Description

Chef Kevin Shikami had been cooking up fusion dishes for years in various restaurants around town. Since opening his own place in 2002, he has finally been able to let loose. The overall mood in his namesake restaurant is Zen calm (dark wood tables, chairs, and floor and recessed lights that illuminate textured paper covers). The menu emphasizes Japanese and Thai preparations and flavors; almost half the entrees are seafood. Shikami's signature dish is his tuna tartare, widely acknowledged as one of the city's best versions of this now-trendy appetizer (here, it's livened up with spicy wasabi and paired with a seasonal salad). Lobster and scallops get a kick from mandarin-orange sauce, while red snapper with a pistachio crust is served with steamed crab wontons in a ginger-orange sauce. Kevin doesn't quite attain the creativity of other restaurants in this price range, but it's a reliable place to find top-quality, modern takes on Asian cuisine. The subdued setting makes it a good choice for business lunches and dinners (as long as you've got a generous expense account). Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.