Sakana Japanese Dining

A good Japanese restaurant, very conveniently located that you can sit outside where it was very quiet and not hot. In principle, a decent menu, everything was fresh, but for some reason the sushi was very small, no, it was tasty but small. They cook quickly, an interesting system of self-ordering. In general, it's good for 4 stars.

We’re big fans of sushi and ramen, so we were excited to try this place. Unfortunately, it didn’t quite meet our expectations. First, the menu was very limited. Perhaps we’re not sushi experts , but compared to other standard sushi restaurants, the variety was disappointing — we simply didn’t have many options to choose from. Second, the taste was underwhelming. The soup was decent compared to the rest of the dishes, but overall, the flavors just didn’t impress us. It’s definitely not a place we’d return to. The environment was okay, and to their credit, the food was delivered to our table very quickly. However, the prices were shockingly high — it was extremely expensive and simply not worth the money. Definitely an OMG moment, but not in a good way.

Dropped by Sakana Japanese Dining with a friend for lunch on a quiet Tuesday afternoon. The place is super convenient—right on the ground floor of Suria KLCC, behind Dome and overlooking the KLCC pool (very close to the Mandarin Oriental). We loved that you could choose to sit inside or go for the al fresco area with a view of the park. Not crowded at all during our visit, which made for a really relaxing meal. This restaurant is very clear about being halal—no pork, no lard, and all the sauces and vinegar are halal-certified (even the mirin and rice vinegar are JAKIM-approved from Japan). The chef, Makoto Saito Sam, has a super impressive background—he’s trained in top places around the world and was even named a Japanese Cuisine Goodwill Ambassador in 2025. He’s managed to keep the menu authentic while making it totally Muslim-friendly. We kept it simple since we’d had a late breakfast: Edamame (RM 15): Classic, lightly salted, and great for snacking while you chat. Salmon Kama (Grilled Fish Collar) (RM 38): Super juicy and flavourful, especially with the lemon and grated radish on the side. Chicken Teriyaki (RM 35): Tender chicken, sweet-savoury glaze, fresh salad on the side—can’t go wrong. Aburi Salmon Nigiri (RM 38): Five pieces, perfectly torched. The fish was so fresh, it basically melted in the mouth. The vibe here is cozy and chill, especially if you can get a seat by the window with the park view. Service was friendly and quick—staff checked in just enough without being overbearing. Nice bonus: if you order a set, you get free refills on miso soup, rice, and onsen egg. Perfect For… This spot is great for family outings, business lunches, or a casual meal with friends. There’s even a private space for bigger groups if you need it. Anything to Improve? The menu’s not huge, and a couple of popular items were out when we were there. It’s also on the pricier side, so maybe save it for a treat or special occasion. Overall Thoughts If you’re after fresh Japanese food, a peaceful spot, and halal assurance, Sakana really delivers. Prices are a bit high and the menu is focused, but the quality and experience make it worth it. Would definitely recommend, especially for anyone looking for authentic Japanese in KL!

Now available at SAKANA, Suria KLCC 🔥 Big flavours in every bite 💖 that’s what this new menu is all about. ✨ What to try: 🔹 Fatty Tuna Handroll – melt-in-your-mouth luxury 🔹 Grilled Unagi Handroll – sweet, smoky perfection 🔹 Salmon Ikura Avocado – creamy + briny with a pop 🔹 Vegetable Handroll – light, fresh, and flavourful 🍜 Spicy Duck Ramen – rich broth, tender duck, slurp-worthy noodles 🍨 Dessert Parfaits: 🍧Matcha Red Bean (earthy + refined) 🍓Strawberry Vanilla (creamy + nostalgic) 🍹 Mocktails you'll love: 🍑Tropical Passionfruit Plum 🍋Yuzu Lemongrass 📍 Suria KLCC, G Floor #SakanaKLCC #SmallBitesBigFlavour #JapaneseDiningKL #LuxuryEats

Tasty Japanese fare. Fresh fish and grilled teriyaki meats. It is on a quiet side of KLCC which is nice.

Always good quality food; love the grilled salted salmon set. The yuzu soft-boiled egg is insanely good (& free refills when you take the set!!).

I had lunch here yesterday and was not impressed. There is nothing quite Japanese about this place. The grilled squid i ordered was way more chewy than a worned out tyre. The Beauty sushi roll was below average....I have tasted way better ones. The ginger and soy sauce they gave was also mediocre at best and the wasabi, meh. So in summary, it is a lack-lustre restaurant with a below average quality of food.

Great dining experience serving authentic japanese cuisine. The seafood is fresh and the dishes have their unique taste. Waiters are very attentive. Atmosphere is peaceful and vibrant, great for social functions or family meal.

Sakana Japanese Dining is a hidden gem! The sushi is incredibly fresh, and the flavors are authentic. Loved the cozy ambiance and friendly service. The salmon sashimi and miso soup were highlights. Highly recommend for a great Japanese dining experience! Will definitely be back.

Food preparation quality and “wholesomeness” is going down the drain everywhere these days in Malaysia. I expect this sort of thing more from the large restaurant groups than a place like this (are you guys also owned by a large group?) but it’s getting more and more the same everywhere now. The seafood noodles was a very refined rendition of a Cantonese style of fried noodles and was good except for the fact that the lettuce inside wasn’t washed. Not only did it smell strongly of chemicals - just taking a good whiff of it made me feel light headed, but there was some gritty teeth damaging soil in it as well. The tofu in the agedashi tofu likewise had a strong chemical stench to it too. Big thumbs down. Service was also a bit of a joke for the price (so what if it’s KLCC? You’re still charging a good premium. There’s still better value to be found elsewhere here): No physical menus and human to human ordering as an alternative to the ubiquitous qr menu and ordering pain in the butt of a system. And then to make matters worse, we were told that “there’s a trip, so we can’t do the fish and chips” and that they can’t do deep fried items, but tempura was ok and the agedashi tofu that was ordered was also ok. Obviously the reason was a bit more specific or something else. How about learning to communicate more effectively and honestly?