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KIBOU Cambridge – Contemporary Japanese Dining & Bar Award-winning KIBOU Japanese restaurant & bar brings the flavours of Japan to Cambridge, set in the iconic Grade II listed Pitt Club on Jesus Lane. Dine in stunning surroundings, from the elegant Mirror Room, with cherry blossom and murals, to the Oak Room, featuring wisteria and digital animations. Enjoy handmade sushi, sashimi, ramen, bao buns, katsu curry, and A5 grade Joshu wagyu, plus our Teishoku set lunch menu (£16.90, Mon-Fri). Indulge in Japanese afternoon tea, sip on whisky, sake, and cocktails, or book private dining for special occasions. A must-visit for Japanese food lovers in Cambridge. Perfect for special occasions and birthdays.
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Address: 7a Jesus Ln, Cambridge CB5 8BA, United Kingdom
Phone: +44 1223 650866
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Nice and delicious food, we made reservations and arrived around 3pm, but we were told us that we can’t choose the lunch menu because “more then 4 people”
We felt so disappointed, I never think 5 people is the reason we can’t choose lunch menu, so ridiculous.
Rather than this, the food and service were ok. So for those who like to come, if you are more than 4 people, better to book separate tables for lunch menu.
In fact, refer to their menu, it NEVER mentioned “no lunch menu if more than 4 people”
… moreWe felt so disappointed, I never think 5 people is the reason we can’t choose lunch menu, so ridiculous.
Rather than this, the food and service were ok. So for those who like to come, if you are more than 4 people, better to book separate tables for lunch menu.
In fact, refer to their menu, it NEVER mentioned “no lunch menu if more than 4 people”
Thisath Ranawaka
We’ve been here twice as a family, and we’ve always had great experiences. The service is always excellent, the portions are always very well sized — we usually expect smaller in Japanese restaurant so it’s a nice surprise! — and while slightly pricey, we find it is well priced for the experience. Highly recommended.
… moreyalda maddah
We were there for Valentine’s Day — the atmosphere was amazing! It’s really beautiful and the staff are nice.
We ordered a mixed premium sushi plate, but not everything was to my taste.
The prawns were really delicious, though.
… moreWe ordered a mixed premium sushi plate, but not everything was to my taste.
The prawns were really delicious, though.
Nicky power
Cannot fault the food at all, some of the best sushi I have tasted! Wine selection was good as was cocktail menu which I also sampled. Waiter was attentive and offered suggestions, i considered dropping a star purely as every time I needed or wanted something I sought a waiter I was not asked during my meal if needed anything.. but that is me being overly picky! Atmosphere and ambiance was lovely and I would definitely recommend
… moreKirsty T
Beautiful building, beautiful internal decor and delicious, authentic food. Upon entry we were greeted warmly by friendly staff and taken to our seats. Passing a stunning side room and through beautifully decorated corridor into another beautifuly decorated room. The staff were very kind, helpful and aware of allergens and dietary choices and helped us through the menu. Food arrived with allergen Pins in the gluten free dishes so there was no mistake of eating the wrong food. Food was freshly prepared and a good temperature and very full of flavour. Staff were attentive throughout. The toilets are up a few stairs but are as beautifully decorated as the rest of the building.
… moreCarly Gardner
Loved this Japanese restaurant! The stunning decor, fast service even though it was busy and the food was incredible. Reservation required and a deposit at the time of reservation. We ordered 2 sharer platters ans they were very filling! Highly recommend!!
… moreKitty Greig
Absolutely delicious meal in a beautiful location. We ordered the teriyaki truffle tofu between us and it was incredible. The waiting team were very friendly and attentive, and the presentation and flavour of the dishes made the cost worth it- honestly not expensive considering the quality. We will absolutely be coming back, the best restaurant we have visited together!
… moreRaziman T.V.
Good food, great service and nice atmosphere.
Went there for a birthday. The place was a lot bigger than we expected, and the ambience was nice. The service staff were quite nice too, especially when we inadvertently made a mess.
We ordered chef’s nigiri selection, chicken shoyu noodle soup, sesame prawn bun and kids chicken Bento box. The noodle soup felt a bit too salty and soggy, but the other dishes were good. They even brought a slice of cake in the end for the birthday girl!
We went in with the expectation that it was a slightly pricey place, so the menu prices felt all right. Yet there was a 12.5% service charge at the end, that left a bad taste.
… moreWent there for a birthday. The place was a lot bigger than we expected, and the ambience was nice. The service staff were quite nice too, especially when we inadvertently made a mess.
We ordered chef’s nigiri selection, chicken shoyu noodle soup, sesame prawn bun and kids chicken Bento box. The noodle soup felt a bit too salty and soggy, but the other dishes were good. They even brought a slice of cake in the end for the birthday girl!
We went in with the expectation that it was a slightly pricey place, so the menu prices felt all right. Yet there was a 12.5% service charge at the end, that left a bad taste.
Henry
Very good. The server we had was awesome and did some good recommendations. We did have an issue where we were told we get 2 tiger prawns for the special and only got 1 and that was the servers mistake so gave us an extra as a sign of good will! But £12 a pop. Not worth it. Everuthing else was good execpt the snow crab rolls was too mayo-y and ruined the delicate flavour of the snow crab (couldn’t taste it). Quite pricey might be better to just go for ramen and then have some sushi on the side than ball out on just sushi. We spent about £70 each and weren’t full. Defo an experience rather than eating to get full.
… moreMarxie
The venue is impressively spacious, with well-spaced tables that make for a comfortable dining experience. The décor is thoughtfully done, and the service was absolutely brilliant from start to finish.
We were celebrating a birthday and ordered a generous amount of food — perhaps slightly too much — but everything was beautifully presented and packed with flavour. The quality and authenticity of the dishes really stood out, and I can’t recommend this place highly enough.
A few minor drawbacks: despite having a reservation, we had to queue for about 10 minutes to be seated. Last food orders also came around quite early, which felt a little rushed. The only disappointment with the food was the octopus dish — while the takoyaki (octopus dumplings) had delicious truffle shavings, the octopus itself was barely detectable, which left the dish feeling a bit underwhelming.
That said, the rest of the meal was outstanding:
* Seared scallops (3 pcs) – perfectly cooked and full of flavour
* Kinko & greens itsame – hands down the best vegetable dish I’ve ever had – broccoli, mushrooms, and pak choi in an incredible sauce
* Sushi surf and turf – absolutely delicious salmon and wagyu and beautifully balanced
* Furikake seasoned rice – simple, flavorful, and a perfect side
* Fried prawns – crispy
* Chicken katsu curry – best quality chicken I’ve ever had in a katsu; tender and perfectly cooked
* Wagyu Zukushi sharing platter – the highlight of the night! Rich, flavourful, and exactly what we came for. This alone will bring us back.
To top it off, the birthday surprise — a slice of cake with a sparkler — was a lovely, subtle touch for someone who hates a big public fuss.
We’ve already recommended this place to friends, and we’ll definitely be returning.
Bonus points for the Grand Car Park just two streets away — very convenient for city dining.
… moreWe were celebrating a birthday and ordered a generous amount of food — perhaps slightly too much — but everything was beautifully presented and packed with flavour. The quality and authenticity of the dishes really stood out, and I can’t recommend this place highly enough.
A few minor drawbacks: despite having a reservation, we had to queue for about 10 minutes to be seated. Last food orders also came around quite early, which felt a little rushed. The only disappointment with the food was the octopus dish — while the takoyaki (octopus dumplings) had delicious truffle shavings, the octopus itself was barely detectable, which left the dish feeling a bit underwhelming.
That said, the rest of the meal was outstanding:
* Seared scallops (3 pcs) – perfectly cooked and full of flavour
* Kinko & greens itsame – hands down the best vegetable dish I’ve ever had – broccoli, mushrooms, and pak choi in an incredible sauce
* Sushi surf and turf – absolutely delicious salmon and wagyu and beautifully balanced
* Furikake seasoned rice – simple, flavorful, and a perfect side
* Fried prawns – crispy
* Chicken katsu curry – best quality chicken I’ve ever had in a katsu; tender and perfectly cooked
* Wagyu Zukushi sharing platter – the highlight of the night! Rich, flavourful, and exactly what we came for. This alone will bring us back.
To top it off, the birthday surprise — a slice of cake with a sparkler — was a lovely, subtle touch for someone who hates a big public fuss.
We’ve already recommended this place to friends, and we’ll definitely be returning.
Bonus points for the Grand Car Park just two streets away — very convenient for city dining.