Hôntô

From the minds who brought us the vibrancy and cacophony of the overgrown Longtime laneway, Hôntô might just be this city’s best and most modern Japanese restaurant.

Their dark and shadowy digs harbour the elusive ÔÔ cocktail lounge, and an all black dining area lit only by the light from the open kitchens. Their menu breaks down into raw starters, smaller bites that let you build a meal that samples everything, and big plates that are features of their own like the whole fish karaage.

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