Shin Sushi

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Shin Sushi had big shoes to fill, replacing what was once the bar space inhabited by 4 on 6 (Chef Saito of Sushi Note’s old restaurant). Taketoshi Azumi has successfully transformed this location into a one-of-a-kind sushi experience that is joyfully personal. 

Offering two seatings at the 8 chair bar, dinner at Shin is an elegant but quirky show that brings out Azumi’s charm and skill as a chef. I don’t know if it was the sake and beer, but course after course, the nigiri focused Omakase only got better.  Azumi prepares each piece of nigiri one by one for all in the restaurant to see.  This unique performance then transitions into him enlightening patrons with passionate descriptions of each ingredient on display.  The attention to detail by Chef and staff stand out as making the customer feel extremely welcome in this intimate setting.  Fast forward 12 courses and a few hours later, time flies as all great things must come to an end. 

Offering a truly unique sushi experience it does not come as a shock that Shin has earned an honorary Michelin star.  

(Quality: Highest – Variety: Good – Value: Average – Vibe: Highest)