Hachiban Izakaya — Gurney, Penang

About

Japanese izakaya-style restaurant on Jalan Kelawai near Gurney serving a broad menu of Japanese comfort dishes and small plates: yakitori skewers, gyoza, karaage chicken, tonkatsu, takoyaki, and Japanese-style curry. Popular for group gatherings and after-work drinks. Non-halal (serves alcohol and pork). Weekday and weekend hours with lunch and dinner sittings. Reviews mention salmon sashimi.