What an amazing dining experience! Craft Omakase is the epitome of an intimate, authentic and exclusive culinary journey.
Let’s start from the space itself. The minimalist, classy front cocktail room sets the stage for what’s to come: a meticulously curated 20-course tasting menu that promises an exceptional experience.
The skill, expertise and creativity exhibited by the chefs in preparing and presenting the dishes were nothing short of phenomenal. Beyond the flawless timing and portioning of every serving, the immersive view of the chefs at work create an atmosphere that showcases how much thought, care and dedication is poured into each delectable bite. The precision in slicing the fish for the nigiri and the balance of flavors of the hot and cold dishes absolutely showcased the team’s brilliance, and their passion and creativity absolutely shone through in the unique flavors they were able to create.
The quality of the ingredients used here is exquisite. Every bite reflected freshness – each dish felt like a treat for the taste buds and a symphony in your mouth, and you just can’t help but savor every single bite. The flavor profiles made me rethink what I knew about Japanese cuisine and what it means to navigate the delicate balance between honoring tradition and integrating boundary-pushing flavors.
The staff, chefs included, were exceptional, too. Oftentimes in high-end restaurants like this, its easy to feel intimidated as a guest, especially if its their first time experiencing something like this, but that was absolutely not the case. Each staff member was attentive, knowledgeable, and personable. Their welcoming demeanor began the moment you walked in and persisted until the final farewell. They displayed an impressive knack for remembering guests’ names and delving into everyone’ palate preferences, particularly regarding cocktails and drinks. Witnessing the synergy between everyone from the hot side, the sushi bar and the front of the house was great to see too – everyone moved together like a well-oiled machine where everyone was always in sync.
All in all, Craft Omakase is the apex of a sophisticated dining experience that’s nothing short of extraordinary. Honestly, I’m already planning my next big celebration there – I can’t imagine a better place to mark life’s special moments than at Craft Omakase.