Fairly reasonable prices for a causal Japanese meal in Chinatown even though the location doesn’t remind me of Japanese food in the first instance.
Overall, it was a unique yakitori experience at Kakurega.
Ambience at Kakurega (The Lair) carries an understated charm. Cozy, rustic, and intimate, the 3-story bar features 4 private rooms, with carefully partitioned open seating areas that manage to feel like private dining. Pops of colour from vibrant paintings and colourful Japanese fans adorn the sleek black walls, while sturdy wooden tables and comfortable booth seats are illuminated by bright spotlights overhead.
While quality of food could be decent, the cozy ambience and friendly service is pleasant enough for catching up with family or friends.
The ambiance at Kakurega is cosy and I have enjoyed the sake, the zensai and items from the charcoal grill such as the hotate mentai.
One of my favourites of the evening is the Chashu Ringo Sauce - Pork Belly with Apple Sauce ($6.80). I love the refreshing tart sweetness of the apple sauce that glazed over the pork belly, giving it enough acidity to cut through the meat's richness.
It is the place to mull over daily undertakings with a premium selection of sake such as Junmai Daiginjo, Daiginjo and Junmai Gingo.
从美食飘香的热闹大街,进入浓浓东洋情调的日式小馆。三层楼旧店屋格局,各楼层空间不大,拾级而上坐在二楼的小角落,顿时远离了市嚣,完全不像身在牛车水。