"Honzen offers a 21st-century interpretation of a Japanese dining style in called honzen ryori that dates back to the 14th century. It’s a prix fixe, where you’ll select your proteins, like steamed madai and gyudon, alongside a set of steamed vegetables, pickles, and some sashimi. We love this spot because it’s versatile—you can come here and spend around $40 on a simple dinner, or go for a meal featuring uni and ikura that’ll run you well over $100, making it great as a casual weeknight spot or big-deal dinner splurge." - bryan kim, neha talreja, sonal shah, will hartman