Sushi Iwai An omakase sushi restaurant on Sukhumvit Soi 22 in the Phrom Phong area is now serving a special 15-course omakase menu for 3,500++ baht The menu centers on high-quality sushi, with the chef meticulously selecting Hachida Kigbei rice —a premium-grade rice used to make sushi rice (shari)—which has a soft, smooth texture that perfectly complements the natural flavors of each type of fish
To ensure every meal is truly perfect, the tasting menu is designed to be diverse and rich in flavor, featuring highlights meticulously crafted by the chef, such as the Hon Maguro Negitoro Maki—a negitoro roll made with Hon Maguro tuna , Shun-no Chawanmushi—a silky-smooth steamed egg custard infused with seasonal ingredients, Seasonal Warayaki—a uniquely fragrant Japanese-style rice straw-grilled dish, Awabi Sakamushi steamed abalone in sake served with a rich abalone sauce, Amadai Matsukasa-Yaki—traditional-style grilled amadai fish—and Karasumi Soba—soba noodles topped with karasumi fish roe. The menu rotates to feature the freshest ingredients available at any given time
Sushi Iwai was meticulously designed around the concept of sharing life’s joys (Celebrating Life Together – Jinsei wo Tomoni Yorokobu), emphasizing a celebratory atmosphere that is simple yet elegant, relaxed, and intimate. The restaurant features a Japanese-style wooden counter that creates a warm, visually pleasing, and private space, allowing guests to enjoy the chef’s omakase creations up close Furthermore, it challenges the traditional male-dominated kitchen culture by featuring female chefs preparing sushi right at the counter, and it breaks the formality often found in omakase restaurants with the cheerful and friendly demeanor of the chefs and staff, making it ideal for celebrating special occasions Whether it’s a dinner to strengthen business relationships or a casual meal, the experience is complemented by the Japanese spirit of hospitality (Omotenashi) from a team dedicated to filling every moment with smiles and friendship✨
