Sushi Kanesaka
Gangnam-gu, Seoul
Restaurant in Seoul, South Korea
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Price
$200–300per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Sushi Kanesaka is a strong Seoul choice for a polished sushi-focused special occasion, especially for two diners or a business meal in Gangnam. The Michelin-star signal helps justify the splurge, but it is less suited to groups, strict dietary needs, or diners looking for casual value.
About Sushi Kanesaka
Sushi Kanesaka is a Michelin-starred venue in Seoul, recognized with 1 Star in the Michelin Guide Seoul & Busan 2026. Its dress code is smart casual, making it a polished option for diners seeking a Michelin-recognized meal in the city.
Seoul has many dining options across different moods and budgets. If Michelin recognition and smart casual guidance are the signals you are using to plan, Sushi Kanesaka belongs on a shortlist; if you need detailed menu, service, price, or seating information before deciding, check directly with the venue.
A Seoul venue with confirmed Michelin recognition
The clearest reason to consider Sushi Kanesaka is its 1 Star in the Michelin Guide Seoul & Busan 2026. That gives diners a strong recognition signal without needing to rely on assumptions about format, menu structure, chef, seat count, or price.
Avoid building the whole plan around assumptions. The venue is in Seoul, and the dress code is smart casual.
Use it when a Michelin-starred Seoul venue is the priority
Sushi Kanesaka makes the most sense when Michelin recognition itself is central to the decision. For counter seating, tasting menus, solo dining, groups, or occasion formats, check the practical details directly before committing.
If this meal anchors a Seoul trip, keep the surrounding itinerary flexible and compare it with other dining options based on the current details for each booking. For broader planning, use the Seoul restaurants guide. You can also compare Sushi Kanesaka with named options such as Boreumsae, Gomtang Lab, Oegojip Seolleongtang, Tim Ho Wan, or Wei Lou according to your needs.
Quick reference: choose Sushi Kanesaka if you want a Michelin Guide Seoul & Busan 2026 1 Star venue in Seoul and are comfortable confirming practical details directly before you go.
Planning details
- Location
- 1F, Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas, 521 Teheran-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Seoul Capital Area, 06164, KOR
- Website
- seoul.intercontinental.com/grandicparnas
- Phone
- +82 2-559-7627
Venue details
Ambiance
A serene, minimalist hinoki counter inside a luxury hotel’s Japanese fine-dining restaurant, with soft lighting, hushed conversation, and highly attentive, formal service that focuses all attention on the craftsmanship of each piece of sushi.
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Vibe
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Experience
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Formal
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Intimate
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- Omakase, Counter dining, Tasting menu, Set menu
- Drinks Focus
- Sake, Wine
- Dietary
- Pescatarian friendly
- Private Dining
- Available
- Opened
- 2024
Signature Dishes
- Chef Tamaru Omakase
- Chef Jo Bongsu Omakase
- Premium Edomae nigiri selection
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 1F, Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas, 521 Teheran-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Seoul Capital Area, 06164, KOR
Planning details
Location
1F, Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas, 521 Teheran-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Seoul Capital Area, 06164, KOR · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Wei Lou, Notable alternative
- Gomtang Lab, Gomtang, ₩
- Boreumsae, Barbecue, ₩₩
- Tim Ho Wan, Dim Sum, ₩
- Oegojip Seolleongtang, Seolleongtang, ₩
Restaurant context
How Sushi Kanesaka compares in Seoul
Sushi Kanesaka sits in a different decision lane from Gomtang Lab, Oegojip Seolleongtang, and Tim Ho Wan. Those are better value plays for a low-pressure meal, with clearer appeal for casual dining and tighter budgets. Choose them when the goal is comfort, speed, or a lighter spend; choose Sushi Kanesaka when the occasion calls for polish and a quieter sushi format.
Against Boreumsae, the choice is mainly mood and group size. Boreumsae's barbecue format is better for a social table and a livelier dinner, while Sushi Kanesaka is better for two diners, a client meal, or a celebration where the pacing should feel controlled. Booking difficulty also pushes the decision: if the sushi counter is unavailable, Boreumsae is the more natural pivot for a celebratory Korean meal.
Wei Lou is the more flexible cross-shop if the priority is staying in Seoul's polished dining lane without committing to sushi. For a broader night out, pair restaurant planning with Pearl's Seoul hotels guide, Seoul bars guide, Seoul wineries guide, and Seoul experiences guide. For Japan-leaning casual alternatives outside Korea, compare the mood with Jōdo Saké Bar in Los Angeles or Onigiri Time in Pasadena.
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Compare Sushi Kanesaka
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sushi Kanesaka | Seoul | No published awards | ||
| Wei Lou | Seoul | No published awards | ||
| Gomtang Lab | Seoul | Gomtang | Michelin Guide Seoul & Busan 20262025 Michelin Bib Gourmand2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand | ₩ |
| Boreumsae | Seoul | Barbecue | Michelin Guide Seoul & Busan 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate | ₩₩ |
| Tim Ho Wan | Seoul | Dim Sum | 2025 OAD Casual in Asia Ranked · #742025 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #5882025 Michelin Plate2024 OAD Casual in Asia Ranked · #792024 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #3852024 Michelin Plate2023 OAD Casual in Asia Ranked · #612023 OAD Casual in North America Recommended | ₩ |
| Oegojip Seolleongtang | Seoul | Seolleongtang | Michelin Guide Seoul & Busan 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate | ₩ |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What are other venues to compare with Sushi Kanesaka?
Other named options to compare include Wei Lou, Boreumsae, Tim Ho Wan, Gomtang Lab, and Oegojip Seolleongtang. Choose based on the specific details for your date, party size, budget, and dining preferences.
Is Sushi Kanesaka good for a special occasion?
It can be considered if you are looking for a Michelin Guide Seoul & Busan 2026 1 Star venue in Seoul.
What should I wear to Sushi Kanesaka?
The dress code is smart casual. Aim for neat, polished clothing suitable for the setting.
