Hikari Sushi Omakase - Davis

During our college years, my husband and I had the incredible opportunity to travel to Japan, where we experienced some of the best sushi of our lives. Our recent visit to Hikari rivaled that unforgettable experience, if not surpassing it. Chefs Sithu and Zin were exceptional hosts, supported by a staff that worked seamlessly to keep our water glasses full, ginger readily available, and napkins fresh. Since it was my husband’s birthday, we were pleasantly surprised with a complimentary glass of sake, and the freshness of the fish was unparalleled. Although the prices were a bit outside our usual range, it was undoubtedly worth it. We appreciated how Chef Sithu took the time to explain the origins of each fish dish, and we were impressed by their commitment to sustainability, which we greatly support. If you have the opportunity to dine at Hikari, I assure you it will be a memorable experience you won’t soon forget.

My wife and daughter opted for the sake pairing, so my feedback on that is based on their experience. They definitely had their favorites among the sakes, but their main critique was regarding the pacing and the amount served. My daughter, who recently obtained her liquor license as part of her job in service, noted that the sake portions were quite generous for a tasting menu. Since they were served so much so quickly, there were times when my wife and daughter had to either down shots or pour out the excess to avoid overindulging. It's an unusual concern, I admit, but it was the only downside of the evening. Hikari is a beautiful family-run business that aims to enhance the local sushi scene in Davis by offering a unique dining experience. While we don’t visit the restaurant regularly during its normal hours, we've thoroughly enjoyed the special occasions we've celebrated with the team over the past two years. We wish them continued success at this location for many years to come.

I had an incredible omakase meal featuring over 20 exquisite courses, all expertly crafted and beautifully presented! We opted for the sake pairing, which was truly an amazing complement to the meal. Everything was made in-house, including the wasabi, and many of the ingredients were sourced locally. The meal was fun, delicious, and uniquely different, with standout dishes like seaweed salad, a charming piece of daikon radish shaped like a little fish, and kabocha soup flavored with dashi and mirin, among others. We enjoyed numerous pieces of flavorful nigiri, showcasing a variety of white and red fish. The chefs were lively and engaging without being intimidating, and the servers were attentive and knowledgeable. Overall, it was a wonderful experience!

Outstanding! Food, service, experience were all world class.

Hikari Omakase is a wonderful experience! I thoroughly enjoyed the chefs and staff sharing their expertise with us with every course. The food was delicious and carefully selected, the space immaculate, and the attention to detail extremely obvious. I look forward to returning for another unforgettable evening.