Lan Kwai Fong fixture Tokio Joe has wrapped up its latest revamp, having operated in the party district since its debut in 1995. Named after notorious Japanese-American gangster Ken Eto, the restaurant channels its namesake into a new look inspired by Japanese gambling dens and the speakeasy format. The dark wood interior is now home to antiques sourced from Japan, such as a working vintage Pachinko machine, 1960s speakers and vinyl records, while a soundtrack of mid-century blues and jazz adds to the allure of the dining experience.
The menu marks a shift towards omakase cuisine both with an expansion of its omakase seating, as well as the appointment of five dedicated omakase chefs, each of whom will oversee the meal from beginning to end. Meanwhile, on the à la carte menu, dishes to look out for include the LKF Roll, comprising sea urchin and salmon roe, and topped with steamed lobster and chu-toro tuna; Joe’s New Zealand Lamb Fumi, grilled and served with wasabi soy sauce; an