"After a brief wait, we were seated at a tiny two-person table squeezed between other small tables, reminiscent of seating you’d find at a Silver Dollar type restaurant. I requested a different spot, preferably a four-top table, but was told that all of those were reserved for larger parties that evening. I then pointed out an empty four-top and was informed it was indeed available. Later, after a party of four finished their meal at that table, a party of two was immediately seated there.
We opted for the server to make our menu selections, as this was an option. I mentioned our budget was around $350, and we expressed interest in dishes that included Wagyu. He estimated the price would be around $400, which I approved. As we dined, we noticed several patrons in casual wear—sweats, jeans, baseball caps, and sneakers—clothing that clearly didn't adhere to any dress code. When I inquired about this, our server mentioned that there is a dress code in theory, but it’s not enforced because hotel guests come dressed that way.
In total, with drinks, appetizer, main course, and tip, we ended up paying $600. Personally, I feel that the quantity and quality of the food do not justify the high price, and most importantly, the atmosphere and ambiance fall short of what you would expect to pay. This was our third visit to Nobu, and regrettably, it will be our last. Additionally, the servers who brought out the various dishes seemed so rushed that they barely took the time to describe the dishes, often speaking too softly to be understood."
Shrimp Tempura
