Innovative, serious and well-established, Wakuriya successfully blends a deep respect for the kaiseki tradition with a contemporary touch. This is largely thanks to the lone chef behind the counter, Katsuhiro Yamasaki; his wife deftly manages the dining room.Each month brings a new, refined menu that combines the chef’s personal style with superlative Japanese and Californian ingredients. Courses are uniquely presented, as in a silver spoon cradling chunks of poached lobster with dashi gelée, soft-boiled Jidori egg and fried kombu. This may not be a sushiya, but the sashimi course is nonetheless excellent. Find that same level of talent in the steamed  Alaskan black cod with fluffy grated turnip, and the shirako tofu topped with kabocha squash tempura.

1. Chef's Table Experience: Wakuriya offers a unique dining experience with only 16 seats available per night, creating an intimate and exclusive atmosphere. 2. Monthly Changing Menu: The restaurant features a new 9-course prix fixe menu each month, offering guests the opportunity to try innovative and seasonal dishes. 3. Extensive Sake Selection: Wakuriya boasts a fine selection of sake to complement its meals, with over 100 varieties available for guests to choose from.

Signature Ingredients

• Wild Cooper River King Salmon 2014: A premium ingredient featured as a Tsukuri / Sashimi option, known for its exceptional quality and flavor profile.
• Uni No Chawan-mushi (Sea Urchin and Buna Shimeji Mushroom): A signature dish featuring high-end ingredients, with the sea urchin providing an luxurious texture and flavor experience.
• Snake River Farms American Wagyu Beef: Highlighted as a premium ingredient in the Yaki Mono / Grilled Dish option, known for its rich flavor and tender texture.
• Ao-to (sweet green pepper): A distinctive ingredient used to add a touch of sweetness and freshness to the grilled dish.
• Kokuto (Japanese black sugar): Featured as an ingredient in the Homemade Dessert, providing a unique flavor profile and textural experience.

Wakuriya's Current Menu Options and Prices

Tasting Menu

• 9-course prix fixe menu: $250 (no currency symbol provided)

Signature Dishes

• Cold Somen Noodles: $18
• Sautéed Blue Shrimp And Tomato: $22
• Uni No Chawan-Mushi: $45
• Zuwai-Gani No Nasu Hasami-Age: $35
• Snake River Farms American Wagyu Beef: $55

Note:

• Prices may be subject to change.
• The restaurant offers a new 9-course prix fixe menu each month, but the categories remain largely the same.