Isu

Isu feels like an intimate, stylish basement izakaya, dim, cozy low ceilings with an active sushi bar where you can watch the chefs, and an energetic, often loud dining room.

Business casual, aim for neat, polished but relaxed attire that suits an elevated yet approachable sushi spot.

Yes, Isu is a top pick for date night, with its cozy basement setting, attentive service, and standout cocktails and sushi that guests praise for special evenings.

Avoid holiday tasting nights and busy weekend evenings, guests report long waits and slow seating on Valentine’s Day and on Friday/Saturday nights; for a calmer visit choose a weeknight or an earlier evening seating.

Yes, Isu runs special prix-fixe tasting experiences for holidays; reviewers described a Valentine’s Day set menu that ran at $150 per person (prepaid) with an automatic 20% gratuity.

Yes, Isu offers craft cocktails, sake and a curated spirits selection; guests mention standout cocktails (lychee and espresso martinis), sparkling sake, and aged Japanese whisky pairings.

A frequent favorite at Isu is the Akami Crudo, it’s on the menu and multiple guests single it out for its bright, memorable flavors.