Kōsen
307 W. Palm Ave., Tampa, USA
$$$$ ・ Japanese,Sushi
MICHELIN Guide's Point Of View
One Star: High quality cooking
This elegant restaurant takes a minimalist approach to its design, employing a dark color palette instead of the typical blonde wood. Though a two-concept spot (Kaiseki Room is a separate space), all eyes should be on the omakase, which Chef Andrew Huang runs with skill and precision. Delicate sea bream wrapped around sprouts with shaved black truffle delivers dialed-in flavors, while tempura-fried kamasu, served with myoga and chilled, roasted sweet eggplant, is smart and spot on. After a handful of dishes from the kitchen, they progress into the nigiri. There’s plenty of showmanship and style, but the sushi leans traditional without a lot of fuss, as in the kinmedai, seared, then hit with a squeeze of lime.
Facilities & Services
- Air conditioning
- Car park
- Counter dining
Credit cards accepted
