This Adair Park restaurant is a bit of a discovery. Tucked in an industrial building and behind a hidden door, it’s the definition of minimalism in look and feel, with counter seating for just under a dozen diners. Ryokou, or journey, isn’t just the name, it’s the ethos, with Chef Paul Gutting taking guests on a culinary journey across Japan. He spotlights different regions and specialties, using high-quality products as the backbone for this highly original tasting. Somen, with a bold broth brimming with noodles, shrimp and scallop, is served with ice for a fresh take on cold noodles, while the salt-grilled black throat sea perch with tokyo negi. The soup course, or shiru, is a satisfying bowl of miso soup with langoustine.