G. Kalyan Kumar
Adding cheer to the aspirations of Asian food lovers in the capital city, Kampai-the authentic Japanese restaurant opened its second outlet at DLF Promenade, Vasant Kunj on 13 March 2023. Etymologically, Kampai means cheer in Japanese. This second outpost of Kampai at DLF mall follows the fame and success of the debut outlet at Aerocity, near New Delhi International airport.
Japanese Ambassador to India His Excellency Hiroshi Suzuki formally inaugurated the Kampai, DLF Promenade branch in an impressive ceremony before a packed audience. The ribbon-cutting ceremony by the Ambassador was followed by a signing ceremony.
Speaking at the event Mr. Hiroshi Suzuki said: “Kampai is the most authentic Japanese restaurant serving delicious Japanese cuisine, so I hope that you will be able to enjoy good, authentic, and delectable Japanese food and hope you will come back, not just by yourself but also with your friends, parents, and family to have good Japanese food here.”
Avantika Sinha Bahl, the dynamic young entrepreneur and founder of Kampai said: “This day is extraordinary for the brand as it is a part of the journey to open 50 more outlets in the next few years. We look forward to a long association with the embassy and thank you so much for being here, Kampai.”
Kampai Mulls Huge Expansion
Avantika Sinha Bahl added that the premium Japanese cuisine restaurant aims to offer a holistic experience that would transport the mind, body, and soul of the patrons to an amazing experience that converges the culinary, architectural, and cultural facets of Japan.
At the function, guests were treated to an array of tempting Japanese bites epitomizing Japanese hospitality by the beautifully dressed staff in the traditional Japanese gown of Kimonos. The event was also graced by delegates from Japan and other embassies. Guests also enjoyed a delectable dinner presenting the finest of Japanese cuisine.
At the drinks front, the offerings included a wide range of Japanese sakes, champagnes, whiskey, and cocktails, especially “Wabi Sabi” paired perfectly with appetizing specialties. The splendid evening was loaded with gracious bonhomie and friendly vibes in conversations enhancing the celebratory mood.
Kampai’s founder, Director, Avantika Sinha Bahl has already made a mark as a creative genius behind many F&B brands. Bahl has groomed many notable brands including Mai Bao, EBK Luxury Catering, Sushi San by Kampai Cocodate, and the recently launched FMCG brand Tacious. In Kampai, many USPs stand out thanks to Avantika’s love, passion, and fascination for Japanese food and its cultural scene.
Kampai menu is eclectic
Conceptually, the Kampai restaurant innovates on the traditional Japanese Izakaya style of informal dining and drinking. The brand remarkably emphasizes conventional furnishings, Japanese ambiance, rejuvenation, and high comfort. The culinary offerings of Kampai blend a vast range and quality and cover nutritious salads, yummy rolls, fried and grilled seafood; hearty meats, the freshest sashimi, and irresistible Nigiris.
Kampai’s exotic bar has lined up a wide range of various offerings such as Japanese sakes, Champagnes, Whisky, Cocktails, Beers, and multifarious wines from across the world. The Kampai menu is fastidious with Japanese classics such as Sushi, Ramen, Tempura, and Gyozas. You can also indulge in Japanese style Carpaccio, Japanese Pizzas, Robata menu, Sushis, and platters of Buta Barayaki, Char-grilled lobster, Tantan Men Ramen, Miso Ramen, and Black Cod Miso.
Other notables are crispy Kale Yuzu Cream Cheese, New Zealand Lamb Chop, Tuna Pizza and nicely shaved truffles, and Nori Crusted Salmon Steak amongst others. Some of the signature items in the Kampai cocktail menu are curated Japanese cocktails like Wasabi Martini, Samurai consisting of Gin, Jasmine, and Lemon along with Kampai classics like Kampai Bellini, Blushing Geisha, and Shinjuku Star.
Experience the exotic seasons of Japan
Kampai, DLF Promenade has set enchanting interiors that would take patrons to modern-day Tokyo’s luxury. The current Sakura season is captured with a beautiful patch of cherry blossom covering the ceiling to give a feeling of relaxing under a cherry blossom tree.
Spread over 2200 sq ft with a cozy indoor setting and a beautiful terrace inspired by a Japanese Zen garden, Kampai, DLF Promenade has nearly 100 seats with a surrealistic ambiance in terms of somber lighting, soothing wall colors, Japanese installations, wall art, and a relaxing Zen garden.
The terrace garden is dotted with Japanese fountains, intimate private seating concepts, Japanese partitions, and green plants rendering the feel of a Japanese city.
Kampai also goes all out to ensure a complete dining escapade for patrons with an array of congenial, palatable, and unforgettable fresh seafood, authentic ingredients, unconventional décor, well-trained staff, and an open rooftop overlooking Delhi’s skyline and city vistas. Now the thriving Japanese outlet is awaiting your presence with friends and families to say KAMPAI.
