In our beautiful little island, a cuisine found abundantly is none other
than Japanese. To a point, its a meal that is definitely ingrained as a
food culture here. We are spoiled for choice when it comes to which
Japanese restaurant should we patronize. Choices, choices, choices.
As a child back in the 80's, my parents would take me to the popular Chikyotei at Bayview Hotel in George Town once a week on weekends. I
recall my Dad saying since I loved the cuisine so much, maybe I should
marry a native girl when I grow up! Well I don't think I'll be venturing down that road, Dad....
Anyways, the food back then was much more authentic, safe and traditional. Mayonnaise was a rarity and cheese was almost non existent. Today it is a norm to have cheese, be it solid or melted, in our rolls. Personally I think is a welcomed intro though not original. That said, I'd like to recommend Edo Ichi Japanese Cuisine
for more than a few reasons.
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| Four fold serviettes |
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| Quality tools for a quality meal |
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| Sake bottles adorn the sushi counter |
Firstly, quality. This is a comparison to
the many other establishments that have mushroomed over the years. Their Achilles Heel many feel, is pricing, but as someone who's
been in the food industry for over a decade, let me assure you
there is a reason you're paying a premium compared to elsewhere.
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| Horenso Goma ~ Spinach with sesame dressing RM8 |
The breakdown. Their decor - Well thought out. Doesn't
look like it was just thrown together. Quality furnishings. Even a nice
aquatic aquarium of sea water dwellings to accompany you while tucking in to their own species, mind you.
Their service - Prompt. To a point where it started to irk me a little when they would always ask to refill my ocha. Fair play to mannerism. Lots of capable staff, obvious signs of proper training.
Their service - Prompt. To a point where it started to irk me a little when they would always ask to refill my ocha. Fair play to mannerism. Lots of capable staff, obvious signs of proper training.
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| Soft Shell Crab & Salmon Skin Salad RM18 |
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| Gyu Curry Ramen RM20 |
Their ambiance - Cosy/Romantic. The lights aren't piercing, dimmed suitably to accommodate an atmosphere for an intimate meal. Again, all down to proper planning.
Their amenities - Premium cutlery from their chopsticks, to their plates and bowls right down to the quality of the menu. No clutter or confusion with appetizing visuals that's actually replicated when ordered.
Edo Ichi sums up to be a modern, slightly up-market, contemporary Japanese dining experience. It isn't any wonder with their popularity, the produce is fresh as can be.
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| Maguro Sushi ~ Tuna Sushi RM12 |
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| Volcano Roll RM28 |
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| Shake Atama Shio Yaki ~ Salt Broiled Salmon Head RM20 |
As the world evolves so does food. For Japanese cuisine, simplicity has always risen heads and shoulders above others. However, the tradition of preparing and constructing each menu may be evident but certainly innovative touches with bold new toppings and ingredients are a much welcomed addition to our ever evolving appetite.
DOMO ARIGATO
Edo Ichi Japanese Cuisine
G05 & 06 Island Plaza
Jalan Tanjung Tokong
| Mon - Thu | 11:00 | - | 15:00 | |||
| 18:00 | - | 22:30 | ||||
| Fri - Sun: | 11:00 | - | 22:30 |
T. +604 8903199
