minimalistic and intimate space. We sat at the chef's counter to watch Chef Atsushi live in action - He left us melting in awe the whole time. Each course looked like a masterpiece made of premium, fresh ingredients. His modest seasoning let natural flavors of the proteins shine. Paired with attentive service, the transition between courses felt seamless and our glasses were never less than half full. Highly recommend this immaculate experience! Be sure to make a reservation way in advance, and give yourself extra time to find parking in the LAB Anti-Mall. read more

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Got invited to this gem of a restaurant for omakase dinner. The entrance was somewhat hidden especially because I was looking for the colorful walls based on older Yelp photos. It is now brown with a tiny white square sign by the door. It is at the end of the Lab parking lot, on the same row as the restrooms. Inside was a small cute little restaurant with 8 seats at the bar, and a couple small tables. One chef at the bar, and one server handling all the customers. Their 4 Michelin signs proudly displayed by the inside of the entrance. Since the meal was omakase, you can just sit back and enjoy the conversation with your companions while waiting for each surprise course to be served. Food pace was relatively slow (giving you time to take photos and savor each course) as the chef had to prepare the food for everyone, and each item is a work of art, and extremely unique. Different from all the omakase I've tried in the past with quite a few cooked food options, a large variety of textures and rare ingredients. Although each item was only a couple bites, by the time we reached dessert, we were fully satisfied. Definitely a meal to remember. read more

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The foods are good, service good and the place is nice. But the price is highly. The foods are not enough for their price. Too expensive.

Made reservation for 5pm seating on Friday. We were the only 2 people in the bar in this small restaurant that seats 8 in the bar and 2 table tops. For $250 per person it was an amazing experience as the fish served were both beautifully done. The flavors were delicate and balanced. read more

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Celebrated our anniversary and my birthday dinner here. It's a very small place located in the LAB in Costa Mesa. It's blended into the background pretty well so might be hard to find at first especially since the sign is fairly small. I think it only seats 14 people max. They told us the service can last anywhere between 1.5-2 hours, but luckily we went on a weekday and no one else was sitting at the tables so it only took us an hour which was great. It's 10 courses including appetizer and dessert. The price is decent for the omakase experience. It's not the best I've ever had, but pretty close to it. Definitely deserves the Michelin Star. read more

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Wow.. no word can describe This place is a bomb Best sushi I've ever had!! Highly highly recommend read more

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Wow, Chef Yokohama has rightfully earned his Michelin Star!! Master Chef Yokohama blew us away with his kokoro (passion for excellence)! He makes every dish seem simple as he goes about his work, but that's the sign of a true master when they make the complex look simple! Every course was prepared and executed with excellence, and every piece of his masterful work was artful in design and flawless is its execution. This is a FIRST CLASS dining experience that one must place trust in the hands of this master chef to enjoy it to its fullest - your true omakase!! read more

Hanare Sushi - Excellence! - Japanese Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Hanare came highly recommended by a Japanese colleague, so he can attest for their authenticity. I have been wanting to come here for years, but the timing had not worked out until now. I texted the restaurant about a month prior to make the reservation. They tell you to confirm the rules from their website, and inquire if there are food allergies. CANCELLATION POLICY: They charge the full amount for no shows or cancellations later than 5 days before the reservation day. I understand the work going into prepping the meal but I think a 2 day grace period would be more understandable. NO SPECIAL OCCASION CELEBRATION. Wow. For $250/person before tax and tip... basically $650 for 2 people, no alcohol, with tax and tip... and you don't do anything for special occasions. It discourages me from common back since this is special occasions pricing, and I don't even get to feel special dining here. They offer an exclusive omakase experience with 8 seatings at the bar, 2 small tables for 2, and a small table for 4. On a more positive note, I would have to say the meal had unique qualities and flavor combinations I have not had at other restaurants. Chef was a true artist putting in beautiful finishing touches to each dish before presenting it to us. We were served the following for our omakase meal: - Santa Barbara Sweet Shrimp, Caviar, Lemon Foam, Squash Pure - Very fresh start to the meal. Nice sweet, savory and acidic bite. Also very beautiful, as was most of the dishes. - Pike Eel Tempura, Lobster and Sweet Corn Tofu, Hokkaido Scallop Orange Clam, Squid with Uni - This was their seasonal appetizers. All very good. The lobster and sweet corn tofu was the most unique thing on the plate. Also the presentation was so luxurious. The lobster and sweet corn were in a vessel like a jewelry box. - Unagi with Foie Gras, Eggplant Puree, Plum Sauce - Wow did the foie gras ban get lifted or was this an imitation foie gras. It definitely had the delicious fattiness I have not had since the last time I went out of state. Yum what an unexpected treat. - Hairy Crab & Baby Crab - Dinner and a show. Chef brought out a basket of live baby crabs next to a big hairy crab to show us how fresh the ingredients are. Delicious. - Grilled Japanese Abalone, topped with Hokkaido Uni, on a Japanese Mountain Yam Puree - I really enjoyed the yam puree. The abalone was a little tough but I enjoyed the flavors. - Sashimi: Snapper, Bluefin Tuna, Yellowtail, Salmon - A bit basic, but decent quality. The wasabi it came with was from a fresh wasabi root. - Steamed Barnacles - What a treat! Definitely something different and interesting to try. It was like a chewy clam taste. I enjoyed it as a novelty item but I don't need to hunt down more barnacles. - Steamed Aname Fish with Veggies and Finished with Dashi - The fish was a bit tough but the vegetables were skillfully and artistically prepared. Dashi was clean and fresh. - A5 Wagyu with Broccolini and Baby Corn - Nice fatty and tender. - Nigiri: Halibut Flounder, Shima Aji, Ootoro, Black Sea Bass, Kinme Dai, Kanpachi - Also pretty basic. The one thing I commend is that the chef scored all of the fish to allow it to better absorb the sauce he applied and give it that extra softness biting into it. - Miso Soup - There was mushroom in this version of a miso soup. - Hokkaido Uni Handroll - Chef offered an alternative for those who do not love Uni, but we love Uni. - Panna Cotta - The taste of the panna cotta was perfect, but the consistency was on the watery side as if the panna cotta has not fully set. Also the fruit accompaniments were random and not necessarily well pairing I think the strawberries alone would have been fine. At the end of the meal you have the option to add additional sushi items if you are still hungry. I don't think my boyfriend was full, but he was being polite. I was pretty content with the portion of the meal. However I'm not sure it was worth the value spent on the meal. I would price this meal around $4-500 total including tax and tip. Overall I feel like the service was in compliance in the sense that my water was refilled, and dirty plates were removed... but I wouldn't say they were friendly or personable like similar business types in this experience category. I enjoyed the food but I'm not sure if I want to come back since I can achieve an equivalent or greater quality meal in the same category for a lower budget elsewhere, preferably a place that celebrates special occasions. read more

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This place definitely deserved its Michelin star. Everything was delicious, especially the uni and mini crabs. The pace of the courses also made sense. The chef will even take time to explain each dish he prepares. The service was great as well! This is the perfect place to celebrate birthdays! read more

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Confused about negative reviews...if I had more money, I'd come here more often. But really, if you saved a dollar per day for 250 days. You can eat at least twice a year. Math checks out. Food tasted exquisite and had a phenomenal experience. Would definitely recommend not to rush every plate, but take time to enjoy the different flavors that it offers. Favorite has to be the toro. Basically the a5 wagyu of the sea. read more

Amaaazing omakase experience and service! 10/10 would recommend! Finally trying Hanare after many years of passing by whenever I am at the Lab. It's so lowkey that you'd really have to know about the restaurant to find it! As the dishes kept coming, I kept exclaiming with the Ooohs and Aaahs, simply because most of the items on the tasting menu that day were my favorites! Stand outs for me include: - Foie gras and unagi: it's a flavor and texture explosion inside your mouth that you can only experience by trying it yourself. - A5 Wagyu: tasted basically like butter that melts in your mouth. - Sashimi: so fresh, so good! - Uni sushi: soooo creamy and flavorful. Practically sent me to uni paradise for a brief moment there. - Scallops: this paired amazingly with the red rice sake! The sweetness was enhanced with each sip. Service was top-notch, and really appreciated the thoughtfulness behind the chef's menu read more

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I was excited to eat here and had high expectations. Unfortunately my meal was severely disappointing. The textures of things were overall mushy. The flavor was ok. I have had much better omakase for $150 and after tax and tip my bill was just over $350, for just me. I only ordered one cocktail which was also sad. The food was beautiful. The service was ok. I expected better/more attentive service and better descriptions of the food for the price tag. I do not recommend this omakase for this high of a price. There is much better out there. More depth of flavor out there. Better texture combinations. read more

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Great dinner experience over a whopping 2 to 2.5 hours with beautifully curated meals and flavors. Small and intimate environment with the chef in his element choosing to service his favorites to the guests. Flavors of each dish were loyal to the ingredients and no single dish overwhelms the next course. Pleasant, relaxing, and flavorful meal. An at times whimsical, and traditional dinner experience. A classic start and finish for this one Michelin star experience, and conveniently located in Orange County, CA. Was a deliciously fun experience. Side note: it seems that the wait staff did a great job and was between 6 guests at the counter and 2 in the separate dining table. She worked really hard, and at times seemed overwhelmed (although extremely attentive to guest needs, and chef Yokoyama even helped with some of the dish presentations). Kodos to the waitress for managing such a busy small and intimate setting! read more

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I was super excited to try this spot after hearing about it from a lot of people! Everything was very fresh and it was quite a creative menu. Don't come here with the mindset that you're just gonna get sushi, it's much more than that. The presentations were quite beautiful! It's tucked away in The Lab mall, so a little strange for location. Overall, we had a good time and it was a good dinner, but I'm still undecided if the big price tag is worth it. read more

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