Izakaya Yajiuma

Amazing 7 course dinner - my boyfriend was celebrating his birthday, they made a special dessert for him and gave us 2 espresso martinis. I would recommend this restaurant if you love sushi

I had a lovely dinner here on a thursday evening. It's a fancy, slightly posh-feeling restaurant. It was very busy and they had loud electronic music being dj-ed live. That wasn't so amazing, but I can see the appeal for some. The service was fast and efficient, pouring water and wine in a timely manner, explaining the dishes and giving suggestions when possible. The food was really fresh, lovely mis en place, and brilliant flavors. I truly liked it, but it is definitely quite expensive for my budget and preference. I think the quality does reflect the price, though. I tried most of the cocktails and they were ok, a bit on the sweet side. Not outstanding, like the food.

Japanese / Peruvian flavors with loud music and open bar style eating. We walked into this restaurant and sat at the main bar without reservation. The rest of the seating appears to be bar style sharing a long wood table cut direct from a giant tree. Very friendly staff and nice portions. Fresh and clean as well as colorful presentations. Well-balanced offering, although we missed getting hamachi kama.