Hidden away obscurely on Russel Street, Izakaya den is an incredibly stylish and modern looking venue with a lengthy bar that seems to go on forever.
The decor is minimalist and the menus projected on the wall add to its Japanese flair, which just emphasizes style and function. Not to mention it's small but well organised open kitchen where the many chefs prepare your meals right before your eyes. Nothing is more reassuring than knowing the kitchen has nothing to hide.
Moving onto the food!
These are scallops with garlic butter and soy
Gotzinger Pork sausages
Wagyu beef with a side of pickled cauliflower
Spicy Tuna Tataki (I LOVE TUNA)
Duck Liver Parfait with Crispy Wonton skin
Sweet Japanese Pumpkin Creme Brulee
Everything was delicious and cooked to perfection. The scallops were succulent, the meat well cooked and properly rested, everything just bursting with flavour. My only fault would be that there wasn't enough wonton skin for the duck liver!
I washed our meal down with a lovely glass of Umeshu and Matcha tea, one of the few selections on their extensive drinks list. I highly recommend this place but try to go on a quiet night as they don't take bookings and the place can fill up fast.
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