Sushi Sase

Sushi Sase is a restaurant in Central, Hong Kong, with chef-led omakase sushi at Baskerville House, 22 Ice House St. It places its sushi counter at the heart of the room so guests watch every cut and hand-formed piece. Fish arrive from Hokkaido, chefs work methodically, and plates move at a deliberate pace. The address is Shop G1, G/F Baskerville House, 22 Ice House Street, Central, and the counter seating creates a direct chef-to-guest exchange that defines the meal.

The kitchen’s lineage matters here. Sushi Sase was founded by Satoshi Sase, a top sushi chef from Sapporo with an award-winning background at Sushizen. Today Chef Sase Satoshi leads the team, continuing that founding vision. The philosophy is clear: let the fish speak.

Seafood is sourced daily from Hokkaido, kept using natural ice for preservation, and prepared with classic Edomae knife work and rice technique. The restaurant’s reputation among sushi connoisseurs rests on consistent sourcing, disciplined technique, and a menu that privileges purity over embellishment. That lineage and focus position Sushi Sase as a serious, traditional option amid Hong Kong’s diverse sushi scene. The omakase begins with light sashimi, moves through nigiri in thoughtful progression, and sometimes includes a mini kaiseki plate that introduces seasonal vegetables or a delicate broth.

Signature items include silky Toro nigiri layered on precisely seasoned rice, seasonal Hokkaido sashimi showcasing clean, saline notes, and occasional Hokkaido uni served simply to highlight texture. Chefs use controlled temperatures for rice, tempered vinegar levels, and subtle garnishes such as a whisper of yuzu or freshly grated ginger to balance each bite. Techniques like gentle searing, short curing, and natural-ice preservation keep each piece focused on texture and immediate flavour. Portions are sized for tasting; expect approximately 15 to 20 pieces depending on the omakase.

The meal is for diners seeking a concentrated, chef-led sushi experience rather than a long multiple-course tasting with heavy sauces. The interior is uncluttered and calm, with minimalist finishes and soft lighting that direct attention to the sushi counter and the chefs’ hands. About 18 seats at the main counter, two to three small tables, and a private VIP room with counter seating create an intimate setting. Service is formal yet restrained: staff offer concise introductions to each fish and its origin, then allow the food to take centre stage.

Small, authentic touches, like fully automatic Japanese Toto toilets, contribute to an unforced Japanese atmosphere. Acoustics are controlled so conversation remains low; the soundscape is the chef’s knife and the quiet exchange of plates. If you value purity of fish, precise rice, and a focused Edomae sushi progression, Sushi Sase offers Hokkaido’s seasonal catches. The restaurant’s chef-led counter and daily sourcing create an intimate tasting that rewards attention to detail.

Call ahead and secure a spot at Sushi Sase for a concentrated, authentic sushi experience in Central, Hong Kong.