Kyodai Izakaya — Restaurant in Dublin

Location & Access: Located in the heart of Dublin city centre, Kyodai is easy to reach from all areas of the city via multiple transportation options. Its central position makes it a convenient choice for both locals and visitors.

Ambience & Space: The restaurant features a clean, well-maintained dining area with a distinctly Japanese aesthetic. The interior is thoughtfully decorated with traditional elements like katana swords, shogun attire, and cultural accents that add to the immersive experience. Background music is kept low, allowing for comfortable conversation. The seating accommodates both small and large groups, making it a great option for family meals, outings with friends, or a cozy dinner for two.

Cleanliness & Facilities: Both the dining area and restrooms are clean and well cared for, contributing to an overall pleasant dining environment.

Menu & Pricing: Kyodai offers a wide variety of Japanese dishes, including sushi, gyoza, soups, and more. They also serve soft drinks and a selection of alcoholic beverages, such as plum wine and hot sake.

One of my absolute favorites here is the Gourmet Sushi Set and the Salmon Lover Sushi Platter—served beautifully and, without a doubt, some of the best sushi I’ve had in Ireland. The freshness, presentation, and taste set it apart from many other sushi spots in the country.

Prices are very fair for the quality and portion size, making it a strong value for authentic Japanese cuisine.

Staff & Service: Staff are professional, courteous, and efficient. They strike the right balance between attentiveness and giving you space to enjoy your meal.

Final Thoughts: Kyodai has become my go-to place for sushi, gyoza, and hot sake. The atmosphere, food quality, and service are consistently excellent, and I always look forward to returning. Highly recommended for anyone looking for an authentic and relaxing Japanese dining...

I've been excited to try Kyodai for a long time now, so recently decided to have lunch here.

The venue itself is great! It's almost like an Irish pub with a Japanese twist. It's impressive!

Staff too were great, very attentive throughout - no issues there.

Food-wise though, there were a couple of issues. We ordered starters and mains, though all food came at the same time (i.e. we weren't asked whether we'd like starters to arrive first - which is typically asked. Otherwise, it's assumed that starters will always arrive first).

That's not a major issue per se, but unfortunately the chicken and sauce for my main course was almost cold. The same was true for my partner's main course; the steak was almost cold. The vegetables underneath were hot though. That made the meal unpleasant.

That aside, I wouldn't say it's the best Japanese food in Dublin, but it ticks the box. Think of it as Japanese food served in an Irish pub, rather than a proper Japanese restaurant. Liked it yes, but not loved it.

The takoyaki were kinda disappointing! Having tried it in many places throughout the city, it didn't hit the box here. The prawn tempura batter lacked flavour. The complimentary miso soup was delicious though!

Would I come back? Probably yes. There are many elements of Kyodai that I liked, but some things that weren't quite up to scratch I guess.

I'll give it another shot, perhaps in the evening this time, and see how it goes. What a shame about the cold food though! I had high expectations arriving at Kyodai based on the high rating. Perhaps the chefs had a bad day (though there were only 3 tables seated at the...

Got hostility response from a Chinese waitress.

I and my friend walk in the side door from the James Connolly. We try drinking inside the Japanese restaurant which obviously has a bar table and Asahi beer .

The 5'5 - 5'6 Chinese accent waitress who dress like a Japanese woman keep telling us go back to James Connolly because here is a Japanese restaurant (so don't drink here) and It is extremely bizarre.

You have bar chair, bar table , Japanese whiskey and Asahi here and you don't welcome drinker ?

I don't believe a genuine Japanese hospitality person will behave like that. Especially I and my friend are well dress and not talking loud at all.

Why don't you remove all the Japanese alcohol bottles and taps if you don't allow drinker comes in ? Although, should you hand us the menu and ask if we want some food ?

Typical Chinese takeaway attitude pretend noble with disguised Japanese...