OMAKASE

“Leave it to the Chef”

 

Omakase at sushi restaurants means to leave the selection to the chef. It differs from ordering a la carte. The chef will generaly present a series of plates, beginning with the lightest fare and proceeding to heaviest, richest dishes.

 

Omakase is not exclusive to service of sushi or sashimi and can incorporate grilling, simmering or other cooking techniques as well.

 

Customers ordering Omakase style expect the chef to be innovative and surprising in the selection of dishes, and the meal can be likened to an artistic performance by the chef using the highest quality fish in stock.