The former Dakar NOLA space on Magazine Street is slated to get another elevated concept in its place. Kintsugi will be a high-end Japanese concept featuring an extensive menu centered around sushi, refined small plates, fresh crudo, and elevated bento boxes. According to permit filings, the upcoming eatery’s culinary program highlights items like a Honey Miso Black Cod appetizer, a bluefin tuna trio crudo with citrus caviar, and a selection of signature “Boxes”— such as the lavish Royal Chirashi Box featuring uni, sweet shrimp, and Hokkaido scallop, served with an organic jidori egg yolk and choice of soup. The menu also includes an array of sophisticated nigiri options, as well as inventive open-face handrolls. What Now New Orleans has reached out for more information.Set to be located at 3814 Magazine
Set to be located at 3814 Magazine St., the upcoming restaurant comes from Huy Pham, who also operates Yakuza House in Metairie. While Yakuza House sticks close to the contemporary sushi restaurant format, Kintsugi, which translates to “golden journey” in English, is poised to offer more sophisticated fare at a higher price point.
