KIBOU Japanese Restaurant & Bar Cambridge
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About KIBOU Japanese Restaurant & Bar Cambridge
Kibou Japanese Restaurant & Bar sits on Jesus Lane in Cambridge, a Japanese restaurant and bar that also operates as a ramen and sushi spot under one roof. The menu moves from sushi and small plates into ramen, with cocktails served at the bar alongside the kitchen. The room is spacious, and tables are set well apart so neighbouring groups keep their distance. A private dining room at the back hosts larger parties. Walk-ins are turned away when the floor is full, even as later arrivals sometimes get a table, so booking ahead is the safer route for groups.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingPaid parking lot
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, restroom, seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids · Has changing table(s) · High chairs
- DietaryVegan options · Vegetarian options
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Menu & Prices
83 dishes · mains £4–58- Volcano Roll£20.90
- Kabocha Korokke V V Option 8.1£8.10
- Teriyaki Duck & Cucumber£7.90
- Edamame 4.4£4.40
- Sirloin Of Beef Tataki & Truffle Nigiri£24.90
- Lantern Roll£23.50
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention sushi, ramen broth, moriawase and wagyu.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention sushi, ramen broth, moriawase and wagyu.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers single out the sushi as the standout, with several calling the Wagyu and moriawase fresh and beautifully presented, and others praising the ramen's depth of flavour. A few diners note small portions for the price, and one describes being turned away at the door for a walk-in booking while other groups were seated, leaving them unwelcome. Most return for the quality and attentive service.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers single out the sushi as the standout, with several calling the Wagyu and moriawase fresh and beautifully presented, and others praising the ramen's depth of flavour. A few diners note small portions for the price, and one describes being turned away at the door for a walk-in booking while other groups were seated, leaving them unwelcome. Most return for the quality and attentive service.
Featured reviews
- Yann RETHO
“My favourite restaurant in Cambridge ! Lovely staff and great food.”
- Jodie Brown
“So so soooo good, the sushi and Wagyu are so fresh and I definitely will be returning, only rating 5 stars on each because I can’t put any higher 🤍”
- SurrealScene Weddings
“Always a 10/10 experience going to KIBOU, Cambridge. The food is always absolutely amazing and the staff are incredible. Massive thank you to Rashmita for being fantastic serving us and creating a nice relaxed time while we were there! Amazing addition to the KIBOU team and we will definitely be back soon!!!”
- Sander van den Belt
“Best sushi I've had in quite a while, although slightly on the spicy side. The presentation of the moriawase was spectacular. Highlight of our visit to Cambridge.”
- Snejana F.
“Took the family to Kibou last Sunday for dinner after a long walk around the city, and it was exactly what we needed. The restaurant is spacious, with tables well spread out so you actually get some privacy — no feeling like you're sitting on top of the next table over, which we really appreciated with the kids. The sushi was fresh and beautifully presented, and the ramen broth had great depth of flavor. Staff were friendly and attentive without hovering. It was the perfect relaxed spot to unwind after a day of sightseeing. Already looking forward to going back — highly recommend if you're after good Japanese food in Cambridge.”
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Popular for solo dining
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Paid parking lot
- Accepts reservations
- Delivery
- Takeout
Show more amenities
- Dine-in
- Family-friendly
- Vegan options
- Bar onsite
- Cozy
- Onsite services
- Offerings· 12
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Free water refills
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Private dining room
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
- Planning· 1
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Dining options· 5
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Family-friendly· 4
- Good for kids
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
- Highlights· 3
- Great beer selection
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Atmosphere· 4
- Casual
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
- Crowd· 4
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Location
Japanese restaurants near KIBOU Japanese Restaurant & Bar Cambridge
- Ichimaru Udon - Cambridge4.11,1470.2 mi
katsu curry, boba drinks, chicken pumpkin katsu
| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| KIBOU Japanese Restaurant & Bar Cambridge | 4.61,092 | — | sushi, ramen broth, moriawase |
| Ichimaru Udon - Cambridge | 4.11,147 | 0.2 mi | katsu curry, boba drinks, chicken pumpkin katsu |
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