Hamataki

Hamataki is a moody, sake-fuelled izakaya where the food is as sharp as the drinks list. Charcoal-grilled seafood and sashimi dominate the menu, but don’t overlook the signature dish: half-cooked lobster with sea urchin that is rich, briny and indulgent. Other highlights include torched flounder, wasabi prawn cakes with avocado and a house-label sake that pairs beautifully with everything. It’s the kind of place you stumble into on a night out and end up staying for hours. Whether you’re here for a quiet dinner or drinks with friends, Hamataki hits the spot with confident cooking and a relaxed, grown-up vibe.