W Namu

After drinks at their beautifully situated Woobar (but with over loud, mind-numbing music), we were then taken by electric buggy to this delightful beachfront restaurant, where we sat at a table on the beach. The Japanese menu had a good selection of sushi and sashimi and then some very interesting options for main courses. It was difficult to decide, but eventually we shared some smaller dishes: * Edamame beans with sea salt * Selection of sashimi and nigiri * Thai spider roll: soft shell crab tempura, coriander chipotle mayo, pickle papaya And then for main, we had: * Andaman Sea Snapper: broccolini, dashi beurre blanc with ikura and avruga * Orange Miso Duck Breast: Home made tonkatsu, kinako and barley risotto, celeriac, nameko Everything was excellent. The highlight for me was the soft shell crab - really superb. The fish and duck dishes were also really good and it was so lovely sitting on the beach, watching the sky change colours into dark. The service from Pablo and his team was excellent and they presented my partner with a lovely little birthday cake. A very nice evening BUT they had similar mind-numbing music as their Woobar playing far too loud. The view and atmosphere was so lovely and then wrecked by inane noise. They did turn it down when asked, which was nice—but really, should guests have to work this hard for a bit of relaxing ambience? Restaurants and bars, please: look at your surroundings, look at your guests, and maybe—just maybe—pick music that reflects your special place, and doesn't sound like a car alarm having an existential crisis! (Also posted to my food blog on Instagram @AbbeyKing16)

The food was so so, decoration was a bit old and it was hot inside the restaurant. I had hamachi which was good only if they served it with deep fried seaweed (which was not served at first). Maki roll was tasteless.

I had a chance to try the Japanese restaurant here, and everything was absolutely delicious. I enjoyed every dish, both savory and dessert. The atmosphere is wonderful, with indoor tables, counter seats in front of the chef, and outdoor seating as well. The views are beautiful, and there’s also a nice sip bar and beach bar area. Overall, I really loved everything about this place.