Each omakase restaurant is unique because of each chef's past experience with sushi/Japanese cuisine/ and culture. Although I had a great time in this environment, I was disappointed with the food flavors and the quantity. I was actually quite hungry after my meal (even when I had all the add-ons). I had to request water about 20 minutes into the meal. They didn't offer water. Atmosphere was nice and peaceful. But the frustration with the flavors of the sashimi left me wanting something more unique. I would NOT recommend the rice with corn and chopped oysters. It was way too dry. read more

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I have a higher bar for fusion as I feel it requires a mastery of the original cuisine with a vast understanding of ingredients and flavor for unique collaborations to truly shine... and Ken does it, and does it extremely well. It's an intimate restaurant next to a pizza shop that seats just a handlful of people, creating an intimate experience into some very delicious dishes that are traditional and yet very unique. You must come at the arranged time as the dishes are served for all attendees together. The beer and sake options were also broad and interesting. Definitely would come back. Worth every bit of the wait and the cost. read more

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Let me start by admitting that Ken's omakase experience is NOT CHEAP. Without drinks, their $225 omakase rounds out to just under $300 with tax and tip, so this is definitely a special occasion type spot. But special occasion it does deliver, especially since each seating is only around 6-7 diners, and each seat gives you a full 2-hour display of Chef Ken's craft and the dedication he has to his style and his vision for his sushi. I also am biased towards sushi spots that do a great job of lightening up what are usually pretty formal omakase experiences with a little bit of light banter and conversation with the chef. Chef Ken did a great job of *trying* to engage us in conversation, and sharing about how he treated / cured / aged / concocted each dish or each piece of nigiri. The first couple of dishes left me feeling like there could've been a TAD more flavor in the sashimi, but I slowly came around to appreciate how this style truly brought out what the team at Ken is doing with their fish. In the chef's own words, everybody can serve fish fresh off the plane from Japan, but by ageing / curing it anywhere from a few days to a few weeks, he brought out unique flavors that I did not expect from what were familiar pieces of fish / nigiri. It was truly an experience! read more

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A stunning Edomae sushi counter with a high price tag justified by an incredible meal with a superstar sushi chef. I loved my time at this beautiful spot that serves some of the best sushi in San Francisco (and I've been to most of these higher-end Omakase spots). The two-uni bite was among the best things I've had this year. Service is typical of a sushi counter, but the chef is playful and fun. read more

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Looking for your next sushi meal to treat yourself in SF? Look no further than Ken's! Chef Ken's skills and preparation techniques are masterful, having been the sous-chef of Chef Nori Kusakabe of, of course, Kusakabe and previously Sushi Ran. Ken is very friendly, light-hearted, and educational - no stuffy, intimidating sushi dinners here. The prices are very reasonable for high end sushi which lowers the entry barrier and introduces the world of Omakase to new audiences. We had the Sashimi, Sushi Omakase, Masu Ikura Don, and Unagi Hako Sushi to-go boxes! The sashimi was amazingly pure - the fish was prepared masterfully, it was very fresh, and all the pieces shined individually and together. The Ocean Trout and Toro stood out the most to us but none disappointed, that's for sure. The Sushi Omakase was exactly what you'd expect from a high end sushi place - it was to die for! The nigiri was perfectly seasoned and each piece melted in your mouth; the rice was on point and I was told it will be tweaked even further. From the hamachi to the bluefin tuna, each bite brought new surprises with it. I'd imagine when indoor dining resumes, things like Hokkaido uni and caviar will be added to the mix, as well. At the current $47 price, the value is definitely there. Similarly, the Masu Ikura Don delivered on our fine dining expectations. The fish was thinly sliced and easy to consume with the perfectly prepared rice and salty, burst-in-your-mouth, high quality salmon roe balls. The little bites of jidori egg omelet were a welcomed surprised and cut through some of the other strong flavors. Lastly, the Unagi Hako Sushi was amazing, as the strong flavor of the Unagi was seeping through the rice underneath, fusing itself with it and amplifying the flavors ever further. The bites were generously large and filling. Overall, I am really impressed with Ken's new restaurant. I've dined with him in the past at Kusakabe and even remember seeing him at Sushi Ran about a decade ago; I can't wait to see what else he has in store for us as he develops his menu further. Ken's skills are unquestionable, his demeanor is welcoming, and the lower prices bring tremendous value to the customer, opening the world of Omakase to more and more people. read more

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COVID-19 TAKEOUT   Who has champagne taste on a beer budget?   *RAISES HAND*   We all like nice things but affording them is a whole other story.   Since COVID, I've been wanting to go all out with a fancy box of sushi. But, I didn't want to be rationing frozen peas like a famine for the rest of the week so I lived vicariously through other people's posts.   Well, now you can get a fancy box of high-quality sushi without going broque.   Soft opening this week is KEN, a new sushi takeout restaurant from Chef Ken of KUSAKABE and Sushi Ran. Currently, it's a one man show so it's very limited quantities (7 orders a day) and a pre-order is required.   This week, orders are already sold out but additional pick-up days are in the works.   C O V I D - 1 9   S A F E T Y P R E C A U T I O N S * Contactless ordering and payment. * Staff wore mask properly. * Hand sanitizer available. * Sealed takeout boxes.   F O O D Each sushi box was thoughtfully packed with thank you labels.   * Omakase Nigiri (9 pc - $45): https://bit.ly/3s05LzW ***Requested less sushi rice --Blue fin tuna, hamachi, umi masu, hokkaido hotate, toro, jidori dashimaki, 3 pc chef's choice   The nigiri was skillfully prepared with a good ratio of fish-to-sushi rice for my preferences (less rice was accommodated). Each slice of fish was impeccably fresh, smoothly cut with no jagged edges. The sushi rice was properly seasoned with a nice, chewy-sticky bite. The jidori dashimaki (like tamago) was like an eggy, fluffy soft, moist sponge cake. A nice sweet ending.   * Sashimi (10 pc - $35): https://bit.ly/2Xk5WrU --Toro, hamachi, umi masu, hokkaido hotate, 1 kind chef's choice   Not my order so I didn't try but it looked pretty.   * Unagi Hako: Kabayaki boxed style sushi w/ braised arima sansho powder ($20): https://bit.ly/3rZJ8vB Rich, meaty, and sweet with the sansho adding a citrusy pepperyness.   S  E  R  V  I  C  E Chef Ken is humble, grateful, and prompt. My order was ready before my designated time-slot. Since COVID, I haven't had high-quality sushi at this price point until now - it's such a welcome treat. Overall, an incredible value for the freshness, top-notch quality, and skillful preparation. Highly recommended. read more

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Ken Ratings: 4.6/5 Food: 5/5 - My boyfriend took me to Ken just because I wanted to go, no special occasion. Ken definitely stands out from most of the city's omakase. There's perfectly prepared sashimi, flawlessly made nigiri pieces, and creative small plates. You would want to see the description of the omakase experience we had below. Omakase [GET]: Presentation of the food was on point and nicely presented. Chef Ken has his own way of interpreting sushi, and most of the sushi are aged over 2 weeks. I loved all the flavors and texture of the fish, especially the uni (the best uni I've ever had, bursting of fatty, sweet, and fresh goodness in my mouth), but the 8 sushi plus the handroll were all fantastic and executed beautifully. Pro tip is to eat the sushi right away, and appreciate the flavors in each, such as smoky, acidity, and citrusy. The sushi rice was cooked perfectly too. The Dungeness crab soup was silky, creamy, and soft, literally melts in your mouth. The only downside about the meal was the fried rice, because it was a bit bland, a tab bit of salt would be perfect, but I am just nitpicking at this point. The desserts are a nice touch at the end of the meal. Ambiance: 4.25/5 - Located in Lower Haight on Divisadero. The dining room is intimate with only six seats available. We did the sushi counter experience where you can see Chef Ken does his magic with the fish and other ingredients. I appreciate that it almost felt like having dinner at Chef Ken's house, like a family meal. The other 4 people was nice, and entire dinner was on the quieter side until we started to warm up with each other. Price: 4.5/5 - The omakase is $175 for a total of 9 courses, and after tax and tips, it came up to be $225 per person. It consists of small bites, sashimi, 8 pieces of sushi and handrolls, soup and sweets. There are add-ons available and sake for purchase. We were quite full afterwards, definitely worth it, great experience. Service: 4.5/5 - There's only Chef Ken and his sous chef there that evening. Chef Ken is down-to-earth and friendly, initiating conversations and really getting to know us. He always gives the food to the ladies first, Haha. The sous chef is attention to detail, my water glasses is not empty, and ginger are constantly coming my way. All silverwares are shinny and clean, intimate space, so definitely a Michelin level customer service. BLUF: All in all, my boyfriend and I had a lovely meal and we both enjoyed the omakase, the company of 4 other foodies, and Chef Ken's approachable demeanor and personality. Dining at Ken is an UNMISSABLE experience for anyone who loves fish and appreciate the flavors in traditional omakase and open to the uniqueness of Ken's creative approach and twist on sushi too! You will not regret dropping big bucks here. read more

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With only 6 seats available, this is as intimate of a sushi experience as you can get. Ken is the owner/featured sushi chef. He offers 2 seatings and reservations are difficult to get. Omakase menu: First bite Sashimi 5 kinds of sushi Steamed dish 3 kinds of sushi Handroll Kamameshi Soup Sweets Additional add ons available. We decided to get both types of nigiri. We had a great experience with the types of fish offered the night we went. Ken does ask that you eat the sushi immediately. He serves the rice warm and doesn't want to let it sit out too long. $175/pp for the experience. Great selection of sake. Probably top 3 elevated sushi experiences in SF. read more

My first visit to Japan was 2018 w/ my wife. Couldn't sleep because of jetlag and was wide awake at 430 am! Took a taxi to the new location of the famous Tsukiji fish market (Toyosu) and waited in line for about 1.5 hrs at Sushi Dai. It was the first time I've been served by a woman sushi chef! It was also one of the few times in life where I was really blown away by the freshness and umami taste of the sushi! Well, tonight I'm blown away by the "to-go" sushi prepared by Chef Ken! Ken recently worked at Kusakabe and used to work at Sushi Ran as well. He's opening his own restaurant in SF on Divisidero St. and is currently doing a weekly pop-up. Amazing taste and better price of ($48) for omakaze. Masu ikura Don had right balance of saltiness and sweetness with the jidori egg. The Kani Hako, OMG!!! Delicious! おいしい Ordered few days before pick up. Ken was very friendly and hand delivered the food and asked for feedback. Rather easy finding parking on the rather busy Divisidero St. To order: email: ken.sf.ca@gmail.com Or follow him on ig: chef_ken.sf read more

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KEN is an intimate, six-seat omakase restaurant where everyone gets a front row seat to Chef Ken's art! Beautiful and thoughtful dishes, excellent fish and don't skip the sake selection! Perfect date night spot! read more

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Glad to have tried the pop-up at Ken's new restaurant. I ordered some items for a friend's virtual birthday dinner, the packaging made it very easy to deliver for an at-home gourmet dinner. He posts the menu and ordering instructions on his instagram: @ken.sf.ca. I ordered the masu ikura donburi, which was ocean trout and ikura over rice with bits of tamago, and suckered into an unagi hako sushi, the body looking eel roll. My friend had the chirashi sushi set, it was plated so beautifully, she spent some time taking pictures. Good thing sushi isn't hot, my meal would have cooled down by the time I was allowed to eat. My sets were also very photogenic and I could not wait to dig in. I tried my very best not to devour my food and try to enjoy every moment as long as possible. It was very hard to focus, the virtual birthday dinner became a 1-on-1 mukbang. I was okay with the unagi, a bit too drenched/saturated for my taste, I do enjoy thay sansho pepper for this lemony flavor. I have no words for my donburi, it was just perfect. I can't wait to go back again and try the other items on the menu. It does change from time to time, definitely looking forward to my next order there! read more

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A sushi experience I'll never forget. The food was, of course, amazing and delicious. I loved each dish and piece thoughtfully prepared by Chef Ken. The service was great too - Ken was very friendly, funny and knowledgeable. Him and his assistant really worked well together. I loved the ambiance. It's a very small, private place that feels inviting. read more

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Ken was OK at best. For a price of $250-300 per head, the food and experience should be exceptional. The food: there were probably 2-3 stand out dishes. The quantity of food was good and quality was good (not amazing), but the overall coursing felt a bit flat. The first course of a selection of sashimi was sitting out on the counter pre-cut and pre-plated for at least 15 minutes prior to serving us. At this price range you would expect different. There is a VERY limited selection of wines. The ambiance: The space is cool and intimate. Worst part is it smelled like fish. I understand this is a sushi restaurant, but many omakase spots (especially in this price range) don't have that fishy smell when you walk in the door. The service: good not great. Ken is great, knowledgeable, funny and engaging, but his staff could be a bit more knowledgeable on the menu and wine pairing. For the price I'd expect a bit more read more

This is one of the best meals I have had in my life. Everything was delicious and expertly prepared but that wasn't the end of it. The entire night felt warm and inviting. Impressive from a food, service and creativity standpoint. Just a great time. Highly recommend read more

Very intimate sushi experience. We always have fun and usually drink too much sake. Of the SF omakase options KEN is among the top tier. read more

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Ken is one of my fav sushi spot. It's discreet exterior makes it easy to miss but is a total gem and should not be missed. Ken serves up an intimate experience with a fantastic omakase offering. His attention to detail is spot on, even noticing the little things such as me being left handed, and placing pieces at a better angle for me to grab. You will not leave hungry and be wanting to go back again. While you are there don't forget to check out Ken's sake selections, his daiginjo offerings are superb, my group tried 3 different bottles in our seating and was not disappointed with all 3 read more

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I happily picked up a last minute seat at Ken's. Excellent experience all around. It's intimate with only 7 seats but causal at the same time. The sushi is superb from the amber jack to start to the different preparations of tuna the uni and hand roll. It's so hard to pick a favorite but it almost felt wrong to cleanse your palate with ginger or to try the next piece of sushi because then the last thing you ate will leave you. I enjoyed every course and left just shy of being uncomfortably full. Somethings I would have never ordered on my own and without his preparations I am not sure I would enjoy it anywhere else. Watching him work makes you truly understand the art and craft of being a sushi chef. Even some of the accompaniments like the picked cabbage felt special. Ken is constantly cracking jokes and trying to include everyone in the dining experience. There were some awkward jokes/moments but even those felt therapeutic. He truly cares about everyone's individual experience. He makes drink suggestions based on each individuals preferences. Even being there alone didn't feel lonely at all. This is a must splurge that everyone should try for date night or alone if you can snag a seat. My only regret is that I was too full to try the extra sushi courses that were offered. Note to those trying for the first time- the front door does not have a sign. It is locked but they will open it close to the seating time when they are ready for you to start the omakase experience. read more

KEN - Japanese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Serene. Pristine. Focused. Entering the intimate space of KEN, it's clear that this is an establishment dedicated to the traditional tenets of Japanese omakase With stints at Sushi Ran and Kukasabe, Chef Ken has developed a small, but devoted, following that has gladly followed him to his eponymously named restaurant. Both pairs of fellow diners at the 6-seat omakase bar had all previously dined with Chef Ken and happily shared restaurant favorites across the City with KEN figuring prominently in all mentions The multi-course menu starts with sashimi and the colorful vegetable accompaniments are as much addition you get beyond the fish. There are no gold flakes, dollops of caviar or multi-tiered handrolls here; the presentation let's the rice and the fish alone shine The cooked dishes are just as strong with a delectable chawanmushi featuring snow crab meat and cooked shirako and a donabe featuring perfectly crispy rice topped with plentiful seafood. The meal ends with a wonderful bowl of scalding hot fish bone broth All in all, it was a lovely meal and we enjoyed both the company of fellow food lovers and Chef Ken's friendly, humble, and approachable demeanor Unlike the recent proliferation of sushi conglomerates in the City, KEN feels more personal and ultimately more personable It's clear from dining here that KEN wants to go places, with this but an important first step in a culinary journey, and an acknowledgement of the dedication required to be a top-tier sushiya I feel lucky to be among the early diners at KEN (I've seen this story before) and look forward to seeing how far he goes. Thank you again Ken for a wonderful meal! KEN Omakase $175 ~ First Bite / 3 Types of Sashimi: Hotate, Sawara, Akami, Baby firefly squid / 5 kinds of sushi: Chutoro Zuke, Aji / Kinmedai, Issaki, Toro aged 2 wks / Steamed Dish / 3 kinds of sushi: Kassugi Dai / Shima Aji / Bafun Uni / handroll / Kamameshi / Sweets KEN (San Francisco, CA) KEN accepts credit cards including American Express and is indoor dining only with reservations on RESY read more

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Good food very good food the best it was great how much more can I say great all around

Just realized i forgot to review ken! Came a year ago for my birthday and its was spectacular! delicious food and super friendly chefs. the pictures will speak for themselves. AMAZING! read more

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It was such a wonderful experience at the KEN last night. Absolutely love it. It is a small restaurant with 6 to 7 bar seats right now. Cozy and very comfortable setting. We started with Sashimi plate. Four different ingredients with a little bit add on essences made this dish so enjoyable. Followed are my favorite sushi pieces. Right amount of the rice and super fresh fish, those two simple ingredients through master chef Ken's magic hands become a piece of art and it is so delicious. One bite one pleasure. I just wish that this amazing taste can stay in my mouth a little bit longer. The owner, Ken, is the sushi chef who previously worked at Kusakabe. He does not like most high end sushi restaurant chefs who only focus on their work and didn't connect to their customers much. He engaged in conversations with us often. He talked about the food he prepared. I learned a lot from him. He made this dining experience more enjoyable and interesting. Highly recommended. A must try place for Sushi lovers. read more

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I got this for take out as I wasn't sure how busy it'd be and live close by. I ordered the kani hako sushi and omakase. The omakase was perfect and every bite was so buttery, melt in your mouth, amazing. The sushi was unique and also delicious. The texture and flavor of the rice was perfect and loved the uni on top. Everything tasted so decadent and I can't wait to try more items or come in to eat. Ordering online was easy and food was ready. Very friendly and inside of the restaurant looked nice. I'd recommend trying Ken even if it's takeout like me! read more

KEN - Kani Hako Sushi and Omakase - Japanese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Got takeout from Ken and were very impressed. We got the sashimi omakase, chirashi zushi, and masu ikura don. Chef Ken worked his magic by pairing fresh fish with delectable seasonal veggies and palette cleaners. Our favorites were the sushi omakase and the chirashi zushi. Each piece of fish had its own uniqueness to it. Loved the shiso leaves and other garnishes on top of the fish. Also liked the smokiness of the ikura. We placed our order through the app and it was super easy. The restaurant entrance was bit hard to find as it was a wooden door next to the heart mural. read more

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This omakase spot is so intimate it only seats 6 people! Chef Ken hails from Michelin starred sushi restaurants and has brought his expertise over to open Ken. It feels like you're dining at a friend's home, watching him work his magic while conversing about life. I highly recommend this spot for your next date night or special occasion! read more

KEN - IG: @sherryeatworld - Japanese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Dining at Ken was such a delightful experience all around. The space is small and inconspicuous from the outside; doors open to reveal a minimalist interior with just a six person counter, which means every seat is the best seat in the house. All diners have a clear view of the chef creating each course before he places it directly onto your plate. Chef Ken is personable and the friendly banter made the meal even more enjoyable. The omakase started with a cold dish (dashi tomato) and sashimi, and then moved to several pieces of nigiri. There were also a couple of warm dishes (chawanmushi and kamameshi), a hand roll, and dessert. There was great progression and it felt like a complete meal. The fish is sourced from Tokyo and was incredibly fresh. Every course was delicious and showcased skill and creativity. Even the sushi rice featured a unique and tasty flavor profile. There is short beverage menu with sake and wine. We were happy with each of the sakes we tried, which rounded out a great meal. read more

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Ken is wonderful in many ways; the service is fantastic, food is outstanding throughout. The ambiance is friendly and truly authentic Japanese - just 6 at the counter, and everything was perfect, freshness of the fish , presentations. I could feel Ken-san's love of food... read more

Very pleased to have spent our Christmas eve dinner here. We'd done takeout during the pandemic which was excellent and were excited to dine in. 6 seats omakase only and you get to chat with Ken the whole time. Was a nice fun experience and every piece was meticulously prepared. Homemade Umeshu was very good. read more

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We dined at Ken tonight and I couldn't wait to get home to write this review! The entire experience was incredible. The restaurant is currently one seating per night with 6 guests at the bar. Chef Ken has a wonderful personality and is great at his craft, each dish was uniquely thoughtful. Hands down one of the best newer restaurants in SF and definitely worth checking out - reservations fill up quickly (no surprise) so if you see an opening, book it! I am usually picky with sushi but everything was so fresh, there wasn't a part of the night I didn't enjoy. We loved how Chef Ken incorporated warm dishes into the progression, the custard was amazing. The garnishes on each nigiri each added a nice touch, every piece was unique. You can tell the time and effort that went into this menu - we will definitely be back. read more

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The BEST sushi takeout ever. I've gone through my fair share of sushi takeout this pandemic, and Ken really shines through! First off, he was a chef at one of my favorite sushi restaurants Kusakabe, and second, the sushi is AMAZING - super fresh, tastefully presented, and affordable price point. We ordered the Kani Hako sushi, nigiri omakase, and sashimi omakase and all were delicious. Definitely one of those places where you can order anything and it'll still be good! Try it, you won't regret it! Things to note: Ken is only open thurs-sun for pickup between 530-7pm. Same day orders must be placed by 1pm! read more

KEN - Kano Hako sushi, nigiri omakase, sashimi omakase - Japanese Near Me - San Francisco, California

KEN is amazing! The experience is top notch and the fish is delicious. Every meal I've had has been really memorable. My favorite is to conclude the meal with house made umeshu. KEN tests around with different liquors so that's always interesting. You're in for a great night and meal here :)) read more

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SO DELICIOUS!!! SO FRESH!!! found that Chef Ken was starting his own restaurant and immediately headed to his Instagram to look for ways to put in an order asap. He posts his order schedule there so make sure to follow him @chef_ken.sf to see the menu / how to order! We got two omakase sets and it was one of the best sushi takeouts we have gotten during the pandemic. Everything is of such high quality and we thoroughly enjoyed our meals. Our favorites were definitely the torched tuna and the toro. DON'T HESITATE!! JUST PUT IN YOUR ORDER!!!! You won't regret it :) P.S. Shout out to sf sushi connoisseur Mario for recommending this place!!! I loved it read more

KEN - Japanese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Ken is the ultimate omakase experience. With just 7 seats, one enters and will immediately feel special. Ken is gracious and so welcoming, sweetly beaming as he shares details about each dish as he presents to you. The entire evening was exquisite - tastes we have never experienced before in a beautiful serene and modern atmosphere. We highly recommend Ken and cannot wait to return. read more

Amazing food. Chef is very creative. So fresh and delicious! Chef is very friendly. Highly recommend!

Fantastic sushi. After I dined at Kusakabe, I noticed on their Instagram page that they were promoting Ken's new business since he used to work as a sushi chef there. After following his Instagram page, I snagged his to-go omakase boxes and they were DELICIOUS. While I believe the sushi is pre-seasoned, he also includes a delicious soy sauce spritzer - a few sprays of the soy sauce on the nigiri made it even better! I honestly can't wait until his sushi restaurant is open for indoor or outdoor dining. We'll be the first to be there! My only suggestion to Ken would be to invest in a printout of the sushi pieces for the omakase boxes! read more

KEN - Japanese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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quality food with no frill. great conversation with head chef, and ambiance is understated but nice. we loved it. will be back again!

Great dining experience with Ken. Octopus from the sashimi, shima aji, kinmedai, and ayu were unforgettable. read more

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Really amazing omakase in the city! Chef Ken was engaging, informative, and very gracious. All of the dishes served were fantastic and high quality. The chef really wanted to make sure we got a variety of flavors and he explained how he prepped the fish and ingredients he used to achieve unique tastes in each of his dish. The space is clean and intimate, it really made me miss Japan. Very underrated spot in the city and I hope that Ken continues to do well. read more

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Two years after discovering their takeout, I was lucky enough to try the dine-in omakase experience at Ken. The place is tiny and seats only 6 people a night so it feels like you're eating in a friend's kitchen. Chef Ken (formerly at Kusakabe) is humble, personable, and fun and chatted with us the whole evening as they prepared each dish. I was amazed at how much thought and care went into every bite. Even a simple tomato slice is transformed into a magical parcel of flavor. Everything about the evening - the food, the simple and minimalist decor, the casual banter, the quiet Studio Ghibli jazz music playing in the background - comes together to create a mood that is quite subliminal but fundamentally alters your emotional state and transports you to another place and time. Only when you emerge from the unmarked door back onto the street at the end of the meal does that impact hit you. Dining at Ken is truly an unforgettable experience, one of the best meals I've ever had and possibly will ever have. read more

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A wonderfully intimate omakase experience. I came by for dinner on Sunday, after luckily snagging reservations. For some reason, the seats are available on RESY starting around 11:30pm, so I missed getting a spot for Saturday. Anyways, parking in that area wasn't too difficult. The interior has 7 seats at the bar. Some people came a bit late (20-30 mins) so Chef Ken started serving the first dishes. He only has one other person helping him, so the service isn't as polished compared to other restaurants, but there are no issues; my water glass was always filled. The food here is delicious! Ken described how most of his sashimi is aged, and the texture is amazing. So many pieces melt in your mouth. You can definitely taste the quality. The rice is also delicious, he serves it slightly warm but it's the perfect ratio of fish to rice and the rice is well seasoned. The toro was one of the best I've ever had. Ken is also really personable, our group was pretty quiet but he got us all laughing. It felt like eating omakase at a friend's house, which is really unique compared to the other experiences I've had. He also has a nice selection of sake, and gives great recommendations. His restaurant is still fairly new, so I am excited to see how the menu and dishes develop over time. Overall, the omakase here is amazing, and Ken is a great guy. I would highly recommend. read more

Just wow. Extremely intimate space- there were just seven seats when I went. Ken is an absolute delight, and the food was amazing. He only has a few rules: - once he drops the food, eat it immediately - do not pick apart the food, and eat it in one bite. read more