KōL Izakhaya – “Flame-Kissed Japanese Sharing in Hyde Park”

A sizzling robata grill meets sleek izakaya vibes—where charcoal fire and craft cocktails ignite Johannesburg’s soul.

What Is It?

KōL Izakhaya is a hybrid: a Japanese-inspired grill house and sushi bar tucked into Hyde Park Corner. It celebrates robatayaki—flame-driven, charcoal cooking—paired with fresh sushi, punchy small plates, and mixology designed for shared moments. Picture dim brass tones, polished marble, and chefs working around an open grill, offering both spectacle and flavour. A top-tier izakaya experience bringing Tokyo's fire to Jozi’s luxe district.

Location & Access

• Address: Hyde Park Corner Shopping Centre (3rd floor), Cnr Jan Smuts Ave & 6th Rd, Hyde Park, Johannesburg 2196

• Easily reached via the Gautrain and offers secure mall parking—spacious, well-lit, and free for diners.

Opening Hours

• Monday–Friday: 12:00–22:00

• Saturday: 12:00–00:00

• Sunday: 12:00–23:00

• Kitchen closes daily at 22:00 

Parking

• Free, guarded parking available in Hyde Park Corner’s large basement parking.

• Convenient escalator/elevator access straight to the restaurant level.

Menus & Dining

KOL offers an impressive three-part dining experience:

1. Robata Grill Menu: Skewers and plates cooked over Binchō-tan charcoal—expect dishes like miso-glazed black cod, chicken hearts, octopus, ostrich fillet, and wagyu 

2. Sushi Menu: Nigiri, sashimi, rolls—all precision-crafted at the ice-topped counter

3. Mixology & Cocktail Menu: Innovative cocktails, sake selections, and Japanese-inspired drinks like a lemon-verbena margarita.

View/download menus here: [Main Menu | Robata | Sushi | Mixology] via the website 

Booking & Social Media

• Reservations: Call/WhatsApp +27 10 900 2415 or email reservations@kol-restaurant.co.za, or use online booking via website

• Instagram: @kol.restaurant (122K followers) 

• Facebook: KōL Izakhaya – located on Facebook at Hyde Park Corner page 

• Website: kol-restaurant.co.za – menus, bookings, private dining

What to Expect

• Fire cooking theatre: Binchō-tan coals glowing as chefs brush, turn, and plate—your food both cooked and performed 

• Stylish ambience: Gilded interiors, marble surfaces, brass accents, living greenery—insta-worthy yet intimate

• Shared dining: Izakaya boards designed for communal feasting—a perfect spot for date nights or squad dinners

• VIP-ready feel: Semi-private spaces tucked into lively restaurant settings—ideal for celebrations

Why You’ll Love It

• Unique blend of precision sushi and rustic fire-grilled fare

• Award-worthy mixology and sake selection

• Located in central Hyde Park with secure mall access and parking

• Flexible booking options: solo dinners, date nights, group gatherings

• A taste of Japanese dining culture, bespoke for Joburg’s urban crowd

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KōL Izakhaya: Japanese sharing grill—ignite your night, taste the craft.