Valencia | Japanese Restaurant 🍣 Kaikaya

🍣 Kaikaya Sushi Nikkei: Where Japanese Meets Brazilian in Valencia’s City Square Tucked into Plaça de l‘Ajuntament, this spot is a bold fusion experiment—Japanese classics meet Brazilian flair, all set against a plant-filled, Instagram-ready backdrop. It’s creative, colorful, and full of surprises… though not every dish hits the mark. 🌿 The Vibe & Quirks Ambiance: Lush greenery and sleek decor make it feel fresh and vibrant—perfect for photos. Heads-up: The menu is tough to navigate (even if you speak Spanish/Portuguese), and service is slow. Come hungry and patient! 🍴 The Dishes: Hits, Misses, and Oddities Coxinha 🍗 4/5 stars €9.50 Brazilian-style fried chicken balls with a crispy crust and juicy, spiced filling. The trio of dips—black garlic cream (rich!), red curry (mild heat), and wasabi (zesty!)—adds fun layers. Only downside? Portions are tiny—you’ll want more. Gambas Tempura 🦐 4/5 stars €15.90 Crispy tempura shrimp paired with tender salmon—crunchy, buttery, and so satisfying. (sadly) the dips let it down: yuzu mayo, pomelo, and teriyaki mix into a weirdly tangy-sweet combo. Skip the sauce, eat it plain! Mix Sashimi 🐟 4/5 stars €18.00 Fresh, melt-in-your-mouth salmon, tuna, and white fish. No frills, just high-quality sashimi—safe and delicious if you’re craving something classic. Uramakis Ipanema 🍣🥩 4.5/5 stars €20.00 A wild combo: shrimp sushi topped with Brazilian beef and creamy cheese, dipped in yakiniku sauce. Sounds odd? It is—but in the best way. The beef adds smokiness, the cheese balances the fish, and the sauce ties it all together. Unique, but addictive. Roll Kasato Maru 🍣🥚 4/5 stars €17.00 Shrimp sushi with pickled cabbage and fried egg on top, drizzled with cream cheese and kimchi mayo. The egg looks unappetizing, but it’s actually crispy and salty—pairing with the spicy-sweet sauce works. Trust me, it’s better than it looks. Costela No Capricho 🐷 4.5/5 stars €19.00 “Looks ugly, tastes amazing” summed up. Thai-braised ribs with cabbage, fennel, and peanuts—meat is fall-off-the-bone tender, with a sweet-spicy sauce that lingers. The veggies cut through the richness—total comfort food. Samba Gaucho 🥩🍍 3/5 stars €24.00 Brazilian beef with caramelized pineapple. The beef is tender, but under-seasoned—even with extra salt, it’s bland. The pineapple adds sweetness, but not enough to save it. Wok Moqueca 🍜 2/5 stars €18.00 Seafood udon with shrimp, sea bass, chili, coconut milk, and red curry. It’s a muddled mess—too creamy, too spicy, and the fish gets lost in the sauce. Skip this one. 💰 Value & Verdict Price: €25–30 per person—fair for the creativity, but some dishes (like Samba Gaucho) aren’t worth the cost. Should you go?: Yes, for the fun fusion and plant-filled vibes. Stick to the coxinha, tempura shrimp, Ipanema roll, and ribs—skip the wok and beef pineapple. Kaikaya isn’t perfect, but it’s a fun, bold spot in the city square. If you love trying weird flavor combos, this is your place. 📍 Address: Pl. de l‘Ajuntament, 10, 46002 València #ValenciaFusion #JapanMeetsBrazil #FoodieAdventures