Sushi & Wine Omotesandoria

Omotesando has assembled quite a roster of impressive restaurants in the last decade, but nothing delivers a cooler time than this contemporary sushi and wine bar. Kicking off with a stellar lineup of well-executed nigiri, creative maki rolls and a library of local and imported drops, it’s become increasingly ambitious in delivering the statement that drinks are as important to the mix as the food. Billing itself as a venue where people can enjoy sushi and wine together, Sushi & Wine Omotesandoria more validly displays the free-spirited soul of fusion cooking. On the menu, they'll find scallop sushi seasoned with olive oil and cracked black pepper, further crowned with shrimp and salmon roe. It’s a strong contender against their signature “tuna trio,” which features three types of maguro — fatty otoro, broiled toro, and marinated lean tuna — draped over a single piece of sushi rice. Other diners, however, fall in love with its clever renditions of sushi rolls, like the mascarpone and sake lees, or the monkfish liver wrapped in green chili miso. A word of advice: come with an open mind. The 19-course degustation is the great entry point for that. But Sushi & Wine Omotesandoria is also a wine bar, so that means the beverage selection is well-curated. Light reds from Spain and strong-flavored whites imported from Maldova go well with vinegared rice and soy sauce. Natural wines, on the other hand, ride along the gentle flavor of sushi. Sake selections are no less impressive, selected by the SAKE Diploma. With table seating and a high-energy vibe, Sushi & Wine Omotesandoria has quickly become one of those places where a quick nibble and drink easily morphs into an evening affair among friends.