A multi-course dining journey, omakase is all the rage in Los Angeles. See below for the hottest new spots.
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Uchi Famous Hama Chili; PHOTO COURTESY OF HAI HOSPITALITY
Now open until the end of November after an in-demand extension, Sushi by Scratch Restaurants’ premier pop-up inside the Beverly Wilshire, a Four Seasons Hotel, is a must-try experience. The 17-course omakase menu imagined by chef Phillip Frankland Lee is exquisite, as is the gorgeous ambiance and intimate speakeasy setting. Book in for a taste of new-wave nigiri—paired with inventive cocktails and warm service—before it’s too late. sushibyscratchrestaurants.com
Sushi by Scratch Restaurants Nigiri; PHOTO BY TEAL THOMSEN
In conjunction with the season’s abundance, Soko—Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalow’s elite sushi dining destination—is launching a six-course Omakase menu and optional sake pairing for a fantastic night out. With eight seats only, this exclusive omakase experience is imagined by sushi chef Masa Shimakawa, with culinary gems including hime sazae conch and ankimo crème brûlée, chilled Maine lobster cocktail with ponzu gelée, a variety of fresh sashimi and a delectable matcha cheesecake for dessert. fairmont-miramar.com/dine/soko
Soko Sashimi; PHOTO COURTESY OF FAIRMONT MIRAMAR HOTEL & BUNGALOWS
Head to the South Bay for Daniel Son’s 10-seat-only omakase experience. With a Michelin-star background, chef Daniel Son creates culinary masterpieces within each bite. In this intimate setting, sushi connoisseurs will dive into a world of high-quality omakase made with Japanese and Korean influences for an unforgettable dining affair. exploretock.com/sushi-sonagi-gardena
At Sushi Note’s newest location in Beverly Hill’s Rodeo Collection, a 20-course omakase menu changes daily with the direction of head chef Kiminobu Saito and rising sushi chef Earl Aguilar. To enhance the experience, beverage director Ian Lokey will hand-select wine pairings for each course–for a match made in culinary heaven. Plates constantly rotate, but decadent summertime Spanish mackerel topped with chives and brandy-seared bonito are a few of the fabulous offerings. sushinotela.com
Sushi Note Sashimi; PHOTO BY MICHAEL AGUILAR
Coming soon to West Hollywood, the Austin-originated omakase experience, Uchi, is all the rage for a vibrant, nontraditional take on elevated Japanese cuisine. Taste world-class seasonal items such as famous hama chili, rich brown butter crab handrolls or wagyu with garlic chive and miso. A multi-sensory experience, Uchi aims to create the ultimate culinary journey with indoor-outdoor dining spaces and a zen garden to tie it all together. haihospitality.com/uchi
Photography by: Photo courtesy of Hai Hospitality
