Chris
The evening started off with a glass of sake while we waited to be seated inside. Once inside, we were mesmerized with each course. The sushi here is extremely fresh and there’s honestly no better sushi or sashimi in Dallas than Tatsu. Even the courses where we didn’t expect much had us intrigued and fascinated. We were so impressed with each and every course, we ordered a few more afterwards. Even the sweet potato ice cream was unexpectedly good. Everything was unbelievably fresh and beyond delicious, there’s just no comparison in Dallas. Pictures of every item we had are attached but it genuinely does not do justice for how good this place is.
I think this is the only place i ever gave 5 stars for every category, and it really is well deserved. The service was amazing, not just the wait staff but especially the chef. They made us feel welcome and explained each course with detail. The interior is simple yet chic, fitting for an omakase experience. Even the bathroom was well decorated and super clean.
Getting a reservation required me to refresh their website every second at 8am to make sure i can reserve the date and time i wanted, and good thing i did because every time slot was sold out within 5 minutes. It definitely was not a cheap evening but one visit and you’ll understand why this place was the only Michelin star restaurant in Dallas. I highly recommend at least a one time visit if you’re ever looking for a very special evening.
… moreLuke Huddleston
Amazing food and unique experience. Omakase at its best. Chef Tatsuya Sekiguchi puts such care and respect into every piece of food he touches – the result is a delicious bite with every course served.
The staff is equally in-tune, anticipating any request you might have as the evening progresses.
As for the setting – a lovely living room waiting area, feels like you are joining a party at someone’s home. Then you move into the kitchen, where you are invited to sit, with a front row seat as Chef creates a tasting masterpiece.
Make it a priority to experience this, 2 year running, first in Dallas Michelin Star gem.
… moreBryan McDonald
Definitely didn’t disappoint at all as a dining experience. I would recommend the sake pairing but my pallet felt lacking here. I would do again next year.
… moreRuby Ruiz
From beginning to end Tatsu did not disappoint!!! You have to experience it for yourself. The ambiance, the decor, the service, the food, it was all exceptional!!
This Omakase experience exceeded my expectations. From watching Chef Tatsuya craft with such delicacy and precision each nigri piece, we were always left in anticipation for the next piece. The exquisite flavors, and the service was amazing!!! We had the privilege of being seated right in front of the Chef, so we had front row seats to watch his every move. It is worth it, an unforgettable experience!
… moreGarrett Nickols
Perfect attention to detail and execution at every step, from the home style waiting room, to the level of service to each piece of nigiri nothing is lost by the team at Tatsu.
It’s an eleven person dinning experience twice per night so I fully acknowledge the difference in standards. Even with that, rearranging the waiting area to best fit the parties they have coming in that evening, and prepping each bite by making extra cuts or getting out the tweezers to remove membranes ensures nothing but a delicate melt in your mouth tasting. The team at Tatsu is dialed in and produces a fantastic experience.
… moreLucKi C.
Chef Tatsu is exceptional. Being the only Michelin Star restaurant in Dallas, my expectations were high and this restaurant and Chef did not disappoint The sushi quality was excellent as to be expected but what i enjoyed most was the conversation with Chef as he prepared each dish. There are two seating times both only fitting 12/13 people so very intimate setting. Noise level is low with diners mainly communicating with who they came with but would say the environment was very much comfortable and welcoming. the Tokyo sake was my favorite although we tasted quite a few that were also good but i’d likely do the wine pairing option if i were to return again.
… moreMinh Nguyen
I have been to Tatsu twice for omakase and was just as excited the second time. It is currently the only Michelin-starred restaurant in Dallas, and there is good reason for that. Mr. Tatsu is a man of details. He cares about everything, from the water the rice is cooked in to the origin of the fish, which is flown in fresh daily. He even remembered us when we returned, which made the experience feel even more personal. I always arrive early to get the best seat, right in front of Mr. Tatsu himself. You can tell he is down to earth and deeply dedicated to his craft. I have had sushi in Tokyo, New York City, and San Francisco, and I can confidently say you do not need to travel the world to find the best. It is right here in Dallas.
… moreLouise Razanov
We went last night for the 7.45 sitting. I liked the ambience. While we were waiting (we were told to arrive at least 15 minutes early) we ordered drinks flights with the meal. Nobody offered anything while we waited, we had to wait for the meal to start to get a drink.
All in all, I didn’t love it. Based on other reviews I had expected some chat with the chef but he said very little. There was a presentation half way through where he held up a tablet and showed us how the fish was prepared into perfect filets to them use for sushi, it felt odd.
The food itself was very ‘samey’, I didn’t get a lot of different flavors and nuance. 2 mackerel courses, 2 tuna courses. I just didn’t see much originality that I was expecting for a michelin star restaurant.
All in all, I won’t return. Shoyu was much more of a full and exciting experience for me.
… moreCherry Anan
The food and the vibe is amazing. Great omakase experience. Our second time here and will definitely coming back again. The hardest part is to get a reservation because it sold out quite quickly. Their website will tell you everything on how to reserve your spots and will send the reminder email and let you know how to get to the parking lot and how to get inside. Very organize.
… moreS Smith
We had a fantastic experience here. The service is fantastic and the staff is so kind and accommodating. The food was phenomenal and we really enjoyed the overall experience of everything. To get the reservation I set an alarm for 8 o’clock. I was able to get it at 80 one. It’s hard to get, but it was worth the effort. It’s definitely expensive but you get what you pay for a Michelin star restaurant. The only teeny tiny thing I would change is that it’s so quiet in the lobby before you’re seated, I would love some soft music playing so you can’t hear everyone quietly chatting. This was a fantastic place to spend an anniversary or any special occasion. Highly recommend!!
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