Ukkō Restaurant menu and latest prices for 2025: a quick guide

Ukkō Restaurant menu and latest prices for 2025: a quick guide

Ukkō is fairly new in the Joburg dining business but has seen a quick rise since it opened its doors in late 2021. With a perfect setting in the Nicolway Bryanston Centre, the Ukkō Restaurant menu promises a modern tapas and sushi experience with a Mediterr-Asian influence. Founder Mun Manal told Glamour in 2024:

We've strived to capture that elusive trifecta: a captivating look and feel, a menu consistently delivering exceptional taste, and service exceeding expectations... The curated menu will provide you with tastes from around the globe, but the atmosphere has a unique Jozi vibe.
Ukkō Restaurant menu
Ukkō-prepared sushi (L) and ribs (R). Photo: @ukkorestaurant (modified by author)
Source: Instagram

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Key takeaways

  • Ukkō Restaurant in Bryanston, Sandton, was launched in November 2021.
  • Seasoned restaurateur Mun Manal founded the eatery to offer a fusion of Mediterranean and Asian-inspired dishes.
  • Ukkō received a star at the 2022 Eat Out Awards.

Ukkō Restaurant menu and prices

Johannesburg is home to multiple restaurants, but Ukkō offers diners a mix of upmarket and casual dining. The enticing menu has masterfully prepared sushi, tapas, seafood, meats, cocktails, and an extensive wine and champagne list.

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Ukkō Restaurant meals
Sushi (L) and salmon (R). Photo: @ukkorestaurant (modified by author)
Source: Instagram

Sushi menu

Sushi lovers are spoilt for choice, with several favourites to choose from. Blue Oaks has fried shrimp and spicy tuna roll, but you cannot go wrong with a taste of Mediterr-Asian Crunch, containing crispy California roll and salmon.

Item

Price

Shrimp Tempura Roll (6pc)

R195

Dynamite (6pc

R195

Mediterr-Asian Crunch (6pc)

R195

Ceviche Roll (6pc)

R195

Roll 'n Rose (8pc)

R195

Wagyu Nigiri (4pc)

R195

Caribbean Roll (6pc)

R190

Ukkō Roll (6pc)

R185

Hand Roll Omakase (4pc)

R185

Crunch Roll (6pc)

R185

Blue Oaks (6pc)

R175

Crispy Roses (4pc)

R175

Ukkō's sushi menu
Ukkō Restaurant sushi. Photo: @ukkorestaurant (modified by author)
Source: Instagram

Classics menu

Ukkō in Bryanston is quickly becoming a source of comfort food for Johannesburg diners. It boasts of classics like Salmon Rose, Tempura prawns, and Sashimi.

Item

Price

Sashimi Salmon (4pc)

R135

Sashimi Tuna (4pc)

R125

Sashimi seared spicy Salmon or Tuna (4pc)

R135

Nigiri Salmon (4pc)

R135

Nigiri Prawn (4pc)

R130

Nigiri Tuna (4pc)

R130

Maki Salmon (6pc)

R90

Maki Prawn (6pc)

R85

Maki Tuna (6pc)

R85

Maki spicy Salmon or Tuna (6pc)

R90

Maki Vegetarian (6pc)

R75

California Roll Salmon (8pc)

R120

California Roll Prawn (8pc)

R115

California Roll Tuna (8pc)

R115

California Roll Spicy Tuna or Salmon (8pc)

R120

California Roll Salmon & Cheese (8pc)

R120

California Roll Vegetarian (8pc)

R95

Edamame

R80

Tempura Prawns

4pc @R140, 6pc @R190

Salmon Rose

4pc @R135, 6pc @R185

Hand Roll Salmon (1pc)

R85

Hand Roll Prawn (1pc)

R80

Hand Roll Tuna (1pc)

R80

Hand Roll Tempura Prawn (1pc)

R85

Hand Roll Vegetarian (1pc)

R70

Rainbow Roll (8pc)

R180

Fashion Sandwich Salmon (8pc)

R130

Fashion Sandwich Salmon & Cream Cheese (8pc)

R130

Fashion Sandwich Vegetarian (8pc)

R95

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Ukkō restaurant meals
Roasted bone marrow Pangrattato (R) and salmon (L). Photo: @ukkorestaurant (modified by author)
Source: Instagram

Large plates menu

Large table dining has meat and seafood varieties for those ready to feast. You can order the medium rare Wagyu Rump, the flame grilled whole fish, or the lightly basted beef fillet.

Item

Price

Whole Fish

R340

Line Fish Fillet

R270

Salmon

R320

Seared Tuna

R280

Grilled Prawns (8)

R310

Beef Fillet (300g)

R290

Tomahawk (700g)

R340

Wagyu Rump (250g)

R460

Lamb Chops (4)

R310

Baby Chicken

R195

Ukkō's large plate menu
Tomahawk and whole fish served at the Ukkō Restaurant. Photo: @ukkorestaurant (modified by author)
Source: Instagram

Tapas menu

The tapas menu at this fine Johannesburg restaurant contains vegetarian, meat, and seafood dishes. You can enjoy the popular chicken dumplings served with gyoza sauce and ginger, or eat the grilled octopus if you are feeling adventurous.

Item

Price

Crispy Zucchini Ribbons (Vegetarian)

R80

Marinated Aubergine (Vegetarian)

R75

Camembert in Phyllo (vegetarian)

R95

Haloumi (Vegetarian)

R95

Burrata (Vegetarian)

R160

Marinated Chickpea & Celery (Vegetarian)

R75

Beetroot Houmous (Vegetarian)

R70

Roasted Bone Marrow Pangrattato

R80

Beef Riblets

R125

Lamb Riblets

R145

Grilled Chicken Wings

R105

Chicken Dumplings

R105

Canniboa

R105

Fish and Prawn Croquette

R95

Calamari

R95

Squid Heads

R110

Seared Salmon

R130

White Anchovy Fillets

R110

Grilled Octopus

R140

Fresh Mussels

R120

Crispy Prawns

R130

Whitebait

R95

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Ukkō's tapas menu
Chicken dumplings (L) and Camembert in Phyllo (R) at the Ukkō Restaurant. Photo: @ukkorestaurant (modified by author)
Source: Instagram

Salad menu

The salad offering at the Sandton eatery has a few healthy options. The Burata Caprese has marinated heirloom tomato and roasted plum tomato while the Brinjal and feta salad contains baby spinach and chargrilled brinjal.

Item

Price

Brinjal and Feta

R125

Burrata Caprese

R185

Roasted Vegetable

R120

Tabbouleh

R120

Spinach Crunch

R125

Aegean

R130

Salad menu
Burrata caprese salad (R) served at Ukkō Restaurant. Photo: @ukkorestaurant (modified by author)
Source: Instagram

Side menu

Ukkō offers various delectable side dishes at an affordable price. The menu currently features the following items:

Item

Price

Chargrilled Tenderstem Broccoli

R55

Grilled Corn and Feta

R45

Chips

R45

Lemon Confit Potato

R45

Ribbon Salad

R65

Side menu
Chargrilled tenderstem broccoli (R) and a brunch spread (L) at Ukkō Restaurant. Photo: @ukkorestaurant (modified by author)
Source: Instagram

Dessert menu

The Ukkō menu offers a variety of your favourite desserts. Enjoy a sweet ending to your dining with any of the following:

Item

Price

Pistachio Ice Cream

R90

Tiramisu

R95

Cheesecake

R120

Baked Chocolate

R120

Mini Churros

R90

Dessert menu
Ukkō dessert. Photo: @ukkorestaurant (modified by author)
Source: Instagram

Mediterr-Asian raw bar menu

If you are looking for a unique food experience, the Mediterr-Asian raw bar menu is the one for you. Indulge in the special Ukkō prawn cocktail or the white fish ceviche.

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Item

Price

Crudo

R130

Tataki

R145

Whitefish Ceviche

R130

Beetroot Carpaccio

R95

Wagyu Tartar

R160

Ukkō Prawn Cocktail

R140

1/2 Dozen Oysters

R240

Mediterr-Asian raw bar menu
Ukkō Prawn Cocktail (L) and oysters (R) served at Ukkō Restaurant. Photo: @ukkorestaurant (modified by author)
Source: Instagram

Ukkō Cellar selection

Ukkō has a rich cellar selection ranging from Hamilton Russell and Vergelegen to Vilafonte Series C and Kanonkop Paul Sauer. The 2025 menu contains:

Item

Price

Hamilton Russell

R1,600

Paul Cluver Seven Flags

R2,100

Ken Forrester, The FMC

R1,700

Mullineux Granite

R1,600

Vergelegen V

R3,500

Rupert & Rothschild Baron Edmond

R2,100

De Toren Fusion Fusion V

R1,900

Vilafonte Series M

R2,500

Vilafonte Series C

R4,900

Kanonkop Paul Sauer

R2,600

Epicurean

R1,700

Anthonij Rupert

R1,200

Rijk's Reserve

R1,400

Doolhof Bloedklip

R2,200

The Ukkō Restaurant wine and mixology bar
Ukkō Restaurant cocktails. Photo: @ukkorestaurant (modified by author)
Source: Instagram

Ukkō cocktails menu

The Ukkō mixology bar offers trendy cocktails made by its finest mixologists. Ocean Eyes is one of the favourites with Tanqueray No. Ten, blue curacao, elderflower, lime juice, and fresh mint.

Item

Price

Ocean Eyes

R130

Glenlivet Whisky Sour

R145

Vellamo

R130

Ukkō Margarita

R135

Negroni Sbagliato

R130

Idunn (ee-you-dunn)

R140

Freya

R130

Ether

R130

Caipirinha

R120

Tyr

R120

Mansikka

R130

Mikael

R135

Raspberry Mojito

R120

Akka

R125

Eero

R135

Rasmus

R140

Rum Old Fashioned

R130

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Ukkō's cocktail menu
Cocktails served at Ukkō Restaurant. Photo: @ukkorestaurant (modified by author)
Source: Instagram

Ukkō Champagne list

Ukkō has a curated selection of champagne for a wholesome dining experience. The menu features the following:

Item

Price

Moet & Chandon Brut Imperial

R1,700

Veuve Clicquot Brut Yellow Label

R1,900

Laurent Perrier La Cuvee Brut

R1,800

Ruinart Blanc de Blancs Brut

R3,200

Dom Perignon Blanc Brut

R7,800

Lanson Le Rose

R2,700

Laurent Perrier Cuvee Rose

R3,700

Moet & Chandon Nectar Imperial/Demi-Sec

R1,900

Veuve Clicquot Rich/Demi-Sec

R2,500

Ukkō Restaurant wine and mixology bar
Ukkō Restaurant wine and champagne. Photo: @ukkorestaurant (modified by author)
Source: Instagram

White wine list

Ukkō offers both local and international white wine varieties that complement their Mediterranean-Asian cuisine and sushi offerings. Enjoy a glass or a bottle of the following selections:

Item

Price

Groote Post Seasalter

R125/glass, R390/bottle

La Motte

R85/glass, R260/bottle

Bouchard Finlayson

R330

Ghost Corner Wild Ferment

R680

Kleine Zalze Vineyard Selection

R120/glass, R370/bottle

Babylonstoren

R100/glass, R320/bottle

Ken Forrester Old Vine Reserve

R410

De Wetshof Limestone Hill/Unwooded

R90/glass, R280/bottle

Oak Valley Beneath The Clouds

R105/glass, R330/bottle

Cavalli

R460

Ataraxia

R790

Haute Cabriere

R95/glass, R290/bottle

Tokara Director's Reserve

R760

Creation

R540

Idiom

R110/glass, R350/bottle

Cederberg

R95/glass, R290/bottle

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Ukkō Restaurant wines and mixology bar
Ukkō Restaurant wines. Photo: @ukkorestaurant (modified by author)
Source: Instagram

Red wine list

Wine is a must-have if you are celebrating a special moment at Ukkō Restaurant. Their extensive red wine list features the following:

Item

Price

Warwick First Lady

R100/glass, R320/bottle

Springfield Whole Berry

R145/glass, R460/bottle

Jordan Long Fuse

R560

Neil Ellis Groenekloof

R120/glass, R380/bottle

Thelema

R510

Groot Constantia

R690

Hermanuspietersfontein Posmeester

R100/glass, R320/bottle

De Grendel

R140/glass, R440/bottle

Vergelegen Reserve

R620

L'Avenir

R115/glass, R370/bottle

Stellenrust Cornerstone

R510

Thorne and Daughters Copperpot

R160/glass, R550/bottle

Crystallum Peter Max

R750

Raats Dolomite

R490

Hidden Valley Hidden Secret

R660

Rupert and Rothschild Classique

R520

Hartenberg Doorkeeper SMG

R100/glass, R310/bottle

De Toren Delicate

R460

Villafonte Seriously Old Dirt

R620

Meerlust Rubicon

R1,300

Wines at Ukkō Restaurant
Ukkō Restaurant wines. Photo: @ukkorestaurant (modified by author)
Source: Instagram

Where is Ukkō Restaurant?

The eatery is at Nicolway Shopping Centre in Bryanston, Sandton, Johannesburg. It opens from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. from Tuesday to Saturday and from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Sundays and Mondays. Reservations can be made via their official website or by contacting Ukkō Restaurant directly.

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Who is the owner of Ukkō Restaurant?

Ukkō is owned by Mun Manal, a Jordan-born restaurateur who moved to South Africa as a 19-year-old waiter. In a 2023 News24 interview, he said that his Arab upbringing alongside nine siblings contributed to his love for food and hospitality.

Restaurateur Mun Manal
Ukkō Restaurant founder, Mun Manal. Photo: @ukkorestaurant (modified by author)
Source: Instagram

Ukkō Restaurant's menu offerings have earned them several repeat customers who fell in love with the food and the service delivery. Whether you are indulging in their signature sushi rolls, savouring freshly prepared seafood, or exploring their wine and mixology bar, the eatery is becoming a standout culinary destination.

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