11 Omakase Experiences to Try Around Atlanta
For bona fide sushi lovers, omakase–meaning “I’ll leave it up to you” in Japanese–is the ultimate experience. Consisting of a curated tasting of the chef’s choice of always fresh sushi and whatever the chef believes you would enjoy the most, omakase is always a special treat when you have it at one of Atlanta’s finest sushi eateries. Here are some places around Atlanta for you to experience it! Listed below in alphabetical order.
Editors Note: This article was originally published on January 21, 2022 and last updated on February 22, 2025. Please refer to restaurant websites and social media pages for the most up-to-date information.
1. Brush Sushi
3009 Peachtree Rd NE #140, Atlanta, GA 30305
Brush takes great pride in sharing the Japanese culture along with being one of the first places to offer Edomae sushi in Atlanta. Their lunch and brunch menus are incredible with beverage options like coffee, tea and cocktails and food options such as house made croissants, sandos, ramen and more. However their omakase menu is where they truly shine with a six course menu of 11 different offerings for $155 a person. It is an incredible experience from top to bottom.
2. Homemakase ATL
Chef Alex has over 20 years of experience with Japanese cuisine and during covid, saw the need for an incredible dining experience… at home! This Michelin level experience is perfect for birthday celebrations, anniversaries, you name it. The omakase experience starts at $205 a person for 15 courses and goes up to a 20 course option for $295 a person. The best part is, once you finish this one of a kind meal, you can kick back on your couch with a glass of wine while someone else cleans up!
3. Jak Omakase
1290 Old Peachtree Rd NW, Duluth, GA 30097
If you’re looking to try omakase but you don’t want to spend $200+, we totally get it and we have the spot for you. Jak Omakase in Duluth is the perfect place to dip your toe in the omakase pond. You can enjoy a 12 course lunch for $58 or go for the 15 course dinner for $78. You still get the same great flavors and experience, just at a lower price point. We recommend for anyone new to this type of cuisine! It is also a BYOB spot, and be sure to make your reservation on line before going.
4. MF Sushi
299 North Highland Avenue Northeast Suite K, Atlanta, GA 30307
Tons of Atlanta locals will tell you this is one of their top spots when they’re craving sushi in town. It’s tucked away in Inman Park and is a very cozy spot to grab some unique rolls, however we highly suggest you opt for the omakase option. It is available at the bar for up to six people per seating from Friday-Sunday. Call ahead to make a reservation and Chef Kinjo will make sure you have an incredible experience!
5. Nakato
1776 Cheshire Bridge Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30324
Nakato has been a legendary institution in Atlanta for authentic and quality Japanese food for over 50 years now! A lot of their staff have been with them for years and years, and it shows in the stellar service you’ll receive every time. You can book one of their private chef’s tatami rooms for an omakase, where you’ll sit in one of their floor pillows and enjoy a multi-course menu prepared by Chef Takeda. Nakato needs 48 hours to prep, so make your reservations in advance.
6. Omakase By Yun
4511 Olde Perimeter Way, Atlanta, GA 30346
Chef Jonathan Yun helms the sushi bar here, with years of experience from extensive training in Japan and work under Nakazawa Daisuke san of one Michelin star restaurant Sushi Nakazawa in NYC. He presents traditional sushi in a modern way making this 16 course omakase experience just that, an experience. Be sure to book your reservation for some of the most fresh fish you’ll ever have from Wednesday-Sunday. Omakase starts at $165 a person.
7. Omakase Table Leonard Yu
788 West Marietta St NW, Atlanta, GA 30318
For a unique, intimate and memorable omakase experience in the heart of West Midtown, Omakase table led by Chef Yu is a great one to try. This 20 course meal offers 12 seats at a time, perfect for a group of friends or just you and your significant other. They have a sample menu on their website, but note that offerings are always changing to ensure the freshest ingredients are being used. This 20 course omakase experience is $255 a person and you can make your reservation online.
8. Sushi Hayakawa
1055 Howell Mill Rd, Atlanta, GA 30318
James Beard nominated Sushi Hayakawa is an experience you’ll never forget. They are now location in West Midtown in an incredible space that allows guest to fully immerse themselves in the experience. Chef Atsushi Hayakawa takes great pride in his work (as he should) and has fish flown in from Tokyo’s Toyosu Market and all over the world to ensure it is always as fresh as possible. Be sure to make your reservations online and check their website or reach out with any questions you might have.
9. Tomo
3630 Peachtree Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30326
Tomo has been a revered restaurant in Buckhead since opening in 2007, as well as an Atlanta Eats staff favorite. Started by Osaka native Tomo Naito, Tomo serves contemporary Japanese food with a focus on the absolute freshest and best quality ingredients from around the world. Something unique Tomo has been doing is allowing you to set your budget, beginning at $250/person, and Chef Tomo will create a personalized menu for you around that. Something diners truly enjoy is how Chef Tomo engages with the customer and will talk you thoroughly through each dish–his passion for what he does truly shines through.
10. Umi
Two Buckhead Plaza, 3050 Peachtree Rd NW Suite #1, Atlanta, GA 30305
Umi has long been one of Atlanta’s most glitzy and glam celebrity hot-spots. For omakase, you’ve got two selections: their $175 miyabi premium selection that comes with a starter, sashimi, a hot dish, nigiri and dessert or their umikase at the sushi bar that’s pricier at $225, but we’ve got the scoop on that. Their umi-kase tends to be more untraditional, with both hot and cold dishes, shared plates and sushi boats.
11. Yakitori Jinbei
2421 Cobb Pkwy SE, Smyrna, GA 30080
A new trend emerging surely has to be at-home omakase, and Yakitori Jinbei is one of the Atlanta restaurants pioneering just that. Pre-order your $89 at-home omakase experience two days in advance and settle in for a takeout meal that’s truly one to remember. Orders can be made Wednesday-Saturday. This humble strip mall spot was featured on Guy Fieri’s Diners, Drive-ins and Dive, and this gem really is bringing fabulous Korean and Japanese food to Smyrna.
