ISHIN JAPANESE @ Old Klang Road

Contributed by Yvonne Chow: ISHIN JAPANESE DINING

Ishin Japanese Dining

No. 202, Persiaran Klang
Batu 3 3/4,
Off Jalan Kelang Lama
58000 Kuala Lumpur
Tel : +60 3 7980 8228
Fax: +60 3 7981 0011
Operating hours for;
Lunch 12pm - 3pm
Dinner 6pm - 10.30pm
For reservation please call +60 12 268 3576

ISHIN is a Japanese restaurant serving genuine Japanese and Kaiseki style cuisines that are cooked to order. Meals freshly using ingredient imported from Japan's famous Tsukiji market with the finest ingredients of the season, meals are prepare freshly using ingredient imported from Japan's famous Tsukiji market with the finest ingredients of the season.

ISHIN special 8 courses dinner that reflects the changing season in Japan. Other than raw fishes, we also have other delightful menu items specially cater for those who preferred the conventional cooking style that are sure to get your taste buds going. Outdoor seating available if you want to enjoy your meal in the beautiful outdoors. Chef Q was trained under Master Chef Takao Ando for 14 years and acclaimed to be his best protégé. He has worked in numerous 5 stars international hotels, with 19 years of experience under his belt, Chef Q is sure to bring you excellent quality Japanese cuisine at ISHIN. You will be dazzled by his creation and choicest ingredient air flown from Japan.

Kaiseki is a traditional multi-course Japanese dinner. It is a type of art form that balances the taste, texture, appearance, and colors of food. To this end, only fresh seasonal ingredients are used and are prepared in ways that aim to enhance their flavor. Local ingredients are often included as well. Finished dishes are carefully presented on plates that are chosen to enhance both the appearance and the seasonal theme of the meal. Dishes are beautifully arranged and garnished, often with real leaves and flowers, as well as edible garnishes designed to resemble natural plants and animals.

Old Klang Road, there are so many places to eat at in that bustling area. ISHIN is a stand-alone double storey building located in Old Klang Road on the left side if you’re driving from the direction of Midvalley or Federal Highway towards Old Klang Road with it’s own parking space available for it’s patrons. The interior is quite cozy with the upstairs catering more towards large group/families while the ground floor is catered to individuals or couples. There’s a bar area where you can watch the chefs prepare the sushi as you ordered them so for those of you who want to watch their meal made fresh before devouring, that’s the place to seat. Victor Lim, managing director of iProp Realty Sdn. Bhd. and an established property columnist.

You can choose from a large selection of a la carte dishes, or opt for a tailor made Kaiseki Style Menu.

That evening, we were to sample Ishin’s Kaiseki Style Menu, a traditional multi course Japanese dinner, using only fresh, seasonal ingredients prepared simply to enhance natural flavours. Trying to build a reputation for Kaiseki, the chef will oblige to serve for anything between RM100 onwards for a complete dinner and RM50-RM80 for a quick lunch.

Salmon Sashimi, RM6.00 is slightly chilled and cooling when you bite into it even after rounds of photo taking. Best of all, its served with freshly grated wasabi! Both Salmon Sashimi & Sashimi Salad was well presented and tasted good

Agedashi Tofu, RM3.00

I also have a thing for Soft Shell Crab, RM6.00 so I ordered the Soft Shell Crab Tempura, crunchy on the outside and juicy on the inside.

3 mini Chawanmushi, RM12 for the 3, looks artistic in their eggshells and tasted good as well

Grilled Eel with Sweet Sauce

Shio Gindara, or grilled cod fish

Shishamo or Grilled Capeline, RM15.00

Sashimi Shrimp with Japanese soya sauce and freshly grated wasabi, Oooh Heaven!

Cheese Grilled Oyster

Cheese Grilled Half Shell Scallop,RM6.00 each beautifully prepared and not rubbery when bitten.

Cheese Grilled Prawn

3 Kind Nigiri, RM8.00 a good combination of freshly sliced fishes Salmon, Maguro and Butter Fish prepared fresh, fishes at the bar top all just arrived this morning and no fishy smell at all

3 Flavor Mochi Ice, RM8.00

Grilled Giant Cuttlefish with Teriyaki Sauce, RM30