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

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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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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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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My husband and I and some friends got to eat at Yoshitomo and honestly the experience couldn't really be compared to any other. With each bite, we questioned the legitimacy of the same named dishes that we've had in the past in other sushi restaurants. We really don't think we've had sushi until tonight. Each plate was carefully crafted and truly made with the freshest ingredients. Everything we ate, we had to close our eyes and take a moment to take in the explosion of flavor and perfection. We had the best potato and seaweed salad and deviled eggs we've ever had. The meat was so tender and the fish was so fresh and delicious we actually forgot we were in omaha. This restaurant truly deserves all the accolades it has received and more. Further complemented by its excellent service. We Yoshitomo! 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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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

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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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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We had a very nice meal here last night with my aunt and uncle. My uncle is the kind of person who prefers cooked shrimp nigiri and nothing else. He was bummed because the menu only had amaebi nigiri, which is raw. The server, Chima, kindly marked the entire menu next to the cooked items, which was above and beyond. Eric R. ordered hot matcha tea, and my aunt and I both got topo chico. The food comes out as it is ready, so it was very sporadic and random. I ordered: Yaki gindara (torched sablefish with yuzu miso) Hama toast (sourdough dipped in brown butter tamari topped with chopped hamachi and chives) Madai nigiri Saba nigiri Chawanmushi (chilled egg custard with pistachio and salmon skin) Toro nigiri Barracuda nigiri Japanese uni (special) gunkan Eric R. also shared his seaweed salad (not artificial looking like most places), king salmon nigiri and hamachi nigiri plus the taita roll (yellowtail, whitefish, cilantro, avocado, shallot with leche de tigre) with me. My aunt ordered the oni egg (deviled egg with mentaiko and ikura on potato-cucumber salad) and let me and Eric have some. It was tasty and salty. Eric R. and my uncle both ordered the bariniku (72 hour wagyu shortrib nigiri). My uncle liked it so much he got a second order of it. My uncle also got the kumo (soft shell crab) and rangucci (crab rangoon inspired) maki. My aunt tried the kobayashi and Osaka rolls. She prefered the kobayashi (smoked salmon outside, shrimp tempura and broccolini inside) to the Osaka which had a lot of kewpie mayo on it. Overall, service was outstanding (lots of cold water and tea refills, great recommendations, quick clean up of empty plates). We enjoyed the ambiance and food, and everyone would return, even my uncle who does not like raw fish! Itadakimasu! read more

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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

Fantastic experience tonight for a special going away dinner. We were seated off of the main dining area in a nice more intimate area that fit our group nicely. Our server Bri was amazing and informative. Everything from the Kaki, various bites(Hama Toast was the favorite), and rolls we had were delicious with beautiful presentation. 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

We had a lovely experience at Yoshitomo recently for a double date. On their website and when you make a reservation, it's very clearly labeled that it's a slower dining experience and things are ready as they're ready. I think they did a nice job of communicating that ahead of time, as well as to our server. I like places that make their concepts very clear so you know what to expect. I liked the variety of the menu from the bites to the shared plates, and then the rolls. There are two dishes that feature Wagyu beef that are both two bites. We ordered both of them, and honestly had a hard time distinguishing between them. They both tasted great , but were extremely similar. I don't think we had a bad bite of food all night. We ordered a variety of things across the menu categories. One of my favorites was the Saigon maki roll, which is a roll inspired with thai flavors. Honestly, they had me at nuoc mam! Our server said that the chef prepares everything the way, it's meant to be eaten, which is why they don't give you any soy sauce, pickled ginger, wasabi, etc. on the side. I do have to say I miss the soy sauce a little bit. On a final note, our service was phenomenal. Unfortunately, I feel like the pandemic really changed the customer service world, and my expectations are much lower than they used to be. But our server was attentive, friendly, and extremely knowledgeable about the menu. It was noticed. read more

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I have had this place on my list for a while, and finally pulled the trigger on going in for lunch. I ordered sake, their version of the deviled egg, and various pieces of nigiri. The cloudy sake was delicious and I ended up getting a couple of carafes. That was just the start of what ended up being an amazing experience. I started with the deviled egg, which I am very particular about. The chefs informed me that what is normally considered a simple dish contained over two dozen ingredients. Whatever they did to make this creation worked, and it was AMAZING. Easily not just the best deviled egg I've had, but best egg in general. After this, I was introduced to the various pieces of nigiri I had ordered. Every. Single. Bite. Was fresh and delicious. Some of the best sushi I have had, and I was definitely not expecting to have that in Omaha. The restaurant itself has a very beautifully modern look and is perfect for date nights or gatherings with friends. You can see the professionalism of the staff at work in real time. They clearly communicate with one another when maneuvering around the kitchen area. I asked about the head chef's other dining experience, Ota, and was sad to learn they book 2 months out. Hopefully I will be able to make a trip back to experience that in the future! All in all, this place is worth going to and splurging because you will not get this quality anywhere else in Omaha. This brought a new meaning to a 5 star experience. 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

A group of 6 of us had the best dinner tonight at Yoshitomo!! First of all our sweet waitress Corrine set the tone. She led us through the menu suggesting her favorites which couldn't have been more perfect! We loved every single bite! The sauces were so good she brought us extra rice to savor every last drop! I almost hate to keep raving on the service and quality of food because it's already hard to get a reservation. it's a must do! it's a for sure a top 3 favorite place to dine in Omaha! read more

Mind blowing. This sat at the sushi bar and the chef described what I was eating. I'm a sushi junkie (even carry my own chopsticks). Amazing presentation. Phenomenal flavors. Just an incredible experience. read more

Yoshitomo was such a fun experience. While I have always been a little nervous to go because I am a pretty standard "California roll" sushi person. I went in with an open mind and was thoroughly impressed. I really enjoy the set up of being able to choose many different dishes. My dining guest, and I had some things from the "Bites" section of the menu, as well as the "Makimono" section of the menu. Our favorites were the hama toast which had great flavor and balance. Abura Miso which had great smokiness from the pork belly and perfect crunch from the seaweed. And then the Rangucci role as apparent by the only roll remaining! I'm already thinking about the next time that I return and I'm also excited to try Koji as sister restaurant as well. read more

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Great sushi! I definitely have a new favorite place. Our service was great, the waiter was very knowledgeable. He suggested the Rodeo - said it tastes like a cheeseburger and he was not kidding. My sister loved it. I also got an oyster that was delicious. The pork belly roll, could've had 30 of them. So good! Can't wait to come back! 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

The best! Thank you Joe for being such a great server. We got so many things, I wish my stomach was bigger so we couldve gotten more. The oyster was amazing- never had oyster with green apple flavor on it! HAma toast is wonderful- definitely recommend! We split three rolls and one stood out to us the most- the osaka roll. This was so good! We also got the royale and the go-san. Both of these were also great but the osaka definitely was our favorite. I cant wait to come back! read more

We loved our experience here! I can here with a grip of 4 of us. the vibe is chic and modern yet intimate. We ordered and shared a seaweed salad, a small plate and a few maki rolls and every single bite was incredible. Each dish was bursting with flavors that were unique yet very palatable. The dishes here are creative masterpieces that perfectly combine both flavor and texture in each dish that leave you desiring jut a few more bites. Our food did take longer than typical sushi restaurants but the servers were kind and attentive and it was full for a weekday evening. This is a great girls night or date night spot and I so look forward to going back and trying many more dishes. read more

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Probably Omaha's best restaurant. Inventive, professional, absolutely delicious. A feast for the eyes and the palette. If you're lucky enough to get a table, you'll have a special and memorable night! read more

What a treat! We are visiting from Los Angeles and our hotel recommended this place for sashimi/sushi! Well let me tell you this place would kill it in Los Angeles, everything was perfect! What a treat. If you live anywhere close, you must eat at Yoshitomo! read more

This place was very disappointing with the food and extremely expensive. My expectations were very high once I heard about the famous/well-known chef who manages this place. The food was not tasty and I tried a few plates including appetizers. I'm a sushi snob and I was so disappointed Service is great and the ambiance is ok. I sat at the bar and I heard the worker's drama. I was expecting for this place to be more professional. read more

ONE OF THE BEST SUSHI PLACES I HAVE EVER HAD IN MY LIFE. Surprising huh? Who knew this land-locked city would have one of the best sushi places. Our waitress explained to us that their fish is imported directly from Japan 3-4 times a week and are dry aged. No wonder why the fish is delicious!! Not only that, but you cannot beat their price points! An omakase experience like this would be well over a couple hundred dollars in LA or NY but it was less than $45 for us (including tip). You might as well order the whole menu since it is fairly inexpensive for sushi standards. My friend and I decided to try the aburi wagyu ($12.5), yaki gindara ($8.5), and simba roll ($12) and all of them were soooo good. The yaki gindara was our personal favorite. The sablefish melted perfectly in our mouths. And the aburi wagyu was smoked and cooked perfectly. If I lived near here I would be coming every day! Our server Cima was extremely helpful in helping us decide what to order. She was very knowledgeable and had great service! read more

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Absolutely love this place. No other sushi place compares. I have traveled to many places in the USA and I always find myself comparing them to Yoshitomo and they fall short by a landslide. We've abandoned all other sushi restaurants. Any time my partner and I have a special occasion it almost goes without saying that we're going to Yoshitomo. The Midwest is so blessed to have them here of all places. I have never had a plate I disliked and we have tried most if not all of the menu. I would recommend this place to anyone who is a true sushi lover. Left this same review on Google but I love this place so much I had to leave another review here. read more

These photos don't do justice. I am visiting from California, and is very amaze at how fresh the fish tasted. I was craving for sushi and came across Yoshitomo on Yelp. Figured we'll give it a try, and turned out to be the most memorable place of the entire trip. We were lucky enough to land a seat at the bar on a packed Saturday night. Little home in the wall vibe and definitely amazing chefs. We got to experience the omakase (chef's special course) since we were seated at the bar. The pics below are not all photos but some of my favorite dishes there. Definitely adding this to our Omaha trip tradition. read more

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I loved everything about this place ! The sushi was fresh and creative . I especially liked the squid with finger lime ( they look like fish row ) ! I have had Japanese food in Tokyo and Taiwan so I know good sushi . read more

Went there with a group of 5 of us. Service was excellent and prompt. The sushi was delicious and unlike your traditional rolls, we focused on some of the more non traditional items. The drinks were also very smooth. Would recommend doing drinks to complement your sushi. We had so many dishes, check out the photos for ratings read more

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I've tried almost every single sushi place in Omaha. This place is by far the best place to eat specialty sushi. If you are looking for a California roll or Las Vegas roll, then go elsewhere. This place combines unique flavors to create unique and savory sushi that isn't found at the typical sushi place. In terms of quality, the sushi rice is the perfect amount of sticky. The fish is fresh and the presentation makes every dish instagram worthy. Their bites are a must try on their menu. Highly recommend for sushi connoisseurs and lovers. read more

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Our Server Corinne was Great!. The other servers were helpful too. We had Appetizers, Salads & Rolls and they were all good. The Seaweed Salad was especially nice. Again our server Corinne helped make the meal memorable. read more

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When reviews say they had the best sushi here, then you must try. Without a doubt some of the best sushi I've had ever anywhere in the states. Creative, full of favor and super fresh, it was truly an experience. When you get serve sushi without all the traditional sides you normally get when eating sushi you know they are confident about the flavor of each bite. Even the edamame was amazing so simple but so fresh with huge sea salt flakes. This place is a must, you will not be disappointed! read more

Yoshitomo - Sushi Bars Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska