Shamoji Robata Yaki - Japanese Izakaya - Japanese restaurant in Thao Dien, District 2, Ho Chi Minh City
About This Place
Shamoji Robata Yaki occupies a spot on Xuân Thủy where the cooking format does most of the talking. Robatayaki — the Japanese tradition of grilling over a live charcoal hearth — is baked into the restaurant's identity, and the izakaya structure around it means the menu spans small plates and drinks designed to be ordered across a long, unhurried evening. With 372 Google reviews settled at 4.1 stars, the place has built a consistent following in a neighborhood that has no shortage of Japanese options. What distinguishes it from the quieter, more polished Japanese restaurants in Thao Dien is the format itself: izakayas are built around table-sharing and repeat ordering rather than a single composed meal, which tends to draw a louder, more social crowd. The kitchen runs two shifts daily — lunch through 2 PM, then dinner from 5 PM closing at midnight — making it one of the later options in the area for Japanese food. Saturday service starts at 10 AM, a half-hour earlier than weekdays, accommodating a brunch crowd that the split schedule elsewhere doesn't cater to. The address on Xuân Thủy puts it within easy reach of the residential density that fills this part of Thảo Điền, drawing both the expat population that gravitates toward Japanese dining and Vietnamese diners familiar with the izakaya format from travel or Ho Chi Minh City's growing category of Japanese casual restaurants. For anyone who wants charcoal-grilled food and the flexibility to linger over drinks past 11 PM, the options in Thao Dien narrow considerably.
What to order at Shamoji Robata Yaki - Japanese Izakaya
Seafood Kimchi Hotpot
1.0M VND
Savor fresh seafood flavors.
Japanese Beef Organ Hotpot with Miso Broth Large
862k VND
Savory Japanese beef hot pot with rich miso broth.
Spicy Squid Hotpot
829k VND
Delicious spicy squid hot pot with fresh seafood!
Garlic sauce crab
754k VND
Savory crab with rich garlic sauce.
Crayfish in garlic sauce
754k VND
Fresh prawns with garlic sauce, rich flavor.
Full menu below · prices in VND.
Visiting Shamoji Robata Yaki - Japanese Izakaya
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Menu starts from: 16k VND, based on 100 priced items on the public menu.
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Reservations: Call +84 1900 066890 to book — recommended for weekend dining.
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Best for: date night, group dinner, late-night dining, after-work drinks.
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Delivery: Listed on GrabFood.
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Food
Sashimi Assortment
Rice Dish with Salmon Roe and Fried Appetizers
Grilled Fish
Drinks
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Frequently Asked
- Where is Shamoji Robata Yaki - Japanese Izakaya located in Thao Dien?
- Shamoji Robata Yaki - Japanese Izakaya is located at 59 Xuân Thủy, An Khánh, Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam. It is situated in the Thao Dien neighborhood of District 2 (Thu Duc City), Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
- What is Shamoji Robata Yaki - Japanese Izakaya known for?
- Shamoji Robata Yaki - Japanese Izakaya is a japanese restaurant in Thao Dien known for robata yaki charcoal grilling, izakaya-style dining, late-night kitchen until midnight, lunch and dinner split service. It has a 4.1 rating based on 373 reviews.
- What are the opening hours of Shamoji Robata Yaki - Japanese Izakaya?
- Shamoji Robata Yaki - Japanese Izakaya is typically open 10:30 AM–2 PM, 5 PM–12 AM (Monday). Hours may vary by day, so checking the latest hours before visiting is recommended.
- Does Shamoji Robata Yaki - Japanese Izakaya accept reservations?
- Yes, you can contact Shamoji Robata Yaki - Japanese Izakaya to make a reservation by calling +84 1900 066890. It is recommended to book in advance, especially for weekend dining.
- How expensive is Shamoji Robata Yaki - Japanese Izakaya?
- Shamoji Robata Yaki - Japanese Izakaya is considered moderately priced for the Thao Dien area. It is a popular japanese restaurant suitable for date night, group dinner, late-night dining.
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