↳replying to u/LadyBeard27: Appreciate the feedback, especially the fact that Jungsik is to an extent where it all started.
I think after looking at the options, we've realized we don't necessarily want the white linen tablecloth vibe, we're looking for upscale from the perspective of food/presentation/technique. We have dined at Michelin star restaurants that have more of the fine dining feel, and it seemed a little stuffy (but I used to work in the service industry, my husband still does, so that could definitely factor in to what we're looking for).
I certainly don't want to pick a place that is "good enough," but considering we live in Lansing, Michigan, do you think our expectations will still be met at Bōm? We are running into a similar dilemma with picking our sushi omakase dinner - sure Yoshino would be great, but are we going to be able to appreciate the difference in quality of fish between a Yoshino visit and a \~$200pp omakase experience, considering the bulk of our sushi experience has been what we can get in central Michigan?
Considering you have experienced Bōm as well as both the Atomix Chef's Counter and Bar, which order would you put those in?
Again I really appreciate the feedback.“Bom is fantastic, but while everything is perfectly executed, my partner and I didn’t find it that memorable. Don’t get me wrong, everything tastes great and the vibe is also what you’re looking for. We just didn’t feel a standout dish or element that took it from amazing to truly special.”