Kampai - Japanese restaurant in New Delhi - New Delhi, India

Kampai: Where Japanese and Asian Cuisine Reach New Heights in Aerocity, Delhi! Get Ready to Savor Sushi Sensations, Wok Wonders, and Umami Delights that Will Leave Your Taste Buds Dancing with Joy! Say Konnichiwa to Culinary Excellence and Experience Food Fusion like Never Before. It's Time to Indulge in Kampai's Pan-Asian Paradise!"

Wow! I usually eat fish but I told myself I would stick to a vegetarian diet while in India so I ordered the veg dynamite roll. Honestly it was one of the best sushi rolls I've ever had! I was so surprised that a sushi roll without fish could taste so good! All of the veggies complimented each other well and the cream cheese put it all together. The soy sesame sauce they serve on the side is incredible and the ginger is extra spicy just like traditional Indian ginger. 5/5 stars. It was a little on the pricey side but it's a very upscale restaurant. An 8 piece sushi roll was about 1200 rupees. (I got takeout so the attached photo is from my hotel)

Much over rated and over priced. But definitely no harm trying your hand. We were not all that impressed, however liking towards a particular cuisine is never standardized. The staff was good and welcoming. Be careful about ordering, gravy is separate.

Everything was great except for the scallop nigiri but maybe I'm just used to Aussie Scallops. My fave was the edamame truffle money bag, they were so goooood! The only other critique would be that the food is very pricey.

Pros 1. Location 2. Ambience Cons 1. The food is below average. 2. Quite Expensive. 3. Very little portion size. 4. Staff is not welcoming and congenial.

In this blog post, I cover Kampai, a modern, authentic Japanese restaurant located in Worldmark 1, Aerocity, New Delhi. Did you know that last year Tokyo (Japan) was named the city with the most Michelin star restaurants? According to the 2019 Michelin Guide, Tokyo had a whopping 308 Michelin stars distributed on 230 restaurants. Japan's capital holds the rare distinction of being the most Michelin-starred city in the world, a crown it has held for 13 consecutive years. My fascination with authentic Japanese food and drinks started in 2007, with a maiden trip to Tokyo. Since then, I must have reviewed over a dozen Japanese restaurants back home. And even though I don't consider myself an expert in Japanese cuisine, I certainly know a LOT more now! Last month I reviewed a new authentic Japanese restaurant in Delhi called Kampai. The brainchild of restaurateur and entrepreneur Avantika Sinha, Kampai is a quaint lil 70-seater restaurant and bar in Worldmark 1, Aerocity, spread over 2,400 square feet. In a short time, Kampai has become quite the rage. According to the executive chef, Nitin Bhardwaj, 80% of the guests who visit Kampai are Japanese. Food Kampai takes a contemporary twist on the traditional Japanese Izakaya style of informal eating and drinking. The menu is elaborate, consisting of Japanese specialties like Sushi, Sashimi, Ramen, Tempura, Yakitori, Udon, Katsu, Tepanyaki, and so on! Combining fresh ingredients with a creative interpretation of traditional Japanese cuisine, Chef Nitin brings you a carefully curated selection, employing East-meets-West culinary techniques. Casting a spin on classic Japanese dishes with creative and artfully curated food, Chef Nitin introduces you to innovative signature dishes like the Black Cod Miso, Tantan Men Ramen, Maguro Katsu Maki Roll, Brie Cheese Tempura with Miso Fig dressing, Pork Belly marinated in Honey Soy Jam, Salmon and Avocado Tartare, Lamb Chops in Miso Butter, Ome-Rice (Fried Rice wrapped in cooked Egg Omelet), and Edamame, amongst others. Seafood lovers should make sure to try the Aburi Salmon Roll, Spicy Tuna Roll, or Soft Shell Crab Roll (a.k.a. Spider Roll). Drinks Pair your favorite food with some incredible cocktails made with indigenous ingredients like Sansho, Japanese pepper, and Yuzu, a Japanese citrus lemon. Chief Mixologist Niladri Sarkar is at the helm of affairs behind Kampai's fully-equipped 18-foot bar, offering a wide range of Japanese sakes, champagnes, whiskey, cocktails, beers, and carefully-selected wines from different regions of the world. The bar, with its unique projection mapping in the background, is unlike any other I've seen in recent times. With projections of Tokyo skyline and other beautiful elements from Japan, there is never a dull moment here. I loved the Yuzu Sour, a new interpretation of the evergreen Whisky Sour, made from Yuzu, Sansho, and Sphere Ice Mold. Other winners were the Wasabi Martini, Kyoto Dreams, Ginza Mist, and so on! You can request Niladri to create a custom cocktail based on your unique flavor profile and choice of ingredients such as Sake, Shochu, Wasabi, and Pickled Ginger. Decor In addition to the food and drinks, the understated yet sophisticated ambiance of Kampai is quite a fresh respite from the ordinary. Particular emphasis is given to the interiors to complement the delectable cuisine. The restaurant is segregated into sections, each depicting a different season in Japan. From Japan's freezing winters to colorful springs when cherry blossoms dot the landscape, the depiction has been beautifully executed via the colors of the walls, the difference in the ceilings, unique laser cut panels, and projections. Kampai, with its subtle colors and ambiance, is truly a relaxing and rejuvenating space that transports you to modern-day Tokyo! Overall, Kampai has the scope of becoming one of the most revered authentic Japanese restaurants in Delhi.

I had a good experience in this hotel...it has a very awesome vibe with delicious food...the sushi platter I ate in the hotel was just like a heaven to me..u may visit this hotell

KAMPAI meaning "Cheers" in Japanese language is actually a truly calm & blissful place whose interiors have the power the rejuvenate you just as soon as you enter through its doors. The restaurant is dimly lit & is beautifully adorned with a Sakura flowers arrangement hanging from the roof and a graceful mural of a smiling Japanese lady. The place has an admirable large bar that houses top range liquors & liqueurs which can be had on its own or even mixed as famous cocktails! In case your planning to visit in a large group like we did, pleas have the private dining area or tatami areas booked in advance which houses 10 people at a go & one can comfortably enjoy their food while sitting cross-legged on the wooden seating that are placed on the floor. We begin our meal with the Yaki Buta Baraniku (Braised pork belly with honey soya jam, miso sauce), Sweet potato Croquettes, Chirashi Seafood Salad with a round of cocktails. I must the say that pork belly dish is one of the best dishes to wake up your taste buds. It's complete winner for me amongst the other two dishes and I couldn't help but order another serving of the same while having my main course too. I had ordered a Yuzu Senso Sour which was a fruity version of the whisky sour and it quite complemented the taste of the Pork belly. Next up were a round of dimsums which consisted of the - Waterchestnut Goat cheese & Spinach option, Ginger Lamb & Black Bean, Prawn & Garlic Chive Siu Mai. The prawn one ruled the palate here while the vegetarian option is one of my personal favorites due to presence of goat cheese. Followed by a round of sushis with Crunch Veg Rolls, Caterpillar Rolls, Spicy Salmon Special roll & ebi tempuras. Being a group of 10 these were all quickly gulped by us and all of us being pure Asians actually devoured each to it's last bite. I was highly surprised by the Caterpillar option which was an avocado wrapped Sushi which was not only charming to look at but also quite spirited to taste. Was slightly disappointed with the wasabi though since it tasted more like a paste rather than its natural flavor but the soy sauce & sliced ginger made up for it. The Shikoku Daiquiri was the cocktail that made it all the more special because of the presence of the Siracha in it. In the main course I just wanted to turn my focus on the Miso Ramen & Tori Katsu Curry Rice rather the the noodles since it's always too delectable in this type of Asian cuisine. The ramen which was miso broth with minced chicken, bamboo shoots, an half boiled soya egg & some veggies was highly piquant and quite cumbersome. The katsu Curry with it's crunch panko crusted chicken with an authentic Japanese curry & stick rice was totally irresistible and in no time I was through both of them. Service is a little slow here due to the high quality of food served so it would be great if you pre-order the food all at one go. However, the staff is too humble and their smiles would actually make you feel stress free all the time while you enjoy on the glorious food. Our food routine concluded with Yuzu Cheese Cake & Matcha Tiramisu which were a gracious way to end a lovely afternoon.