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Bubbly lunch date at Kanpai

Long late lunches. Clinking glasses. Cheerful chatter. And a joyous vibe. Kanpai, an Asian Tapas and Bubbles bar, is where you want to be spending your time this Summer, experiencing bubbly Japanese lunches.

First up … forget the fine wine and cocktail menu, bubbles are way more festive and fun. You can also do away with the large bowls of salads because when you get a taste of the small plates at Kanpai Restaurant in Rosebank, you’ll be ordering a table full of them for you and your friends and family to enjoy.

The restaurant’s name is derived from the Japanese word cheers, so there is no shame in raising your glass all afternoon. Home to plenty of local Cap Classiques to try … our favourite is the Boschendal Brut Rose that pairs so well with sushi and the Asian-inspired dishes found on the menu.

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The bubbles flow easy with the upbeat music in the background and view of the beautiful bar with a built-in fish tank, next to a large cabinet display of sparkling wines. The stunning bubble walls and the reflective ceiling accents all add to the lively yet relaxed feeling.

The party starter is definitely the small plates arriving at the table looking fresh and vibrant. The vegan bliss of tempura tofu, chives, beetroot rice topped with a sweet and sour sauce is an appetizing start from their specialty sushi options. To spice things up, the Vietnamese stuffed wings are worth getting your fingers messy … they certainly wake up your taste buds to new exciting flavours and textures. And a memorable plate are the spinach and cream cheese dumplings – light and creamy pockets of yum! With so many exciting plates and MCC’s to try, you can turn any occasion into a celebration at Kanpai and leave on a bubblier and happier note.

We can see how this can become a regular dining spot for some … and if you’re a frequent visitor, you’ll get a set of personalised chopsticks.

21 Keyes Avenue, Rosebank. Open noon to 10pm on Monday to Friday; Saturday noon until 10pm and Sunday 11am to 8pm. Details: 011-110-0696; bookings@kanpaisa.com

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