Quaint Restaurant with Friendly Owner and Unique Dishes

We reserved a table at Restaurant Bar Nagisa on the same day, and although the owner was initially hesitant, he kindly accommodated us. The restaurant is small but full of character, and the owner made the experience memorable by engaging us in conversation, sharing stories about his travels, and even giving us a signed postcard. He spoke a bit of Chinese and invited us to join his Facebook group for Hong Kong guests, adding a personal touch to the visit.

As for the food, many of the signature dishes required advance reservations, so we could only try the abalone rice, sea cucumber rice, and whale rice. The first two dishes tasted a bit heavy on MSG and weren’t particularly special, but trying whale meat for the first time was definitely a unique experience. The whale had a somewhat fruity flavor with an interesting texture. I found the whale fat more enjoyable than the meat, which had a slight taste of blood.

Overall, this is a charming place with a welcoming atmosphere and some unusual dishes. While not every dish wowed me, the experience and the owner's hospitality made it worth the visit.