Kyūbei

Kyubei

Food

Service

Atmosphere

Before I went to Japan if you had told me I would drop $400 on one meal for two people I would have thought you were crazy; but I couldn't be happier that I spent that money at Kyubei.   Walking into the restaurant we were greeted by Kimono clad wait staff and seated at a long elegantly styled sushi bar.  Our sushi chef served only us and one other couple for two of the best hours my taste buds have ever experienced.

The fish was beyond fresh, I think it must have been alive until we ordered it.  The prawns were brought out on ice still alive and  trying to escape from the sushi chefs experienced grip.  This may not be for the squeamish, but for a sushi lover it doesn't get any better than this!  Each sushi roll and piece of sashimi was served individually, giving us time to  savor each delectable flavor and texture.  Not only was the sushi above and beyond anything I had ever tasted, but the assortment of palate cleansers was also a treat.  From sea urchin to fried eel bone I enjoyed things I had never thought about eating before.

Yes, it's pricey.  But if you're into sushi it's absolutely worth it!  Not only was the food better than anything I have ever tasted, but the intimate setting with the sushi chef created an experience like no other.