Kru | Contemporary Japanese Cuisine
Japanese restaurant · Alhambra Triangle ·
Refined sushi, seasonal izakaya, and creative cocktails
Refined sushi, seasonal izakaya, and creative cocktails
"Sacramento chef Billy Ngo was recently nominated for the James Beard Award for Best Chef, California for his work at his longstanding sushi restaurant, Kru, which he opened in 2005. The menu here is updated daily, and though many of the specialty rolls are popular (like the “Tesla,” made with soft shell crab and silky avocado), the wisest diners hone in on Kru’s nigiri specials, where Ngo’s precise knife work and pristine fish selection truly shine. Omakase is offered weekly on Wednesday evenings at $200 per person." - Tamerra Griffin
"I saw that Sacramento-based Kru, helmed by Buu “Billy” Ngo, was a close finalist in the Best Chef: California category but did not take home the award." - Paolo Bicchieri
"I saw that Buu “Billy” Ngo of Sacramento-based Kru advanced to the final round for the Best Chef: California award." - Paolo Bicchieri
Sacramento’s benchmark for pristine fish and modern omakase, led by chef Billy Ngo. Featured in The New York Times and praised by The Sacramento Bee and Sactown Magazine. Reserve the counter for seasonal nigiri and standout Japanese-accented small plates.
Chef Billy Ngo’s East Sac institution blends pristine sushi, composed plates, and a polished bar. Praised by Sacramento Bee and Inside Sacramento; a destination for omakase-minded diners and industry folks alike.
