Yamada: My Favorite Kaiseki in New York Is Back! 🌟

Some restaurants do amazing work but don’t last long. Yamada is one of those places—it opened in Midtown once, and the food was so stunning that it left a lasting impression, but it disappeared just as quickly. Recently, it quietly reopened, and I couldn’t wait to return. 🌆 🌟Here’s a funny little side note: usually, the maître d’ at high-end Japanese restaurants is very gentle and refined, but this place is different. He’s incredibly friendly and offers top-notch service, yet he has this Russian oligarch vibe. Wherever his gaze falls, no one dares to leave any food on their plate. 🤔 I casually asked, “Has the recent tariff affected you?” The waiter’s expression immediately turned serious and called over the maître d’. He instantly switched to a diplomatic tone and began discussing their procurement strategy and supply chain arrangements. 📈 .🌟.I was just making small talk; I didn’t plan to audit your financial model—you’re not even a publicly traded company, and I don’t want to work overtime on a Saturday. 😅 He added, “We’ve stockpiled sake through June,” with a calm tone but a resolute look in his eyes, as if he was saying, “We’ll drink the last drop even if supplies run out, and we’ll go down with dignity.” #NewYork 🍶🌟