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Westside - Hinoki & The Bird restaurant
6.9

Hinoki & The Bird

  • Westside
  • $$$$
  • Fusion
  • Upscale
  • Food
    great
  • Vibe
    great
  • Perks
    great

Food: Distinct dishes, muted flavors

People flock to Hinoki & The Bird for the Blackened Cod and Hinoki Scented Cod. These dishes resonate with an astounding balance of flavours. However, the euphoria descends when it comes to taste, where many find the dishes to be underwhelming and overpriced. The limited variety and smaller portion sizes further contribute to the dissatisfaction.

  • Very Creative

    Unique, inventive dishes with bold, unforgettable flavors and presentation.

  • Okay Taste

    Food is a mix of hits and misses, with some dishes being memorable.

  • Bad Variety

    Menu hit or miss, sometimes limited and lacking variety or certain dishes.

Top 3 dishes at Hinoki & The Bird

  1. 1

    Blackened Cod 🏆

    Melts in mouth, perfectly cooked, with a delicate, buttery, and rich flavor.

    Blackened Cod dish
  2. 2

    HINOKI SCENTED COD

    Perfectly cooked, tender black cod with beautifully balanced hinoki aroma.

    HINOKI SCENTED COD dish
  3. 3

    Salmon

    Salmon is often described as perfectly cooked with great texture and flavor.

    Salmon dish

Vibe: Scintillating ambiance

People are in awe of the ambiance at Hinoki & The Bird, praising its cozy, intimate and trendy ambiance consistently. The live music is noted to be a cherry on top that enhances the atmosphere, while the patio view colludes with the music to create a truly mesmerizing environment. It's hailed as a hip spot that provides balanced, artisanal cocktails, ideal for couples seeking an intimate dining experience.

  • Great Buzz

    Frequently highlighted as a trendy, hip, and vibrant destination with great vibes.

Perks: Irritating parking, intrusive noise

Parking at the restaurant may prove a tiresome ordeal which unfortunately adds to the ambience's already loud noise level, making conversations nearly impossible. Despite reservations, guests have experienced long waits and poor management. On a positive note, large groups find accommodation easy and the outdoor seating an uplifting experience.

  • Great Outdoor

    Spacious, comfortable, beautifully decorated outdoor patio enhances dining experience.

  • Okay For Kids

    Kid-friendly with lots of children, but no specific amenities mentioned.

  • Hard To Reserve

    Long wait times despite reservations; poor management of booking system.