Mitsukawa — Restaurant in Kanazawa

I’ve had Omakase in many places like Osaka, Tokyo, and New York, and unfortunately, this was one of the most disappointing experiences I’ve ever had.

First of all, the service was extremely poor. The chef noticed my empty plate and cleared it himself — while the staff behind me just stood there doing nothing. Throughout the meal, the chef barely introduced the fish. He would just say one word about the type and move on with no explanation, story, or engagement. The chef also didn’t check in about our experience at all after the meal is finished.

Second, the atmosphere was terrible. The restaurant was dark and gloomy, with worn-out walls and a stained ceiling. It honestly felt like they hadn’t updated anything in years and just moved into an old, leftover space.

Third, while the fish was reasonably fresh, the rice was not great. The first piece of sushi came with rice that was a bit falling apart and strangely warm, something I’ve never encountered at other respectable Omakase. For the price, which is not that much cheaper than other places, the quality just didn’t match.

If you’re a traveler, please consider other options. There are so many better Omakase options out there. This one simply isn’t worth it. I would rate the food 6/10, atmosphere 2/10, and service 2/10. We are so disappointed after this meal that we have to post this comment. Please...

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