Food is flavourful and reasonably priced. Sushi is made fresh, the gyudon beef is tender and delicious. Service was quick except for the grilled items which took around 25 minutes. We were properly informed of the wait time read more

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Japanese's restaurant was so great experience.. The food was delicious, serve really hot, soup was so yummy and i was so admire and happy for the ambiance was so great and I really enjoyed the atmosphere. I'll definitely be back!" I had a wonderful experience and I would highly recommend this restaurant to others. read more

Izakaya Kikufuji - very full stomach and satisfied for all foods we order, all are delicious and so yummy.. - Japanese Near Me - Makati, NCR

Authentic Japanese food. Definitely you will have the rustic feel of a izakaya inside. Order was promptly given. Sashimi and sushi for sure. Recommended. read more

Izakaya Kikufuji - Sashimi - Japanese Near Me - Makati, NCR

One of my really good friends, who now is a resident of the Philippines, took me to Izakaya Kikufuji for lunch. It was one of her favorite restaurants in Makati, and I could totally see why! Food and customer service were excellent, and as an added plus the restaurant was a convenient 10 min drive from Dusit Thani where I was staying. We arrived Izakaya Kikufuji around 12:30pm on a Thursday. The place was super busy, and there were several guests waiting to be seated. Luckily we were seated immediately since my friend made a reservation ahead of time. As we were walking through the restaurant to get to our table, I was surprised by how big the whole place was since the restaurant looked small from the foyer. It could certainly accommodate a ton of parties, and the place was packed from room to room. However, there was quick turnaround times between guests. Customer service was outstanding. It was one of the few restaurants I've been to in the Philippines so far where I felt that wait staff members gave a damn about their customers. We were frequently checked up on, and our waters were refilled without us having to flag anyone down. I thought it was cool how Izakaya Kikufuji provided complimentary Izakaya (japanese tapas). They included a spicy tuna with tempura flakes, cabbage salad in soy sauce dressing, and a mixed vegetable stir fry. They were all great, but I especially loved the spicy tuna. It was also a large serving for the 2 of us, so I had to remind myself that I had to make room for food that was still coming. We ordered a mixed tempura appetizer to share. Honestly if I had known that Izakaya Kikufuji hooked it up with the complimentary izakaya, then I wouldn't have gotten the tempura. The tempura was totally fine though. Actually the mix of tempura pleasantly surprised me as there was some type fish in addition to the traditional shrimp tempura. There was also some type of chopped onion/carrot fried tempura that was really good. I ordered the uni and ikura bowl, which was totally worth it. For the price of P670 (~$13USD), I got a whole bowl of uni (sea urchin) over white rice and topped with ikura (fish roe). For the same price in the US, I could only get 2 pieces of uni nigiri and 2 pieces of ikura nigiri in total. Most importantly, the uni tasted fresh. read more

Izakaya Kikufuji - Uni and ikura bowl - Japanese Near Me - Makati, NCR

The food is really really good. The food is really authentic Japanese food. service is also very good but sometimes the sushi and sashimi is frozen. read more

Food - great menu selections, fresh selections of ingredients, excellent plating and execution of cooking techniques. Service - friendly, knowledgeable team. Ambiance - clean, modern and chic read more

Food was authentic Japanese. Though the waiting time is long, it was worth it. Prices were reasonable, ambiance was nice, servers are courteous. read more

We were supposed to go somewhere to dine but the place was fully booked. So the hubby brought me to this Japanese restaurant not too far from our place. The facade was unassuming. But as soon as we got in, the place was packed. The sashimi platter was fresh. I especially loved the salt and sweet tasting uni that we ordered a second serving. The grilled unagi was excellent, as well. And for all that we ordered, and we ordered a lot, it didn't break the bank. Will be coming back. read more

The best authentic japanese food I ever ate!! Been eating here since 2018 until now it's still the best places to celebrate intimate parties like bday celebration with your fam, special one. I really LOVE their Spicy Maguro Sashimi!! The best salad ever!!! I always order another plate. And when I had no cake, I decided to have their Special Cali Sushi with mangoes on top! Absolutely the best!!! read more

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The area at the back is now NON-SMOKING. Queue Tip / Q-Tip?: This restaurant gets crowded rather quickly during lunch & dinner, so try to reserve or arrive 15-30 minutes before opening time just to be sure. Long lines are managed with a number system similar to CDR-King. I suggest if there's no more room to wait inside, go back in every now & then because you might miss your number. They will call out your number but not with a megaphone. :) BIG Tip: For those who'd like to lessen their chances of waiting longer, don't get a number at the main entrance & walk straight to the little pathway at the right side of the restaurant. Sometimes they have a queue too, but it's mostly less people. If a table there is vacant, you can go straight to it or out of politeness, still ask if it's occupied. Lunch Tip: Best value for what you pay is during lunch because of their lunch sets that include free side dishes. The best ones are Spicy Tuna & Miso Soup. Dinner time makes everything an ala carte/single order option. First-Timer Tip: For those who want to try a little of everything at the lowest price possible, go for the Makunouchi. You'll get a good mix of meats & veggies, fried, raw, grilled, you name it! You're most likely going to enjoy the grilled fish, particularly the shake (salmon). It's good for 1-2 hungry customers. Must-Haves: - Buri (Grilled Yellowtail Fillet) - Gindara (Grilled Codfish with Teriyaki Sauce) - Gyu Kushi (Skewered Grilled Wagyu Beef Cubes) Sashimi Tip: Always be clear if your order is for, let's say, 8 pieces instead of 1 piece. In fact, apply this tip to all food items that can be served similarly. Bill Tip: (1) You can ask for it from your table or (2) You, yourself, can pay at the cash register near the exit (also the entrance) before going. If you'll do the latter, make sure to bring the slip from where you dined. Sometimes it's behind your chair or attached on the small pillar closest to you. I used to inform my server everytime I'd do Bill Tip #2, but she'd then offer to take care of it for me instead, so I'd end up waiting again. :P Service Tip: The servers are friendly so be nice to them! Tip Box is beside the cash register at the exit. Forgive the cashier if she gets moody or distracted. She punches all our bills down. Their supervisor is also accommodating & listens to your concerns. The food here is just insanely excellent; I'm happy going here over & over again! read more

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I've been going here since I was in high school. So far, their quality has remained the same. This is one of my favorite restaurants to eat when I'm in the Philippines. read more

Best sushi place in Metro Manila. Their spicy tuna sashimi and special California roll are excellent! Service is great - we always ask for Tina. Ambience is just right, although it can get loud at times because of how busy it is. read more

Yummm! This place is so good! We went for dinner and our waitress Tina was the best! Inside has cozy vibes and all the food was delicious. Make sure to get the wagu beef! Best ever!! read more

Whenever I'm back in the Metro, either for business or for pleasure, there is no way I'll leave town without dining in Izzakaya Kikufugi. This unpretentious japanese restaurant in Little Tokyo, Makati City is one of the best places you can sample authentic japanese cuisine. We had our usual staples. 1.)The Special California Maki - 8 big and fat rolls topped with tuna sashimi and covered with a generous mound of sweet mango slices. 2.) Spicy Maguro - tuna sashimi with spicy creamy sause topped with tempura flakes 3.) Gyu Kushi - mouth watering wagyu beef cubes in sticks among the few. The food came freshly cooked in 15 mins delivered by courteous and attentive staff. The place has various seating choices or arrangement to cater to local or japanese patrons. The standard table/chair area, the bar and the exclusive room with floor table setting. So far with the number of times I've been in this place the most comfortable is the standard table and chair setting where I'm comfortably seated while enjoying my salmon sushi. There are no reservations in this place so it's best if you swing by at 5:30pm when they start serving dinner. The place has a tight following so it gets jam-packed mosts days and especially on weekends. And knowing that parking is a challenge in this area you need to come in early. Lastly this place also serves a variety of japanese saki. So enjoy! read more

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I never fail to visit Izakaya Kikufuji in Little Tokyo everytime I am in Makati. Classic Favorites * Gyu Kushi (Wagyu Cubes) * Special California Maki * Sashimi Platter * Grilled Bacon-wrapped Asparagus It's an authentic Japanese restaurant that serves the freshest seafood. Long queue may be avoided at the back end, formerly the smoking area. Parking can be secured at Makati Cinema Square when all areas are full. read more

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My half-Japanese dad moved to Manila many years ago, so we have had the chance to eat at almost all Japanese restaurants in Makati. Kikufuji is the only one that reigns supreme in terms of food quality and price. They've literally brought Japanese food and culture in the Philippines, and I hope they had more branches in Manila. When you enter the place, it's very similar to the restaurant vibe in Japan, very busy during lunch and dinner. From the cold towels they offer before eating to the usual iced coffee Japanese restaurants offer after meals, they've got everything right! I cannot say enough about the food quality, they have the best sushi, sashimi, grilled fishes, ebi tempura, katsudon, etc. All must try! read more

Every time I go here with Carlo and his fam bam, there is always a looong line! If you can, try to make a reservation. The other way is that you come an hour earlier before the lunch and dinner rush. But, if it is your first time, do try to go during lunch. Why? Lunch set meals! For the lunch menu, you must try the Chirashi Don, Maguro Uni Don (my fave!), the Saba Set, the Tempura Set, and the Tonkatsu Set. All lunch sets include appetizers, rice and miso soup. The grilled saba is cooked very well here. It's not fishy and very meaty. Please give it a try! Of course. their best-seller here is the Gyu Kushi! it is a stick with 4 pieces of wagyu beef cubes that literally melt in your mouth. Very juicy! It's simply seasoned with salt and pepper. One stick is Php125. If you're just one person, I suggest you order 2-3 sticks. It takes them awhile to grill and serve. Apart from the fresh fish dishes, they have excellent noodle dishes. I go for the Chasoba! It is cold buckwheat noodles served with a dipping sauce with onion chives, wasabi and a fresh quail egg. It is your choice to add the condiments to taste for the dipping sauce. I honestly put ALL of it in. I love the kick of the wasabi! The main reason why I cannot give this place a 5 Star is... their service is just not good enough. Servers don't check on you. They for get orders or forget the the item you ordered is not available. Yeah. Patience is a virtue here. But, the food makes up for it. read more

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Went here with friends Friday night, and I didn't really feel like the place lived up to the all the 5-star reviews that it has received so far... First the waiters weren't able to recommend any of their sakes? And didn't hold any knowledge about what any of them tasted like, when asked. So I had to pick my own, which was a bit disappointing has I haven't gotten a first clue about sake brands.. Additionally, they forgot 3 orders, and had to be reminded twice about it. The food that we did get, was pretty good! Perhaps, I came at a bad time? Will have to return and update this review. read more

Izakaya Kikufuji - A view of the place - Japanese Near Me - Makati, NCR

Whether you're dining by yourself ,with family or with friends, Kikufuji is a great pick for unpretentious and oh-so-delicious Japanese food. From the moment you drive up to the restaurant and see the diners lined up, you know you're in for a good meal. When you enter, it's hard to miss the large open kitchen where the Japanese chef holds court with his battalion of cooks, each one preparing a dish with deft fingers and quiet precision. Personally, I like to dine at the bar so I can watch the cooks work and order my favorites -- grilled saba (mackarel), the special California maki with it's heaping pile of mango slivers and fish eggs or the glorious wagyu beef skewers. Their grilled salmon and pork belly skewers are good to, seasoned with just the right amount of salt. But if you're so inclined, you can ask for a little teriyaki sauce to slather on. By the time you're down to your last bite, the whole experience is enough to make you forget going through the horror show that is Edsa/ Makati traffic. If you're dining on a weekend, make reservations in advance to avoid a long wait and consider parking in the basement parking of Makati Cinema Square. read more

Izakaya Kikufuji - This is the stuff dreams are made of -- sweet strips of mango, salty fish eggs and crunchy bits of tempura batter - Japanese Near Me - Makati, NCR

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Was just there a few minutes ago. Unfortunately, we didn't even get to taste their food because we stood there waiting to be seated for over 20 minutes, thinking the front receptionist was just busy or away; but nobody attended to us at all. The moment we sat down by the waiting area, another group came in, and this girl near the counter who was gossiping with her colleague assisted them right away. Apparently, she was just there! Obviously this girl needs to do her job properly or be taught how to do her job properly. All she was doing was gossiping around. You work in customer service, you should now that you are the fore front and face of the company. Totally disappointing. We were so hyped up to trying them out for nothing. I read some reviews on zomato about how rude and unaccomodating their staff are, and was hoping to nevertheless give Izakaya the benefit of the doubt. Went to another place instead. read more

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Truly an authentic Japanese restaurant! I loved everything we ordered, quality was indeed top-notch, and prices were very affordable. Instead of ordering the usual kani salad, we wanted to be adventurous and chose the Wakame Salad which contained seaweed. It was really good and turned out to be so much better than expected. The Nigiri Sushi and California Maki were great as well but since these are always present in Japanese restaurants, nothing really sets them apart from others. Do not leave without ordering the Grilled Gindara in Teriyaki Sauce and the melt-in-your-mouth Wagyu Sticks -- these are highly recommended! read more

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First thing's first: Sunday Lunch Donburi Specials. If you manage to get parking and a table, take your pick from the chirashi, uni, ikura, uni AND ikura, and other equally mouthwatering rice bowls at their lunch hour prices. Izakaya Kikufuji takes on an authentic Japanese bar vibe that shows in the stellar food they offer. Definitely call ahead if you don't want to be seated at the bar or the smoking area, though the Japanese customers who frequent the place don't seem to mind. Unfortunately, I once had a terrible experience of having a huge rat graze my leg while sitting at the smoking area. The servers didn't want to believe me until the rodent poked its head from out of the wooden flooring! They then left me to finish and pay for my lunch! Once the Japanese chef heard about it, though, he apologized profusely and explained in broken English that there was an ongoing exhumation process in Little Tokyo at the time. I was moved to the bar to enjoy lunch on the house. It has never happened again and I've been back many times because I can't be bothered to miss their shake don and zaru soba, which they do really well. Other patrons swear by the grilled options like salmon jaws and wagyu sticks that I always wish I had space to try on top of my favorites. read more

Izakaya Kikufuji - Shake donburi FTW - Japanese Near Me - Makati, NCR

I mentioned in another Yelp review that I prefer to eat my sushi by myself. I also hate lining up for food, and I've found that a great way to bypass waiting for a seat at a trendy restaurant is often by dining solo. Izakaya Kikufuji is one of the most famous restaurants in Little Tokyo, but it is often so full that you might need to make a reservation beforehand. Izakaya Kikufuji is often packed, and as a result, cleanliness takes a backseat to serving good food on time. I saw a roach crawl across the bar, which was bothersome, but I was too busy inhaling my bowl of fresh salmon and salmon roe over sushi rice to care. They might want to work on the cleanliness a bit more, for those diners out there with more delicate constitutions. I would go back again, for sure. read more

Izakaya Kikufuji - Ikura and shake bowl - Japanese Near Me - Makati, NCR

My family has been going to Izakaya Kikufuji for the past decade-- I ain't even kidding. We've seen chefs come and go, but we're still eating there anytime we get a hankering for good, quality Japanese food. And after some years, I can safely say that Kikufuji is still THE best Japanese restaurant in my books. Their uni sashimi, spicy tuna, unadon and zaru soba are a a few of my favorites. The servers are very friendly and the prices are worth it, considering the quality of the dishes. If I had to say something bad about this izakaya, they could stand to refurbish the place. Over the years it's become a little worn out, inside and out. I love you, Kikufuji, but your bathroom is dingy and the parking spaces are horrible (As it competes with other restaurants in the Little Tokyo area, so I suggest parking in the next building over, or just grab a taxi.) Still, it's one of the, if not the best japanese restaurant in Little Tokyo, bar none. The wait in line sometimes gets a bit crazy, so I'd recommend you reserve in advance, or go around the grocery next door to while away the time. read more

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Awesome, awesome, awesome place. Service was great. Food was excellent. And the price was just right. One of the better Japanese restaurants in the Philippines. read more

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I fell in love with a whole new level of freshness! My family and I are visiting from the States. Kikufuji is by far the best sushi and sashimi, I've ever had. The Wagyu sticks were like butter=Heaven on a stick!! The staff was really welcoming and delivered great service. I see why it's always busy but, it's worth the wait! read more

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I dunno... I have heard glowing reviews about Kikufuji from people whose taste in food I absolutely trust. Maybe it was the raised expectations, but I'm not too blown away with what I ate. Then again, I only had the Tako Sashimi, which was good and soft, and the Tonkatsu, which was just okay for me. Did I order the wrong items? Maybe I got this all wrong. Now having said all this, I quite enjoyed my lunch. I got a lot of flavorful side dishes to complement my meal, and it was a rather lovely place. Yes, I will guve this place a second chance for sure. read more

This is a fairly large Japanese restaurant in Manila. Enjoyed the food a lot and also felt the price tag that came with it was decent. The restaurant has a large selection of saké - did not sample but was impressed by the collection! Strange turtle swimming around in an empty tank by the paying counter was a bit off putting but the food was very good and the menu is extensive. Service is so-so, all waitresses were dressed in traditional clothing which made the experience seem more authentic. My favourite thing was that we were sat on the floor - I grew up sitting on the floor to eat so for me this always adds to the experience! Recommend booking. Naturally, we overordered, we had a huge spread including sushi, sashimi, tempura, wagyu beef cube skewers, chicken and skewers and this cost under 20 quid per person for two people including a soft drink each (sorry I'm all about the Royal). read more

**REALLY GOOD, FRESH SEAFOOD. 3 STARS CAUSE OF POOR SERVICE** SHAKE (Salmon) IKURA DON was FRESH AS A MOFO. I finally was able to find myself in this part of town and snag a table at the Japanese restaurant that's gotten nothing but thumbs ups from my friends who have tasted their goodness. Saturday night with no reservation (GET ONE) and me and my friends were stuck with the waiting list. Since I was coming from the south, a good 1-2 hours away (HEAVY TRAFFIC) from Little Tokyo, I was lucky enough not having to endure the wait. But my cousin and her friends whose dinner I was joining in were all there waiting in line and it took a good hour to get a table. Tables by the counter or those for pairs had quicker turnovers than those with bigger groups so your safest bet for a shorter waiting time? RESERVE. Finally it was time to order and we were ready to feast. We had the following: 1. Shake Ikura Don - came in FRESH in a big bowl of rice, and more than 6 slices of did I say FRESH SALMON and SALMON EGGS with some pickled ginger, heaping of wasabi and lemon. LOVE THIS. 2. HIGE KATSU - Crispy Fried Breaded PORK FILLET with a side of potato salad, mustard, miso soup and greens. This was a bit tough and nothing special. You can easily go to SABOTEN or YABU if this (FRIED MEATS) is what you're looking for. 3. SPICY SHAKE SALAD- a shii ton of cubed up salmon coated in spicy japanese mayonnaise topped with crunchy bits of fried up bread crumbs balances out this dish. LITERALLY EVERY TABLE HAD THIS. 4. KANI SALAD - now, this is usually a common go to in most Japanese restaurant in the Philippines, at least but THIS WAS BLAND. It was a sad plate of shredded cabbage, a squirting of japanese mayonnaise, and strips of kani laid out in a plate. This was our mistake thought because what we should have ordered was the SPECIAL KANI SALAD, which is made with cucumber, mango, kani mixed evenly with the mayo, sesame dressing laced cabbage shreds and lots of masago (tiny orange fish roe) on top. 5. ENOKI BACON ROLL- 3 pieces of Bacon wrapped mushroom. DELICIOUS. I mean, BACON. An alternate to this could be their ASPARA BACON ROLL which is asparagus wrapped in bacon, need I say more? 6. GRILLED WAGYU BEEF - JUICY, high fat content, REALLY GOOD. **THIS ONE WAS from FRIENDS WHO SWEAR THIS TO BE TRUE AS RECOMMENDED TO THEM BY REGULARS THAT ARE IN THE KNOW** TIP: ORDER THE RIBS. Apparently these ribs are maxed out on flavor and are a must have on your table. Will definitely try this out when I'm back. Having hyped up this place, unfortunately, the service wasn't as pleasing. We found ourselves frustrated getting the attention of the 4 to 5 servers on our side of the restaurant who kept forgetting our requested extra utensils. Water kept being refilled but a few of our orders took more than usual to get to our table that the rest of our dishes got cold after SEVERAL gentle followups to our servers. Understand that this is a busy establishment but more care and attention to your customers would be VERY MUCH APPRECIATED. Parking upfront is sparse but present. It gets full quickly so you 'd have to go find parking a street away at Makati Cinema Square or you could take an Uber which is what my cousin did. Either way, good meal, unfortunately poor service. Tip no. 2: Head into Little Tokyo towards the left side of the restaurant into a narrow pathway into this little Japanese style space with multiple establishments sharing an open space with their own respective dining tables, to listen to some live music. We bought dessert in the ICE CREAM from DOJO DAIRY. They sell by the pint or in single cups. TRY THE MISO SAKE. A savory dessert for those willing to try! The more commonly known matcha, vanilla, chocolate, etc. flavors are also present. read more

We regularly visit this place at least once a month. Considering that the restaurant fills up fast, we usually arrive probably half an hour before opening. I suggest coming in at lunch since dinner rates are different (and frankly, more expensive). The food is absolutely incredible and definitely authentic. Their grilled fish is savoury and flavourful. Each order comes with a bowl of rice (unlimited btw, so you can just ask for more if you do need more), a bowl of miso soup, and some side dishes. The side dishes depend on what is available for that day, but their spicy salmon and tuna sashimi are just out of this world. It comes with free dessert too! You can choose between iced coffee (which is also great!) or their fruit selection of the day. read more

The spicy salmon sashimi is to die for. This is one of the places that my friends and I would always come back to because of the nice ambiance and the good food read more

Izakaya Kikufuji - Japanese Near Me - Makati, NCR

It's hard to go on Facebook without seeing photos of those glorious wagyu cubes. So I decided to venture to Kikufuji on my birthday with a couple of friends because why not. Also, Erwan Heussaff likes this place so heeeyyyyyy. I made a reservation for dinner on a Friday night and found that the non-smoking section was already full so we settled for the smoking section hoping that not a lot of people would be smoking and we got lucky! The non-smoking section has regular tables and seating at the bar while the smoking section features low tables and sitting on tatami mats. That was a little tough for me cause I had a previous knee injury but that's a personal thing. We ordered 3 chirashi dons, spicy tuna sashimi, a couple of wagyu cubes on the stick, an oolong highball, and a lemon highball. The have 3 different kinds of chirashi dons depending on a variety of local or imported fish. That they they only had local fish available that day. Sads. But the chirashi itself was very good. Fish was fresh, a good variety, and the rice had the perfect amount of tanginess you should expect from sushi rice. The spicy tuna was kinda disappointing. It was not spicy at all and while the tempura bits were a lovely addition for crunch, I don't think it was mixed enough so that I could get enough smooth and crunch in the same bite. The wagyu sticks were as good as they looked! The perfect amount of pepper on those babies although dripping with a bit of oil. The highballs were pretty standard but I appreciate that they offer them because not a lot of places here do. Definitely coming back here since they have a wide selection of food depending on what you're craving. At the end of out meal they also gave us free draft beer coupons that we will definitely use on our next visit! read more

I was pleasantly surprised that service has greatly improved. I braced myself for a long wait based on previous experience and reviews here but was delighted that food was served quickly. The wagyu beef on skewers was excellent; so was the spicy tuna salad. The tuna & Saladin sashimi were fresh but they didn't have uni which was a disappointment as I was looking forward to it. Come before 12nn or after 1:30pm to avoid long queues. Overall, will recommend the place and despite the mushrooming of Japanese restos in the metropolis, will be happy to come back! read more

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Truly an authentic Japanese restaurant! I loved everything we ordered, quality was indeed top-notch, and prices were very affordable.

I ventured to Little Tokyo because Japanese food is my life, and because I was jealous of everyone else's confirmation about how "legit" the restaurants are. There are a bunch of restaurants in the tiny compound of Little Tokyo, and being the wuss that I am, I decided to take on the one that resembled the most success -- the largest one -- Kikufuji. The restaurant was filled with Japanese people, most eating alone; I knew I hit a jackpot. As most "real" Japanese restaurants do, their menu was in Japanese, which caused me to both point at the pictures that looked yummiest, and to bombard the waitress with questions (they were used to it). If you find yourself in Kikufuji, order the 4 kinds, or any order that will get you the best of their sashimis, I promise you, everything tastes fresh! But the thing you have to remember the most? Their Wagyu beef cubes on a stick; worth all the dizziness you might get because of its marbled fat of glory. read more

Whenever anyone asks me for Japanese restaurant recommendations, Izakaya Kikufuji is always the first name I drop. Their popular dishes are their spicy tuna maki and their wagyu beef skewers, but I urge you to try any of their fish lunch sets, if they're still available. You get an appetizer, miso soup, really well cooked and fresh fish, japanese coffee, and rice for around P270. That was one of the most satisfying and affordable lunches I've had to date! It seems that it's gotten quite popular these days, so I think making reservations would do you a lot of good. read more

Good inexpensive Japanese food in Little Tokyo, Makati. Good food + inexpensive prices= wait time. Be prepared to wait. It is a bad choice though for a serious business lunch or dinner. It is raucous, rowdy and full of good cheer. read more

Just beside the Little Tokyo entrance, you will find Izakaya Kikufuji. This place is always full so it's best you call in advance to make a reservation. Inside, it is like your typical Japanese restaurant in Makati. My favorite dish here would have to be their Wagyu cubes on a stick! It is to die for. Be sure to get some rice when ordering this though as you may get dizzy with all that oil and fat. Their mixed sashimi platter is also good. They have varied items on their menu, a lot of which are very affordable so go crazy and order all the Japanese food you want! Finish off your meal or enjoy your meal with some sake and a toast to great food. read more

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Kikufuji has been serving up quality Japanese food a little over a decade by now. It's a shame that I have only tried this place last December 2014. I have been to this place three times ever since and the place has never let up! I usually begin my journey here with an order to sashimi moriawase. Everything in this dish is as fresh as you'd expect it to be, but what really surprised me was the amount of Uni it comes with. It's doesn't seem to end! Not that I'm complaining though, this is a steal! I follow it up with an order of spicy crunchy tuna which is also my absolute favorite. It's a toss up between this one and Nihonbashitei's as the best Spicy Tuna in the Metro if you have read my review of that place. For some people, the highlight of kikufuji are the highly instagrammable grilled wagyu beef cubes. Like M&Ms, these babies melt in your mouth in no time. Get two, heck get three of these since it usually takes quite a while to prepare them. I have not even explored more than 30% of their menu. I'm excited for what my next to this establishment will bring. Perhaps I'll have the sake too! read more

Izakaya Kikufuji - Japanese Near Me - Makati, NCR

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This is my go-to for Japanese food. Their dishes are reasonably priced considering the quality and quantity you get from the servings. When anyone asks me to recommend a Japanese restaurant I immediately think of this place. I usually order the gyu kushi (I think that's what it's called) which is a stick of four mouth-watering pieces of steak. It's fantastic over a bowl of rice. I also recommend their sashimi or sushi which is always fresh. They've got a decent sake menu here but I usually order one of their cold draft beers. The ambience is what you would expect from a Japanese restaurant. You can opt to sit at a regular table, at the sushi bar, on the floor or inside one of their private rooms. They give you free beer coupons after you pay by the way so be sure to keep these because you will be back. read more