When you want to eat something fancy, nothing beats Japanese food. There's something so 'feel good' about Japanese cuisine that we cannot get enough of thanks to the burst of flavours with simple ingredients brought to life by some really cool cooking techniques, not to mention how visually appealing the food is. And when such high stakes are involved with food, it only make sense that you hit up the right places to relish truly authentic Japanese food. So, here's our list of the ten best Japanese restaurants in Delhi.
10 Best Japanese Restaurants In Delhi Serving The Best Sushi, Tempura & More!
Megu
For an authentic Japanese cuisine experience that's extremely luxurious, Megu is the place to be in Delhi. The dramatic ambiance of the place with the crystal Buddha statue in the centre sets the calming yet moody vibe of the place reminding us of one of those snazzy Japanese bars in Soho in NYC. The food is what sets the place apart, Megu brings you dishes prepared using genuine Japanese ingredients, which are served with finesse, with each bite which is like a burst of flavour in your mouth. Their sushii-sashimi staples are especially nice so do order when you visit.
Price For Two: INR 6,500
Must Try: Yellowtail carpaccio, salmon tartare, and Megu original crispy asparagus
Timings: 12:30 PM to 2:45 PM for lunch and 7:00 PM to 11:45 PM for dinner
Kampai
Kampai nestled in the heart of Aerocity has quite an extensive menu that leaves you amazed with the variety it has to offer. If your weekend plans call for lots of sushi and gourmet cocktails, then definitely check this place out! The interiors are beautifully done with cherry blossoms dangling from the roof and traditional Japanese portraits adorning the walls. Their sushi platter with thirty pieces of sushi is a delight to tuck into alongside delectable cocktail concoctions. They also have other pan-asian food options available (the dim sums are particularly delicious) in case you want to give Japanese a miss.
Pro-tip: Visit the place during the day and opt for their unlimited sushi, dim sum and bao lunch priced at INR 1,495 (plus taxes).
Price For Two: INR 6,500
Must Try: Yellowtail carpaccio, salmon tartare, and Megu original crispy asparagus
Timings: 12:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Adrift Kaya
Michelin-starred chef-owner David Myers takes pride in the level of authenticity his Japanese restaurant, Adrift Kaya in the JW Marriot Hotel has to offer. The food menu leaves you gob-smacked with what all it has to offer, the Fried Chicken Karaage and Hinoki Scented Black Cod are our personal favourites. This isn't your usual sushi place, it is an izakaya-inspired (translates to 'stay-drink-place' in Japanese) upbeat restaurant-bar where you can grab a drink, settle in, and get comfortable while gorging on appetising Japanese food.
Price For Two: INR 4,000
Must Try: Fried Chicken Karaage and Hinoki Scented Black Cod
Timings: 12:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Harajuku Tokyo Cafe
No Delhiite needs an introduction to Harajuku Tokyo Cafe, the cute pink cafe chain serving yummy boba tea and other Japanese street-style delicacies with their main outlet in Select City Walk. The ambiance of the place is super adorable with a Sakura tree, booth-style seating, and a live baking station along with a cutesy signature claw machine, manga comics, and a Japanese street mural. What we love the most is that they've nailed the whole street-style food, with of course cafe the desserts reigning. Pull up for wholesome Japanese food, retro-cool vibes, and whole lotta memories.
Price For Two: INR 950
Must Try: Jiggly Pancakes, Udon noodles, pan-fried gyozas, kawaii desserts and poke bowls
Timings: 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Pro-Tip: Read abut their newest outlet here.
Yum Yum Cha
For us, weekends are all about heading to Yum Yum Cha and catching up with friends while gorging on Yum Yum Cha's sushi, stone pot bowl and mochi that always hit the right spot. We can even go as far as to say that Yum Yum Cha is our comfort food spot that never disappoints and always manages to put a smile on our faces with each sushi piece we savour. If you are a sushi fan in Delhi and haven't tried Yum Yum Cha, are you even a sushi fan?
Price For Two: INR 2,000
Must Try: Sushi boat, stone pot bowl, dim sums, basically anything
Timings: 12:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Mensho Tokyo
The brainchild of Chef Tomoharu Shono, who opened his first restaurant in Tokyo back in 2005, Mensho Tokyo is an authentic Japanese restaurant with two outlets (in GK2 and Gurugram) serving the best ramen in Delhi. Sushi is absent from the menu since ramen is the star here. Their udon noodles are handmade to make your ramen experience even better. What sets their ramen apart is that besides the typical clear broth, Mensho makes a rich creamy broth with almond milk; it lends a nutty note to an already umami-packed bowl. And secondly, the restaurant gives you the choice of soup-less ramen or mazesoba. Apart from ramen, their chicken sandos and potato salad are the next best things to try from the menu.
Price For Two: INR 1,800
Must Try: Ramen, chicken sando, gyozas and potato salad
Timings: 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM for lunch and 6:30 PM to 10:30 PM
Sukiya Tokyo Bowls
If you are looking for affordable Japanese food that doesn't hurt the pocket but is still delicious then check out the newly opened Sukiya Tokyo Bowls in Nehru Place that serves dishes starting at INR 100. Their ramen bowls start at INR 269 and have quite a few variants. The place looks like one of those Japanese food spots in anime with minimal interiors and smiling staff that always greets you with warmth. The food is as good as it gets within the price range so don't expect gastronomical wonders here but nevertheless, a great place to head to if you are craving simple ramen or a first-timer tasting ramen who doesn't want to spend much on experimenting with food.
Price For Two: INR 400
Must Try: Ramen, Karaage bowl and curry bowls
Timings: 11:00 AM to 9:30 PM
Kofuku
Kofuku means 'happiness' in Japanese and this place aspires to spread the very same happiness through its scrumptious food. The food is flavourful, authentic and looks super nice like those anime TV show visuals. If you wish to try something fun, don't think twice and order their Hambagu which is a Japanese gourmet burger with a succulent patty, rich demi-glace sauce and perfectly paired sides that make your meal a delectable one. Their sashimi and sushi are equally nice so try getting yourself the boat if you like. They also have a range of sake and wines available to complete your meal.
Price For Two: INR 2,500
Must Try: Hambagu, sushi, sashimi and ramen
Timings: 11:00 AM to 9:30 PM
Guppy
Guppy's been around for ten years and always comes through when you are on the lookout for delicious sushi and ramen bowls. The vibe of the place has always been easy, laidback, but peppy enough to put you into the weekend mood. While you are at it, do not give their cocktails a miss, the 'Wasabi Way' and 'Kyoto Sour' are immensely popular among Guppy loyalists; the Guppy Bowl is the perfect accompaniment for these not so sweet concoctions.
Price For Two: INR 2,400
Must Try: Guppy Bowl, sushi and Wasabi Way
Timings: 12:00 PM to 4:30 PM for lunch and 6:00 PM to 11:30 PM for dinner
Shibuya Food & Bar
Shibuya's founder is trying to bring the hustle and bustle of the Shibuya crossing in Japan to New Delhi with fun, contemporary food that's not about fine dining but 'fun dining'. Authentic recipes of contemporary food from the streets of various South East Asian countries combined with quality produce sourced from the finest of farms and suppliers around the world sums up the food offered at Shibuya. The sushi, sashimi, curry and rice and even their dim sums are everything a foodie's dreams are made of. Special mention to the Shibuya Toast that's one of the yummiest desserts we have had in Delhi.
Price For Two: INR 2,400
Must Try: Sashimi, sushi and Shibuya Toast
Timings: 12:30 PM to 11:00 PM
