We were excited to try out Hiroshi for an omakase experience while we were in the area. It is a 17-course meal, offering a crab chawanmushi to start, various apps (such as tamago, taro, ama ebi, etc.), wagyu stake, tempura, nigiris (our favorites being the o-toro, the chu-toro, and the hotate), an akadashi miso soup, and a dessert (panna cotta). Note that their menu changes based on availability, so it won't be the same each time you go. Service was welcoming and pleasant, and each items were fresh and well-prepared. Their sushi counter, made out of the keyaki wood, is gorgeous! A good spot for a date night. +17-course omakase +pleasant service read more

My husband and I dined here for an early Friday dinner and we both agreed it's one of the best omakase spots in the peninsula. It's on the smaller side for a restaurant (maybe seats 30?), making it a super cute spot for date night. We opted for the 17 course omakase and it did not disappoint. The timing of each course was perfect. Even though the chef was also making nigiri for a table of 4, my husband and I never had to wait very long between each piece. One of our most memorable bites was the A5 wagyu. It's grilled on a Japanese charcoal which added a nice smokey flavor to the juicy pieces of wagyu. The kisu tempura was also very delicious and as always, the nigiri's were *chefs kiss*. Each piece of nigiri was perfectly seasoned and incredibly well balanced. If you haven't tried Hiroshi yet, you're definitely missing out. Highly recommend trying Hiroshi at least once if you like omakase. My husband and I are already looking forward to our next visit. read more

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Hiroshi was a solid 3.5-star experience for me. Everything was well executed and consistent, but nothing really stood out or felt especially memorable. Good overall, just not quite a wow. read more

Hiroshi - Japanese Near Me - Los Altos, California

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$292 per person. Nearly everything was 1 piece of nigiri. This place soars in cost for quantity and the quality is so below average. If this sushi is "fresh" to you Bay Area folks then that is rough. We are from San Diego and everything is better. Our o toro is a 30 minute boat ride and you can catch it easily. This o toros color was brighter and less fresh. They also serve raw scallop, some horribly nearly fake crab leg, some soup, etc. My Hommie had his 40th bday and this place was high on his list. After what I've introduced him to in San Diego this place was so disappointing to all of us. It's somewhat specials I guess but it's not that great. Service was nice though. Lady never let our sake go dry and was hyper fast at removing plates. Decor is nice. Minimal and simple, but bright inside. Maybe turn down the lights a notch. I can't give this place more than 1 star. I'm not that picky but when you experience something better, at 1/3 the price on a weekly basis it's hard not to rate this place better. Good luck place. read more

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One of the Best Omakase Experiences in the Bay Area! This was truly one of the best omakase experiences I've had in the Bay Area. Chef Jason was phenomenal and made the entire experience special by explaining every dish in detail, from where the ingredients came from to how each piece was prepared. All the fish was flown in directly from Japan, and you could taste the difference in every bite. The uni was absolutely incredible. Chef Jason explained that it's premium grade and never preserved, which is rare because many places use preserved uni that can have a bitter aftertaste. Here, it was unbelievably fresh, creamy, and sweet. Honestly, the best uni I've ever had. The service was top-notch. Every staff member was respectful, kind, and attentive, and you could tell they really cared about providing a great dining experience. The interior was spotless, elegant, and beautifully designed, making the whole evening even more enjoyable. From start to finish, everything was perfect. I can't wait to come back and experience it all over again. Highly recommend this spot if you truly love omakase and want to connect with the chef while enjoying the freshest sushi in the Bay Area. read more

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My friend and I came to celebrate the holidays. The reservation process was easy but you do have to pre pay. The restaurant itself is beautiful with dim lighting. Our chef was Jason, who was wonderful & also entertaining. The servers/ host staff could have been more helpful, my friend didn't realize there was a basket under her chair so when she pulled the chair out & tried to sit down she tripped over the basket (the host was standing right there & should have informed her). The sushi was delicious, the majority of the pieces melted in your mouth. The wasabi was fresh & the chef did a great job with the flavor profiles. read more

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Over due review alert! Omakase sushi is Michelin worthy. First place I had mackerel that I wanted more of! The plates and cups were artwork and the service was zen-like. I'm not sure what the price tag is today but 3 years ago it was steep! Came there for a testing day of their brunch menu. Delicious, hearty, and under 100$. I've had much worse for more than that! My only note for that more recent experience is that my clam chawanmushi had sand in it :( I would come back again if the price was just a little more affordable! read more

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First impression was that the service is a hot mess. Since there is no cancellation reservation, and made a point to email us about to be on time (early actually). When we got there 15 minutes early, we were informed by the guests waiting around, not a host, that they were 1) running behind schedule 2) would probably commence 10 minutes later then the promised time, 3) and no clear reason was given. We were taken in 15 minutes after our reservation time. No apology from the host, and was ushered to our seats. For the omakase experience, I base my experience on two things: how well they fry things - tempura, and how good their bloody fish are - mackerel. I will say their fried stuff was good, for the mackerel, let's just say I can still taste the rawness. I enjoyed my experience with my sushi chef - Jason. But they got to get a new host. Charging premium $500 a dinner? Service has to come along with. Cannot be just being comfortable sourcing your fish from Japan. read more

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This place has rly delicious sushi and sake, but if they want to keep their star (assuming they still have one or more) I recommend to their owner a few suggestions. This is our 4th time dining here and we will come again. - fix the rock wall waterfall. This is huge. I can't believe they've gone a year and have let it go unfixed. The flower in the corner is not doing you any favors. We're paying 1k+ for dinner. Fix it. It's not optional - get rid of some of the non sushi dishes, there was one that had crab cat food like texture. I recommend getting rid of it. The eggplant one should also go. And the custard should be warm - the dress code needs to change. I was sort of appalled by the number of the ball caps and sweatpants. This is a nice restaurant. Require your patrons to treat it as such. -they changed everything to paper? The napkins are paper and the sake menus are paper? There used to be an iPad. What happened -service needs to clean plates regularly and they need to fill water regularly too. Otherwise the sushi is amazing. Jason is a great sushi chef. Don't let this place go down hill. We'll be back in 6 months. Please try to keep us as customers!! We love this spot read more

Food is amazing. Everything was tasty! Service was amazing, everything is clean, in order - in other words "Japanese". But price is quite expensive for the food and service they provide - unjustifiably expensive. More than 1000$ for two persons. I would definitely come back if I didn't have to pay this much. read more

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Came for the 17 course omakase, everything was incredibly fresh and very very clean. We sat at the bar and got to watch the chef prepare each piece! read more

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UPDATE! This review is for the Wagyu Tasting Omakase Tasting Menu. I've been to a lot of omakase spots in the Bay, but I've never been to one that offers a Wagyu tasting so I knew I had to see what's up so here I am. Hiroshi serves an 11 course Wagyu omakase that is showcased through a variety of styles including but not limited to Yakiniku, Yukke, Nigiri, Shabu Shabu, Sukiyaki, etc. The service here is great and the chefs are very creative in their thought process of each course. This restaurant is very beautifully decorated and their bathroom is very fancy haha iykyk. Overall, I had a great experience here. I definitely recommend checking this spot out. Try it out if you like. :) read more

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Best sushi omakase experience in the neighborhood, best anago i ever tried, better than Japan. Quiet place with gorgeous interior, perfect place to celebrate something. read more

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Indeed, it is spectacular - on par with the best omakase places in SF. To my amazement, it was possible to get a reservation here on relatively short notice. There are some quirks vs other high end omakase experiences I've had: first, you can get a wagyu-centric menu but only on some days, a nigiri-centric menu, or an all-of-the-above menu (at even higher cost than the other two options). And you have to decide when booking. This isn't a place you roll up and decide what you're going to eat. We went with the nigiri centric menu. Incidentally, the "wagyu sando" option was available when we booked (and I skipped it thinking I'd decide on the spot) but when we got there, they had to check to see if it was still available. BTW, it was, and it was tasty, but I thought the other ingredients competed with the wagyu for my attention; the wagyu is spectacular on its own. Something else that's a bit special is that they have a quite impressive sake selection but not much else as drinks. Check the pricing - there is a quite amazing range of dollars per ounce when you do the math and some of those sakes even qualify as a moderate value. Anyway, the parade of nigiri was fantastic and creative. The setting is quite beautiful and reminiscent of high end omakase restaurants in Japan. Would go back for a special occasion, or when I just need a parade of wagyu. read more

his review reflects my impressions from my second visit to this restaurant. The intimate space features a single-piece wooden counter and a few tablesい. The restaurant keeps it simple with two prix fixe menus: a sushi course and a Wagyu-focused course. Naturally, we went for the Wagyu course--how often do you see that on the menu? Sushi omakase is everywhere, but Wagyu? That's special. The menu primarily highlighted Wagyu dishes, with a few exceptions, such as a delicate snow crab chawanmushi (steamed egg custard) and a refreshing eggplant nibitashi (marinated cold dish). The Wagyu itself was extraordinary--richly marbled, buttery, sweet, and incredibly tender. Without a doubt, it was among the finest beef dishes I have ever experienced. The course took us on a Wagyu adventure, featuring dishes like katsu sandwiches, shabu-shabu, sukiyaki, and yakiniku grill. Each one showcased just how versatile and delicious Wagyu can be. The sukiyaki, served with a silky, soft-boiled egg, was an absolute knockout--rich, savory, and completely indulgent. That said, the saffron rice and noodles served toward the end of the meal fell slightly short of expectations, as they were a bit too subtle and bland for my palate. If you're still hungry, the restaurant offers an add-on option of five pieces of omakase nigiri after finishing the Wagyu dishes. This means you can, in essence, enjoy both sushi and Wagyu in one visit--a delightful bonus for anyone wanting the best of both worlds. Service was minimal and reserved, leaving me wishing for a more engaging interaction with the chef. A touch of personal connection would have elevated the overall dining experience. read more

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Overpriced and under-delivered. Went here for our anniversary earliet this year, and not only was the food in tiny amounts, it was hardly flavorful or tasty. I also felt like the number of courses did not match up to what we had paid for. We were both surprised when the chef/waitress said the courses were done. The ambience was probably the only thing that checked the mark. read more

We visited Hiroshi with another couple, drawn by its strong reputation and high expectations. There were two set menus available that evening -- one focused on sushi and the other on wagyu -- so each couple ordered one of each. The ambiance was lovely, service attentive, and the presentation, including the dishware, was beautiful. However, the sushi rice was dry and crumbly -- far from what one would expect from proper Japanese sushi. While the dishes were clearly crafted with creativity, the flavor balance was off, and the quality of the sushi toppings wasn't particularly impressive. The place has a refined, upscale vibe, and the pricing is definitely on the high end -- but unfortunately, the quality didn't quite live up to the price. read more

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We came Ina. Slower day right when they opened so we were served by the chef which was amazing. Every plate was made to perfection and the flavor and quality was amazing! We did the 17 corse dinner and we will come back again. Nothing short of amazing. read more

Definitely a must try. Sushi was high quality. Ordered more of what I wanted. Good pairing with sake. read more

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Came here with my mom for a Mother's Day treat since she wanted to have omakase in Tokyo but we never got around to it. Price with the tax and built in 20% gratuity is around $350 per person. Nestled in downtown Los Altos, the surroundings are cozy and there is plenty of street parking located nearby. It's easy to walk past this place if you're not keeping an eye out for it, the outside is modern and minimalist. The timings for omakase are 5:30, 7:00, and 8:30. We selected the 7 PM timing and paid on the website, there are no cancellations available so book wisely. The omakase tends to go above the time limit by around 10-15 minutes, we were seated late and left late. There is an appetizer, a soup, 12 courses of nigiri, a dessert, and a take-home gift of Shiroi Koibito white chocolate biscuit at the end. This was more than filling. There is also a wagyu add-on to the experience for around $85 that the party next to me opted to purchase, but the price was obscene for what was essentially a wagyu sandwich and a small cut of wagyu steak. If you eat with your eyes, you'll love this place. It's elevated and each piece is deliciously appealing. Our appetizer was artichoke in black sesame and a small citrusy salad with greens, radish, and onions. The dessert was hojicha and a vanilla custard pudding. The freshness of the nigiri and the flavor of the sauces was lovely, my favorite was the toro, unagi, and the two sea bream courses. The various toppings included sesame seeds, caviar, ginger, and wasabi. The uni was not it, though. It tasted like dirty sea water and was incredibly fishy. It left a very strong aftertaste. Service is great, there are boxes underneath each chair to stow coats/purses/hats and the waiters whisk your plates away and attentively refill water throughout the entire duration of the omakase. I'd say go here with someone who appreciates the art of food and flavor profiles and who listens to what the chef has to say. I'd say it's worth it for my first time, I don't have any omakase experiences to compare this one to. Everyone was very polite and friendly, and watching the chef prepare each nigiri was very exciting. read more

Hiroshi - Japanese Near Me - Los Altos, California

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I came for a birthday party in a large group setting and unfortunately the dishes served was plan, dry, and did not taste fresh. Paying around $300 per person and was definitely not worth. I don't think the chef was able to handle a large party which caused the dishes to be dry, basic, bland, and just overall gross. There was this shrimp dish that came out and the shrimp tasted spoiled. It was just overall a terrible experience for an omakase and is actually the worst omakase place I've been too, especially for the price we paid. read more

This was my first real Omakase experience! Came here 3 months ago but never got around to leaving a review. Looking at Yelp, I can't believe all the negative reviews. Especially saying the food is bland and plain? The flavors are amazing!! We had the 17 course meal with 2 cocktails each and a bottle of sake. It was very expensive! About $500 a person with a 20% mandatory tip. Our chef was Jason. He was very pleasant and easy to talk to. We enjoyed his company was thankful he shared his life history with us. It was really cool watching him do everything in front of us. As for the meal, everything brought out to us was delicious. It was definitely a teaser!! I can eat sushi all day! Unfortunately, I was still hungry at the end! But I guess this is how Omakase is. Maybe I'll come back if someone else was paying the bill. Not sure if $500 a person is worth the food and experience though. But I have to admit. The restroom is VERY nice and super clean! They have an infinity mirror (I think that's what you call it) over the sink. read more

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Went here for a birthday dinner with my friends to try their wagyu omakase and it... was everything. I loved the concept because it was something different than a traditional omakase. The restaurant itself is very beautiful and they have some of the prettiest dish ware. Even though it's all small plates, I left feeling very full. They also surprised me with extra ice cream dessert for my birthday along with a song so that was a special treat, the service here definitely goes above and beyond. read more

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Came on a Monday night for a birthday dinner which was so nice as not many omakase restaurants are open on Mondays. It was our first time here so I can't tell you what weekends are like but def recommend dining at the bar on a weeknight as it was not crowded and we had a wonderful experience with Chef Jason. The quality of the food was so fresh and the robust and unique flavor pairings were delightful and well crafted. We also got the house brewed black sake which was on the sweet side compared to the white sake which was said to be dry (it was sold out). Not usually a sweet sake person but it was really good. read more

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We were curious about this place and were able to grab a reservation for dinner omakase. The interior was spacious for the number of seats. Ken took care of our table and he was pleasant and accommodating. He expertly presented each dish as they came out. Our cups were constantly refilled throughout the night. The food was all-star. Each dish was fun for the eyes to take in and we enjoyed them all. It took about 1.5 hours altogether. We had a lovely time and would go back. read more

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Perfect place for date night! We pretty much had the whole restaurant to ourselves since it was right around the holidays. Every detail served was cared for. They even made substitutions for my lactose intolerance self! The portions seemed small at first, but they were almost never ending. We walked out so full by the end of it. read more

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Food was very good but I was actually more enamored with all of their plates and cups. Everything was beautiful and unique and seemed very expensive. I love that they're glass cups are all different colors and each course came on a different beautiful plate. The food was fresh and delicious and flavorful, I left feeling very full and satiated. It was fun watching the sushi chef put everything together and timing each course well. However, the price is pretty exorbitant even for high end sushi prices. They charge like a 3 Michelin starred restaurant. This is definitely a place you come for very special occasions. read more

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I had a fantastic experience when I came with my fiance to have a belated Valentine's celebration. The waiters were very attentive as they refilled drinks quickly and folded the napkins if we stepped away to go to the bathroom. The decorations and glassware were all very unique. The food was really good but the cost is very expensive (including a mandatory gratuity charge) so this is definitely something that I'd only get for a very special occasion. It can be a little hard to find the entrance as it's tucked away. They don't have a dedicated parking lot but we were able to find street parking on a Saturday night. read more

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The most delicious Japanese restaurant in my life ! Yes , it's pricey , but worth every penny ! read more

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I was on cloud nine the entire time. Our chef Jason was amazing and explained every aspect thoroughly. I'm still thinking about every course we had. It was the most amazing experience. I can't wait to return and to bring my loved ones to experience it for themselves. read more

A little surprised by all the high ratings here because I was a bit disappointed by this omakase. For such a high price tag, the sushi did not give me that wow factor and we left very hungry. Decided to panic try this restaurant because it has always been on my list and apparently prices will be going up 20% due to tariffs? For $370 pp (after tax & mandatory 20% gratuity on tock), I expected way more. You get 4 appetizers and 9-10 pieces of nigiri. The only good appetizer was the Wagyu sando which completely melted in your mouth. It was just enough for one bite but it was a VERY delicious bite. My crab chawanmushi had crab shells in it. The duck with eggplant dish ... duck was inedible. It was so stringy and dry. The amaebi with ikura appetizer didn't taste good. The shrimp had a bitter after taste. So that's 1/4 so far. Off to a bad start. Moving onto the sushi- first fish course was 2 pieces of sea bream sashimi? The sauces they used were SO salty. The sauce to fish ratio was completely off because it only needed one drop of sauce. Instead the chefs used a whole dollop on a thin piece of fish. The sauces overpowered the fish and almost made it inedible due to the saltiness. As for the nigiri, although fish was fresh, i can't help feeling it was so small. My uni was very briney and a little bitter which means it's not that fresh? The whole dinner also seemed kind of rushed because i blinked and we were on the tamago (last course) already. I can't believe they didn't serve a scallop piece or end with a toro handroll! For $370, I could've had way better sushi in San Francisco. You are paying for the ambiance and not the food. Definitely will not be returning. read more

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I heard great things and wasn't impressed, the quality could be better. Ambiance was nice though. read more

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Great experience at Hiroshi! Took my husband for his 40th and the food and experience did not disappoint. Chef Jason took care of us, and we VERY luckily booked on a less busy Friday night (only one other couple with us!). This was our first omakase experience, so the intimate setting made it that much better. I set us up with the 11-course menu and the quality of the fish was incredible (as expected). We ended up adding on a few of our favorites at the end right before dessert. Such a great experience, great food, and will happily recommend to others! :) read more

As soon as you enter Hiroshi you are made to feel welcomed by the lovely staff. The atmosphere is brightly lit and as you sit down for your Omakase reservation you are delighted with the sight of their cute glasses! The design was so beautiful I could not stop being amazed. Their bathroom was pretty cool as well. As for the meal, the chef prepared wonderful courses in front of us and gave brief summaries of the dishes as well. I was blown away by the experience though it is on the more pricier side. They ended the experience off with a gift bag of the most delicious cookies I ever had, I wish they sold them separately so I could buy a bunch. read more

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A sure fire way to make a celebration memorable: -obscure entrance, check -luxurious bathroom, check -basket for your bag/coat, check -iPad to browse bottles and details of the interior, check -no extra fluff carby stuff to make you full, you will actually leave satisfied, check -culturally specific rare ingredients and preparations, check -other proteins also, like sashimi, uni, tempura, check -most A5 courses you will ever eat in your life in one sitting, check Big price tag, but the value is there. read more

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Easily one of the top restaurants in the Bay Area. The chefs are all seasoned Japanese sushi chefs (decades of experience in Japan) and you won't find anything like it anywhere else in the Bay. You can also see the insane amount of detail they put into tying this restaurant back to its Japanese roots (e.g. they have a professional Japanese flower arrangement come in every day, they have a mirror inspired by a famous Japanese director, fish/wagyu/wasabi/shiso sourced directly from Japan, Japanese plateware). I honestly wouldn't be surprised if they get a Michelin star in the near future. I find myself constantly coming back and I can't count the number of times I've had friends say the omakase was one of the best meals of their life. Planning to go back soon when my parents are in town! read more

Love the restaurant and come back again...we love this place. The quality of food is amazing, and Chef uses his magic hands to create the artful and tasteful sushi with different touches of flavors. read more

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Restaurant has changed their concept since our last visit. They closed for few weeks and then reopen again. Now it has three different seating time which are 5:30pm, 7pm and 8:30pm. For my opinion, too rush. Our reservation time was 7pm but we did not sit in till 7:15-20 pm. Our chef was different too. Taking about the price: 250 per person, I believed the price was cut down since our feb. visited. The whole dinner experience was just ok. no surprise and nothing were "wow". It felt just ok and not memberable at all. We love omakase. It is kind of sad for restaurant to change to this direction. I saw chef was helping collect the finished soup bowls and plates..... His hand should be only handle my sushi not the dirty bowls or plates from customers. Overall if you never eat omakase before, you may try it. read more

I was honestly disappointed. For the price, I expected more courses and a more intimate setting, but the restaurant felt too large to offer that kind of experience. It didn't feel worth what we paid, and I've had better meals for less elsewhere. read more

There's not enough to say about Hiroshi. I could use all these fancy words like magnificent, exquisite, high-end, delicate, and perfect, but they would not be enough to describe the omakase experience at Hiroshi. The 12 course omakase dining experience is truly specific to the place and time. Simply put, it was very memorable in the outside patio. I consider it a fine dining experience and a memorable escape. The house-made Sake was sweet and had an extremely balanced taste. I did not feel a thing the day after, even though we finished the whole bottle. Everything was paced perfectly, in terms of pouring sake and the food being served. The omakase experience was about 3 hours total. I highly recommend their house sake or a drink to enjoy the serenity in the outdoor patio. This was a time to forget about life. The omakase menu only says 12 courses, but somehow I remember more than 12 items. The wagyu, sashimi, cod, and o-toro were especially memorable, but everything was amazing quality, so I cannot single out a dish that was better than the rest. They even send you home with a special treat, which was icing on the cake the next morning. Again, everything Hiroshi gives becomes a core memory. The ambience and decor was another site to behold (even the bathroom mirror). Not to spoil anything, but there's an iPad that describes all the Japanese decor and story of Hiroshi. Thanks Kevin, chef and all the servers for the memorable experience! I'll be back one day to try the indoor omakase experience. read more

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