The Yuu (Wan Chai) — Restaurant in Hong Kong Island

A Culinary Journey at The Yuu Japanese Restaurant 一遊 (Wan Chai 灣仔)

📍Shop 320-321, 3rd Floor, Hehe Center, No. 183 Queen's Road East, Wan Chai 灣仔皇后大道東183號合和中心3樓320-321號舖

Nestled in the bustling heart of Wan Chai, The Yuu Japanese Restaurant 一遊 offers a delightful escape into the world of Japanese cuisine. Located on the 3rd floor of Hehe Center, this restaurant is a hidden gem that promises an unforgettable dining experience.

The Menu The Yuu Japanese Restaurant's menu is a testament to the art of Japanese culinary craftsmanship. Here's a closer look at some of their standout dishes:

Assorted Sashimi 5 Kinds (刺身5種盛り合わせ) - $320👍👍

This dish features a selection of the freshest sashimi, each piece meticulously prepared to highlight the natural flavors and textures of the seafood. The presentation is as beautiful as the taste, making it a feast for both the eyes and the palate.

Deluxe Chef’s Platter (10 pcs) (デラックスシェフズプラッター（10個）)- $288 🍣👍

This platter is a showcase of the chef's expertise, featuring an assortment of the finest sushi and sashimi. Each piece is meticulously crafted, offering a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving for more.

Sand Whiting Fish Tempura (きす) - $128 🐟👍👍

Lightly grilled to perfection, the Sand Whiting is a simple yet exquisite dish. The delicate flavor of the fish is complemented by a hint of smokiness, making it a must-try.

Isshin (Junmai Daiginjo) (一心【純米大吟釀】 )300ml - $280 🍾👍👍

This premium sake is the perfect accompaniment to your meal. Its smooth and refined taste enhances the flavors of the dishes, providing a harmonious balance.

Grilled Chicken Soft Bone (鷄軟骨) - $128 / Grilled Beef with Mini Tomato (牛肉、とまと巻き) - $152🐓🍅👍👍

These grilled skewers are a delightful treat. The chicken soft bone is tender and flavorful, while the beef with mini tomato offers a juicy and savory bite.

Grilled Squid with Cod Fish Roe (明太子いか焼き) - $180 🦑👍👍

A unique and flavorful dish, the grilled squid is paired with the rich and slightly spicy cod fish roe, creating a perfect harmony of tastes.

Fried Ginger Pork Rice in Stone Pot (豚肉生姜石焼ご飯) - $98 🐷🫕👍

Served sizzling hot, this dish is a comforting bowl of goodness. The ginger pork is tender and flavorful, and the stone pot adds a delightful crispy texture to the rice.

Wagyu with Onsen Egg (和牛のすき焼き【温玉かけ】) - $238 🐮🥚👍👍

This luxurious dish features succulent Wagyu beef topped with a perfectly poached onsen egg. The rich flavors of the beef are elevated by the creamy egg, making it a truly indulgent experience.

Clams with Sake in Stone Pot (あさりの清酒蒸し) - $120👍

The clams are steamed with sake, infusing them with a delicate and aromatic flavor. The stone pot keeps the dish warm, ensuring each bite is as delightful as the first.

Grilled Chicken Wing (鶏手羽串焼き) - $64 🐓👍

Simple yet delicious, the grilled chicken wing is crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. It's a perfect snack or appetizer.

Fried Beef Rice in Stone Pot (カルビ石焼ご飯) - $98 🐮🫕👍

Another stone pot delight, the fried beef rice is packed with savory flavors. The beef is tender, and the rice has a satisfying crispy texture from the stone pot. Overall Experience 👍👍🔥🔥🔥

The Yuu Japanese Restaurant 一遊 in Wan Chai is a culinary haven for Japanese food lovers. Each dish is crafted with care and precision, offering a delightful journey through the flavors of Japan. Whether you're a sushi aficionado or a fan of grilled delicacies, The Yuu Japanese Restaurant has something to satisfy every palate. Don't miss out on this hidden gem in the heart of Wan Chai!

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The Yuu, located in Hopewell Center, Wanchai is a Japanese restaurant that I went to, for lunch today.

Before getting seated, I checked with the host / server to make sure they had vegetarian options. He confidently said they did, including set lunches. I was assigned a seat by the sushi & sashimi making counter. The Japanese restaurant welcomes are quite energetic.

A bit uncomfortable with the smell and the view - fish and all - but it took me only a few minutes to let it go, before deciding if I wanted to sit elsewhere.

On checking with the server who came to get my order on set lunch, he said they wouldn't be able to do that, but will dish out the vegetarian order individually. The lunch set would've been a steal, with coffee, rice or mini udon, soba, sushi and such. And I saw no reason why they couldn't have done the set lunch, but I decided not to give them a hard time and went with udon with stir-fried vegetables.

The order took some time, but I was OK browsing the HK Moms Facebook group until then. But the plate arrived, nice and hot with big fish skins on the top. I could smell it and see it. And then waited two minutes to get the server to come who apologized right way for forgetting for not having anything living on the plate, and took the plate away.

A couple of minutes later, he got the same plate, apparently having just skimmed off those fish skins facepalm. I could still see a few in there and then waited for another two minutes to ask him to get me a cleanly made plate, showing him those remnants of the skins.

Then I waited a few more, but was relieved to see a vegetarian plate. All the while, I wondered if I should just ask him to leave it be, and I'll lunch somewhere else, but I braved it :)

The noodles were hearty, soft, cooked well. Seasoned with soy sauce, it included cabbage and sprouts plenty, mushrooms and carrots sparingly. But the taste was good.

I downed them with a bit of wasabi for that extra kick.

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This restaurant has a diverse menu with lots of options so it's great for big groups with different dietary preferences - a good mix of sushi, skewers, meat, seafood, and vegetables. Everything we ordered was cooked really well. The staff are polite, and they could further elevate their customer experience by being more proactive to check in on customer needs. It's in a good location and the environment is comfortable, I would come...