Top 10 Japanese Food You Must Try in Mount Austin

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Right in the middle of the hustle and bustle of Johor Bahru sits the modern residential area of Mount Austin. The area has seen big changes over the recent years, with the large inflow of both to-be residents and tourists. The surrounding area has responded to this, and development was accelerated. Here are the kist for the japanese food in Mount Austin.

Now, you can find attractions such as theme parks (e.g. the Austin Heights Water & Adventure Park, Angry Birds Adventure Park), various cafes and restaurants serving both local and international fare, and many pieces of accommodation providing the best in comfort and amenities. Speaking of food and dining, Mount Austin also has a wide variety of food on offer.

One of its many specialties is Japanese cuisine, of which the venues are many. SGMYTRIPS has compiled a list of the best Japanese restaurants you can find in Mount Austin so you don’t have to. Take your pick!

Top 10 Japanese Food You Must Try in Mount Austin

  1. Warakuya Japanese Restaurant
  2. Sushi Zento
  3. Wafu Kitchen
  4. Kawa Japanese Restaurant
  5. Sushi Mentai
  6. TANBA – Japanese BBQ 炭馬烧肉专门店
  7. Hayashi Japanese Restaurant 林日式料理
  8. Daifuku Restaurant 大福日式餐厅
  9. Arashi Shabu-Shabu Aeon Tebrau City
  10. Samurai Ramen Umami

  1. Warakuya Japanese Restaurant

We are starting off this japanese food in Mount Austin list with one of the leading names amongst Japanese restaurants, the Wara/kuya Japanese Restaurant at Mount Austin.

Located along the street of Jalan Austin Heights 8/2, in the between the folds of rows upon rows of other shop lots and restaurants, the Warakuya is still easily noticeable due to it being on the corner lot and being literally above the rest, as in the building is exceptionally taller than any other in its immediate vicinity.

The interior is well decorated and true to the theme, incorporating wood grain and bamboo decals to great effect. On the menu is a great variety of Japanese food, especially in the sushi category which is what the Warakuya is famous for. The sushi here is prepared fresh and ingredients are reliably sourced for the best quality.

The chefs on site are trained professionals, and the skill at which they perform their craft boiled down to the taste of the dishes, which are exceptional. A special shout out goes to their sashimi, which is reasonably priced and very fresh, and the cuts are made skillfully clean. For a great overall Japanese dining experience, come on down to the Warakuya today!

Additional Information:
Address: BahruI’mI, 9, Jln Austin Heights 8/2, Taman Mount Austin, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor.
Operating Hours: Open daily, 11:30am – 10pm
Contact: 010-953 0000
Site: Warakuya Japanese Restaurant

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  1. Sushi Zento

Up next is one of the many outlets of the great sushi chain of Sushi Zento. Although being a run of the mill chain franchise asset, the Sushi Zento still never fails to impress with the number of fresh sushi on offer meticulously crafted by experienced chefs to perfection, and that may be its secret to widespread success.

Located on Jalan Austin Heights 8/4, the restaurant is illuminated by its bright outdoor sign, making it a hard one to miss. The menu consists of a number of selections ranging from sushi of every kind to freshly cut sashimi, from ramen to tempura, the choices are vast and varied.

Most notably is their offerings of salmon; namely the salmon sushi, the salmon salad, salmon hand roll, and also the salmon sashimi, which are all made with exceptionally fresh salmon reliably sourced from local suppliers. The fish is fatty and has a distinct bite to it, being a mix of both flavorful and satisfying.

Be sure to come here with an empty stomach, or you might wish you had more space!

Additional Information:
Address: 1, Jalan Austin Heights 8/4, Taman Mount Austin, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor.
Operating Hours: Monday thru Thursday, 11:30am – 2:15pm and 6pm – 10pm / Friday thru Sunday 11:30am – 10pm
Contact: 07-363 0061
Site: Sushi Zento

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  1. Wafu Kitchen

Being marketed as a casual Japanese dining experience, the Wafu Kitchen is a modest restaurant with a Japanese inspired menu and theme located along Jalan Austin Heights 3/2.

The Wafu Kitchen serves delicious Japanese dishes which remain, for the most part, very true to the source material yet keeps prices at a very affordable range, making this place a to-go spot for when you crave Japanese food but want to keep spending to a minimum.

The food this place has on offer is also well varied and suitably portioned. Anything from grilled eel or unagi, to ramen noodles in miso broth can be enjoyed here, and all of them just taste authentic. The spotlight goes to their Japanese style curry dishes, and if you have never tasted Japanese curry before, we recommend you to try one of their curry dishes served with rice.

You might find yourself a new favorite and come back for more!

Additional Information:
Address: 18, Jln Austin Heights 3/2, Taman Mount Austin, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor.
Operating Hours: Opens daily, 11am – 10pm
Contact: 07-352 2357
Site: Wafu Kitchen

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  1. Kawa Japanese Restaurant

A little bit higher on the price scale compared to our previous entries, the Kawa Japanese Restaurant nevertheless serves what it is worth.

The restaurant nails Japanese style dishes not only in terms of taste, but also with authenticity and great attention to detail. The presentation of the dishes is also spot on, adding that artistic touch that just adds to the overall experience, making it just that much more authentic. The service is also great, with the staff being generally helpful and friendly.

The menu consists of a broad selection of items ranging from sushi to rolls to ramen and the like. The curry on offer here is also very nicely spiced, giving a little bit of heat but not so much as to overpower the fragrance of the dish. The special shout out goes to the Chuka Iidako, or seasoned baby octopus, served with a garnish of shredded cucumber.

The octopus are well seasoned and just mildly sweet, which brings out the flavor in the octopus itself. If you have a stomach for a gastronomical adventure, you may order yourself a serving and give it a try.

Additional Information:
Address: Kawa Japanese Restaurant, Taman Mount Austin, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor.
Operating Hours: Opens daily, 11:30am – 10pm
Contact: –
Site: Kawa Japanese Restaurant

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  1. Sushi Mentai

One of many in the popular sushi chain that swept the nation by storm, offering delicious, fresh sushi at very affordable prices. The environment of these restaurants are basically the same for every branch, but is still well done nevertheless.

The wallpaper is usually a bamboo forest decal against a white background, and the tables are minimalist and fit the bill perfectly, albeit may be a little bit on the small side.

The serve quite a large number of differing types of sushi, and are all between the price of roughly RM2 to RM4. They also serve fresh bowls of sashimi salad, grilled fish, bowls of ramen served in soup or cold with dipping sauce, sushi rolls made with various seafood, and select cuts of meat or fish cooked to perfection accompanied with various sauces served over rice.

We recommend you to try their sushi served with their signature mentai sauce, which is a roasted sesame sauce mix generously dolloped on top of select pieces of sushi and caramelized with a blowtorch.

Additional Information:
Address: 145, Jln Mutiara Emas 10/19, Taman Mount Austin, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor
Operating Hours: Opens daily, 12pm – 9:30pm
Contact: 07-361 3977
Site: Sushi Mentai

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  1. TANBA – Japanese BBQ 炭馬烧肉专门店

Another approach to a Japanese restaurant compared to our previous entries, the Tanba serves different type of Japanese cuisine; the Japanese style barbecue. The restaurant is very nicely designed, with adequate amounts of lighting and appropriate use of darker hues for wallpaper, highlighting the use of wood grain, marble, and cement textures across the establishment.

The menu is filled to the brim with fresh ingredients as well as a la carte dishes you could order straight from the kitchen. Each table here comes with a barbecue pit fueled by charcoal, giving the grilled pieces of meat and fish that iconic, distinct charred flavor, perfectly complimented by their bottles of imported soju on offer.

The meal is then concluded with a serving of fresh fruit and ice cream, which can be quite a relief after consuming copious amounts of barbecued food. The prices here are also very reasonable when contrasted with the amount of food and the quality of it all, including their services.

Additional Information:
Address: 31, Jln Molek 3/20, Taman Redang, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor.
Operating Hours: Opens daily, 12pm – 11pm
Contact: 07-361 0505
Site: TANBA – Japanese BBQ 炭馬烧肉专门店

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  1. Hayashi Japanese Restaurant 林日式料理

With a great environment courtesy of the interior design, which incorporates aspects of the look and feel of a traditional Japanese restaurant, including the wooden furniture and bottles of Japanese booze and paper buntings and lanterns, the Hayashi Japanese Restaurant pays special attention to the little details, and strives to make everything as authentic and close to origin as possible.

The prices here are a little bit higher than most other shops, but trust us, you get what you pay for. Here, they serve dishes such as sashimi, prepared with the freshest fish they are able to source and served with a side of fish roe, as well as various types of sushi and Udon bowls.

We highly recommend you try the salmon sashimi, made from fresh salmon served with a side of salmon roe, and the taste really compliments each other, giving the sashimi an elegant touch. The tempura is also very well done, with the batter being of very high quality and the ingredients cooked to perfection, being crunchy and a little chewy while still maintaining integrity while you chew away.

Additional Information:
Address: Molek Pine 4, Lot B3-01-02, No 7, 3 Apartment,, Jalan Molek 1/27, Taman Molek, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor.
Operating Hours: Monday thru Friday, 5pm – 12am, Saturday and Sunday, 12pm – 12am
Contact: 07-364 5765

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  1. Daifuku Restaurant 大福日式餐厅

Fans of Japanese cuisine on a budget, you are all in luck. The Daifuku is a very budget friendly, authentic Japanese restaurant serving great quality food at extremely reasonable prices.

The prices do not reflect on the taste, however, and dishes taste as good as any other high-end sushi joints. The ambiance is also appropriate, giving off a relaxed vibe to compliment your sushi eating experience.

The specialty dish here has to go to the dragon roll, which is a sushi roll with a twist, being seaweed and ingredients inside with rice out. The meticulously crafted sushi is absolutely flavorsome and packs a great bang for your buck. A must try if you’re around the area, come down to the Daifuku today!

Additional Information:
Address: 43, Jalan Sagu 18, Taman Daya, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor.
Operating Hours:  Tuesday thru Sunday, 10:30am – 3:30pm and 6pm – 9:30pm. Closed on Mondays.
Contact: 016-713 8485
Site: Daifuku Restaurant 大福日式餐厅

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  1. Arashi Shabu-Shabu Aeon Tebrau City

Another unique entry on our list, the Arashi Shabu-Shabu is a Japanese style hotpot restaurant which serves a variety of fresh ingredients ranging from seafood to meat and poultry along with vegetables to be dipped into a sauce of your choice.

The ingredients are freshly sourced and of high quality and the dipping sauces available are fragrant and delicious.

Each table here comes equipped with a hotpot unit, which will be filled with a broth of your choice and heated until boiling, and then you can cook your ordered ingredients to perfection, and optionally you may dip them in a special sauce before consuming. The choices here are vast and the prices are also quite reasonable, so make sure you get a taste of this for yourself!

Additional Information:
Address: Lot S113, 2nd Floor, Aeon Tebrau City Shopping Centre, Tebrau City, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor.
Operating Hours: Opens daily, 10am – 10pm
Contact: 07-358 2080
Site: Arashi Shabu-Shabu Aeon Tebrau City

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  1. Samurai Ramen Umami

Specializing in Japanese noodles, namely ramen, the Samurai Ramen Umami restaurant is the place to go if you crave a hot bowl of noodles with a Japanese twist.

Featuring a large number of different types of ramen dishes, the Samurai Ramen keeps things varied and fresh, with their own twist on the Japanese delight.

You can get all sorts of ramen here, from the spicy to the sweet, but the dish we highly recommend you pick is the Japanese curry ramen. The curry is thick and flavorsome, and the spice level is mild. A perfect experience for your taste buds, come to Samurai Ramen Umami, and taste the authenticity.

Additional Information:
Address: Aeon Tebrau City Shopping Centre, Jalan Persiaran Desa Tebrau, Taman Desa Tebrau, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor.
Operating Hours:  Opens daily, 10am – 10pm
Contact: –
Site: Samurai Ramen Umami

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