IKKYU Japanese Causal Restaurant — Restaurant in Kowloon

Atmosphere & Location Conveniently located just across the street from Langham Place in Mong Kok, this restaurant is an ideal stop after shopping, meeting friends, or a casual stroll through the neighborhood. Upon entering the first floor, guests are welcomed into a space that the restaurant fully occupies—creating a sense of exclusivity and comfort. The décor features thoughtful Japanese-inspired elements: decorative sake bottles, paper lanterns, and charming figurines all contribute to a cozy, immersive ambience. It immediately sets the tone for a casual yet culturally rich dining experience.

Three-Colored Sashimi Rice Bowl – $72 This donburi offers excellent value with a surprisingly generous portion. The base of seasoned sushi rice is substantial—easily equivalent to one-and-a-half bowls—providing a hearty foundation. On top, guests are treated to two slices each of three types of sashimi: tuna, salmon, and swordfish belly.

Tuna is fresh and clean-tasting, with a firm bite. Salmon is exceptionally smooth and buttery, with a fine texture that melts subtly on the palate. Swordfish belly adds a slightly richer, oilier note, balancing the trio well.

Each slice is neatly laid over shiso leaf, which adds a refreshing, herbal fragrance that elevates the sashimi’s natural flavor. The inclusion of shiso is a noteworthy detail that demonstrates the kitchen’s attention to traditional Japanese pairings.

Overall, this rice bowl delivers both substance and finesse, making it a satisfying and well-executed choice for...

A great restaurant with a quality and thoughtful menu. I would like to emphasize that I have not seen such speed of serving dishes for a long time. Many thanks to the attentive staff who anticipated our needs before we asked for anything.

It was pleasant and tasty, there was a cheerful atmosphere, and people around were happy with the food, and laughing. My husband and I especially remembered the sashimi of swordfish and roasted lamb.

After 200 dollars it is possible to pay with Visa or MasterCard, which is very convenient.

The restaurant is located in the same building as KFC, it has a separate entrance on the left. You take the elevator...

Friend invited us for lunch here. We arrived 15 minutes before their business hours but the staffs let us sit down and wait. Right at 12, we made our order via a scanned code. We all had sushi or sashimi set lunch. The salmon miso soup was hot and tasty, we all liked it. The sushi and the tempura were both tasty. The scallop of my sashimi set was very fresh and sweet. Overall the food was okay but the service needed improvement as no staffs were serving tea...