Kappo Makoto - Palisades Wagyu Omakase

[KeithA]

Nice to see that the old Makoto space in Palisades has been resurrected as Kappo Makoto with an eight course Wagyu omakase meal. More details in the article below. However, I don't understand this part of the article when discussing an $150/person meal:

"The relatively quick pace of the evening caters to a post-pandemic clientele that doesn’t want to stay put for too long—or pay a ridiculous prix-fixe price for a special-occasion menu. Kappo diners can be in and out in under two hours.

“The age of the four-hour experience is now for once in a blue moon,” says Wilder [the owner]. “This is a monthly or biweekly dining experience. You’re able to come back frequently.”

https://dc.eater.com/2023/3/31/23664716/polished-japanese-tasting-room-palisades-dc-restaurant-openings

The pictures of the bare tables or counter stools with no backs and the above description, make it sound like a neighborhood casual eatery, but $150 is a ridiculous prix-fixe price for a omakase without course choice meal. I haven't been and it sounds lovely, but something is off in these quotes. Pick a lane - either embrace your special occasion expensive omakase or serve a la carte at reasonable prices. Or better yet offer both options. 

[Ericandblueboy]

$150 and 2 hrs for dining is by my definition special occasion.  Maybe not super super special occasion but still not some place I'd go to once a month.  Maybe once a year since the menu doesn't really seem to change.