Harden's survey result
Summary
Backed by a national group also operating till recently in London’s St James’s, this rather ambitious Japanese near the Assembly Rooms is said to be “a cut above others locally” by its advocates. There was steady all-round praise (albeit from a small fan club) for its mix of sushi and sashimi, plus many robata-grilled dishes including wagyu steaks and black cod. Puddings include Black Truffle Chocolate Torte, so it’s not necessarily one for the purists.
Summary
This upscale Japanese three-year-old near the Assembly Rooms draws its name from the 19th-century author Kanagaki Robun, who introduced barbecued food to Japan – and is all about the robata grill. Not everyone is convinced of its authenticity, but the “good-value” and “beautifully presented fish bento box lunch” won raves, with “every element carefully crafted in the best Japanese tradition” (the full menu including sushi and sashimi, tempura, gyoza and a dainty afternoon tea).
Summary
Too limited feedback for a rating, but that which we received is promising on this central Japanese two-year-old, which – as well as offering sushi – specialises in Yakiniku, which is cooking over charcoal (it’s named for the Japanese food writer who introduced western-style BBQ into Japan in the 1870s).
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4 Princes Building, George Street, Bath, BA1 2ED
Restaurant details
Prices
| Availability | 2 courses | 3 courses |  |
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| Lunch | £35.00 |  |
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Traditional European menu
| Starter | Main | Pudding |
|---|---|---|
| £6.80 | £23.50 | £9.50 |
| Drinks |
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| Wine per bottle | £32.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £3.00 |
| Extras |
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| Service | 12.50% |
4 Princes Building, George Street, Bath, BA1 2ED
Opening hours
| Monday | 12 pm‑11 pm |
| Tuesday | 12 pm‑11 pm |
| Wednesday | 12 pm‑11 pm |
| Thursday | 12 pm‑11 pm |
| Friday | 12 pm‑11 pm |
| Saturday | 12 pm‑11 pm |
| Sunday | 12 pm‑11 pm |
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