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About this place
When you want delicious, unpretentious sushi in Daikanyama, Sushi Sato is well worth keeping on your list. Set in an easygoing, calm atmosphere, it is widely appreciated for a versatile lineup that fits both quick lunches and leisurely evening meals.
Lunch is especially appealing for its broad selection, spanning wallet-friendly sets to generous multi-piece courses. Notable offerings include the Raicho set—featuring 11 pieces of nigiri served with miso soup and dessert—and the 10-piece Toki set, both known for satisfying, well-portioned toppings. Alongside classic nigiri, the kitchen prepares casual midday alternatives like the varied makanai-don and colorful bara-chirashi rice bowls, letting you match lunch to your appetite.
Come evening, the extensive selection of a la carte small plates and sake-friendly snacks takes center stage. Crowd favorites include the hikarimono gari-maki (pickled ginger wrapped with shiny silver-skinned fish) and slow-simmered tender common octopus, alongside sweet corn tempura and Sato's signature deep-fried horse mackerel made with sashimi-grade fish. Seasonal delicacies also appear throughout the year, such as thinly sliced live filefish served with its rich liver soy sauce and whole sea urchin in the shell scooped with a spoon. It works equally well for a comprehensive omakase course or an evening spent lingering over a few chosen drinks and snacks.
The drink list covers plenty of ground, pouring regional sakes served chilled or warm alongside beers, wines, and bottles from Kenzo Estate. Welcoming both solo diners and small groups, it is an inviting stop where booking ahead for lunch or dinner is well worthwhile.
