Hotpot with a twist

The dining area at Hagaki.[Photo provided to China Daily]

ncountered another local adaptation. We were served a fusion of sushi devised by the restaurant chefs: the Wangjing roll, which is made of marinated tuna with Korean chili sauce and kimchi, topped with tuna and tobiko. It is an interesting combination, a bit spicy, finishing really fresh in the mouth.

The relaxed ambiance at Hagaki is accented by welcoming staff. The server for our table was very attentive even though the restaurant was packed with other dinners. Our rice tea and seafood sukiyaki broth were both refilled regularly throughout the meal.

If you are not a fan of seafood, consider a great All-You-Can-Eat promotion called Cook to Order at Hagaki, available every Saturday and Sunday all day. Paying only 238 yuan with 15 percent service charge per person, you could order as much as you like.

And if you don't feel like sitting down, and prefer take-away, it can also be fast and fun, with bento boxes on offer.

Besides its higher-end mains and sashimi, Hakagi offers an extensive selection of small plates, rice, noodles, salad, nigiri, hand rolls, classic maki, and desserts. For example, fried udon with sauteed vegetables and pork (35 yuan) can be a good choice for a fast lunch on workdays.