Kosho

Food was good, but the service was terrible. Our server was very forgetful, and he was a bit rude near the end of our visit since we had to ask to get the spicy tuna don removed from the check because I could hardly eat it and had to send it back. It was way too spicy. For the food, the salmon crudo and seared hamachi are good options, but the waygu short rib was chewy. The pork bao are decent, nothing too special. I was surprised since this place is rated so highly, and I don’t plan on coming back.

4.2/5! The service was really good. Our server was fun and gave us plenty of recommendations. Really nice space with a Yoshimoto Nara picture on the wall, loved that touch. I got the #9 drink to start and then the sake juice box which was adorable. The star of the night probably was the salmon crudo, so delicious and fresh! We got the wagyu short rib for hotpot and the portion of the meat was perfect along with the served sides. (Also our server gave us what l believe was a chili oil sauce and it elevated and complimented the meat a lot.) My only critic is that I wish that the hot pot being only at the bar was a little bit more advertised. Initially I didn't realize that you only get hotpot if you pick to sit at the Shabu counter when I made the reservation. Thankfully I decided to look at the menu at that's when I actually realized so maybe a rookie mistake but that could've been frustrating if I hadn't went back to look at the menu. So just something to keep in mind! I will be back to try more. :)

From the moment we stepped through the door at koshō we were greeted with smiles and promptly sat. The vibes were high throughout the restaurant and the food smelled absolutely delicious! We knew it would not disappoint. I have to start with the attention to detail when it comes to service though…they are absolutely on another level. From the hosts to the kitchen staff, I have never experienced such thoughtful hospitality! Not only did the manager Karson chat with us at length making us feel like family but the chef also came by our table and sat with us for quite some time! They were both so kind and made the experience truly unforgettable. While we would come back for just the service alone the food was just as amazing!! We ordered the bao buns, chicken & salmon skewers, garlic noodles (MUST TRY), & some gorgeous cocktails (they juice everything fresh in house daily!) We were so beyond impressed by every aspect of this restaurant and are so thrilled to have it in the neighborhood! We are sure to be their new regulars & could not recommend it enough!

In Nashville for an art festival and stumbled on this little gem. The food and service were top notch. Met one of the partners who shared his story and passion on a plate. Highly recommend! Great food, great concept and impeccable service! Treat yourself and someone special!

In town for work and what luck to have such an establishment as Koshō near the hotel! The food was excellent. I had 3 kinds of Yakitori (beef, chicken, pork) and they were unbelievably good. I recommend them all. What really surprised me was the yuzu kosho condiment on the side. Wow! They need to bottle that stuff. Also tried the Ponzu New York Prime which was tender and satisfying. The mushrooms on that dish almost upstage the steak. I wish I had room for more but I am certainly coming back to try the rest of the menu and the shabu shabu. Service was great as well. Top notch. Every guest gets a hand written note at the end saying thanks. Very nice touch. Nashville, you got yourself a pretty darn good Japanese styled joint here!

Amazing food, excellent service in lovely restaurant setting. Best we’ve had on our 3 week tour of Nashville, Memphis and NOLA. Great menu. Lots of interesting choices. Ahi toast, garlic noodles, wagyu croquettes were all delicious. Fab cocktails made by Victoria. We hope to visit again before we go home. If you’re in Nashville- you have to check this out!

So glad we found this gem before it gets packed! The Ahi Toast was the top dish of our meal. What a glorious combination of flavors and textures! Unagi and Crispy Rice was another standout dish. The Wagyu Croquettes just didn't wow us like other reviewers. Both the Garlic Noodles and Ginger Bok Choy were swimming in their respective spices, much to our enjoyment. And as everyone raves, service was super friendly, prompt and kind. We're definitely coming back! I've included pictures of the current menu, to help those on the fence to decide to eat here. (note - the Ahi Tuna dish comes with 3 toasts, but we inhaled two before remembering to take a picture :) )

Every second we spent here was absolutely phenomenal. From being greeted by the sweetest girl the moment we stepped in the door, to the bartender coming over to make sure we loved our drinks, to the incredible service we received from David. The food blew us away, and there was not one thing we didn't truly enjoy. They have figured out how to ensure each guest truly has an experience here, not just a good meal. We cannot wait to return over and over again!!!

THIS PLACE DESERVES 10 CLAPS! Super elevated food, decor, service. Can't recommend enough! Must try their Shabu Shabu, the edamame hummus and the banana pudding. One thing to note, the parking lot next door says $5 for first hour parking but it's really $5 for the first 30 mins and then $30 after for next 6 hrs. This is no reflection on the restaurant though.

You're definitely going to want to add this spot to your list! Their menu includes: Japanese small plates (Izakaya), skewers (Yakitori), and Japanese Shabu Shabu (Hot Pot) at their bar seating. Both the food and cocktails were made to perfection and the entire staff was so welcoming. Not to mention, the ambiance was so modern yet cozy. Make sure to also check out their cozy bar area as well! I am still in awe after this dining experience. Downtown Nashville Number 9 Ahi toast, Cucumber Sunomono, Unagi & Crispy Rice, Kosho Garlic Noodles, Wagyu Short Rib, Lamb Chops, House Special Desert: GF matcha cheesecake Small pay to park lot attached + parking garage on the other side of the building

Newly opened Japanese restaurant (opened 3.7), which had just been open for a week. I specifically went there for their sukiyaki. Even though it's only been open for a week, it's already super popular--I could only get a reservation at 8:30 PM. I checked next week's schedule, and all the good time slots were already taken. The total cost was about $50 per person (I didn't order alcohol because I forgot to bring my ID after working out). I noticed that the restaurant's name, "Kosho", was written on the entrance. In Japanese, "こしょう" (koshou) usually means pepper. However, the restaurant's name is spelled as Kosho, it's a bit confusing. (If anyone can explain, let me know!) Alright, now for the recommendations Appetizers Spicy Tuna Don: They give you a huge bowl of rice and tuna! The rice underneath was warm and fluffy, while the fresh, well-seasoned tuna sat on top, garnished with shredded nori and sesame seeds. Super tasty! Unagi & Crispy Rice: I didn't order this one, but I overheard people at the next table saying it was really good. The appearance looked great too! Yakitori (Grilled Skewers) I ordered three chicken skewers with green onions in the middle--delicious! Very authentic Japanese style. To be honest, it tasted almost the same as what I had in Kyoto back in January. Japanese Hotpot (Sukiyaki) Process Step 1: Choose the broth Options: Miso broth:Can get salty after cooking for a while. Sukiyaki broth:Starts off with a great balance, but if cooked too long, it gets too sweet. Kombu dashi :Think of it like oden broth, light and mild. We chose sukiyaki broth--perfect at the beginning, and the vegetables absorbed the broth really well! Step 2: Choose your protein We went with NY Strip steak. This step determines how much you'll spend-choosing Wagyu will be way more expensive, while just getting vegetables is much cheaper. The beef was incredibly fresh, sliced right before cooking. Dip it for just 5 seconds, and it's perfect! Step 3: Choose your rice Options: White rice or brown rice. We went with brown rice. Even though we only ordered one hotpot, they still gave us two bowls of rice. Step 4: Vegetable platter This comes by default and also includes a portion of noodles. Step 5: Dipping sauces You get four different sauces: Sesame sauce Yuzu sauce Minced garlic Chopped green onions Here's my favorite way to eat it: For the meat, I like to dip it in garlic first, then into sesame sauce--amazing! For the veggies, they absorb the sukiyaki broth so well that I usually eat them as they are, without any extra sauce. For the noodles, after boiling, I dipped them in yuzu sauce and added some chopped green onions-classic Japanese zaru-style dipping noodles! Extra Dish: Kosho Garlic Noodles We were afraid we wouldn't have enough food, so we also ordered the Kosho Garlic Noodles. It was okay-had mushrooms, shrimp, and a strong buttery flavor. Not bad, but nothing extraordinary--just met expectations, not something I'd strongly recommend. Dessert We were too full for dessert. The restaurant offers a special dessert each day--today's was matcha cheesecake. I was actually curious about another one: Ube banana pudding. I saw other tables ordering it, and it was huge!definitely enough for 3-4 people to share! Overall, it was a great experience, and I'd definitely love to go back!

Was so excited to check out this place! We arrived a little late to our reservation and they were still kind enough to accommodate us. To start off, our server was phenomenal! Had all the recommendations and was super sweet. To start, my friend got the mezcal drink and I got the margarita, both of which were delicious. For food, we split the crispy rice, chicken kaarage (spicy), and the pork bao. The crispy rice was good but we had to deconstruct because it was too big for individual bites. The chicken was a subtle spicy and was so good. Our favorite was the bao. Usually not a fan of bao because the ratio of meat to bun is never right (always too much bread). This one was legit filled with meat and was perfect - still thinking about the flavors today. Overall highly recommend checking out. I will mention parking is a beast (so expensive) so recommend ubering or circling for street parking if able.

Literally everything is amazing. Shabu with Wagyu ! Garlic noodles and lamb pops are a must. Suuuuuuuper nice staff. Must go.

Tonight was my second time at Kosho! It was, again, a 10/10. Tonight was even better because our server was AMAZING! Joyous went above and beyond to make sure we were satisfied. She was knowledgeable, attentive, and personable. We LOVED her!!! My birthday was 2 weeks ago, and she made sure we STILL celebrated. I mean, honestly, the whole experience was a 10/10. No food was left behind lol.

Excited for a new Asian place in Nashville! My friend and I went out on a Tuesday night and were greeted by enthusiastic and attentive staff. I think the food was pretty decent for Nashville/southern standards (although admittedly we ordered too much off the main menu and didn't get to try the hotpot), and we ended up paying ~$160 for several plates and a drink. 5/5 for service, 4/5 for food taste (wagyu croquettes were a bit dry, garlic noodles had excellent flavor but a bit mushy). I felt like the spicy chicken kaarage (asian fried chicken), although advertised as "fire", was not quite spicy enough. But overall definitely a southern/american spin on Japanese food as advertised, maybe still working out the kinks as we came their first week of opening on a weeknight. Would still recommend to try out as I selfishly want the Asian food scene in Nashville to flourish!

Kosho is a new gem in SoBro. The food was the main star of the show. The wagyu croquettes were crispy and rich, the garlic noodles had great flavor, and the ahi toast was fresh and light. The modern, vibey ambience makes it perfect for date night. The cocktails were just as good - well balanced and smooth. Service was friendly and attentive. Everything felt thoughtfully done, from the food to the atmosphere. Whether you're here for a night out or a special occasion, Kosho is worth it. Definitely coming back the next time I'm in town!

Amazing food, amazing service and amazing hospitality! Salmon crudo and lamb lollipops were out of this world

Came here with my wife and young daughter. Amazing vibe and the food was very good. Staff was attentive and friendly. Would definitely come again

This place is bomb. Food, service & ambience all great. Would definitely come again. Owner Sol is short but cool.

Kosho by Tabu is THE best Asian spot in Nashville. The vibe is sleek and classy, perfect for a night out with your SO or a group of friends. The food is amazing--tasty grilled yakitori, creative small plates, and fresh ingredients like seafood.