Review Chon Mage Japanese Restaurant - Crows Nest

Was wanting to come here for sometime now, so celebrated an anniversary here with the flagship course. We both loved it! Will definitely come again, wish we came sooner! The hospitality was very welcoming and friendly. The food was top notch and fresh we couldn't find a fault!

Been dining at the long standing Japanese restaurant in Crows Nest for many mnay years. It's a traditional Japanese restaurant. Their sashimi are always above par compared to the rest of Sydney. Always fresh and a more thicker slice. Occasionally, thorough the years, and depending on the fish, they also have the very thinly sliced as well. Grilled kingfish head is also perfect, not too salty and also recommend their tempura, bara sushi, agadashi tofu and grilled ox tongue. The service has always been great here as well - although it may be difficult to book sometimes - especially after covid. Have always recommended this place and will continue to recommend to those who like their sashimi! 👍😋😋

Having lived in Japan for a long time. I can vouch that this is the real deal. Best Japanese that I’ve had since coming back and very authentic. A couple of things though, if you eat here, go for the fish. That’s there specialty. I recommend the sashimi. It’s not so cheap but did feel worth it. Also you’ll need to book. It’s also quite local and not fancy as per say but I think that adds to its charm. Recommended.

A homely slice of japan in the heart of the sydney. I could rave about the immaculate presentation, quality of the seafood and deliciously authentic dishes (particularly the whole fried lemon sole, which is so crispy even the bones make for a cheeky senbei like snack), but i wont. All i have to say is: *SAKE SLUSHY* 🤯🤤

Sashimi and bara sushi were stand out dishes! All the grilled dishes were amazing - the beef tongue, mackerel, wagyu beef and soft shell crab with ponzu was delicious! The entrees of pickled white radish with yuzu flavour was very tasty. The wait staff were courteous and the decor made us feel like we were in Japan. Nice hand wash, moisturiser and hand sanitizer too. The owner also gave us complimentary plum wine which was stellar 😁

I had Sakana-Ya Delux Bento box take away. Absolutely stunning. The quality of the Sashimi is amazingly fresh and delightful. Generous proption and great variety. Highly recommend. (Btw, I lived and worked in Japan for four years so defiantly hold a high bar! What a gem restaurant)

Very good food,great service! We had a wonderful night there.

Authentic Japanese restaurant, on the pricier side but well worth the money as it’s good quality. Exceptional service - non intrusive but attentive. The beef tataki was a bit salty. My fave was the soft bone squid