Yasu

Calvin Duong (The Goods)★★★★★★★★★★5.02 months ago

I came here for a birthday dinner as a surprise from my partner, and overall it was a memorable experience. We opted for the 12-piece omakase dinner along with the 5-sake pairing, where the chef thoughtfully selected a sake to complement every three pieces. We also added the Hokkaido uni with caviar, which was absolutely worth it. The meal began with a four-piece appetizer course, followed by the 12-piece main omakase. Everything was beautifully presented and carefully paced in terms of progression. We were especially lucky to try the seasonal luminescent squid, which ended up being one of the highlights of the evening. The sake pairing added another layer to the experience—each selection was explained in detail, including its origin and what made it special, which we really appreciated. The meal concluded with miso soup and Yasu’s signature black sesame ice cream for dessert, made in-house and topped with black sesame and mint—a unique and satisfying finish. A nice touch at the end of the meal was that they asked if we wanted to add any extra pieces—if available, they were happy to prepare more, which made the experience feel a bit more personalized. The only downside was that the experience felt a bit rushed at times, likely due to the two-hour seating limit. Despite that, it was still a special and enjoyable dining experience overall.

Abby Nutnut★★★★★★★★★★1.04 months ago

I chose this restaurant for an omakase dinner to celebrate my birthday, and unfortunately, the overall experience was disappointing. Throughout the evening, the server interrupted our table repeatedly (at least five times)while we were in the middle of conversations. It made it difficult to relax and enjoy the moment. The pacing of the dinner also felt rushed, as if we were racing against the clock rather than savoring each course. Omakase should feel thoughtful and immersive, but this experience felt hurried. In sushi, rice plays a crucial role. From the very first piece served, the rice was noticeably too wet and mushy, almost like food court sushi. There was very little seasoning in the rice, which made the balance feel off. As for the fish, nothing stood out as memorable in terms of quality or flavor, which was surprising for an omakase experience. Since it was my birthday, the restaurant kindly prepared a “Happy Birthday” plate, which I appreciated. However, only one server said “happy birthday” out loud, and it created an awkward moment where the entire room went silent for a few seconds. It felt uncomfortable rather than celebratory. Honestly, I would have preferred no announcement at all. Overall, while I appreciate the gesture for my birthday, the service pacing and food quality did not meet expectations for an omakase experience.

Lily Lai★★★★★★★★★★5.03 months ago

Came here for my birthday yesterday and it was such a special meal! The attention to detail was amazing and all the staff were attentive, chef evn asked us if we wanted less or more rice and checked in with us multiple times on how we’re doing. I’ve never felt this full after an omakase, I’ve lost count of the number of courses. My friend and I thoroughly enjoyed the appetizer kaiseki the most!! Everything was delicious, it is definitely on the more pricey end but I would say it’s worth visiting at least once!

Shamim Nadery★★★★★★★★★★4.03 months ago

Yasu omakase experience was really pleasant overall. The quality of the food and attention to detail were great, and you can tell there’s a lot of care put into the experience. However, since our reservation was at 9:30 PM and there were only two couples (who didn’t know each other), the atmosphere felt a bit quiet and slightly awkward at times. I think having some light background music could really enhance the ambiance and make it feel warmer and more comfortable. I visited Yasu about three years ago, and because it was much busier then, the energy felt more lively. This time, it felt a bit more cold in comparison.Overall, it was still a good experience, just with a small opportunity to improve the atmosphere.

Anna★★★★★★★★★★5.02 months ago

such delicious sushi! every piece is unique and flavourful, the fish is very tender. I have no words for how good this place is!!! the service is amazing and the staff are welcoming and friendly. I love the introduction to each fish and the different cuts and their origins. I really enjoyed the eel, all 3 tuna cuts, the seared cod, and honesty every single dish I had tonight!