Really enjoyed the atmosphere, the interesting beer and alcohol list, and delicious food (we had the tapas). The tapas is quite generous, so we couldn't eat all 6 dishes we ordered (for 2 people). So 4 or 5 if you are hungry, will be good.
Great food, service and atmosphere is to be found in this compact goody road gem. The sashimi is the best you will find in Adelaide, especially the kingfish. And the Age-dashi tofu is amazing. Add to that their extensive Japanese beer, whiskies and saki selection, and you've got a great night out. 6 out of 5 stars!
fantastic food great atmosphere and cool staff. The artwork on the walls was amazing. Great night out with Sake and Japanese Scotch. I will recommend this place to all who want a true Japanese experience
Popped in for a meal and some drinks . Was more than impressed with the food . Tried 12 different items off the menu. Sashimi was excellent,probably the only dish didn't like that much was one of the beef mains but even that was still decent . Definitely be going back in the near future
One of my favourite Japanese restaurant!!! Cutest little place. The food is amazing and I absolutely love the atmosphere. It's like entering Japan... everything is so traditional and the service there is great too!
This place is an absolute hidden gem. I'm from Brisbane so I'm usually very spoiled for Japanese restaurants. This place is one the only Japanese places here I can recommend. They actually use salmon belly on their nigiri and not only that, the rice to salmon ratio is just right. (Nice pieces of salmon belly). Their Cha siu and their tofu dish is to die for. They have increased their prices but I still think it's reasonable for what they bring to the Japanese food scene.
Great food and really friendly and attentive service. The only thing I could comment on would be that the dishes are brought out too close together. We ordered around 6 of the smaller dishes to share and they were brought out within less a minute of each other which made the email feel rushed as the food would have been cold if we had left it to eat later. If the meal was a little more spread out it would have been better
Really enjoyed the food but haphazard service. They forgot on of our dishes despite us reminding them when we ordered another beer. Wouldn't have had another drink if we'd known there was no more food coming.
The bar is nicely set up with good lighting and decor;
They ve got tasty gyoza,chashu,Tamago ,yakitori to go with sakes at a reasonable price....all bring in a good izakaya feel. Must check out (atleast thrice)
What a little gem on goodie road. And excellent range of Japanese food which was really well prepared. $10 corkage is reasonable.
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En Japanese is a rather charming Japanese izakaya bar located on Goodwood Road. There aren’t many places for izakaya style dining in Adelaide so owners Chong and Tanase thought it was a good time to start one. The front of the restaurant is a mix of high tables and bar stools alongside normal tables with red velvet cushion chairs. It may be deceivingly quiet at the front but wait till you step into the back section, past the hanging Sapporo long lanterns. That is where the life is, what izakaya bar dining is all about. Behind the bar you will find a big range of saké, shoju and Japanese beers. They will be more than happy to help you navigate through the drinks menu. As for the food, there’s a big focus on tapas and bar snacks. Perfect for after work drinks or catching up with friends. Sit yourself at the bar for an even better izakaya experience!
Fantastic place! Lovely atmosphere and friendly staff. Every tapas dish we tried was delicious. Definitely recommend it for a more traditional taste of Japan.
Ordered ramen, aburi salmon roll, torimayonaisu and takoyaki. All dishes were delicious. Atmosphere could be a little bit better, i.e. no music playing, but my table was pretty loud anyway. Mains did not come out at the same time BUT at this time, with the uncertainty of everything it was likely only one cook and one waitress and there were lots of tables to serve, so be aware and be patient please.
Support small business in these hard times guys !
Great food and reasonably priced. Quirky and slightly daggy decor but it makes it feel very welcoming. Do agree with some of the comments about slow service and hopefully something that’s improved upon but we really enjoyed our food/night despite the wait times hence still five stars.
This is a fantastic little restaurant! The sushi and pancakes are flavourful and well made.
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