Tempura is a Japanese staple, and you can enjoy it in an elegant setting at this Fukuoka-born specialist restaurant. The menu ...

1033 Omakase's atmosphere is hip, fun and fresh Eschewing the traditional zen-den omakase setting, 1033 Omakase’s vibe is scrappy, hip and laid-back, like an exclusive club or back-alley speakeasy.

Ka-ching. Around town, most omakase offerings are prix-fixe tasting menus with a set number of sushi pieces often described as courses. Cooked dishes here and there also can be part of the experience.

The sukiyaki set costs $235 for two with the $90 option to add wagyu, while the kaiseki box set is $125 with a two-order minimum, and finally, the sashimi omakase plate is $250 “and up” for ...