Omakase at Shibumi: The Japanese Tasting Experience in Quito
When it comes to sushi in Quito, many restaurants offer a variety of menus, but at Shibumi we decided to take it a step further and get closer to the essence of Japanese cuisine: Omakase.
What does Omakase mean?
In Japanese, omakase means “I leave it in your hands.” It is a culinary tradition in which the diner trusts the chef to choose the dishes. More than a menu, it is an act of trust and a bond of respect: the customer acknowledges the chef’s experience and sensitivity, and the chef responds with the best of their creativity and the freshest catch of the day.
The Omakase Experience in Japan
In the best Japanese restaurants, omakase is a ritual. It is not about ordering a dish, but about living an experience that flows through multiple courses. Each preparation is designed to take the palate from delicate to intense, from raw to cooked, from the sea to the land. The order is not random: it is philosophy, balance, and respect for nature.
The Philosophy Behind Omakase
Omakase reminds us that food can be a meditative experience. By trusting the chef, we stop controlling and allow ourselves to be surprised. Each bite tells a story: of the sea, the season, tradition, and refined technique. That is why, more than a dinner, omakase is a silent dialogue between the diner and the sushi master.
Omakase at Shibumi
At Shibumi, we want omakase to be our calling card and what sets us apart from other Japanese restaurants in Quito. Our tasting menu consists of 8 carefully crafted courses:
- A soup that opens the appetite and prepares the senses
- Tatakis full of flavor and technique
- Sashimis that highlight the freshness of our catch
- Nigiris, our specialty and the heart of omakase
- Rolls that combine tradition and creativity
- And finally, a dessert that sweetly closes the experience
Each visit to omakase is different, because the catch changes, the season changes, and the chef always finds new ways to surprise.
Where to Find the Best Sushi in Quito?
Answering that question is not easy, but we believe authenticity, technique, and freshness are essential. At Shibumi, omakase is the purest way to show what we do and why so many diners consider us among the best restaurants in Quito.
Location: Ruiz de Castilla and Lorenzo Aldana
Reservations: https://bit.ly/ReservaShibumiWhatsApp
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