Taiko Kingsland

I recently visited this Japanese restaurant with my family for lunch, and we had a wonderful experience. The restaurant had a calm and quiet atmosphere, with just a few tables occupied, which made it perfect for a relaxed meal. We were warmly greeted upon arrival, and both the wait staff and the chef behind the counter were incredibly pleasant and friendly, making us feel welcome right away. The food was the real highlight. We started with their Nilgiri sushi, which was absolutely delicious—the fish was fresh and full of flavor. One of my family members ordered the sashimi, and it was beautifully prepared and presented, with a great balance of texture and taste. We also tried the karaage chicken, which was crispy, juicy, and seasoned perfectly. It paired really well with the freshly made miso soup, which had a rich, comforting flavor. The ambiance was cozy and thoughtfully decorated, with touches that reflected traditional Japanese style. It added to the overall dining experience and made the place feel authentic without being overly formal. Overall, it was a great lunch outing. The service, food, and atmosphere all came together to create a memorable experience. We’ll definitely be coming back again soon.

Bruh this place honestly slapped. Blown away by the size of the food, very very generous with the portions which is hard to come by when eating out at a restaurant. This will be our go to Japanese spot now. Highly recommend

I rarely leave negative reviews, but my experience at Taiko Kingsland was so terrible that I feel compelled to warn others. I dined there on the 26th of January and ordered a variety of dishes as pictured. The next day, I was hit with the worst food poisoning of my life. I spent three days violently ill with vomiting, diarrhoea and fever and had to be given IV fluids. I’ve read media reports about food poisoning cases at Taiko Ponsonby, but I dined at the Kingsland location during the same period and ended up with the same symptoms. I believe it was the same virus, and it’s alarming that both locations seem to have been affected. The numerous people that have gotten sick is no coincidence, and it’s clear that the food safety standards at these restaurants are poor and need serious improvement. I’ve also seen reviews claiming the restaurant is unapologetic and unwilling to take responsibility for what’s happened, and instead offering restaurant vouchers to the affected customers. After this experience, I have no intention of returning and strongly advise others to consider the risks before dining here.

My family of four went here for dinner. It was delicious. The staff was very friendly, the food was delicious and everything was nicely presented. If I want to eat Japanese food, I'll come here again. Thank you!

I had lunch at Taiko Kingsland and I must say, I was absolutely blown away by the food. I ordered the Eel Lovers, Deluxe Sushi Sashimi Tower, and two main Zen dishes. The serving sizes were massive, perfect for a family of four. The staff were so welcoming, the restaurant was clean, however finding parking was a challenge. Despite that, the prices were reasonable and I can't wait to return for another delicious meal.

Incredible food - fresh and beautifully presented. The staff were friendly and the service was top tier. We were blown away - thank you for the wonderful dining experience.

All the dishes were fantastic and highly recommended if you love Japanese food. Special mention to the outstanding and exceptional service—kudos to all the staff. You guys are amazing!