1 EL Doko Teppanyaki & Omakase
Address: 11 Dong Khoi, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1
Phone number: 079 797 1188
EL Doko is a Saigon omakase restaurant famous for its unique combination of Omakase and Teppanyaki. Here, diners will interact with the chef to understand more about Japanese culinary culture, and have the opportunity to participate in Teppanyaki performances in the open kitchen space. The restaurant imports ingredients from Japan three times a week, ensuring the dishes are always fresh and delicious.
The special Omakase menu at the restaurant includes dishes such as Atlantic cod, Hiroebi white shrimp, Kagoshima A4-A5 Wagyu beef… The special feature that many diners love the most at this Omakase Saigon restaurant is the space. Cozy, luxurious and has a dedicated comfortable area for groups of 7-10 people.
The team at EL Doko always strives to bring the most complete culinary experience to diners. Photo: FB El Doko – Teppanyaki & Omakase 11 Dong Khoi
2 Yuzu Omakase
Address: 34 Thu Khoa Huan, Ben Thanh Ward, District 1
Phone number: 093 631 55 67
Yuzu Omakase focuses on using seasonal ingredients, such as using Ma saba fish in the fall. This Omakase Saigon restaurant will bring unique culinary experiences to diners, with creative performances and smart food arrangements. For example, Hokkaido Hotate will be presented by the chef as a crystal ball with smoky bubbles.
Although the restaurant’s appearance is not too flashy but somewhat “modest”, this is still a favorite destination for the upper class to enjoy high-end Japanese cuisine. In particular, lighting also plays an important role in conveying the restaurant’s message. The lights above the kitchen create the feeling of an open stage in front of diners.
Each dish at Yuzu Omakase is cared for down to every little detail. Photo: Yuzu Omakase ゆずお任せ Vietnam
3 Kasen Omakase Sài Gòn
Address: 101 Le Thi Rieng, Ben Thanh Ward, District 1
Phone number: 089 985 51 01
Kasen Omakase gives the first impression with the paintings hung around the restaurant chosen by the chef himself. If you love art, you can also buy these paintings. The menu at this Omakase Saigon restaurant was personally designed by famous chef Shinji Murata, using fresh seasonal ingredients that make every diner satisfied. According to travel experience, during meals you can ask questions about the menu to the chef at any time. The chef with 45 years of experience in the profession is always ready to share interesting philosophies and stories about cuisine.
Each dish at Kasen also brings a story, an art crafted by talented chefs. Photo: FB Kasen
4 Kiyota Sushi Sake Restaurant
Address: 53 Pham Viet Chanh, Ward 19, Binh Thanh District
Phone number: 034 555 7803
The owner of this Saigon omakase restaurant is chef Kiyota Koutarou, who spent his childhood living in the coastal Miyazaki prefecture. Here he soon became acquainted and accumulated a lot of experience in processing fresh fish. In addition to ingredients such as salmon and tuna imported from the famous Tsukiji fish market in Tokyo, Kiyota also provides rare ingredients such as sea urchin and fish liver. The restaurant has quite a small space and is often crowded during peak hours, so you need to make a reservation in advance to have the best experience.
The food is presented attractively and deliciously. Photo: FB 寿司と酒きよ田 Kiyota Sushi Sake Restaurant
5 The year of Fella
Address: 44 – 46 Nguyen An Ninh, Ben Thanh Ward, District 1
Phone number: 081 555 5058
Roka Fella is the ideal choice Vietnamtravelio recommends for those who want to explore contemporary Japanese cuisine. European and Asian ingredients uniquely combined together will certainly bring many new and unforgettable Saigon omakase experiences. Roka Fella not only scores points with its unique cuisine but also with its unique space. Upstairs of the restaurant is a ‘vinyl bar’ with a diverse playlist of vinyl records, creating an impressive nostalgic space.
The attraction of bluefin tuna and black truffle. Photo: FB Roka Fella
6 Sushi Hung
Address: 15B/14 Le Thanh Ton, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1
Phone number: 096 276 04 89
Sushi Hung stands out among many omakase restaurants in Saigon thanks to its diverse menu with prices, providing many options for diners. In particular, the ingredients used at the restaurant are imported directly from Japan every day. The main chef and restaurant owner, Mr. Hung, is highly appreciated by diners for his friendliness and hospitality, bringing a fun and lively atmosphere even though the restaurant only has 8 seats. If you love craft beer and Japanese whiskey, you can visit the separate bar upstairs.
Fresh ingredients are imported from Japan. Photo: FB Sushi Hung
7 Omakase K
Address: 5A Nguyen Sieu, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1
Phone number: 092 868 61 79
The main artist in charge of this Omakase Saigon restaurant is Mr. Katsuhiro Kobayashi. The dishes here are always varied with seasonal ingredients, creating a unique richness that takes diners from one surprise to another. In particular, the restaurant also uses an antibacterial lighting system to maintain the freshness of ingredients, while not losing the nutritional content of the dish.
Chef Katsuhiro Kobayashi personally prepares dishes at Omakase K restaurant. Photo: FB Omakase K
8 Kobayashi Sushi
Address: 8A/G7A Thai Van Lung, Phu Thuan Ward, District 1
Phone number: 0976 342 700
Kobayashi is a Saigon omakase restaurant that offers an unforgettable pure omakase experience. With a minimalist and closed space, the restaurant creates a cozy feeling for diners with about 15 seats. If you want to witness the chef skillfully turning pieces of fresh fish into excellent sushi and sashimi, you can choose to sit at the bar. Local ingredients or imported directly from Japan, along with two different types of sushi rice, help enhance the culinary experience for diners. Furthermore, every day the restaurant suggests a type of sake to enjoy with the dish.
Sushi is one of the traditional Japanese dishes served at this omakase Saigon restaurant. Photo: FB Sushi kobayashi
9 Sushi REI
Address: 10E1 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai, Da Kao Ward, District 1
Phone number: 0764 424 653
Sushi REI is a famous Saigon omakase restaurant with quite high prices but a completely worthy culinary experience. Seafood ingredients here are imported directly from Japan’s Tsukiji fish market, ensuring freshness. Here diners can ask the chef to adjust the menu as desired to avoid allergies.
A big plus is that the space and food at Sushi REI are harmoniously and luxuriously designed by a famous Japanese architect. In particular, the person directly in charge of the kitchen also has many years of experience and knowledge of Sushi and Sashimi processing techniques.
Sushi REI is one of the most famous Saigon omakase restaurants thanks to the quality of its food and service. Photo: FB SUSHI Rei
10 Shin-kon
Address: 15 Nguyen Thiep, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1
Phone number: 0912820265
Inside this luxurious Omakase Saigon restaurant, you will admire the flock of white cranes soaring over the golden painting wall, located behind chef Linh’s service counter. He is also the one who personally prepares the classic omakase dish with many rich details. Shin-kon also stocks Japanese wines, such as the umami-tinged Chateau Mercian Koshu from Yamanashi.
Use cuisine to “converse” directly with customers. Photo: FB Shin-kon 心琿
Hopefully this list of 10 omakase Saigon restaurants will help you enhance your experience of enjoying high-class Japanese cuisine. In particular, every small corner in the restaurants is carefully taken care of to create a relaxing, close, and private atmosphere to help diners fully enjoy their meals. In addition, you can also refer to the list of Saigon cuisine to enrich your schedule.
