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Japanese sushi and hot meals in simple restaurant with designer wooden chairs; plus takeaway bento.
Hours
| Tuesday | 12–3 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 12–3 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Thursday | 12–3 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Friday | 10:30 AM–3 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Saturday | 12–3 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Sunday | 12:30–3 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Monday | 12–3 PM, 5–9 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 122 Rose St S Ln, Edinburgh EH2 4BB, United Kingdom
Phone: +44 131 629 3320
Website: http://www.hakatayauk.com/
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Reviews
Darren
Quite a decent ramen place, a little hidden off the Main Street. It’s also in quite a cozy setting as it’s a small restaurant. I’d definitely recommend the karaage well.
… moreTroianii
Great food. I’ve had sushi in half a dozen countries (including Japan) and over a dozen states, and the pork gyoza was among the best I’ve ever had. You must get the gyoza.
The sushi was also good, above par.
… moreThe sushi was also good, above par.
Jack Paulssen
We were excited to try Hakatya after all the positive reviews, but our experience was fairly underwhelming.
The sashimi and beef tataki were delicious, but the ramen and maki very ordinary. We had ordered tuna, but half an hour later were told they had run out.
Despite being a small restaurant, and the two workers were working their socks off, they seemed stretched and stressed. The standard of service was not very high, timely or orderly. Despite reserving and warned we couldn’t be late, no table was ready on arriving. Throughout the meal dirty plates were left on nearby tables stacked up, we sat with our own empty plates in front of us for an hour; food came out piecemeal over two hours, we waited 45 minutes before following up on a forgotten dish that hadn’t arrived. They really needed someone working front of house, let two people get food out quicker in the kitchen.
Had the food been exceptional, you’d have maybe overlooked the service, but the experience was mediocre. It was fine, but a bit of a let down for a birthday dinner. Maybe this is the best Japanese in Edinburgh, but I’d try my luck elsewhere.
… moreThe sashimi and beef tataki were delicious, but the ramen and maki very ordinary. We had ordered tuna, but half an hour later were told they had run out.
Despite being a small restaurant, and the two workers were working their socks off, they seemed stretched and stressed. The standard of service was not very high, timely or orderly. Despite reserving and warned we couldn’t be late, no table was ready on arriving. Throughout the meal dirty plates were left on nearby tables stacked up, we sat with our own empty plates in front of us for an hour; food came out piecemeal over two hours, we waited 45 minutes before following up on a forgotten dish that hadn’t arrived. They really needed someone working front of house, let two people get food out quicker in the kitchen.
Had the food been exceptional, you’d have maybe overlooked the service, but the experience was mediocre. It was fine, but a bit of a let down for a birthday dinner. Maybe this is the best Japanese in Edinburgh, but I’d try my luck elsewhere.
Abigail Gray
One of my favourite spots for Japanese food in Edinburgh! Have been multiple times but always would recommend booking as it isn’t a huge place and can get pretty busy. Menu is large with many different options and everything we’ve had there has always been amazingly tasty! Not the cheapest, but well well worth it. A really special spot!
On our last visit we decided to try the sake flight and it was presented to us well, with a little card explaining about each drink and the waiter also took his time to discuss with us what our favourite one was which was nice too!
… moreOn our last visit we decided to try the sake flight and it was presented to us well, with a little card explaining about each drink and the waiter also took his time to discuss with us what our favourite one was which was nice too!
Lou Zoé Monin
By far the best place to eat Japanese food in Edinburgh!
First of all, it’s a family-run restaurant with a warm and welcoming atmosphere, simple, cozy, and you instantly feel at home. The food is absolutely delicious : we’ve never ate gyozas this good in our lives ! The sushi pieces ( sashimi and maki ) are excellent too : big, generous, and top quality, just perfect. Special mention goes to the Japanese katsu curry chicken, which was simply divine!
On top of that, the prices are incredibly reasonable for both the quality and the quantity you get
(And the playlist is great, just like the lovely staff)
Highly recommended, you can go there with your eyes closed!
… moreFirst of all, it’s a family-run restaurant with a warm and welcoming atmosphere, simple, cozy, and you instantly feel at home. The food is absolutely delicious : we’ve never ate gyozas this good in our lives ! The sushi pieces ( sashimi and maki ) are excellent too : big, generous, and top quality, just perfect. Special mention goes to the Japanese katsu curry chicken, which was simply divine!
On top of that, the prices are incredibly reasonable for both the quality and the quantity you get
(And the playlist is great, just like the lovely staff)
Highly recommended, you can go there with your eyes closed!
Matt Wald
Tiny restaurant so book ahead. Absolutely delicious sashimi. Tender and flavourful. The yellowtail in particular was some of the best we’ve had. Ikura also top-notch. Service was a bit off – sashimi arrived before our wine did – but in the end we were quite happy with the meal.
… moreViola Pedretti
Super nice restaurant not very crowded and the quality is nice.
We went there at 6.30 so we managed to get a table without reservation but i’d suggest to.
… moreWe went there at 6.30 so we managed to get a table without reservation but i’d suggest to.
Andrea Dudley
Absolutely fantastic restaurant. The food was beautifully fresh, exceptional presentation and nothing was too much trouble.
The gentleman took time to explain the ingredients of the dish and you can tell everything was lovingly prepared.
So fabulous, I’m tempted to go again tonight. I’m on in town for two nights!!!
… moreThe gentleman took time to explain the ingredients of the dish and you can tell everything was lovingly prepared.
So fabulous, I’m tempted to go again tonight. I’m on in town for two nights!!!
Alan Bullock
Enjoyed a very good dinner for two and will definitely return. The Soft Shell Crab was excellent as was the Sashimi. The Chicken Yakisoba was a bit of a game of “spot the chicken” and what chicken there was felt a bit low quality but the dish itself was tasty. We opted for the fried Vegetable Gyozas over the grilled version and they were a little dry (possibly overdone) so will probably try the grilled option next time. The team were friendly and the service was great. So overall a good experience and all topped off with a great bottle of wine and a flask of cold Sake. Looking forward to a return visit soon. Thanks.
… moreJakub Malarczyk
Very good katsu curry + perfectly good sushi. Nice choice of Japanese drinks. The local is rather small though so better to make reservations beforehand.
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