Sushi Ishikawa

All I can say is WOW!!! This was my first omakase experience and all I can say is 10/10!!! From start to finish we were blown away! The meticulous work put into each course was superb! The service was impeccable, so attentive and explained each dish to us. Absolutely recommend!! Dont walk, RUN!!

Honest review after dining in Christmas Eve: Food was alright, nothing special. I found it to not match its price point, it was similar to the $100 range omakases. The slices of the fish were quite thin, so it felt like we weren’t getting much. Also, on the night that we went they didn’t let us use apply pay when clearly that is suppose to be an option on any other night. Definitely bring a physical card if want to secure those cash backs. Overall 6.5/10 given the fact that I didn’t feel like it matched its price point.

Came here for my boyfriend’s dinner and had an incredible experience. Chef Lin and the staff were flawless—their attention to detail, kindness, and professionalism made the night so special. Chef Lin himself was wonderful to talk to, and the food was outstanding—one of the best omakase experiences I’ve ever had. The wine list was excellent, and the ambiance, service, and quality of food were all top-notch. I would definitely come back again.

Dining at Sushi Ishikawa UES is to witness the fine edge between craftsmanship and art. Having experienced omakase at some of Japan’s most venerated counters, I can attest that the mastery displayed here stands comfortably among the elite. What Chef Don Phan and his team achieve is not simply sushi, it is the embodiment of harmony, tempo, and restraint. Each of the seventeen courses unfolds like a movement in a symphony. The pacing is exquisite: delicate introductions giving way to bold crescendos of umami and texture. The opening bites, pristine seafood resting on perfectly seasoned shari, awaken the palate, while later compositions, such as buttery otoro crowned with caviar or uni paired with crisp gold leaf, bring a near-transcendent depth of flavor. The interplay of temperature and timing is meticulous; every piece is shaped and served at its fleeting moment of perfection. Technique is on full display from the subtle torching that teases aroma from wagyu, to the layering of crab and toro that melts like silk. The rice, lightly warm and impeccably balanced in vinegar, provides the heartbeat of the meal. Even the visual presentation of shimmering roe, edible gold, shiso leaf, is a quiet nod to Japanese aesthetics: minimal, intentional, beautiful. Service mirrors the cuisine. Attentive without intrusion, professional yet warm. Each dish arrives with grace and rhythm, allowing diners to be absorbed fully in the progression of taste and texture. By the final hand roll, the meal feels less like dinner and more like a journey: a sequence of sensations that remind you why sushi, when done at this level, belongs in the pantheon of culinary art. Sushi Ishikawa is a masterclass in precision, humility, and passion — an omakase experience that both honors tradition and dares to reach higher. Arigatou gozaimashita to Chef Phan and his remarkable team. Their omotenashi and shokunin spirit transform every bite into a moment of pure harmony.

I went there for a solo dinner on a Saturday. The server was really friendly and welcoming, made me feel accompanied, and did a great job on explaining the ingredients. Unlike some other places I’ve tried, the chef was really creative with the sushi by mixing and matching different kinds of fish. He was also really generous with the caviar lol. The flavor was a little strong like others say however, but overall the food was impeccable. Their secret menu (the one with a quailed egg on top) is a must try!! Will definitely bring friends and family there next time!