House Of Yoshin Opens In Huntington, Bringing Kaiseki, An Authentic Japanese Experience

HUNTINGTON, NY — House of Yoshin, a Japanese restaurant that strives to offer an authentic tasting experience, has opened in Huntington. The eatery is at 479 New York Ave., Huntington.

Chef Tadaaki "Zack" Ishizaki aims to bring kaiseki — a traditional multi-course Japanese meal considered high-class in Japan — to Huntington. Ishizaki has a background in Michelin-star kitchens.

"Drawing from Japan's timeless seasonal traditions and Long Island's rich bounty, we create and share a dining experience where authentic Japanese flavors and local treasures blend seamlessly, celebrating the best of both worlds under one roof," House of Yoshin stated on its website, describing kaiseki.

Kaiseki is centuries-old and rooted in Zen Buddhist philosophy and imperial court customs, according to the restaurant. Unlike omakase, which centers on raw fish, kaiseki is a cooked and composed tasting menu that flows with the rhythms of the seasons.

House of Yoshin serves kaiseki at a 10-seat counter with two seatings per evening. The multi-course experience offers a "rare opportunity to witness the full expression of Japan's highest culinary art," according to the restaurant.

House of Yoshin is open 4 to 10 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. There are two kaiseki seatings — 6 p.m. and 8 p.m.

Ishizaki's culinary career has brought him to various restaurants in Tokyo and New York. His resume includes the three Michelin-starred Château Restaurant Joël Robuchon in Tokyo, the two Michelin-starred ODO in Manhattan, andBrooklyn’s Salt and Charcoal.

He aims to combine his experience with Long Island's coastal richness at House of Yoshin.

"Kaiseki is more than a meal — it's a reflection of care, season and sensibility," Ishizaki said in a news release. "We're so proud to introduce this authentic experience to Long Island and share this beautiful Japanese tradition with our guests."

In addition to the kaiseki counter, House of Yoshin also offers a bar and cocktail lounge where guests can enjoy an a-la-carte menu of Japanese-inspired small plates, raw bar offerings and large-format dishes, such as Wagyu Katsu Bliss (a minced wagyu sandwich), Japanese fried chicken and chirashi bowls, alongside snacks such as Zack's Wagyu Jersey, fire-kissed olives and deviled eggs with salmon caviar.

The bar program highlights Japanese spirits and seasonal ingredients that complement the food.

Upstairs is a members-only Japanese whiskey lounge. Membership costs $3K a year and is limited to 30 members. The lounge is designed as a "relaxed yet elegant space" for gatherings. It offers an "exceptional selection" of rare and small-batch Japanese whiskeys, shochus, and imported spirits. The full amount of membership is applied toward all food and beverage purchases.

Members can entertain guests and have preferred access to special tastings and other events, according to House of Yoshin.