Japanese cuisine: the best places to taste it in Camberwell

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"I tried their curry and it was delicious! Can’t wait to try other menu.The service was just amazing!! I definitely recommend this..."

Miyu Cheers

"really lovely, caring staff and a super aesthetic interior! feels like good, home cooked japanese food that’s been elevated a little bit with..."

MELBFOODIEEE

"Hibiki is one of my friends favourite cafes, so I was pretty excited when a couple of friends and I decided to go for a Sunday brunch outing...."

Nicole

"Our visit to hibiki was amazing and we were presented with very innovative asian-inspired dishes. The udon carbonara was delicious, creamy and full..."

Joyce Lin

"I had a lot of thoughts after dining in at hibiki, so i will go ahead and list the pros and cons:Pros ✅✅-Excellent service, excellent..."

JunGoesToEat

"Hibiki is a great place to eat out whether it is for brunch, breakfast, a quick coffee stop, lunch or a fancy dinner (only on some days!). We ordered..."

Tamara

"What a cute little place to break our restaurant drought, post covid-19 lockdown restrictions. Situated on Toorak Rd camberwell. The decor and mood..."

Tofi

"These guys tick all the boxes! Have recently starting getting takeaway coffee alot more from here since the lock down, we picked up dinner last night..."

Loren Whitefield

"I love that the food is different to your standard brunch location but still tasty. Menu is intriguing and service was..."

Lilzab

"Best brunch place..."

Eza Piyasena

"Quite decent brunch cafe with original and Japanese orientated food. Nice vibe and great service from the staffs. As my perception of brunch is quite..."

ARMANEATS

"Sixth time here and the food and service never disappoint. Tried the new soufflé pancake and it was divine. Love everything about this place and the..."

Dewgongjp

"Rate: 4.2/5☆彡 Came here for Tuesday late lunch - was lucky to get instant seating for 2 at the bench! It was quite busy! We ordered: Smashed..."

Jade

"Loved my kansai’s takoyaki with grilled halloumi (extra $4) for lunch today! The poached eggs were perfect and the grilled flat bread with kewpie..."

Lily

"Buddha bowl with tuna is excellent, healthy and delicious. The slow cook lamb is very tasteful. But the drinks can be..."

Gourmet Explorer

"I have been wanting to visit Hibiki for the longest time but only had a short while before a hair appointment nearby. I grabbed a strong almond milk..."

Espy Eats

"Food is really good, coffee is nice. Friendly staff. Will definitely come..."

Henry

"Came here for brunch on a Sunday afternoon. It was busy inside and we waited 15 minutes for a table (we had seating by the window). Very worth the..."

Jasmin Dennis

"Such an interesting and unique brunch menu. The service was great here and the food was unreal. One of the better breakfasts in..."

Olivia B

"I have been to Hibiki for both brunch and dinner and been extremely satisfied both times. For brunch I got the Hibiki Benedict - the flavour combo..."

The Brunchabout Diaries

"Hey, a big shout out to this cafe because they have amazing services and also mouthwatering dishes! Tried the kinoko collection and also curry rice..."

Kayleen Chua

"Curry rice and egg benny is really nice! Love the ceramics as well.Gorgeous Japanese fusion cafe. They offer seasonal coffee from Japan as..."

Sally

"Absolutely fantastic coffee, some of the best I've had in Melbourne. Staff are very friendly and efficient, always making you feel welcome even when..."

Em

"Beautiful Japanese inspired brunch. Coffee is very decent. Kinoko collection is utterly delicious, a must try dish for mushroom lovers. We found..."

Valerie

"Hibiki has been on my list for a long time, always so packed even early in the morning. We came at around 10ish and luckily got the last table..."

Eliza T

"I visited this Japanese cafe and it’s been on my list for a while now so when I walked in I managed to get the last seat in the house, thanks to..."

Timinmelbourne

"I love the food even they don’t have Zomato gold I still go and recommend it to so much friends, and might be go here once a week but, yes..."

Zang Hong Yue

"Hibiki Camberwell is a busy little cafe located along a pretty busy road.. we didn’t have time to wait for a table and decided to just sit on one..."

Kerli Kerli Kerli

"The food is definitely interesting and unique. The service is great! Only problem is that I was charged for a coffee that was cancelled and didn't..."

Elaine Ong

"**4.5**The food was really good and I can't wait to be back to try out other stuff on the menu. Everything sounds so yum but I only have one..."

Fishiee

"Went here for a brunch on a Saturday morning. The place is definitely very popular, especially on a weekend, so definitely be prepared for a wait if..."

Eating Happiness

"Extreme value for the delicious food we had. Despite being a busy day, food was delivered promptly with good service. Coffee was also so fragrant we..."

MinTing Tan

"Arrived at 10am and Hibiki was half full- phew. This place is notorious for its long waiting list so I was pretty pleased with the sacrifice of some..."

Ionathegenie

"Long wait-Lloyd que today..."

Chris NG

"I loved this small cafe, it was decorated quite beautifully and the atmosphere was great. The staff were friendly, service and food was fast, and the..."

Jes

"Love the kinoko collection. The dishes are made so creatively and with a lot of different textures. Hojichai latte was interestingly tasty and so was..."

Rin

"Walked in on a Saturday morning hungry and left satisfied.The cafe was packed full of people and we were lucky to get a place by the bench. We..."

Greg

"Such a refreshing take on Japanese influenced Cafè food. Had the kinoko collection and the pork shoulder Benedicto, both were delicious! They have..."

Davide EklipseMedia Cilloni

"Been here before for brunch and was a great experience. But let's talk about their dinner service. We were happy to find out they did..."

ABC Eats🍜🍙🍩

"Great food! Love the mushroom dish with fried enoki, medley of different fungus and toasted bread. Also had the french toast which was lovely and..."

Mi55Bee

"*Rating: 4.5*I'm glad Hibiki made it onto the Zomato Gold menu (not that I needed any extra incentive to return!). This gem of a place has..."

Abigail Pinto

"Food is very good and staff are all friendly. proportion is also very satisfied. Quite busy Saturday noontime but I am not surprised. I sure will..."

Zhe Chen

"Ordered the Honey Toast and Okonomiyaki, both were pretty good though okonomiyaki portion could probably go a tad bigger :) Latte and Matcha latte..."

Wilko Tea

"Visited this place over the weekend and I can’t rave about it enough. I love the cool decor of the place and the staff are so friendly. There was a..."

Willtravelforfood17

"[Overall Rating: 8.5/10]Modern, clean and unique cafe that offers delicious Asian fusion brunch food! If you're sick of the usual smashed avo,..."

S Yeoh

"The food was pretty good and the staff were friendly. However it was very disappointing to find that we had booked a table for 6 people one month in..."

MSG_Traveller

"Fantastic experience at Hibiki Camberwell ! Staff were friendly and helpful in recommending their popular dishes. The smashing japan dish was unlike..."

Judy

"Have only been there for coffees before and its always been nice. Booked dinner and it turned out be a great night out. We ordered the..."

Eating Away Melbourne

"One of my new favourite brunch spots in Melbourne. @hibiki.melbourne has a great selection of Japanese breakfast and lunch options sure to satisfy..."

Van Nguyen

"Hibiki is a tiny but popular café and bar on Toorak Road, Camberwell. It is Japanese inspired, brunch, lunch, sushi and bar. On a weekday morning,..."

Melbourne Lifestyle Blog

"Food was delicious; ordered the kiniko collection and loved every bit of it. My friend ordered the prawn tempura burger w lotus chips which was super..."

Janna Beh

"3.5Cute Japanese inspired brunch place.The place doesn't look big from the outside but there was an outdoor area at the back. The area..."

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"Came here for Sunday brunch. The place was packed. Staff was attentive and friendly. Food was top notch and flavoursome. Definitely will be coming..."

Dewgongjp

"The food is great. And the price is reasonable. Good place to share with friends. Will come every week with family and friends. Please come and make..."

Candice Huang

"Excellent experience! A beautiful interior, open and inviting. The food is delicious and has some unique touches which adds excitement when ordering...."

Foodies.and.Coe

"Always been a fan of japanese food, so i decided to try this japanese inspired cafe. Overall was pretty good, nice coffee and matcha..."

TheTwinsDiary

"Everything you’d expect from the instagrammable decor. Good coffee and beautiful food. Service was friendly. Burger was a good size and definitely..."

Mistermister

"Absolutely loved this place! Great atmosphere and great food. My breakfast was delicious - really well seasoned mushrooms and a perfectly poached..."

Sarah

"A bright, light-filled, airy cafe with great food, I can see why this brunch place has such a high rating! The service was great, despite it being so..."

Miss Noms

"Friendly staff and very helpful. Food is delicious and matcha toastie is definitely needed to try. The custom coffee machine is the..."

Matcha Lover

"Small and cosy cafe, very friendly staff. I had the Kinoko Collection, absolutely delicious, crunchy assorted mushrooms with japanese milky toast,..."

Joey

"Came here for breakfast on a Sunday. It was easier than we expected to find a park - snagged one right out the front, which is always a treat...."

Snackloverbaby

"Love the food. The okonomiyaki was pretty good in Australian standards. Their version of smash avo was tasty and love the lotus roots..."

Coco F

"One of my favourite cafes in Melbourne - serving some of the most authentic Japanese fusion dishes I’ve ever had. That sounds like an oxymoron but..."

Nini Foodie

"The name Hibiki refers to the word echo, which is a perfect match to the soulful tunes played there. The coffee has an interesting and delightful..."

SuziEats

"Went to Hibiki for brunch and we ordered Smashed in Japan and Middle Meets East. Both of us love the food and the waitresses were really polite...."

Jelly9449

"Absolutely in love with the atmosphere and I can’t wait to try the other dishes. The device was acceptable and the wait time wasn’t long either...."

Nathan Zhao

"Such an on point on trend cafe for this time. Clearly this place is all about Japan and everything about this place ties back to the theme. The white..."

ABC3147

"Hibiki is the perfect marriage of Japanese food and brunch and as a lover of both, I was eager to swing by. Honestly, I could come back order every..."

Decent Feed

"Hibiki stays true to its rating - interesting and delicious.The coffee is great. The mushroom collection is both visually beautiful and..."

JiTe

"A Japanese influence cafe. Has a backyard which is pet friendly. Coffee is very decent. Food choice is very fusion Japanese influence on traditional..."

Roland_8

"I really liked the variety of Japanese fusion brunch dishes available at this cute cafe in Camberwell.I ended up getting the Jap pancakes..."

Connie

"Hibiki was great. nice atmosphere and cozy/warm. friendly staffs and a variety of choice of coffee. Average flavour -i have noticed that Barnstaple..."

Russ Yeo Joon Yoon

"If you love Japanese cuisine and speciality coffee, Hibiki is the cafe for you. They have an exciting menu of delicious food and excellent filter..."

Brendan Wong

"Definitely a hidden gem of Japanese restaurant. The Teishoku is the best. It is really a traditional Japanese set meal with different side dishes,..."

Mel K

"Had a spontaneous dinner at Hibiki's. Loved every bit of it. Very different & unique type of Japanese food that isn't common. Definitely come back..."

Erin Liew YZ

"I liked the japanese fusion brunch/lunch menu, with so many interesting dishes on the menu, it was not an easy decision. Seeing the visual menu using..."

Alice

"Went there after hearing a lot of great reviews the food was great I had the burger and my friend the mushroom jaffle the coffees were amazing and..."

Dharshan dhamodharan

"Really nice place with simple interior design. Menu items are very simple, yet look and taste great. Coffees were really nice and smooth. Service was..."

Ryan W

"Over all nice experience, cool selection of Japanese fusion but I was a little disappointed with the teishoku I ordered as the salmon was really the..."

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Sakura Inn

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"Wanted somewhere close, quick and convenient to grab a bite to eat. Found this place is not only good, it is reasonably priced as well. the food is..."

Srslyfoods

"Prices are reasonable. Friendly staff and great service. Has been a family restaurant ever since it's opened. If you are not too picky on Japanese..."

Emma Donald

"This place is amazing! It’s relatively cheap, great portion size and amazing taste! I’ve been to japan twice and this place makes food just as..."

Merrilee Christoforou

"Best Chicken Katsu curry and fried rice! such good value for money too, very generous portion sizes and absolutely delicious. Service was great..."

Meg

"I eat hear alot, during lunch. Thier food is well priced and always delicious! Very consistent in quality. If your in the neighbourhood and need a..."

Jacob Eats

"Another nice local Japanese restaurant. Therestaurant but it did feel like “just another” great Japanese place to eat. The..."

Jason Sekula

"Ordered the deluxe sushi platter and some hand rolls for my 3 kids. Been suggested by the waitress that I better order less sushi platter as probably..."

KAMNCR

"We come here regularly to enjoy their fresh sashimi and sushi, chicken katsu curry don, and the vegetarian tempura and croquettes. The sakura maki..."

KN J

"Everything you order is delicious! Freqient visitor, only lack in getting drinks when It's busy. But overall it small and quaint and a special..."

Frances Campbell

"Went in around 11:30 and there was hardly any people, in fact we were the only ones dining in. The service wasn't the best, the woman wasn't rude or..."

Amber Lip

"Best Japanese!!! Love coming here for dinner! The vegetable Gyoza's are a favourite for me and the vegetable tempura- however I don't like the..."

Harriet Palmer

"Lantern lighting and well set out seating. A wide range of dishes to pick from. Croquettes are compact with a light crumbled coating. Takoyaki is..."

Cookielessvee

"Came here for dinner recently. The staff were really friendly - good service! I had the chirashi don which was pretty good. Can't wait to come..."

Jaydaysss

"What a local gem! Delicious Japanese food! Quick lunch place to a nice family dinner. Service, size and price all excellent. Chicken katsu done..."

Eeyore

"Went there on Saturday lunch, we got in very early, and were the only customers there. Food was very fresh and big in serving. Will definitely going..."

Peggypeipei

"Casual Japanese joint perfect for a cheap but delicious eat. Received wonderful reception from staff members; very attentive and quick moving. Food..."

Cynthia Giang

"We had a table booked for 7:30pm on a saturday night but had to wait while others with no table booking were served. They were very slow cleaning off..."

Lisa Moss

"Enjoyed coming here. Staff are friendly and accommodating. Chicken curry is delicious. The sushi is also good and fresh. Prices aren't bad, can..."

Theresa Trann

"We live in the area and this is our go-to restaurant. Wait staff are very friendly and manage to fit us in on busy nights when we show up without a..."

Jdwq

"Spacious dining area, great food, awesome service and good money value for big portion dishes. We've had chicken curry don and chicken teriyaki don..."

Mo Mrz

"Came for dinner here after making a booking. Impressive decor, and really nice ambience. Great place for casual dining. We ordered a bottle of sake...."

Stephanie Papazois

"Very nice local gem!! Really good value and high quality Japanese food. We LOVED all of the dishes except for the black sesame ice-cream which was a..."

Travelling Palate

"Lucky to have a Japanese gem so close to our house. I'd go here twice a week if Little Chief would let me, clean and fresh Japanese. Sushi is made..."

DRuz

"Japanese fresh food with all the presentation, skill and service.You will receive a very good lunch or dinner here. The restaurant serves..."

Christopher & Marian

"Had prawn Gyoza , and chicken sukiyaki Gyoza fresh and hot but blandChicken dish much betterGood valueWe sat at the only 2..."

Mandja

"My wife and I love coming here, the food is very good, and the service is quick and efficient. We love that it is quite children friendly,..."

Tate Sullivan

"Amazing! This beautifully decorated cozy space is Officially our new fav jap place! Wide variety of dishes, affordable prices, good portions, fresh..."

May

"Great find! Local Japanese place, very popular, great menu, beautiful food, good price and BYO.My new favourite place. Ordered lots of..."

Ree Faulkner

"This hidden little gem in Camberwell is a definite must try! This authentic traditional japanese restaurant has the best interior designs I have ever..."

Curistul

"One of our favourite places to eat. Good service, good value with genuine good quality produce. Highly recommended and a must try place for us when..."

Ker Fern Tan

"I'm a fan of dons of all varieties and the sashimi Don didn't disappoint. Service was a bit slow though so that detracted from the experience. Great..."

Rahul Barmanray

"Solid Japanese place. Sushi is always fresh by a sushi chef. Good are always nice. Very friendly staff serving you. And best of all the prices are..."

Alvin Wong

"I love this place! The sushi is delicious, especially the Maki sushi rolls. I have had takeaway and eaten here many times and it's a solid favourite...."

Edwina AC

"Nice Japanese food with solid dinner boxes. The ice cream is delicious and the restaurant has a very authentic decor. Cost wise is fair and is often..."

Matthew Rock

"Sakura Inn is an authentic Japanese restaurant. Their service is always polite and friendly. We ordered ox tongue, octopus balls, pork ramen and..."

Hello World!

"Come here all the time. Customer service is amazing. Always quick and delicious! Best cripsy chicken sushi i've ever had. They always use fresh..."

Rosie

"Always accommodating even without a booking and when they are really busy. Friendly and informative staff. The food is really tasty. When it comes to..."

Louise Lonergan

"Love this place! I know I can always come here, get a quiet table at 5pm on at the window and eat some delicious food!My favourites are the..."

Insta_G_Chefram

"Went here for the first time with a friend the other day, didn't end up getting a main meal, just a selection of entires, all of which were very..."

Charlotte Rose Nicholson

"Service, food are both exceptional. Be aware that there is a $30 minimum on card transactions. Otherwise fantastic quick Japanese cuisine that I..."

Brod Asakura

"Popped by this place for dinner and wasn't disappointed! A delicious spread for 2 consisting of the regular sushi set, ox tongue, octopus balls and..."

Jo

"Great simple but fresh and authentic food and excellent service plus BYO too. Couldn't ask for more.. Will def be back..."

Akadavidwebb

"Amazing!. Before discovering Sakura Inn, I never really enjoyed Japanese food but since Sakura has stepped into my world, I absolutely love the food..."

Ezzie37

"Black Sesame Icecream. Extremely delicious and creamy with sesame..."

Yen4life

"Good for the price. It's not amazing top market Japanese cuisine but for what you pay it is very good.Atmosphere is excellent, it's all..."

Dan Stuart

"Delicious food. Great service. Food arrived very quick and tasted..."

ROON

"Pass the Wasabi!. Wasn't sure if we should try this place because of all the different negative/positive reviews, but then decided to try it for..."

FoOdHoLiC

"Wonderful place. As a local, my family eat here quite regularly and absolutely love it. Although the service after seating takes some time to..."

Dorian

"A local fav for my boyfriend and I. Love the friendly staff and traditional chef making fresh sushi as you order. Can always rely on getting a great..."

Positive Peach

"Great authentic menu and very fresh. Open Mondays. Service..."

Christian

"Satisfaction!. Sakura Inn is a satisfying dining experience. Authentic Japanese dishes and decor, plentiful servings, comfortable atmosphere and..."

Martine

"Love this place. This has become a regular for us. Food is consistently well-prepared and tasty. Clearly, has built up quite a following, as it is..."

Susanna

"Nice place and good service,small business but very authentic Japanese food~ I went there a few times with friends. We all love the small dishes,..."

Caroline

"Good service, packed house... Seemed rushed. Unfortunately a few issues on our first visit here - there was white plastic wrapping scraps in one of..."

KrissyD

"Great Place. We made a last minute booking at Sakura last night and despite the fact that they were packed and had two groups in their small..."

Yum Yum

"Great Value.. We have dined here twice in the last 2 weeks and have been delighted on both occasions. Greeted at the door with a welcoming smile, the..."

Peter Howard

"Our fortnightly local. My fiancee and I live down the road from Sakura Inn and dine here casually around twice a month. The food is excellent for the..."

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