Kado No Mise
Welcome to the world of Kado No Mise, a hidden gem in Minneapolis that offers a unique dining experience like no other. This upscale Japanese sushi bar and cocktail bar boasts a menu filled with exquisite dishes that will tantalize your taste buds.
Located at 33 N 1st Ave Fl 2 in Minneapolis, MN, Kado No Mise is a place where reservations are highly recommended to secure your spot. The restaurant offers delivery and takeout options for those who prefer to enjoy their meals at home.
When it comes to the food, Kado No Mise prides itself on a menu that includes many vegetarian options for those looking for plant-based delights. The sushi and sashimi selection are a standout feature, featuring a wide range of fresh and high-quality fish varieties.
Customers rave about the meticulous presentation, exceptional customer service, and overall dining experience at Kado No Mise. Reviews highlight the fresh and delicious nature of the dishes, with some even comparing the experience to dining in Japan itself.
Whether you opt for the Zensai starters, the Gozen warm plates, the Menrui noodles, or the tantalizing Sushi and Sashimi offerings, each dish is crafted with care and attention to detail. The Omakase option allows you to sit back and let the chef curate a culinary journey for you.
While dining at Kado No Mise may come with a price tag, customers often find it worth the splurge for the quality of food, ambiance, and overall experience. From the carefully selected sake pairings to the intimate and upscale setting, Kado No Mise promises a dining experience like no other.
So, whether you're a sushi aficionado or simply looking for a unique and upscale dining experience, Kado No Mise is the place to be. Indulge in the flavors of Japan and immerse yourself in a culinary adventure that will leave you craving for more.
Kado No Mise Menu
Location
Address: 33 N 1st Ave Fl 2 Minneapolis, MN 55401
Phone: (612) 338-1515
Business info
- Takes ReservationsYes
- DeliveryNo
- TakeoutNo
- Many Vegetarian OptionsYes
- Wheelchair accessibleYes
- Accepts Credit CardsYes
- Accepts Android PayNo
- Accepts Apple PayNo
- Accepts CryptocurrencyNo
- Outdoor SeatingYes
- Intimate, UpscaleYes
- Moderate NoiseYes
- Casual DressYes
- Good for DinnerYes
- Street ParkingYes
- Waiter ServiceYes
- Free Wi-FiYes
- Best nights on Tuesday, Wednesday, ThursdayYes
- Full BarYes
- Dogs AllowedYes
- Covered Outdoor SeatingYes
- Gender-neutral restroomsYes
- Offers CateringNo
- Not Good For GroupsNo
- Not Good For KidsNo
- Not Good For DancingNo
- Pool TableNo
- SmokingNo
- TVNo
- Bike ParkingYes
Last Reviews
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Author: Justine L.
This is our second time visiting Kado no Mise (upstairs, 2nd floor) for our sushi splurge. It's super pricey, but the presentation, customer service, artistry (knife cuts to the octopus and sushi), and quality were INCREDIBLE. The Twin Cities have been missing an amazing sushi restaurant for decades, and now, this one hits the mark. Having eaten amazing sushi in Japan, this one is spot on. Expensive, but worth the splurge.
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Author: Jennifer B.
What a fun and beautiful tasting menu with Sake pairing! (you can see our collection of cups by midway through) I am not a sake lover, but even I enjoyed tasting each of the different beverages with every course. My favorite sake of the night tasted like a mimosa, and is pictured in the photos. The fish was superb, and the whole experience was very special- highly recommend!
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Author: Kristina N.
Loves being able to sit at the counter and interact with the chef as he explained each dish. The good was amazing and the decor was good!
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Author: Luke F.
"And now for the worst part of the night: the bill." ~our sushi chef Kado is really a splurge, I will emphasize -- ooff: the bill, but also: it was worth it. My bill was $532 for two, including one sake pairing (do it) and the "service charge" (they don't ask for a tip, so this seems ok). Many of my favorite meals are just that burger, that sushi, that bowl of pho that really hit the spot. Dining out is already an expensive hobby so for folks on an an average budget, how are these ultra expensive meals justified? The bottom line: I took my GF for her birthday, and what we got was a deeply enjoyable dining experience, that also felt like a cultural exploration, and was most importantly delicious. Land-locked Minneapolis is actually pretty well-off in terms of sush. Wakame happy hour and Momo Sushi provide a very nice value, with quality sushi rolls and really some delicious yellow tail, salmon, and tuna sashimi. And if you're feeling bougie, Billy Sushi in the North Loop does offer something *a little* better, very swanky feeling, for like triple the price. Well Kado is more expensive still but what you get is a very authentic, human, cultural experience. And a tangible step beyond the ordinary great sushi: variety of fish outside the trinity (salmon, tuna, yellowtail), freshness you can taste, and the seasoning. Have you realized that when you order sushi, you are responsible for seasoning with wasabi and soy sauce? Here each bite is expertly seasoned with real fresh grated wasabi, house pressed soy sauce, sometimes a squeeze of lime or just a pinch of salt. And the upgrades: Chef's counter omakase: I vote that this is the base experience. There is not an extra charge for this, but spots are more limited and the cheaper "ume" ($70) meal is off the table. While there is a nice dining room, sitting across from the sushi chef and seeing them work as they engage you in conversation is very nice. (One of the chefs, usually in the middle, wears a face mask, is especially funny and engaging) Matsu ($160) vs take ($115): The initial courses will be unique creations followed by the remaining 3/4 of the menu: multiple single bite sushi (raw or cooked fish on rice). (See my photos for examples of both types of courses.) We were seated next to someone who had the cheaper of the two menses. While we shared otherwise the same very enjoyable courses, we got three bonus courses: uni (sea urchin, quite special), cooked eel, and A5 waygu (single bite over rice, blow torched). I will say this these three bonus courses were awesome, and yet the person sitting next to us got everything else we did - these three "Matsu" courses were the proverbial gravy on top, but the meat of the meal can be enjoyed with the fantastic "take"menu. Getting the masu does help with a common critic of Kade: you will leave "Japanese full" but not "American full." Even with the maximum level of courses, if you come hungry you will leave satisfied but not stuffed. Sake pairing: I am not a sake connoisseur, yet I just loved this. You can see in one of my photos three distinct glasses. Each sake came in a distinct, visually striking glass; with its own serving temperature, notes, and pairing rationale provided. I vote get one pairing for two people and share. $60 dollars, but does add an entire new dimension to the experience. Critiques: nothing major. Some may expect to leave full for the price; we got the biggest Matsu menu but felt like splitting an order wings at Runyons after. But we were technically full and certainly holistically satisfied. Desert is minimal, they serve a sort of sorbet (gelatin?) and we "guess the flavor," lovely but desert fans may want more. Service fee: Covid has conditioned us to hate these added fees, I will say when they ran my card there was no line for tip so seems this service fee is appropriately a mandatory tip; I think this is ok. Oh and FYI most of the food isn't hot (isn't even cooked, it's sushi!). But the included miso soup is fantastic! If you're not a big sushi fan, maybe you would rather go to Demi? Trivia: One of their chefs is an official "Goodwill Ambassador for the Promotion of Japanese Food." by the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries of Japan. Final thought Our meal was about $266 per person, was it really worth it? Only you can determine that. To me this felt like a world class dining experience, a mini trip to Japan Bonus, the soundtrack: the restaurant music was a nice jazz playlist, like out of a Haruki Murakami novel. I Want to be Happy (Oscar Peterson Trio), Moonglow (Erroll Garner), Lands End (Harold Land) Additional important info: there are multiple experiences in this combined restaurant - a Japanese whisky bar, an Italian Japanese fusion restaurant, and on Mondays a hot food menu (udon, etc)