Welcome to IZAKAYA 68 居酒屋
At IZAKAYA 68 居酒屋, we celebrate the essence of Japanese izakaya culture, infusing modern innovation with tradition. Located in Hunt Valley, MD, our restaurant offers a unique dining experience where the delightful flavors of Japan are complemented by robotic service, ensuring a fun and efficient atmosphere. Our diverse menu features hot and cold appetizers, including succulent shrimp tempura and fresh sashimi. Guests rave about the cozy ambiance, artfully designed with Japanese-inspired decor, and the attentive human staff. Every dish is crafted with care, making IZAKAYA 68 a perfect destination for comfort food lovers and culinary adventurers alike.
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100 Shawan Rd suite A, Hunt Valley, MD 21030 Hotline: (443) 318-4609
Welcome to IZAKAYA 68 居酒屋, a unique izakaya experience nestled in the heart of Hunt Valley, Maryland. Located at 100 Shawan Rd, Suite A, this restaurant offers a delightful blend of authentic Japanese cuisine and modern dining elements, perfect for both food enthusiasts and casual diners alike.
What sets IZAKAYA 68 居酒屋 apart is not just the delectable menu but also the innovative dining experience. Patrons can place orders through their smartphones, with friendly robots serving up their dishes. This charming twist adds a layer of fun to an evening out, making it an introvert’s dream, as customer reviews reveal.
Now, let’s dive into the highlights of their menu.
- Hot Appetizers: The Age Mochi with Eggplant and the Squid Leg Karaage are must-tries, both priced at $8.88. Alternatively, for a little crunch, indulge in their Shrimp Tempura or Japanese Chicken Wings at the same price point.
- Cold Appetizers: Sashimi aficionados will appreciate the freshness of their Sashimi Platter at $19.88, while the Tako Wasabi offers a unique taste of raw octopus for just $7.88.
Reviewers have raved about the sashimi salmon – described as melting in your mouth – and the mackerel that’s tender and flavorful. The croquettes have also received high praise for their comforting, creamy interior. Whether it’s the yakitori that keeps you coming back for more or the spicy tuna rolls that are fresh and satisfying, there’s something for everyone.
The atmosphere of IZAKAYA 68 居酒屋 is both cozy and inviting, featuring Japanese-inspired decor that sets the perfect backdrop for a meal. Many have remarked on the quiet, somewhat private booths, allowing for a relaxed dining experience. The quick and polite service—whether from robots or the attentive staff—has garnered favorable reviews as well, ensuring that guests feel well taken care of.
As one patron aptly stated, this restaurant is not merely about the food; it's an experience that resonates with flavors, textures, and a touch of novelty. The blend of traditional and modern dining creates an ambiance where patrons can enjoy comforting meals while being engaged in a unique setting.
If you find yourself in Hunt Valley, don’t miss the chance to visit IZAKAYA 68 居酒屋. With ample parking and a welcoming atmosphere, it’s a spot worth revisiting to explore their flavorful offerings time and time again!
For reservations or inquiries, you can reach them at (443) 318-4609. Get ready for a delightful culinary journey!
Great comfort food and an introverts dream! You order on your phone and a little robot brings out your order! Everything we ordered was super tasty and I feel like it's pretty reasonably priced. Loved the croquettes! Will definitely come back when I'm in the area again!
Super delicious sashimi salmon, each one is so fresh, the fish melts in your mouth But I don't know what kind it is The soup is so delicious that I drank two bowls! The mackerel is highly recommended, so tender, and there is also a small bowl of Udon noodles
Being served by robots is so cool!! Honestly it was such a unique experience we had a fun time, even though it is a little silly. The restaurant has a nice atmosphere and is quiet with slightly private booths. Now it wasn't just fun to be served by a robot, it also still had delicious food! We tried a bunch of different things on the menu. The yakitori (bacon wrapped mushroom and beef tenderloin) both were flavorful and not overcooked. We had some spicy tuna and a salmon avocado sushi which both were fresh and delicious. We also tried the chicken fried rice which was surprisingly flavorful! The servers were also very quick and polite. Drinks were delivered by humans :)
We got take out from here. It was quick and easy pickup right at the front. It was ready when we arrived a few minutes before the estimated time. It was nothing special but it did the job. Sushi was decent. Spring rolls were crispy before they sat and got soggy in the take out container. I wouldn't make a point to go here again but I would eat here again if I were in the area. This is more of a 3.5 but there wasn't anything bad per se so I went with 4 stars.
Came here for lunch for the 1st time, The ombiance was very nice. The decor was Japanese inspired which I liked. We were greeted and sat quickly. Ordering csn be done by scanning QR code or waiter. Your food is served to you by a robot, very unique. My food choices were the creamy crochet, Dragon rolls, Katsu Curry rice, spicy Tonkotsu Ramen small serving , and dessert Taramisu layered cake all very delish!! If in the area try them out!
The flavors and textures were all there. I mean, spectacular and beautiful. The inside decor really shocks and amazes in all the good ways. And I loved the cozy exclusively private feeling of it all! The food brought me back to my hometown and it was nice fusion blend of Japanese and Chinese flavors and textures. The staff were helpful and always clarified, checking on us a lot. And were considerate of my shellfish allergy, reassuring me that there was IMITATION crab in the croquettes we had come for.
This is a super fun place to eat at. Love the interior design and delivery robots (they have names too) that can talk, and one of the robots even told the waitress she was in her way LOL Service- wonderful services, very attentive and timely. Food- we enjoyed all the sushi dishes we ordered, however some of the yakitori were not as good as expected, the meat came out dry and hard in some cases. Do like to recommend kitchen staff watch out on the time to leave the food on the grill, and don't grill them. Parking- ample parking in the parking lot. Easy to find at access. Do recommend by @winedinenvacay and will return to give it another try for an updated review afterwards.