Okane

"The matcha crepe cake was fantastic! The omakase was tasty. The hamachi crudo was really good."

"Today we have okane. Just getting out I still don’t know how to say the name correctly. Anyways I went in pretty blind. I had No idea where I was eating or where I was. Not super familiar with soma. The atmosphere reminded me of Japan. It had that sort of vibe, though just looking out the window reminded me that I was not in Japan. I went to Japan once, it was amazing. So the service was great. Welcoming and met all our needs even without asking. The fish was fresh and flavorful. The rolls I got mixed the flavor of fish and other ingredients very well. I was satisfied very much with the quality of the rolls and fish. The fish was fatty and fresh. I also got miso soup which came in a big portion. It was warm and prepared me for the meal very well. Overall the quality of fish and blend of flavors makes the food shine and beat out a lot of seafood and sushi places in general. The only thing was the table was super sticky. I don’t know why. It was not a big problem, but I prefer my tables not to be sticky. Not sure when the next review will be so, till next time I guess"

"Okane offers a nice change of pace from its Michelin-starred sibling, Omakase. Located right next door, Okane provides a more relaxed vibe for enjoying Japanese comfort food. Think shareable plates, creative rolls, and other Asian specialties. The restaurant itself is intimate, with limited indoor seating, including bar stools. It creates a cozy atmosphere, perfect for a casual date night or catching up with friends. Reservations are recommended, especially on weekends, to avoid a wait. Our server, Yui, was fantastic. He was attentive and friendly, even taking the time to chat with us about the menu and the nigiri as he was preparing them. We opted for the nigiri combo, hamachi carpaccio, uni nigiri, and Wakadori Karaage (crispy chicken). The hamachi carpaccio was a bit underwhelming – the slices were thinner than we expected. We also had to request ginger (after our first few dishes), which seemed like an oversight. The star of the show, however, was definitely the nigiri combo. Our 10 pc. nigiri combo included - 1. Hirame 2. Shima aji 3. Hamachi 4. Salomon belly 5. Kurodai 6. Ikura 7. Maguro 8. Hokkaido scallop 9. Japanese baracuda 10. Toro with caviar Each piece featured generous cuts of fresh fish. My personal favorites were the kurodai, salmon belly, Japanese barracuda, and the splurge-worthy toro with caviar. These were melt-in-your-mouth delicious! On the other hand, the uni nigiri was a bit of a letdown. At only $18 for two pieces, it felt like a steal, but unfortunately, the uni itself wasn't as sweet as we'd hoped and had a bit of a fishy aftertaste. The Wakadori Karaage was decent but a bit dry and could have used more sauce for the amount of chicken. Okane is a decent choice for a casual Japanese dining experience. The fresh fish in the nigiri combo was excellent, especially some of the premium cuts. The service was friendly and attentive. However, a few minor stumbles with the hamachi carpaccio, uni, and karaage kept it from being a perfect experience. If you're looking for a more relaxed take on Japanese cuisine with a focus on fresh fish, Okane is worth a try. Just keep in mind the limited seating and make a reservation!"