I first visited this difficult-to-book, sake-focused Japanese restaurant, Godenya, in 2022. Our friends Growing Boy and his wife "Foursheets", who love this place, invited us to join them one day. I fell in love with the restaurant, as it really felt like I was transported to Japan for a few hours.
Last spring, we immediately jumped at the chance to return when they invited us to join them again.
Sake Adventure
Godenya is known for its sake, so enjoying their sake to pair with the food is a must. Below are the two bottles of sake we enjoyed with our tasting menu.
A Taste of Spring in Japan
General Thoughts - Godenya Hong Kong
Going to Godenya is like flying to Japan for a few hours. You really feel like you've entered another world. The chef is Japanese, the ingredients are mostly Japanese, and the whole environment feels like Japan. The food is excellent, and I've enjoyed every single meal I've had there.
I am posting this a bit late - almost a year since I had the meal. I'm very thankful that my dining companion, Growing Boy, so diligently writes up all his meals in a very timely fashion. Reading his post of the same meal helped me remember my own impressions as well.
I do highly recommend this restaurant! It is a slice of Japan right inside Hong Kong!
Godenya Hong Kong
182 Wellington Street (upper G/F)
Central, HONG KONG
