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Kyrin Izakaya is a modern Japanese restaurant in George Town, Penang, offering authentic sushi, sashimi, skewer, and premium Wagyu dishes in a modern izakaya setting. Known for high-quality ingredients and expert craftsmanship, our menu features favorites like Wagyu Tataki, Kurobuta Ramen, and Kyrin Chirashi Don, paired with an extensive selection of sake, Japanese whiskey, and handcrafted cocktails. Whether you’re looking for an exquisite Japanese dining experience, after-work drinks, private dining, or special events, we’ve got you covered. Enjoy dine-in, takeaway, and delivery. Discover authentic flavors and unforgettable izakaya vibes with us!
Hours
| Wednesday | 12–2:30 PM, 6–11 PM |
| Thursday | 12–2:30 PM, 6–11 PM |
| Friday | 12–2:30 PM, 6–11 PM |
| Saturday | 12–11 PM |
| Sunday | 12–11 PM |
| Monday | 12–2:30 PM, 6–11 PM |
| Tuesday | 12–2:30 PM, 6–11 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 34, Jalan Gurdwara, 10300 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
Phone: +60 4-224 4939
Website: https://linktr.ee/kyrinizakaya
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Order and Reservations
Reservations: wa.me
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Reviews
Bettina
I was a little sceptical when I first sat down, especially after seeing the ‘free ice cream for a Google review’ sign. That said, the food is what really matters — and it didn’t disappoint. The sashimi cuts were generous and impressively fresh. While the sashimi platter was on the pricier side, it was well worth it considering the quality and selection, with two of the seven varieties being tuna toro cuts.
The chicken karaage batter wasn’t the most authentic, but it was still enjoyable. The kids loved the yakitori skewers. The chicken wasabi dish was decent, though I think it would have been even better using chicken thigh and a piece of seaweed to round out the flavours.
One piece of feedback I’d add is that the experience would have been even better if the background music suited the izakaya vibe — something other than Chinese New Year songs.
Overall, a solid izakaya experience in Penang, with some standout dishes that made the visit worthwhile.
… moreThe chicken karaage batter wasn’t the most authentic, but it was still enjoyable. The kids loved the yakitori skewers. The chicken wasabi dish was decent, though I think it would have been even better using chicken thigh and a piece of seaweed to round out the flavours.
One piece of feedback I’d add is that the experience would have been even better if the background music suited the izakaya vibe — something other than Chinese New Year songs.
Overall, a solid izakaya experience in Penang, with some standout dishes that made the visit worthwhile.
Yu i
We found this Japanese Restaurant on our way back from Hin Bus. We ordered Chicken Teriyaki Bento and Sakana Katsu Bento. The chicken and Sakana taste good. I like the dumplings come together in Bento, as it is juicy on the first bite. Ingredients are fresh. Food price Is reasonable. A comfort dining place. Garlic fried rice impressed me. (But i didnt take the photo.)You may try .
Overall, i recommend this Restaurant.
… moreOverall, i recommend this Restaurant.
Yuki Yuki
I ordered a sushi roll and absolutely loved it! The flavors were fresh and perfectly balanced. I also tried the sashimi and grilled avocado — both were delicious and beautifully presented. Highly recommend this Japanese restaurant for anyone who enjoys authentic, quality sushi!
… moreDenny Vissaro
The foods are delicious, fastly delivered, and fresh. Partcularly, the yakitori is very tasty. We really enjoy our time in the restaurants
… moreCharlotte X.Y Kong
OKAY! Ladies and gentlemen — LISTEN UP!
This shop’s food is absolutely amazing, I swear to God! Out of all the Japanese places I’ve been to, this one stands out the most. The food is delicious, like seriously top-tier!
The staff here are super nice, patient, and friendly — especially the one with white hair :3
So yeah… I EXTREMELY, HIGHLY recommend you eat here, whether you’re a tourist or just someone being dragged to Penang for the hundredth time like me..
So!
Enjoy your meal here!
Charlotte — out!
… moreThis shop’s food is absolutely amazing, I swear to God! Out of all the Japanese places I’ve been to, this one stands out the most. The food is delicious, like seriously top-tier!
The staff here are super nice, patient, and friendly — especially the one with white hair :3
So yeah… I EXTREMELY, HIGHLY recommend you eat here, whether you’re a tourist or just someone being dragged to Penang for the hundredth time like me..
So!
Enjoy your meal here!
Charlotte — out!
Cassandra Rose
Tried a little bit of everything. They do have 20% off on some of their items right now as promotion. Martini was very good, service was good as well. Was nice to have some Japanese food in the middle of my trip. Aircon is flowing and perfect for a mid day break.
… moregrythie wantsh
I came here because of the high ratings on Google and social media photos, expecting a decent Japanese meal. Unfortunately, the actual experience was extremely disappointing，maybe it is the worst dinner in Penang.
We ordered a seafood sashimi bowl and an unagi don. After waiting almost an hour, the food arrived and it was honestly shocking.
The sashimi don looked nothing like the photos. The tuna was clearly from a poor cut — mushy, watery, and tasted not fresh at all, with visible ice crystals in several pieces. The uni was the worst part: it tasted bitter, mixed with ice shards and artificial yellow coloring. It was so bad that I had to rinse my mouth immediately.
The unagi don was a complete fail as well. Despite being advertised as “freshly grilled live eel,” it tasted exactly like a pre-packaged frozen product.
• The sauce was overly sweet to the point of bitterness
• The eel skin was tough and rubbery (hard to cut even with chopsticks)
• The rice was clumpy and soggy
• The egg layer was paper-thin
• A thick layer of cabbage was used as filler, with only a very thin slice of eel on top
This is NOT what freshly grilled unagi should be like — real unagi should have crispy skin and tender flesh.
To make things worse, a male waiter told us that seafood don “always takes one hour,” which felt dismissive and unprofessional. The service overall was careless and unfriendly, yet the restaurant still charges a 10% service fee despite providing almost no service. We also noticed clear discriminatory behavior — nearby tables speaking Cantonese were served tea, while we were only given plain water.
The environment itself is clean and nicely lit, suitable for a casual gathering, but the atmosphere feels cold and uninviting. Considering the food quality and service, the value is extremely poor — this is fast-food level at best.
This was by far the worst meal we had in Penang. The 4.8 rating on Google is highly questionable and feels artificially inflated.
Definitely not coming back, and honestly, this experience has left me wary of Japanese restaurants in Penang.
Avoid if you care about freshness and authenticity.
… moreWe ordered a seafood sashimi bowl and an unagi don. After waiting almost an hour, the food arrived and it was honestly shocking.
The sashimi don looked nothing like the photos. The tuna was clearly from a poor cut — mushy, watery, and tasted not fresh at all, with visible ice crystals in several pieces. The uni was the worst part: it tasted bitter, mixed with ice shards and artificial yellow coloring. It was so bad that I had to rinse my mouth immediately.
The unagi don was a complete fail as well. Despite being advertised as “freshly grilled live eel,” it tasted exactly like a pre-packaged frozen product.
• The sauce was overly sweet to the point of bitterness
• The eel skin was tough and rubbery (hard to cut even with chopsticks)
• The rice was clumpy and soggy
• The egg layer was paper-thin
• A thick layer of cabbage was used as filler, with only a very thin slice of eel on top
This is NOT what freshly grilled unagi should be like — real unagi should have crispy skin and tender flesh.
To make things worse, a male waiter told us that seafood don “always takes one hour,” which felt dismissive and unprofessional. The service overall was careless and unfriendly, yet the restaurant still charges a 10% service fee despite providing almost no service. We also noticed clear discriminatory behavior — nearby tables speaking Cantonese were served tea, while we were only given plain water.
The environment itself is clean and nicely lit, suitable for a casual gathering, but the atmosphere feels cold and uninviting. Considering the food quality and service, the value is extremely poor — this is fast-food level at best.
This was by far the worst meal we had in Penang. The 4.8 rating on Google is highly questionable and feels artificially inflated.
Definitely not coming back, and honestly, this experience has left me wary of Japanese restaurants in Penang.
Avoid if you care about freshness and authenticity.
Reihaneh Pourbasir
The sushi ingredients were very fresh and high quality, and you could really taste the difference. The Ta Taki Maki roll was especially good. Overall, it was a very satisfying experience.
… moreMohammadJavad Nasiri
Great atmosphere with excellent food. We ordered the Salmon Roll, California Roll, and Beef Roll, and all of them had an authentic Japanese taste.
P.S. The music selection was vibrant and uplifting.
… moreP.S. The music selection was vibrant and uplifting.
fw 88
1. Service are superb.
2. Sashimi are nice.
3.gilled pork slice, chicken skins and bollocks are nice.
To improve
1. Live band was abit loud. Slightly lower down the volume could be better.
2. Tamago was abit watery. It can be improved.
3. Fried garlic rice is abit soggy and hard. Make sure the overnight rice was properly cooked but not undercooked.
4. Grilled food portions like chicken meats was cut in slightly large pieces. One-bite-off size could be better.
… more2. Sashimi are nice.
3.gilled pork slice, chicken skins and bollocks are nice.
To improve
1. Live band was abit loud. Slightly lower down the volume could be better.
2. Tamago was abit watery. It can be improved.
3. Fried garlic rice is abit soggy and hard. Make sure the overnight rice was properly cooked but not undercooked.
4. Grilled food portions like chicken meats was cut in slightly large pieces. One-bite-off size could be better.