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Notes on Japanese cooking, craft and the room at Mikata.
Latest · August 17, 2026
Anyone searching for the best sushi in Dunwoody, GA quickly learns the difference between a spot that simply serves sushi…
July 16, 2026 · Reading time: 3 min
Stepping out for dinner in a premier neighborhood should feel like entering a temporary escape, where the outside world quietly…
June 18, 2026 · Reading time: 4 min
We all recognize those evenings when we crave the absolute luxury of a premium, chef-driven meal, but our energy levels…
May 20, 2026 · Reading time: 4 min
A great evening out is about more than just finding a table; it is about stepping into an environment that…
April 22, 2026 · Reading time: 4 min
Not every Japanese restaurant is designed to be remembered. Some focus on speed, others on trend, but an elevated Japanese…
March 27, 2026 · Reading time: 4 min
When planning a business event, the food you choose plays a bigger role than most people expect. It’s not just…
February 26, 2026 · Reading time: 2 min
Lunch near the office shouldn’t feel like a compromise. It should be efficient, well-paced, and structured enough to fit between…
January 13, 2026 · Reading time: 2 min
Traditional Japanese food isn’t defined by abundance or complexity. It’s defined by control. Each dish has a role, each element…
January 2, 2026 · Reading time: 2 min
A well-run Japanese restaurant is built on rhythm. Timing matters, pace matters, and so does the relationship between the kitchen,…
December 18, 2025 · Reading time: 2 min
Ordering sushi online comes with a fair amount of skepticism – and for good reason. Sushi relies on temperature, timing,…
December 16, 2025 · Reading time: 2 min
Atlanta’s sushi scene has evolved beyond strict definitions. While classic nigiri and sashimi remain central, there’s growing interest in rolls…
November 29, 2025 · Reading time: 2 min
Georgia’s dining scene has grown more curious, more discerning, and far more willing to explore flavor profiles that don’t rely…
November 17, 2025 · Reading time: 2 min
There’s no garnish that can fake precision. When it comes to the best sashimi platter in Dunwoody, what matters most…
October 29, 2025 · Reading time: 2 min
There’s nothing complicated about hibachi chicken – and that’s exactly why it works. A grill, high heat, and the right…
October 22, 2025 · Reading time: 2 min
Few steaks inspire more debate—or quiet admiration—than filet mignon. Known for its tenderness and subtle flavor, it’s a cut that…
September 26, 2025 · Reading time: 2 min
Corporate catering has shifted. It’s no longer just about filling tables with sandwiches and chips—it’s about creating experiences that reflect…
September 22, 2025 · Reading time: 2 min
The northern suburbs of Atlanta have grown into serious dining neighborhoods, and Dunwoody is no exception. What was once considered…
August 29, 2025 · Reading time: 2 min
If there’s one ramen style that defines indulgence, it’s tonkotsu. Born in Fukuoka, this pork bone broth has become one…
August 25, 2025 · Reading time: 2 min
When it comes to ramen, the broth sets the stage for the entire bowl. Among the most popular bases, two…
July 29, 2025 · Reading time: 2 min
Atlanta is no stranger to Japanese food – but finding a place that feels truly Japanese, not just Japanese-inspired, requires…
July 10, 2025 · Reading time: 2 min
Ask ten people for the best ramen flavor and you’ll get ten different answers. That’s not a flaw in the…
June 26, 2025 · Reading time: 2 min
In most cases, a gift card is just a transaction—a fallback gesture, a safe option. But when it comes from…
June 10, 2025 · Reading time: 2 min
Not all food travels well. And when it comes to Japanese cuisine, precision is everything—from temperature and texture to timing.…
May 25, 2025 · Reading time: 2 min
Atlanta has no shortage of restaurants labeled “Japanese.” Some lean into spectacle. Others stretch the definition until it barely holds.…
May 9, 2025 · Reading time: 2 min
Atlanta’s food scene moves fast. It’s full of trends, fast fusions, and restaurants trying to do everything at once. But…
April 22, 2025 · Reading time: 3 min
The Japanese tea ceremony, or chanoyu, is more than just an occasion to drink tea. It is a practice steeped…
April 6, 2025 · Reading time: 2 min
Most restaurants that offer delivery cut corners. That’s not a criticism—it’s a reality of the format. Heat dissipates, textures collapse,…
March 12, 2025 · Reading time: 2 min
In a city as fast-moving and layered as Atlanta, it’s easy to confuse popularity with quality. Nowhere is that more…
March 8, 2025 · Reading time: 2 min
Atlanta isn’t an obvious sushi city. It doesn’t sit on a coast, and it’s not historically known for Japanese cuisine.…
February 19, 2025 · Reading time: 3 min
Cocktail culture has no shortage of bold moves, but Japanese whisky isn’t looking to steal the spotlight. Its contribution to…
February 8, 2025 · Reading time: 3 min
Japanese whisky doesn’t need theatrics. It doesn’t beg for attention or rely on gimmicks. Its presence in a glass is…
January 28, 2025 · Reading time: 4 min
If you’re searching for authentic Japanese food in Atlanta, look no further than Mikata. Known for its immersive hibachi experience,…
December 2, 2024 · Reading time: 4 min
At Mikata, we honor traditional culinary techniques to deliver the most authentic Japanese dining experience to our guests in Atlanta.…
November 19, 2024 · Reading time: 4 min
Tonkotsu is a special ramen, with a unique creamy, opaque broth that fascinates food lovers worldwide. But why is it…
November 7, 2024 · Reading time: 5 min
Craving a dish that celebrates Japanese culture? In search of that fusion of colors and fresh ingredients that defines authentic…
