Shokunin - Calgary

This restaurant is outstanding. The owner is also the head chef, which ensures that the food coming out of the kitchen is not only beautifully presented but als... read more This restaurant is outstanding. The owner is also the head chef, which ensures that the food coming out of the kitchen is not only beautifully presented but also crafted with incredible attention to detail. Each dish has a wonderful balance of flavors that makes every bite a delight, leaving you wanting more—I had to resist the temptation to order a second helping! The space itself isn’t large and tends to get quite busy, but it has a trendy vibe that's perfect for casual outings. However, it’s not the best choice for serious discussions or quiet moments. For food lovers, this place is definitely a must-visit!

The standout offerings included the miso sablefish sushi, which was so buttery and tender that it simply melted in your mouth—I was excited to find out that thi... read more The standout offerings included the miso sablefish sushi, which was so buttery and tender that it simply melted in your mouth—I was excited to find out that this will be a regular item on the menu. We also loved the bone marrow and escargot; it was rich and offered a unique twist compared to typical escargot preparations. The scallops were beautifully presented in their shells on a small charcoal burner. A big thank you to chef and owner Darren and his team for this memorable meal. We are thrilled to add Shokunin to our list of top Japanese restaurants in town. What a fantastic introduction to the omakase experience in our city! Regrettably, we didn’t catch the name of our waitress, but she played a significant role in making our evening wonderful. She was fantastic—genuine, efficient, friendly, and great with our one-year-old. Thank you!

This has been one of the most uniquely flavored meals I've ever experienced. Every dish was delightful, but the standouts for me were definitely the chicken ass... read more This has been one of the most uniquely flavored meals I've ever experienced. Every dish was delightful, but the standouts for me were definitely the chicken ass skewer and the shishito peppers! We ordered the peppers based on our server's recommendation, and they were absolutely incredible. The server was attentive and charming. I will definitely come back to sample more items from the menu.

We had the Kushiyaki Omakase dinner (4 pp max), everything was great! The seats are on the counter by the grill, so you see the chefs cooking, which is fun and... read more We had the Kushiyaki Omakase dinner (4 pp max), everything was great! The seats are on the counter by the grill, so you see the chefs cooking, which is fun and entertaining Price per person: $100+ Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

We did the yakatori omakase and it did not disappoint. The scallop was the best I’ve ever had and coming from someone who grew up and still lives on the shore i... read more We did the yakatori omakase and it did not disappoint. The scallop was the best I’ve ever had and coming from someone who grew up and still lives on the shore in the northeast of America I think that says a lot. The bluefin tuna hand roll was also exceptional. Our server and the head chef did an excellent job of explaining everything to us and keeping us engaged. Also by far the best quality sake I’ve ever had. Meal type: Dinner Price per person: $100+ Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5