What is Kaiseki? The Kai means "bosom" and Seki means "stone," but over the years the word has come represent the ideal of light meals to ward off the pangs of an empty stomach. When it's time for you to do a little warding of your own, there's no better place in valley Stream than Kaiseki Sushi. This local favorite rolls up a number of Japanese classics for you to enjoy, as well as more non-traditional items that offer a more "fusion" inspired taste. It's all the work of Chef Tommy, who was groomed at a very young age to be a great sushi chef. He started at the bottom and worked his way up through the ranks of restaurants and mentors, learning much from other successful chefs such as Nobu and Morimoto, picking up techniques and ideas that he has made his own here at Kaiseki. The menu is filled with Chef Tomyy's magic touch, whether it's through the spicy crunch salmon in the Volcano Roll, Tofu Teriyaki, Pork Katsu, Shrimp Tempura, or the quartet of mouthwatering Hot Pots. The lunch and Dinner Bento Boxes are excellent ways to spice up your meal with a succulent variety of extras. The colorful and masterfully plated dishes are the perfect companion to a space that is stylishly understated. The minimal decor is anything but drab, because Kaiseki dazzles from the sushi bar to the dining room booths. NOTEWORTHY: Lunch Specials come with a garden salad and miso soup (Hibachi fried rice for $2 extra), and run Monday-Friday from noon-3pm, and then on Saturdays and Sundays from 1-4pm. Happy Hour specials also run all day and night with half off all mixed drinks.