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So Restaurant

So Japanese Private Dining

Authentic Japanese restaurant
$$
4.4(Asian Rating, 34.8% of reviews)

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Restaurant Summary (AI Digest)
Overall
Foie Gras Dishes (14)
Authenticity (12)
Positive Service (10)
Freshness & Quality (8)

Praised Dishes

🍚

"Highly praised for its exceptional tenderness and deliciousness, often considered a must-try dish."

15
🍣

"Consistently praised for freshness and quality, a staple enjoyed by many."

5
🍽️

"Recognized as a divine and flavorful dish, often compared favorably to Nobu's version."

5
🐷

"Celebrated for its incredibly crispy coating and perfectly cooked, tender pork."

5
🍤

"Appreciated for their large size, light and crispy batter, and hot dipping sauce."

3

Dishes to Consider

🥣

"Criticized for being expensive and lacking flavor."

3
🍽️

"Described as overpriced for the quantity."

2
🥩

"Criticized for being greasy, small in portion, and overpriced."

2
🍽️

"Considered overpriced for the portion size and quality."

2
🍚

"Found to be ordinary and not as good as other options."

1

Service Experience Summary

Food

Dishes are frequently described as authentic, delicious, and fresh. Standout items include foie gras rice, black cod, unagi (eel), tempura, wagyu beef, and sushi/sashimi.

Some reviewers found portions small for the price, and a few experienced issues with food quality (stale sashimi, oily beef, unpleasant smell from foie gras). Concerns were raised about price versus quality.

Service Quality

Staff are consistently praised for being friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. Many reviewers mention the warm hospitality of the owners.

One reviewer reported a lack of apology after a seating issue.

Service Speed

Service is often described as attentive, friendly, and welcoming.

Some reviewers experienced slow service, difficulty getting staff attention, and abrupt service after receiving the bill. One reviewer was refused seating despite a reservation.

Cleanliness

The restaurant is described as spotless.

A serious incident involving mice was reported, raising concerns about hygiene.

Environment

The atmosphere is described as cozy, inviting, and traditional, with a unique Yatai (stall) style seating area. Many appreciate the authentic Japanese ambiance.

Some reviewers noted the restaurant has moved and the new location is not as good as the old one.

Atmosphere

The atmosphere is frequently described as authentic, cozy, and welcoming, reminiscent of dining in Japan.

Ratings

Google Rating

4.5(679 of reviews)

Asian Rating

4.4(34.8% of reviews)

Audience Ratings

🇭🇰

Hong Kong

4.3/5

10.1%

🇨🇳

China

4.4/5

9.8%

🇯🇵

Japan

4.6/5

9.7%

🇸🇬

Singapore

3.5/5

1.7%

🇹🇭

Thailand

4.5/5

1.2%

🇰🇷

South Korea

3.9/5

1.1%

🇹🇼

Taiwan

5.0/5

0.8%

🇻🇳

Vietnam

4.5/5

0.3%

🇲🇾

Malaysia

5.0/5

0.2%

ARS

4.32
Hours

Closed