Omakase Sakurako

Restaurant · Historic Core

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"If you look past the servers in suits giving monologue dish descriptions, Sakurako is a surprisingly fun, free-wheeling omakase experience. The chef behind the nine-seat counter cracks jokes while slicing snapper filets, and strangers pour sake in their neighbors’ glasses like it’s a dinner party. The sushi here relies on gorgeous fish to shine, and most nigiri need only a gentle swipe of soy or dab of wasabi to melt like margarine on toast. At $280 per person, Sakurako is firmly in the “major birthday or anniversary” camp, but the delightful mayhem and attention to detail make it a satisfying splurge. Expect an entire dry-aged sushi section, plus a few appetizers, grilled fish, and tiramisu. " - nikko duren, brant cox, kat hong

https://www.theinfatuation.com/los-angeles/guides/where-to-eat-and-drink-in-little-tokyo
Nikko Duren

351 E 2nd St, Los Angeles, CA 90012 Get directions

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