Kensho
6-Course Nouveau Japanese Dinner Series
Nestled in the Hollywood Hills and sharing a stunning landscape with the landmark 1914 Yamashiro Restaurant, renowned for its gardens and koi pond, Kensho, which opened in April 2019, is, in the words of Eater, “a glorious exercise in Japanese minimalism.” Everything is absolutely beautiful in this Kelly Patrie-designed space, with light blonde wood bench and stool seating inside and out. The food is remarkably beautiful too. Executive Chef Jason Merritt-Moore, late of Kismet and Botanica, is turning out signature dishes like lightly glazed black cod, Hokkaido scallop aguachile, rice porridge with aged soy, and perfectly seared Scottish salmon with dashi rice. “Incredible food,” says The Infatuation, which dubs Kensho “one of the most personal and unique dining experiences in Los Angeles.” We will be taking over the restaurant for this event, and Chef Merrit-Moore will be on hand to answer your questions and discuss the aesthetic considerations that go into making a great dining experience.
About the Host:
Jason Merritt-Moore
Executive Chef
Originally from Chicago, Chef Jason trained in the kitchens of Belly Q and Café Marie-Jeanne. In 2017 he relocated to LA, honing his craft at Kismet and Botanica before taking the top spot at Kensho earlier this year.
The Lineup
All savory courses will be served family-style. Dessert will be portioned individually.
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Yuzu Salmon Tartare
with dill and tortilla chips
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Wedge Salad
with prosciutto, sesame vinaigrette, and furikake
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Broccolini
with miso vinaigrette and toasted sesame
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Brussel Sprout Caesar
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Crispy Duck Breast
with risotto, charred onion dashi, peas
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Melona Ice Cream Bar
Kensho
1999 N Sycamore Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90068
Event FAQs
- Do I have to bring printed tickets to the event?
- No tickets are needed.
- What must I bring to the event?
- Please make sure to bring a government-issued photo ID.
- Do guests need to be of a certain age to attend this event?
- Yes. All attendees must be 21+ to gain entry.
- What is the event ticket cancellation/refund policy?
- Restaurants purchase the food for our events 14 days before the event date, at which point we are on the hook for the cost of your ticket. As such, we are not able to offer refunds (or credits towards future events) for any cancellation requests submitted within 14 days of the event date. We will, however, issue full refunds for all cancellation requests submitted at least 14 days before the event date. All cancellation requests must be submitted via email to [email protected].
- What does the ticket price cover?
- The ticket price covers the full cost of the meal.
- Can I bring guests/non-members to this event?
- Yep! For this event, guest tickets are $75 + tax & tip, and you can bring up to 3 guests. Please note, guests are not allowed to attend unaccompanied by a member.
- What dietary restrictions/food allergies can be accommodated at this event?
- At this event, the chef will be able to accommodate most dietary restrictions and food allergies. Please note that accommodations can only be made if you Update Your Dietary Restrictions or email us at [email protected] no less than 72 hours before the event.
