Cutie Foodie's Adventures: Yose Sunday Brunch

Being the adventurous food city-searchers we are, my sister and I decided to try breakfast at Yose. Hidden behind a busy Pete's Coffee, Yose is located in Santa Monica. To serve its blend of Japanese and Korean cuisine, the restaurant is equipped with sushi bar, grilling station and bar and lounge. We were attracted by the variety of entrees on the buffet menu. This brunch offers a medley of sushi and rolls, eggs benedict, chicken and vegetable stir-fry, salads, korean bbq, fruit and other asian foods.

here are some pointers for those interested in trying Yose out:

-sushi and entrees are made in small portions and replaced often unlike most buffets.

-my favorites: the bite-sized scallop with spicy tuna and the Yose special roll with a california roll base topped with spicy tuna, eel, avocado and eel sauce.

-although the fish selection wasn't the best, it was decent quality.

-Yose uses saffron in the sushi rice for a unique yellow color. There is no difference in taste, only for aesthetic appeal.

-the various rolls, including spider rolls, veggie rolls, tempura rolls, and spicy tuna rolls, big compared to most those offered at sushi restaurants, are difficult to eat.

-the mix of banana pancakes, eggs benedict and Chinese stir-fry with fried rice takes getting accustomed to but when eaten separately the variety is great.

-free champagne

-clean and modern interior design

-slow to take used plates, but otherwise pleasant service

Overall, Yose's Sunday Brunch was a good experience. It was a bit too heavy for a brunch. Although I can't say I would go again, it was definitely worth the try. The quality and clean service is worth the $18 per person. I will, however, go back to try the regular dinner and lunch menus when I get the chance. Yose offers a fresh mix of asian foods with style and quality. So, if you're going to give the Yose Brunch a try, bring with you a sense of adventure and a big appetite.