Reviews Mizu Japanese Restaurant

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Sebastian Maccarrone
+5
The food and service were great. I thought the prices were reasonable.
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Carly Kidston
+5
Beautiful Japanese! So filling and flavourful! And your prices are very reasonable, especially for lunch. Thank you, we'll definitely be back!!!
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Sanni Honey
+5
Had lunch yesterday, the food was very nice
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Tina Bingham
+5
awesome.. you know its good when the place is packed
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Nguyen Minh
+5
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Cheryl Thomas
+5
Mizu is bento perfection. Every element. Can't be faulted.
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Jessica Marie
+5
Dined here for my son’s birthday this evening. The food arrived promptly and was absolutely delicious! Almost wanted to lick my plate, the Teriyaki Salmon was amazing! 😂 Our waitress was very helpful and friendly, even bringing us a free ice cream for the birthday boy. Definitely would eat here again! 🌟
3 months ago
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Angela Smith
+4
A casual Japanese restaurant with delicious food! Mizu has a lovely selection of Japanese food that makes you want to go back and try more. The sashimi is a must, the fish is so fresh and wonderfully prepared, just melts in your mouth. I’m never disappointed, the atmosphere is casual and inviting, the service is great and the food is delicious!
Mar 05, 2019
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Sammy
+4
With a real lack of good Japanese food in the new farm area, we were both surprised we hadn’t given this place a go yet when we came for dinner on Saturday night.

We were seated outside on the street as we requested. The only downside was that the tables outside are really close to each other and I could have easily shook hands with the guy next to us without moving.

I ordered the sake tasting board and hubby had a beer. The four sakes were so varied in taste it was interesting to compare them.

We ordered gyoza, tempura vegetables and the medium sashimi plate and chicken karage. The gyoza were cooked to perfection. The tempura veg had a light and crispy batter and there was lots of variety with the veg. The sashimi was delightful, especially the tuna. The chicken karage was ok. There wasn’t anything bad about it but it didn’t blow me away. We will be back for lunch soon to check out their incredible looking bento boxes!

Service 10/10
Food 8/10
Ambience 8/10
Nov 22, 2018
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Quesarahsarah
+4
Went here with the partner and a friend for Friday night dinner. I had made a reservation beforehand, however there were still some tables available indoors and outdoors.

We ordered some sakes and then perused the menu for share plates. We ordered the:
- Sashimi (medium, 15 pieces): fresh, delicate pieces of tuna, salmon and a white-fish type, that I cannot recall.
- Yasai tempura: a generous serving of perfectly battered and crispy vegetables (broccoli, potato, onion, beans) with a nice dipping sauce.
- Tonkatsu: crispy morsels of panko-fried free range pork fillets - well cooked, still juicy inside.
- Wagyu soy butter: deliciously soft morsels of wagyu beef in a flavourful sauce.
We also ordered individual bowls of steaming white rice as accompaniments.

Casual ambience. Polite, friendly and efficient service. Prices on higher end but for very good quality.

Overall, a lovely restaurant for good quality, no-fuss Japanese food. As my friend also says, we wish that bento boxes are also available for dinner!
Jul 11, 2018
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Nicola
+5
Second time going to Mizu and definitely not disappointed! The staff are all friendly and attentive and the food is amazing. The sashimi is so fresh it almost melts in your mouth, the kingfish shioyaki to die for, the tuna steak is the BEST tuna steak I’ve had in Brisbane and my favourite pickles the tsukemono... I could eat bowls of them! Very generous portions and all the meals were served quickly. I highly, highly recommend you come and try Mizu at least once! Make sure to book ahead as it can get busy especially on the weekends.
May 26, 2018
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Allthingsasian
+4
Fresh and delicious. A surprise in the middle if nowhere. The sashimi is great as well as the beef tataki and best chicken karaage anywhere. If yiu think you locak has the best chicken karaage try Mizu's you won't be disappointed. It has maintained its standards over the years.
Mar 11, 2018
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Matt
+4.5
Great food... More traditional Japanese options compared to another Teneriffe/Newstead restaurant. Range of got and cold sake means there is a variety for every palate. Sushi, shashimi and gyoza was all fresh using obviously quality ingredients. Outside seating a little dark and a little cramped inside so loses a little in ambience but food more than makes up for these shortcomings. Definitely to return.
Oct 31, 2017
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Anthony H
+4.5
Some of the best Japanese food in Brisbane! Dined with family and I would highly recommend the crab and soba salad, as well as the mizupaccio and nasu dengaku if you would like something a little bit different. The Tasmanian roll sushi and sashimi were absolutely delicious, and the Ebi Kushi age was tasty as well.
May 21, 2017
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Hannah K
+3.5
Our go-to restaurant for family celebratory dinners. It was ample outdoor and indoor seating. There is a wide selection of sushi, tapas, salads, mains and sashimi. Its reasonably priced.
Mar 17, 2017
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@enticemebrisbane (Clarissa)
+4
Great sushi, super fresh, well presented and delicious flavour. The karage chicken was amazinggg. A must try if you're visiting Teneriffe area.
Feb 27, 2017
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Alison Read
+4.5
Great setting- plenty of covered outdoor seating. Catch the breeze while you order the meal from the extensive menu. We had yaki gyoza, fresh green salad with ponzu dressing, miso tofu with eggplant and for mains the salmon teriyaki and chicken teriyaki. Meals come out as they are ready so sometimes all in a rush so order some hot and cold dishes. The food was well presented and delicious. Service was efficient yet unobtrusive. Will be back to try more dishes.
Nov 20, 2016
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John Mackay
+4
Recently discovered this excellent restaurant. Have done lunch here several times. Try one of their bento boxes. Delicious interesting food and good value for the portion size. Would recommend.
Oct 27, 2016
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Bridget
+4.5
Have been coming to Mizu for years, never have I ever had a bad experience. Amazing food for such a good price. Always get the bento box or lunch set and can't get enough of it (such big portions).
Sep 27, 2016
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Lambo Blair
+4
Visited Mizu for lunch today and ordered the teriyaki salmon bento, everything was very nice. The miso soup, the sashimi, the teriyaki salmon, the little side dish and rice was super tasty and very enjoyable. Good service and also reasonably priced.
Sep 09, 2016
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Live
+4
Mizu at Teneriffe is one of my favorite Japanese restaurants in Brisbane. Two of my favorite dishes are the black cod saikyoyaki and the Waggu soy butter, cooked perfectly, must try. For dessert their green tea ice-cream is the best, but I'd prefer 2 scoops of ice-cream instead of 3.... Service is always good. However, the price can be a little expensive, but I'd say it's worth it.
Sep 08, 2016
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Mandy B
+4.5
I've eaten here for lunch bento boxes many times, but went there dinner for the first time. Loved it! we tried daily entree specials, kingfish carpaccio and braised pork belly, a small serve of chicken karaage and a main duck dish. It was more than enough food for two people. The kingfish was on par with a dish I ate at Sake recently. Fresh & delicious and at $11 it was an absolute bargain. The braised pork belly was melt in your mouth tender. I can't wait to try their weekend breakfasts.
Jul 28, 2016
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N&M
+4
Food was done well and delivered to the table in a timely manner. We ordered salmon sashimi, prawn and mango, kamo kuwayaki (duck), tofu and nasu dengaku, and the azuki banana chocolate. All dishes were absolutely delicious! (Although I have had better quality sashimi in other restaurants).

Wait staff were friendly and attentive.

Overall good experience and would return if I happened to be in the area.
Mar 19, 2016
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Wilbur75
+4.5
Always great... This time I went for breakfast. I think it must be an undiscovered secret as it isn't busy this time of day. Yummy, you should try!
Mar 14, 2016
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BitCoin Shaman
+5
Wait staff are very attentive and friendly. Although the premises are very small, there is plenty of room to enjoy yourself. The atmosphere is warm and inviting. Sitting out the front is great on such a hot night as you get a great breeze and the local traffic isn't too noisy. All of the food is perfection. The wagyu soy butter is my guilty pleasure. I always have to roll myself out and tonight is no exception. Wonderful as usual.
Feb 28, 2016
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HMF
+4.5
Really high quality Japanese food in a nice laid back area. Mizupaccio sashimi was particularly delightful. Sake is one of my favorite restaurants in Brisbane, and whilst this is slightly more traditional compared to the contemporary menu of Sake, the food is made to a very high quality and the bill won't empty the hip pocket too badly! Highly recommend!
Jan 23, 2016
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Ashlee Theresa
+5
Amazing food, awesome flavours and great, friendly service. Loved the chicken teriyaki and sashimi and sushi rolls! Nice that it has an indoor and outdoor option.
Jan 10, 2016
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AnitaOnChi
+4
Delicious and authentic Japanese for new farm and Teneriffe residents! Good and Fast service by staff, sushi was very fresh, however is a bit of the mid to higher end when it comes to pricing.
Jan 05, 2016
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Katie P
+5
What a gem! A Japanese restaurant that also caters for the breakfast lovers on weekends only. Think bento-style boxes with karage chicken and fresh traditional Japanese selections. This isn't your normal eggs and bacon-fare, bit different and worth it.
Oct 06, 2015
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Vanilla
+3.5
Fresh, fast, friendly, I think we were in & out so fast we did a double take however we certainly weren't rushed by the staff. Good for a quick food fix when you are coming & going on a weeknight or finishing up a show on the weekend
Sep 05, 2015
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Cora Chen
+4.5
We had a lovely meal at Mizu Teneriffe. From the booking stage to the paying stage, service was friendly and accommodating. Food is of decent serving size, which makes sense because they encourage sharing. I still have to come back to try their breakfast sometime.
Aug 13, 2015
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Cora Chen
+4.5
We had a lovely meal at Mizu Teneriffe. From the booking stage to the paying stage, service was friendly and accommodating. Food is of decent serving size, which makes sense because they encourage sharing. I still have to come back to try their breakfast sometime.
Jul 13, 2015
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Ziggie.mia
+4.5
Pretty good food. We tried the gyozas, karaage, pork ton katsu and the miso soup was delicious. The vegetable gyozas were deep fried which isn't very nice

Smaller place and pretty friendly service. Only thing I didn't like was they were packing up the restaurant loudly just after we had finished dinner. Trying to have us "eat and run" which was pretty rude as we were still finishing our drinks
Feb 21, 2015
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Hungarian Sausage
+4.5
Breaking the Breakfast Mould. There's breakfast and then there's a delicious meal. Luckily my bento box ticked the latter. I arrived hungry and hoping for something a little more unusual than the usual breakfast staples. Avocado, museli or eggs weren't on the to-do list this Saturday morning. My curiosity was rewarded the moment I was handed the menu. Eyes drawn to the breakfast special, I ordered swiftly. After the perfect amount of waiting time to read the newspaper (5 articles) I received what I can only describe as a pot of gold at the end of a culinary rainbow. Dull, this was not. I was first struck by the sheer range of players in this matinee movie of a bento box. From star performer smoked fish to cameos by the ever venerable seaweed and chicken karaage. Tried and true miso, an outlier in this case, gave me a steady reminder that this was no ordinary first meal of the day. Rice, unsurprising affable, did its job well. Menu mentioned bonus servings but that was of no need as the potato salad and half boiled egg conquered those available spaces in my belly. Finished with a short black. A milquetoast, lackluster addition, it nevertheless tried its hardest to make an impression. Next time. Yes, you read correct. I'll be back again because this meal certainly made an impression. I'm not certain it was a game changing one, but certainly worthy of exploring more of in the future. 3 1/2 Hungarian Sausages.
Feb 07, 2015
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AT
+4.5
Crab omelette for breakfast!. Absolutely yummy...and great value for money.
Jan 04, 2015
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GoodTimeGal93
+4.5
Fantastic. The food is always amazing, authentic Japanese with a twist. The staff are polite, attentive and knowledgable. A fantastic alternative to some of the 'over done' options in Teneriffe
Sep 21, 2014
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ChrisEats
+4.5
Mizu is definitely worth a visit for a Saturday or Sunday breakfast. Not a huge menu, but breakfast bento or loco Moco have been of consistent quality. Reasonably priced, matcha drinks available for something different. Good staff, tables away from the weather available.

They have stopped accepting amex altogether which is frustrating.
Aug 17, 2014
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Snow
+4.5
Yummylicious. Love the Beef Tataki & sashimi... tofu salad was a 2 thumbs up too... just love the simplicity and the originality of Japanese food here!
Jun 23, 2014
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Remi Wood
+4.5
One word ..... breakfast. The hands down BEST breakfast in Brisbane. What could be better than fried chicken for breakfast. The green tea matcha .... drool!
Apr 08, 2014
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Cruise
+4.5
Top service, great food. Very nice food. Excellent service, can't ask for more!
Jan 26, 2014
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Purplek
+4.5
So good. Whilst it is hard to go past Sono Portside for absolute Japanese perfection, Mizu is a wonderful balance of service, taste and value. Each dish we had tonight was simple and fresh yet full of flair. The service was impeccable and the sake is varied enough to have a bit of fun. The sashimi rates as the best around and the wagyu melts in your mouth. The best casual Japanese in Brisbane, in my humble opinion.
Dec 21, 2013
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40ish
+4.5
The best Japanese in town !. Dollar for dollar Mizu has to be the best value Japanese in town. The food is always exceptional - fresh sashimi, fantastic bento boxes and the sweet potato and chicken salad in Ponzu is to die for.
And its BYO and licensed !
the staff are always attentive and polite too
faultless really
Dec 19, 2013
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Theodore
+4.5
Enjoyable. We had the bento box - teriyaki chicken, was delicious. A little annoyed when half way through the meal the menu was shoved in my face asking if we wanted desert as they kitchen was soon closing. Surely need to allow for that when accepting customers into dine. Service otherwise was quite good.
Aug 20, 2013
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Samara
+4.5
Absolutely ❤ Mizu. I have been to Mizu three or four times and I cannot fault them at all. The service is exemplary, the food is fresh, seasonal and absolutely delicious and the restaurant has such a wonderful atmosphere.

Try the Wagyu Tataki, you will not regret it.
Aug 09, 2013
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Daniella_lim
+4.5
Bento mania. I go to Mizu regularly for their lunch time bento, it's very reasonably priced and you get a little bit of everything. I can't say much about their dinner menu or anything else for that matter as I'm strictly bento when I'm at Mizu.
Aug 05, 2013
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Celia Privet
+4.5
DELICIOUS!. Cannot recommend the Teriyaki Chicken more!! Bring a bottle of wine and enjoy! Simply the best. :)
Jul 10, 2013
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Edna
+4.5
Delicious. Great services and Yummy food. Defiantly be going here again and would recommend to others.
Jun 09, 2013
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Traceyeldon
+4.5
Fantastic. We only live walking distance from mizu and have just discovered it. Its fantastic, the food is absolutely delicious, the staff always friendly and helpful and its perfect for all the family as the kids love the food as well. Great kids choices
Jun 07, 2013
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Lillie Lane
+4.5
So Good!. Mizu is fantastic, I went there with my family (we are all real foodies) and everyone loved it! Needless to say that, that is very rare in our house. The food was beautiful, and the staff were brilliant, great service. They even gave me free desert after finding out it was my birthday. We will certainly be returning to this one!
Jun 04, 2013
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Britty92
+4.5
The food is outstanding. We had the sashimi - so good we got another plate, ebi kushi age, tori kabocha salad, miso, yaki onigiri and the teriyaki chicken skewers (the special). The last time we had sashimi this good was in Japan. definitely going back
May 14, 2013
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Ezrecognise
+4.5
Bento bonanza. The bento lunches at Mizu are the best value in town. Totally legit, they will take you to flavourtown and they cost max $15. In this day and age that is a steal, folks.

the takoyaki is also delicious. the staff are always lovely as well. i drive all the way from the west-side just to enjoy some Mizu foods!
Apr 17, 2013
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J.B
+4.5
Favorite Japanese Restaurant. I haven't tried the dinner at Mizu yet. But the weekend breakfast and usual lunch is great. Love the lunch especially. Sashimi is also decent there. Great value. I only wish that I can go there more often!
Apr 06, 2013
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James
+4.5
Recommended. Best Japanese place in Brisbane (that I have tried).
Mar 22, 2013
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Sessie
+4.5
Situated in a contemporary neighborhood, this alfresco restaurant offers a pleasant atmosphere to dine. The agedashi tofu was very different and at first I was put off by the style on which it was prepared. It came in a thick broth with vegetables and the tofu lacked the crisp skinned nature of its traditional presentation. It was listed as being 'Mizo style' so I accepted their twist and was pleasantly surprised. It was lovely and well balanced. The California hand roll was a special request on my part which the friendly Japanese staff were happy to accommodate. The sashimi platter was pretty and well portioned yet the salmon was underwhelming as it was chewy and fishy in aftertaste indicating it was not that fresh. The maguro made up for it and was wonderful. The sake selection was nice yet it seemed as though I got skimped on the amount I requested with a 150 ml serving looking like a 100 ml serving. The quality however was remarkable. I suggest the yamagashi daiginjo, beautiful! Overall it was a nice change from the upscale fusion sushi places that adorn Brisbane. Worth a visit but there are better spots.
Feb 13, 2013
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C Burns
+4.5
Consistently great!. The staff could not be nicer at Mizu. The food is always fresh and delicious and very reasonably priced - portions are generous. I love to come here with a group of friends and get a bunch of things to share. One of those places I hope never changes
Dec 17, 2012
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Jezsi80
+4.5
Mizu never disappoints. We've been going for years and it is consistently good and affordable for regular visits.
Dec 12, 2012
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AT
+4.5
Went there for my birthday and just had izakaya dishes. Was great and enjoyed it. They should probably have a better location to complement the great food.
Nov 30, 2012
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Foodlover
+4.5
What a wonderful dining experience. Staff were friendly and attentive.mizu platter is a wonderful and fresh selection of sashimi. Absolutely delicious. Will be coming back to try other dishes
Nov 12, 2012
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Kezza
+4.5
Perfectly presented food.. I've eaten at Mizu twice now and adore the place. We usually get smaller dishes to share which is a better way to go than getting a main each. Everything is perfectly presented with clean flavours. Service was attentive and friendly but unobtrusive. The sauces are well balanced, my partner particular enjoyed the sauce on the takoyaki, and I thought my kaiso salad was beautifully dressed. Yes, if you get all the trimmings (we had sake and dessert with our meal) you'll spend a bit but it's not as outrageously expensive as some of the other reviews say. We are reasonably small eaters and don't eat huge amounts of meat, if you like to get a 350 gram steak when you go out for dinner this might not be the right place for you but otherwise I highly recommend it. Try the agedashi tofu, the broth is delicious!
Nov 10, 2012
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HuDN
+4.5
The best bento box in town. Authentic Japanese. A locals favourite
Nov 10, 2012
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KJM
+4.5
Lovely breakfast. Great little place and refreshingly authentic Japanese food for a change. One issue tho - the Okonomiyaki was not what I remember it to be - 2 tiny little potato cakes - disappointing as this was my favourite thing to eat in Japan so was hanging for it. Anyhoo, service was excellent and food did taste yummy!
Sep 22, 2012
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Zilla Darling
+4.5
Authentic Japanese cuisine. They have really great fresh specials. Try the beef tataki
Sep 22, 2012
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Adda
+4.5
Boom great food. Sushimi is to die for the tuna is outstanding. Tempura is another standout.
Aug 18, 2012
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Cassie Keegan
+4.5
Amazing food. My fiance and I found this hidden little gem the other night when we were craving Japanese. We are so happy that we went to Mizu - instead of ordering main meals we chose a selection of entrees and we were not let down. The prawn balls on skewers served with wasabi mayonnaise were leaving me wanting more. The sushi was fresh and delicious, but the star of the night was the pork belly. We will definately be coming back to this one.
Jun 23, 2012
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Mark Schramm
+4.5
Pleasant surprise. I'm not an expert in Japanese food, but there was nothing we had here that disappointed - each of the 4 starters we had set the mouth watering - good stuff
Jun 02, 2012
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Food Glorious Food
+4.5
Good but pricey. The food was definitely good, but I have to say it was a little n the pricey side. I would go to a lot of other Japanese places at better prices
May 24, 2012
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Shayne Herriott
+4.5
Good food, would suggest sharing a few starters.. The food here was very high quality and authentic. If you are concerned about price, I would recommend sharing a few starters, rather than ordering a main.
Mar 22, 2012
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KP
+4.5
Quality, every time.. Yes Mizu is a little bit more expensive than your average Japanese diner but the quality and authenticity cannot be beaten. Better than anywhere in Brisbane, Mizu captures "the vibe" of Japanese cooking and its key flavours - the dashi, soy, mirin combinations, the instantly recognisable "Japanese" tastes.

The restaurant is also more laid back and lacking the pretentiousness (and genericness?) of other Japanese restaurants in the same price range (for example Sono or Sake.)

If you get a bento box at any time of the day I guarantee you will leave satiated and satisfied.
Mar 22, 2012
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New Farm Local
+4.5
Three times and still the charm. We have visited Mizu three times and love it more and more.
The food is amazing and simple. Always fresh and flavorsome. You can see the great care taken by the chef in the detailed presentation of the food as well as taste in every bite.

The service is genuine and friendly. It is definitely worth a try.
Jan 31, 2012
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Flauteklautz
+4.5
Good japanese breakfast~. Love the Japanese Style Breakfast...dont think you can find it anywhere else in Brissy??

Menu for Dinner is abit too pricey..
Jan 30, 2012
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Jim
+4.5
Great value lunch. I'd always heard that Mizu was expensive, and maybe the dinner is, but $12 for a bento box (or $22 for the deluxe version with sashimi and tempura prawn/veg) is amazing, especially when it's clearly as fresh as possible. I had the deluxe karaage bento box, which was deliciously morish. I'd bet that the gyoza were made in-house, they were delicious and rustic and moist. Much better than mass-produced rubbish you so often get. I've read a few reviews complaining about the wait times for a meal, but I found it reassuring to know that there was actually a chef in there doing something to make our meals in the 15-20 minutes we waited. I'd much rather that, than have it magically appear within 5 minutes. That doesn't speak freshness to me. Overall very impressed and can't wait to try it again
Dec 05, 2011
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Steve L
+4.5
The food was nice and fresh, albeit a bit expensive.
Oct 27, 2011
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Barwang
+4.5
Fresh and very tasty!. A little gem in New Farm. Smaller portion sizes, but full of flavour and always fresh tasting. Just lovely!
Sep 30, 2011
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Food Karma
+4.5
You pay for what you get but you do get exceptional service & quality food. We arrived 10mins before they opened but instead of making us wait in the cold the lovely staff welcomed us in. We decided not to order a main but instead order an array of appetizers. I was worried after the 1st dish when the wagyu tataki was chewy. Turns out there was an error & it was not sliced thin enough- we got a personal apology from the head Chef & were given a complimentary dessert to make up for it, even though we assured him that it was not necessary- now that is exemplary customer service. Back to the delicious food- It was a toss up for me between the Gyoza & the chicken kara-age for my favourite dish of the night. My partner on the other hand loved the tofu and nasu dengaku. In saying that, the stand out item was an amazing toffee covered shredded sweet potato that came with the choc, strawberry & bean spring rolls! A unique dessert that you just have to try! There is also a chicken or fish option for the kids which includes free ice-cream & was a massive hit with my little one. Overall a great experience, but not cheap. Don't let the price tag stop you from enjoying this little gem.
Jul 15, 2011
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Zoe Seven
+4.5
Pork Belly was very tender and easily washed down with a hot fragrant sake recommended by staff. Better quality Japanese than most of the run in Inner Brisbane area. Order the Crispy chicken just for the delicious dressing that comes with it.
Jul 10, 2011
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GB
+4.5
Always love coming here. Great food. Great for kids...mine eat it all & lick the plate clean (free icecream with kids meal). Breakfast there is good too
Jul 09, 2011
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Joe's Diner
+4.5
Ordered the Mizu & Chicken Bento box for lunch and was very impressed with how good everything tasted. The crispness of the tempura batter was best I have ever had including Sono at portside. The service was very efficient and courteous and delivered with a smile. Highly recommend.
Jun 26, 2011
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Suitie
+4.5
Fantastic and authentic Japanese food and service!. After visiting Japan at the end of February I was craving some delicious and authentic Japanese food. Brisbane has quite a few Japanese restaurants nowadays, but many are stuck in the "deep fry the lot" are of Japanese cuisine... So after careful consideration I decided to visit Mizu for my birthday this year with 3 friends. I'd booked a table in advance and luckily I did, as it gets very busy at Mizu (the restaurant was almost full on a Tuesday night) plus it was raining.

We started off with the takoyaki, tofu and nasu dengaku, and the wagyu beef special. All three dishes were fantastic quality and immaculately presented, and we all agreed that the serving size was just right. Although I could have quite happily eaten a bowl of takoyaki...

For mains we ordered the seafood tempura, the black cod grilled with miso special, and the beef special. The seafood tempura was deliciously crunchy and well-cooked, and was very similar to a tempura dish we tried whilst enjoying a special kansai dinner in Japan. The fish was the most delicious fish dish I've ever had, with its perfectly balanced combination of fish and miso sauce. The fish was also perfectly cooked and was silky to eat.

For dessert we shared a kurogoma cake, which was very reminiscent of some of the Japanese sweets we had; that is, they were more of a "savoury sweet" than a sugar explosion. The black sesame flavour was pleasent, although I thought that it did not go well with the umeshu (sweet plum wine, like a muscat).

Two of us also indulged in the sake tasting, where for $12 you can try four different types of sake. To finish off our meal we had the traditional green tea.

The layout of the restaurant is quite cosy, and the decor is a modern Japanese theme. The seats were comfortable and the tables didn't wobble (a pet peeve of mine). The service was fantastic with all dishes served with a smile. The waitresses were very attentive and knowledgeable, and the service was prompt. Be aware that the dishes are not served at the same time, to allow for the table to eat one dish whilst it is at its best.

Overall the prices were very reasonable and the bill came to just over $50 per person, including drinks. The only downside was the parking issue that is omnipresent in Teneriffe. We will definately be returning!
May 12, 2011
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30centcone
+4.5
Rubber stamped by a Native JP.. We are loyal patrons of Mizu and their epic Japanese food. Our visits total approx 15x and not a disappointment. Always fresh, always delicious with acceptable prices.
The lunch menu represents the best value. Eg Bento Box.
Atmosphere/Decor is authentically Japanese, intriguing yet not over done. Subtle attention to detail is the key here.

If you want to eat good food --> Go Here.
Jan 04, 2011
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Thamol
+4.5
One of the best breakfasts in Brisbane and at a decent price.
Sep 22, 2010
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I Love Food
+4.5
Fresh Japanese. Mizu is only a small restaurant but the food and staff are awesome. Always something interesting on the special board and my favourite is their sashimi - very fresh and great quality. Have also tried their sushi making class which is good fun too - and you get to eat what you make. Great little venue.
Jun 06, 2010
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R13117
+4.5
Local Japanese. I love going to Mizu for lunch. They are priced well and serve great Japanese food. The service is also great.
May 31, 2010
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Jazc
+4.5
The range of dishes is quite limited compared to some other good Japanese restaurants in Brisbane. There is no atmosphere to talk about. Yet quality food and good service make up for it. Their Japanese breakfast (wknd only) is a lovely alternative to the usual cafe brunch fare around the area
May 16, 2010
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Dobsessed
+4.5
Simple, delicate flavours. Wanna go back.
Jul 09, 2009
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Riini
+4.5
The price is not cheap but the quality and cooking is also top notch.
Mar 20, 2011
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Brisbane Devoured
+4.5
Foodwise, everything is decidedly Japanese, from the okonomiyaki (savoury pancakes with rocket, BBQ sauce, mayo, seaweed and pickled ginger), to the Mizu omelette of either soy glazed roasted pumpkin and sweet potatoes, or fresh crab meat and shallots.
Nov 05, 2012
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Delicioux
+4.5
Today is the Spring Equinoux in Southern Hempsiphere. It is also the Mid-Autumn Festival (aka Moon Festival) in Asian countries. From tomorrow I'll be writing about our recent culinary trip to Japan! I've planned this for a few weeks and it is a massive t
Sep 22, 2010
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Melissa Loh
+4.5
Overall, a really nice eat with small to moderate portions, but a little pricey for my tastes.
Dec 03, 2009
5
Nick Gentner
+5
This is a very cool Japanese restaurant! The sushi is top notch here, as is any dish on their menu. Plus they have an interesting, if short, wine list. This place definitely comes recommended
5
Jonathan Law
+5
This is one of the more affordable yet tasty Japanese restaurants in Brisbane. You can take your family there and dine out with friends while enjoying their signature lunch special, chirashi which is also available on weekends. I definitely highly recommend the chirashi dish for those who enjoy fresh sashimi at a very affordable price. The tempura is also a dish that is done to perfection. There isn't anything that I could fault. Staff were generally friendly and helpful. The restaurant was clean and street parking was surprisingly plentiful (or maybe it was just by coincidence I parked right in front of the restaurant). Definitely do give this place a try if you haven't already done so!
5
Eri
+5
I’ve been there first time. It was great time with my friends and we really enjoyed Chirashi sushi. All fishes are fresh and so tasty. Just remain restaurant at Hosokawa. I will definitely come back there.
5
Joe Khoo
+5
Pleasantly surprised to see a Japanese restaurant with a Japanese Chef (Hosokawa San) and Japanese wait staff. Warmly greeted, we are promptly shown to our table. Our lunch is served in under 20 minutes. The Sashimi Bento and Teriyaki Salmon are good while the Chirashi is exceptional with a very generous serving of mixed Sashimi. Highly recommended!
5
Mat Allan
+5
Probably the best value for money (quality vs cost) Japanese restaurant in Brisbane! 🍣🍙 Mizu is an underrated gem. The staff are kind and the food is amazing. Highly recommend the eggplant 🍆 miso dish (authentic menu). It is excellent 🤤
4
channelle mayson
+4
Recently ordered takeaway from here. The food was really enjoyable. Well put together and delicious. The only negivate for me was the price difference between the standard Benton box and a deluxe Benton box. Both boxes had identical amount of food except for in the deluxe box you got some tempura. For an extra $14 you got 4 tempura pieces, 1 prawn, 2 pumpkin and 1 zucchini. I thought it was very expensive for what you got. I'd recommended going for the standard box. the deluxe was very underwhelming and i felt ripped off.
5
Isdoleia Wu
+5
We ordered Wagyu beef, Sashimi Bento box and Salmon roll today. The fish, Salad/veggies are both very fresh. Yummy TangYung Fried chicken coming with the Sashimi bento + Mini dumplings, Miso soup❤.. we are definitely going back again!! The Chirashidon is our always order favourite dish as well.
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