Imagine dining amid an elegant Japanese winery, savouring sizzling dishes served straight from a charcoal grill while watching the chef cooking in action... you can get it all at Makoto.

Dedicated to robatayaki, or Japanese charcoal grilling, Makoto is amongst the most captivating Japanese restaurants in town. Its Japanese winery-esque interior is definitely worth a visit in its own right. The restaurant boasts a grand bar for palatable feasts of robatayaki, where patrons can catch the chef in action.

The Freshest of Freshness
Robatayaki originates from simple beach restaurants where fishermen cooked their daily catch over an open fire. “The essence of robatayaki are really really fresh produce from local fishermen, so we only source the freshest ingredients from the best of suppliers in Japan,” states Makoto's Shop Owner David Wong, “and the food will speak for itself.”

Indeed, Makoto’s signature grilled fish wrapped in kombu is something to die for. Served with just a pinch of salt and pepper, you can really taste the freshness and the subtle umami of the ingredients. Their toro dish is also a must-try. Every piece of fatty tuna belly meat served is imported from the noted tuna supplier Mikado, whose tuna is consistently prized for exquisite quality. “We believe the food lovers in Hong Kong have the sensibility to truly appreciate what our robatayaki has to offer,” enthuses David.

Attentive Service at its Best
For those who prefer a bit more peace and quiet, the restaurant also offers private tables and private room. And every table, private or not, is thoughtfully equipped with a service alert button to keep attentive service handy without being intruding, making patrons feel very comfortable. The staff even makes the effort to bring you a new cup of hot tea every 15-20 minutes, so each sip of tea is fresh and at the perfect drinking temperature.

With the flames and smoke, the chef’s spectacular action and the food char grilled to perfection, Makoto will make your next hotspot.