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    Rice milled in-house, fish dry-aged on-site, and a room small enough that everyone sits down at the same time, as if you've all been invited to the same dinner party. This Michelin-starred omakase sushi counter on Helena Ave moves through nigiri at a pace the chef sets, not you. The menu shifts daily or weekly, so repeat visits don't repeat themselves. Sparkling wine in the entryway while you wait is a civilized touch that earns its place.

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    • Uni rice

      “Their uni rice is deliciously mixed with wasabi and topped with masago arare for a bit of crunch, marking the end of the savory dishes before a dessert of sorbet made in house.”

      Michelin Guide
    • Hamachi

      “Enjoy one or two small dishes before a parade of nigiri, which may include hamachi, shima aji, as well as bluefin tuna.”

      Michelin Guide
    • Shima aji

      “Enjoy one or two small dishes before a parade of nigiri, which may include hamachi, shima aji, as well as bluefin tuna.”

      Michelin Guide
    • Bluefin tuna

      “Enjoy one or two small dishes before a parade of nigiri, which may include hamachi, shima aji, as well as bluefin tuna.”

      Michelin Guide

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    224 Helena Ave., Santa Barbara, CA · Santa Barbara
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