Taman Desa · Kuala Lumpur

Fire brings
flavour to life.

Live unagi. Sumi charcoal. Japanese grill.

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The Sumitaba experience

From live unagi
to glowing charcoal.

At Sumitaba, the grill is at the heart of the table. Live unagi is prepared and grilled over sumi charcoal, alongside Japanese skewers, seafood and more made for sharing.

Come for the unagi. Stay for the warmth of the fire and a meal worth taking your time over.

What we serve

Three ways to savour the fire.

01 / 鰻

Live Unagi

Prepared Nagoya style and grilled directly over charcoal for a distinct texture and smoky finish.

02 / 炭

Sumi Grill

Yakitori, fish, seafood and other charcoal grilled favourites, cooked with care over the fire.

03 / 和

Japanese Kitchen

Round out the table with sashimi, sushi, rice dishes and a selection of Japanese favourites.

Warm Japanese paper lanterns inside Sumitaba

Our signature

Unagi, made for the moment.

Experience unagi prepared from live eel, then grilled over sumi charcoal. Discover it in Unajyu or Hitsumabushi, each with its own way to enjoy every bite.

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The space