Really delicious food - tofu with eggplant, vegetable pancake. Lovely,friendly service
Peko peko gives off an edgy, modern vibe for a chill hangout over some japanese food.
Service: 2/5
Definitely something they can work on, wait staff seemed very inexperienced and blunt. I felt i had to show myself to my own table and guide the waiter.
Food: 4/5
The soba salad and kara age were definitely a hit! Soba salad had the most delicious, creamy sauce that was very generously provided; so much that i could mix rice in to flavour that as well. Chicken was cooked to perfection and super crispy, hard to fault anything with fried chicken! Food was small in portions but high in quality so i’m happy!
Overall, I would give this place a 3.5/5, despite their service needing some work, the food delicious at a reasonable price and i would definitely return!
Peko peko at Fitzroy. Small and cosy environment with good service and nice delicious Japanese casual dinning cuisine. I had the lunch with the karage chicken with rice. It is deep fried so well that hot juicy and tasty. Definitely will come back to try other dishes.
Been here twice now and very impressed both times. In a word.... honest. Simple menu done really really well. Every dish was delicious, couldn't fault anything. Food was quick and the service was friendly. Cozy romantic feel.
Love noodles and this one was tasty. Highly recommended. We went for a team lunch and I really enjoyed the meal. Service can be a bit varied but overall, it is somewhere we frequent for team lunches. Would give dessert a miss though.
What a bloody gem. This is my go to local Japanese restaurant and if someone suggests any other, you better hold me back. I've never had an average dish here they have all been delicious!!! And it's only a few shops down from Messina. Like what more could I possibly ask for? Only flipside is it's sometimes hard to get the waiter's attention but the food totally makes up for it.
Jeffrey Ja'Quaelah Pan
+4.5
Ordered the Sakedon, very freshly prepared. You can see the kitchen from where you're sitting. We were seated at the share table on above the kitchen. Might be best to make a booking if you're planning on eating here if you don't want to use the share tables.
i love what these guys can produce in such a tiny kitchen.
always good. the service is good too.
everything is fresh and made with love.
Came here for mid week dinner with a friend and really enjoyed it!
Cosy space, younger crowd, friendly and welcoming service, food came out fast and menu offering the typical dishes you'd expect from a casual Japanese bistro. We had the agedashi tofu, okonomiyaki, teriyaki don and sashimi don - can recommend all of these.
Great private room upstairs that would be perfect for a larger group of 6-10
Would definitely come back to this great Smith St option!!
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Simply Great Food!
In a casual and relaxed environment this place delivers.
The food we shared was all very good and considering the price, offers terrific value for money. Money aside, if the foods average then everything else is out the window. Nothing out the window here, trust me.
Miso soup was good and the Sweet Potato Gyoza....excellent!!!! Different to most Gyoza in texture, but I think these guys have it right.
The Salmon Sashimi was simply served(well) and very fresh. No BS just VG. The Chopped Tuna Sumisoae and avocado was a treat. Very delicate and smooth textures, definitely prepared with love.
I have only had Okonomiyaki a few times, but theirs was the best. Soft Shell Crab was good, have had better IMO, perhaps not as crispy as I prefer, but this may not necessarily be a better thing for some?
I am sure their Chicken Currydon is very popular, as it was no fuss, but very very good. Great flavour and cooked to perfection.
Ice cream was great, Sesame and Green Tea. Always refreshing at the end.
I have to find out if anyone would care to offer some advice or educate me on what should be expected when ordering Banana Tempura. Should the end result be a more crispy like shell or more fluffy and soft, pancake style? I guess there may be no 'CORRECT' as it is possibly a matter of preference. Theirs was the latter and although I was expecting a more crisp batter, I cant say it was wrong or not good.
Although the wines etc were priced OK, BYO wine would be nice.
All in all, a great night out in a simple and relaxed environment that serves GREAT FOOD....well done!
Wonderful little Japanese on Smith Street. The kitchen is visible in the back and patrons eat in a simple decor setting on polished cement floor and black tables and cushion chairs. The waitress was very sweet and non-intrusive. The food was excellent. You must try the Miso soup and dim dums as starters, all the mains, particularly my fresh tuna was prepared superbly. The dishes are not so big and will allow room for dessert. Try the chocolate and whisky mousse - yum - and green tea will finish your meal comfortably. Reasonable, relaxing retreat and highly recommended.
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This is where I 'do lunch' with one of my dearest friends, Ms Caroline. It was Caroline's idea to meet here for the first time a few months ago, after a stint of furniture shopping down Smith St. And since then, it’s become a regular haunt. To give you some background on my friendship with this darling girl, we bonded over food when we worked together in advertising over ten years ago. We’re both the type of people who get 'hangry' if we’re running on empty, and share this crazy obsession with food, glorious food. So when Caroline suggested we meet at Peko Peko, I knew it would be good. And it was.
Peko Peko is a casual, affordable Japanese eatery that’s open for lunch and dinner. As soon as you enter, you’ll embrace its chilled-out vibe. There’s an eclectic mix of recycled furniture, and an open kitchen where you can see the masters at work. On our first visit, the Japanese chefs were busy making sweet potato gyozas, so their bench space was jam-packed with these must-eat delicacies. Lightly fried on the base, then steamed and served with a light soy – they’re delightful. The waitress was super relaxed and friendly. I love how the menu is divided into ‘small food’, ‘medium food’ and ‘big food’, along with some lunch specials. It's an uncomplicated menu with all the Japanese favourites, including sushi and sashimi, along with some more creative, less traditional dishes. Rest assured if you have dietary requirements, as there are lots of gluten free and vegetarian options available.
We shared a variety of tasty dishes, but the stand-outs were: agedashi tofu in the dashi broth with ginger and sesame; chicken currydon (a Japanese curry); and the most warming and delicious niku udon – beef, capsicum, spinach and udon noodles served in a spicy soy soup. You’ll definitely be back for more.
A meal at Peko Peko leaves you feeling well-nourished and satisfied. Although, if you have room for dessert, Messina gelato is just down the street!
The food here has been delicious every time! I've been here 3 times so far will defiantly go back. Good quality, so tasty and well priced. The atmosphere is gorgeous and the service always beautiful. Caters well for vegetarians, the sweet potato gyoza is to die for! Mmmmmmm hmmm!
I have been to Peko Peko a few times and each time the service has been excellent and the food has been delicious and authentic! I love the sweet potato gyoza! That is a definite must have and my favourite main dish is the Sashimidon which has such great flavours and beautifully fresh melt-in-your-mouth sashimi. Highly recommend this place for an authentic and relaxed Japanese experience!
Came in after work on a Sunday night with no reservation, we were seated straight away which was really nice. I ordered the sashimidon which came out very fast. It was very delicious but a little too saucy for my liking. But over all the fish tasted super fresh and well balanced out with the ginger. I've been here several times and the staff are always accommodating and very friendly. And the price is alright for the quality that you get. Although the sashimidon is a little steep for a rice dish. But overall great experience !
Went here for dinner the other night . A small nondescipt looking joint on smith street . The moment we entered inside the smell of the food confirmed why this place is so well rated . We were sat down by the hostess and given ample time to decide our order without trying to rush us. We had sashimidon and another chicken cooked in sweet teriyaki sauce don along with miso . I can't praise enough . Everything tasted delicious and was perfect to the "t". Definitely going back to the place to try some of the other stuff on the menu.
I had only popped into Peko Peko for a quick lunch but was quietly impressed with this little gem. The flavours are simple, but very effective and done so well. I ordered one of the karage chicken lunch specials (around about the ten dollar mark) and from this taster, I’d be more than keen to check out the fully fledged menu. Chicken was crispy, tender and flavourful and the mayo, salad and rice were great accompainments. We’re really spoiled for great Japanese here in Smith Street, and I’m just a little sad that I didn’t discover the wonders of Peko Peko earlier!
Had a lovely dinner here last night. It was our second stop so we only tried the okonomiyaki, agedashi tofu and gyoza soup. All tasty, nicely presented and decent sized portions. Had to ask for the bill twice but that's not big deal. Would definitely return to get another Japanese fix.
Love coming here for all its vegetarian options. They are all so delicious. The best bit about it is you can order and go sit in the pub/bar next door and they will bring it into you. So many different types of delicious dumpling options and so good that things are cooked in veggie broth if you are a vego, or not, like me, but who prefers veggie broth. Cant wait to return.
These guys can cook! Literally not one disappointing dish on their menu. I'd honestly order absolutely anything everything they prepare it's an absolute delight to eat. Heaven for vegetarians/pescatarians Only downfall is that I wished I lived closer. Gold stars all round.
This place is a little gem. Can be busy so book ahead of time. Been here multiple times now and everything is always delicious. My favourite is the Eggplant with miso paste. Sushi/sashimi always fresh as well
Stumbled on this amazing little place while looking for a spot to eat with a friend. It was délice! Fresh, light, flavoursome and great service. Loved our meal!
It is Absolutely amazing, not one dish we have tried so far was a disappointment. Becoming our regular Japanese fix. Kani Age and Agedashi are a must try.
The food here was great - had the sashimi, chicken gyoza, chicken currydon and tempura between two of us. For a fairly quiet Saturday night, the service was, frankly, below par.
For a menu that is meant for sharing, it would be nice to have a short explanation of how it works/how much we should order. When it was time to take our order, the waitress simply walked up to the table, notepad in hand, and looked at us. A simple greeting isn't hard.
At the end of the night, we kept trying to make eye contact with the 4 wait staff, but all were standing around a trolley eating food and laughing with the chefs. I work in hospitality too and love trying food and laughing, but for 5-10 minutes, during service? Probably not...
Love the food and the rustic presentation of Peko Peko. During the busy periods there can be a bit of a delay in getting the food out to you, that said, it's worth the wait.
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Every time I see the name Peko Peko pop up while my thumb is getting its daily workout scrolling through reviews I get prematurely excited in the hope that someone else shares my opinion that this is one of the most reliably excellent Japanese offerings in Melbourne. Almost every time this name appears it is in relation to the other Peko Peko in South Melbourne, which (to my knowledge) is no relation to this Peko Peko. I can't speak for that Peko Peko, but I can speak for this one when I say that it is FANTASTIC.
Being a chef at a reputable Japanese restaurant in a previous life results in me approaching most if not all other Japanese restaurants with trepidation and anyone who tries to convince me that they know where to get "OMG THE BESSSST" authentic Japanese food in Melbourne is invariably met with a hefty serving of side-eye. Just an FYI - KIMCHI IS NOT JAPANESE. Your favourite "Japanese" restaurant that serves kimchi pancake is not Japanese, it's Korean. Now that we've cleared that up, on to the food.
I don't even know where to begin with the food here. The entire vegan menu (yes, separate menu to spare everyone the tedious "so what can be made vegan?" conversation) is straight up fabulous. Right down to the little things, like refreshing the edamame in chilled water prior to serving, to the house made vegetable gyoza with their beautifully burnished bottoms to the caramelised eggplant in the nasu dengaku being perfectly soft without disintegrating, to the ideal ratio of sweet to sour in the dressing on the super fresh tofu salad to the impossibly light and crispy tempura (which is made the correct way, without egg) this is no-nonsense Japanese food at its best. The only (very very minor) issue I have is that seeing as Kewpie now make a vegan mayonnaise, they could add this to the okonomiyaki rather than veganising it by simply omitting the mayo (okonomiyaki is the only time vegan mayo is acceptable.)
The open kitchen (there's no back of house here, which is novel for those who like to see what usually goes on behind the scenes) with the Japanese chefs calling orders out brings back many a memory of my former occupation, and sometimes I wonder why I chucked in the tea towel (and then I remember the terrible wages and antisocial hours and can rest safe in the knowledge that it was a decision well made.)
Maybe not being widely reviewed is a blessing in disguise for Peko Peko Fitzroy, as they're less likely to be inundated with crowds armed with their phones ready to do battle on social media because #foodporn #cleaneating #blessed (#howaboutno) and those of us who prefer to eat our meals rather than photograph them can keep this little treasure to ourselves.
OMG! the best japanese in melbourne behind kenzan really nice place the waiters are nice in future I will definitely go back in future. Great place.
Wonderful food, get the chicken dumplings they are super nice. The staff were really friendly. Better than 'Don Dons' and the price was reasonable!!!
Came here for dinner with a group of friends, we ordered 8 dishes, both small and medium to share among us. The food were really good especially the karaage and beef tataki. However the portion is a bit too small to share among the 7 of us, so will definitely suggest to have large dishes too if you are thinking to share.
Nice food with reasonable price. It's one of the best fusion Japanese in town. Worth trying if need to. Both my friends and I loved it.
Reasonably priced, good quality Japanese food. Buzzing vibe inside, and located in the heart of Smith Street. Food is fresh and consistently good. Lots of healthy options to boot, and also a good place to grab takeaway from. Recommended.
Recommended by a local and it lived up to the expectations. Busy even though it was a Monday! Shared the 'inside out Maki' which was tasty but the Chilli Tofu Soba Soup was delicious!
Decent price for upscalish type Japanese cuisine. Most if your Japanese faves were there like gyoza okanoniyaki karaage and all done really well. Spicy Mayo sauces were good and everything was tasty as. Big ups to this place :)
The food here is really tasty. Had the salmon sashimi bowl and one of the tofu dishes and Gyoza. Loved them all. We sat up stairs and the ambience was nice and the girl who served us was really friendly and helpful
Best thing about this place is having them deliver your meal while you have a pot at Kent St, the bar next door. Good value dishes which are decent sized. Recommend the lemongrass chicken. Can't go out of their way enough to help.
Food is really yummy here, I love the soba noodles, a must try!!! Can become very crowded and loud. Make sure you call for reservations first as they are always busy
Ordered a bunch of share plates, it was all delicious. Filled us up and the bill was much less than i expected. New fave
Good broth times. I rate it
A Chronicle Of Gastronomy
+3.5
The menu is neatly organised into small, medium and big dishes, offering the usual favourites as well as a few twists like sweet potato gyoza and chili tofu soba. Peko Peko’s version of sashimidon was salmon and tuna marinated in soy and garlic. The soy and garlic marinade was delicious and they’d added enough of it so it soaked through part of the rice, making for a simple but satisfyingly tasty dinner. Sashimidon – Salmon & Tuna Sashimi Marinated in Soy and Garlic, Served on Sushi Rice w Nori, Shiso, Wasabi Peko Peko 199 Smith St, Fitzroy, VIC, 3065 (03) 9415 9609
The karaage was indisputably good – crunchy, deep-fried pieces of chicken served with a thick dollop of mayonnaise, slices of lemon and a handful of spinach leaves. Tender and juicy on the inside with a crispy outer coating, it was a good choice for starters.
The World Loves Melbourne
+4.5
Love this Japanese restaurant in the heart of Smith St Collingwood! Walking down Smith St looking for a decent lunch I was drawn by the modern look. Peko Peko has a chic ambience. Love the wooden chairs and tables, use of plants and materials. And the artwork. And the mysterious stairway.
I can't say that Peko Peko serves authentic Japanese food, but they certainly does their rendition of Jap food pretty well. Delicious and simple food served at a pretty reasonable price. If you do find yourself having dinner here, be sure to call in for a booking as they can get pretty busy at times. Sweet Potato Gyoza, $8 We started off with some gyoza , that comes is filled with mashed sweet potatoes . This was certainly unusual for us because we've never tried anything like that before. The skin was perfect. There was also a combination of sweetness of the sweet potatoes and the savouriness from the soy dipping sauce. Shu mai, $8 This makes a delightful vegetarian option, shu mai made with tofu, shitake, and bamboo shoots. However if you're carnivorous like the rest of m
Melbourne Lifestyle Blog
+4.5
I am usually sceptical of modern food in cheap restaurants. Generally I associate this with a lack of authenticity. Yet Peko Peko was packed on Saturday night, and perhaps this was an indication that the meal wou
Even though for years I had been taking the ever faithful 200 or 203 bus (although these days I'm not so good to the environment and am driving everywhere...) past Smith Street, I'm glad that it's only recently I have become acquainted with the street. It always baffles me to hear that Smith Street used to be a not so hip and happening place, that there was nothing to eat here. Gosh how times have changed! From the cafes, to the chocolate shops, to the soul food to the Japanese food...have I mentioned how much Brad and I love Japanese food? I think we've both made it our mission (or at least it's my mission and I'm dragging Brad everywhere with me), to try as many of the Japanese restaurants we come across as we can. Sometime ago we had tried to get a table at Peko Peko on a Friday night, but they were unfortunately full, so the next time I decided to go, I made sure to call up first and make sure I could acquire a seat (or three, for my grandma and brother too). Peko Peko is small spa
Perhaps I'm showing my age, but I remember when Smith Street in Collingwood was so dodgy no one would actually go there for social events. Catching the 86 tram which goes up that road all the way to Bundoora was a bit of an ordeal, as you skilfully avoide
Ate here the other night. It was delicious. I ordered the Sashimi-don. My only complaint was that it was all piled in a bowl and drizzled with soy sauce. I couldn't eat the rice as it was soaked with said soy sauce and too salty. It was also hot rice and when served with raw fish can be a bit off putting. My preference would even just be to serve rice, soy sauce, sashimi, nori, wasabi and pickled radish seperate, in a bento format. All of the ingredients were fresh and delicious, but the customer should choose how much wasabi and soy they get in each bite.
Yum!. Would recommend the agadashi tofu and the soft shell crab.. mmm
Will be back. Had a lovely time dining here. Nice atmosphere with quick friendly service!
Can't fault it!. We were looking for somewhere cheap, cheerful, with good reviews, not too far from home, and open on a Monday night. And Peko Peko (Collingwood) satisfied all of these - and didn't disappoint. My miso soup was fragrant and delicious, and not over-salted as I've had elsewhere, and my teriyakidon was a thing of beauty: I could have eaten it for ever. My wife's veggie pancake (okonomiyaki) was perfect: she expects high standards of restaaurant food, and she got it. We shared two desserts: banana fritters with green tea icecream, and fuji apples in hot caramel sauce. Both were splendid. Peko Peko is a small unassuming place, and on a Monday night it was crowded - always a good sign. Well done!
Best meal in Melbourne!!. Went tonight with my cousin and Aunt, all different tastes and likes and we all walked out loving the food. Shared the eggplant, sweet potato gyozas, veg pancake, green tea buckwheat noodles, and the green tea ice cream with nutella gyozas. Simply delicious. Will return soon!
Nice place. Nice flavours and a quirky outdoor toilet.
Top, easy feed up. A very casual restaurant that serves up quality dishes in next to no time. The menu is broken up into small food, medium food and big food and hits the mark with a good variety of dishes. The sushi rolls coming out of the kitchen looked super fresh and tasty. We ordered the eggplant and veg with rice and also the dumplings with udon noodle soup. Both were well above average. The wine list is also a positive with some good options at great value. At under $50 for 2 people with a drink, Peko Peko is value for money and satisfies your taste buds.
I am glad I found this hidden gem, I've eaten at a lot of Japanese restaurants and I think this is one of the best!
Friendly and fast service, fresh and vibrant flavours, overall a fantastic meal!
Japanese with a Smith St flare, and very nice sashimi, tuna tataki and sumisaeoi. Otonomyaki could be better though!
Dirty walls, dirty furniture, dusty chopsticks. The Japanese waitress is rude and cold and unfriendly. Food average but cheap for some items.
GREAT Gyoza Udon!. These guys are just great in my opinion, consistent over years and pretty damn well priced Japanese style food. Washed down with a local Steam Ale from Mt Goat or a Japanese beer. The Gyoza udon is one of my favourite lunches in Melbourne.
Better than sister restaurant. Went on a Saturday night - they took our booking after calling up late Saturday afternoon. We had 4 small/medium dishes and 1 large dish off the menu - were all excellent. Much prefer the menu and layout to the sister restaurant in Northcote. Lovely staff, great food- would recommend.
Easy place to eat. A first visit here - we booked a table, which was a good idea for a busy Saturday night. The salmon sashimi was tasty, sweet potato gyoza a fun twist, edamame disappointed me being served cold (always have had and preferred it warm), a couple more pleasing dishes through to black sesame icecream for dessert and warmed sake - we'd reached a perfect level of satisfaction. Staff were attentive and service was efficient. Look forward to heading back some time.
One of my favourite Japanese restaurants in Melbourne. Nice relaxed atmosphere and tasty food!
Not traditional. This place doesn't serve traditional Japanese food, just great food that has its roots in Japanese cuisine. Plenty of veg options too. Have eaten there a few times now, and I think it's about time I head back.
Lovely vibe. Amazing food with great vegan/vegie options. Great value for money but definitely book a table! Thursday night 7:30 and it was busy!
Food is amazing, but the staff seem to want to clean your dishes away long before you've finished..I wish the sister restaurant in Northcote served the same dishes
Reliably Awesome. I love the food at Peko Peko, especially the Inside Out Maki, Nori Rolls, Sashimi, and Sweet Potato Gyoza. I have been going for years and the food is consistently great. I also feel it is reasonably priced. Great for dining-in, take-away, or taking next door to Kent st to have with drinks.
We've been regulars here for ages and it's been consistently great. Sweet potato gyoza, sashimi, okonomiyaki... It's all good here, very highly recommend!!!
Clean and fresh. One of my favorite Japanese places. Sweet potato Gyoza, eggplant, tofu salad, and teriyaki salmon are all my top picks !
Nice modern Japanese. A very nice little place, lots of interesting, well-executed dishes on the menu. The Agedashi Tofu was my favorite even though I'm not a big tofu fan normally. The inside-out maki was also very good. Overall great food and friendly service. The space is quite small so probably a good idea to make a reservation!
Stayer. This place is a real stayer of Smith Street. I have to agree with other comments made and say that I too have never had a bad meal there.
Fave Japanese in Melbourne. I've never had a bad meal at Peko and I've been there a lot over the years. The sweet potato gyoza is a must for starters and the other night I was very satisfied and happy with the dumpling udon soup dish. The genmai tea is also a really nice treat. I had my birthday dinner here a few months back and sat up in the back elevated room, we all had such a wonderful time. The food came out at reasonable times, they catered for me being vegan and also had veg and gf options. Everyone was happy and the service was wonderful, as always. I highly recommend Peko to anyone wanting some of the best food Melbourne has to offer.
Great for lunch. The salmon teriyaki makes for a quick and healthy mid week lunch.
Vegetarian!. My mates and I went there to look for vegetarian food and we where supriced how delicious it was!
Hope to come back soon! Thanks guys!
Really like it, especially the soba and soft crab dishes. Will definitely go back again
Simple and wholesome. The food is pretty good value for money and pretty good quality, so really can't complain. They should really mention that the rice dishes are more than big enough for 2!!!!! It's basically an above average casual dining experience and the quality is good. You can do no wrong here. I would not have a large group meal here though, doesn't seem properly equipped or well set up for it.
Very nice food! Would go there again...many times
First time at Peko. I was in a big group for a pre-booked buffet at Peko. The restaurant itself is typical Melbourne hip-chic. I love it and the backyard with the 'outdoor dunny' is so cute that i wish it was my house.
The food was delicious and served at a timely manner. The vegetarian options were amazing (despite what other reviews have said).
The service was not good at all. It was an unwelcome feeling indeed. Once the buffet ended, the service stopped abruptly. No further questions if we'd like another drink or coffee etc. Didn't ask if we'd like the bill. When i said thankyou and goodbye when we left, i was met with a cold stare.
I might return.
Great Japanese!. I absolutely love this place! Their sashimi is always high quality, their gyozas are delicious and their main dishes are mouth-watering.
They have a good selection of what they call small, medium and big foods and a small but lovely wine list. Try the vegetable gyozas, the salmon sashimi and the chicken curry don.
The service is always friendly however the wait can be long sometimes. For a cool little adventure, try to find the bathroom! The outdoor bathroom is through a little garden lit with tea lights.
Great food in a lovely space for a super price. Most dishes are excellent. The chicken curry is a tad underwhelming. Service is also good.
Love this place. I have loved Peko Peko right from my first meal there.
Really fresh, great tasting food.
Staff are more than happy to modify the dishes to suit your liking.
Their Vegetable Tempura is fantastic and its a dish I always get.
Cant say anything bad about this place at all. Love it.
Amazing. Great atmosphere, Friendly staff, Fast service, Fresh food, and great value for money!
Never enough Peko!. Peko Peko is my FAVOURITE Japanese restaurant. I am actually hesitant to write a review in case it becomes any more popular. The staff are reasonably nochalant but this is irrelevant once you taste the food. The gyoza, edamame and large salmon dish are very tasty. The vibe is cool and laid back - fingers crossed Smith Street doesn't go the way of Brunswick Street and sell out its long-time residents.
This was a fantastic night, all great dishes and relatively cheap! We got currydon and lemon chicken (both great), and heaps of small/medium dishes, all of them were great! Heaps of veggie options, some of the best tofu I've eaten, and staff were wonderful. Add this to your wishlist for sure!
Treaty and good value. Terrible for vegetarians though. They have choice but it's rubbish compared to the meet options.
Terriaki fish, prawn dumplings and homemade spring rolls to die for. This place is expensive for Japanese takeaway/ eat in but worth every penny. You won't have to pay corkage either but i recommend booking beforehand
Love, Love it!. Had never had Japanese before my visit here. WOW! Sensational! Amazing food, had to share with my friends!!! Loved the quiet calm of the place. Cannot speak highly enough!!
Eggplant and tofu agedashi rules and the king prawns are amazing. Menu highlight however - sweet potato gyoza. Good prices, great service and top food. Peko win.
Simple, inexpensive. Food here is nice for what you pay. Japanese food can be expensive but Peko Peko is very inexpensive and good for a quick eat.
Edamame is great as are the crab dishes.
Also love the fish wallpaper!
PekoPeko. I love Peko Peko
Tasty wanted more.... Service was excellent.
Food was tasty, the portions could be a bit bigger.
From what I could see, the restaurant was packed for the above reasons.
Fantastic, reasonably priced. Food here was fantastic (we shared vegetarianplates). The eggplant and tofu agedashi were amazing. The vegetarian gyozas were only average, however I have since been told that the sweet potato gyozas are better. The food was staggered so we could take our time enjoying it over a glass of wine. Very reasonably priced
Nice. If I had to score this restaurant, I'd give it a 8.5/10 with my asian taste buds. If it's your first time in Peko Peko, go for the Peko Peko chicken, no questions asked. The other dishes are pretty ordinary, I only favour the Peko2 chicken.
Sublime. The gyoza is yum yum.
Try the gyoza. Peko Peko is perfect for a spontaneous night out - simple menu, relaxed, and on the way home. Favourites of mine are the various flavours of gyoza, beef tataki and the okonomiyaki. Sometimes a little busy and the service is occasionally haphazard as a result but otherwise always solid. Checks the specials board for unusual items.
Small on space, big on taste. Cute little restaurant with a great range of Japanese favourites - gyoza, agedashi tofu, udon noodle soups, sushi, yakisoba and the like. Meals are divided into three categories - small, medium and large - so you can easily choose something for your level of hunger.
I tried the tofu curry don on rice - an excellent example of a mild Japanese curry, with fried tofu cubes, red peppers, and onion (I wasn't that keen on the onion though). I also sampled the vegetarian gyoza, and the sweet potato gyoza - both were great, particularly the latter.
Yummy food, nice staff, great street side dining. Interesting wine glass selection!! 🤣
Love this Japanese diner on Smith Street. Nice mix of traditional Japanese foods. Each dish was tasty and good value. It can be busy which makes inside a little loud however the endearing outside was comfortable. Recommended.
A nice little eatery with a large table seating for bigger groups. Japanese-size big meals - make sure you order multiple big eats. Oh btw, there is another Peko Peko in South Melbourne (very good Taiwanese place) although is not related to this place.
Always great food and wine here. The veggie curry is divine and so filling!
Yukuan Nathvani Chiang
+5
Every dish we had was delicious, well done Peko Peko. We look forward to visiting again.
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