Bengaluru’s ever-evolving culinary landscape is why the city is a hub for foodies always eager to try something new. While Italian and Chinese cuisines have dominated foodscapes across India, it’s the era of Japanese and Korean dishes that is making waves in the world today. One is known for making the star ingredient shine, and the other is renowned for an amalgamation of flavours, leaving your taste buds stunned.
Along with Delhi and Mumbai, Japanese restaurants across Bengaluru are the newest hype that epicureans need to keep up with. Boasting lush interiors and presenting Instagrammable dishes, some of these places are leaving even chefs with decades of experience speechless. This short trail mentions the best places where foodies should visit.
Harima Japanese Restaurant
Harima Japanese Restaurant is an eatery known for its open and enclosed dining spaces. It is perfect for a date night or gathering with colleagues. Located on the Residency Road, the place serves delicious sushi. Highlights on the menu include shitake mushrooms, tofu teriyaki, shoyu ramen, maki rolls, green tea ice cream, etc. The place might be a little expensive, but worth every penny.
Cuisine Type: Japanese
Special Dishes: Shitake Mushroom, Shoyu Ramen, Tofu Teriyaki
Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/4HKJDKmGnLtwwA8q7
Address: 4th Floor, Devatha Plaza, 131, Residency Rd, Shanthala Nagar, Ashok Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560025
Timings: 12pm-11pm
Price for Two: Rs 2,500
Ratings & Reviews: 4.3 On Google
Kuuraku Bangalore
Kuuraku in Bangaluru is known for Japanese delicacies and fast food items like rolls and refreshing beverages. It's a decent space with wooden furniture, where you can gather with your friends and enjoy. Along with Japanese dishes, the restaurant also caters to the demands of alcoholic drinks, especially for Japanese wine and whisky.
Cuisine Type: Japanese
Special Dishes: Sushi, Salads, Rolls, Beverages
Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/3NLkjzjyFzff3wgG8
Address: 1st Floor, Forum Rex Walk, Shanthala Nagar, Ashok Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560001
Timings: 12pm-2:30pm; 6pm-10:30pm
Price for Two: Rs 1,500
Ratings & Reviews: 4.6 On Google
Azukii Bistro
Azukii Bistro is an Asian restaurant where you can begin your journey of acquainting yourself with Japanese cuisine. They specialise in miso soup, Japanese rice, ramen, sticky rice, sushi, and salad. It is an ideal spot to plan a date or meet your friends for a monthly gossip session.
Cuisine Type: Japanese, Asian
Special Dishes: Sushi, Sticky Rice, Ramen
Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/hZDVyDDv3HGnmvDKA
Address: 11/1, Alfred St, behind Baldwin Boys High school back gate, Richmond Town, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560025
Timings: 12pm-3pm; 6pm-10:30pm
Price for Two: Rs 1,800
Ratings & Reviews: 4.6 On Google
Hokkaido Manga
This is one place where you can have Korean and Japanese food while sitting on the floor - in the authentic style. Little stools are arranged around small tables on which your food is served. The menu features dishes like baked oyster, nama kaki, prawn mayo, chicken cheese katsu, eggplant miso, fried chicken wings, yaki tori moriawase, salmon aburi don, salmon hotate ikura don, and more
Cuisine Type: Japanese, Korean
Special Dishes: Cheese Chicken Katsu, Prawn Mayo, Fried Chicken Wings
Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/oNL59ot6feLqTEdC7
Address: NO.10/1-1, Ist Floor, 7th Main, 1st Cross Rd, Appareddipalya, Indiranagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560038
Timings: 11:30am-11pm
Price for Two: Rs 2,000
Ratings & Reviews: 4.6 On Google
Izanagi
Izanagi is one of the best places to taste Japanese food. This is a budget-friendly spot where you get the chance to explore an international cuisine without burning a hole in your pocket. Their menu is vast and comprises wakame shitake soup, miso soup, salads, appetisers, gyoza, tempura, noodles, rice, donburi, etc.
Cuisine Type: Japanese
Special Dishes: Japanese Rice Bowl, Yaki Soba, Onigiri
Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/DXjyXoBS9Q5DCE228
Address: Metro Pillar No. 54, 2nd Floor, 311, 100 Feet Rd, Indira Nagar 1st Stage, Stage 1, Indiranagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560038
Timings: 12pm-10:30pm
Price for Two: Rs 1,000
Ratings & Reviews: 4.4 On Google