Top Japanese Restaurant & Bar Melbourne
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Sit at the U-shaped bar or share the communal bench with other diners while you enjoy individual atmosphere of this Japanese bistro. If you're looking for some sushi atop a white tablecloth, then Ocha is your best bet. Located in the heart of Hawthorn, japanese takeaway Ocha is refined, elegant and unforgettable. Traditional techniques are combined with sublime imaginative touches to make for a truly memorable meal. Don't be surprised if your sushi arrives at your table like it's been turned inside out or upside down.
All of our signature sauces and condiments are made on site, and our secret recipes are continually tested to guarantee their high standard of quality. Kuni first opened Kuni's restaurant in Crossley Place and later relocated to Little Bourke Street as the business grew. Kunihiro has reflected that operating a Japanese restaurant in those early years was difficult due to a lack of Japanese products in Australia. However, he saw this as a great challenge and creating Kuni's in Crossley Lane gave him a chance to explore his creativity, such as designing his own sushi counter as the local carpenters had never seen or heard of such a thing then. Kunihiro's business partner, Terunobu Hirata still produces the crockery used in the restaurant. In the early days, Kuni found that many Australians were reluctant to eat raw fish and he recalls having to give away sushi in order to persuade people to try raw fish.
The meal is complemented by a vast selection of wine, sake and other drinks of your choice. Hajime is unapologetically high-end, with a price tag to match. It is, after all, the only traditional tempura house in Melbourne. Chef-owner Shigeo Yoshihara got his start in Osaka during the mid-90’s, so you’re in very experienced hands as the 8 or 10-piece tempura and sushi omakase unfolds along with a wide-ranging list of sake and wine.
The rolls and nigiri at the QV sushi train are especially good! They have unique combinations that you won't find anywhere else. The sushi train QV has a great variety of sushi and they are always fresh.
CHIKA translates the izakaya, which is conventionally a cheap, casual drinking place, into something chic and high-class, closely tied to aesthetic taste and class. Not only is dining out in CHIKA a cultural experience, but also a classed one, thereby producing a sign of cosmopolitan consumption. In fact, we made trips to Tokyo to visit those places featured in the book and see what they’re like. Since our time was limited, we hopped from one izakaya to another each night and tried different foods and drinks, talked to people there and got some recommendations from them as to what to check out.
Raw fish aside, sushi trains are an entertaining way to dine, and the casual nature of the experience always makes for a family-friendly meal. A quality sushi joint that serves up fresh, Japanese fare every time, Sushi Hub is the perfect pick for an on-the-go lunch with kids. With locations peppered throughout Melbourne, there's sure to be one close by. From sushi boxes to maki rolls, nigiri and inari, this sushi joint offers all of the kids' (and your!) favourites.
The menu makes decision-making easy and the $7 Sapporo Draught on tap makes it one of our top cheap eats. In true Japanese style, the dining space is tiny, so getting a table if there’s more than two or three of you can be tricky, but trust us, it’s so worth it. Make sure you check them out at their new Little Collins Street location. Kazuki’s from its former Daylesford home to Lygon Street several years ago. Kazuki’s is based on the tradition of ‘Omotenashi’, which refers to an intuitive, kind and distinct Japanese approach to hospitality, it's both one of the more unique experiences and best in Melbourne. The restaurant offers both a set tasting menu and a seasonal à la carte menu, so whether you’re ravenous or curious is irrelevant—they’re both sure to satisfy.
Mains excel including the Mount Macedon Cornfed Duck, and the cocktail game is strong including the spicy Kara-Garita. One top Australian critic told me this was the best sashimi he had ever tasted in the world. Guests can enjoy dishes that draw on the purity and exacting nature of Japanese food but are uniquely Australian . Ruslan is a Melbourne dad who loves coding, travel and flying drones.
Check our recommendations for the Best Seafood Restaurants in Melbourne. We open our look at the best Japanese restaurants in Melbourne with a high-concept gem. Joining the already open tea house and the flash Euro-bistro Omnia, Yūgen set to be a good gauge on how LK Hospitality will sit within the Melbourne scene, while also adding another strong option to South Yarra's dining scene. Momo Roto also offers the option of dine-in or take-away, and is open every Monday – Sunday from 11 am to 8 pm. It is a small squeezy space on the second level of MidCity Arcade, and is not as kid-friendly as some other locations though they do have booths if you can't sit on a high stool next to the train. The BBQ area is darker with large scale graphic artworks on the wall and individual BBQ plates set into each table.
The interior is epic but muted, dignified, almost filmic, suffusing the restaurant with texture, tone and a sense of mystery. On weekdays and Sundays, Melbourne sushi trains tend to close earlier. The service is friendly and fast, and the space is comfortable and kid-friendly. Sushi Jiro Victoria Gardens offer fast and friendly service. There are lots of variety of sushi and desserts available.
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Exquisite sushi and one of the city's finest wine cellars. Now open in massive new digs at Emporium, Calia is all about premium Japanese fusion cuisine. Top eats include crispy roast pork, melt in the mouth Japanese Wagyu and umami fries. Order the matcha lava cake to add a touch of theatre to your meal. Then pop into the retail section for golden truffle salt, Japanese plum wine and gourmet instant noodles.
Sit at the U-shaped bar or share the communal bench with other diners while you enjoy individual atmosphere of this Japanese bistro. If you're looking for some sushi atop a white tablecloth, then Ocha is your best bet. Located in the heart of Hawthorn, japanese takeaway Ocha is refined, elegant and unforgettable. Traditional techniques are combined with sublime imaginative touches to make for a truly memorable meal. Don't be surprised if your sushi arrives at your table like it's been turned inside out or upside down.
All of our signature sauces and condiments are made on site, and our secret recipes are continually tested to guarantee their high standard of quality. Kuni first opened Kuni's restaurant in Crossley Place and later relocated to Little Bourke Street as the business grew. Kunihiro has reflected that operating a Japanese restaurant in those early years was difficult due to a lack of Japanese products in Australia. However, he saw this as a great challenge and creating Kuni's in Crossley Lane gave him a chance to explore his creativity, such as designing his own sushi counter as the local carpenters had never seen or heard of such a thing then. Kunihiro's business partner, Terunobu Hirata still produces the crockery used in the restaurant. In the early days, Kuni found that many Australians were reluctant to eat raw fish and he recalls having to give away sushi in order to persuade people to try raw fish.
The meal is complemented by a vast selection of wine, sake and other drinks of your choice. Hajime is unapologetically high-end, with a price tag to match. It is, after all, the only traditional tempura house in Melbourne. Chef-owner Shigeo Yoshihara got his start in Osaka during the mid-90’s, so you’re in very experienced hands as the 8 or 10-piece tempura and sushi omakase unfolds along with a wide-ranging list of sake and wine.
The rolls and nigiri at the QV sushi train are especially good! They have unique combinations that you won't find anywhere else. The sushi train QV has a great variety of sushi and they are always fresh.
CHIKA translates the izakaya, which is conventionally a cheap, casual drinking place, into something chic and high-class, closely tied to aesthetic taste and class. Not only is dining out in CHIKA a cultural experience, but also a classed one, thereby producing a sign of cosmopolitan consumption. In fact, we made trips to Tokyo to visit those places featured in the book and see what they’re like. Since our time was limited, we hopped from one izakaya to another each night and tried different foods and drinks, talked to people there and got some recommendations from them as to what to check out.
Raw fish aside, sushi trains are an entertaining way to dine, and the casual nature of the experience always makes for a family-friendly meal. A quality sushi joint that serves up fresh, Japanese fare every time, Sushi Hub is the perfect pick for an on-the-go lunch with kids. With locations peppered throughout Melbourne, there's sure to be one close by. From sushi boxes to maki rolls, nigiri and inari, this sushi joint offers all of the kids' (and your!) favourites.
The menu makes decision-making easy and the $7 Sapporo Draught on tap makes it one of our top cheap eats. In true Japanese style, the dining space is tiny, so getting a table if there’s more than two or three of you can be tricky, but trust us, it’s so worth it. Make sure you check them out at their new Little Collins Street location. Kazuki’s from its former Daylesford home to Lygon Street several years ago. Kazuki’s is based on the tradition of ‘Omotenashi’, which refers to an intuitive, kind and distinct Japanese approach to hospitality, it's both one of the more unique experiences and best in Melbourne. The restaurant offers both a set tasting menu and a seasonal à la carte menu, so whether you’re ravenous or curious is irrelevant—they’re both sure to satisfy.
Mains excel including the Mount Macedon Cornfed Duck, and the cocktail game is strong including the spicy Kara-Garita. One top Australian critic told me this was the best sashimi he had ever tasted in the world. Guests can enjoy dishes that draw on the purity and exacting nature of Japanese food but are uniquely Australian . Ruslan is a Melbourne dad who loves coding, travel and flying drones.
Check our recommendations for the Best Seafood Restaurants in Melbourne. We open our look at the best Japanese restaurants in Melbourne with a high-concept gem. Joining the already open tea house and the flash Euro-bistro Omnia, Yūgen set to be a good gauge on how LK Hospitality will sit within the Melbourne scene, while also adding another strong option to South Yarra's dining scene. Momo Roto also offers the option of dine-in or take-away, and is open every Monday – Sunday from 11 am to 8 pm. It is a small squeezy space on the second level of MidCity Arcade, and is not as kid-friendly as some other locations though they do have booths if you can't sit on a high stool next to the train. The BBQ area is darker with large scale graphic artworks on the wall and individual BBQ plates set into each table.
The interior is epic but muted, dignified, almost filmic, suffusing the restaurant with texture, tone and a sense of mystery. On weekdays and Sundays, Melbourne sushi trains tend to close earlier. The service is friendly and fast, and the space is comfortable and kid-friendly. Sushi Jiro Victoria Gardens offer fast and friendly service. There are lots of variety of sushi and desserts available.
Discover the taste of Wagyu at OMI Melbourne Central on the corner of Lonsdale and Swanston Streets. Find the home of premium Wagyu rice bowls at RMIT University city campus and take a break to ref... Discover the taste of Wagyu and K-Pop culture at OMI x KZO Emporium on Lonsdale Street in Melbourne. Experience the best of both Japanese and Korean worlds at this new restaurant, where diners expl... Catch up with friends during the festive season at these group-friendly local venues.
Exquisite sushi and one of the city's finest wine cellars. Now open in massive new digs at Emporium, Calia is all about premium Japanese fusion cuisine. Top eats include crispy roast pork, melt in the mouth Japanese Wagyu and umami fries. Order the matcha lava cake to add a touch of theatre to your meal. Then pop into the retail section for golden truffle salt, Japanese plum wine and gourmet instant noodles.
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