Washoku Brunch at Wasabi Bistro, Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur

For those seeking a leisurely weekend brunch of the freshest Japanese cuisine in a serene setting, check out the Washoku Brunch at Wasabi Bistro. Located at the Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur, one can expect Californian-inspired Japanese cuisine, featuring sushi and sashimi, along with appetizers, tempura and maki rolls.

Wasabi Bistro is led by Chef Hiro Sakamoto, who brings 20 years of experience with him. Originally from Japan, he has previously worked in Fukuoka, Osaka and Hawaii. His style is to preserve the original flavours of the ingredients while presenting the beauty of his native culture. As his latest creation, he presents three set menus for the Washoku Brunch, namely the Shogun (RM588), Sakura (RM728) and Samurai (RM888) Sushi Boat Set, available every Saturday and Sunday from 12pm to 3pm.

We started off the meal with a Green Salad, which came with an appetizing tomato dressing, followed by Kumi's No. 1, their bestselling appetizer. Named after the owner Madam Kumi, this appetizer consists of shredded crabstick, avocado, white fish and seaweed baked in a secret sauce, for a creamy, delectable finish.

The signature Sakura Sushi Boat is their mid-range option, and comes with an impressive boatload of seafood goodness. Our favorite was the thick, fresh slices of tuna and salmon sashimi followed closely by the delicious Rainbow Roll. It is advisable to eat the Beef Kushiage first as this is best enjoyed hot. Everything else on the boat can be consumed at a leisurely pace such as the edamame, enoki butter, spinach with goma sauce, soft shell crab roll, assorted nigiri sushi, salmon shioyaki or teriyaki and assorted tempura. This Sushi Boat is recommended for four diners.

Chef Hiro Sakamoto preparing our Sushi Boat

Chicken karaage - available in Shogun Sushi Boat

Dessert - Assorted Mix Fruits

For the ultimate indulgence, go for the Samurai Sushi Boat which comes with bluefin tuna sashimi, kampachi sashimi as well as Japanese beef teriyaki and finish with sweet Japanese melon and ice cream.

For reservations, please contact Wasabi Bistro at 03-2179 8886 or email dass@wasabibistro.com. For the full menus for the Washoku Brunch, please click here.



Pork-free.

Location: Wasabi Bistro, Level P1, Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 50088 Kuala Lumpur.

Tel: 03-2179 8886

GPS Coordinates: 3.155514, 101.711555

Website: https://www.mandarinoriental.com/kuala-lumpur/petrona-towers/fine-dining/restaurants/japanese-cuisine/wasabi-bistro



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