Murakami

Cuisine

Japanese Contemporary

Michelin

1

Price

$$$$

Website

https://www.murakamimu.com

Description

A Japanese restaurant with a unique feel thanks to its designer decor and its large, elongated dining counter which is divided into three spaces where guests can observe the chefs in action. Here, everything revolves around the figure of chef Tsuyoshi Murakami, originally from Hokkaido in Japan, who emigrated to Brazil as a child (years later he returned to Japan to study its cuisine). This extrovert character who runs his eponymous restaurant successfully and has a charming ability to take his guests on a gastronomic voyage of discovery, concentrates his focus on two menus (you’ll need to spe

Review score

4.9

Review count

55

Review summary

Murakami in São Paulo is a contemporary Japanese restaurant with exceptional ratings. Food quality is the primary highlight, with diners praising the freshness, creativity, and presentation of sushi, sashimi, and Omakase courses. Service is consistently commended for its warmth and personal attention, often provided directly by the owner, creating a welcoming, family-run atmosphere. The ambiance is described as cozy and elegant. However, some negative feedback cites small portion sizes for the price and excessive noise levels, suggesting mixed perceptions of value. While most experiences are memorable, a minority found the setting pretentious or the portions insufficient.

Best for

Suitable for diners seeking high-quality Japanese cuisine, personal chef interaction, and a refined dining experience.

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