HADASHI SUSHI BAR

True sushi enthusiasts know the makings of a good roll: fresh fish, premium sushigrade rice and just the right amount of accompaniments to enhance, and yet not overpower, the whole dish.

At Hadashi Sushi Bar, Chef Jin Kim never disappoints. Located just off Hilton Sandestin Beach’s main lobby, guests can pull up a stool at the sushi bar or be seated at a table to enjoy authentic sashimi, nigiri and hand-rolled sushi staples, as well as unique chef creations from the master himself.

Chef Kim won’t tell you his is the best sushi in South Walton, but Angelina Covington, General Manager at Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa, tells it like it is: “I’ve heard, numerous times, people say his sushi is the best they’ve ever eaten,” she said.

Between Chef Kim and his second in command, Juni, they have over 50 years of expertise in the art of sushi making.

The perfect close to a day at the beach or as a date night spot, Hadashi boasts a casual atmosphere that reflects its refreshingly simplistic offerings.

Get started with traditional Japanese seaweed salad, miso soup and edamame.

For the main event, Chef Kim has rolled out an all-new menu of specialty sushi rolls to include the Sashimi Ceviche, Yukke, Tuna Tataki, Hamachi Chili, Chirashi Sushi and the Cool Breeze, for a taste of some of the freshest sushi you’ll find!

Kim’s custom rolls will vary seasonally and depend on the freshest fish available in the Gulf of Mexico, but it’s safe to say any item pairs well with a cold Sapporo beer. To really augment the authenticity, consider ordering a carafe of warm or chilled sake.

Gather your friends, raise a glass and, as the Japanese say, “Kanpai!”