Sushi Kuwahata, the new sushi restaurant from the Issho Ni team, is now open in Ohio City. After a few private events this past weekend, Chef Kwan is moving onto the public phase of his exclusive omakase sushi experience.
Sushi Kuwahata builds off the success of the special 20-course, $200 dinners that were held at the sister restaurant in Willoughby. Last year Issho Ni owner Johanes Jonathan announced that he was opening two new concepts in the Ohio City building that was briefly home to Cha Pizza. The main floor will be dedicated to a casual eatery called Issho Ni Izakaya, while the second floor is home to Sushi Kuwahata.
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For now, Sushi Kuwahata is open only Sunday and Monday nights, with just one seating for eight guests on those nights. The 15- to 20-course meals cost $350 per person and are sold out through June. The reservations for July will open at 3 p.m. on June 20 on the restaurant's Tock page. Sometime in July, additional nights of service will be added.
Diners can expect to find a world-class omakase experience that features rare, exotic and seasonal fish flown in directly from Japan and Los Angeles. Unlike the contemporary style that was presented in Willoughby, Sushi Kuwahata is more along the lines of a Tokyo-style "edomae" style, which leans on tradition and technique over creativity.
"Each piece is a testament to the beauty of the season, showcasing the finest flavors and textures of Japan's culinary heritage," says Kwan.
The main-floor izakaya is expected to open in early July.
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