Azabu

The food is great here and has been consistently good over the years. I’m always skeptical of fusion restaurants or when mashing together of cuisines- in this case Japanese and Peruvian. However, the recipes work here and are delicious. The highlights of our recent meal were the tuna sashimi tostada and the pork belly. The tiger prawn dumplings were ok. And so we’re the kingfish ceviche and soft shell crab. The atmosphere is ok as you’re packed in like sardines. The dishes are on the expensive side but I don’t think it’s value for money for what you get, but could have justified it if the atmosphere was better.

So many things to really enjoy about Azabu Ponsonby. Comfortable tables (high bar stools would be challenging for the elderly/frail). Attentive service, great menu, delicious Japanese fusion style food. Comprehensive cocktail and drinks menu. What's not to love?! We got the tiger prawn dumplings, tempura crab, kingfish sashimi, cucumber salad. All were yum 😋

Love this place! The staff are polite and quietly efficient, and the flavours in the dishes are a journey in every mouthful. I always take a trip through the smaller dishes - I'm never bored. I prefer sitting at the sushi bar where I can see the chefs at work. Such respect, attention, detail and passion in every dish..

Delicious little Japanese fusion place from the same restaurant group as Amano. We walked in not expecting to get a table but were fortunate enough to find a spot. We tried the lobster tostada, soft shell crab tempura, artichoke dumplings, and rainbow roll which worked out just right for 2 ppl. We walked away satisfied but not full. The lobster tostada was subtle and light, probably the weakest dish we tried. The soft shell crab was fantastic, the yuzu kosho mayo that comes with it was absolutely delicious. I wish I could have this for other dishes. The best dish we had was the artichoke dumplings, it was so light and complex. The mushrooms puree add a wonderful umami to it, be sure to get some with each bite! The rainbow sushi is standard fare however the quality of the fish is what makes it stand far above other places where we've had it. The staff were attentive and able to help guide you through the menu which is always a plus. It was a great meal for an affordable price. I would highly recommend checking this out if you like Amano or other restaurants by the same group though I suggest making a reservation to get a table. If we were to come back again we'd definitely get the softshell crab, artichoke dumplings, and try the volcano roll.