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Sushi Kaneyoshi
Master Critic Reviews (3 Lists)
Sushi Kaneyoshi
9.1
A 10-seat, basement hideaway serving a meticulous Edomae omakase built around deeply seasonal fish and handmade details. The meal feels like a tightly composed progression from delicate tsumami to perfectly temperature-tuned nigiri, with a calm, ceremonial pace. Reservations are tough, but the craftsmanship is the draw.
Must-Try Dishes:
Seasonal Edomae omakase, Aged kohada nigiri, Uni course with warm rice
Scores:
Value: 7.6
Service: 9
Consistency: 9.1
Food Quality: 9.4
Atmosphere: 8.8
Cultural Relevance: 8.6
What makes it special: Michelin-level Edomae omakase in an ultra-intimate setting.
Who should go: Omakase purists and celebration diners.
When to visit: Weeknight seating for most relaxed pacing.
What to order: Full omakase, add-on toro, seasonal uni.
Insider tip: Watch Tock drops the first of each month.
Sushi Kaneyoshi
8.8
A reservation-only omakase counter tucked into Little Tokyo, built on Edomae technique and immaculate sourcing. The experience is intimate and highly choreographed, with seafood courses that emphasize balance over flash.
Must-Try Dishes:
Edomae Omakase Nigiri Progression, Aged Bluefin Akami, Hokkaido Uni Course
Scores:
Value: 7.2
Service: 9
Consistency: 8.4
Food Quality: 9.3
Atmosphere: 8.8
Cultural Relevance: 8.2
What makes it special: Chef-led Edomae omakase with standout seafood sourcing.
Who should go: Omakase devotees and milestone diners.
When to visit: Book the first seating for the freshest flow.
What to order: Full omakase, bluefin sequence, uni-focused bites.
Insider tip: The entrance is discreet—follow reservation instructions closely.
Sushi Kaneyoshi
8.9
A tucked-away Little Tokyo counter serving a precise Edomae-style omakase that leans traditional in technique and seasoning. Expect a long, carefully paced progression of nigiri and small plates where rice temperature and knife work are treated as the main event.
Must-Try Dishes:
Seasonal Edomae nigiri flight, Mackerel with ankimo, Hand-roll finale
Scores:
Value: 7
Service: 8.7
Consistency: 8.8
Food Quality: 9.4
Atmosphere: 7.9
Cultural Relevance: 8.3
What makes it special: Michelin-recognized Edomae omakase with obsessive rice-and-fish precision.
Who should go: Sushi purists chasing a top-tier omakase.
When to visit: Book the 7pm seating for the full experience.
What to order: Chef’s omakase, optional sake pairing, extra toro if offered.
Insider tip: The entrance is discreet—arrive early to find the basement counter.