Ka-EN Japanese Grill & Sushi Bar - Japanese restaurant in Thao Dien, District 2, Ho Chi Minh City
About This Place
Ka-EN sits on Xuân Thủy, one of Thảo Điền's busier thoroughfares, and its dual identity as both a grill and sushi bar sets it apart from the neighborhood's more narrowly focused Japanese spots. The name itself gestures at fire — kaen (火炎) translates loosely as flame — which frames the grill side of the menu as the conceptual anchor, with sushi and raw preparations rounding out the offering for those who want variety in a single sitting. A 4.7 across 169 Google reviews puts it among the more consistently rated Japanese restaurants in the district, suggesting the kitchen holds its standard across both the lunch and dinner rush rather than coasting on a single daypart. Service runs a split shift — 10 AM to 2:30 PM, then 5 PM through the evening — with Friday and Saturday nights extending to 11 PM, making it one of the few Japanese options in Thảo Điền with meaningful late capacity on weekends. The format draws a mix of expat regulars looking for a reliable grill fix and couples treating the evening meal as an event rather than a refuel stop. For visitors weighing it against the sushi-only or ramen-focused alternatives nearby, the grill component provides a reason to linger rather than turn tables quickly.
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Frequently Asked
- Where is Ka-EN Japanese Grill & Sushi Bar located in Thao Dien?
- Ka-EN Japanese Grill & Sushi Bar is located at 122 Xuân Thủy, An Khánh, Hồ Chí Minh 700000, Vietnam. It is situated in the Thao Dien neighborhood of District 2 (Thu Duc City), Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
- What is Ka-EN Japanese Grill & Sushi Bar known for?
- Ka-EN Japanese Grill & Sushi Bar is a japanese restaurant in Thao Dien known for japanese grill, sushi bar, dual lunch and dinner service, extended friday and saturday hours. It has a 4.7 rating based on 185 reviews.
- What are the opening hours of Ka-EN Japanese Grill & Sushi Bar?
- Ka-EN Japanese Grill & Sushi Bar is typically open 10 AM–2:30 PM, 5–10 PM (Monday). Hours may vary by day, so checking the latest hours before visiting is recommended.
- Does Ka-EN Japanese Grill & Sushi Bar accept reservations?
- Yes, you can contact Ka-EN Japanese Grill & Sushi Bar to make a reservation by calling +84 28 3868 8813. It is recommended to book in advance, especially for weekend dining.
- How expensive is Ka-EN Japanese Grill & Sushi Bar?
- Ka-EN Japanese Grill & Sushi Bar is considered moderately priced for the Thao Dien area. It is a popular japanese restaurant suitable for date night, group dinner, friday night out.
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