5 Japanese Dishes You Have to Try at Yakinori (Even If You’re New to Japanese Food)
1️⃣ Chicken Katsu Curry 🍛
Let’s start strong. This one’s an icon.
Crispy breaded chicken, served over fluffy steamed rice, with rich, savoury Japanese curry poured on top.
✅ Halal-friendly
✅ Comfort food level: 1000
✅ Pairs perfectly with an ice-cold Ramune
💬 “It’s like a hug in a bowl — spicy, crunchy, saucy, and ridiculously satisfying.”
2️⃣ Kokanatsu Curry 🌴🥥
Something a little different — and a lot delicious.
Our Kokanatsu Curry is a creamy coconut Japanese curry that brings a tropical twist to the classic.
Available with:
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Halal Chicken Katsu
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Tofu Katsu
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Or as a vegan-friendly option
Think comforting warmth with a hint of sweetness and spice — the kind of meal that surprises you in the best way.
🥥 “Coconut lovers, this is your time to shine.”
3️⃣ Yakinori Signature Ramen 🍜
A hot, steamy bowl of goodness — filled with noodles, broth, and your choice of topping.
Go spicy, go classic, go all in.
Try:
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Spicy Chicken Ramen (halal)
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Yasai Tofu Ramen (vegetarian-friendly)
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Chilli Beef Ramen (rich and bold)
🍲 Whether it’s raining or just a long day, ramen fixes everything.
4️⃣ Cooked Chicken Sushi Rolls 🍗🍣
Not into raw fish? No stress.
Our cooked chicken sushi rolls are the perfect intro to sushi — tasty, halal, and Instagram-worthy.
Options include:
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Crispy Chicken Rolls
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Teriyaki Chicken Rolls
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Katsu Chicken Uramaki
Pairs well with soy sau
ce, ginger, and a cheeky bit of wasabi (if you dare).
5️⃣ Gyoza Dumplings 🥟
Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside.
Our Japanese pan-fried dumplings are stuffed with flavour and make the ultimate starter or snack.
Available as:
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Chicken Gyoza
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Veggie Gyoza
Dip. Crunch. Repeat.
🎉 Bonus: Don’t Forget Dessert
You didn’t think we’d let you leave without something sweet, right?
Try our:
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Mochi Ice Cream
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Dorayaki Pancakes
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Matcha Cheesecake
Perfect to cool things down after your katsu-fueled food coma.
📍 Find Us in Birmingham, Solihull or Bristol
Whether you’re a local or just passing through, pop into one of our locations and discover fresh, halal-friendly Japanese food that hits every craving.