YESS
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YESS Reviews
Our night our at Yess was remarkable and memorable 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
It's a chef lead menu, a small team of professionals on the line and servicing the guests. Everyone worked together for a seemless and positive experience!
The food was fresh, delicious, and unpretentious. Loved it! We will go back when they reopen and I recommend that you do as well!
High level - very creative food, absolutely would go back again. Unagi-don was the only sort of mid item; everything else we had was amazing. Temakis were fantastic, chanterelles were great (very San Sebastián), black cod was amazing.
But something about it felt a little rough draft? Like they were still catching their stride? Which is tough at this price point.
But you should definitely go and check it out and lean into it.
We had such a fantastic experience here. I’m normally not someone who writes reviews, but this place genuinely felt different — enough that I wanted to take the time to say something about it.
We came for lunch today, and every dish felt thoughtful and intentional. You can immediately feel that the chef isn’t just “making food,” but really crafting it.
We started with the Seasonal Veggie Chirashi, and it completely blew me away. Each vegetable was prepared...read full review
YESS Restaurant offers a unique dining experience with innovative Japanese cuisine, led by the passionate Chef Junya Yamasaki. The restaurant celebrates fresh, seasonal ingredients with unexpected combinations and special ingredients. The space is stunning, located in a beautifully converted 1920s bank building, with a light and airy atmosphere. The open kitchen allows guests to watch the chef and staff at work, adding to the excitement of the experience. The interior design features high vaulted ceilings and modern Japandi styling, creating a cozy yet elevated vibe, enhanced by natural light. The tasting menu is filling and delicious, with standout dishes like the Asparagus and Morels, Smoked Trout, and the best Fish and Chips ever tasted. Vegetarian options are plentiful, featuring seasonal vegetables and wild mushrooms. The restaurant also offers a la carte choices, including favorites such as the eel, Tofu and Eggplant, Corn and Sausage, and the Strawberry Shaved Ice dessert, which is light and refreshing. Customers appreciate the light and simple approach to food, focusing on freshness and technique. The menu rotates, making each visit unique and exciting. The service is friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable, making every guest feel welcome. YESS Restaurant is kid-friendly, providing cushions for toddlers. Many enjoy the locally caught bluefin sushi when available, and the berry kakigori is considered otherworldly. Overall, the space, service, and creative dishes make it a memorable dining spot in the arts district.