Japanese restaurant-bar KOI Sushi + Izakaya now is now open on Club Street serving light Japanese sushi and sashimi as well as Nippon-inspired drinks.
The place was founded by Clement Chin (who has industry experience working at Lucky 13 and IndoChine) and the cozy space showcases local artwork. On the menu are simple Japanese bites such as scallop sashimi ($13), seasoned baby octopus ($7) and tuna tartare on toast ($12).
Drinkwise, options include cocktails like the Truffled Japanese Whisky Sour ($16)—Nikka whisky, lemon, egg white and truffle oil—and the Cherry Blossom ($16), Effen black cherry, Kirei umeshu, cherry and lime. There are also shooters including Tokyo Banana ($9), comprising banana puree, baileys and vodka. Plus, beers like Hitachino Nest Pale Ale ($15).
