Kaede Offers One of Portland's Most Elegant (and Affordable) Omakases

A husband-and-wife team serves top-tier sushi and small plates at this humbly excellent neighborhood restaurant.

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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Kaede, a sushi kappo restaurant opened by married couple Shinji and Izumi Uehara in the Sellwood neighborhood of Portland in 2023, offers an $85 omakase tasting menu that features high-quality sushi and cooked dishes. The restaurant serves a mix of sushi and small plates in a slightly buttoned-up but less formal setting than a traditional kaiseki restaurant.

Why it matters

Omakase sushi for under $100 is rare in Portland, making Kaede an affordable option for diners to experience top-tier sushi and small plates in an intimate setting. The restaurant's focus on quality ingredients and unique fish varieties not often seen in the city also sets it apart.

The details

On a recent visit, the dinner began with chilled red snapper nanban in a tangy soymilk vinaigrette and a warm okonomiyaki-inspired croquette. The nigiri courses featured fish sourced from Tokyo's markets, including varieties like wavy back skipjack and threeline grunt, each piece garnished with elements like yuzu jam or shiso leaf. Diners can also order additional sushi a la carte at the end of the meal.

  • Kaede opened in 2023 in the Sellwood neighborhood of Portland.

The players

Shinji Uehara

The husband in the married couple who owns Kaede, and the sushi chef who stands behind the counter.

Izumi Uehara

The wife in the married couple who owns Kaede, and the server and head of the kitchen.

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What’s next

If you can snag a slightly more expensive (and hard to get — check when reservations open 14 days in advance) counter reservation ($97), it's well worth it to watch Shinji work, plus diners receive exclusive sushi counter dishes like hand rolls.

The takeaway

Kaede offers an affordable yet high-quality omakase experience in Portland, showcasing the culinary talents of its husband-and-wife owners and their commitment to sourcing exceptional ingredients and preparing them with care.