Amazing food and great service ! It was my first time and I will definitely be coming back read more

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Yoshitomo remains my top sushi spot in Omaha. It never fails to impress! We sat at the bar this time to see some prep in action. The chefs have their process perfected, and it made dinner more interesting. The food of course was top notch. The fish was the best quality and the new dishes on the menu were delicious. Favorites remain Hama toast and wagyu beef nigiri. Anything with scallops is always my favorite as well. It was crowded on a weekday but service was still excellent. This remains a chill spot for a date night or small intimate group dinner. read more

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Yoshitomo is a FANTAASTIC eatery in the Omaha area that I'd recommend to locals, tourists, or anyone just passing through looking for one of the best places to eat in Omaha. We've dined there a few times, and each and every time. They have hit it out of the park in terms of quality, service, and ambiance. The interior is not too fussy or fancy, so don't come here in your Sunday's best if you don't want to. They focus on the food way more than the pomp and circumstance. Now that's not to say your meal will not be top notch. The chef and owner has been nominated (and been a semifinalist) for a James Beard award. The restaurant or chef will win one someday, for sure. Is it an inexpensive place to eat all the time? Not so much - but they do have a happy hour most days during normal happy hour times, and then all day on Sunday. So if you're price shy to try it for the first time, go during one of these happy hour times and try a few tings to get your feet wet before going back for the full experience. Onto the food I keep hyping up! We have always done the a la carte menu so we can choose a few things. But one of these days we will go to try the omakase and let the chef's vision be our menu. Hama Toast is one of our faves. Yellowtail tuna and brown butter on a nice piece of sourdough. It literally melts in your mouth! The Aburi Wagyu is another go-to, topped with uni butter and a nice soy. Another delicate plate of a few bites that will feel filling, but actually be very light. We also love the Osaka roll, which has shrimp tempura, crab flakes, and kewpie mayo - yum! And the last smaller plate we love is the Abura Miso, which is tender pork belly wrapped in nori, atop a miso paste for a full flavor explosion in just a few bites. Even their Caesar salad is impressive. Perfectly dressed and gigantic - it could be a meal in itself, if you're looking for something lighter when you visit, and like salads as your entree. For our entrees though, two of our favorites have been the Kani Miso (super delicious snow crab and roe over a flavorful sushi rice) and the KC Kama, which is a perfectly smoked yellowtail basted in BBQ, over a dill cream with potato salad (which doesn't sound like it would all work together but it DOES). These are just our favorites that we return to again and again between all the different things we've tried - but you can't go wrong with ANYTHING at Yoshitomo. With the awesome food, very cool/minamilist ambiance, and great service to boot, you will have a great experience - I guarantee it! read more

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I love this restaurant. You'll spend quite a bit but it serves some of the most creative food in Omaha. Most of it lands, too. I started with the egg (something of their signature dish). It has surprising flavors but is at its core a deviled egg on potato salad. I loved it. We shared five rolls. A lot of fun, I'd recommend them all except the truly mediocre Khaleesi, which is topped with Sun-dried tomatoes. I hated the texture and it was overbearing. There is a torched-beef bite that was to die for. The rolls are very heavy on sauce, so if simple fish, rice, and seaweed is your thing, this might not be the place for you. Service was excellent though. We were helped easily through the menu. And the reverse osmosis water was super refreshing. read more

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Two days later of craving more, I must add a few newbies for me. Darcy & Kelly were great! Fukui Vodka Cucumber Drink 5 Star so refreshing! I had two! Sakeviche 5 Star - the Tonburi or Caviar of the land is a must for my pantry now. Loved Darcy's recommendation on this! Khaleesi 2/5 - I thought the sundried tomato would be more sweet, but it was more of a paste & have me immediate heartburn. Megami 5 Star & a total palette cleanser to me! I'd order this first to eat between bites & entrees. It was fresh & wonderful! Kobayashi Maru 2/5 - very plain, nothing really standout for me. I also ordered my favs from last time & know next time what to start with & try the rest of the magnificent menu. For the experience, I did the cereal milk & dole pineapple ice cream. Very cute accompaniments. Side point, they have to get the reservations for sushi bar situated or have the bar be a first come, first serve missing out on customers due to no-show bookings just FYI. read more

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Wow! We are so lucky to have this gem of a restaurant in Omaha! We love the bar seating to see the sushi chefs working to make each dish a delight! The staff is attentive and welcoming. Beyond the presentation is the flavor of each dish - it's like a Japanese flavor safari. The quality of the fish is beyond comparison - the color, texture and flavor is something to experience. I learned they dry age 75% of the fish to optimize the texture (you can see the coolers in the front). They also make all their wasabi fresh. Looking forward to making another visit soon! read more

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Who knew??? Omaha has the most amazing sushi spot in the U.S. ! If seeking the perfect combination of flavor, presentation and freshness run to this spot!!! read more

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A visit on Christmas Eve. Always great service. Sushi chef recognized me and checked on my service. Plates: Saigon makimono and Abura Miso. My favourite was the Abura Miso. Also known as andansu in Okinawan, is a savory, slightly sweet, and versatile Okinawan condiment made by simmering miso paste with pork belly and seasonings. I highly recommend.. also a nice meal on occasion. Beer is too expensive :( read more

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I think if I reviewed everything away then this review would be way too long to write. We were celebrating and decided to head to Yoshitomo. We made a reservation on their website since it was a weekend which was really easy to do and the hostess sat us right away. We started with some wine and they had an impressive selection of well curated wines. No mass produce labels on this menu. The prices were also reasonable for dine-in. We started with the Oni egg and some edamame. You might think that an egg sounds so simple but the amount of effort and care that it takes to make this one egg dish is so impressive and it's worth every penny. Imagine eating a devil egg but that deviled egg was crafted by an angel in heaven and sent down to you on a little floating cloud. That good. Another highlight was the Hama toast. My husband is a sourdough connoisseur, and he was impressed by the sourdough pieces that came under this really light and tender piece of yellowtail. Then we got a bunch of rolls for the table, and every single role was completely different and unique in its own way! My favorite was probably the Simba, which was slightly smoky from the salmon, but had a good crunch in it from the crab and cucumber. The most interesting role we got was the rodeo which tasted exactly like a hamburger but in a sushi roll form. So unique and fun! Throughout the night, our server was incredible. She was really attentive and made really great recommendations. When she wasn't serving us directly, there were a number of other staff checking in on us bringing us our food bringing us our water, and it felt like you were really taking care of. We can't wait to head back to yoshitomo soon! read more

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I've been wanting to go to Yoshitomo since they opened years ago. I don't normally go out for my birthday but I decided to this year, (it was last week). So I made reservations for a Wednesday and my brother in law and I went for some of the best sushi in the country. I made the reservation for the sushi bar, which is great for a first timer as you can see the talented chefs cut, slice, dice and make your dishes and everyone else's as well. After we walked in, which was right when they opened because I don't mess around, we were shown to our seats at the bar. Aesthetically, this place looks so nice, especially with the warmth of the wood on the tables catching your eye immediately upon walking in. Throughout the night, (we were there for about 2.5 hours), we ordered many small bites, sashimi, and a couple Chef's choice plates of sushi. Every......single......bite was amazing. I've eaten a lot of sushi in my time and this place is by far the best. The care they put into every thing they construct is amazing. And of course I got a few bottles of sake throughout my meal, which were all great as well. I want to go back.......like right now. I can't afford to go all out like I did my first time but I'm dang sure that I'm going to eat some amazing sushi no matter what. I'm waiting for a spot to open up for David's Omakase, but those spots are always booked. Fingers crossed! read more

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The hostess was very kind as I walked in. Ambiance was nice but simple. It was interesting watching the sushi being made while sitting at the bar. I looked at yelp to decide what to order so that had me landing on the Hama toast and the simba roll.I felt like my roll was heavy on the spicey mayo so I just scraped it off, no big deal. They have this Hama toast that is Sourdough bread and it tastes like grilled cheese and sushi. I could've had a huge amount of it because was so good and unique. I let the server know I was driving to go to a concert so that had me in and out as fast as I would like. read more

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As I've stated before, this is the best sushi in the Midwest!!! Hands down the best service, the best food, the best drink list! The best chefs and the best space, this is where you go when you want to feel like you stepped into a food magazine! read more

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I still cannot believe that this restaurant is located in Omaha, Nebraska. The whole vibe of the restaurant makes me feel like I'm in LA or New York. The menu had such a wide variety for all taste buds - even if you aren't a fan of fish. Our waiter was very attentive and made sure to take our allergies and explained the menu really well. Everything we had there was SO well-made and you can taste the quality of the ingredients in the food. I ordered the abura miso and the taita roll - both were so delicious and I was so sad when I finished the food. It's by far one of the best sushi restaurants I've had. read more

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By far the best sushi place in Omaha! Is not even close. Everything is amazing, from the service to the experience and specially the food. It is all excellent! I've been here quite a few times and I have not had a bad experience. The sushi is great but what I they have a devil egg that is so good!! I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for great sushi. read more

It's hard to think of something unique or fresh to say about such a notable establishment. I'll simply say that my wife and I sat at the bar and were in awe of the work that went into our meals. Everything was superb. And the music playing was must have been from a turn of the century Omaha indie emo playlist. So good. read more

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The food was decent but didn't find it to be anything special. Felt like they were trying to create an elevated experience but it fell short. The Hama toast is popular but the bread was so thick it was hard to taste the fish on top. The scallop dish was probably the best plate we tried. read more

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I went here to celebrate my birthday and was very impressed. This is a very unassuming, yet sophisticated place for sushi and other unique creations. The prices are really not that bad for the upscale food and ambience. The staff is very friendly and even gave me a little surprise treat for my birthday. Our favorites on the menu include Hama Toast, Simba sushi roll, and Oni Egg. We will definitely come back! read more

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I've tried sushi from as far east as New York and as far west as California. Nothing I've tried has compared to yoshitomo. The bites and plates are stellar. In particular, the hamapon and foienagi are enriched with a multitude of flavors that work perfectly. Such a hidden gem in Omaha! I'd come back just for the hamapon! read more

I've heard and read reviews about this amazing sushi restaurant in Omaha that just this week was nominated for a James Beard Award! After trying so many items from their menu I can see how they were nominated! It's primarily reservation only because it's so hard to get in. The one thing I was so excited to try because no sushi restaurant in my hometown (Tulsa) has this and I haven't found any other place in Omaha that has this is Toro nigiri. Fatty tuna that melts in your mouth. I loved the fatty tuna and could eat so many of them if I could! The other dish that I am still thinking about is the Hamapon. The yellowtail was so tender but the crab butter ponzu was *chefs kiss* so amazing! I could drink it if it wasn't frowned upon LOL The star of the show was the hama toast. Omg so amazing! I could eat a whole plate filled with those too! It was so savory but flavorful! Our server was knowledgeable about every dish. Inside the restaurant is dark, cozy and looks kind of like your on a fishing boat with all the dark wood. For being in Omaha, the fish was so fresh and everything was so incredible. We spent a little over $200 but I had to try an assortment of dishes and I'm so glad we did! read more

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My cousin is a chef and this place came highly recommended and did not disappoint. This is definitely the best sushi restaurant that I have been to in Omaha and I would for sure return during my next visit. It definitely gives a more upscale vibe and was overall a very pleasant experience if you enjoy sushi. There were a few items that I didn't care for personally but the standout dishes were on point. The must tries: Aburi wagyu - if you're into wagyu, you'll enjoy Truffle scallop - delicious Oni egg - one is not enough Hamapon - Wow! Super fresh and if you love yellowtail, this is a must order Kani Miso - snowcrab, crab fat, sushi rice, panko, ikura - This was so flavorful and delicious. read more

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Yoshitomo is such an innovative sushi restaurant and I continue to enjoy coming here. The waitstaff are kind and helpful with regards to menu guidance and the ambiance of the restaurant is quaint but upbeat at the same time. I really enjoyed everything we got besides the sushi rolls - I think the rolls were too far out there in terms of blending flavor profiles that I enjoyed the other dishes more. My new favorites have to be the Jamachi and the Hamapon. Looking forward to my next trip! read more

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We ordered the khaleesi, rangucci, Saigon, simba, oni egg (salad), and kani miso for my birthday tonight! Everything was INCREDIBLE. I was sad the seaweed salad was taken off the menu, but I think the oni egg was somehow even better. We had Lendong as our server, and she was so sweet and accommodating. Lovely place, great for special occasions. read more

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We booked the Kanji counter and everything was phenomenal. The service was wonderful, the chefs were not only amazing but so personable and fun. It is pricey but worth every single cent. read more

Incredible restaurant in the heart of Benson. The atmosphere is very warm, cozy, and just the right size on the smaller side. The chef makes incredible food and it's reflected in the happiness of the servers. Ours was very excited to go over the menu and discuss options, as it was my wife an I's first time there. Every recommendation was on point, and they seem very proud of it. I made reservations for 6pm on a Friday, but there were still a couple of tables and sushi bar spots open. I would recommend this to anyone who enjoys sushi and a fine dining experience. read more

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I was excited to try this place because of the raving reviews, but the food was ok and the experience was underwhelming. I feel like it's not worth the price I am paying for. I found some nigiri pieces, like salmon and hamachi, were pretty flavorless, and some pieces like ikura were extremely salty. I also think hama toast had a weird flavor combination. Some people seem to like it but it was just not for me. However, uni and amaebi were delicious. read more

Went to yoshitomo for the first time on my birthday! Our server was so sweet! Talked us through the menu and even treated us to a birthday nigiri the yaki gindara. The flavor was incredible and the nigiri melted in your mouth, must try! We also tried the oysters, scallops and some rolls. Oysters and scallops were very intricate with flavor but blended so well together! The sushi rolls were amazing as well! Our drinks were fabulous. The gin and ube drink tasted almost like cereal milk, so yummy! The tequila and yuzu one was almost like a Paloma, super tasty as well! Will definitely be coming back to try more! read more

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Decided to try Yoshitomo after trying Kaiyo Sushi their sister restaurant and was delighted with both! There were so many things on the menu to try from and I enjoyed everything I tried. Location: Located in Benson, but once stepping inside it was quiet for a Friday night despite full tables and group diners. Server: Our server was amazing! Checked in on us frequently enough and made sure our drinks were perfect. We tried a few recommendations from him and they were all so good! Food: The sushi was fresh and buttery and looked so good! I really enjoyed the uni and the deviled eggs. We also had the Kani Miso and there was a great amount of crab in there. It was all so delicious! Will definitely be back. read more

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If I could, I would eat here for breakfast lunch and dinner 7 days a week. Sushi for breakfast? Sign me up! In all seriousness Yoshitomo is AMAZING. We have been here a few times, and each time continues to leave me wondering why we don't return more often. As soon as you walk in you are met with a dark, moody, fish cabin-y ambiance. The lights are low and you can see fresh fish everywhere. Despite being a smaller space, the tables are not crowded. They have an open cooking and prep space where you can watch the amazing skill and precision that Itamae posses! It is so cool to watch them in their flow, creating beautiful dishes. Food- the most important thing. 10/10, could not rave more. The menu is designed to to small tastings which allows you to try multiple different dishes without leaving 20 pounds heavier. We tried around 10 dishes-let me tell you there is not one that I didn't like. My favorite was the scallops. They were SO tender and sprinkled with a little bit of truffle salt that was absolutely delightful! It is slightly pricey, but definitely worth it. Highly, highly recommend! read more

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Holy Bejeezballs. No wonder this place got New York Times recognition its got NY Times flavor and quality. Every bite was an adventure and quite frankly addicting. I am not a renowned sushi eater but my palate is now enlightened. It is such a hidden quaint restaurant that transports you to a fine but cozy dining atmosphere. I'm out of words quite frankly my mouth is still tingling with flavor, highly recommend if you're in need of a tasty experience! read more

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Great experience. Every menu item is paired perfectly for the optimum tasting experience. The Eel and Duck liver with the tart cherry was my favorite by far! Give them a try... you won't be disappointed. I went to their website, set a reservation, seated promptly and Brandt was an excellent server. The food came out fresh and in a timely manner. read more

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The flavors are complex, deep, and all around the best from any sushi restaurant we have been too. You will not be disappointed. One of the highest rated sushi joints in Omaha. Because it was chilli outside, started with an 8oz hot bottle of Noble Crane Sake. It was slightly sweet and totally delicious. Our first dish was Kaki, which is an oyster with green apple dashi. This alone would have us coming back. 5* Next came the Truffle Scallop, this was a party in my mouth! 4* The smoked Hotate was so good as well. We really liked the flavors. But will probably pass on anything smoked. 3* The Kani Miso plate is my favorite dish from here. Crab, Ikura, Fried Rice, and Panko for a nice semi crunch texture. Love, love, love this! 5* Go-San is our favorite Makimono. Spicy Crab, Tuna, Yellowtail, Jalapeño, Cilantro, & Tosazu. A little spicy the way we like it. 5* Last was Gojira, which means Godzilla in Japanese. Is Shrimp Tempura, Spicy Tuna, Crab Jalapeño, Citrus Soy, and Sriracha. 4* read more

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One of the top sushi experiences in the world is located right here in Omaha. This night mid week, I ran some errands and did not feel like cooking, and I happen to get one of the rare parking spots in the Benson area, and Yoshitomo seemed like the right place to have dinner. I sat at the sushi bar and ordered omakase - chef's choice. . For the nigiri style sushi comes with a ball of rice with a piece of meat, fish, veggie, fruit, food item draped on top. I really like the rice here. Each grain is tender with a little bit of chew to it. The rice ball is formed within the hands of the sushi chefs, and pressed together to an extent that the rice sticks together yet has a light airy-ness that allows for the rice to almost melt in your mouth. The sushi rice here is the best sushi rice in Omaha. . The Iowa raised Wagyu flame seared beef sushi with uni butter was one of the best Wagyu beef bites to be had. The young lady behind the sushi bar knows her way with a blow torch and expertly seared the beef. The beef was served nigiri style with the melt in your mouth rice ball. . Other nigiri I got to try included toro tuna, salmon, squid, yellowtail, and scallop. All of these nigiri had a little extra house made sauce that gave a deliciousness that was unexpected. . Other dishes included baby octopus with a fusion of spicy chilis, lime and guacamole . The fusion of the guacamole as part of the Japanese forward menu is an excellent marriage of flavors. . I will like to go back for omakase again and try more various flavors. . Pro tip: this is a small restaurant which will take someday reservations. While I was parked during my errands, I reserved a seat for 30 min later. I finished my errands, got to Yoshitomo about 5 minutes early, and my seat was ready and I didn't have to wait. The restaurant was pretty much full at 7:30 pm midweek, so making that reservation will let you know if you are in. read more

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The best sushi I've had EVER and can't believe it's in Omaha. Everything was amazing, so I couldn't pick a favorite , but it was unbelievable. A MUST is the Hama toast. It was so good we ordered one for dessert you will thank me later. Service was just as good as the meal. The waitress was very friendly and went over the menu with us since we never been before. Ambiance : the restaurant is pretty small, but very clean and loved the colors they chose. It made the restaurant feel very current and set the mood for our meal. Reservations are a must and I would suggest booking weeks out in advance for a table. read more

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I was passing through on the way to Eppley; my wife thought we should try sushi in Omaha. She chose Yoshitomo. The neighborhood has a hipster vibe. The restaurant has a really great atmosphere (perhaps a bit dark) and the service was adequate for a Sunday lunch crowd. Unfortunately, the sushi was subpar (based on California standards). Since I can't compare it to other sushi bars in Omaha, it may be a bit unfair to even review it. Sorry... not sorry. read more

Came here for the Omakase experience. This is a special dinner you have to pay ahead for and there are limited seats (about 8) per dinner. In my opinion you can't be picky about sushi because chef picks everything they serve you and you don't know what they're going to serve you ahead of time. This is a very individual unique experience that I would suggest to the true foodie. Since there's only 8 people and you sit at the sushi bar, the staff is so very attentive and you can really ask all the questions about anything. I would definitely go back and I know people who have gone back many times and Chef always does something a little different. read more

One of our most favorite date spots. Similar prices to Blue Sushi but way better imo. The vibes also gives off a more fancy, can dress up kind of ambiance. Waiter was super attentive and was very knowledgeable of the menu. Also gave great recommendations. Will 100% will be going back again and again read more

Food: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Atmosphere: 5/5 Value: 5/5 ----- Every time we are in Omaha, we make it a point to stop in here. Their dishes are creative, interesting, and delicious to boot. The quality of the fish is also excellent, and for a land locked spot in the middle of the US, beats a lot of the sushi I've eaten in the USA (and we've eaten... a lot...) Service is excellent, everyone is very friendly, and their servers are super knowledgeable about the menu. Rolls are delicious, plates are delicious, nigiri are delicious - can't go wrong. Parking is usually easy along the street. Love sitting at the sushi bar. (Short and sweet review - don't worry about reading any more, go ahead and make that res!) read more

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Let me tell you, if these peeps on this feed didn't say 5 stars - they lying. Yoshitomo is an establishment that sets the bar so high it's nearly unattainable. This place is magic. It is art. All of it was stunning - The ambiance, the sophistication, the presentation and the flavors that graced my palate nearly impossible to describe. The better the restaurant, usually the shorter my review. And it's not that I do not have things to say, but this is an experience you don't need to read about. You need to fully submerse yourself in it and forget the reviews. Make up your own mind on this one, make a reservation - you will not be disappointed. Special thanks to our server, Rain, who somehow managed to make this already top tier experience even more enjoyable. read more

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Wow, what an amazing experience. We ate at the sushi bar. Was so interesting watching the dishes being prepared. The aburi wagyu was fantastic, melts in your mouth and such complex flavors. The sushi was top notch very fresh tasting and everything was perfectly portioned that each chew brought on new taste. Can't wait to go back. Service was fantastic and a great ambiance. read more

Just as good as koji! Seemed a lot smaller on the inside though it was busy (not overwhelmingly) for a Saturday night. It wasn't too loud, wasn't too quiet, wasn't too dark but the lighting was perfect on the table itself. And I am still thinking about this food a day later as I write the review and everything else. This was the best experience and the best food. The kani miso was to die for. I think it's caviar in there and it popped in your mouth but it was amazing! There were 3 tables around us that also ordered this dish so I think it's really popular. The Hama toast really had a buttery flavor to it but it was crispy enough and paired so well with the fish on top. The jamachi was probably my least favorite if I had to choose something but perfect for a dessert dish (shoutout to rain for telling us this). The sushi rolls were both incredible, I don't even have a favorite. The pork belly melted in your mouth, I loved everything it was paired with. I mean this chef...no wonder there's nominations for him out there. And I'd be remiss to not say how AMAZING Rain was as our server. She was attentive, fun, and so knowledgeable, sent us complimentary items, and just a blast to have. You have to ask for her! She really made our experience!! read more

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