The Gallery

I actually first heard about the Gallery from an interview with Lucy Liu in the NYT, and it seemed she was very excited about the udon here -- so of course I had to come try it out!I stopped by with a friend on a gloomy Saturday; we had reservations for 12:30, and while the place was pretty empty when we got there, it did fill up over the next hour or so. The interior is so lovely, definitely heavily influenced by the Japanese strain of minimalist aesthetic, with lots of natural materials (our chopsticks were literally sticks) and colours and similar decor, plants, etc. The table in the centre was even filled with ceramic pieces (that might have been for sale? not sure).We ordered everything to share, starting with an order of the chicken nanban. Very yummy, the chicken was fried to a nice crisp while the meat was still very tender, and I really enjoyed the lovely and unique egg/tartar sauce that came on top. We also had some kushikatsu (edit: called kushiage on the menu, but same thing) - jidori chicken was a delight, and I also really loved the lotus root and sweet potato skewers. The breading was not too heavy or oily, and the veggies in particular tasted really fresh.Finally, we ordered the kitsune udon and the cold zaru soba. The udon (I fear) looked much better than it tasted - there certainly wasn't anything bad about it, but the broth and the noodles just... tasted pretty average? Portion size is also a bit small but that was ofc more expected. The soba was similarly... OK? Noodles were well-cooked and chewy, which I liked, but the dashi to dip the noodles in felt a bit bland, even with all the herbs/garnish inside.I would say that the biggest issue during our meal was that service tended to be on the slow side; I'm sure the pacing of the various dishes was intentional, but we spent a lot of time waiting around for our "next" course (and generally getting the attention of our server), and ultimately spent over 2 hours for our meal. (which is not inherently a problem, I love chatting the afternoon away, but just an important heads up!)Still a lovely experience overall, and I'd recommend a visit. The quality of the food was very good, and the price point, while definitely on the high side, was fair considering that calibre -- good for an occasional splurge.

I came during lunch time, there was no wait and I was quickly seated. They have a big menu, which I was a little surprised because I thought there wouldnt be much option, but the selections were great and I would def try other things next time because everything looked amazing! Food (4.5/5): I ordered the Muse Chirashi ($32). From the photos in Yelp I thought it would be bigger but I was kind of surprised that it is smaller than I thought, however it is fine because I realized that the selection of fish they gave was premium. However, I am pretty sure for alot of people the portion is okay, I just tend to eat more/have bigger portions. There was fatty tuna included and it was a good amount, and to think again I think that it was reasonably priced for the quaility of food, ambiance and service. Ambiance (5/5): The concept of the restaurant is interesting and there are alot of nice art shown, i believe theres an ongoing exhibit on display right now. Since I came during lunch it is much brighter which I preferred. From outside I thought it was small but turns out they have OK space inside. Its clean and nice.Service (5/5): There were 2 servers during lunch time and it was busy, but they did great and were attentive! Can't wait to come back to try the other menus especially the burgers, kushiage and other items!

We visited The Gallery for dinner on a Sunday night, having made a reservation in advance. They were very accommodating about letting us move it by 30 minutes, since we were running late. The interior really did look like a gallery, with large works of art on the walls. The one we were sitting next to looked like a super zoomed in photo of rice grains, which was quite fitting. For drinks, my sister and I both chose the Yuzu Breeze Mocktail, which had the perfect amount of sourness while still tasting refreshing. For food, we both decided to get Chef Hiroki Odos Tasting ($95/person) to try a bit of everything. The first course was the Seasonal Starter, which was the Toro Tartare. The Toro tasted so rich and high quality, and paired well with the golden osetra and white miso potato espuma. I'm usually not a huge fan of gelatinous textures, but it really worked here. The next course was Chef Odos "3 pieces of seasonal kushi-age selection", and we were given Jidori Chicken, Asparagus, and Bonito Fish. Again, not what we would normally choose, but all three were pretty good. The Bonito Fish was a bit too fishy for me, but we still enjoyed this course and the accompanying sauces. The next course was the Wagyu Shabu Shabu, which was probably our favorite. The broth had an amazing umami flavor and was surprisingly filling, and the thinly sliced A5 Wagyu was phenomenal. The final course was the Chef s Selection 4 pieces nigiri sushi and roll, which featured Salmon, Yellow Tail, Tuna and Toro. All the pieces were tasty, but the Toro really stole the show. The tasting menu was also the perfect portion size to satiate us without feeling too full. Overall, worth the visit!

The Gallery is a really great treat - unique dining experience in a gallery! Tons of eye candy with great food. Tables are large and spacious and comfortable for my large party, which they were extremely accommodating with! We ordered a ton of items to share - everything we ordered was high quality, plated extremely well and quite delicious. Flavors were complimentary and reasonably portioned. Would return again.

It's a little hard to categorize this place. Is it an izakaya? A sushi joint? A burger shop? Alas, I think trying to pigeon hole this place does it injustice. No matter what their category is, they do it well. The clean, fresh ingredients, plating and presentation, eating in an art gallery surrounded by beautiful works of art, and service are all here. Edamame is usually a throw away dish for me. Something I just order so I have something to munch on while having a beer waiting for the actual meal to start. Well, let me tell you, the edamame is fantastic here and worthy on its own merit. Very well charred which adds a deep umame that enhances the already nutty flavor of the soy beans. The kushiage was fun to eat. Fresh vegetables, seafood, and meats that were fried with a dusting of panko. It was light and not greasy and allowed me to taste the flavors of each item.The wagyu shabu shabu is not to be missed. The presentation was beautiful, quality of beef so luxurious, and the broth so delicious. They give you a little yuzu kosho (ground up chili peppers) that adds natural great little tartness and spspiciness to the broth.The sashimi and sushi were very traditional eno style with right balance of fish and rice (except for the cream cheese in the snow crab roll--dont order this one). Fish was fresh, of course.Finally I appreciated that they had some non-alcoholic drinks available including a mocktail and couple of sparkling teas. I wish they had some others like non-alcoholic wines. Anyway this place is perfect for date nights and for a casual (albest a bit of a splurge) night out.

(Overall: B) - Conceptually, I enjoyed The Gallery as it appeared to serve less uptight food than their counterpart Odo while doubling as an art gallery to give some very unique vibes, which also come through in the plating and meal. The prices are on the pricier side than what one would expect from this narrative, but from the a la carte perspective ultimately it was not unreasonable as the food quality was high and highlighted novel aspects of Japanese cuisine that was quite pleasant.(Wagyu Shabu Shabu: D) - I found their in person menu to be misleading as this dish was an "entree" but lacked much substance beyond 4 slices of meat and a side of vegetables; it seems that their online menu lists this dish as an appetizer, which is much more appropriate, but nevertheless I felt this dish could be better paired with more sides that add substance to the dish. The beef is high quality and definitely permeates flavor into the fish broth. (MUSE Chirashi: A) - This is a high quality chirashi bowl with beautiful cuts of fish, fresh wasabi, and an interesting take on nori rice. I found the portion to be a bit petite, but still reasonably portioned and nicely plated.(Kushiage Set: B) - This is a conceptually interesting set that sounds like a full meal but is moreso perhaps half an omakase set. I enjoyed the expert finesse in crafting each piece as the kushiage is very crisp yet not greasy at all. The intricate flavor pairings within each piece as well as the accompanying sauces help build some intricate depth of flavor, which was quite enjoyable overall. My favorite was the truffle salt scallop, which was both tender and surprisingly forward in truffle flavor.--Food: +1Presentation: +1Price: -1Atmosphere: +1Service: EMenu: +1Overall: +3 BInsta/Beli/TikTok: @amei_eats

The restaurant's vibe was very aesthetic. It really looked like you were dining in a private gallery. Service was great too.In terms of the food, everything was pretty good. - Chirashi: the sashimi was very fresh and the slices of fish were thick- Kara-age: the sauce was on the sweeter side, but it was still really good and addicting - Udon: more aesthetically pleasing than tasty. But it was still pretty good!

You walk in thinking it's a gallery, but you're pleasantly surprised with a menu of delicious good eats. From the first step inside, the aromatic incense and soothing music invites you to sit at your leisure and enjoy the walls of art. The service is exceptional at welcoming you, refilling water, and explaining the menu with tasty recommendations as well as giving you a tour of the place while you wait for your food to be served.I had to eat within an hour, so I ordered two items. The chicken nanban was so tender, juicy, and sweetly balanced with a yuzu tartar sauce that it hit the spot that I was craving since I skipped lunch. I felt like it was a picked salad on the side that complemented the fried chicken well.Since I was having dinner shortly and I couldn't decide among all the interesting choices, I let the chef decide with a sushi omakase. Otherwise, I'd try the kushiage set if I had more time and a bigger appetite.The omakase was a treat with fresh fish and ample portions. Plus, it was pleasing to look at before I savored each piece as it melted in my mouth. It passed my litmus test for uni, ikura, and toro with flying colors. I loved that they had freshly grated (hon) wasabi and ginger for a crunchy way to cleanse my palette.This is a cozy, cute restaurant that's worth a try. It's a nice change of pace from the hustle and bustle mindset and noise outside. If you're ever in the area and need a place to just unwind with cold or hot drinks, check out the gallery for meeting up with peers and pals or just chilling by yourself.

We went to this place on a Saturday night. We decided try the tasting menu. The place itself it's small, with an estimate of 15 tables or so. The hostess was kind enough to take our jackets and offered us a basket to put our bags/belongings under the table. Our server explained to us each plate before bringing it. This time, the tasting menu included an appetizer/salad with caviar and Micro greens. Overall, even though the size of the food does not look big, we left with our stomach full. If you like Japanese food and are looking to spoil yourself, I recommend this place.

Beautiful establishment with excellent food and presentation. The chopsticks were actual twigs, I wonder how they get cleaned. The chopstick rest was a leaf! We went for their four course restaurant week menu that runs for $60. Everyone gets the chawanmushi as a first course. For the second course I got the fried chicken with caviar. Third course I got the wagyu udon. Final course I got the melon ice cream. The chawanmushi was perfectly balanced and flavored, probably one of the better ones I've had in the past. Second course I got the fried chicken with caviar and this was perfectly done as well. The caviar is perfect with the fried chicken and the fried chicken was topped with a white sauce that felt almost like an egg salad. It was amazing! For the third course there were many good options ranging from chirashi to wagyu udon or wagyu burger. I opted for the wagyu udon. The udon came deconstructed in the sense that you will have to boil the vegetables, the meat, and the noodles. It was quite good but I didn't like having to assemble them. I also ordered a sparkling tea which the waitress had me sip on to try to see if I liked before committing to it and I did. The melon ice cream was probably one of the better ones I've ever had. The reservation also noted it was my birthday and they brought out 5 macaroons for me, so it was really sweet. Overall a 5/5 experience and I would highly recommend this place.