Swordman's kitchen - Modern Asian Eatery . Artisan Cuisine

I recommend Unagi Don.

It has almost no eel-like scent and is very soft. The seasoning is just right, so it goes well with chewy rice.

I think the rice and mani rice are even more delicious because the eggs are broken. A little bit of seaweed and sesame seeds sprinkled in add a savory flavor with their own colors, so I think it's nice to have a more diverse taste.

The restaurant interior is classy and clean, and the atmosphere is cozy.

I had a delicious last meal in Adelaide.

We ate here on a Friday night and were looking forward to some good sushi. It was not very busy, but we had to wait for ages for the food to come out (30 mins+ for sushi). It's puzzling that there's a single cook and no helper staff in the kitchen during a peak period. The only waiter on table service (there's only two staff in the entire restaurant) was polite but abrupt and seemed stressed out the whole time. Please hire more staff for your own sanity! The miso soup was the only thing they got right. The salad dressing and others sauces tasted like they came straight from a jar - sickly sweet. This place does Vietnamese rolls at lunch and then switches to Japanese fusion at dinner. It may be helpful to focus on one type of cuisine and master it.

And the wine list is comical, considering we are in South Australia. I am not sure who chose the wines, but it seems that whoever chose them does not drink wine.

No idea why this restaurant is highly rated. Suspicious. The donburi was salty yet somehow bland. Service can't keep up with busy night

Not a busy night, one man kitchen so expect your entree will need at least 30mins to come.
Over priced with food tasting quite bland. Didn't experience much of a service for its price.
Would suggest sushi hub if you just looking for sushi.
Go for any restaurant with stir fry beef would get a better flavour of a $50 tepanyaki that was just warm in temp & tasteless within.
Spent close to 100 (nil drinks inc.) leaving with an 60% full stomach & headed for elsewhere for comfort bite.

Small restaurant with dim ambiance, great for a date. Okonomiyaki was very small, tastes alright. Chicken karaage was also a small portion and not crispy, but the chicken was tender and juicy. Unagi Don was pretty good, except there were a million tiny bones I had to pick out. Egg was cooked to perfection. Steak Don was cooked very nicely but the taste didn't have a wow factor. Very pricey for what you get. The waitress wasn't that friendly as well.

A hidden gem in Rundle street. This restaurant is a must visit. The food is excellent, ambience is great and service is excellent, all at a very reasonable price. Will be visiting again

Definitely worth every penny spent here! The food was served fresh and were all delicious. Very happy with the food served to us. Would recommend this restaurant to anyone. Keep it up.

The meal was tasty, until I ordered another serve of takoyaki which was slightly frozen in the centre when served. Other than that, very good.

Great atmosphere. Great prices. Authentic flavour, not watered down 'westernised' taste.

This wonderful restaurant is owned and managed by a very special chef and host. With a simply awesome menu, and great atmosphere it's no wonder these two have won so many awards. Not to mention they will hang around and let you enjoy your meal without turning on the lights and air conditioner. 5 star restaurant and much respect and love for the fusion style menu. Yum yum

Absolutely outstanding! I think the best Ramen I have had the pleasure of enjoying outside Japan. Stunning presentation too!

One of my favourites in the Rundle Street area. Your experience will definitely vary depending on what you get. My personal favourites are the Unagi don for a substantial meal - 8.5/10, the pumpkin dumplings which were surprisingly delicious and had a great creamy balance 9.5/10. A must try if anything.

The mushroom nigiri was also very unique with the separation of the earthy flavours and muted rice flavours - 9/10.

The inside of the establishment is well furnished and service is moderately paced.

Intimate setting. Beautifully cooked food by the chef who cooks on order. Delicious flavours. Friendly staff. Very well priced.

Have never left a review before but felt the need to in this case.
Absolutely loved every dish.
A 2 person restaurant doing a great job.
Well done and wishing you success!
We will definitely be back with more friends!

Welcoming staff, the most delicious meal we had in Adelaide, generous portions, and chill atmosphere

Just what we look for in Japanese-style dining and a bit more besides. High attention to detail, passionate focus and excellent quality ingredients. Even standards like donburi are made exciting by the chef's creativity.

The mains were good, but weren't as good as the entrees. The karaage chicken was so tender it melted. The pumpkin dumpling was good, but the cream sauce it was in was divine. It was almost laksa-esque and it was the best thing. We could have happily ordered an entire bowl of just the sauce. The ambiance is a close, intimate setting, perfect for date nights.

Genuine Japanese chef. Recommend the food. Generous serves.
Bit heavy on the mayonnaise though, so ask for less if that's an issue for you.

Favourite restaurant in Adelaide.

Have eaten at @swordmanskitchen around a dozen times since discovering it a month or so ago. Sitting here quietly you realise everyone that has finished is kind of amazed at what they’ve just eaten and always provide thanks to each of the two-person team. One floor, one chef.

I must admit I’ve not been to a place where so many patrons feel inclined to actually thank the chef for their meal. It’s quite something sitting there quietly watching.

They just have it down pat, and the food is incredibly, incredibly good and considered. Every single time. I am slowly working my way through the menu and have never had a single thing I haven’t absolutely loved.

Japanese green tea is like an unofficial benchmark and they are very generous with the tea, constantly offering refills of your pot.

Comfortable, small spot but totally calm and happy, I’ve never been so fond of an eating place ever. I would just hang here all day or night if I could.

Several times per week will have to suffice…

Can not recommend highly enough and really suggest to give it a go. You definitely will not be disappointed. The only people disappointed in Swordsman Kitchen are the people that unfortunately are unable to get a table.

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Photos:

Takoyaki - Fried octopus balls
Unagi Don - Smoked BBQ Eel.
Kaki Fried Tempura Smoky Bay Oysters
Steak Don
Nasu No Gomadare - Miso Eggplant
Agodashi Tofu
Teriyaki Tori Don - Grilled Chicken Thighs
Edamame
Miso soup
Spicy Calamari Don
Crispy Fried Renkon Chips

Outstanding! A small, unpretentious and friendly place where everything i tried was absolutely DELICIOUS, thanks to Chef Swordsman!
PS: Please don't share this (the place might then get too crowded)