Kihachi Japanese Restaurant

Ok, I'm sorry I'm not posting pictures, but I can't get to them right now. This place is wonderful for people who want authentic Japanese food. Anthony Bourdain said the same thing. How is this place in Ohio?! It's one of the best restaurants in Columbus. BUT it is not cheap and it is not a sushi place. The free sushi rolls they have are very simple and very high quality fish (they usually have 2 or 3 single fish options). I'm so disappointed that Columbus people are rating this spot so low. It's better than most in Columbus but it's important to know it's Japanese and very similar to tapas in the way you'd order, a few little dishes. They do have really good brothy soup dishes. They also have a call ahead chef's special that is a piece of art and different every time but it's straight class! Several courses. The chef just showed off. I think it's around $80. Call ahead only.

This was a unique surprise. I went here for a friend's graduation party. We had a private dining room with the traditional Japanese in ground table. Although the menu was a bit confusing, the hostess gladly walked us through it. We had a great assortment of items to share and the dinner was great. I had the Nabeyaki Udon. Later we figured out that it was all prepared and cooked by one chef. Highly recommend.

The very best in town. If you have not tried you really need to. The sampler menu is absolutely unique and the level of genius that is continuously show in the amazing food I have never seen equal or even close. Yes they have the Norman noodle dishrs,but the deep fried lotus root to the miso tuna dishes to any number of absolutely stunning combinations will delight you interest and taste buds. The menu only has a few sushi items but they are definately worth a try. Also take a look at the kitchen, you can see it from the bar. Each dish is handmade and quite inspiring.

If you’d like to eat quick and inexpensive food, this is not the place you should go to. However, If you’d like to eat and enjoy delicious food slowly and spend time talking with people important to you, this is the best place to go. The service is very slow but the food is really good. You should make a reservation.

Amazing! So happy to have you in Columbus! Not a newborn setting so don't be mad just get a sitter, not every place is newborn friendly! Get it Togo so the rest of us can enjoy our dinner, Respect Others! You may have the best Japanese Style Cuisine just short of Tokyo! Thank you Chef Mike! A great experience!! Cheers!!!

Incredible Dining Experience! The first time I went there was in December last year and we ordered 9 small plates a la carte, and every dish, except the mackerel, was perfect (especially the Toro, fried oysters, and mushrooms). It's not that the mackerel wasn't good, but I've had better. The second time I went there was a few days ago for an Omakase meal, which was 11 (small dish) courses. The Omakase was pricey ($250 per person including gratuity), but so worth it, especially the Wagyu beef, duck fish, and the fresh water shrimp. The Omakase was not only the best Japanese meal that I've eaten, but probably one of my best meals ever.