The Tiny Restaurant In Texas That Only Serves 10 Guests At A Time

The saying "good things come in small packages" definitely rings true when it comes to Tatsu Dallas. A tiny restaurant in Texas, this omakase-style eatery only has room for 10 guests at a time. Rather than feeling cramped, however, the restaurant's intimacy only adds to its charm, fostering a connection between chef and patron and making for a unique dining experience you'll remember for years to come.

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Tucked away in the historic Continental Gin building, Tatsu Dallas is one of the most intimate dining experiences you'll ever have, offering seating for just 10 guests at a time.

In traditional omakase style, the menu is entirely chef-driven and includes many different courses (between 15 and 18 depending on the night).

Chef Tatsuya Sekiguchi is the owner and executive chef at Tatsu Dallas.

His father was also a sushi chef at the family's restaurant in Japan, and Chef Tatsu spent his entire childhood learning the art before setting off for NYC in 2001. After working in Manhattan for over 10 years, Tatsu opened his very first restaurant right here in Dallas.

Tatsu offers two seatings per day, five nights per week (so a maximum of 20 guests per evening).

Upon arrival, you'll notice just how small the space is. You get to watch your food being made from start to finish and interact with the chef in a way that simply isn't possible in an ordinary restaurant.

While the exact menu changes regularly, guests can expect 1-2 appetizers, 13-15 pieces of nigri-style sushi, a hand roll, miso soup, and dessert.

There is an emphasis on fresh, local, and seasonal ingredients, and you can taste the difference with each bite you take.

Salmon is rarely served at Tatsu Dallas, but when it's in season in Japan (usually in early June), you don't want to miss the opportunity to enjoy Chef Tatsu's expert preparation of the succulent fish.

Certain ingredients, such as these scallion sprouts, are sourced directly from the Dallas Farmers' Market!

Dessert is always a crowd favorite, with such delicious offerings as rich and creamy dairy-free ice cream.

There is also an on-site bar specializing in cocktails that complement the ingredients on Chef Tatsu's menu.

Visit the Tatsu Dallas website or the Tatsu Dallas Facebook page for more information about the restaurant, and/or to book a table. And if you need somewhere to stay while you're in town, I highly recommend checking out Hotel ZaZa.