Omakase doesn’t always have to cost RM400 and above. If you’ve been wanting to try a proper Japanese omakase experience without burning your wallet, here are five of the most affordable omakase spots in KL & Selangor, with prices and course counts clearly listed.
P.S.: If you prefer a more premium experience, try omakase when you head to Bangkok. Compared to KL, high-end omakase in Bangkok is often noticeably cheaper, with more courses and premium imported ingredients offered at a lower price point.
1. Sou Omakase Dining
Located in The Gardens Mall, Sou Omakase remains a reigning champion for affordability. It’s widely regarded as the most accessible entry point for premium Japanese dining in KL, offering a serene atmosphere away from the mall’s hustle.
Price: Starting from RM118++ (Lunch) / RM308++ (Dinner)
Course Count: * Lunch: 5 Courses (includes appetizers, mixed sushi/sashimi, and dessert).
Dinner: 6+ Courses (more elaborate seasonal presentations).
Location: The Gardens Mall, Mid Valley City, KL.
2. Umi Omakase (Himuka Course)
Umi Omakase in Bangsar South has made waves with its “Himuka” menu. While they offer high-end dinner sets, their value-engineered lunch course is a steal for those who want a Wagyu-centric experience without the four-digit price tag.
Price: RM133 nett (Lunch-specific “Himuka” Course)
Course Count: 7–8 Items (includes appetizer, tempura, chawanmushi, A5 Miyazaki Wagyu kushiyaki, and a signature bara chirashi don).
Location: Bangsar South, KL.
3. Kinome @ Isetan
One of the newest additions to the scene, Kinome brings a “democratic” approach to Omakase. Situated in Lot 10, it focuses on seasonality and simplicity, featuring fresh ingredients flown in weekly from Japan.
Price: Starting from RM188++ * Course Count: 9 Courses (includes appetizer, soup, a curated selection of nigiri, and dessert).
Location: 4th Floor, Isetan The Japan Store, Lot 10, KL.
4. Sushi Azabu
While its spin-off Nikaku is gone, the main Sushi Azabu remains a Michelin-selected powerhouse. Surprisingly, their “Koi” course is still one of the most competitive prices in the city for high-grade Edomae sushi.
Price: RM120++ (Lunch)
Course Count: 12 Items (includes appetizer, 10 pieces of premium nigiri sushi, and miso soup).
Location: 4th Floor, The Table, Isetan The Japan Store, Lot 10, KL
5. Sushi Yoshi
If you want the full “ceremony” of a long meal with plenty of courses, Sushi Yoshi at LaLaport is your best bet. It’s slightly pricier than the others but offers a significantly higher volume of food.
Price: RM298++
Course Count: 15+ Items (Appetizer, 3 types of Sashimi, Mushimono, Seasonal Hot Dish, 7 kinds of Nigiri, Soup, and Dessert).
Location: LaLaport Bukit Bintang City Centre, KL.
Recap:
1. Sou Omakase Dining
2. Umi Omakase (Himuka Course)
3. Kinome @ Isetan
4. Nikaku by Azabu
5. Sushi Yoshi
