Top 12 Omakase Restaurants
Konnichiwa! Games and eating go hand in hand because we’ll always pass the baton to others when deciding on what to eat. It is an endless of, “You choose la” that the plan rarely happens. Thankfully the Japanese culture has a solution for the indecisive ones. It’s called ‘Omakase’ which means ‘I’ll leave it to you’ meaning leaving it to the chef to decide on your dishes. This tradition is popular in fine dining sushi restaurants where the chef prepares your dish right in front of you and serves you on the spot. We’ll uncover the best Omakase restaurants for you to explore and remember to make reservations before dropping by.
1. Sushi Oribe KL
This place embodies the spirit of making every encounter a one-time experience and therefore the dining experience is unique, memorable and long-lasting. You can choose from the normal omakase or the special omakase but booking a week in advance is required. Special omakase’s will be charged a deposit upon booking. Their omakase changes seasonally so do check out their website to know which omakase they’re serving.
Address & Opening Hours
Vipod Residences, Ground Floor Block C-1, No 6, Jalan Kia Peng, Kuala Lumpur, 50450 Kuala Lumpur.
Sunday –Thursday: 12pm – 3 pm, 6 pm – 10 pm
Friday – Saturday: 12pm – 3 pm, 6 pm – 11 pm
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2. Sushi ORI @ Bukit Bintang
A great emphasis is placed on hospitality and quality in this joint. The chef who was part of Sushi Oribe & Sushi Hinata founded this place and loyal customers who are familiar with the chef would drop by for his exceptional food and service. Every dish served is flavourful and made with the finest ingredients. It’s a wonderful gastronomical affair that makes you appreciate food all over again.
Address & Opening Hours
Menara Keck Seng, 203, Bukit Bintang St, Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur.
Tuesday – Saturday: 12 pm – 2.30 pm, 6 pm – 10 pm
Sunday: 6 pm – 10 pm
*Closed on Monday
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3. Sushi Hara
The chef is a magician when it comes to sushi as the ingredients are freshly flown from Tokyo and the chef is intuitive if the ingredients are good enough to be served. Now, that’s a priceless quality. For special omakase, advanced reservations of 10 days are required and pricing can vary due to the availability of premium seasonal ingredients. So do check with the chef or the restaurant manager on the special omakase menu and pricing before making your reservations.
Address & Opening Hours
The LINC KL, No. 360, Level 2-12 & 13, Jalan Tun Razak, 50400 Kuala Lumpur.
Daily: 12 pm – 2.30 pm, 6 pm – 10 pm
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4. Hanaya
They bring Japan to you because from the moment you enter their space and sample their food, you immediately feel like your transported to Japan. They take pride in offering you their exceptional service in terms of food where almost every dish would surprise you at how tasty it is and with the ambience to ensure you feel comfortable and have a pleasant dining experience.
Address & Opening Hours
Lobby Floor, Grand Millennium Kuala Lumpur 160 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur.
Daily: 11.30 am – 10.30 pm
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5. Sushi Hibiki
They serve 3 different omakase – normal, premium and chef special. The chef special needs to be reserved 4 days in advance. Their ideology is that the art of eating is about your companions rather than your food and the chef goes all out to ensure your dining experience is fantastic with their exceptional personalised service. Most chefs pay attention to their diners every move to gauge if they’re having a good time and sometimes the chef might create a surprise dish just for you to thank you for enjoying your meal.
Address & Opening Hours
Lot B1-04(A), Basement 1 Shoppes at Four Seasons Place KL No, 145, Jalan Ampang, 50450 Kuala Lumpur.
Monday, Wednesday – Friday: 6 pm – 10 pm
Weekends: 12.30 pm – 2.30 pm, 6 pm – 10 pm
*Closed on Tuesday
[On Google, closed on Monday. On website, closed on Tuesday]
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6. Sushi Den
Of course, we’ve got to have a place where your dining with the city skyline view and Sushi Den offers just that as it is located on the 48th level of the Naza Tower. An intimate setting, paired with a gorgeous view takes the dining experience up a notch. The food is undeniably amazing thanks to the chef’s perfection in executing his dishes with the best ingredients from Japan. A 50% pre-dinner deposit is required to book your place.
Address & Opening Hours
Platinum Park, Level 48, Naza Tower, 50088 Kuala Lumpur.
Monday – Saturday: 7 pm – 9 pm
*Closed on Sunday
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7. Edju
Edju is bold and makes edgy decisions as they are fearless and creative when it comes to their food. Their food is focused on contemporary and rich in umami flavours. They use aged fish instead of fresh fish in their food and the reason behind as breakdown of the muscle and fat would result in the fish having a silkier texture and its flavour intensifies with the marination. It’s probably a genius move as their place is always packed and a deposit is required when you make your reservations.
Address & Opening Hours
G-19 Ground Floor, Damansara City Mall, Damansara City, 6, Jalan Damanlela, Damansara City, 50490 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur.
Monday – Saturday: 12 pm – 12 am
*Closed on Sunday
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8. Sushi Azabu
Sushi Azabu started in New York and graced their presence here but what’s even more astounding is their chef is a Michelin-starred chef which results in a world-class dining experience. This place offers you exceptional service from the minute you enter and the chef takes you on an amazing gastronomical journey with his expertise on the art of sushi. It is an experience that you should invest in.
Address & Opening Hours
4F Lot 10 Shopping Centre, 50, Jalan Sultan Ismail, 50250 Kuala Lumpur.
Tuesday – Thursday & Sunday: 12pm – 3 pm, 6pm – 10 pm
Friday & Saturday: 12 pm – 3 pm, 6 pm – 11 pm
*Closed on Monday
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9. Tenmasa
Tenmasa’s expertise lies in tempura dishes and they serve it in a casual and chic ambience. Their food is delicious as their produce is fresh from Japan and be it their classic tempura or other mouth-watering dishes, you’re in for a delicious treat. Their menu changes according to the seasons in Japan to source the best ingredients so do check out before visiting them.
Address & Opening Hours
Platinum Park, Persiaran KLCC, Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 50088 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur.
Monday – Saturday: 12 pm – 2 pm, 6 pm – 10 pm
*Closed on Sunday
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10. Uo-Sho
Do indulge me in a creative word-play because I’m sure that ‘you’re sure’ about this. Hehe. Anyway, this place is good for sure because Japanese restaurants always place hospitality and excellent service at the top. So you’re in good hands with this place as their food is prepared and served with the customer’s satisfaction in mind so that every meal served to you is guaranteed perfection.
Address & Opening Hours
Hartamas Shopping Centre, Plaza Damas, N-1-4, Jalan Sri Hartamas 1, Taman Sri Hartamas, 50480 Kuala Lumpur.
Monday – Wednesday & Friday: 12 pm – 2.30 pm, 5 pm – 10.30 pm
Weekends: 2 pm – 10.30 pm
*Closed on Thursday
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11. Taka/Ushi
They serve you sushi (Taka) and they serve you beef (Ushi) and they’re both wonderfully delicious. They serve 2 omakase and it differs in the number of dishes so do check their menu out to choose the best omakase for you. Their omakase menu is not just limited to sushi but also includes beef dishes served in various cooking methods. Their sushi is undoubtedly prepared with the best ingredients that you could taste how fresh each ingredient is in a dish.
Address & Opening Hours
No. 6, Level 3A, The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur, Jalan Stesen Sentral 2, Kuala Lumpur Sentral, 50470 Kuala Lumpur.
Tuesday – Sunday: 12 pm – 2.30 pm; 6.30 pm – 10.30 pm
*Closed on Monday
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12. Ishin Japanese Dining
You’re spoilt for a choice at this dining place. Ishin’s omakase menu is priced based on your choice of sashimi and the number of courses. Their sashimi spread is generous in terms of choices and sizes as you get the freshest and premium quality sashimi garnished with freshly grated wasabi and pickled ginger. Their meals are a work of art as they are precise in ensuring that the presentation of the meal dictates how good the food will taste.
Address & Opening Hours
No. 202, Persiaran Klang Batu 3 3/4 Off Jalan Kelang Lama, 58000 Kuala Lumpur.
Daily: 12pm – 3 pm, 6 pm – 10 pm
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