Hakataya - Edinburgh
Hakataya
Description
Step down the alley off Rose Street and find Hakataya, a cosy, chef‑driven Japanese bar where broths are soulful, sushi is thoughtfully plated and every bowl tells a story. Specialties like a silky tonkotsu and a fiercely spicy Hell Ramen sit alongside fresh sashimi, temaki and a curated A5 Wagyu option—perfect for a special night.
Hakataya keeps its menu focused so each dish lands with precision: expect attentive, sake‑savvy service, clear vegetarian choices, and quick, reliable lunch service. Book ahead to secure a snug table in this little New Town treasure.
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Reviews praise Hakataya's tonkotsu ramen, friendly service and cosy atmosphere; some guests note occasional inconsistency, small portions and premium prices.
One the evening of our first day in Edinburgh we decided to have supper before going back to our hotel and saw a sign for this restaurant.
The Hakataya is a small little restaurant a few steps away from the beaten track.
I came into Edinburgh during the 6 Nations Rugby tournament so everything was completely packedI was tired and just wanted to eat and maybe take a nap.
I wish I had taken better photos, but I was in a rush to eat! We came across this place via a video we saw on tiktok, and wow, it did not disappoint! HAKATAYA has an amazing lunch menu, with a variety of ramens to choose from. My partner attempted the Hell Ramen, and it is as spicy as it says it is. We got some sushi on the side, and it was fresh and delicious! The food comes in quickly, even with a full house. The server was friendly and polite. We can't wait to return! Meal type: Lunch Price per person: £10–20 Food: 5 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 4
Wonderful intimate authentic Japanese restaurant well located in a little alley off Rose St . We booked as was suggested by reviewers and enjoyed good friendly service and great food choices . We particularly enjoyed the sashimi scallop, miso black cod and the teriyaki salmon dishes . Recommend you book so you don’t miss out !! Meal type: Dinner Price per person: £40–50 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5
Menu
Ramen
Hokkaido Miso Ramen With Chashu PorkHokkaido Miso Rich miso‐based stock + noodles; topped + 3 slices of melt‐in‐the mouth pork; marinated half egg; bean sprouts. corn; butter & spring onions.
£14Chef Special
Salmon Tartar Futomaki RollMinced salmon; ichimi chili; cucumber & leek in futomaki.
£7
Searing CaliforniaSeared Salmon + Teriyaki sauce; Avocado & Crab Stick (very popular)
£12Noodles
Yakisoba (Egg Noodle Contains Wheat)Classic Japanese street food. Stir fry noodles + vegetables; & it's seasoned + a sweet savory sauce.
£14Maki (6 Pieces)
Scallop Tobiko Maki(6 Pieces)
£7Starters
Japanese French Fries (V)£6
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Many locals time visits around nearby theatre nights—Hakataya's compact kitchen hits its stride when service is busy, so the restaurant often produces its most consistent, buzzing meals during peak evenings. If you're planning a special treat (Wagyu or a sake pairing), a quick call ahead can help secure limited items.
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