RESERVATIONS OPEN FOR:

May 29: Whiskey Omakase in collaboration with Bull City Bourbon Club
June 26: Shojin Ryori Vegan Omakase
July 31: Seafood Omakase
August 19-22: Satoshi Katakura is back in Durham! 4-night omakase series!

September, October, & November Omakase themes to be announced soon!

5-COURSE MEALS | $65+ PER PERSON BASED ON EVENT
OPTIONAL DRINK PAIRING – $35

Scroll for more information on each month’s themes & dates!

 
 

Whiskey Omakase – $100 PER PERSON (INCLUDES DRINK PAIRING)

 
 

Join us for our Monthly Omakase dinners! Held on the last Wednesday of the month, these five-course dinners in our izakaya are unique one-of-a-kind experiences, meticulously curated by our chefs and amazing kitchen team with the freshest and most delicious ingredients. Each month will feature a new theme, along with optional drink pairing menus.

 

NOTE: To reserve your table: click the link below, select the specific omakase date. These reservations will be for omakase dinners in our izakaya only. Our ramen shop will not take reservations on these specialty omakase evenings, and tables will be first come, first serve.

See the gallery below for a few snapshots from our 2023 Whiskey Omakase!

 

SHOJIN RYORI Omakase: JUNE 26

Our yearly vegan omakase is back! Inspired by the traditional Japanese buddhist monk cuisine, this omakase sources the best ingredients of the summer season for delectably ripe, flavorful dishes.

Believed to bring balance and alignment to the mind, body, and soul - this meal will provide nourishment through tasty bites and creative drink pairings.

 
 
 

In order to make your party's reservation, please MAKE A RESERVATION USING THE BUTTON ABOVE.
Please note:

  • Once you have made a reservation through Wisely, you should receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive that email within 24 hours please contact us.

  • Cancellations in less than 48 hours of the event incurs a $10 charge per guest.

  • For our special monthly omakase events, we prepare a vegetarian menu in addition to the original menu. Other dietary restrictions are not accommodated for these special omakase events. We are not able to accommodate day-of substitutions. Please note how many guests in your party will require a vegetarian meal when making your reservation.

  • Reservations guarantee you a seat, not a table. The izakaya experience is centered around our exquisite bar. Omakase reservations may be seated at the bar, bar stools, or tables.

FURTHER DETAILS

  • THIS DINNER WILL BE HOSTED IN OUR UPSTAIRS IZAKAYA.

  • DRINK PAIRINGS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR AN ADDITIONAL $35.

  • A GRATUITY OF 20% WILL BE AUTOMATICALLY ADDED TO YOUR FINAL BILL.

  • OUR RAMEN SHOP WILL BE OPEN REGULAR HOURS WITH OUR FULL DINNER MENU.

ABOUT THE OMAKASE DINING EXPERIENCE

In an izakaya, (Japanese pub), ordering omakase entrusts your order to the chef - it is essentially a chef’s tasting menu.  Our chefs will send out the freshest and most delicious dishes of the day. Dining omakase is a way for Dashi to showcase our finest ingredients and techniques!

This dinner is hosted in our upstairs izakaya and is offered by reservation only.


WHAT IF MEMBERS OF MY PARTY HAVE DIETARY RESTRICTIONS?

We usually prepare a vegetarian menu in addition to the standard menu, unless otherwise noted on our reservation page. Menus with other dietary restrictions may not be available. All dietary restrictions should be noted when booking a reservation, as we are not able to accommodate day-of substitutions. Please note how many guests in your party will require a vegetarian meal. Guests with specific allergies may not be able to eat all courses. For a private omakase meal that can accommodate all dietary restrictions – please click here to learn about that private dining experience.

CAN I ORDER ITEMS FROM THE BEVERAGE MENU IN ADDITION TO ENJOYING DINNER?

You are welcome to order anything on our beverage menu! 

IS GRATUITY INCLUDED?

A 20% gratuity will be added to your final bill.