Kinzo

Had the absolute PLEASURE of being able to enjoy Kinzo for the first time this evening. From the second I walked in the amazing service began. I ordered the Mini Omaske because I really couldn’t decide. Figured I could get a taste of the full experience and it blew me away; every dish melted in my mouth. I’m sitting here writing this and still thinking about how delicious everything was. Although extremely satisfied after the Mini Omasake, I couldn’t help myself from ordering another few items a-la-carte; I just wanted to taste everything. Phenomenal all around, with an emphasis on the food. I will be back.

I had an amazing dining experience at Kinzo!The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, making sure everything was perfect throughout my meal. The sushi was absolutely top-notch—fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Every bite melted in my mouth, and you could truly taste the quality of the ingredients. Beyond the food, the service was outstanding. The chefs clearly take great pride in their craft, and it shows in every dish they serve. Whether you’re a sushi lover or trying it for the first time, this place is a must-visit. I’ll definitely be coming back!

Smaller location with fresh fish. Omakase experience with reservations (full 18 course or mini selection). Service was good and fish plated well. Hamachi kama was a bit over done. If you do a roll option 4 of 6 rolls had guacamole on them, not a fan as it takes away from the fish too much. Pricing was on par with higher end sushi spot.

Stopped by for our anniversary dinner and can’t say enough good things. The mini omakase was delicious and the service was immaculate. The maki rolls are hugeeeee and definitely worth the price. Overall amazing experience and already planning on returning!

This is genuinely one of the best sushi I've had in quite a while. There's nothing to complain about. The fish were fresh, prepared expertly, good presentation, just on point. It is definitely on the pricier side but for a splurge every once in a while, I'd highly recommend. Great service, as the wait staff were knowledgeable enough on the menu and took care of all needs, including set up and clearing table promptly.

Recently moved to the area. I agree with other reviews, the freshness of the fish, the delicate seasonings, and location make it a great find. We enjoyed the 9 course omakase (note the trio dish you see in the photos = 3 courses) and my daughter enjoyed,unagi, sake, and masago. The creme Brule had good flavor but was not properly set. Oyster shooters were yummy!!!! Our sushi chef was not as interactive as the other one nicely explaning things to guests. $500 for a mid-week meal 😱. Nice find but it is definitely a special occasion kind of place. Hubby was still hungry. 🤪

Kinzo Sushi is hands down the best sushi spot in all of DFW — no contest. The quality, presentation, and flavor are consistently next level. We’ve tried sushi all over the metroplex, and nothing comes close to what Chef Leo creates. Not only is the food absolutely amazing, but the entire experience is elevated by the warm, welcoming vibe. Chef Leo makes you feel like family, and the staff is always friendly, attentive, and on point. We are OBSESSED with Kinzo — it’s our go-to spot, and every visit just confirms why we love it so much. 10/10 every time.

I went here with my fiancée to celebrate my birthday! 🎉 We reserved the omakase in the evening and it was a great experience! Our chef was Jin- he was very knowledgeable and put so much care into each course. When he was serving each plate, he gave us details on the ingredients of the dish (as far as what it was, where it was from, etc) and every plate was beautiful, delicious, and unique. The overall experience was worth every penny. We have only been one other time, for my birthday the year prior. On that visit our chef was Leo and he was equally as amazing. We do not normally do fancy dinners or big splurges, but it was such a lovely experience that we *had* to make it our yearly splurge!! I’d highly recommend Kinzo to anyone wanting to celebrate something or have a nice date night- or even just to treat yourself! The omakase is extremely filling, if I could offer a tip I’d say to come hungry. 😋

Best. Sushi. In. Frisco. OK, it's in Little Elm but let's just say it's better than any other sushi restaurants I've had in Frisco as well. We went here on a whim and loved it so much we came back a couple of weeks later for omakase. They have phenomenal cocktails. I let the servers choose for me and they have never disappointed. We tried a variety of hot and cold dishes, sushi and sashimi, and one dessert. Most of the fish were buttery, sweet, and meaty. I didn't care for the flourless chocolate cake. It was too dense like a brownie and too chalky for me. The raspberry sorbet to end the omakase was refreshing. Omakase was fun. 18 dishes for $185. Much better than 10-12 dishes for $250 that Namo offers in Dallas. The sushi chefs were knowledgeable, talkative, and entertaining. Our servers were so awesome because they were attentive and helpful. Show this place some love!

Everything here was amazing and completely blew our minds. We are big fans of omakase experiences and delicious, high end sushi. We tried lots of different options and everything had multiple layers of flavor. The executive chef came to chat with us briefly and it's clear he cares about his food and his restaurant! Wonderful experience and we will be returning again.

I live in LA but have friends in Dallas whom I visit fairly often. I happened to be in town when Kinzo first opened, and my friends and I have been making sure to include it in our itinerary ever since! I've tried the omakase here 2-3 times now and every experience was such a joy. Each course is so meticulously and beautifully designed by Chef Leo Kekoa, and the food is so rich with flavor. I personally love yuzu, so the little hint of it in various courses is certainly a treat! An exquisite, intimate ambience great for date nights. The service is top-notch and all the chefs are so knowledgeable and professional yet also very approachable. I can honestly say I've had better sushi and fine-dining experience here at Kinzo than at some of the very renowned places in LA. So worth the price and highly recommend!

Cute place. We did the mini Omakase for $95. Fish was fresh as it should.The presentationn was good. The chefs describe each dish that they serve. Since i was allergic to crustaceans, i was served the tartar and it was good. Like with any of our Omakase experience, we are always half full. So, We also ordered the Chilean Sea Bass and the Wagyu beef. Service was good. The ambiance of the restaurant was also good.

We had such a high quality sushi experience, I don't know where to start. Lychee martini and Old fashioned were amazing. This is what we ordered: Hamachi chili - silky, citrusy, barely had to chew; Toro Yuzu Miso - if you've never had Toro, this is the place, so good!; Crispy rice w tuna - the tuna melted into the rice, YUM!; Hirami garlic truffle - silky flounder w crunchy garlic and hint of truffle Wow!; Natsu - this may have been my favorite: silky tuna with a hint (thread) of red pepper and guacamole, I don't understand how so much flavor exists in one roll. I included pics below so you can decide for yourself. Make no mistake, it's expensive and so worth it.

Had the mini omakase and added on sweet shrimp, Hokkaido Uni, and matcha crème brûlée.... Everything was very very good! I've been here a couple times and wasn't super impressed but to be fair I sat at a table and I felt the food was a little slow coming out but this time I sat at the bar and will definitely be back! Next up will be the full omakase!

Absolutely phenomenal omakase experience! Everything was fresh, insanely delicious, and you can tell that they only used in-season fish! Everything looked gorgeous too and I definitely ate with my eyes. It is a bit pricey but I feel like it's totally worth the money with all the dishes you get. The omakase felt very well rounded and the dish to nigiri ratio + a very delectable dessert really sold me on this place. All the staff were super attentive and I felt like I never had to wait on anything. They have limited seating, so I would suggest you book in advance!

Kinzo is HANDS DOWN my husband's and my favorite sushi spot in DFW. We have been here four times in the last year and every time we visit we walk out with full stomach and a pleasant feeling. We normally do Mini omakase and order bunch of nigiris after that but on our visit this time, we just ordered Toyosu 5 piece chef special sushi selection, oyster shooters, Santenmori, and a bunch of sushis. Everything was GREAT! Our favorite fish is Kinmedai. I love how Kinzo really focuses on fish, rather than making crazy toppings that are overpowering. Looks simple but OUTSTANDING. Our fourth visit was the first time we visited on a Saturday and I think we are going to try to avoid that from now on. The reason I like Kinzo is the interaction that I get to have with the chefs, but Saturday evening was just too busy so we didn't really get to do that, and it took a while for us to get the server get to us. We still had a great experience and we love Kinzo for their consistency. Already can't wait to go back next time!

My husband and I enjoy dining experiences. We have had many over the years. This is the BEST DINING EXPERIENCE WE HAVE EVER HAD! I have never had nigiri with the rice seasoned so well. No soy sauce on the table....NO PROBLEM! Wow! We had the mini omakase and will be going back for the omikase with 18 courses next time. You can definitely "leave all the details up to" the chef. Every bite of fish was the best sushi I have ever eaten and there was such variety beyond tuna and salmon. Jeremy was our host for the evening, and his knowledge of the dishes was impressive to say the least. We were celebrating my birthday and he offered dessert and we shared the most delicious creme brulee with fresh berries. The chef even gave us a little freebie with flounder topped with housemade sundried tomatoes and pressed olive chip. I really enjoyed how our chef explained each course with such detail and left us so intrigued to learn more about the regions that produced the fish. We enjoyed an organic sparkling sake that was delicate and delicious. I bought two bottles online since to enjoy for New Year's Eve with family. The Sapporo on tap was outstanding. In fact, we will probably just go with draft Sapporo to bring the price down a bit on our next visit. I will just buy that sake and enjoy it at home but you HAVE TO TRY THE SPARKLING SAKE!!! It paired so well with the dishes. The ambiance is that of a very intimate meal. This atmosphere would be conducive to a romantic meal with your love or a nice dinner with friends. Not noisy AT ALL! The presentation, purity, simplicity and freshness of the food is best in class and we cannot wait to revisit this magnificent place!

I don't have the proper words to describe how great my experience was at kinzo. I came with my girlfriend to celebrate her birthday and we ordered the mini omakase, as well as a couple additional hot dishes. Although we did not get the full omakase experience, it was still something I'll never forget. All of the fish was incredibly fresh and the chef did a great job fusing flavors I have never experienced before. I would highly recommend you come here if you're on the fence

High quality sushi, friendly chefs with great recommendations. Modern and nice place

Did the omakase during their 8:15pm reservation time slot on a Sunday night. It was not crowded at all, but they did say they were very busy beforehand. It was delicious and we enjoyed every single course they provided. For the omakase reservation, you need to pay $185 per person online while booking and that does not include gratuity. Of course your drinks and anything else you order is charged at the end of your meal. I was definitely not expecting to pay $650+ in total, but it was honestly a great experience for our first omakase. Everything was fresh and we loved being able to try new things we wouldn't typically order ourselves. Jin (if I remember correctly) explained every course as he served us and kept everyone entertained. Thank you!

We are repeat customers and have always wanted to try the Omakase. We did tonight and it was absolutely amazing. The flavors the chefs come up with are so unique, deliciousness in every bite. To top it off, cocktails are next level with Sam and Anthony.

The three of us had the quick "mini omakase" option on a Sunday afternoon as we were a tad pressed for time. The space is new ish and really beautiful with a cherry blossom tree center, and the seating around it as well as tables. As for the omakase, tldr: Every bit of fish was honestly an explosion of flavor in my mouth. 3 bowls of three sashimi pieces and 5 piece nigiri as well as a hand roll. I don't remember names too well but it was all very very good. The word I thought of was fresh for sure. We ended with a crème brûlée that was left spotless. I can't say this mini option left me too hungry to be honest, it was surprisingly filling. The service was great, quick and we didn't sit around for 2 hours as I kind of expect for omakase sets these days. I loved that. A must try for sure. The price is perfectly reasonable as far as the type and quality of food served but I would agree this isn't an everyday eats place, but that makes it all the more special. Enjoyed my visit here and will try to return for the full course menu!

Lovely experience & fresh fish. What we ordered: Seaweed salad, lots of nigiri (tuna, sake, kanapachi, hamachi, abalone, and bluefin otoro), kanpachi shiitake, and a few orders of sashimi, but I can't exactly remember which. Everything was delightful, however, the kanpachi shiitake is a must-try - it's delicious and was my favorite dish. Environment: I wish this place was a bit more spacious. We had a great spot at the bar, but once we left, everyone was pretty much elbow to elbow. Service: Every single staff member was kind and knowledgeable which always elevates the dining experience.

There isn't enough to say about this place. Kinzo has been our go-to spot for over a year now, and we can't get enough of it! The service is always on point--everyone is super friendly, really attentive, and very conversational. Every visit is such a great experience, including the omakase as it provides a variety of amazing flavors and dishes. The sushi is always fresh and absolutely delicious. Each dish is truly of work of art and the neighborhood sidecar is by far the best cocktail I've had in the DFW. If you haven't tried Kinzo yet, you're seriously missing out. We can't recommend it enough!

Finally got a chance to go try the Omakase at Kinzo. Wow it did not fail my high expectations. Coming from Los Angeles, I had a certain expectations of how good the quality of fish and service/interaction with the sushi chef. I was lucky enough to be able to make a reservation and have the main chef Leo Kekoa as our Omakase Sushi Chef. We had the 18 course menu, which is prepare in advance with very high quality meat. The experience was fantastic and the food. It was good and worth the price. One way to tell how good a nigiri is.... to have really nice warm sushi rice that goes against the cold prepared fish. Another point Chef Leo made is that he prepares each piece of nigiri one at a time so that it touches the least amount of times and let the customer enjoy a more true flavor of each piece he presents. There is no dunking it in soy sauce and wasabi. Eat the way it is given to you since it has already been prepared and marinated the way it should be eaten. I didn't eat all day so that made me hungry, once the main 15 courses were done I had to order a few more that he didn't include in the Omakase. Still very worth it. You want a really good Omakase experience, definitely come to Kinzo, but make sure to make reservations. They open reservations 1 1//2 month ahead; and only 6 people will experience the Omakase in total and reservations are done in pairs.

I reached out to Kinzo via IG a month in advance to make reservations for a party of 9. They were very accommodating. Their reservation style is that on the morning of the first of the month, they open up reservations via Resy. Since we had a big group, I was very appreciative that they took care of the reservations for us. The omakase is offered at two different time slots, one at 5:45p and one at 8:15p. Our reservation was at 8:15p and we got there promptly. Food wasn't served until about 8:45 but then the courses came out pretty quickly after that. The best part of the omakase was the nigiri pieces. Every fish was fresh and most came from Japan! The clam miso was also delicious but was a little too salty. I was excited that one course was black cod! However, it def fell short of my expectations. The fish was over cooked so it was not buttery like how black cod should be. Flavor also could have been better, needed a little more sugar in the marinade. All in all, it was a great time. The service was excellent and the food was great! I would def still recommend if you're in the area!

Amazing food. Much better than majority of the high end sushi joints in DFW. Food was well prepared, delicious, better than expectations. Service was really good as well. Had the mini omakase, the akamutsu, and the miso black cod. The akamutsu is amazing 100% need to try. The wasabi is fresh, not horseradish. I normally can't deal with horseradish, triggers a gag reaction, but nothing with this. Was just simply perfect.

Such a cool experience, food was amazing, service was excellent and the ambiance was perfect! I could have sat and watched them make food all night - such a beautiful art!

Returning to Kinzo with friends for our anniversary was to be a highlight of the celebration. My previous post gushed over the creative process that went into each dish. In addition the experience was highlighted by an explanation of the sauce and source of each fish, not so much this visit. Sadly we felt that our waitress was not sufficiently prepared to explain each dish as it was served. We had to ask the source of the fish and a better explanation of the preparation for each course. The imagination has disappeared from the omakase menu. We had a salad(boring) then three plates of nigiri and a trio of sashimi. Don't get me wrong Chef Jin is a genius with the sauces. On previous visits each dish was well thought out and beautifully prepared. We felt like this time we were just getting very good sushi nothing that would make us return,sadly.

Visited Kinzo for a birthday dinner & did the 180$ omakase! Service: the staff was kind & the chefs were informative about each piece of nigiri served, I really enjoyed that and trying out new fishes! Ambiance: it is really dark in there and the walls are a little plain, but it definitely was a calm vibe/atmosphere. Food: I enjoyed all the dishes, I thought I would be super super full at the end, but it wasn't that bad. I honestly wish there was more Uni in the course, or more speciality items. It was primarily an edomae style which i can appreciate, but it was pricy. I personally enjoyed the toro they served here, it was really fresh! The yakitori served at the end was lovely too! Overall, I would come back and try a-la carte items!

Wow wow wow. Amaaaaaazing food and excellent service!! The drinks were wonderful too. We arrived a few minutes late for our reservation but no issues getting seated. I love that the whole restaurant is counter seating. We started with some cocktails (I got the Pear Martini - highly recommend!) and then went with the Mini Omakase. Literally everything in the omakase was so good. When we were done we did need to add a few more things so we added some additional Nigiri and some Chicken and one roll. All of the Nigiri is so perfectly dressed so you don't need to add ANY sauces. The owner is so nice and all the sushi chefs are so knowledgeable (and I mean serious shout out to our server who knew the answer to everything). It is quite pricey but one of the few pricey places that are actually worth it!! We'll be back!!

Phenomenal Japanese place in Frisco. Having visited a couple of times...everything is absolutely amazing! Food, drinks and service is top notch. If you're looking for high end sushi then this is a must visit place...significantly better than Nobu, Namo, Shoyo, Keiichi or Kai in the DFW area. Cocktails are fantastic and they can make more than what's on the menu. Good Japanese selection (though it would be nice to see a Yamazaki 18 or Hibiki 17/21)....they do have Yamazaki 12, Hakushu 12 and Harmony. The Old fashioned with Four Roses is superb. The sidecar with Suntory and Four Roses is amazing (citrus forward). The sushi, sashimi, tempura, handrolls and and maki/rolls are simply outstanding. All seared dishes (salmon, wagyu and tuna) are out of the world. The presentation is top notch, the sauces are tasty and the fish is extremely fresh and tasty. A must try for any sushi lover......yes a bit pricey but totally worth every penny! Enjoy!

This place has been on my radar since it opened because I heard the chef was Nobu trained and because it's nearby. I have no idea if the chefs are Nobu trained or owner is perhaps (they were all Korean), but the presentation of every dish was fabulous. Anyways, I finally got to go test it out for our anniversary with my husband. It was a weekday so it wasn't full but I had made reservations per recommendation on their website. We didn't do the full on pricey omakase because we weren't sure about the price or the quality. End result, it is pricey so we won't go every month but maybe for special occasions since their sushi (raw fish) were fresh and quality (some flown in direct from Japan) for around the area by far. The ambiance is minimal (counter plus some tables for bigger group) and a bar area. I think if you do omakase the chef will be in front of you. It wasn't small enough to feel as intimate (NYC and Tokyo style small counter) though. It's worth a try if you're looking for quality, lux sushi restaurant for special occasions.

One of the best omakase experiences I've ever had, and can't believe I'm saying that about a restaurant in Texas! Could not give more praise to Chef Leo for the perfect mix of thinking outside the box, innovating with flavors, yet respecting the simplicity and beauty of the fish and tradition of sushi-making. Loved the flavor combinations and unique fish selections. It was a bit hard to hear when chef announced each piece, so I wish we had a printed menu to follow along. I would hands-down recommend making a reservation at Kinzo for an amazing meal that you will continue to dream about! Favorites of the night: + Kinmedai + Sea perch + Baraccuda + Rainbow ocean trout + Amaebi

This place never disappoints! The food is consistently delicious. I've tried MANY different sushi spots in the DFW area and this one is definitely top 3. Have not had a single item here that I didn't enjoy. The chefs and staff here are also incredibly kind, knowledgeable and attentive. HIGHLY recommend.

Kinzo's omakase experience is so worth it! This is the first omakase where I actually felt full after the long meal, and was impressed by the quality and experience (I know the point of omakase is the experience, not to be full, but it's nice when it's filling if you paid almost $200/person for it). Will edit my review to include more details soon. For now, full review is on my TikTok @vaniabeann.

If I can give this place 0 stars...I would do it in a heartbeat. Have never been to this place. This place was only given as a recommendation; however, I would NEVER recommend this place to anyone! They are rude, unprofessional, and non-empathetic. We are out from out of state. We currently got sick and tried to cancel our reservation to be courteous of not spreading the virus to others. The managers/owners response was "you will have to find someone to replace you...we will not refund your $370" As out of staters, where/who will we find replacements that will be willing to pay $370 last minute! This restaurant must be in short of customers for them not to be willing to refund out of good conscience and business! Stay away if you want don't want to waste your money or if people have to come in sick due to non-refundable reservations!

Have been customers since Kinzo opened and always leave repeating our opinion that Kinzo has the best nigiri and sushi in all of DFW. Chef Leo and Chef Jin are always a pleasure to talk to while you watch them work sushi magic. As a small business, they go out of their way to provide excellent customer service, remembering my drink and food preferences let's me know they appreciate me as much as I do them.

I'd heard excellent things about this place, so my partner and I made the decision to try it out on our anniversary. You can't go wrong with anything you order from here because everything, including the beverages, food, and dessert, was fantastic. They feature a wide selection of fresh, high-quality fish from Japan. The owner, Leo, and his staff provided excellent service and were very attentive. Definitely going to return.

Traditional edomae style leaning authentic sushi. Both of the sushi chefs are knowledgeable and friendly. Toyosu market fish for those that are adventurous, but also salmon, yellowtail, rolls, and hot food accessible to those who are new to sushi. Sit at the counter and order omakase or okinomi and enjoy.

Delicious pieces and tasty drinks. The atmosphere was cozy and welcoming. Look forward to returning.

First of all, you walk in to a beautiful setting. The table set up is so unique and is great for any occasion. If you're looking for genuinely good sushi than this is the place to go to. I went with three girlfriends and we tried several items off the menu and shared. I did not have one thing that I didn't like. And of course we decided to have some sake cuz, why not. We took the recommendation of the waitress and we throughly enjoyed it. I highly suggest trying out this restaurant if you're in the area.

Enjoyed the omakase at Kinzo last night. Chef Leo is very friendly and personable, engaging in very genuine conversation throughout the night, and was very descriptive about all of the dishes that were served to us. I wish we had a cheat sheet of all the items we had last night, because I definitely do not remember all of them in the flurry of flavorful fish that was served to us. Firstly - drink options are very good. I appreciated the four mocktail options on the menu. I tried the Painkiller, which was an incredibly smooth pineapple concoction mixed with coconut milk. My partner and I both wanted sparkling water, and we found it curious that the waitress would serve us two small bottles of Pellegrino vs. one large bottle to share, so something for them to consider ongoing, which is a minor thing. The appetizer part of the meal was okay. The meal began with a simple salad. Next, followed my favorite - the Canadian oyster which was so bright from the abundant amount of grapefruit segments served atop. Then followed a trio of small tastes, of which the ceviche was the most tasty and flavorful, with the other two plates quite bland. The chawanmushi was fine, a bit more overdone than I've normally seen, but I did like the nice dollop of tuna served with it. The nigiri section of the meal was a riproaring ride into flavortown. Almost every piece was a punch to the mouth of flavor, from the first incredibly citrusy bite, to the soy-marinated pieces, to our favorite, the ocean trout which was the nigiri of the month, glazed lightly in truffle soy and melted entirely into the mouth. The other piece we really loved was the sea perch, lightly broiled, and was the only piece that was understated in dressed flavor and allowed the fish to shine on its own. Dessert was a trio of things - including the tiniest creme brulee, half of a green tea mochi ice cream, and a tiny Japanese peach which was the best little bite. Overall, this meal was okay - above average, but not the most amazing meal we've had. We were satisfied and full, but not feeling like we have to return anytime soon. As for Dallas-area omakases, we still prefer Tatsu, for a similar price point, but with a far more polished delivery of dishes as well as service. The omakase at Kinzo feels incredibly more youthful, experimental and imbalanced, and hopefully they find a firmer footing soon.

Absolutely amazing! I'm from Los Angeles and good and fresh sushi is easy to come by, but I was having a hard time finding a place similar to the restaurants we used to go to. A friend recommended this spot and it was spot on. The fish is incredible and the chef truly knows what he's doing. The down side is, it is unreasonably expensive. We spent $600 between two people and still walked out hungry. So, if you want to enjoy good sushi, make sure you have deep pockets. I hope they do not go out of business because of how expensive it is because it would be a shame to lose this spot. Otherwise, service and ambiance is great!

Did you ever want to eat at Nobu but need more time or money? Have no fear; I have the solution right here in our backyard! Well, the North Dallas backyard, that is. Just a short drive down Main Street to Little Elm, Kinzo is a must-visit sushi restaurant. This hidden gem is the brainchild of Chef Leo Kekoa. It is a quaint little place with a 360-degree look at the sushi bar. Do not expect to eat and run. It is an experience. They do not offer takeout. Their food is so high quality that they require you to eat it on-site. Chef Jin was the phenomenal Chef I had the pleasure and privilege to sample. The fish is so fresh it is like they plucked it right out of the sea. But before I tell you about the main course, let's discuss the appetizers. The Chef cooked the Brussels sprouts perfectly, but I found they had been overdressed with the balsamic. We also had the two pc shrimp tempura. They were delicious and fried to perfection. The batter was like Goldilocks: not too thick, not too thin. It was just right. Finally, we had the Hijiki salad. It is black Hijiki seaweed as the foundation. It is so fresh that you do not even realize it is seaweed. The sesame Daishi dressing is a perfect complement to the salad. I stuck with the rolls for the main course since this was my first time visiting this cute neighborhood joint. We had three. The Fuyu, Natsu, and Haru. All three were distinctively and deliciously different, each with its highlights. The Haru was unique because it used cucumber to wrap bluefin tuna, salmon, yellowfin, and snow crab, topped with ceviche and a gold leaf to make you feel extra special. It was beautiful and light. Next, we tried the Natsu. The Natsu is a perfect bite combining texture, spice, and flavor. It is a roll with shrimp tempura, spicy tuna, guacamole, tempura crunch, threaded red pepper, and garlic aioli. Last, we tried the Fuyu. It is a smart combination of snow crab, guacamole, seared salmon, ginger, chives, sesame olive oil, and yuzu soy. Monica, our super sweet and super knowledgeable waitress, made us promise to try the nigiri and sashimi when we returned. That was an easy promise for me to make, and when I do, I will be sure to add to this post. Before I close, let me tell you about our desserts. I am always looking for the perfect chocolate cake. I tried the cake. It was super delicious. It could be sweeter, but it is the fudge version with a berry compote. The highlight was the crème brûlée. Usually, I'm not too fond of the brûlée because they are typically over caramelized, even burnt. But this crème brûlée was PERFECTION! The Chef caramelized the sugar to perfection. It broke like tempered glass to spoon the creamiest custard I have ever tasted. Remember you must eat it there, so do not indulge so much that you miss the finale. Enjoy fellow sushi fans!

I could eat here gleefully on a weekly basis if it weren't for the price point. (Which isn't an overshot by any means, it's an absolutely "worth-it" experience.) The sushi bar has the perfect lighting and atmosphere. I am by no means an expert on the way their reservations are handled- I know I reserved ours on Resy around a week in advance and they didn't have any openings for the one-on-one 18 course Omakase option. We had the MINI Omakase and four oysters and it was the perfect amount of food, I'm not sure how I'll fit more when I go back for the full course. I would simply bore you if I went on and on about each detail of this dinner. Go experience it for yourself, it is TRULY a production. Our chef was wonderful and informative, our waiter was about as helpful as they come- extremely knowledgeable and went above and beyond for us during our first visit. Would you ever believe me if I told you that the best old fashioned I've ever had was in a sushi dining room... Just a massively positive first impression all the way around. I absolutely look forward to my next meal here, as well as bringing my friends along to experience the beauty and umami.

My husband and I absolutely ADORE kinzo. We did the full omakase experience with 18 courses for our anniversary dinner and thoroughly enjoyed it. The wait staff is extremely attentive, down to changing our silverware between certain dishes, and napkins. Theres a spot to hang your purse or small coat under the table where we sat at the bar which I appreciated. Although be careful! I don't like the wood is finished and I believe I got a splinter trying to hang my purse. The chefs greeted us as we sat down, and beautifully narrated through each and every dish they were preparing for us. It was definitely an intimate experience as I don't think they take more than 2-3 personalized omakase experiences at once. The sushi was extremely special, and tastes incredible. The chefs are extremely talented and are experts in their work.

Amazing!!! Truly 10/10 for food and service. Everything we tried was so good and their fish is flown fresh from Japan on a weekly basis multiple times. Worth the $. We tried to book the Omakase but it was full, we did our own version of the Omakase choosing as many things as we could. Attaching a few of the picture. The cocktails and dessert were also amazing. We got to chat with Jake a lot one of the chefs and he was hilarious and also gave us a bunch of fun facts. We will definitely be back! Nice that Frisco has a restaurant like this in the area.

Kinzo in Frisco is one of my favorite places for Omakase and sushi. It's my third time here, and I always have a wonderful experience. You can enjoy an elegant and delightful multi-course Omakase meal without having to venture into Dallas. For their 18-course Omakase, they feature the freshest fish and ingredients available for that week. Chef Leo takes the time to explain each dish beautifully, sharing details about the origin of the ingredients and how they were prepared. Reservations are required, and it's priced at $185 per person. They do offer à la carte items and a mini Omakase option (no need for reservations for this), but their primary focus is on sushi and sashimi.

Food - 4 Service - 5 Value - 4 Restrooms - 5 We came here for the mini Omakase. We found the experience to be good, but it isn't good enough that we'd keep coming back given there are places of equal or better quality closer to us. Service was outstanding and restrooms were clean.

Quality: 5 stars Service: 5 stars Ambiance: 5 stars All around a phenomenal experience. It's refreshing to finally have high quality sushi in West Frisco. We came in for our anniversary dinner on Halloween and we cannot wait to come back to try the Omakase. The sushi chefs provided great interactions. Highly recommend and almost want to gate-keep this place however we have to give credit where it's due. This is upscale and what Frisco needed. Thank you Kinzo!

If I had to describe my experience using one word it would be PHENOMENAL! The atmosphere, staff, drinks, and food were incredible! Although we are not well versed in sushi terminology, chef Jake and staff made my fiancé's 40th birthday celebration an unforgettable experience! Chef Jake's recommendations were top notch! 10/10 recommend for any special occasion! Our experience here was a night to remember and we will definitely be returning for more special occasions!

We made reservations for the a la carte menu. The quality and flavors of the sushi were excellent, but it was very pricey. The food did come out fast. We came early and would not be seated until our reservation time even though seats were open. I would like to see a better wine program. And we may go back to try the omakase experience. But I doubt I would go to eat a la carte again.

Awesome service Awesome staff Love the Japanese decor here calm and beautiful Food is top notch feel like your in Japan for sure. Definitely will be back!!!

Excited to have another sushi omakase restaurant in the DFW area! Finally got to try this place after following all the hype over instagram, and so glad I did. We had an omakase reservation, an intimate 6-seat experience with 2 seatings per night. We had the later seating - I generally try to book the later seatings for omakase so that it feels relaxed. The sushi experience led by Chef Leo was excellent throughout. As someone who has visited many omakase restaurants around Dallas and the U.S., I'm a little nit-picky... So I'll start with a few minor criticisms: I thought that the slices of fish on the nigiri were a little on the thinner side than I am used to. But perhaps this is Chef Leo's personal preference. On the first nigiri, madai, I felt that there was a little too much salt sprinkled on top. As I've mentioned in other reviews, however, I have a salt-sensitive palate, so this may have just been me. I also felt that sometimes, the service was a little lacking - we found ourselves filling our sake glasses during our meal. (Again, apologies - I realize I am nit-picking and probably sound like a snob!) Now, onto the good stuff. Upon looking through the beverage menu, we were pleasantly surprised at the value of some of the sake bottles. We went straight for our favorite sake - the Chiebijin junmai daiginjo. If I recall correctly, Kinzo sells this bottle for ~$170, which is very reasonable. We also got a bottle of the Uka sparkling sake halfway through our meal, as we know we enjoy that too :) Regardless of the thickness of the fish, the quality was definitely top-notch! Very fresh, vibrant colors, no complaints with every bite. My favorites: kinmedai, shima aji, nodoguro, and of course, otoro topped with caviar! I was glad that Chef Leo hit pretty much all my classic faves with his menu! I also really enjoyed what he called the "Hokkaido family" temaki - scallop topped with plenty of uni! Oh my goodness, this handroll melted in my mouth!!! I liked the variety of kitchen courses mixed in with the nigiri, including chawanmushi with kasugodai, ankimo, shiitake, and ikura, and later coming through with black cod teriyaki! The dessert was a trio of creme brulee, matcha mochi ice cream, and wakamomo. A lovely finisher, but here, gonna be a snob again as I'm very particular about creme brulee, haha... I liked the caramelization in the mini brulee - thin yet crispy - but the custard part was a little too thick. I still enjoyed every bite because the flavor was excellent, not too sweet! And I will never complain about some matcha ice cream! The tamago as the last course was very fluffy with perfect amount of subtle sweetness - well done, chef! For our omakase, I counted 16 courses, with a few of them being a mini-trio like the sashimi and dessert courses. There were 8 nigiri and 1 handroll as part of our menu, which is less than other omakases I've been to, but I certainly felt full and happily satisfied by the end of our meal. There was no a la carte option to add on or repeat a nigiri at the end.. but maybe that will be an option in the future? For ~$200 a person and lasting about 2 hours, Kinzo is worth every minute, every bite, every penny. I do appreciate that they started on time, and Chef Leo kept a relaxed pace. He's super easy-going and fun to talk to, which makes the experience even better! Although Frisco is a little far away, I will be back for some more! Thank you, Chef Leo! :) IG @yuuki_eats

i was definitely a skeptic about this place given the location and the set up of the store; i'm used to most omakase places being either JUST the sushi bar or a much smaller/intimate setting. Kinzo has one side of the bar for full omakase with the lead chef, the other side for mini omakase, cocktail bar right next to all this and some general seating in the back. they played interesting acoustic covers of pop music and there was a mix of very celebratory and very casual dress. not what i would expect from a restaurant that asked me to put down $200+ deposit for when making a reservation. that being said, the interior is beautiful and all the chefs and wait staff were welcoming. great for date night or an after work treat-yourself meal. i don't really like sushi, but damn i really enjoyed our omakase here. i can say confidently if you're a sushi purist, however, you might not enjoy this place so much. the sushi pieces were dressed with sauces and accompaniments, however not smothered with gold flakes or caviar or stacked with other extraneous ingredients. for my palate, this was perfect. while i was upset my favorite cuts of fish were not in season, the waiter was sweet to recommend other similar fishes. all the other fishes offered in the omakase were even better than i thought they could've been. he started off with a beautiful oyster dish that was so tender and fresh. most of the fish throughout the courses were familiar to me but none of them tasted the way that i've had them before (for the better!). they had a chawanmushi course, somen noodles, seabass yakitori to die for (legit i mean it when i say 10 out of 10), the most tender (apparently lean) tuna i've ever had followed by the toro cut of the same fish, and a silver skin fish that i usually hate eating but this one was surprisingly palatable. he served multiple snappers and each one tasted different and some how better than the one before it. the matcha mochi ice cream dessert and blackberry creme brulee was incredible as well. all in all, there wasn't a single thing that came out that i wasn't impressed with. the lead chef was so kind to explain all the ingredients and plate our food quickly with a smile. we're not talkative guys but for our fellow diners he was extremely friendly and chatted as if they were long time friends. it's really nice to know i don't have to battle the traffic and drive downtown for good omakase. i'll happily pay the higher price point for omakase here because of how fresh the fish tasted and the unstuffy ambiance of the restaurant.

I love Japanese sushi places, and have been to dozens, many good, some not so good or fresh, and a handful that are great and if close return many times. Kinzo is my first time and Clear #1! Flavors are so over the top, unique fish most from Japan, and the presentation was great. I tried the Mini Omakase and added to it. I recently moved to Frisco and is now my go to. Try it but you'll likely want to get reservations. I got lucky at 5pm on Saturday to get a spot.