Thus far, I have yet to find a place that serves as unique a selection of dishes as Ki while maintaining freshness, flavor, service and atmosphere.
Besides uniqueness and delicious sushi, Ki has a killer martini list, great non-sushi lovers a la cart selections and excellent atmosphere. There are nice details sprinkled throughout Ki like the amuse bouche at the beginning of the meal, the bills presented with spicy chocolate truffles and the monogrammed cloth napkins.
All these details are important, but what really sold me on Ki has been the staff. I love to modify menus, I really don't have a good reason for this habit except it's just who I am... maybe I like to test the kitchen, maybe I am picky, who knows, but the staff at Ki have always been very accommodating. As a testament to excellent training, they know the menu very well and are ready with suggestions, and even their own modification recommendations, for me to try; all of which - I have to say - have been delicious.
With all this attention to detail, well trained staff and monogramming, Ki comes at a price; you will pay a premium for the sushi at this restaurant. If you are looking for cheap and cheerful, but decent sushi, there are a handful of other places in the city that do an exceptional job; Ki is for a nicer, more unique, sushi experience.
T.