Intimate setting, feels like a small private dining experience. with attention to detail. We enjoyed our omakase and sake sampler. High quality sushi/fish. Keep in mind that the menu was exclusively fish; no veggie course; no fresh or pickled side of ginger (out of season at the time) and no soy sauce. If you are adventurous and really love fresh sushi/fish, I recommend for a special night out.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Samantha S
I loved this dinner so much that I am writing my very first restaurant review! We dined at Silvers back in June, shortly before they were awarded their Michelin star. We arrived a few minutes early and relaxed in their very cool waiting lounge before being led to the counter. There were only six of us dining, so it was a very intimate environment. The space was quite beautiful and calming. Service was a bit more minimal related to some of the other fine dining experiences we've had (just the chef plus two other people), but this wasn't a negative at all: we always felt very well attended without feeling smothered.
We both did the omakase and each ordered one of the beverage pairings (sake for me, wine for my husband). All of the courses and beverages were exceptional. There was one particular bite of fish with broth towards the beginning that I still think about regularly. I loved watching the chef meticulously prepare each bite in front of us. As many other reviews have already noted, the rice is outstanding. He shared his process of sourcing and preparing the rice and clearly takes a lot of pride in it.
Overall, this was a fantastic dinner and we are eager to return. The one thing that I will note for others is that it's not an enormous amount of food. We were still a bit hungry afterwards and actually ran into two of the other diners from our sitting who were also looking for food afterwards. Probably best not to go on a completely empty stomach. Regardless, we felt that this dinner was well worth the money. Congrats to Chef Lennon on the well-deserved star!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
B E
The hype is real! The fact that it only took 18 months for this magical place to get a Michelin star speaks volumes about the passion, hard work, and unique talent behind it. One of the best culinary experiences of my life, every bite blew me away, the rare saki pairing was next level, and the level of service that was provided throughout the entire evening blew me away! I cannot wait to come back! Highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dien Nguyen
Had a wonderful time. Chef Brian was warm knowledgeable and very personable. The fish selection was great and from many regions . Texture and taste were excellent. Thanks!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brian Chamberlain
Amazing place, a little pricey but worth it. Almost every dish is nigiri. The focus is on good ingredients expertly prepared with minimal additional and just a touch of rock/sea salt. Really fits with the American steak theme that a good steak doesn't really need much besides a little salt.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Coolgsak S
AMAZING experience and HIGHLY recommend! Lennon and his team have created best Omakase restaurant that I have ever dined at in my life and this is a MUST visit in Santa Barbara!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tom Watson
Outstanding dining experience. The staff is incredibly knowledgeable and passionate, and they change their menu daily so there’s always a reason to come back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ella S
Absolutely lovely experience with all of the staff. The sushi was top notch and the chefs extremely knowledgeable and passionate about their craft. Every detail was thought out and considered. Could not recommend more.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Claudia Escamilla
Impeccable experience! My boyfriend and I celebrated his birthday at this omakase restaurant, and it exceeded our expectations in every way. The food was truly divine – each piece was expertly crafted and presented.
What made the evening truly special was the private dinner we enjoyed. As the only ones with a 9:30 PM reservation, we felt like we had the entire restaurant to ourselves. The chefs and staff were incredibly knowledgeable and friendly, sharing stories and insights about each dish.
The attention to detail and personalized service made this birthday celebration unforgettable. If you're looking for a unique and memorable dining experience, look no further. Five stars isn't enough – I'd give it ten stars if I could! Highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jake Gosselin
Incredible and highly recommend. Our first Omakase experience and plan on returning with more friends in the future.
Fantastic Omakase experience in Santa Barbara. This team of chefs are meticulous in sourcing their ingredients, respecting traditions, and most importantly, showing us what we've been missing out on with local SB catches. Outstanding!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Daniel Turner
Remarkable experience. Talented team combines flawless technique with tremendous subtlety. Elegant without pretense, with such devotion to culture and respect of ingredient, that you feel honored to participate in their culinary homage.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Misty Orman
The closest I’ve felt to being back in Japan in the states. Every element from food, service, design is thoughtful curated. From the welcome bubbles to glassware to the lighting. Every bite is like a bite of heaven. Every sip is perfectly paired to go perfectly with each bite. The team are fun and friendly. You feel like royalty sitting at this sushi bar. It’s my favorite go to for an anniversary or birthday celebration.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dylan Kramer
Silvers Omakase was amazing! Everything was super fresh and packed with flavor. So glad my friend recommended it because it definitely lived up to the hype. If you love sushi, you gotta check this place out!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jessica Gu
One of the best omakase experiences among the many places we have been to in the world. The young chef is very proud and pays great attention to the ingredients and food. We were here for the valentine's day dinner, everything was perfect, we had a great conversation with the chef also. Recommended!
Intimate setting, feels like a small private dining experience. with attention to detail. We enjoyed our omakase and sake sampler. High quality sushi/fish. Keep in mind that the menu was exclusively fish; no veggie course; no fresh or pickled side of ginger (out of season at the time) and no soy sauce. If you are adventurous and really love fresh sushi/fish, I recommend for a special night out.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
I loved this dinner so much that I am writing my very first restaurant review! We dined at Silvers back in June, shortly before they were awarded their Michelin star. We arrived a few minutes early and relaxed in their very cool waiting lounge before being led to the counter. There were only six of us dining, so it was a very intimate environment. The space was quite beautiful and calming. Service was a bit more minimal related to some of the other fine dining experiences we've had (just the chef plus two other people), but this wasn't a negative at all: we always felt very well attended without feeling smothered.
We both did the omakase and each ordered one of the beverage pairings (sake for me, wine for my husband). All of the courses and beverages were exceptional. There was one particular bite of fish with broth towards the beginning that I still think about regularly. I loved watching the chef meticulously prepare each bite in front of us. As many other reviews have already noted, the rice is outstanding. He shared his process of sourcing and preparing the rice and clearly takes a lot of pride in it.
Overall, this was a fantastic dinner and we are eager to return. The one thing that I will note for others is that it's not an enormous amount of food. We were still a bit hungry afterwards and actually ran into two of the other diners from our sitting who were also looking for food afterwards. Probably best not to go on a completely empty stomach. Regardless, we felt that this dinner was well worth the money. Congrats to Chef Lennon on the well-deserved star!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The hype is real! The fact that it only took 18 months for this magical place to get a Michelin star speaks volumes about the passion, hard work, and unique talent behind it. One of the best culinary experiences of my life, every bite blew me away, the rare saki pairing was next level, and the level of service that was provided throughout the entire evening blew me away! I cannot wait to come back! Highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Had a wonderful time. Chef Brian was warm knowledgeable and very personable. The fish selection was great and from many regions . Texture and taste were excellent. Thanks!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amazing place, a little pricey but worth it. Almost every dish is nigiri. The focus is on good ingredients expertly prepared with minimal additional and just a touch of rock/sea salt. Really fits with the American steak theme that a good steak doesn't really need much besides a little salt.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
AMAZING experience and HIGHLY recommend! Lennon and his team have created best Omakase restaurant that I have ever dined at in my life and this is a MUST visit in Santa Barbara!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Outstanding dining experience. The staff is incredibly knowledgeable and passionate, and they change their menu daily so there’s always a reason to come back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Absolutely lovely experience with all of the staff. The sushi was top notch and the chefs extremely knowledgeable and passionate about their craft. Every detail was thought out and considered. Could not recommend more.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Impeccable experience! My boyfriend and I celebrated his birthday at this omakase restaurant, and it exceeded our expectations in every way. The food was truly divine – each piece was expertly crafted and presented.
What made the evening truly special was the private dinner we enjoyed. As the only ones with a 9:30 PM reservation, we felt like we had the entire restaurant to ourselves. The chefs and staff were incredibly knowledgeable and friendly, sharing stories and insights about each dish.
The attention to detail and personalized service made this birthday celebration unforgettable. If you're looking for a unique and memorable dining experience, look no further. Five stars isn't enough – I'd give it ten stars if I could! Highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Incredible and highly recommend. Our first Omakase experience and plan on returning with more friends in the future.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Fantastic Omakase experience in Santa Barbara. This team of chefs are meticulous in sourcing their ingredients, respecting traditions, and most importantly, showing us what we've been missing out on with local SB catches. Outstanding!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Remarkable experience. Talented team combines flawless technique with tremendous subtlety. Elegant without pretense, with such devotion to culture and respect of ingredient, that you feel honored to participate in their culinary homage.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The closest I’ve felt to being back in Japan in the states. Every element from food, service, design is thoughtful curated. From the welcome bubbles to glassware to the lighting. Every bite is like a bite of heaven. Every sip is perfectly paired to go perfectly with each bite. The team are fun and friendly. You feel like royalty sitting at this sushi bar. It’s my favorite go to for an anniversary or birthday celebration.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Silvers Omakase was amazing! Everything was super fresh and packed with flavor. So glad my friend recommended it because it definitely lived up to the hype. If you love sushi, you gotta check this place out!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
One of the best omakase experiences among the many places we have been to in the world. The young chef is very proud and pays great attention to the ingredients and food. We were here for the valentine's day dinner, everything was perfect, we had a great conversation with the chef also. Recommended!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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