I’m a Chicago native and frequently travel between California and NYC from time to time. I love to try restaurants from different cities any chance I get.
I hadn’t seen much detailed reviews on Reddit so I figured I’d leave on after having an amazing solo-experience there.
I prepaid on OpenTable for their 8 course Kaiseki for $270 ($308.35 after processing fees and taxes). Attached are photos of the menu and from the menu that I took during my time there; all in order of which they bought it out.
My favorites were the Sakizuke (photo 2), Hassun (photo 5), Hashiyasume (photo 6) Kanmi (photo 10). They were most unique to me, each bite per dish could be different based on what you decided to put together on your spoon. They offered a strong depth, small slow bites was really a necessity to stop myself from being overwhelmed by the bold flavors. And with so many different components you could really have some fun with the combinations you choose to make. Just for reference (photos 8) & (photo 9) were both apart of the Oshokuji, (photo 8) being the salmon & ikura rice bowl part, before they portioned it off to everyone at the table.
I happen to attend that day with a full crowd of other people by myself. There was a group coworkers that was more talkative which really brighten the mood. Most of the others were on dates and kept to themselves as did I, which I enjoyed very much also. Everyone seemed to be able to be in their own world. I enjoyed watching the cooks and everyone enjoying their meals.
I ended up ordering the Premium Sake Flight also which I believe cost $95 ($103.43 after taxes and fees). It came with three glasses of Sake they selected for me. I attached photos of the bottles at the end. I’m not much of a drinker but they paired well with the menu (particularly the IWA with the Hassun).
Since I added extra drink after prepaying I got a check and had tipped, bring the total close to $500.
Some of the dishes that I didn’t mention earlier were not as flavorful rather more refreshing, which was actually very nice. They offered away to reset your palette and prepare you for the next dish.
All in all, I left very satisfied and I think whether you choose to come alone, with a date, or a group of friends, you wouldn’t find yourself in the wrong place. I wore a hoodie and sweats pants while others were business casual or professional.
TL;DR: Enjoyed my experience and would recommend a try for anyone for a decent dinner price, and for any occasion.
PSA: I believe they rotate menu seasonly and I was dining during their Spring Menu 2025, so your course and experience might vary if you go later on.
by Inevitable-Load7165