Hatsumi restaurant

Hatsumi restaurant is located in a renovated motel in the area known as the East Village, owner of the restaurant is chef Dan Krohmer. In a small space with only about 24 seats, there is an open kitchen and light wooden table. The restaurant is also decorated with works by local artist Ryan Brunty depicting the character Yerman, a pink yeti-like creature with a hint of sadness.

The restaurant is described as akin to the izakaya in Japan, which serves alcoholic beverages with light snacks, is a favorite place for Japanese people to drink after work, similar to pubs in America. Depending on the izakaya, customers have a variety of seating options such as sitting on a tatami mat and dining at a low table as in the traditional way, or sitting on a chair and table as usual, or standing by the counter and at Hatsumi diners can Two options are to sit at the table or at the bar.

Chef Dan Krohmer's menu is unique, izakaya-style, showing off the flavors of Japanese food to its fullest.

Guests can start their meal with the familiar gyoza (dumplings) - a staple appetizer in Japanese restaurants. Meat and vegetables are well stuffed with shallots, carrots, celery and garlic, then coated with crispy chili oil and served with ginger sauce. As for meat options, beef tataki (rare beef) garnished with chili oil, served with greens is a good choice, and pairs well with sake or cocktails.

One of Hatsumi's signature dishes is okonomiyaki, which is less well known than other Japanese dishes. Basically, this dish is a savory pancake made from flour and shredded cabbage, it's fried and topped with Japanese mayo, fish scales. Tuna, scallions and pickled ginger, this dish can also be made with a variety of meats or is vegetarian. The ingredients placed above seem quite a lot, but when combined, they will harmonize, creating a special flavor for the dish.

The restaurant has quite a variety of skewers with more than 20 different types. Standout options include chicken meatballs, shishito peppers, and American beef, but it's the bacon-wrapped tomatoes that shine the most. The sweetness of tomatoes is surrounded by the salty taste of bacon, creating a dish just enough to stimulate the taste buds. All the skewers here are made on a robata grill, the heat of which makes the food and vegetables crispy, burnt on the outside and juicy on the inside.

The cocktails at Hatsumi are quite unique and are mainly made from many different ingredients such as: Japanese whiskey, barley water, rum, etc. The sake list at the restaurant is said to be the largest in the world. area, they are quite carefully selected and wide range of Japanese beers.

If diners are looking for a restaurant that serves simple, delicious food and drinks that aren't too heavy, Hatsumi is the right choice with reasonable prices, relaxed atmosphere and standard style. Japan.

Website : www.hatsumilv.com

Phone : 702-268-8939

Hours of Operation :

Wednesday - Sunday: 11:00 - 19:00

Monday - Tuesday: closed