Feast for the Senses

Say hello to Hiyakawa, a contemporary Japanese micro-restaurant with a design that dazzles and cuisine that awakens the senses

Sugata Mori. Photo by Michael Pisarri

Wynwood is typically revered for provocative, bold art exhibitions and eclectic, colorful restaurants, yet it’s an understated newcomer that’s currently the neighborhood rage. Say hello to Hiyakawa, a contemporary Japanese micro-restaurant with a design that dazzles and cuisine that awakens the senses. Owner and art dealer Alvaro Perez Miranda commissioned interior designer Bea Pernia for a statement-making minimalist space, which plays out as a three-dimensional opus of concentric wood paneling arched from walls and vaulted from the ceiling while framing an 8-seat, showcase sushi counter.

Photo by Luis Mora

Seasonal fish and seafood selections are meticulously sliced, prepared, and plated behind the counter by chef Shuji Hiyakawa and his all-star team. Look forward to zensai (appetizers), yakimono (grilled or pan-fried dishes), sashimi, and nigiri accompanied by a brush for delicately applying aged soy sauce. Order a la carte, or go for gold with the multicourse omakase and let the warm and welcoming kitchen and wait staff surprise, delight, and wow you all evening long. 

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