Tatsu

Tatsu, the namesake Deep Ellum omakase restaurant from chef Tatsuya Sekiguchi, is the only Dallas restaurant to earn a Michelin star, but we’ve been enthralled with Sekiguchi’s lessons in the art of omakase well before the Michelin Guide came to town. Dallas’ omakase scene is growing rapidly, but we prefer Tatsu’s traditional and elegant interpretation over more flashy alternatives. Just two seatings per evening take place at the 10-seat restaurant, and reservations filled quickly even before Tatsu earned a coveted Michelin star. Tatsu’s preparations are steeped in history and tradition that pay respect to the food, but the light shines brightest on the elegant brilliance on display.

Top Pick: The pacing of courses is nearly perfect, so you may have room for another bite or two. In that case, opt for additional pieces of nigiri after the main service concludes, with selections of previous courses or unique fresh offerings that Tatsu obtains in small quantities.