YAYOI Malaysia (IOI City Mall) — Restaurant in Sepang

We recently visited Yayoi at IOI City Mall and had a mixed experience. The staff were welcoming and friendly. Ordering was done via a tablet at the side of the table, though a physical menu was also provided. However, we found that the menu recommendation tags were too small to notice, both on the menu and none on the tablet. We tried several items from the menu. The gyoza was okay in taste but smaller in size compared to other places. The chicken miso katsu set was delicious, with crispy fried chicken, but the miso soup was plain and lacked umami. The Teppan combo with beef and namban was our least favorite due to the Japanese-western fusion not being well-blended. The beef had a weird taste, but the chicken was okay, soft, and...

This restaurant specialises in Teishoku which is a Japanese set meal. There's a variety of set meal that are available in this restaurant but I opted to try the beef Hitsumabushi (traditionally served with unagi in Nagoya).

I must admit, this dish is a wonder. Eating it is almost like a therapeutic ritual. There's three ways to enjoy this dish, all of which should be followed in order to enjoy the delicate taste.

It's very good, the taste, the texture. Pouring the hot dashi into the dish also makes it even better. Though I should advice to those first timers of this dish, they might not wanna pour too much dashi at first.

The fried tofu is very...

Yayoi Malaysia at IOI City Mall in Putrajaya offers an exceptional dining experience with its modern ambiance and delicious Japanese cuisine. Located conveniently on the lower ground floor, it's easily accessible for shoppers and visitors. The restaurant's design is contemporary and welcoming, featuring warm lighting and comfortable seating, perfect for both intimate meals and larger groups. I highly recommend trying their Cricken Katsu Don, part of their value meal promotion, which is both flavorful and affordable. Overall, Yayoi provides a delightful blend of traditional Japanese flavors and a cozy dining atmosphere, making it a must-visit spot...