Kaizen Sushi & Hibachi (308 Phayathai Rd., Bangkok, 02-215-2972. BTS Ratchatewi) has added some life to an area not renowned for proper restaurants, creating quite a buzz with its own version of an Iron Chef, Utai Srisuk, rolling up sushi at the counter. The vibe is fairly reminiscent of a Fuji branch, but the chef promises to serve up authentic and affordable dishes mastered during his 20 years’ experience. Recommended options include the sushi set (B350), yam seafood (B250) and deep-fried soft shell crab salad (B180).