I had a major sushi craving the 2 weeks I was in Vietnam and it only grew stronger by the day. If I had to pick my favorite cuisine, it would be Japanese. A chance dinner encounter with a family who had been to K Cafe a couple of days before and the tremendous gratuitous rave was more than enough for me to give this joint a try.
Turns out, the family was not exaggerating. The food was good and so was the service. The warm hospitable, casual feel first hits you as you step in with the owner (a Japanese who moved to HCM naturally) explaining the day’s specials to you.
The sashimi was fresh and the cut generous. In fact, generous enough for me to actually get thrilled. It was like dining in Japan all over again. The fish completely covered (and then some) the small mash of rice – which is how it should be and how it’s done in Japan. It was splendid.
The spicy tuna roll was one of the best I have had the chance to sample. There was a kick and the sweet tuna flavor was present in every bite. The yaki-soba noodles were tasty and moist.
It was a splendid find and a smashing place to head to if you’re in HCM with a craving for good sushi. You won’t be disappointed.
