SAMURAI BOWL - COLOMBO STREET

Absolutely loved the food! It’s a hearty meal. The ramen is delicious and I’d recommend this place especially this winter. Came in at around 3 and there wasn’t anyone so it felt so warm inside while it was raining outside. They also got high chairs for toddlers which is handy and mangas (that’s only if you can read Japanese characters tho😄)

Berleen G

Had the pleasure of returning to Samurai Bowl for dinner with my 10-year-old this evening, and we absolutely loved it! The girl who took our order was super friendly and really knowledgeable about the menu, which made the experience even better. The food is hearty and wholesome, with a genuine home-style Japanese feel. I would definitely recommend this place over the overpriced spots where you only get a few mouthfuls before your plate is empty. If you go, try the katsu chicken with Japanese curry—it's a must! *Edit* I've just read some other reviews and I'm surprised, I certainly had a good experience, I hope they keep the service up

Paul Wilson

We used to love coming here. But it has changed a lot, there might be an ownership change or something, the beautiful Japanese poem on the wall and comic books on the shelves are all gone, replaced with white bland walls. The food was not as good neither. I used to love the gyu dons, but honestly I was so disappointed this time- the flavour simply wasn’t the same. And very small portion size.

Tracy D

One of the tastiest and affordable Japanese eateries in the city centre. I always try to dine here at least once everytime I visit Christchurch. Love their gyudon, karaage and spicy miso ramen.

Yen Zen Huang