Kampai

Visited on our honeymoon and got some of the best sushi I’ve ever had. Great variety of nigiri/sashimi spot that were fairly priced for the high quality. Not as many rolls (which was fine with me!), but know it’s more of a “pure” sushi place. Staff had great command of the menu and perfectly described nuanced differences between options. Loved the salmon belly and snapper, both of which were my first times trying. Nigiri wagyu was a nice treat and the tuna was amazing.

The food is amazing but the prices are high and portions are small. The fish is much thinner sliced than I'm used to, and eat sushi at a lot of amazing places. I'm used to leaving comfortably full. We left there $200+ later and went to get ice cream at the drug store. It's great quality and a great experience at the sushi bar, but not a great value compared to King Sushi.

Great food, beautiful location, attentive service and a price to match. The tastes were spot on with the beet appetizer, the eggplant appetizer and the sushi. The roll selection is small, but the taste was very very good. The nigiri is also very small, but the fish is fresh and tasty. We enjoyed the experience during our visit to Jackson.

Delicious sushi but very expensive, and attentive service but lacking personalization. If you’re looking for a premium experience, this is it, but if you’re looking for great sushi for strong value, I would suggest King Sushi. We’ve long wanted to go to Kampai and I finally brought my daughter here on a date, and it was a pretty big deal for us! Every bite of sushi we tasted was absolutely incredible, and the staff was highly attentive. Unfortunately, the prices were pretty expensive, but we knew that going in. The staff and service were incredibly polished, but what surprised me was that nobody ever asked our names or spoke to us person to person… they were really just there to facilitate a sushi order. Our waiter, Tim, was nice enough but also seemed disappointed that we were spending modestly and it showed toward the end (still the most expensive meal the two of us have eaten). I wish the runners would have let us know which fish was what toward the end… We can tell some of the basic ones, but the more complex would’ve been nice to know. When we asked our waiter, he would rush to answer, but never proactively provided it so we just stopped asking. Honestly, the highlight were the runners who engaged more meaningfully with my daughter than anyone else. We’d love to consider coming back, and would hope for a relational experience to match the food.

Impeccable service and dining experience. We celebrated a birthday and sat at the sushi bar. We were served food by Masa-San with chefs Bryan and David also working the bar, and Logan from Austin TX (where we were visiting from) served us drinks. Everyone made us feel so welcomed and we had lovely conversations with each one, learning about their lives and expertise. The fish was amazing, fresh, and the group agreed it was arguably the best Japanese restaurant we’d been to in the U.S. A highlight of our Montana, Banff, Wyoming road trip. Masa-San in particular was very accommodating and friendly and we loved learning that he was from Nagano, Japan, where we’d previously visited and skied. We hope to be back someday soon. Thank you for the special night!

This was one of the best dining experiences we’ve had in a long time! The best sushi and sashimi we’ve ever had, amazing cocktails, with stellar service and atmosphere. For those balking at price, it’s worth every penny.

Had an excellent experience dining at Kampai during our trip to Jackson. The staff was friendly and attentive and knew the menu well. The fish was fresh and delicious. Highly recommend if you are visiting Jackson and looking for something different!

Make reservations on OpenTable app. Very good service. Staff was great, chefs are very knowledgeable about the craft and the items they serve. Atmosphere was not quiet but not loud. Comfortable listening to others in your party. Plating was excellent and food tasted great. Cost is as expected for the locale.

Just Wow!!! Phenomenal food, Outstanding service, and Beautiful Decor and ambiance. We decided to check Kampai out and I'm super glad we did because everything was so fresh and delicious. The fatty tuna and Yellowtail nigiri was my favorite you can most definitely tell the quality of the fresh fish. Prices are a bit on the upscale side but definitely worth the surge for a nice birthday dinner or romantic date night. Parking is located on the street or there is a fresh parking lot near by. Highly recommend to anyone to check it out!

I enjoyed a superb meal, albeit an expensive one. The presentation was great and each dish was explained to us by the food runner. They offer an okakase option, but it wasn't like your typical experience. I was told that it's basically endless, while the chef and server choose items for you and you'll pay for each individual item that is ordered for you. I opted to choose my own items and was happy with that. I was very impressed by their quality of fish within a land locked state. 5-6 items and 2 alcoholic beverages totaled about $150 after tax and tip.

Food and Service were great. We did not have a reservation, but were promptly seated at the bar. Bartender was friendly and provided quick polite service.

Excellent experience! Although pricey, the food and service was all that you might expect it to be in an upscale Sushi Restaurant. There were two of us, and we ordered a roast brussels sprouts side dish, two starter sushi plates, and one miso cod main meal-all of which we shared. Total bill was approximately $200. We did dine early in the evening, and there was a family sitting next to us with a very fidgety and vocal toddler. It would've been great if they had a separate space for families to have a little more privacy, and the other patrons could have a quieter experience. But overall, it was a great experience. I would go again as a special treat .

Great experience from beginning to end at Kampai. When we walked in we were greeted right away and then seated. We sat at the Sushi bar and had an awesome server who was very sweet and attentive. I love a good Old Fashion and love the variation in flavors, so the waiter recommended the Open Sesame cocktail which was perfect for this dining experience. We ordered the following items; Akami, Buri, Unagi and Seared Salmon Belly Sushi. We also ordered two Hand-rolls ;Sake Avocado and Spicy Scallop-Avocado and two full rolls; Gros Ventre and the Crypto. Our appetizer was the Gomae (spinach) and we had the Gindara( black cod) entree. Everything was delicious and prepared perfectly!!!!! We will definitely go back next time we are in town!

TLDR: The best upscale Japanese food in Jackson. Beautiful, modern Asian aesthetic inside, and the food is just perfection. You can't miss the house salad and nasu eggplant for appetizers, and I have a soft spot for their sweet black cod dish as an entrée. ------ FOOD: 1. [Must Try] House Salad (5/5) - So good we ordered a second one after we tried this. Amazing texture, delicious dressing, felt relatively healthy too. A perfect appetizer. 2. [Must Try] Nasu (eggplant) (5/5) - Eggplant lovers must order this. It come with an addicting miso glaze so if you're trying to watch yourself, you can also order the glaze on the side. I didn't think it was too sweet to have the dish prepared as is though. 3. Black Cod (4.5/5) - The only reason why this is a 4.5 and not a 5 is because this also has that traditional, sticky miso glaze, but it's thicker and sweeter on this so it can be a lot for some people. I personally loved it, and the glaze aside, this cod was melt-in-your-mouth quality. I would ask for lighter sauce next time but this is still almost perfection. Plus a large serving! 4. Crispy Brussels (4.5/5) - Really unique Brussels dish! Comes with salmon caviar/roe that bursts in your mouth as you eat the Brussels sprouts. Gives it that fish / benito flavor that works well with an Asian-inspired Brussels dish. 5. Crypto Sushi Roll (4.5/5) - The seared wagyu on top has a great smokiness that gives this roll character 6. 10 pc Chef Choice Sashimi (4/5) - Great selection of tuna, yellowtail, scallop, black cod, and salmon sashimi 7. Hamachi Serrano (3.5/5) - Not the best I've ever had. I think was too strong on the soy and not enough on the yuzu? Others in the group really liked this though ------ SERVICE: * Top notch. You know this place is attentive and thoughtful. * They were constantly coming by to refill drinks and clear the table of any empty dishes or other small things ------ ENVIRONMENT / AMBIANCE: * Absolutely beautiful, modern, cozy Asian interior * Has a few different dining spaces all with slightly different vibes but all would have been great to sit at * I didn't feel like it was too crowded such that you could overhear what other tables were saying * Lots of street parking outdoors but by night there are lots of people trying to park so you may need to look elsewhere nearby to park

Although we had a rough start with the hosts not being able to accommodate us in the main dinning room, we had to wait a couple of hours and it was totally worth it. We sat at the sushi bar with a view of the massive bonsai tree in the middle of the dinning room and the Chefs gave a phenomenal experience that did not disappoint. Highly recommend and cannot wait to go again.

The service and food were amazing. We asked the chef to surprise us with a tuna roll and it was incredible. We tried all different foods and drinks. We had nothing to complain about; we would go back anytime!

My family and I got a booth in the middle of the restaurant and seated right away. Enjoyed sake to start and some appetizers. The staff was friendly and helpful. The food comes out fast and it was delicious. Continued to enjoy the Valhalla roll and always enjoy a miso soup at the end. Definitely recommend

Best dining experience I had in my visit to Jackson. I was supieses to find a sophisticated; yet unpretentious dining experience like this here. I'm guessing most people are thinking they're visiting Jackson, WY for sushi. Well this place is legit. Chef (believe name is Chris) and Owner comes from San Francisco. He brought the goods with him. He was personable. Answered questions. Tempo of the food came out perfectly. I don't have a complaint on any of the pieces we had. Fatty Tuna was divine. Absolutely the best bite. When I'm back, I'm make a bee line to this place. As you might imagine, don't leave your wallet behind, because you will need it. P.S. Hit me up with you're landing in Austin. I was to be a first customer!

Was excited to try and was quite disappointed. There were kids running around the restaurant the whole time, probably ran into the bathroom around 10 times lol. The manager asked how everything was and we said the food was good but there are kids running around. He apologized and said they were the children of very important people (like.?) and said he would comp a round of drinks (which he did not). Not worth the price point!

If you're in Jackson Hole and love sushi, this restaurant is an absolute must-visit. It was so amazing that we ended up going twice during our vacation--we just couldn't stay away! The sushi is incredibly fresh. The sushi chefs are not only talented but also super friendly. They make you feel welcome the moment you sit down. For the best experience, you should definitely dine at the sushi bar. Watching the chefs at work is a show in itself, and they're more than happy to chat and give recommendations. On my second visit, I tried sushi with caviar and foie gras, and it was mind-blowing--the combination of flavors and textures was unforgettable. The service was top-notch, with a team that knows how to take care of you without being intrusive. If you're looking for a unique and delicious sushi experience in Jackson Hole, this restaurant should be at the top of your list.

Best sushi in Jacksonhole! This is by far the best yellowtail sashimi I've ever had. We sat at the bar and Kate & Amy gave us amazing service!! We are so happy that we chose to come here!

Words cannot describe how amazing the food is here. One of the best restaurants if not the best restaurant I have ever been to. My boyfriend and I loved this place so much that we came back 2 days later. The sushi chefs even recognized us and gave us extra special food. We sat one night at the dining room table and one night at the sushi bar. Both were a great experience and service, but the sushi bar was 1000x more special. The sushi chef can really cater to your taste and were super talkative and friendly. It's hard to choose what my favorite foods were. All the fish were incredibly fresh and high quality. The chef special (nigiri or sashimi) are a great price. My favorite appetizers were the sunomono and the gyoza. This is a fine dining restaurant, but I felt like the price was very fair for the quality and the service. We spent about $100/person (not including tip).

This restaurant located in a very good location, restaurant have a great ambience . Food is just okay, bit of on the heavy salty side , heavy use of soy sauce on some dishes , but they are way over priced for what you get . For party of 5, eating a light dinner at their bar , not at table and without any alcohol, we spend near 500

Such a beautiful spot in Jackson that has such a comfortable but posh feel inside. The dining room felt more like you were in a friend's modern home/kitchen. Service was so friendly and prompt from the moment we got in. They got drinks going while we waited for our table to be ready and food came out quickly. The sushi is as good as it gets; truly some of the best sashimi I've had in my life. So melt-in-your-mouth flavorful and fresh! Even got seconds on the salmon it was so good. The cold smoke cocktail with maple sake was also fantastic and such a unique flavor, highly recommend! 10/10 spot, definitely snag a reservation when you can!

Great food. Very innovative sushi. Get a table or sit at sushi bar. Def make a reservation. Great atmosphere. Great service. Very pricey. Been there twice:)

Forced to reconsider and calibrate expectations and ratings. It's a resort town but trying to consider location and pricing makes it even hard to assess. Space is modern but comfortable. Service is kind and professional. Loved the tree in the center of the dining room, with the shadows projected on the ceiling. I understand it only opened a few months ago so everything is quite new. Arrived a little early for a reservation for 3 and seated in the lounge area, offered water and had the chance to order and sip on drinks. Eventually seated at the counter in front of Chef Peter, and we were able to order sushi directly with the chef himself. Ordered a good mix of rolls, a cooked miso cod plus 2 orders of the sashimi combo. Our added bites were sea perch (I almost always get this if it's available) and o-toro (noticed this was almost ice cold). The o-toro seems like a no brainer if you want tuna at all, as the lean tuna was $10, chu-toro at $11 and o-toro at $12. Sashimi cuts were very generous, in terms of thickness. However, this seemed to highlight one noticeable flaw, which was how watery the cuts were. Not sure if thinner slices would have saved it but was noticeable even in the toro roll. That said, you get your value in quantity, and the flavors were on point. Otherwise, the rolls were pretty good, with many strong flavors which could be good or bad depending on preferences. The wagyu on the crypto roll (only on half of our order) was lost. It might have provided some richness but as with the other rolls there was a lot going on. Cod was cooked well. Chef Peter was quick to respond to sushi orders and kind enough to explain that dark sushi rice was colored from aged vinegar. It didn't have the texture of brown rice or taste like soy sauce so I was curious, but our rice were mostly in rolls so I assumed it could have been sauces. However, we did see a massive order of 11 toro hand rolls with caviar for another party and could clearly see the color of the rice, so we had to ask. We ended with a black sesame vanilla ice cream, and was gifted an additional hojicha softy as well, apparently a personal favorite of the chef. Both were absolutely delicious, and that's coming from someone that doesn't normally care much for dessert. For the price, the wateriness of the fish would normally get a harsher review from me. I understand that most fish need to be frozen to a certain extent but there's definitely a difference in the texture vs. examples elsewhere. Still, considering the location, the quality and comfort of the facilities, along with the friendly staff and service, it adds up to a strong experience overall and a warrants a solid recommendation. It would be unfair to compare to omakase quality in Tokyo and New York even if the prices start climbing into the same territory. Considering the expected clientele there will definitely be customers with even more experience with sushi and I would be very curious about their opinions. For what it's worth, one dining companion was ready to replace a reservation at another spot in town with a repeat booking here.

Kampai was amazing! We got the happy hour specials and watermelon drinks and everything was just so great including the view.

This is the BEST sushi and cocktails we have ever had! Each dish and drink have wonderful notes of herbs, spices, and other balanced flavors. This isn't the usual boring sushi rolls that you drown in soy sauce for taste! Best Old Fashioned I ever had, and a great mocktail I ordered after even had a delicious edible chrysanthemum as garnish and spicy flavor. The GM recommended it when I said I had a 1 drink max in high altitude. Our waitress was also excellent, and very versed on the menu. She recommended the great fried mushrooms, as well as other dishes. When you. Just can't eat another steak in red-meat country, go and enjoy this amazing and beautiful restaurant!

If you don't mind spending the dollars... Kampai JH is a great choice, and here's why: 1) great sashimi cuts - on our first visit we tried 8 different types and all were ample sized, fresh, and had well thought out presentations. 2) good rolls and other selections - we tried three different rolls, gyoza, and the sashimi pizza (must try) and all were excellent choices. Their spin on gyoza using Wagyu beef instead of pork was a nice treat!! 3) atmosphere- loved the new spot and how it's setup. Comfy chairs, as we were in them for a 2.5 hour experience!! Ready to go back!!

We are visiting Jackson from Florida for a week and made a reservation at Kampai well over a month ago. We love sushi and have sampled it throughout the US. When we made the reservation, the menu looked great and we were very excited about the mix of sushi and ramen. My wife and I were looking forward to our reservation this evening and went online to take another look at the menu. The menu looked totally different from what we reviewed when we made the reservation and considered canceling. We kept the reservation, since getting into another restaurant at the last minute on Friday night, would be tough. We ordered the New Zealand King Salmon sashimi, which was great, but a little expensive. We also ordered the toro suma roll and gros ventre roll. The toro suma roll was lacking content and the rice fell apart, so was tough to eat. The gros ventre roll was average, but at least, it held together. Service was over the top, but wines by the glass were limited and not what you would expect for sushi pairing. We were in and out in less than an hour and dropped $100+ on 1 glass of wine, 2 sushi rolls and 2 pieces of sashimi.

We sat at the sushi bar and were taken care of by Jay and Rocky. What an awesome experience! We chose apps but relied on all of the "chef's choice" options on the menu from the sushi to the drinks and nothing disappointed. Fresh sushi and wonderful atmosphere.

Nice atmosphere, the waitresses and manager very aware of the service and food is excellent according to their prices.

This place is certainly special. There's a great attention to detail and the level of excellence is grand.

Food was alright. Best you can find here at a mountain town for sure. Food never disappoints. When I asked for the dessert menu, the server gave us the check instead. Don't know if she understood me wrong. I did specify on the reservation that it was our anniversary, I guess the server didn't really know nor did she care. She definitely gave off that "whatever" vibe. Rooftop was nice. Although menu's a lot more limited. I for sure see a huge difference in service when you're at the sushi bar compared to being at the rooftop. If you're looking for a better service with more selections in the menu, get a reservation at the sushi bar. They'll treat you better down there.

Our experience may have been tainted by the fact that we were upstairs - the full menu isn't available upstairs. The chicken appetizer was phenomenal. We had 4 different sushi rolls: spicy tuna, spicy salmon, spider and John Galt and I can't say I enjoyed any of them. Usually I love sushi, but this sushi just wasn't good - tasted a little spoiled/not fresh, flavors just didn't blend well together. The John Galt was particularly disappointing, and that was recommended by our waiter. It happened to be one of the most expensive rolls on the menu at $24. The service was impeccable - like that found at a fine restaurant - water always filled, plates taken away when finished, food was served quickly, check presented promptly with a "no rush" from our waiter. I just wish I knew what items were delicious on the menu. Maybe the sashimi? The vibe is great and I didn't find it expensive as others did. There are "apres" specials from 5-6pm, so that is a good value. I would try to get a seat at the sushi bar downstairs and maybe you'll have better food than we did.

The service and sushi chef were excellent! The quality and originality of the dishes was wonderful. Eggplant was my favorite dish. For the price small portions.

Great food and even better service. We were in JH for 4 nights and had to go back a second time...the food and service were great both nights.

Went to Kampai again... and writing another review. The food is simply amazing. You can't find a better quality sushi anywhere. It's truly amazing. If you are in town and want to treat yourself (and ready to spend some $$), unequivocally go to Kampai!

Super! Great food, staff was very prompt and helpful, atmosphere is relaxing! Only have been once but plan to return

Incredible meal last week at Kampai. Sat at the sushi bar and ate omakase with Chef Chris. What a treat. He told us a lot about the fish and made beyond-delicious sushi. Cocktails were also great - loved the spicy mango. The ambiance was sleek and first-rate - it's so nice to see Jackson trending toward a more modern, clean aestethic. Beautiful space and beautiful sushi.

Absolutely fantastic experience at Kampai for my birthday dinner! The ambiance was so lovely, I loved that we chose our own sake glasses! Our server was so attentive and had great recommendations. Our food was incredible- we shared shishitos, sashimis, tempura mushrooms, pork belly, and the chefs special (roll & nigiri). Everything was outstanding! The toasted green tea soft serve really blew me away too, so unique! Thank you for such a special birthday dinner!!! Truly one to remember!

"How many in your party?" "2" (look us up and down and talk among themselves) "Do you have a reservation?" Weird order of operations there. Must have looked too Midwestern.

Had such a wonderful dining experience here. We had a 5:30 reservation but due to an accident we were delayed an hour and they switched our reservation and made the stressful situation disappear. The drinks we had were unique and delicious. We tried a number of dishes and enjoyed all of them. I have to eat gluten free. They provided a gluten free menu and were so nice when bringing out dishes to specify whether I could eat them or not. The staff is very friendly and help make the experience more enjoyable. Can't wait to come back and try other dishes on the menu!

Great atmosphere! Service was attentive, but very transactional; no real connection with tables. Portions were small & pricey, but delicious options.

This is my favorite spot in town!! Best food, service, and space. Can't wait till I get back!

Wow. Super amazing sushi. Very fresh. Very expensive though, definitely make sure you're prepared for the prices. As long as you are you'll have a great time. Food was amazing. Drinks as well. Staff really nice.

There was egg on my tuna poke that was not on the menu description (I happen to really hate egg) and the shrimp tempura roll I had was covered with salmon that didn't look great and tasted off. I picked it off and ate the tempura only. I've had two other great experiences here so I'll try again, but last night didn't wow me.

Very good fish quality, esp salmon. The mushroom tempura appetizer was excellent. Prices pretty steep. Could easily be over $100 per person without drinks. Good place to celebrate.

Food was amazing. It was so fresh! The service was good. They were so kind and accommodated us so well. The room we were in was so pretty .

Excellent! Kampai exudes excellence at every level of the experience -- as good if not better than premiere sushi restaurants in big cities. We tried Kampai's specials, hand rolls, chef choice 10pc nigiri, starters, house rolls and drinks. All were superb and served by attentive, friendly staff. Excellent visit and highly recommended Bravo Kampai team

Overpriced and incredibly small portions! We had to go for a second dinner nearby after paying here 200$ for 4 people (no drinks).

You don't think of Wyoming for great sushi (but of course Jackson Hole can be an exception). This place executed everything perfectly, great ingredients, great presentation, and great flavors. Highly recommended!

Unfortunately the service was pretty bad here. They knew it was my husbands birthday and did not give any additional effort to make the meal special. Our server forgot to put in half of our order and we ended up waiting over 30 min for the rest of our meal to come. We also had to send one dish back when we found hair in it. The sushi was pretty good and the ambiance itself was nice. It's just too bad that the people who worked there acted as if they were super busy when there were tables left unoccupied in the back and they turned people away at the front. I'm assuming they are just trying hard to create some hype around the restaurant..We try sushi all over the world and overall I give it 2.5 stars at best for the price.

Reserve the sushi bar, not a table (confirming what another review said). I made a reservation for my wife and I for the sushi bar. She was apprehensive sitting down as I explained that I enjoy trusting the sushi chefs with their recommendations. Peter's first nigiri put her completely at ease. He was the perfect chef and set a magnificent stage for the dinner. The food, wine, and sake was excellent.

The best restaurant in Jackson. Full. Stop. I'm 41, have been coming to Jackson since I was 13, and live here now. It's better than almost any sushi restaurant in San Francisco or Seattle. Great food. High quality fish. Amazing service. Inventive preparations. Kid friendly (they made a panda out of an orange for our kids). I could go on, but you should just go.

I can't say enough wonderful things about our dining experience at Kampai. Highly recommend making your reservation to sit at the sushi bar. Peter who was our sushi chef is beyond talented. He was funny and engaging. He asked us what we traditionally enjoyed when eating sushi and made recommendations that aligned but helped us explore and push our boundaries. Highly recommended exploring and trying whatever the chef specials are, even if it's outside your comfort zone. I'm a person who tends to know what I like and, as much as I don't what to admit my lack of adventurousness when it comes to food, I'm glad I got adventurousness #worthit. PS make a reservation well in advance. If it wasn't so difficult to get a reservation I'd eat there more than once, no question.

Underwhelming food with meager portions and misrepresented menu descriptions. The sushi pizza was served as a 6 pieces of crispy rice with a pathetic portion of sashimi on top...not quite a pizza and steep at over $30. I went in with such high hopes because of the amazing employee we had arranged our reservations with but would not recommend.