The best Fish Soup in Melbourne | Sluurpy updated in April

"Dine in a very busy night. Sitting at the bar table, had been waiting for 10 minutes without being served nor asking for a drinks or something. This..."

Eatwithbonny

㊙️ The Traveling Foodie

"A very affordable Japanese Eatery in the CBD. We decided to come for lunch and the queue was out the door! However it moved quickly. The sushi rolls..."

Stelly

"Sushi Monger is a great little Japanese shop located in the walk arcade between Bourke and little Collins street.. the Udon combo was pretty good..."

Kerli Kerli Kerli

"😱Lizzie’s first impression: Literally the cheapest sushi you can find in Melbourne. Never have I come here at lunch time and not had to line up..."

Lizzie Eats Melbourne

"I really like this place for cheap eats on the go before class. It’s fast, simple and yummy. Try the King Prawn roll and the Spicy Salmon...."

Anna Fhaumnuaypol

"Got to this place for lunch upon the recommendation of a local friend of mine. An unbelievable crowd but the staff did incredibly well to manage it..."

Angelo Pinnaduwa

"Good value if you want a quick lunch on your break, sushi is fresh and the rice is still warm, surpasses all the takeaway sushi joints in the city..."

Michelle

"Traditional Japanese in a small venue, but there is a reason they are busy. Get in early otherwise there is a line, worth the wait if you see a line...."

Burgers Of Melbourne

"The sushi is highly raved about and many come for their sushi for the great value and deals they have.We recommend for you to try their..."

Claire & Eric

"Will come back for:+ 3 rolls + misoThese guys have got their balance spot on. This must be the best value sushi in town, and it comes..."

The Casual Diner

"This is hands down the best hand roll sushi in Melbourne CBD. Their spicy salmon roll is amazing. No wonder there is always a long line every lunch..."

Pluviophile

"The absolute best no frills sushi in Melbourne. So tasty and so cheap! Queues everyday for lunch. Really worth lining up as the line moves quickly...."

Great Restaurant Mentions

"Three rolls with miso for $7.50? Why not. The sushi are fresh. My favourites are lobster roll and spicy salmon roll. Just get ready for the long..."

Pandy

"I found the best salmon hand roll sushi in Melbourne!!! They are so fresh, i got to know that the take away soya sauce has darker color then the one..."

Zillily

"Hands down one of the best Katsu Curry I've had in Melbourne!Can you believe for $10.80 you can get yourself a sumo bowl full of rice,..."

Brandan Chong

"I have wanted to try this place for a while, so what better time than during a busy weekday lunch with scores of people lining trying to get in? Ah..."

Fatcat

"I went to Sushi Monger the first time a few months ago, and I wondered why I didn't try them sooner. I've been to Sushi Monger close to 10 times now,..."

Stackcats

"I went there last Friday for quick lunchTheir sushi is fantastic with reasonable priceThe cashier is very kind and friendly.It just..."

Noodle Boy

"I called in here today after bookmarking this place some time ago. This place is hard to miss. The cue was sneaking out the door and down the..."

Timinmelbourne

Meilia Clarissa Tejasoewita

"Had the large sushi box from the menu which consisted of five salmon, one tuna and one prawn nigiri and three slices of salmon and avocado rolls. The..."

.itadakimasu~

"Known for its cheap and fairly fresh sushi, sushi monger is a must visit if you want a cheap feed. Beware of the lines though during lunch but..."

Piggyeatalot

"Have wanted to try this place for quite a long time and got to try it today. The queue was really long but moved really fast because most of the..."

Rizka Natasya

"K: Stowed away in the heart of Bourke Street in a little laneway called Causeway, Sushi monger was full with a line of hungry customers can upon..."

Kevin & Emily

"Amazing food and food a cheap price. The wait goes out the door during lunch but well worth the wait. Paid less than 10$ for a udon that comes with a..."

Cookielessvee

"Lovely little Japanese place at the hidden alley in Bourke Street. Love the Katsudon as it was cooked in original style, no loads of Teriyaki sauces..."

Ferry Gondo

"Yum yum and yum!!!! Cheap and amazing! So glad our friend put hubby and I onto this place! We can't wait to head back, just a shame they aren't open..."

Ez16

"There's usually a queue here when you get to this place at lunch time but it moves extremely quickly as the staff there is so efficient. Get here..."

Food For Thought

"The best sushi in Melbourne. No contest. It's a bit like the Soup Nazi - stand to one side, and make sure you know what you're having before you..."

LGEMP

"Went to Sushi Monger for a quick lunch catch up with a friend. We went at almost 1pm and the line went a good way down the little walkway it was in...."

Yui Fu

"wasn't too pleased with the service here because the staff here didn't look happy to serve my friend and i , especially the one who took my order at..."

Grace

"Tiny little place tucked in a lane way, with a line out the door for good reason! Fresh, well made sushi, fresh wasabi, great prices...."

Katie

"Good and cheap. Offers a range of sushi rolls ($5 for two rolls), udons and bento boxes. The bento boxes are filling and good value for money. If you..."

Overfluo

"Sushi done well - that's probably the best way to describe it. It can't really be called a hidden gem as the 20 people queuing outside is a dead..."

Jason Lee

"Been here for a quick bite - the place is tiny so I would suggest takeaway options. Food is nice and it's great for a cheap lunch meal if you're not..."

Cynthia Giang

"Been coming to this place for over 3 years now and I still love the sushi here as much as the first I had them. The salmon and king prawn sushi are..."

Grace

"For Seinfeld fans, this place is the Soup Nazi equivalent for Sushi in Melbourne. Super fresh sushi that's super cheap. Downside - super long lines..."

Marie

"Excellent, good service, cheap, delicious, and quite authentic I think. Relatively authentic at least. Some of the best Japanese in Melbourne. Wish..."

Jack

"Came to have lunch and was very interested when looking at the window of this restaurant as it has very good rating by tripadvisor. We were so eager..."

Lidya

"One of the better sushi places, was a bit disappointed they had run out (or something along those lines) of the salmon sashimi box but the one I had..."

Cosmo

"Went in on a Saturday afternoon,it was busy however we manage to get a seat. It's a small place and pretty cramped when it gets busy. I had the..."

LittleM

"This is my favourite place to go to for lunch. Opened during the day with a line of about 10-20 minutes for the entire day. Food is cheap and..."

Phuong Phan

"Amongst the best sushi rolls in the CBD. My favourite is the churashi sushi. The queue is long at lunch, but moves really quickly. ..."

Custardbun

"Really really good sushi, especially for the price tag! Usually wayyyyyy too crowded so avoid peak hours. Would definitely return for the amazing..."

ThE MOiStMaKeR

"Hidden away between Bourke St and Little Collins, this gem of a place is a must. I usually never crave sushi, but this makes me want to eat it for..."

Wenomnom

"One of my favourite sushi joints. During lunchtime on weekdays there is always a line but it moves relatively quickly. Limited seating however there..."

Lilfoodie

"My favourite sushi in the CBD. $10 for 4 rolls and a miso (can never finish the last roll either). The long line is deceiving and moves very quickly...."

Sarah B

"Super cheap, great quality sushi. Only $5.50 for two rolls and a miso! I have been meaning to review Sushi Monger for months and months, because it..."

Isabella

"Super cheap and fresh sushi! I especially love the salmon one. Always a long line but takes no time to get the food. Best for a quick bite and do..."

Live_in_melbourne

"Found this hidden gem after craving Japanese for lunch! A colleague and I made our way down from Southbank to check this place out after trying a lot..."

Wayne And Cassandra

"Excellent sushi with high quality ingredients, you can taste the freshness of the salmon. 3 rolls with miso soup for $7.50 is a great lunch option, I..."

Bopnbeep

"Damnnnn...so cheap yet so satisfying sushi rolls!!! I'm so glad I found Sushi Monger. This is a truly Japanese hidden gem in the middle of Melbourne...."

Gabby Webb

"Such a big queue here for lunch but a lot of people get takeaway so seating is relatively easy to find although it is quite a small store. The sushi..."

Sally Fang

"Tasty, cheap, fast. Convenient downtown location, small restaurant, fast food style, very busy. You may not be able to get a seat - get take out if..."

H

"Hell, I don't need to write this review as there's already 100 odd reviews that will invariably all tell you the same thing. For lunchtime Japanese,..."

DR

"Fast food but health food. It is very busy during the lunch time. We queue up a few minutes, but it is worth to wait. The price is cheap. You also..."

Jessie Foodie

"The katsu curry! Yum! Tucked away in one of melbournes many alleys, this place a nice family run eatery vibe to it. They serve the whole range of..."

Anish Mohile

"Located in quite lane among CBD, around various restaurants, Sushi Monger is one of the best Japanese style meal I' be ever been. Highly recommended...."

Cecilia

"Great value for money! Super fresh and tastes good. Best plain sushi in Melbourne CBD. Just make sure you get in before the lunch time rush(The queue..."

Corey

"Love it!! Sushi was good. Even tho the queue was really looooong. But so far so good. Will pop by to see if the line any shorter from times to times...."

All About Food

"Very fast, great flavour, good range and great value. A few vegan options. Don't be put off by the long line at lunchtime, it moves very fast...."

Bobby

"Fast, decently priced and of fair quality. Also, if you eat in you can have as much pickled ginger as you want. Worth noting: this place is crazy..."

6ixty

"Fresh, authentic Japanese food at a very reasonable price! This restaurant has been around for years and you'll always find a queue of people in the..."

Food Comatose

"Very busy during lunch time but despite of the long line, they are very quick in taking and delivering the food. It's cheaper than other Japanese..."

CLABEL

"Laneway eateries tend to be touristy and pricey, but this place is a local gem, with no spruiker required. Seating is limited and cramped with about..."

Bunjibing

"Not sure where the idea of $30 for 2 came from! We struggle to spend $15 for 2 for lunch here! My favourite is the 3 sushi rolls and a miso soup for..."

FoodIsMyFavourite

"Don't enter this establishment seeing the high ratings and expecting sushi being prepared by a master Itamae, but for the price you can't complain..."

Robert Asuncion

"The staff are very efficient. The food has a burst of flavour, it is cheap in pricing and the portion size will be enough to satisfy. The only issue..."

George N Mandroulias

"Tucked in causeway walk between Bourke and Little Collins sushi monger dishes out good value lunch meals.I can see why this place is so..."

FoodHedonist

"Great price, fresh fish, speedy service, clean cutlery is a bonus! No wonder people queue up for this place. Not suitable for sit-in unless you just..."

Lin

"This place is fantastic. Stopped in for a quick lunch but was a bit concerned the long line would take up most of my time, no chance. The service is..."

Carlton_Mama

"They serve delicious Japanese food. I've tried various types of dons and bento boxes, all good. Plus their sushi rolls are excellent, and the prices..."

MR K

"Supernice sushi and other Japanese food, and not expensive. Be prepared to queue though, it gets really busy at lunchtime. Also, it's actually..."

I. D.

"Great and cheap sushi roll. Love their curry rice and 3 rolls with miso. Is great. Delicious. Fast service. But the service is abit..."

I Am Cheng

"Food was definitely cheap, fresh and very nice, service was simple and fast, definitely a must try if in the area.At first i doubt that it would..."

MF

"3 sushi rolls and a miso soup for $6.80. The line was about 10-15 people long when I got there at round 1.15pm. I got the salmon, spicy salmon and..."

Kathy

"This is one the best deals in town. Fresh sushi for very low prices.It's mostly a take away place, but they do it nicely. I ordered the large platter..."

Marcel S.

"Probably the best Japanese lunch I've ever had in Melbourne though I've been here for just 2 weeks. We were wandering around the CBD and spotted the..."

Han Jin

"If you go there 5 minutes after 12pm there is a queue to the next lane. This place has some good value food and the sushi us absolutely amazing. Eat..."

Zan Akter

"Great tasty sushi, dons and bento boxes at a competitive price. Best sushi i've had in the cbd. Do go early though otherwise you will need to wait in..."

Blueberrypie

"Best sushi place in Melbourne by far! The sushi is always so fresh, cheap and delicious. It is definitely worth the wait in the line at..."

Amelia Vitale

"Reasonable price and sushi taste pretty good. Also, you can get your food within minutes. During lunch time, it gets really crowded, so get there..."

EK

"One of Melbourne’s most popular sushi and bento lunch spot. Normally this place has a line well outside the door however today it was raining so I..."

George Forgan-Smith

"Simple tasty and healthy food. Not made complicated with many twists and can be had frequently. Very well priced and going by the turnover in this..."

Sid Bakshi

"My favourite place to eat during my lunch break. The combos with Miso are very worth it's price and the salmon is so fresh. Sadly they're closed on..."

Carol Tau

"Great sushi and Japanese food for low prices. Staff are fast and efficient, lines always look long but they are fast to get through the lines. Best..."

Erika

"Good for a quick lunch. The bento boxes are flavorful and good value for money. Sometimes staff is rude - depends tho! Either way FOOD IS..."

Cairo K

Shoya

"Awesome food, incredible staff, great dining company in Andy, Patrick and..."

Lynn Ellen

"favourite place to go :) best japanese cuisine in melbourne and will keep coming..."

Karin Cheng

"The best and traditional with a twist Japanese cuisine in Melbourne! Highly..."

Mikiko Tanaka

"The best Japanese restaurant in Melbourne, I..."

Lily Verma

"Amazing food, great service. Our waiter was wonderful. Will definitely come..."

Wynn Demontaño Fontanos

"Most amazing meal I have ever had :) true art on a..."

Robyn Hucker Barry

"Insta: melbfoodie_markYT: MelbFoodieMark** Check them out for more food reviews in Melbourne!-I really can't think of any other..."

Melbfoodie_mark

"I had one of their specialty lunch set menus which included: egg custard, sashimi, salad, grilled unagi, tempura, teriyaki beef as well as icecream..."

Phil Guo

"With a 4.6 rating on Zomato I was excited to try Shoya. Quite an extensive menu with a lot of options to choose. Limited vegetarian options...."

SouthEastEater

"Nice food presentation and nice service :) Price wise slightly not comparable with the portion for some food.. but good experience nevertheless. Good..."

Gracia

"Had the $150 course for dinner my partner and a friend for their birthday.All dishes were delicious as there were a variety of seafood and..."

Aidan Leung

"Well.. it’s okay but nothing too amazing. Sashimi was bit too fishy. Other hot food was good. Service was very good. The lady who served our table..."

Taste Radar

"Usually here for family gatherings. This place is one of the best places for Japanese food and value for money. (Especially for the lunchtime menu...."

Amy

"Love there lunch menu, decent price good quality of food. The dinner menu was nice but it’s a bit overpriced for what it is. Very nice service..."

FoodieInMel

"The service here is spectacular! Food quality is amazing! Waiters are extremely professional, making you feel comfortable and taking their time..."

Thai

"Wasn’t anything to rave about, typical Japanese food. I might go back to try their bbq, but the alacarte was ok. I think it’s more about..."

Foodie Takes Melb

"We came here for lunch on a Saturday. We ordered the lunch sets and the courses were mostly delicious. My favourites were the grilled unagi, tempura..."

Hangry Horace

"We had a fine dining experience. Staff were very friendly and did not rush us at all at any stage. Food was amazing and presentation was very..."

Richard Lay

"I’ve been here twice and honestly can say this place is one of my favourite japanese restaurant in Melbourne. The first time i came here was for..."

Kheng OMNOM

"So glad to have finally made it to Shoya, they’ve been high on my to go list for ages. We tried their all you can eat bbq ($78, usually $98) and..."

Miagoreng.com

"Been to Shoya twice and I'm in love with their lunch special menu! 6~8 course for $38~$45. Great substitute for dietary requirements, friendly staff,..."

亨利

"This is our second time coming to Shoya. First time was omakase experience and this time is All you can eat BBQ Wagyu etc. Food was great. So..."

Shirley Ho

"We had visited Shoya for dinner and it was such a fabulous experience with the all you can eat barbecue!You could select the meat of your..."

Win - FSC

"Little did I know Shoya is one of the OG Japanese restaurants in Melb CBD! 15 years old! The basis of their food is traditional done extremely well...."

Melbournejade

"The otoro just melted in my mouth. I had the most wonderful experience. The sushi and sashimi was of the most excellent quality. The wait staff were..."

Ji Song

"Went here for the first time and the service was impeccable. The nigiri we ordered just melts in your mouth. And if you like cold noodles, then..."

Ptle

"Good food and good service.Lanch set menu is very reasonable and very yammy!You’ll get small appetizer, sashimi, sushi, main and dessert..."

Akio Otsuka

"Lovely staff, beautiful restaurant and great food. Still haven’t tried the floor seating area so a great excuse to return! Lovely place for a..."

Brittany Clark

"🍣 JAPANESE at SHOYA 🍣This is one of our favorite Japanese restaurants in the City. Our second visit to Shoya Melbourne was absolutely..."

Eat X Wander

"Down an alleyway (Market Lane), Shoya is next to the established Flower Drum but according to rumours - a lot more..."

Jasmine

"If you haven’t been here, GO! Do it now and thank us later.---------We visited Shoya on a Friday afternoon for their omakase..."

Edible Melbourne

"Our dining experience at Shoya was exquisite from beginning to end. An award-winning Japanese restaurant tucked away in a small lane amidst the..."

2wo Fat Girls

"Our meal at Shoya was definitely a very enjoyable one. We were invited to a bloggers event there and we are really impressed with the food. Our..."

Eat_today_diet_tomorrow

"Japanese cuisine doesn’t get much better than this in the CBD. The quality of the ingredients & craftsmanship in putting it al together is simply a..."

Thirtyhundreds

"Wow. Came here for a work lunch and and got the Take lunch set and wow. Everything that came out was just quality. Everything was tasty, and such..."

AaronN

"Extremely fresh fish and fast service. Am very impressed. I've eaten sushi all over the world and this is definitely on par. I definitely would..."

Susumu

"Opted for the Ume set for $32 and Matsu set for $38. Both consist of 9 dishes. Definitely good value. For its price, the quality was decent, though..."

Makan2Melbourne

"Used to come here when Melbourne has no Japanese Fine Dining so remembered it super fancy. Decided to visit again and it wasn't as fancy any more...."

Eating Away Melbourne

"Thank you sister for taking me to this long-established Japanese restaurant for my pre-birthday dinner. I’ve heard so much about this place over..."

Little Picky Very Hungry

"My friend and I both had the Matsu Lunch Set - 9 dishes for $38 sounded like a great deal. Sitting at the chef’s table meant we could watch sashimi..."

Daisy

"This is a really good quality authentic Japanese restaurant in Melbourne's china town district. The food is prepared in several open plan kitchens..."

Srslyfoods

"Came here for a friends birthday dinner and had a very pleasant meal.All the food was well presented and fresh, the wait staff very very..."

Laura Kaziavin

"One of favorite joint in china town. Been here since 2014, and I have became one of their loyal customer now,The sushi, sashimi, bbq set is highly..."

Jzxxxx

"Staff were nice and accommodating, food was amazing with reasonable prices! Amazing experience if ur looking for a casual/fine dining experience...."

Nathanael Hsieh Zhong Cheng

"What a nice way to celebrate an early Father’s Day! We booked shoya two days in advance in order to reserve a seat during the busy weekend...."

Cindy Tran

"4.5Beautiful Japanese restaurant where with high quality food and great service We had the degustation course and during that I experienced..."

Vivian

"Had both lunch and dinner here before- absolutely delicious!! If you sit at the sushi bar you can see how fish was sliced just like in Japan... love..."

Li Lisa

"Shoya is always my all time favourite, especially for lunch, their set lunch menus are good value for money. And they always serve fresh food & great..."

Jam

"Japanese cuisine in the next level. Fine selections of fresh ingredients and creative dishes makes Shoya one of my favourite Japanese restaurant to..."

Ling Yuan

"A very nice Japanese dinner! The restaurant is a nice place for a chill dinner with good quality food. I’ve always wanted to go since seeing photos..."

Hungry Koala

"Thursday night went to Shoya to celebrate a friends birthday. It was a wonderful evening, very relaxed and great food with great company. Shoya..."

AngeLuvFood8

"Excellent experiences with food and services. A little suggestion is ramen little bit salty,besides that everything is wonderful here, highly..."

Lixilin2009

"Lots of options here - we chose to eat at the sushi bar. Others will know better than me, but surely this has to be one of the premier Japanese..."

Batsu

"My fiancé and I went here for our anniversary dinner and we been here a few times and the food has never let us down food is on point and my fiancé..."

Ayapom

"Shoya is one of the best Japanese restaurants in Melbourne. The set lunches are excellent value and the quality has been maintained over the 6 years..."

Custardbun

"4.5. Shoya has always been one of my go-to Japanese restaurants, having previously had their degustation and being introduced then to fresh wasabi..."

Nalia

"We have been here many times but this place has changed over the past few years. Today I ordered the Ume lunch set. Menu still looks the same but..."

Jacqui W

"An amazing Japanese restaurant hidden from the public. Service was excellent and great recommendations were made both for food and sake. I would..."

H&G’s Food Diary

"One of the best sushi I’ve had in Melbourne. Very fresh ingredients and love the sushi rice. Other dishes were pretty good too but would definitely..."

C.

"The food is amazing. There is nothing that we dislike. Service is excellent. Staff are very friendly. The only thing I would say is that it’s a bit..."

Claireccy

"Well known and a longstanding Japanese establishment in Melbourne. I've always had it in my book of 'special occasion' restaurants. Was lucky..."

Don'tMessWithMyFood

"The private dining area at shoya makes for a great experience, especially for a special occasion. But last time we dined it was so cold! I was..."

Unravelled

"Sunday night, sitting at the sushi bar with my partner looked after by the non japanese chef who I feel more Japanese than many.. Sit down, the young..."

The Last One Piece

"A nice Japanese restaurant with a good layout across several levels. Dining tables are large and spaced apart, so you're not bumping elbows with..."

ChiPs

"How many years Shoya has been opened ? I think at least 10 years , look at the food i have been served , one word, excellent!!Maintaining food..."

Sam

"Good Japanese resturant in Melbourne, the best is sashimi and sushi. I like how they cooked the sushi rice, chewable but not very sticky, fresh..."

Facebook User

"The service is wonderful, and they also have chinese service. Sashimi ice bowl and desert are my favourite, wagyo beef is my friend's favourite. We..."

板栗酱🌰

"Evening catch up with some friends, Shoya popped up as a choice close by. An unassuming front door leads into a traditionally styled Japanese..."

Junichi

"Great service. The waiter is very good at talking you into ordering food. He didn’t lie about the oysters though. They were really good. The eggs..."

Jess

"I love this place! I've been here twice and both times, the service was great and the food was even better. The menu were simple and typical..."

Gwendolyn Tan

"Unbelievably fresh sashimi!!! One of the freshest I have had so far. Great variety menu - lots of speciality dishes (you have to try chef's signature..."

Mysy

"My friend and I found this place in Market Lane after being told by Hu Tong that they couldn't squeeze us in. We asked to be seated on the mats like..."

Little Pink Piggy

"Best value lunch set in the city.Although on the pricier end of $25-$30, the portions and dishes are extremely filling.Sushi, Sashimi..."

Turtle 🐢

"Ordered: 1. The vegetarian degustation - since I don’t eat raw fish, it makes sense to order the vegetarian set, the waitress was very..."

High Tea Queen

"Lobster sashimi and truffle chawanmushi were definitely a highlight for me. I have never tried lobster sashimi and was certainly impressed with how..."

KLLYXNG

"We got a lobster miso, sashimi to share, unagi and 8 pieces of sushi each. The food was delicious and super fresh. The stand out was the sea urchin..."

Justin

"Came here yesterday with 3 of my cousins to have lunch. Interior was quite dark which made the experience very homey and comforting. I ordered the..."

Ct.eats

"Food are delicious and well presented. Really like the ambience of this restaurant and the tatami area that we get seated. Service was slightly slow..."

Foodie In Paradise

"Down market lane you feel like all the restaurants are an institution. Shoya is no different. Awards on the wall dating back to 2000 makes you feel..."

Finger Lickin

"Shoya was right next to some famous restaurants like Hutong, Flower Drum ect. During Saturday lunch time, the place was quite popular. We had the..."

Jianierrrrrr

"Excellent service. Superb presentation of food.All goods made fresh, all sashimi cut to perfection. Delicious tasty Japanese night out! My..."

VwngF

"One of the best memories I have here is when my husband proposed to me. Then on top of that is the most delicious food, drinks and fantastic service...."

JoyJoy

"Fantastic! Our waitress did an amazing job, she took the time to explain every dish and was very attentive. Restaurant had a great atmosphere, very..."

José

"One of the best places for omakase. All the dishes which came out were impressive, beautifully presented and so delicious. We were wowed again and..."

Willtravelforfood17

"What a great dinner date place for a special celebratory night.Dined here, and got seats at the sashimi bar in front of the chef. Would..."

Emsy-eats

"Shoya has been one of my favourite Japanese restaurant in melbourne. However today's experience didn't meet their usual high standards. We sat there..."

Michfish

"Over the weekend me and my girlfriend decided to have something nice. We ordered the business set for two, its about $60 per person. The sashimi is..."

Cindy Song

"Fabulous atmosphere, fabulous service and fabulous food. My Japanese friend took me to lunch here and it was a most wonderful experience. We had the..."

Sneha Arora

"We visited on Saturday lunch for my friends birthday lunch. I requested “Horigotatsu”table which is floor level seated traditional style table...."

Masako Posteraro

"We went here for our anniversary! What an amazing experience. We had the set menu and each dish was absolutely delicious. I would recommend having..."

Marisa Lobo

"10/10 experience. Delicious and fresh Japanese cuisine elegantly prepared. The innovation and artisanal expertise of the chef shine through in every..."

Bo Lee

"Lovely atmosphere. A bit squishy but that's how it is like the real thing in Japan. Squishy restaurants ;). Food quality is good for Australian..."

James K

"It is a nice place for friends or colleagues to catch up. The light and music are just about right. Service is really good. The quality of foods are..."

Anthea

"The restaurant offers traditional Japanese dishes as well as contemporary dishes incorporating western cooking techniques. There is an extensive ala..."

Barry

"A great Japanese restaurant experience. Definitely some of the best tuna and salmon sashimi I have ever had. The A5 wagu steak was good, however it..."

Sheldon Florence

Izakaya Den

87/100 (4273 ratings)

"Izakaya Den is such a beautiful and hidden spot in Melbourne City. The atmosphere when the place is full, with the dim lighting, and incredible food..."

Pierce Evan Eldridge

"I came here with my son to celebrate his birthday. The service was impeccable and the food was amazing. Every mouthful was a treat. I particularly..."

Diane Latham

"Have always enjoyed the fabulous food, service and atmosphere at Izakaya Den but this week my wife and I celebrated our wedding anniversary with..."

Anthony Meikle

"My favourite restaurant in Melbourne. Always so welcoming, attentive and food is innovative. I've even noticed other well known places copying..."

Tara Jane

"Amazing food and alcohol, unique vibe and super friendly team. we couldn't stop eating and kept ordering more. so mucu fun, can't wait to be back!..."

Maya Shafer

"My wife and I were there Saturday night and thought the food and service was excellent , yes it's not cheap but well worth it I thought. People who..."

John Houllis

"Great food and service! Little bit on the dark side to read the menu (may be my age!) But..."

Hayley Painter

"I was there to drink (rare). The various delicious Japanese alcoholic drinks really G'd us the fuck up and got us in the mood to skitz at an array of..."

Josh Collard

"Delicious Japanese small plates and refreshing highballs in a beautifully authentic setting, yet surprisingly..."

Andrew Chia Li-Peng

"What a find ! Great atmosphere and delicious food, will definitely be going back for..."

Elizabeth Filis

"Def try the kingfish sashimi,the sweet potato croquette, and everything else..."

Erin Buckham

"lovely place for pre-drinks! great way to chill..."

Vanessa Chen

"I came to find izakaya den on my friend's birthday and was suitably perplexed. Walk down the staircase to the clothing store but turn into your first..."

Jasmine

"Great food and cocktails were yum. The salmon sashimi was very tasty, all the dishes were great! So much to choose from that sounded good, can’t..."

Karen

"Had the most delicious selection of food here and the beef tataki melts in your mouth. Wanting to come..."

Iryna Sakhatovska

"The food has really good Japanese food. Surprisingly large serves. The presentation of the food is much simpler than most Japanese I have..."

Aadarsh Agarwal

"Went here to celebrate my friend’s birthday. We ordered the $80 pp set menu which left us really really full and satisfied! Might have been a..."

Richard Xu

"Hidden away from the general public in the basement of a building lies Izayaka Den, an elusive and cosy restaurant that can easily be missed with..."

C

"Had lunch here the other day, nice vibe, very nice lunch set menu, the price was decent, great food, different drinks can choose from, service was..."

FoodieInMel

"The spicy tuna tataki was my favourite and you'll know for sure its made with the freshest ingredients.Definitely worth the..."

M3lissa____

"Ordered the Uemashita set and everything tasted amazing! Great value and portion was..."

Mochimochi

"Went here for our anniversary dinner. Izakaya Den is a cozy yet classy underground restaurant that boasts the best of Japanese inspired flavours. We..."

Abigail Pinto

"Real rating 4.5I couldn't believe I just found this Gem after so many years in Melbourne.Cozy environment, love the 2 people..."

KEL

"Decided to have dinner with friends after having this place on my list for a while. The menu had a good variety of options to suit different taste..."

Queen Of Food

"Hidden from plain sight lies izakaya den and despite having been here a few times before I always question whether I’m walking down the right..."

Eat Good Melbourne

"I really enjoyed the quality and freshness of the food! the price wasn't bad too. I wish me and my bf could've ordered more but the stuff on the menu..."

Joey Ho

"Love this place.Down a set of steps and thru black curtain you will end up at a great Japanese restaurant!Food are great! Service..."

Jennyabouttown

"Could not find this hidden ‘izakaya’ style restaurant at first but been here a couple of times now after discovering it. I love the concept of a..."

Darsh

"Izakaya Den is in the basement of the corner of Russell and Lt Collins Street. You enter from Russell and persist in finding the stairs and the big..."

Jdnosewine

"how wonderful this place is! Served by a great Japanese Hospitality mind, nothing is too hard . Went there for lunch and so had a $35.- set menu..."

Srslyfoods

"The service was quick and efficient, the food was well presented and delicious. The desert however was amazing. We had an amazing night and will go..."

Tabi Ei

"This place was so difficult to find. I’m sure we circled a few times before finding it because it is located in a hidden..."

Kaitlyn

"Wow. Just wow. Food is just amazing. Ambience is excellence and staff are great. Recommend the set menu for best experience. Thank you very much...."

Rachael Gibson

"The food is just beautiful as well as the staff - so friendly, helpful and kind. Definitely worth trying are: the black fried rice, kingfish sashimi..."

Foodie By Heart 💓

"This place is so hidden, and at first we thought it's not open. After going downstairs, through the black curtains, we found this really stylish..."

Elonie

"This was absolutely amazing. It’s difficult to find, but the ambience was nice and dark inside. The Sake Mojito was delicious and so smooth. Had..."

Neda

"Izakaya Den is the perfect Japanese restaurant for us, it has lovely environment and very delicious food. Staff are all nice. Difinetly recommend Ox..."

Julie James

"Very nice atmosphere here, super cool for a date night. Wait can be long sometimes but they have a little bar area that you can wait for your table...."

Hayden Alsop

"I wish I could give this place more stars! I went here for my birthday with my partner and we were blown away by it! Amazing staff, food and..."

Mia Houston-Child

"Omg their black sesame creme brulee with orange peel is tooo good! Crack open the crunchy top layer of caramel/sugar to reveal the black sesame..."

Some Bunee Loves Food

"It’s been a long time since my last visit to Izakaya Den. Got a chance to visit again recently and finally remember to write a review about my..."

Jianierrrrrr

"A modern Japanese restaurant hidden in the basement on the corner of Russell and Little Collins. Descend down the stairs and follow the scent of..."

Stelly

"Great restaurant, with ambiance, fun and activity it is a great place to enjoy high quality food at a reasonable price. The den fried chicken is a..."

Patrick J. Abade

"Very nice atmosphere here, super cool for a date night. Wait can be long some times but they have a little bar area that you can wait for your table...."

Eating Away Melbourne

"Great food and nice sprites collections. Love the lunch set menu especially if you go for two people. Unfortunately doesn’t open for lunch during..."

FBriacliff

"Do you also feel like treating yourself to a nice dinner after a busy week? Then this place will be a great choice. Stylish ambiance, fantastic food..."

MelbFoodHunter

"One of my favourite Japanese Restaurant in Melbourne. We order the $75 set menu for 2 people. The portion size is small but the food is fresh and..."

Food Critic

"After the first dish, the sweet corn, I thought this place was heading for perfect score territory. I mean, that dish is next level, the place has a..."

Chris

"Food was impeccable as always, but the shine seemed to be lost a little. Chicken pieces were off their head good, as was the kingfish with sesame..."

JDP79

"I'd heard great things about this place and was keen to try it. There's a lot of reviews saying it's hard to find and I think that made me overthink..."

Alisha

"Highly recommend this place! It was really authentic in it's atmosphere, presentation of food, the Japanese food itself and the all the staff...."

Madeline Agnes

"The Dear Luncher was of the belief that “den” in Japanese meant something completely different to what it means in English. Turns out that is not..."

The Dear Luncher

"With no bookings for less than 5, we turned up at 7pm expecting to have to wait. We were fortunate enough to get a table straight away, but I believe..."

Melissa Kate

"Izakaya Den is a really nice place to kickback and have a few drinks with small dishes to nibble! A must try: Spicy Tuna Tataki and the Grilled..."

Jenny’s Food Adventures

"Had the set menu with the following items:Karage chicken - succulent but not flavoursomeFried corn balls with wasabi salt - too sweet for..."

Dr S

"Hidden in the basement with a fitting ambiance, it was rather inviting nevertheless. Had the double smoked kransky, fried chicken, tuna tataki and..."

Justin Wong

"Hubby and I share a great love for Japanese cuisine, and so when he brought me to Izakaya Den, it was wonderfully reminiscent of the izakayas that..."

Shimona

"This place was hard to locate! My boyfriend and I were searching high and low for this place and we ended up finding many other promising restaurants..."

Gwendolyn Tan

"I came here and had the $55 set menu with 10+ people it was quite hard to figure out how many pieces each person gets, I do not think it’s good..."

Melbrunchin

"We chose the $55 Kuikku set menu (however we ended up adding extra a la carte options spontaneously – so it probably worked out to be similar to..."

Tangertalks

"Ok so I figured Japanese portions are generally small so my friend and I made a short detour to Breadtop given we were tracking to arrive 20 minutes..."

Good Food Good Mood

"Izakaya den. Nice cosy environment and great music. Food is normal but it is a nice place for second round after the full dinner. Highly recommended..."

Steven Gu

"Had a lovely dinner here. The service was attentive and all the dishes we ordered were very good. The special rice paper wrapped tuna roll was the..."

Nalia

"Went on weekday night, not that packed.Not a traditional izakaya, more like a modern fusion. Foods are good for pairing with..."

Yolanda Wong

"Definitely a hidden gem in Melbourne!! Ordered the 17 course meal and enjoyed most of it, my favourite would definitely be the kingfish sashimi, the..."

Leanne Lim

"Great place for Japanese tapas. In the basement of a building it has a great vibe with long counter seating. Food is good and a lovely place to drink..."

Ilovefoodsomuch

"Izakaya Den gives 3 set menus with a few tasting sized dishes. (Although the difference between two of them is just a lack of dessert) The dishes..."

Leo Suen

"Great food, nice sake, good atmosphere, nice service, huge room. Overall, I'd return again, but if what you're looking for is something more like..."

Leon Obrenov

"Modern day Japanese cuisine Formal but friendlyGreat place to meet and talk business or just catch-up with a friendGreat selection of..."

Rossmariac

"Nice environment with good selection of Japanese sake. Food portion is bit small but the presentation and quality are all good. We were sitting at..."

Yixiaokewatermelon

"WOW!This busy place does it all so well.First visit here and will MOST DEFINITELY be back!We ordered the Wagyu..."

Jpolinkos

"This place is great. Hidden down a staircase it can be a bit hard to find but once you get there it's worth it. Great atmosphere, impressive bar and..."

KnowingMelbourne

"It's a really secret spot hides on Russell st. The fried chicken is great, tender and juicy, well seasoned. The ox tongue is nice too, very well..."

VodkaO_ZS

"Been here in a busy night. The sashimi was really fresh also the nigiri all tasted okay. I'm quite picky with the sushi rice so I'm not really..."

Quinn

"After some online hunting for restaurants serving up delicious kingfish dishes (obsessed), we ended up at Izakaya Den for date night on Saturday..."

Jessie1079

"Food (9/10): most of the dishes served were amazing. My favourite dishes were the kingfish sashimi, salmon sashimi, tuna tataki, scallops, fried..."

Eating Sushi

"Had the pleasure of enjoying the $75, 17 course Uemashita menu. Everything served was refined and delicious, and definitely offered value for money...."

.captainkirkius

"Make your way down the staircase and you shall find the secluded Izakaya Den. I've been here a couple of times, and I always get a sense of..."

Wandering Ella

"After struggling to locate the restaurant we finally found the little sign leading us into the basement where we found ourselves in a very..."

Yui Fu

"Sooo amazing - loved the vibe and food was amazing fav was the wagyu and fried mushrooms *droools* service was fab and manager Taka was sooo sweet...."

Angela Le

"Couldn't have been a better experience! Prior to visiting I reached out to them online and received a speedy reply that was very helpful. Great menu,..."

Thomas Johnson

"UPDATE - 15/07/2017.Even better than previous visit, impressive $75/pp 17 dish Banquet Menu.Food has improved including the Asian..."

"JT" Jeffrie Trika

"Tucked away in a basement downstairs, the first time I came here I was blown away! Walk past the curtain and step into a modern Japanese izakaya in a..."

World Eats Food

"A great contemporary Japanese restaurant and bar located in a basement, the front door can be hard to find but once you have, you'll return again and..."

Lily

"Went here for a friends birthday. Walked straight in luckily enough there was a big table at the back. This place is sorta hidden in a basement but..."

Phuong Phan

"This has been on my Melbourne hit list for quite a while and tonight I was able to go. Loved it. Great service. Brilliant cocktails. The food was..."

4chillies

"We ordered 4 dishes to share. All were very delicious. We started with Kingfish which was fresh and tasty. The Omelette and Char Grilled Pork were..."

Mark Quadrio

"This place serves great Japanese tapas and refreshing cocktails. My favourite is their fried chicken and corn. I've been here several times but still..."

Thuyteeisaboy

Purple Peanuts Japanese Cafe

86/100 (2726 ratings)

"Honestly this is the best sushi joints that I've had the pleasure to eat at in Melbourne. I can see why it's so highly rated and that's why..."

Glenn James

"Honest to god best Japanese food I have ever eaten, definitely coming..."

Michael Bennett

"Stoked we found this little place :) I had grilled chicken curry absolutely delicious! Fast friendly service. Would be great if they accepted cards..."

Billie-Jo Minhinnick

"I tried basic curry chicken and rice. Unfortunately, nice but the dining in area is pretty small, less than 10 tables. Don't know how they can expand..."

Brandon Leung

"I am very happy to give these guys my lunch money,..."

Rob Anthony

"Been there once and the food was simple, genuine and just so good. Will definitely go..."

Kate Millan

"Decent food served quickly. If you're in a rush you can have it takeaway too. Price is reasonable too..."

Mikhail Lim

"Although I did read a bad review that I hope is not..."

Chyree Mail

"Lovely, friendly staff and quality food. Best brown rice salad in the city - healthy and..."

Ally Pogorzelska

"Always great service and fantastic food!! Love..."

Alannah Ross

"Must get to this cafe again soon. Love the..."

Robyn Long

"Awesome..."

Daniel Silverback Stewart

"I have been visiting Purple Peanuts for the longest time. You could say, I’m one of their loyal customers. For affordable and tasty Japanese food..."

AngeLuvFood8

"purple peanuts is a cheerful little Japanese place that’s ideal for the lunch office crowd. Service is really quick and you are offered a variety..."

Joanne | Melbournecitay

"Been there a few times but having this grilled chicken curry with soba was my first time. I enjoyed it so much. Will definitely go back again for the..."

Chiliong

"must have the curry with the rice ball as a side..."

Vivian Ngoc Nguyen

"Some 18 months after my last visit I called into Purple for lunch. Good to see this place is still a crowd pleaser and there were plenty of people..."

Espy Eats

"My experience at Purple Peanuts Japanese cafe was that it was Japanese food made ‘healthier’ and ‘lighter’ on the palette. The Katsu Curry..."

Vizual.Eater

"For a quick bite to eat either grab and go takeaway or sit down, this small Japanese cafe is conveniently located opposite southern cross station...."

Sydney Food Lover

"Tried the teriyaki chicken rice which came with carrots and salad on the side. The chicken and the sauce were really tasty but the portion of the..."

Bear Noms

"I haven’t been to Purple Peanuts in some time so it was great to go back. The service from the waitress was lovely and she was very..."

Timinmelbourne

"It's quite a busy little Japanese cafe but me managed to score some seats to dine in. They've also got an extensive takeaway section which I would..."

Mustard

"So lucky that this place is so close to my work. It's very underrated considering how cute, affordable and "authentic" it is. There are lots of veg..."

Quince And Cheese

"We popped into Purple Peanuts at lunch time on a weekend and it was chock full of people. Despite this, service was friendly and on point...."

Sunny Days Melbourne

"So glad this place is open Saturday and no waiting time required! (unlike those brunch cafes haha)I had the chicken curry soba. Soba is..."

Chewynoms

"Everything else is very good. But I will never buy a small salad again. $6.9 I am not expecting much, but the portion is tiny. Quite expensive for..."

AP

"Would rate it a 3.5Ordered the Japanese chicken curry with rice. The curry was a little sweeter compared to the many saltier ones around the..."

GreatFood77

"This place is heaving during lunchtime and the sushi wasn’t half bad. Would definitely get the tempura prawn again and again. Nice and crispy and..."

Gee

"A shop that would surprise many. It’s a small shop on Colin’s st. Been there a few times and the food is amazing. The portion is huge that is..."

Yinn

"The food was good. I ordered a chicken salad which was tasty and well seasoned. I like the fact that they have brown rice options.Service..."

Arnaud Michelin

"Would 10/10 recommend their japanese curry!! I ordered the beef and my friend ordered the chicken and both tasted amazing. It had perfectly..."

Connie

"I really enjoy this dainty Japanese place! The staff is friendly and the service is quick, the potions are just right and the food is incredibly..."

Phoebe Johnston

"Positive: Beef curry noodle was a surprise and a lot different than it thought it would be. Rather than the sweet curry sauce, the soup was light,..."

Date With Beneva

"Surprised when I walked past this place. Many locals were walking in and out! Ordered the Tsuke Don and loved it! Affordable and filling! It is a..."

Mwaeats

"Came here for a quick takeaway lunch with the clan. Therefore, this post will consist of everyone's views:Tim - Best onigiri in town, but..."

Pisang And Goreng

"😱Lizzie’s first impression: been here on multiple occassions especially during lunch times and it does get quite busy. 🍩Lizzie..."

Lizzie Eats Melbourne

"I love purple peanuts, especially their salmon tsuke don and their curry chicken on rice 🍛 their salmon tsuke don consists of fresh salmon..."

Piggyeatalot

"Purple Peanuts has really good service. Their Japanese chicken curry was so yummy—satisfied my cravings! Will definitely come back! Loved their..."

Kim C

"I really enjoy this dainty Japanese place on Collins! It serves freshly made and delicious hand rolls and a wonderful selection of salads and hot..."

Linda

"Love this little gem. This place is my go to destination and I haven’t had a bad meal here (been eating lunches occasionally here for about 3 years..."

Athena

"4.5 - beautifully presented Japanese food in a cute and convenient location (right opposite southern cross station). Their curries are light and..."

Karma Clarke

"A small and busy restaurant that is great for a quick lunch, it gets very busy during lunch so get here early if you intend to beat the..."

Kerli Kerli Kerli

"The tsuke don was really delicious. The ingredients consisted of high quality and fresh salmon and vegetables. The chicken curry don was..."

Jimmy Nguyen

"The inside seats are limited and always crowed in the lunch break on weekdays. We four ordered food and had to eat outside. The food came out..."

Jaime Eat&Fit

"Great selection of healthy Japanese food. It's a busy place but it's pretty quick if you choose one of those pre-packed lunches for takeaway. It's..."

Elonie

"One of my favourite food spots in Melbourne. I generally always have the yasai curry soba. Everything about this dish is incredible, but the broth is..."

Deniz

"I have walked by Purple Peanuts a few times in the past and have always noticed how busy it is! I can totally see why!The food was served..."

Juhi- Culture And Cuisine

"I've been coming here for 6 years and it's still the best Japanese in the city.Must try everything but especially the curries, salmon sashimi..."

Jonathan G

"I like this place. It's been a while since my previous visit but finally I got the chance again. This time I ordered their curry. The taste is quite..."

Don Djoe

"This place is a gem. The chicken curry is so tasty, just tastes so fresh and healthy AND delicious.This place does everything very well. I..."

Me

"Defo my newest fav place in the city! Loveeeeessss how everything is so fresh and home made. Been here twice and what i can say is they make very..."

Icook.vic

"A lunch time favourite. Don’t be put off by the queue, it moves really quickly. Love the spicy salmon bowl, particularly the addition of the..."

Custardbun

"Excellent quality Japanese takeaway food with a modern twist. There’s alway a little bit of a line up during lunch time. Prawn salad is the winner..."

Pandy

"Believe the hype. So fresh, so tasty. I got the spicy salmon on rice from the fridge (was in a hurry). The nuts and seeds throughout the rice..."

Facebook User

"My top fave lunch spot. Service is quick and staff are friendly. Their tsuke don is definitely one the the best you could find in..."

GreenSmoothie

"Really really delicious hand rolls here with more choice in terms of types/flavours than your average sushi takeaway. Service is super lovely and..."

An

"Very clean and convenient feel to this restaurant especially with all the takeout options available. Tried a couple of boxes and would say they were..."

The Food Book

"After passing by this restaurant for several times, i decided to give it a try. Chicken curry is this restaurant is so delicious. They use grilled..."

Yolanda Chintanu

"I ordered Akio’s salmon sashimi for lunch through MealPal. The place is very small so I was asked to wait just outside the doorway. Service was..."

Daisy

"This place is a favourite mid week lunch venue. Although slightly more expensive than the average lunch buyer would like to pay, in my view it’s..."

Jesskaar

"Have walked past this place quite until I finally decided to try it. Its located at quite a busy spot at Southern cross. Its perfect for having a..."

Little Bit Of Everything

"Awesome healthy dishes and super prompt service. We got a few different dishes to go when staying in the city. Will definitely be back. The salmon..."

Mo

"I’ve been here a few times already, really good and cheap Japanese food. Great for lunch, quick service! The salmon salad is pretty good and..."

Camila José Reyes

"Had their pork belly and chicken curry and they were both very delicious; tender well seasoned meat with flavour-packed sauces. The meals were more..."

Angel Khong

"Have to go back for second time because food is funky j-pop rock star delicious!I’m not kidding, today we did come back for ice matcha, $4.50..."

Culinary Artist

"Having the kakuni pork for takeaway. The pork belly is so tender! The sauce for me is the highlight of the dishes, it tastes like curry-e, and..."

Oodreiilittlepotato

"The food here is somehow fresh, light and filing. Come here regularly for the great vegan options. I love the rice balls and salad, the veggie burger..."

Veganaut

"I was excited to try this place and it didn’t disappoint! It’s cheap and delicious! I can definitely see why it was popular since there was a..."

Helen

"I've ordered takeaways from Purple Peanuts so many times now but never remember to write a review for it. Chicken Curry is awesome, my all time fav...."

IsaH

"Such a cute place for a quick a lunch break, and they’re menu caters for all from what I could tell. I had the Tori Curry Soba, the chicken was so..."

Sanj Tanya

"This is hands down one of my favourite places to eat in Melbourne. Whether it be the popular tsuke don, teriyaki chicken, or soba dishes, I’ve..."

Adam Scarf

"Amazing! Flavour A ++ Serving size A++ Quality of ingredients A++ This place is little so get takeaway and then walk over and sit on the grass at The..."

Naynay

"This place is the best for quick and cheap meals that are fresh. Even though it's cheap, the quality is in no way subpar! They have great vegetarian..."

ANOMnymous

"Had the Tsuke Don here. So refreshing on a hot day. Was tasty, fresh and great value for money. The seating is quite cramped though and the service..."

Steph_Eats

"The Akio’s Salmon sashimi was so good!! Tender and fresh salmon sashimi served with vinegar sushi rice and mixed veggies salad. It’s a very..."

Eatingmakesmehappy

"I would highly recommend this cafe to anyone. The sushi and other plates are delicious and very fresh. Also, the manager is very accommodating to..."

Emma

"Don't let looks deceive you. This cafe looks like it needs a make over however, the food is good. The cafe is so mixmatched was its deco, the menu is..."

Split The Bill

"This has to be my favourite cafè in Melbourne. It's such a treat! Their take on onigiri is interesting and delicious, the salads are always vibrant..."

Azuucat

"I have been coming here on and off for 2 years and this place never fails! The prices are great, the portions are just perfect and the..."

Jessica

"Amazing little Japanese cafe in front of Southern Cross station. Tried the Tsuke Don. A bit remind me of Hawaiian Poke Bowl. Probably closer to a..."

Ferry Gondo

"A "Japanese happy hippy" place to spend your $10-15.00 ...Long time between Sushis, it has been a while so it was good to..."

"JT" Jeffrie Trika

"One of my all time favourite lunch spots, conveniently located directly across from Southern Cross station. Very popular so prepare to line up during..."

Nini Foodie

"In a city with so many Japanese quick eat places, I think this is one is a standout. It is forever busy during weekday lunches but the service is..."

J0yy173

"Quality Japanese food for a reasonable and affordable price. Cosy cafe with polite staff. Seating is limited. Would return to try other..."

Azsh

"Found this place on Zomato. Came here last week for a quick dinner. It was a small Japanese restaurant with limited choices on the menu. The food was..."

Mrs Bunny

"Second time here,ordered their Tsuke Don which is basically vinegared rice with dices of marinated sashimi and mixed salad. Sashimi was fresh and..."

Alethealoo24

"Conveniently close to southern cross station and quite affordable too! This place is normally quite busy during lunchtime so need to go early if you..."

Kira Dinh

"Service: friendly with smiles, will respond to dietary requirements, one time they made me a fresh vegan brown rice sushi roll. Food: great..."

TigerTreeEats

"Went here a couple of weeks ago, great selection of food to eat, very busy place, bought myself some delicious sashimi. Would come back..."

Mez Zoe

"Chanced upon this cute Japanese restaurant which sets off a really homely ambience.They don't only offer freshly prepared meals but also vegan..."

Hayley Ng

"Generally pretty good food and service all around. They have a 50c flat surcharge for transactions below $10 which just got banned by the ACCC from..."

Lilmeh

"Food quality is fantastic. Each dish have sufficient protein. Serving size is perfect. The slow cook pork is really tender, and full of flavors. The..."

Mel K

"This is a very popular lunch spot. It’s often hard to get a seat either inside or outside but it’s worth the wait. A really broad menu of..."

Lauren Jones

"So glad this place is open Saturday and no waiting time! (unlike those famous brunch places haha) I had the chicken curry soba. Soba is springy but..."

Shuway Lee

"Quite a chic place to dine. The fusion style Buta Kakuni Don is nice, the pork still maintain taste from Japan. If the pork can be braise for longer..."

Vincent

"(3.75/4, almost a four but not quite there) The don I had which they recommended was not too bad, very large juicy chunks of salmon, however there..."

AA _Glue

"Nice and friendly staff with yummy food. We tried the chicken curry, matcha shake and the tofu sandwich. They are all taste so Japanese. Not too..."

Amber Tang

Ginza Teppanyaki

84/100 (2043 ratings)

Accepts American Express

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Wheelchair Accessible

"Definately a great night out, and a different experience..our chef was young and although lovely couldn't understand me. I think it would have been a..."

Jenny Stephens

"What a great place to celebrate a birthday with a group of friends! the food was fantastic!! Staff are so warm and welcoming �� Definitely..."

Cathy Grant

"My husband and I had a great time here. The food was fantastic, best steak, lamb and chicken I've ever had!!! And the fluffy duck cocktails were..."

Sarah Brims

"What a great night.A must do for anyone we totally enjoyed the experience and it was great to interact with others and the chefs. Staff were great..."

John Eccles

"Excellent food, service & grea fun! This is my second time at Ginza & I highly recommend it for..."

Michelle Daniel

"Great food extremely well mannered and efficient staff. Food was to die for and not..."

Terry Black

"Sensational food, great atmosphere and wonderful staff. Thanks for a fantastic night..."

Niki Richardson

"Good food staff were awesome ,we go back again great place to go with a..."

Jason Wright

"Fabulous night great service good wine list . We had a group of 8 . Will be..."

Margaret Pharr

"We loved it the food was delicious even the food we didnt catch lamb cutlets were so yummy will be back for more food..."

Annie Bayley

"Went with a group of workmates and we had a great time. The food was delicious and our chef was very funny; it was a first for many of us so will..."

Vjera Kovacevic

"周一下午2点才到，那时店里还是挺空的，但之前路过晚上几乎人都是满座。我们一共6个人，要了3个set A和3个set..."

Lorna

"My family and I visited Ginza Teppanyaki for my Dad & Cousin's birthday and it was a great experience.Most of the group got set 2, and my..."

Nicole

"A lovely evening, food and service were excellent! The interactive menu was a great experience. I'll definitely be back again with friends and..."

CherylAnn Theseira

"Visited Ginza Teppanyaki on Little Bourke St for a friend's birthday.We're greeted by lovely staff and seated immediately.The menu has..."

Ebony Rose

"I visited Ginza on the spur of the moment for dinner with a friend. I generally love the theatre of teppanyaki but it’s not my favourite style of..."

Good Food Good Mood

"What an awesome experience visiting this place! I’d never done something like this before but it was worth it! I really enjoy the idea of watching..."

Agreekable

"Had a Christmas catch up in the private back room with my extended family. We went for the 59 dollar option. Food was good and the entertainment was..."

Little Pink Piggy

"Have never done Teppanyaki before so not experience preciously but it was absolutely amazing! We last minute found this spot half hr before it closed..."

Kylie

"I've always loved a good teppanyaki, and have been meaning to try Ginza teppanyaki for quite a while. We finally went here for my birthday this year,..."

EatorTreat

"I have been to Ginza teppanyaki more times than I can count- it is by far the best teppanyaki restaurant I have ever come across. The food has..."

Kirralee Davies

"Delicious lunch menu. For only $12.80, I had the salmon bento box. The salmon was grilled to perfection and not overly cooked. The fried rice was not..."

Daniel

"me and my partner decided to treat our selves for our anniversary and go somewhere fancy. let me tell you, this place was AMAZINGhad set 3..."

Karvah McClellan

"First time experiencing teppanyaki and I must say it was a great experience.I like the fact that they have different sets with different..."

Melbourneats

"If you want interaction, games and flames with a side of food then make sure you add this to list of places to try in Melbourne!For our 4..."

The Go Go Mumma

"Excellent service and free food done right in front of you, get involved and play the egg and rice games, a great evening and worth the effort...."

Gavin Gusling

"Great fun, amazing staff, food was delicious, the meat was truly exceptional! Chef was polite and good fun, waitress was attentive, We really enjoyed..."

Ivivan

"Great food and service!! The salmon sashimi and prawns are fresh. The beef is tasty and juicy as well. Thanks for the chief and his..."

Cynthia957405

"We had a lot of fun with a group of friends and chef so much. Friendly staff and service. The restaurant was clean and good organise...."

Piyarat Pinthong

"We love this place we go every couple of months and it's always a good night. Great food and good atmosphere. Top quality meat abs and always walk..."

Melissa Jane Rodger

"Had such a fun night here with two other friends. Food was great and staff were lovely. Our chef at the teppanyaki table was heaps of fun and we..."

Daniel Ridolfi

"Just wandering down Chinatown & attracted by all the laughing, my interstate friend & I wandered in & had the best time ever....great food,..."

Michelle Daniel

"We really enjoyed the atmosphere and food at Ginza! The food was cooked perfectly and depending on the set you get, there is a fair bit of food,..."

Deana Cannatelli

"Went to Ginza with a group of 7 for a girls dinner. 7 fit perfectly on the table. Anymore it may be squashy.Food was delicious. A bit pricey but..."

Danielle Canna

"Had never been to teppanyaki before so I was very impressed with the overall dining experience. Every dish was absolutely outstanding.. I was so..."

Stephanie Papazois

"First time for teppanyaki. Birthday celebration. We covered set menu 1,2 and 3. Food was absolutely tasty. Eye fillet was well cooked. We all enjoyed..."

John

"Absolutely amazing teppanyaki dinner. Pricy but worth the money. The chefs had games to play w customers which made it more interesting. The company..."

Azim Din

"I have a real soft spot for Ginza as it my first Teppanyaki experience a few years ago, but I've continued to go back every now and then without any..."

Jay Contor

"As far as Tuesday nights in Melbourne go, you could do worse than order a 'Set 2' Teppanyaki and share amongst friends!For the Teppanyaki..."

Erin

"Very good food.Good service good fun. Went out for work Christmas party. Enjoyed every bit, especially the scallops. After we finished we..."

Ari Golonek

"This is the first Teppanyaki with a kids menu that I have been to. That in itself appealing for us. But really our chef Mickey was the best we have..."

Nelly

"After disappointment with our usual teppanyaki haunt, we gave this place a go.Service - fast and friendlyChef - Mickey. Pleasant..."

David Lew

"One night after walking around Chinatown and being indecisive about what to eat I remembered this teppanyaki place from the last time we were in..."

PerthFoodieGirls

"My first time experiencing Teppanyaki in Melbourne, very affordable, all the staff were very welcoming and entertaining but most of all the food was..."

Stephanie Lay

"Came here with cousins, they've got great entertainment and games for everyone of all ages to enjoy. Also very nice and polite staff and the foods..."

Shana Lay

"My first time for teppanyaki and I must say, I had a great experience. Not only was the food delicious but the staffs were all so friendly. I would..."

Sophia Lay

"a awesome place to eat, if you want an authentic Japanese experience. the chefs at Ginza really know how to put on a great show. very entertaining,..."

Michael Lay

"its very central and is in the hub of the city and has very refreshing variety food and friendly staff..a very authentic japanese experience and nice..."

Eric Leao

"Had a birthday party there on 22/11 with friends and relations. The food was if excellent quality and the services were of high standard as all..."

Peter Wong

"Probably the most fun I've had eating out in Melbourne! The chefs at Ginza really know how to put on a great show. We went as a group for a Birthday..."

Daniel Smith

"Very affordable teppanyaki. You can get a lot with the set menu for $50. Considering you get entertainment with it. Its worth it I like how they..."

Ket

"I had visited this place along with my wife Prerna Issar Begwani during our visit to Melbourne. We ordered vegetable teppanyaki along with coffee..."

Rohit Begwani

"Loved it Been back a few times now and never disappointed . Very accommodating to kids and toddlers too . Food is delicious and fresh . Highly..."

Jacqui Aldersea

"The food was fantastic! We want as a family group of sixteen people. Two grandparents, four parents and eight children under ten years of age...."

Pauline Koppel

Edenn Eats

"I had my birthday here & I loved it. Everyone who came still say how good a night it was! They gave us all free sake shot on arrival and they catered..."

Emily

"Steak is heaven! !. Steak on fire is perfect *^O^*i luv their bowl catching, food catching, egg mouth shooting LOL this place is fun ... i..."

Itsflorenz

"Cant agree with the previous comments. Have been there severeal times, both lunch and dinner. If my memory's correct, the $16 lunch set only allows..."

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"Couldn't be better Deliciou.... Couldn't be betterDelicious food, amazing service went for a birthday they dresses us up in a kimono and took a..."

Tasha Z

"Good fun restaurant.. The menu here starts with $45 per head, and the most expensive is $125 per head (excluding any drink). Everything is cooked in..."

Peatea16

"Come for the entertainment, not for the food. If you are after a fun dining experience and are game enough to catch the flying crockery you are going..."

McStandard

"Very nice Tepanyaki. 21/5 - went on Groupon voucher, there were 8 of us going so we had a table for ourselves. Food was great, my steak was so..."

Christian Tandjung

"Shoot me! Egg machine gun. We had a fantastic night and they made an extra dessert because it was my birthday! Really great..."

Johnnygu

"Teppanyaki must try!. Only type of place where you'll appreciate food being thrown at you, was a great night of Food and entertainment, our chef was..."

Foodfettish

"Great fun for people who want a playful dining experience! Food was great and the staff quite friendly. I was terrible at catching the egg in my..."

Lellett

"It's fun. Had dinner there last week. Always excellent food (set menu is the best value). Entertaining and excellent..."

Mr Robert

"Great food cooked by funny chef. Must try Prawn, scallop, chicken and MSA4+ eye filet. I really like..."

Sybil

"Best Teppanyaki ever. I've been there several times over the past 15 years and it is always great. The food is awesome especially the chicken and..."

Jodestar

"Thought the food was above averagejust. Enjoyed the show..."

Kieran Hattie

"I loved it! friendly staff and a filling dinner! the experience was..."

Yida

"Great function - thanks Ginza!. We had dinner last Sat Nov 12 - a family group of about 22 to celebrate my 11y.o daughter's confirmation party. We..."

Sands

"Excellent experience. I took a group of students for a school excursion to Ginza, we had the lunch set A, which was more than enough. The food was of..."

Millypilly

"I am not very good to compare the authenticity of the Japanese food. However, the taste was really good with nice favours and was served by smiling..."

Brian Prentice

"Great food and great atmosphere no complaints at all... Would go back again defiantly..."

Yukilala

"Came in on a Saturday night and was very lucky we were able to get a seat. We got the set #2 and the seafood set and both had amazing food. All was..."

Jessica Perrett

"Great experience plus good food. The chef makes it fun as well with the tricks and games he plays with parties on the table. Unless you have big..."

Kyng Star

"Dinner @GinzaTeppanyaki and chose set 2 - the meat eater. We're seated around the grill and our chef is friendly as we watch the preparation of the..."

Shaun D'Monte

"We had a dinner last night with 5 of my friends and it was a amazing experience. Specially staffs are very friendly and professional. I must thanks..."

Safwan Abdul Bary

"Amazing restaurant. Went here for lunch with the family, the kids loved the show and all the games (catching egg in your mouth and catching..."

Tim AU

Don Don Japanese

84/100 (4077 ratings)

Udon & Soba (Wheat & Buckwheat Noodle)

Bento (Lunch Box)

Udon & Soba (Wheat & Buckwheat Noodle)

"cant fault them on anything! great price, great food and great service..."

Rose Tonkin

"Really quick for staff to pack the food into containers, food really good for price although the menu is limited. Don don box really delicious, I’m..."

Shermy Lam

"Can’t really fault this place at all, the portions are massive and the prices are cheap as. Great feed for those days you don’t want to spend too..."

Leila

"Food: Okay.Service: Pay and sit.Ambience: Inner city. Loud students. Like that.Value: Was almost going to give 3 stars, then I..."

John Customer

"Great place for a quick lunch. Very affordable, great value. Amazing taste. I had a sashimi bowl. Huge amount of sashimi. Some of the best sashimi I..."

Joshua Osborne

"Probably my favourite eating place in the city. Food is cheap but tasty & filling. Adore the vibes..."

Skye

"The price is very affordable yet the taste was so good! One of the best Melbourne Cheap..."

SF

"I bought a tofu curry don yesterday for lunch. It was pretty good; the curry had a tiny bit of a kick, the vegetables were all good and the tofu was..."

The Happy Food Lover

"Ever since being hooked onto sashimi bowls, I've been on a hunt to try the best bang for the buck sashimi don. I can now safely say, Don Don does one..."

Valerie

"Well being a good fan of Japanese food, this place is a pure gem. My favorite is the chicken curry don. lots of chicken pieces together with some..."

Olesya Afonchikova

"Featured on Cheap Eats! These place have been around for ages and is popular with the uni students. This is perfect if you need a lunch..."

M3lissa____

"Food is served super fast. It's worth noting that the establishment is cash only. Even with a line the wait is usually only a few minutes. Recommend..."

Piknos

"Highly recommend Don Don. Food is served SUPER fast, I hadn't even finished paying yet and the food was already served!We got the following..."

Goldielyn Limsiy

"The food is great quality, Authentic and fresh. It's kind of Japanese fast food. The sfaff is very friendly and helpful. All of that at a very good..."

Srslyfoods

"I was in the mood for some healthy lunch meal, so I came to Don Don near Melbourne central after work. Can’t go wrong with classic bento..."

Sameer

"Don Don box. I usually walk past here during the day and there's a line out the door. Still busy after 8pm. My order was ready in about 90 seconds...."

Nick Collins

"amazing food, very quick service and great price. My personal fave is the pork katsu curry, I would highly recommend this to any curry lovers out..."

Marlena Adam

"Decent food at prices better than most of the places in the area. However, don't go expecting anything really nice.... and there are times where..."

Bianca Nguyen

"Good food for value! Sashimi don was delicious, packed with fresh salmon, pickles and salad. Portion is generous as well. The only meh for me is..."

Eatwithbonny

"Remembering those good old uni days when ques were really long for that yummy Don don bento box or a hot Chikan curry with rice.Absolutely cheap..."

Ricky.katyal86

"Love Don Don, where they have their ordering process so finely tuned. Some “global fast food chains” could learn a few things from Don Don. My..."

Custardbun

"Quick, tasty, affordable japanese don place. This place has extremely fast service that is even faster than macdonalds. I normally would get the..."

Caroline

"Quick & budget friendly Japanese eats.The place is quite spacious but it is always, like always crowded so it can feel cramped and..."

ＪＯＥＬＬＥ

"A joint serving rice bowls. A very fast moving place with very good value in proportion to their portion sizes. Tends to be crowded with decent..."

Rudy

"Great value for money; super fast service! Missed out on the fried chicken but the pan grilled chicken is pretty great too. Can’t fault the..."

Janice

"I really loved it... their serving is huge enough to fill your hungry tummy. The taste is authentic and worth it... a must try when in..."

Ashenjhay

"I have been visiting Don Don regularly for the last couple of months. Every day, after the gym, I walk up to this restaurant and get my Donburi. This..."

Sreerag Nampoothiri K

"Quick cheap delicious Japanese bento place. Service is so quick makes it perfect spot for quick meal or when you are in hurry. My go to dish is curry..."

Sammy

"Just about the best value for a lunch you are likely to find in the CBD. The Dear Luncher really wanted some ramen, but the staff member in question..."

The Dear Luncher

"Don Don's is on of my go to's for cheap eats in the CBD. Can be in and out within 10 minutes which is crucial when i'm on the go. I have been here..."

Matt Andreadis

"Absolutely love Don Don, found this place a while back when searching "cheap eats cbd" and it certainly lives up to that, I'm able to eat a filling..."

Eve Nixon

"Perfect place to go to for a quick yet great meal! The place itself can be quite messy sometimes but I can find a clean enough seat to enjoy my meal...."

Samuel Braim

"I had been to DonDon with a couple of mates. I was told that the chicken curry don is a must have and yeah it lived up to its name.Yummy, really..."

Andrea Gonsalves

"If you’re looking for a place to give your wallet a rest. Don Dons is the place to go. All meals are under $10 and they don’t stinge on the..."

Rara Chews

"The sukiyaki don has been a go to lunch for me. Cheap, plenty of it, and the ginger is easy to pick off (it's a bit strong for my taste). I wasn't a..."

Charlie

"Attended last night and was impressed. Seriously fast service, excellent choice available. I got the Don Don Box - chicken, beef, salad and bento..."

Crittenden Hennsesy

"Perfect place to go to for a quick, cheap meal. Most of the menu items are all under $10 and the portions are massive. Make sure to bring cash guys..."

Angel_eatz

"Cheap, taste nice, and served very quickly. It's very hard to beat Don Don in terms of value you getting from your paid food. The place itself can be..."

Don Djoe

"Very fast service and polite staff. The food was prepared well and very delicious. Will definitely come again. However, the wasabi was mixed with the..."

Georgina Qiu

"Great food, cheap prices! Cant go wrong!! 🔆LOCATION🔆Hidden away on Little Lonsdale Street (between Swanston and Elizabeth)..."

AngeLuvFood8

"Fast service, great prices, excellent food. This place is always packed and it is easy to see why. The food is prepared promptly and you..."

A&S Eat Everything

"Was worth the wait in line!.. Been wanting to try DonDon for a long time now, and I am fortunate I did. You may have to wait a little in line, but..."

Eatfoodlikeabossmelbourne

"Affordable, fast and really tasty. Went for two rounds of food! Got the curry tofu and beef and were both amazing! Will definitely come back..."

Mykiii

"Me and my friends always grab lunch at this place when we were in university. Their food is cheap, fast and yummy. It is kind of KFC but healthier in..."

Eat_today_diet_tomorrow

"Cheap healthy good food. Been coming here for years!! Fast and tasty. Variety on the menu too. Even salad options. Always busy so always fresh...."

Heg

"Ace little Japanese place. Quick, simple and delicious! The menu is short and super cheap. Order, wait a few minutes and enjoy. Plenty of space to..."

Ruth Cathcart

"The most economic Japanese cuisine I have ever eaten in Melbourne. Great taste with enough volume of food. Will definitely try the second time...."

Savannah Pierce

"Taste so nice. Cheap. I like the food here. The staff is very friendly as well. Would definetaly come back here next time! They have a japanese..."

Steven Yuniansyah Suyanto

"Food is super cheap and the serving is generous. It is good considering the price! Definitely will be a great place for people who works in the..."

Iris Xinrui Chen

"Came back multiple times for a meal because the food here is just so cheap, delicious and quick. Food arrives under a minute after you pay, which is..."

Lady X

"I have tried the buta teriyaki don, sukiyaki don, beef curry don. My favorite one here was beef curry don, the curry sauce was yummy mixed with the..."

CQL

"Delicious food, very fast, very fair prices and portions. The real deal. Annoying that they're cash only, but I forgive them given everything else is..."

Hunter Poelsma

"Don't let yourself be fooled by the stigma that such cheap prices must mean low quality food! I did and the thought of how many great meals I missed..."

William Nguyen

"Absolutely worth it!!! Servings are generous, service is fast and dishes are super cheap. Would definitely come back if I want a cheap and filling..."

Julieeeteee

"No muss no fuss! The only place in Melbourne where you get your food before your change. Hearty hot curry on a cold winters night, or cool soba salad..."

Hungry Little Dinosaur

"I have been here for a couple of times. The wait time from you place your order till you get your food is even faster than Macca’s or any other..."

NoCapsicumPlease

"When it comes to eating out on a low budget, I really recommend this place. The decent sizing and reasonable pricing coming with an ordinarily good..."

HK Loves To Wander

"I have been going to this place for a long time now. This is one of the best places for students. Its cheap, have great food, and placed in just the..."

Thats My Food

"I had the tofu curry don for $6.5 which is surprisingly have a great taste and a generous portion. I like the flavor and I love that pickled radish..."

Floree

"This place has been here since at least 2001. There a reason for that: it’s darn tasty. The dishes are simple yet taste great. The prices don’t..."

Andrew Shelton

"Legit such a cheap place. The food here is extremely decent and tastes better than you would expect for the price. It’s great for a student budget..."

Joanne Liu

"Not many places can beat Don Don on their pricing. For the cost of a bubble tea, you get a full meal with meat in it! Service is super efficient..."

Sunny Days Melbourne

"Don Don is tucked away on little Lonsdale street with an unassuming entrance. The service is typical ‘in and out’ with a dozen or so options..."

Rachael Fisher

"Awesome place. We were here on holiday and visited this place three times! Food is great, portions generous - but what won us over was the very warm..."

Jean Ng

"Great place to pop in and out for lunch. It’s short and simple menu does wonders in helping to make a choice of what to eat, and coupled with the..."

Tea-sun

"Ive been here twice so far and have been loving it. Its menu is very small but portions are 100% worth the price. Taste is again a 100% from me. Def..."

Sushi_Monster

"I have been in Don don maybe 300 times, why? if you are student like me You will understand! The price is ridiculous is cheap!!! The food are..."

Diva Isabel Nebreda

"Came here twice during my visit to Melbourne and was absolutely blown away. The best Japanese curry I’ve ever had, the sauce was amazingly good and..."

Tony Do

"Cheap, tasty Japanese foods tucked outside of Melbourne Central. I only wished that the dish included more vegetables. Additionally, the staff only..."

Mh foods

"Ah, this is a great place if you want decent, affordable food quickly. I had the sake don with miso soup and green tea and it cost me $14 in total. ..."

Marta Tesoro

"Cheap eats. $8.70 for some sliced meat soaked in sake sauce and rice. Can't complain for the price. Quick fix, easy to eat. Extremely quick..."

Johnny Le

"Used to often eat at Don Don in 2014, but since then I've been employed elsewhere. Now that I work in the city again am ecstatic Don Don is still..."

Kevin Lim

"Best value food in the CBD. Sukiyaki Don comes with a generous serving of beef, and is only $8. Tastes amazing, and only a 2 minute..."

Charlie Hobbs

"Wow when people say "best cheap food in the CBD" they probably aren't lying! The Chicken Curry Don was delicious. Meals are quite small, but very..."

Jonathon G (Theerealjono)

"The best cheapest Japanese foods in CBD so far. The taste is fair, the service is quick. Most of the time always ready around 5 minutes since payment..."

Angga Dewa

Kisume

Accepts American Express

"I never write reviews, but Kisumé was just amazing! The food was spectacular and the service was great (our waitress took our drinks off the bill..."

Tamara Pintov

"Fabulous food and outstanding service. Loved the easy vibe downstairs.. Uni sushi and the chargrilled chicken thigh (chilli daikon!!) were highlights..."

Gladys Foster

"Reached early so went upstairs to the bar and had a (warm) sake...to me the only way to drink sake!! The edamame accompaniment I ordered was..."

Renuka Saraswat

"Splurge a little and do the private dining Chefs Table upstairs with Chef Moon. You won't be disappointed. Bookings are a must and recommend you go..."

David-James Nguyen

"Exceptional! Some of Australia’s finest produce served to our table by a samurai of Japanese cuisine. An eye for detail intimately shared with each..."

Daniel Berger

"The best food and service. Awesome management and staff....made our anniversary so special with great..."

Roman Peldys

"Could not fault the food in this restaurant. Absolutely outstanding attention to detail, the flavours were amazing and staff brilliant. Highly..."

Megan Louise

"Amazing table service, such friendly staff that really help make fine dinning more approachable The banquet menu makes it easy for those who..."

Jasmine Russo

"Came here for my birthday dinner and surely wasn't disappointed. The atmosphere of the restaurant was sophisticated yet cozy and the level of..."

Donna Nguyen

"Dined here for my birthday last night with the $125pp set menu and had an incredible experience.The service was professional and attentive,..."

Ashleigh Michelle

"We dined at the Chef’s table. Incredible food and service by our main chef. However the supporting wait staff were not very professional (e.g. a..."

Casey

"Had an amazing dinner last night here! Nice ambience & cozy. Chef explained each dish briefly & it tastes really amazing...."

Priscilla T

"OMG. This place, food, service, everything (except price tag) was to die to. But even the price was worth it on a special night out with my daughter..."

Alimaude

"Absolutely..."

Bean

"⭐️ 4.5/5 stars - 🍇 Food - we got the set menu for $88 pp, I thought this was great value for money as we were completely stuffed..."

Carmen

"We came to Kisume for my birthday on a weekend. I chose the 15 piece sushi omakase. We were promptly seated at the sushi bar and given the menus. The..."

Willtravelforfood17

"We came here the day after Valentine’s Day and ordered the Valentine’s Day tasting menu for $150pp. The overall experience was fantastic and we..."

BD Food Adventures

"We were delighted to have the new years special menu. The Omi Wagyu was tender, the hazelnut Dacquoise was soft, flavoursome and balanced. The best..."

Lachlan Chan

"I had booked the sushi counter to do the sushi Omakase, but it happened to be Chinese New Year so they on a special menu with auspicious prices like..."

Alan Tse

"Quality food. Attentive wait staff. Somewhat over priced but making the most of a good name so costs a bit..."

CK

"Kisume is the perfect place to spend your Saturday night! They have amazing Japanese food which is so fresh, full of flavour and tasty! The bento box..."

Gluten Free Bible

"Tasty food and great..."

Anonymous

"BEST RESTAURANT I’VE BEEN TO IN MELBOURNE..... maybe it’s because I love japanese food but honestly I was so impressed by the ambience, the..."

Danielle D’souza

"The aesthetic and food quality of this restaurant is amazing. Restaurant was a bit difficult to find but don't we all like a hidden gem? Best dish is..."

Diana Quach

"Dined at Kisume on Saturday evening. Very modern, clean, sleek restaurant serving exceptional food. It’s quite expensive, however, the experience..."

SouthEastEater

"I have eaten at kisume a fair few days and not once disappointed. Really great staff and the food is..."

C H

"This is a really nice modern Japanese restaurant. For starters, I really liked the agedashi tofu and seafood soba noodles. We also had the no nori no..."

IEats

"Loved the ambience of this place. Food is great too! A little bit on the pricier side but well worth it...."

M&M

"We came to Kisumé for an omakase experience at the sushi counter and were very impressed. The restaurant has a moody ambience and great aesthetics...."

JM

"Came here for my birthday party with family. Love the restaurant vibes and their customer service. I was really satisfied with food quality and..."

Eatwithbonny

"Booked a table at the sushi counter for a special event, the ambience is fancy casual but very fitting for a special event. Experience is very..."

Kayla Nguyen

"Came here with a a booking made hours earlier for 2 during a Saturday lunch. It was pretty quiet with a calm ambience.We were seated at the..."

Karen

"We went there for the set menu at $175 pp. The wagyu scotch fillet was beautiful, as was the snapper tempura and the cauliflower and mushroom salad...."

Ann

"Delicious food and intimate service. The macadamia cos lettuce salad is a standout for me. Such simple dish yet packed with flavors..."

Chao Zelin Ma

"Great experience at Kisume, amazing decoration very focus on the details. Personally don't like the Foie Gras Angus beef, I reckon is slicely bitter..."

Jack C Lin

"Fantastic service and faultless dishes. Thoroughly enjoyed the..."

Melbournefoodie

"Exceptionally friendly service. Nice, modern interior design. Fresh ingredients and delicious flavours. Beautifully presented dishes...."

Foodforthebrokensoul

"UPDATE: CHEFS TABLEEnjoyed chef’s table tonight, food was great. Some dishes were a slight miss, but enjoyed majority! The experience was..."

Foodie Takes Melb

"I'm a very lucky girl. I've had the privilege of partaking in the Chef's Table experince three times and I would keep coming back if I could! The..."

Ngocolat

"We had a great date night at Kisumé seated at the bar. We made a booking and were seated upon arrival by very friendly staff who also kept us..."

Jen Eats Away

"Had a amazing experience here, seating at the bar area watching the chefs preparing our sushi, nice atmosphere, the menu were interesting, very..."

FoodieInMel

"A good place for a formal date. However, it is definitely not a traditional Japanese restaurant, more like western style with sushi. Fancy location,..."

Joey Zhang

"Ambience: 8/10 Service: 7/10Taste: 9/10Value: 7/10Would recommend cauliflower salad and sushi plate.Sakura Hemingway..."

Hungrywombats

"Had the most delightful meal at Kisumé.The interior was very luxe, and the place was bustling.Staff were very attentive, friendly and..."

Pineapple San

"Late night meal - I’m in love. Set menu had plenty to eat- great flavours and the bar is a great place to watch them prepare food...."

Annette Y

"Our first omakase in Kisume was good! But we wanted to try something out of the list. So we ordered the crispy wagyu truffle in which came out as two..."

Vivi Susanti

"First of all I have to say this is the best dessert I have ever had! The staff are friendly and helpful, but the register lady is a little bit..."

Lareinaglory

"Attended a birthday on this cold weekend. This restraint was nice and cosy as we all enjoyed our meals which were gorgeous to look at and delish..."

Split The Bill

"📝: Discover a fusion of art, design, and dining. Kisumé draws on the purity and integrity of Japanese cuisine while infusing it with Australian..."

Sense Of Food

"Had a lovely evening here with my partner. Service was very attentive, which is excellent. Food was great, though I’ve had better at another fine..."

Jill

"Ive been here many times since its opening but this is the first time I write a review. Kisume is my fav Japanese food in town. The food is super..."

Huong Dang

"I love Kisume! I honestly do not like seafood but Kisume opened my taste buds and they did not disappoint. The dishes were flavoursome and the..."

Wearekimleaf

"🎙"OH, 'KISU-ME' UNDER THE MILKY TWILIGHT" 🌠.What was Edamame and Lentils favourite TV show? 📺 Answer Below..."

Melbourne Food Wanderer

"The evolving omakase menu at Kuro Kisumé is a symphony of flavours that appeals to all humanly senses and is truly emotionally evoking. Trust..."

Lydia Leong

"Delicious Japanese cuisine. So amazed by its flavour, especially the truffle wagyu ball - highly recommended! Ambience and service was really..."

Mrs E

"We dined here last year before Christmas. We had the set menu and all the dishesare fantastic. We spent almost 3hours because some dishes took long..."

Lyn Victoria

"Came here during Melbourne Money and my experience was quite good. Definitely some of the best quality sushi in Melbourne but it comes with a hefty..."

Andrew L

"⭐️ $95pp ⭐️ Excellent Service and Accomodating staff. ⭐️ High Quality Sushi. Tried a set and had to finish with citrus dessert which was..."

Anh Mantou

"I had the privilege of experiencing the chef's table with a sake pairing. Each dish was beautifully presented and eloquently explained by the chef..."

Tepa Rianii

"A fancy fine dining experience, and well worth it. We ordered the 5 course set menu at $140/person and the food quality was great. All the dishes..."

Keven Luan

"Had really high expectations for this place but was a little disappointed. I had a larger group so we had a set menu, the food was great but the..."

Sandy

Chocolate Buddha

83/100 (1486 ratings)

Udon & Soba (Wheat & Buckwheat Noodle)

Udon & Soba (Wheat & Buckwheat Noodle)

Accepts American Express

Seating

Table Service

Wheelchair Accessible

"One of the best sushi experiences you can have in Melbourne undoubtedly.From the outset of our meal, we were greeted by staff who were..."

Kevin & Emily

"Gorgeous open space that easily catered for my table of 6 (with booking).Ordered:🍚 Sashimi Don: with fresh salmon sashimi marinated..."

Jasmine

"This is a great restaurant at Fed Square. It's beautiful inside and has ample seating, including a sushi train. The service was excellent, the..."

Rhonni

"It was Diwali celebration at federation square and we wanted to try something different, Japanese food seemed like a good inspiration. We had ordered..."

Mihir Baxi

"Wonderful service although we did have staff doubling up e.g. 2 waiter brought us water and 2 asked for our orders but they're just extra attentive..."

Ange

"Very beautiful food...."

Jordan

"What a delightful place to dine in the busiest and one of the prettiest places in Melbourne. Was super busy when we came here for a friend’s..."

LC

"This evenings pre gig dinner was consumed at Chocolate Buddha, not only does this venue do Japanese well, it caters for my GF, DF & Fructose..."

Espy Eats

"I struggled to find this restaurant. The gps made me walk past acmi a couple of times and the wall between the gray SBS building and ACMI until I..."

Dr S

"I have been to chocolate Buddha many times, because I have a friend who needs to eat gluten free and chocolate Buddha has a whole page of gluten free..."

Sanyk28

"Had the salmon maki rolls and the apple crumble. Food was absolutely amazing, as was the location. I sat outside with a view of federation square..."

Emma Catherine Beacham

"A dinner with a small gathering of friends. Option of a la carte was a nice surprise, and some restaurants only offer set menus for groups. Staff..."

Junichi

"Don't worry its not all chocolate! That was my first thought when i saw the restaurant sign as we entered anyway. Great prawns and bento box. They do..."

Veta Bajaj

"Don’t let the name fool you - this is a Japanese restaurant and a very good one at that.We had lunch her on a wet and cold Friday and..."

Austin

"I had dinner here tonight and just wanted to compliment all the staff for their amazing service. I eat out a lot but the genuine friendliness and..."

Claui

"We had a fabulous meal here Sunday night. There were six of us and everyone's meal was excellent. Staff were very friendly and knowledgeable of the..."

Disommer

"Love this place, been here so many times and never been disappointed!! Lots of vego & vegan choices. Highly recommend the agedashi tofu and the..."

VegoLover

"Delicious food and fantastic attentive, helpful and friendly service. The Vegetable Maki and Nasu Dengaku (Miso Eggplant) are must tries! I just..."

Ellie

"Great food... Great place indoors and outdoors... and amazing service. Our food was a bit late so they shouted a whole cask of Sake. Talking about..."

Global Foodie & Filmy

"Went to this restaurant for our company Christmas party. The whole restaurant looks nice and relates to Japan. The food was okay, kind of lacked some..."

Kaley Nguyen

"Extremely friendly staff. Good food and even better deserts, my personal favourite being the green tea brûlée! Although it could use more noodle..."

Brittany Clark

"Ordered teriyaki chicken and grilled salmon lunch trays. The grilled salmon is quite good, the skin is crispy and the fish meat is juicy. But the..."

Stella

"We came here for dinner on a Saturday night to meet with a friend.I was not sure what to expect and ordered the Tori soboro noodles this was..."

Split The Bill

"Outstanding food and faultless service. Had dinner here with friends on Friday and we ordered pretty much every small dish on the menu - everything..."

Blergh!

"A recent return (Feb 2020) confirmed the delights of Chocolate Buddha. There's been a complete refit - this was my first time since reopening (had..."

Keith Lawrence

"Always happy to come here with a group of friends for a meal! Great atmosphere, service, food and cocktails! Its also a great place to watch the..."

Melbfoodluva

"My Mum and I had the most delicious meal here - it was 10 days ago on a crazy evening in Melbourne due to the footy. It was very busy (pre footy time..."

Meg

"Great night with the lads. Service was exceptional. Food was great with no real misses amongst the multiple shared plates we ordered. A busy Friday..."

Matty

"Such an unassuming name for a Japanese restaurant. Very informed and friendly staff. Great food and service. A little sterile in the ambience Dept,..."

Dazz Inator

"Great Japanese with a nice view of fed square. Good lunch special and friendly informative staff. I will definitely return to try a few more options...."

Anna Wheelahan

"I went for dinner tonight w Simmyeats.Melb, her partner and my friend which was sooo much fun. The service from the moment we walked in the..."

Timinmelbourne

"I haven't been here in years and last night I warmed up with my first ever ramen experience. I ordered the spicy pork ramen but instead of pork I got..."

Simmyeats.Melb

"Visited yesterday for weekend lunch. Very quiet inside. Was greeted by the very enthusiastic host, given menus to look at and we took some outdoor..."

Tania Salu

"I had heard on a few low fodmap support groups that Chocolate Buddha catered to the low fodmap diet so I thought I would give the city restaurant a..."

Fussy Fodmapper

"I had a really good time here! I ordered the Nabeyaki Soba because ever since playing Phoenix Wright Spirit of Justice i always wanna get the soba..."

Thuaners

"Friendly and professional staff who are always very helpful and attentive. Great atmosphere and amazing Buddha status to admire. The good is amazing..."

N

"Went here after a show as nowhere else was serving food. Pleasantly surprised. Great service, very friendly and helpful staff. The food was delicious..."

Izzy Wild

"Chocolate Buddha definitely has a menu that caters for most however we don't believe the food is worth the extremely high prices or arrogant service...."

@twogoodtoresist

"My friend used to work here and was telling me how it was really tasty and traditional. Given we have both spent time in Japan I was eager to check..."

Good Food Good Mood

"I honestly do feel this place is a tiny bit over-rated. It is always super crazy busy and I feel that is probably what brings it down a bit. It..."

Lilly Pilly

"I've been to chocolate Buddha a few times now. A trendy and very well located restaurant in Federation Square of Melbourne CBD.Really good..."

Dinermelb

"3.8 to be exact. Better ramen than I had in a while. The soup wasn't bad at all, certainly not bland! The chasyu was a bit ordinary, not enough fat..."

KC

"We arrived and sat outside. The service was impeccable and the waitress was lovely. We ordered a couple of small dishes that were all amazing...."

Allison King

"I've been to this place a number of times, due to it's convenience and fabulous noodle dumplings, and can't believe I haven't written a review before..."

Shazzamataz

"Great place for a quick dinner if you are around Federation Square, great friendly staff- delicious food and a lovely place to people watch..."

Sugar_licks

"Excellent spot for a meal if you're visiting ACMI or the Ian Potter gallery at Fed Square. The food was really good, although a little on the..."

Ben To

"Frenetic and fabulous. The crew know there stuff and are very efficient. And the food is delicious, portions generous and enough choice to please..."

Check Please

"A great location with better than average standard and unique dishes, but at a relatively hefty price. My Spicy Pork Ramen ($22) was good,..."

TonkleChicken

"Food was alright, didn't really wow me but I suppose it was pretty unique Japanese with a western twist. Had the pork lunch tray, I liked the brown..."

Kristie Koo

"Love this place, great menu, great taste and welcoming staff. My favourite is the spicey pork ramen A great place to meet up with friends in the city..."

Zessie

"Chocolate Buddha has been a go to for me whenever I am forced to spend any amount of time in the CBD. It has a great outlook, I quite like the shared..."

Oni San

"Delicious pork belly and fantastic tempura pumpkin cooked to perfection; soft on the inside and light crispy tempura batter. Staff are friendly and..."

Cristy Phelan

"The name won't tell but this place is actually one of the better Izakaya restaurants in Melbourne. Great range of small share dishes and wonderful..."

MelbFoodHunter

"Federation Square is known for its diverse amount of of people and restaurants.Certain restaurants give real emphasis and an example of..."

Taking A Bite

"We had lunch at Chocolate Buddha on Saturday to celebrate a family birthday. There were 11 of us ranging in age from 15 to 77, with pretty diverse..."

Dave Ansett

"We recently went to chocolate Buddha for lunch on a weekday. Considering it's in Fed Square, it was surprisingly quiet, ideal for a slow lunch with..."

Simon

"Had a great night, food lovely...and too entertainment with our waiter Michael. Wonderfully attentive, hilarious and professional.............."

Ali Horan

"Was looking for somewhere to have dessert and came across this place. Really appreciated the warm and friendly service. My friend and I tried the..."

Jennyaichen

"I came here for dinner with a group of people on a Saturday night. Most of us were running late but our table was still reserved for us. The renkon..."

Faye

"We had a lovely meal at chocolate Buddha. The food was consistently good across the 4 dishes we ordered and the service was attentive. Overall, an..."

Steph Hanson

"Last Saturday a group of us met at Federation square to have lunch at a frequently talked about local spot. Chocolate Buddha is a communal Japanese..."

Ashlee Adams

"I like this place, food is fresh & good quality, service is efficient and friendly. Well located. They accommodate dietary requirements really..."

Yuppiehippiechick

"Summary Review: This place serves simple Japanese dishes done well and presented well. In an inviting communal seating environment, this is the place..."

Mz_J

"Had dinner here on a Saturday night, they were packed but the service was really good and the food was pretty quick to come out!The servings..."

Food Architect

"Great food and service, you have to try the Korean chicken and the plum wine , the dumplings are great and the prices reasonable, have to book in to..."

Peter Emmerson

"I don't know where to begin with this place! The food is just to die for, the location is central, the staff are super friendly, cocktails go down a..."

Elizabeth215

"What a delightful dining experience! Chocolate Buddha was the restaurant chosen by my partner to cap off our five-day Melbourne visit, which..."

Food Baes

"Such great and welcoming service, really cool place to chill. Got iced chocolate and was delicious!!!!! Unfortunately didn't order any food -..."

Gabby Deg

"Service is excellent, very nice waitersI got the Buddha dumplings and age- dashi tofu, it's a very salty ( only today not other times I ate..."

Olivia

"Lovely Japanese restaurant overlooking Federation Square.Pros- friendly, polite service- fresh, healthy food- fast..."

Purple Anise

"By far my favourite restaurant in Melbourne.The wait staff are really friendly and the food is AMAZING! Try the pumpkin rolls and the..."

Becks

"This japanese restaurant is just located at Federation Square. It is nice to seat either inside or outside. I prefer seating inside to have a more..."

MF

"We had lunch there today (2.30pm, kitchen still opened!), the staff was really good and extremely friendly. We shared some pork belly (to die for!)..."

Foodielicious

"We wanted something to snack on before dinner so we ordered the mapo tofu & kingfish sushi roll. Did not expect the tofu to be so good! Kingfish..."

Gossipgalaxy

"I came here for dinner with my parents today. We ordered the tempura soft shell crab salad, sashimi don, wagyu don, spicy pork ramen and green tea..."

Gwendolyn Tan

"I truly love this place! Never disappointed. OK, so it gets a bit busy on weekends, but that is because of the brilliant location, versatile food..."

Cafeeverymeal

"Had lots of delicious meals here over the years, honestyCan't remember having had an average dish let alone a bad one - lovely crockery, well..."

MrArk

"Yum is the first word that comes to mind! Huge variety of food and drinks on the menus accompanied by huge flavours! Willing to cater for any..."

Nashii Babic

"I go here for a quick drink and some nibbles with a friend on a regular basis. Staff are always friendly and the food is consistently top notch! ..."

Little Pink Piggy

"Been back here many times for the great food, great service and great location. If you're after something fun, social and casual as a couple or with..."

Ali Ward

"I'm not sure why there are negative reviews about this place, perhaps those that wrote them had had a bad day? I couldn't fault this place from the..."

Dave Owen

"As usual I received the best service tonight at Chocolate Buddah. The food is always amazing but the staff are always and without exception so..."

Michaela Uzima

"Gourmet gluten free lunch. Not just gluten free, but really tasty and beutifully presented! Will be back next time we're in..."

Trish

"Having been there previously for a number of years and again just in early February 2014, the relatively low Urbanspoon rating is a testament..."

Shanton

"To celebrate the end of the uni semester I headed to Chocolate Buddha in Federation Square. The joint has been around I believe since Federation..."

ELouise

"All the elements work well together for a tasty and clean dish - the silken tofu made..."

Aggofato

"Chocolate Buddha has long been one of my favourite Melbourne restaurants. It's right in the middle of Federation Square and serves fantastic Japanese..."

Bri

"...discovered that it was a japanese restaurant. i was immediately pleased with my selection. i started with an asahi beer, because i'm a cliche..."

Laura Brown

"I had trouble trying to write this epic Ramen post which is why it has taken me so long. Personally, ramen in Melbourne is actually quite..."

Jeroxie

"Yet another cloudy, winter day in Melbourne. Usually I would have loved to stay at home in the warmth all day with Iron Chef Rob watching DVDs but..."

Iron Chef Shellie

"I love dining at Chocolate Buddha. The food is great especially the izakaya menu which is lovely for sharing with friends. The staff are friendly and..."

Lula

"Excellent service and food!. Friendly staff with excellent customer service. Food was fast and delicious .. very hard to pick a favourite dish of the..."

Winterz

"VERY GLUTEN FREE FRIENDLY. It's casual and the service matches it. Service is not bad, but it's nothing to write home about either. Asian cuisine is..."

Coeliac.livingglutenfree

"Had a fabulous meal. My son is GF and the menu caters well for food allergies. Not the cheapest but excellent quality and excellent service. Highly..."

Colleen

"Love this place!. I had lunch here yesterday with some friends, and we had a fab time. Our designated waiter Lucas was absolutely charming, and kept..."

Supersnazzy

"I have eaten here quite a few times in the past but not recently. There must have been a change in management...for the better!! All the staff super..."

Snake00

"YUM. I love everything about this place. I don't care if people say it's touristy and non-traditional. Ive been here a billion times and the standard..."

Confi_dance

"Great location. I've always enjoyed Chocolate Buddha when I've eaten here. Last week was no exception, although it didn't excite me as it had..."

Stvar1

"Rocked up on a Saturday night with 3 kids 4 adults and no booking. We were looked after by a great waitress. Food was fantastic as was the..."

WestISbest

"Delivers. Chocolate Buddha isn't claiming to be a restaurant which provides totally authentic Japanese food. What it does well, it delivers: casual..."

MelbourneMiss

"Good environment and excellent courteous service with prompt delivery of both entree and mains. Food was well presented and delicious. Gluten free..."

AndrewS

"I used not to. It is not the best available but it is a staple for the regular cbd Japanese food attendee who values gif food. Tempura is..."

Stephen JR

"Can't stay away.. Have been coming here for many years and have seen so many staff come and go, menu alterations and renovations but I keep coming..."

Tara Devii

"This place still has good food, namely the newly added salmon avocado roll w apple wasabi, but it is a long way from where it used to be. Much..."

Brando The Pig

"Yum!. I often have to work in Melbourne, and this is one of my usual safe bets for good food and quick..."

Sarah

"My favourite Japanese restaurant in Melbourne! The food is always great, the restaurant is nice and easy to get to and the staff are really friendly!..."

Alyce M

"I love buddha. People usually write bad reviews because they have nothing better to do, Chocolate Buddha is a great venue in an awesome location and..."

Basil

"Best place to eat in Federation Square. Not the best Japanese I've had but still tasty. Venue makes up for the lack of flavour and moderate to high..."

Blake

"Great Experience. On first glance... A majestic row of seating, elegant service, with a menu to die for.A curry so perfectly made that......"

Obi-wan Kenobi

"Phenomenal Japanese cuisine. Chocolate Buddha is about to become my new go-to restaurant. Super convenient location - check. Gorgeous fit-out with..."

Emma Winton

"Great Food!. Awesome food, have taken friends from interstate and overseas and everyone really..."

Cameroncallister

"So so. Not too sure if I would return again. I think whether you would like this place or not just depends on what your after. The food is great, but..."

Erin Mahony

"Quick bite to eat!. Dropped in on a number occasions, but recently had the king fish and prawn sushi... Simply AMAZING! The sashimi and sushi here is..."

J.Hutchison

"Yum!. Menu is small (1 page for hot mains) and a little pricey- but I still love going here! The barramundi and the eggplant are to die for! Just..."

De88ie_9irl

"Good for quick meal. Well priced and tasty share plates. Service efficient and friendly without being..."

Turtle

"Great food! It's a lovely place to go for a special Japanese meal as it is pricey compared to all the sushi shops around Melbourne. Loved the tempura..."

Hello Kiki

"Japanese in Fed Square!. Not cheap but great location and a good restaurant for large parties.Japanese food is the bomb and they do a..."

Lily N

"Good Food and A Nice Location.. Chocolate buddha has nice modern australian cuisine, a good wine list and a nice location overlooking the Yarra, give..."

Gursharan Chana

"Ur paying for the location here as the food isn't anything out of the ordinary. Having said that I've been several times and will prob go back. I've..."

Tanya Pappalardo

"The food is good. We get a large vego dish to share. Beer prices are..."

Big Mojo

"Gluten free menu is a bit limited compared to the rest of the menu but food and service very good...."

Samuel Cox

"I'm a sucker for the Teriyaki chicken here-plus the location is good if catching a show in the city. Still a..."

Luke

"Ra-ra-ramen! For the cheap price tag and speedy food it's good when you're in a rush. To all the people out there who are unhappy that the food comes..."

Jade

"Overpriced for average taste. You're paying for the atmosphere. Its a nice place to socialise. The food is average, its food you can get anywhere but..."

Munchinmelbourne

"Loved it. Tasty food, good wine selection (Plum Wine was different) and lovely personal service. Looking forward to returning with friends, family &..."

Foodie

""which powder do i eat?!". Yum yum bento box was really good...the spicy little powders on the table are great on rice and id never had them before..."

P's Bottomless Pit

"Decent. From memory, not a lot of the food from Chocolate Buddha appealed to me, except, perhaps ironically the (Korean) bibambap. I've had it twice..."

Christina Ngo-Nguyen

"It's all about the location and this is reflected in the prices. We came here on a Monday night and couldn't fault the service. The entrees were..."

Rob

"Really enjoyed my experience there. Staff were helpful and lovely, ramens were massive! I left very very full and the prices of dishes was expected..."

Celia

"Tasty food, adequate service, great location. Ordered a rice and a noodle dish, both of which were tasty. Shame they don't do ordinary gyoza though...."

Foodi

"Great location, busy and lots to choose from on the menu. Communal eating style (long benches) so it's great for groups. A bit disappointed though..."

The Hungry Badger

"Central location & great food. Every time I go to Chocolate Buddha (and it would have to be in excess of half a dozen), I tell myself I'll try..."

Nadia

"Suprisingly Good!. At a restaurant called "Chocolate Buddha" I would not have expected Japanese food, but this place was, and business was booming...."

Iron Chef Shellie

"The atmosphere And the food were excellent. I highly recommend it if you love Japanese food. The only downside is there are no waiters taking orders..."

Sargon Younan

"The service here was friendly. We really enjoyed the entree and sashimi sharing options. The fusion flavours were also great. The ambience and..."

Jen G

"Chocolate Buddha is a great venue for family with little children. They do amazing children dishes, and delicious Japanese inspired dishes. We had..."

Zainurul Rahman

"Always one of my favourite places to eat in Melbourne. Great healthy food, great atmosphere, easy to get to and always something happening in..."

Ajanta Judd

"Absolutely delish! We were walk ins late on a Saturday and we managed to grab two spots at the bar - the staff were so incredibly lovely. Food was..."

Tiffany Vines

"Great spot! Great service! Extraordinary flavoursome food, which is presented well. All in all a great experience as long as you don't require a seat..."

Mark Nussy

"Chocolate Buddha continually amazes me. The staff, the food, the location & vibe all nailed. This will always be my favourite place to go for dinner...."

Alec Latchford (xSmartalec)

"The restaurant is located right at the centre of Federation Square and so easily accessible by public transport The food was incredible! Most..."

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Sake Restaurant & Bar

82/100 (2508 ratings)

Accepts American Express

Waterfront

Reservations

Table Service

Wheelchair Accessible

"Great variety, everything ordered was good. Happily revisit to try other things..."

Denise Lim

"I quite enjoyed my dinner here but i'm not sure if it was the most worth dinner I've had. We had the unagi tacos and that was definitely my favourite..."

Connie

"Food 🍣🥩🍛☆☆☆☆The food was absolutely mouth-watering, especially the kingfish. We had the New Classics menu which had 9..."

Cynthia Cho

"Being Japanese, I understand flavors and what authentic Japanese food tastes like.Although I was not a fan of fusion Japanese, this place..."

Amy

"Sake is a classy modern Japanese restaurant with gorgeous views of the city and Yarra river. We had the classic menu that consists of the chef’s..."

Kris L

"Food was delicious but felt that the portions were too small and I left still feeling hungry. It's a little bit too pricey for what you're..."

Karen

"🇯🇵 japanese feast🍣 sashimi moriawase🐚 seared scallops🐟 nori crisps🍤 popcorn shrimp🦆 fragrant duck..."

Sense Of Food

"Perfect Japanese cuisine each & every time. Probably been here around 20-30 times for dinner. Super fresh, tasty and the service has always been..."

Freezinghot

"Popped in quite late after seeing a show at the arts center. Went for the set menu so that we could have a try of everything. My partner is allergic..."

Sam Pang

"Had a great evening dining here with my partner. The service was impeccable. Food was deliciously amazing, definitely better than Nobu. The ambience..."

Jill

"Absolutely love it here. The location is beautiful - overlooking the water, the service is fantastic and the food is AMAZING! Cannot wait to be back...."

Renee

"Been here several times in the past few years- both at Hamer Hall and Flinders Ln (but I am bias to the Hamer Hall one more).The food is..."

Teeks

"Both: 4*While there's a lot to say about Sake, such as the 50% off deal, ambiance and service, I can only say one thing: the..."

CoupleOFoodies

"Highly recommend this restaurant. Be sure to book and ask for table otherwise you may be seated at the bar which isn’t bad either because of the..."

Lil Porker

"Always nice to just relax and sit next to the riverside. The setting is modern. Went back this time and tried their new classic menu. Each..."

Lorli

"I tried Sake on a whim for dinner, as I was craving nasu dengaku and this place was nearby. It's not an incredibly authentic Japanese restaurant,..."

Quince And Cheese

"Pay for the view, the brand, the locationRecently ate here and had the $99 set menu, food was decent but at these prices I expect to be..."

Niceguy

"It’s Valentines Day and I arrived at 5pm no booking. They gave us the most amazing table and extended the booking. Staff were so professional..."

David Macfarlane

"I was impressed with the food here. Each dish came out quick and really enjoyed each dish. Kingfish, salmon and dessert was my favourite. We had..."

Hungry Koala

"A really nice Japanese fusion with a great view on the side of Yarra river. Been here a few times and good are always really good. The definitely..."

Eat_today_diet_tomorrow

"While I’m not a big fan of Japanese, I enjoyed our meal here. The location is lovely - right on the river front - and the staff were helpful in..."

Clare

"Beautifully decorated environment. Loved the table lamps that were placed on every dining table. It created a really romantic scene.Food:..."

Sweet.connoisseur

"Sake restaurant has a classy, intimate atmosphere, their dimly lit, modern interior giving an impressive first impression. Overall:..."

Kayla Nguyen

"I was so impressed with my experience at the Flinders Lane store I've taken family and friends to the one located at Hamer Hall for 3 times in a..."

～Happy Neko~

"Beautiful location when the sun is shining. Pricey but food is delicious for a special occasion! Sashimi is fantastic, all seafood dishes are..."

Sophie Maclure

"Located inside the Melbourne Art Centre overlooking the Yarra River, you’ll find Saké Restaurant & Bar, a dynamic sushi restaurant serving..."

Melbourniancritic (The Melbourne Experience)

"Great place for fine dinning because the price are high and the portion are tiny. The stuffs are so pretty and the river view is just amazing during..."

FBriacliff

"Great food, all very fresh and good quality. The popcorn shrimp and rib lettuce cups were delicious and the view of the bank is great if you sit..."

Cristian

"We came here for a late lunch and was pleasantly surprised by the quality of food. We ordered the nori crisps, kingfish carpaccio, octopus yakitori..."

Hangry Horace

"Definitely a must ! Great food, great staff, and lovely atmosphere. It’s in a beautiful place along south bank, lovely to look out at the water..."

Mia.grinch

"Nice ambiance. Service on point. Beautifully presented Japanese food with great sashimi. Good wines on offer. Great view of the bank...."

Melbourne Epicure

"Restaurant is in a great location overlooking the Yarra River! Didn't have a booking on a Thursday night and got a table for two straight away. Very..."

Sienna L Davidson

"Everything is just on point ..food is a bit at the pricy side but $260 for two is not too bad.. We enjoy it definitely worth for the price ..highly..."

Sunz Lim

"The quality of the food is great here, and the service is very good. The view overlooks the Yarra river and is nice during the summer. Inside, the..."

Dumba

"Gorgeous sun drenched restaurant on the river with a great sharing menu for groups. The food was all fresh and full of flavour. My favourite dish was..."

Sarah

"Great food excellent service nice ambience could not fault really.I would return again.I accidentally dropped my chop stick and before I..."

Michael Paxinos

"This place is so nice! The decor is modern contemporary and the staff are attentive. The food is great but a little on the pricey side. My favourite..."

Danielle Nguyen

"The ambiance, food and service at Sake Hamer Hall is always perfect. On a busy night you will have a bit of a wait for food but it’s worth it. The..."

Danii Dee

"Great place for lunch particular after diving into the world of Dior and thinking how appropriate for Melbourne in hosting something as elegant and..."

Tim Heng

"LIT!: the scampi tarte was a delightful punch of flavour. We also had a selection of sushi, mushroom hotpot, wagyu, alcoholic drinks and dessert on..."

Jennitals

"Didn't find saké to be as amazing as I thought it would be. Portion sizes are pretty small so make sure you order a number of dishes to get full...."

Justin

"Wow! This classy venue is amazing. It's good to be able to see the cooks in the kitchen preparing the food if you sir by the bar. I had to watch the..."

Joan Lee

"Great food. Great service. Great location. We ordered takeaway sushi and although it was very $$ the wait wasn't too long and the staff..."

Lilyvann

"I love this place! It's in a beautiful spot in Melbourne and on a sunny day it's a perfect spot to enjoy some delicious Japanese food, an Asahi and..."

KnowingMelbourne

"Yummmmmmy!!! Love the kingfish dish, and their 'Hattori Hanzo' cocktail combination may seem a little weird, but it was surprisingly good! Also, it's..."

Jean

"Absolutely amazing atmosphere and food! The sashimi platter was worth every penny! The saying goes... you don't judge a book by its cover but Sake..."

Diana Q

"A bunch of my pals and I had tickets to a show at Hamer Hall so this bit of prime real estate made a lot of sense, the restaurant is stunning, the..."

Street Cred

"We found the mains to be really small and were still hungry after our meal. Nice food but quite expensive though for what you get. Worth a visit if..."

TrevB

"Prompt service, great food. Friendly staff. Expensive, however worth it in regards to location and quality. Must book, seems to always be fairly..."

Casey

"Love coming to Sake. The atmosphere is great and the afternoon/early evening sun setting on Southbank makes it one of the premier restaurant..."

Filet De Boeuf

"Dined at Sake last week for a spontaneous mid week dinner. We had the degustation which was really well modified to accommodate our dietary..."

Edie Maxwell

"Service is excellent as is their drinks menu. Food is absolutely flawless. We dined for a pre-theatre dinner & they were extremely accommodating...."

Lovely LL

"Years ago I used to dream that Shaun Presland would bring the happiness that is Sake to the streets of Melbourne and when it finally happened I very..."

Good Food Good Mood

"The location is perfect, just in front of Yarra River, the venue and ambience is very nice. The food portion is a little bit small and the price is a..."

Jane B

"I love Japanese food so my standards are quite high... and Saké meets them all. Little plates to salad, to big plates to cocktails, it has all..."

IsFoodIsGood

"Have a good view of the yarra river.The food is good but expensive. I would like to go there another time with my husband and parents...."

Li Li

"Nice, but way too expensive. We liked the food, service, decor, and the location, but this all comes at a cost. Coming in for a quick meal..."

TonkleChicken

"Perfect location and view, great service. Quality of food is average. We had the banquet and the scallop & fish entrees were nice enough, but not..."

TT

"Beautiful location and delicious sushi! They have the best sushi ever! Only had two types of mocktails but they were both yummy. Service was a bit..."

CoCo

"Great setting on a nice sunny Melbourne day! Went here for a function and had some sort of banquet and the food was all really good!! ..."

Denny Patron

"Sensational signature menu, so-so service. A pre-show dinner at Saké was a stunning gastronomic experience but the awkward and annoying service..."

Missdelish

"It was a causal visit but a treat for my birthday. And boy.. what a treat! We decided on the "sake signature dishes" and relatively dry sake...."

Shanaka Eats

"Stopped for a glass of wine and a snack after a long walk. Had a French rose and the shrimp tempura. Service excellent and welcoming. Tempura crispy,..."

Chris Blyth

"Contemporary Japanese Dining in the Good Spot of town. Wonderful first date spot since it is well situated to enjoy the city lights and a casual..."

Laura Chen

"We went here on a Monday night and absolutely loved it. We were treated like royalty as we were the only ones of about 20 other customers there, it..."

Ellen Hutchison

"Came here with some friends on Friday - I love Japanese and how you leave feeling light and not sluggish and heavy. Pros: Food was very..."

Bianca Ross

Akachochin

82/100 (2330 ratings)

Udon & Soba (Wheat & Buckwheat Noodle)

Accepts American Express

Reservations

Seating

Table Service

Wheelchair Accessible

"Really friendly space with excellent food great service and a real traditional concept of how to serve their customers. Tonight is the third night in..."

Richard Popple

"Lovely atmosphere. Fantastic meal! We enjoyed every morsel! Thank you, the staff were very attentive, polite & gracious! Will come again..."

Lea Hackett

"The most amazing place to eat and is our go to restaurant when we come to Melbourne. Great food, great service and staff always happy and helpful...."

Kim Tippett

"Amazing food and service!! This place still the best in city! I don't know anywhere I can go to Japanese restaurant in city at the moment. Thank you..."

Aya Ishibashi

"Amazing innovative fresh delicious Japanese food... the Wagu Tataki and the Kani Cream Harumaki were out of this world... the atmosphere and staff..."

Louise Hill

"Very friendly and helpful staff. Loved the food and the service was excellent. Will definitely go again and recvpmend to..."

Sheena Graham

"We had a lovely platter of food. It was fresh and..."

Mary Kerr

"Best food I have ever eaten!! Amazing service as well!! Highly..."

Lynsey Deer

"Food was delicious and came out quite quickly. We ordered a mixture of cold and hot plates. Plates were sent out one at a time and staff were very..."

Roxeen Petkovic

"Loved this place. Very attentive service, excellent..."

Christine Adams

"wonderful sushi and sashimi, really really delicious with great table next to the..."

Holly Hirsch

"I’ve been here multiple times and have never been disappointed. Food is always perfect, and ambience is great for date nights, casual enough for..."

Rachel Iwannabeaninja Tan

"Went for a friends wedding. Had a 6-7 course banquet, had a sashimi platter, fish, pork belly with soy broth, kaarage chicken, crab croquettes, beef..."

Pyro

"Well priced and delicious food. Drinks came out fast but the earlier courses were about 20mins between each, the last ones came out a lot faster. It..."

Hazey

"Got the feed me 6 course meal, the lychee daiquiri and Yuzu old fashion cocktails. Staff were super friendly, explained every dish in detail when..."

Sylv

"The reasons I would revisit @akachochinmelb: 1. Happy hour drinks of $6 beer and wine till 6:30pm 2. It’s located right outside DFO Southwharf and..."

Joanne | Melbournecitay

"What a beautiful view along Southbank to have lunch on such a beautiful day. Seriously relaxing. We chose the lunch set menu yummy! We ate everything..."

Lyonee Dang

"The best Japanese restaurant in Melbourne to eat Authentic Izakaya style Japanese. The sushi bar was a perfect place to sit and see the chef's..."

Jassi Adhi

"Very busy during the weekend. During the weekdays they offer lunch specials which is what I got, chose the grilled pork belly option which comes with..."

G1k

"Akachochin at South wharf. Nice Japanese restaurant with good food and bar ambience. Love their food but service was very very slow. You can come in..."

Steven Gu

"I thought this restaurant had a great vibe, with a nice view and being really nicely decorated. The food was good, but it came in rather small..."

Jes

"Stumbled upon this little gem along the Yarra one fine Saturday afternoon and decided to go there for lunch. It was a great decision! From the moment..."

Levina

"A trendy Japanese restaurant along the Yarra river! The food is nutritious and he mocktails are refreshing. Perfect place for dinner with a few..."

Ash.m.watters

"Very good value for money lunch set menu! My partner had the pork belly with rice option 1 and the pork was very tender and flavoursome! The potato..."

Nicole Hu

"We were welcomed here on a cold Sunday night by the extremely friendly staff. The menu is fairly varied and none of the dishes I ate were..."

Applejuice

"Everything was good ,presented and served well. But they lacked a certain element to make it exceptional or memorable. I was told the panacotta will..."

Tabi Ei

"In celebration for my birthday, we decided to enjoy our favourite cuisine- sushi. Located right outside DFO South Wharf along a coast of bars and..."

Kevin & Emily

"A bit over going to the same restaurant when we feel like Japanese.. a friend and I came across Akachochin and booked for dinner. WOW! So glad..."

Juliet

"Amazing aesthetic and location. The most friendly staff you'll ever meet. The sushi is perfect. Everything is perfect. We used the half price meals..."

Allthenom

"Food and service was good! We had the set lunch at 20 dollars and it came with salmon sashimi which was fresh. The pork was good too and my wagyu..."

Mei Yee

"SHIOJAKE OCHAZUKE - Green tea poured over rice seasoned with flaked grilled salmon oshinko, nori, spring onion and wasabi. Rice was a bit..."

Some Bunee Loves Food

"Good newish sort of Japanese restaurant on sth wharf. Started with the kingfish sashimi and tuna tartare... bit light on with the tuna but it was..."

Birdman

"Awesome place with awesome food, we were suiting outside beside the Yates river with a perfect weather. I highly recommend Today’s Wagyu, if you..."

Julie James

"Tried Akachochochin as they have a 50% food deal on. The dishes are pretty decent. The nigiri moriawase set had a nice range of nigiris...."

Melb_Belly

"I was pretty pleased with Akachochin. I came here with some colleagues for a Friday lunch. Being a nice day we sat outside by the Yarra. The venue is..."

Melbourne Epicure

"Visited this Japanese restaurant a few times this month. Sushi and sashimi are generally very fresh, sometimes the rice is bit hit and miss with its..."

Hungry_melbournian

"It was decent. Space: smaller than expected.Food: fresh but overpriced, not enough variety. Ambient: smoothing and good.Customer..."

Julie Nguyen

"Wonderful location! Absolutely fresh sashimi :) they serve the best agedashi tofu in town! Small portion but the food was divine. One of my fave..."

Ying

"I would like to start this by saying thank you so much for giving us a very delightful new year eve (and happy new year 2018).We booked a..."

Food Dine Roll

"Lovely atmosphere and very welcoming staff. The food was authentic Japanese and did not disappoint however it was all in very small serves and very..."

Madeline Agnes

"The reviews seem to be up and down for this restaurant, luck may have been on our side when we came for lunch. The restaurant was semi full but we..."

The Walking Foodies

"Walked in on a quiet afternoon d place was almost empty. Greeted by the manager San & promptly seated. Mature Japanese lady appeared busy though..."

MelbfoodCritic

"My wife and I had a simple yet beautiful dinner here tonight. I had the Sushi Mirwase and my wife had the agedashi tofu with mixed vegetable sauce...."

Steven Nagy

"My partner and I have been here several times and consistently return to good service, amazing food and a great atmosphere. After having been to..."

Gayle Athanasiadis

"Lovely, friendly service, beautiful fresh food and full of flavour! Lovely view by the river and fast food service. Authentic Japanese food. Would..."

Kim Tran

"We had their lunch special on a beautiful sunny day. It's very spacious and we loved to see outside enjoying the view. Food and service were great..."

Live_in_melbourne

"It's Japanese Tapas style...beautiful food, the ambience is not bad..staff are friendly, it's just that there was a long delay in between tapas, we..."

Megan

"Very nice sashimi, especially the kingfish and sea bass. Prawn rolls very good too. Wagyu tataki might have been cut a little thinner, but was good..."

Fredster64

"I'm very surprised that the reviews are either incredibly good or bad for this restaurant. It makes me think the restaurant is really inconsistent...."

Julycheee

"Food: the food is great, nothing on the menu is typical so it's a bit of an adventure. One of my favourites is nabeyaki udon so was good to try their..."

Dieter

"Enjoyed the chicken tori lunch set. It also came with choice of sashimi. The lunch came with salad, miso soup, rice and pickled bean shoots. For $20..."

Split The Bill

"One of my favourite Japanese restaurants in Melbourne, and I keep coming back here for more. Every time we're in town, I always promise myself I will..."

Oyster

"If you like Japanese I highly recommend this place !!The service is great , the nice respectful Japanese way .. salmon sashimi is so tasty , I..."

Reem A Ch

"Last night I had dinner at Akachochin with a friend. We decided to share a number of dishes together so we could try a mixture of dishes...."

Caroline Beaney

"My upvote for Akachochin wasn't for the food, but for the good vibes and the great attention to detail this establishment has as a dining experience...."

Kell

"Really good place for a meal. Only loses 0.5 of a star because of the price-y-ness. Though I must admit the $20 lunch special is good value and..."

MandyToorak

"Came here on a Thursday, was lucky to get spot despite no booking. The layout makes you feel comfortable and the roof top has two sumos wrestling..."

Kwan Chan

"Fantastic quick find. Waiters were friendly and helpful and the meals were fantastic. Great value for money too. Will be recommending it to friends..."

Tassie Eleftheriou

"Very fresh sushi, service and ambience are good. Food are fine however noting is surprised. It can consider as a nice japanese restaurant in town..."

Margaret

"So much yum in this quiet, serene spot on the South Wharf. Beautiful setting, quiet ambiance and wonderful service for a daring Japanese tapas menu..."

J0yy173

"Ventured out for lunch today to Akachochin for the first time at Noon and chose their Sashimi Moriawase (platter equalling 9 pieces of assorted..."

Melbourne Epicurean Juror

"Okay we ordered the tasting with the matching sake. End of the day the place isn't a 3 hat venue but thank goodness is isnt. I picked this place to..."

Scott-Bradley Pearce

"One of the best Japanese food in Melbourne.... Great atmosphere and great service. Large range of sake available too! Definitely would recommend to..."

Fryday Night Foodie

"Located in a slice of a large warehouse structure, Akachochin makes a lovely addition to South Warf! I'm not too familiar with Japanese..."

M.

"Nabe is a Japanese style hotpot. For $29 p/p they provide a massive plate of pork belly and chicken with assorted vegetables for the hot pot. The..."

Daniel

"Very find dinning , nice place to be , need to booking with water view sit , inside house was very dark and can't see the food properly , staff was..."

Lavin.D

"Fabulous experience here. It is located beside the river so the view is good. Food here is delicious as well, especially the wangyu salad and tuna..."

Tiana

"This place is excellent and reasonably priced for the quality . The service is tops w well trained staff . I always go for the sushi sashimi..."

Ninniku

"Gastrology recently explored the South Wharf Promenade on a gastronomic tour of six eateries. It was a delight to visit Melbourne’s oldest but..."

Gastrology

"The Degustation menu is a hit or miss depending on what the chef wants to serve you. But having been here a few times I prefer to just order from the..."

.xLngo

"Excellent interplay between traditional and modern Japanese. I've wanted to come here for a while and wasn't disappointed. Yes, it may be slightly..."

Hungry Ronin

"Really enjoyed the service at Akachochin, as our waitress for the night, Naruko, was friendly and helpful. I asked her recommendations, which she..."

Colossal Chow

"Good location, good ambiance and good service! Gyoza tebasaki was unique but not great. Wagyu tataki was nice with the addition of crispy leek on..."

Sugarbutterflour

"I love this place! I've been here about half a dozen times, normally for the set menu with sake pairing - so much fun! On this occasion we went a la..."

Hungermonster

"This used to be our frequent go-to place for high quality Japanese food around where we live. However, I feel that standards have dropped a bit...."

Grace Sia

"Went here yesterday with my friends. Sushi is quite good and pretty cheap. But others are kind of expensive. Highly recommend their sushi. Anyway,..."

Perry

"Funky cute little restaurant. Atmosphere was amazing, staff were so friendly and helpful. As for the food, fresh sashimi, delicious tampura and meat..."

Moeeee

"They have sapporo on tap which is pretty nice and fresh draft beer, and udon i ordered was very nice with the soup, udon noodle was made..."

Zhitian Zhang

"Nice presentation, nice area. Food are in avarage price range, proportion is a little less, but it is understandable for a Japanese restaurant...."

Hikat

"Had the lunch special with a pot of sapporo for $25. Overall the food and service was good and we were seated at the sushi bar. The salmon..."

Vkap8

"This is a place where the food does all the talking. Through the door u are greeted by a sleek dining hall with elements that were undeniably..."

Justin Wong

"Good service and great sushi. The sushi was super fresh and because the weather was a little cold, we sat outside next to heater and were very..."

Michael L

"Izakaya style restaurant along the river. They have a myriad of dishes to choose ranging from japas small plates to bigger main dishes. We tried the..."

Edwar Kartio

"Such a versatile dining place in a perfect location, between the DFO South Wharf and the exhibition centre. Suitable for family with kids as well as..."

Cindy C Rahardjo

"My 2nd visit with friends. Tried more dishes this time. Food look & taste great. Wagyu beef is a must try. Desserts was amazing. Great service. All..."

fabian court

"This is the best Japanese restaurant in Melbourne without breaking your bank! Cooked in traditional methods and presented in a modern way, the chefs..."

Roslyn Foo

Kobe Jones

Wheelchair Accessible

"Great atmosphere and service... best burger in Melbourne & great before the game..."

Glen McVee

"Great way to spend some time on the river with friends. You’re allowed to BYO and food. or they provide if you add on and the costs are reasonable...."

Rishika Reddy

"Had a work pre-Xmas catch up with colleagues at the Wharf last Saturday and was thoroughly impressed with the way they are working with COVID..."

Brad Wilton

"Nice food, prime location. Beautiful..."

R M

"Nice view. Food was ok but cocktails were..."

Jessie Goh

Sake Restaurant & Bar

81/100 (1447 ratings)

Accepts American Express

Dinner

Lunch

Mid-range

"Sake is one of my favourite Japanese restaurants in Melbourne! The food is always so fresh, tasty & full of flavour! There is also a fantastic bar..."

Gluten Free Bible

"Overpriced food. Staff were okay. Portion sizes were way too..."

Ann T

"Good location, easy parking, lovely atmosphere, felt welcome instantly, choose 8 course set menu, all good, with the lovely presentation as..."

Beilin Song

"Such fresh ingredients. Stand out dishes were their ikura gunkans (very generous toppings of ikura), spicy salmon roll, veggie roll and tofu..."

Avery

"Dined at Sake Flinders Lane in one of their private dining areas. This was a set menu and the food was definitely enjoyable, fresh and delectable. My..."

Olivia B

"A oldie but a goodie. Good service, great food and a good drink list. Hard not to love it. The sushi was done well and the chicken with mushroom and..."

Finger Lickin

"3.5/5 The ambience here is very intimate, dimly lot however I really appreciated the excellent lighting for food photos >__< Really enjoyed..."

Kayla Nguyen

"Fantastic atmosphere, specially the downstair bar, the food was nice but nothing very special, absolutely love their Japanese whiskey selection, the..."

FoodieInMel

"booked the table for my fiance birthday. the foods were tasty and didn't have to wait long. I love the popcorn prawn there. barramundi for the main..."

Hannah Le

"Great CBD location in Flinders Lane. Walking distance from Sofitel and Hyatt Hotels. The atmosphere was great with great service. The food was..."

Paul J Fisher

"Sake, through their innovative Japanese culture, they bring to life incredibly delicious and fresh dishes. Not only is the food out of this world and..."

Eatdrinkmelbs

"Love going there, in my opinion best Japanese restaurant in Melbourne. Every time we leave happy, only sometimes you wait for the main meal bit..."

Ana Jedvaj

"Went there on a Saturday for lunch for two. Table was available straight away. Love the food here and great ambience. Would def go back again...."

Nethmi Perera

"Chose the Une No Hana set menu and added agedashi tofu - not because there wasn’t enough food but because you can’t really go wrong with tofu!..."

Milla Vanilla

"I’ve tried Saké Restaurant and Bar in Sydney and tbh it’s a lot more popular than it is here. When you first walk in, you get a taste..."

Angela Eats

"The best sashimi we have ever had in the WORLD, full stop. Having been to Japan and tried some of the freshest sushi in the world, as well as heavily..."

Kevin & Emily

"Have been a few times now and not much to be said apart from quality food, great service and nice ambience. Would highly recommend the short rib and..."

KT

"Came on a 50% Dimmi booking and definitely would say the quality of food was a class above the standard Japanese fare. We had the chef’s omakase..."

The World’s My Oyster

"Good quality Japanese dishes!We ordered to share:-the salmon belly and King fish sashimi - soft, refreshing and beautiful.-spider..."

Hangrry P

"Such a great place to hang out with friends or even have a romantic dinner for two. Staff were very friendly, and atmosphere here is..."

EatorTreat

"A modern, fancy Japanese restaurant quietly located along Flinders Lane. We had wanted to try this place for a long time, and after seeing their 50%..."

Stelly

"Beautiful place to savour Japanese cuisine at its finest. It’s on the pricey side but the food is fresh and delicious. Staff are extremely friendly..."

Kris L

"This place was some experience. Came through dimmi’s 50% off food and so glad I had that offer. The food and drinks are definitely super..."

Divya Sharma

"LIT!: we ordered the 8 courses feed me menu. The sashimi dishes were very fresh and the cooked kingfish melted in my mouth. Of the 8 courses (which..."

Jennitals

"Dined on a 50% off food deal from dimmi. Menu is designed to be shared. We ordered the edamame, popcorn shrimp, prawn dumpling, vege tempura, pork..."

I Love Food

"Located in the popular Flinders Lane is a spacious, trending Modern Japanese restaurant. We came on the 50% deal for food so we were able to try a..."

One.hungry.girl10

"Second time here and just as good. Pricy for the servings but good quality contemporary Japanese. The sashimi and ceviche were delicious and the..."

Jo

"Stumbled upon this beautiful restaurant on a Saturday night without a booking and cannot believe the service we were given. Super friendly staff and..."

Hillary Finds Food

"Been a returning customer since my 1st visit, the food is amazing and the food quality are consistent. Took my friend here to celebrate her bday..."

～Happy Neko~

"Really good food, well prepared and served quickly with excellent service. We loved the new style salmon sashimi, the Tuna tartare, the chicken Kara..."

Hungry Tum

"Went here for their all you can eat sushi!! For only $20 this promotion was definitely worth waiting in line for! The sushi was very nice (not..."

Melissa Phu

"The location and presentation is excellent - we sat downstairs which is a little dark and dull, but overall comfortable - good spread between tables..."

Jamin65

"Dined at Sake last Friday for lunch, we did the 6 course chef’s menu and every dish was done beautifully. My favourite was the popcorn prawn dish..."

Le Cat & Kate

"Highly, highly recommend. I love Japanese food, and this would have to be one of my favourite restaurants. Took my picky friend for her 21st..."

Kieu Luong

"Staff & Manager very friendly & helpful when explaining the dishes.Nice warm and intimate atmosphere. Loved the decor. Very stylish..."

@thefoodiealgorithm

"Particularly stylish, understated, yet not overtly Japenois, with cool tunes and subliminal black everything. Waitstaff are 10/10. Not your average..."

Peter White

"I had a chef menu in 7 courses today. It comes with sushi and sashimi, Wagyu dumpling, lamb and brocolini, beef, baramundi, and strawberry cheese..."

Khorry Sila

"The restaurant was relatively empty when we dined. The fish was nice but didn’t really blow me away. The drinks were good but the service was..."

Unravelled

"Food: $110 degustation with matching alcohol. 3.5Interior: comforting and not too noisy. 3.5Service: Decent service but wasn’t their best..."

Courtney Kim

"First time visiting and ordered a few dishes to share. Everything was delicious with favourites being the tuna and avocado salad, crab sushi and..."

Lily Rose

"Have been here a couple of times with small groups. Got a number of dishes to share - everything was absolutely delicious.Definitely in my..."

Laura

"This is my second time here and my experience was even better than the first. I celebrated my boyfriend's birthday here yesterday with a group of..."

Gwendolyn Tan

"One of many quality eateries on Flinders lane, Sake is a venue with friendly staff and quality food. I particularly liked the snapper sashimi with..."

Spudsburgeradventures

"Was a bit disappointed with the experience. We opted for the omakase and nothing really stood out besides the tacos and the dessert. Everything else..."

Hungry Ham

"Came here for dinner with my boyfriend and his siblings. We ordered the Chef's Classic set menu, however since a few of us weren't too keen on sea..."

Pauline Anne Azarcon

"First off, I really appreciate how unlike most restaurants in Flinders Lane, you can book this place! Great peace of mind when especially on the..."

Followthefoodmelbourne

"Ambience: 4/5Food: 4.5/5 Service: 4.5/5 Will I return: Yes Second time back at this restaurant. The first time, we had a..."

AllyBelly

"4 of us came here dinner and we had a booking. We decided to try the chef's classic menu. Food was good and well presented. The service was friendly..."

LittleM

"We hit up Sake with a 9pm booking strategically trying to stretch out time due to an 11.15pm movie. To kill time between work and dinner we headed to..."

Good Food Good Mood

"Have dined here on many occasions and have always been satisfied with the food. Really enjoyed freshness of the scampi and grilled baby octopus...."

Prudence

"If you love sushi and seafood this is one of the places you have to try at least once in your life. For starters we ordered oysters, it was so fresh..."

H

"Hard to rate cos we had a lot of sashimi and it ends up tasting the same.. let me start by saying I loved the kingfish sashimi with soy based..."

Teriliciousss

"A big of a different vibe to the Southbank location but equally as good. This has more of a bar vibe, with more relaxed dining downstairs. Sushi and..."

KnowingMelbourne

"From the moment I stepped in the door, there was fantastic service right to the very end.. It started off with 1 wait staff, then 2 then 3. I'm not..."

Fiona Le

"Had been planning a visit to Sake for a while as I work just around the corner. I decided today would be the day I sampled some of their fare. Lunch..."

SpaghettiCarrot

"Empty restaurant not far from the infamous Chinchin and all of the sushi was tasty and in good quality.i recomend the grilled octopus it is spicy but..."

Rizkisari Maharani

"The best and the greatest. One of the best Japanese in Melbourne. Absolutely love this place, the food is exquisite, the ambience is fabulous and..."

Hungry Brunette

"Food was really good all dishes under sake classics were amazing and had perfect flavour. The only dish that didn't hit the spot was the beef tataki...."

Food Lover

"I remember when I first heard Sake was opening up in Melbourne. Shaun Presland, who trained in the art of sushi in Japan and worked there for 15..."

A Chronicle Of Gastronomy

"A nice selection of Japanese staples and unique dishes. The sushi is decent but rather pricey. I mainly come here for the view and..."

AlmostHangry

"Came here because the restaurant we booked couldnt accomodate the prams. What a delight it was. The food was fantastic, the duck is a must. The..."

Foodme

"Refined, interesting. Servings are small - should one be surprised for Japanese food? Jalapeño kingfish the highlight, as were the pickles..."

Neo

"A great atomosphere on first impressions because all the wait and kitchen staff yell out a welcome message in Japanese as you walk in! Seating is..."

Linda Nguyen

"Popped in for a quick bite to eat after a post New Year shop! wonderful staff - friendly and helpful. Loved the softs shell crab tempura served..."

Melissa Troy

"love this restaurant! Staff were friendly, food was delicious. We ordered duck breast and pork belly, really nice! Will come back next..."

May

"Nice and quiet environment for dinner. Food is not bad, fresh sashimi and nice king brown mushroom and duck katsu. Quite happy with the dining..."

FooDori

"The food here was delicious especially the chicken boa which was my favourite. The service was great and the deserts were fantastic. I've had a..."

Kelv

"Delicious meals and really great staff, we needed some recommendations for drinks and some dishes and the ones he recommended ended up to be really..."

In Rhee

"FIRST CLASS JAPANESE RESTAURANT IN MELBOURNE CBD Sake is an elegant Japanese restaurant with a comprehensive menu and a long wine list. We (3 of us)..."

Ian Woodruff

"Came to Sake for a quite mid week dinner with the Mrs and ordered the set 8 course menu for a special occasion we were celebrating. The first 4..."

Nitish Mahajan

"Love it! We had the 8-Courses chef selection menu for our anniversary. Everything is great, the food, the service, and the atmosphere. We can taste..."

Annie

"Several delicious hits at this Japanese chain. Did a set menu and would definitely recommend. Loved the chirashi salad and mushroom hot pot. The..."

Ashley Crow

"Let me tell you this Googlers, review hunters and food inspiration seekers!! For consistently excellent and innovative Japanese cuisine, there is no..."

Kate Cadet

Koko Japanese Restaurant

80/100 (1178 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Miyako Japanese Cuisine & Teppanyaki

80/100 (2188 ratings)

Udon & Soba (Wheat & Buckwheat Noodle)

Udon & Soba (Wheat & Buckwheat Noodle)

Non-smoking restaurants

Accepts American Express

Wheelchair Accessible

"Great experience overall. First time we did teppanyaki and the chef was fun and kept us engaged whilst cooking through his humour, food was..."

Prerna Kumar

"Food: I went to Miyako with my boyfriend for our anniversary and we got the Ume Tasting Menu and the assorted sashimi which had 15 pieces.The..."

Jirene Beh

"First time trying out this restaurant, and very happy with the service and food we were given. The table staff are very friendly and helpful, as the..."

Judy

"Service was decent, view is beautiful, although unfortunately if you do sit outside you may end up having a little bigger friend run along once in a..."

Tifa Cheung

"‘Simply Sugureta’I just love Japanese food, crafty, sophisticated, good Chef’s, scrumptious light food and always memorable...."

Tripparooney

"Really nice food! Really nice service! Thank you Manager and Jeff gave us so wonderful..."

Sherry Shi

"Sushi and sashimi was a must, and the assorted platter offered a great selection of fresh morsels. We also couldn’t not order the spicy tuna rolls..."

Theycallmemaggie

"We visited miyako on Thursday 13th June for our anniversary. We were gifted a red balloon voucher which was a great idea.Initially we had..."

Tina Salameh

"Great experience, food was good quality and chef was fun and quirky. We got the Sake teppanyaki option and it was more than enough food,..."

Jennifer Issa

"Felt like some good Japanese food, we found this place on a Sunday night and decided to eat here. Located on the 3rd floor of the Southgate plaza,..."

Hung Quach

"Awesome in every way. the food, the staff, it ended up being a bit pricey for what we were use too but hey it was a special occasion. Love, love,..."

MelbourneMum

"We’ve always wanted to try Teppanyaki in Melbourne before deciding to come here for dinner on Monday after work. There were only a few other tables..."

Vivi Vee

"I am in love with this place. The staff are just so attentive and fun. Food was delicious, maybe a little ‘expensive’. But hey, the food is good!..."

HUNG DO

"Was here for lunch on the weekend. We opt for a la Carte instead of teppanyaki. We ordered their bentos. Good value for the money in terms of the..."

Lianne

"A great place for a good teppanyaki meal. The chef and staff were so friendly and attentive and it's a good value for money. The portions are big..."

LJ Shannan

"lovely ambience and a nice seating arrangements looking over the yarra. we ordered the seafood platter and a sushi sashimi platter. the bathrooms..."

Dina Kerr

"this was our first Teppanyaki experience. All was fantastic. The food was top quality. Staff were friendly and our chef was very skilled and fun. We..."

Deb

"Went for teppanyaki through a red balloon voucher which was a set menu, our chef made the night! He was fun, friendly and got everyone involved. Food..."

Five Star Char *

"We were greeted by a very friendly host who lead us to our table in the balcony area. The settings and decor of the restaurant is very nice and..."

Chloe Davies

"A group of friends and I, 8 of us, had dinner here to celebrate a birthday. I decided to share dishes with 2 other friends. We tried the seafood..."

LittleM

"I was taken here for valentine’s dinner, and was pleasantly surprised by the flavours in all the food! Putting aside the beautiful view overlooking..."

Clarissa Whitehead

"A great place to dine!!! Wonderful service and the food was well prepared. The lamb chops lacked in a bit of flavour, and the chicken was just above..."

Zacquilinelao

"Nice restaurant with good view and friendly staff. Service was really prompt and it didn't take long for our food to arrive. Absolutely love their..."

XiaoHui Teo

"We had a great night out, the food was awesome! Thank you to all the staff and chefs at Miyako! This restaurant was recommended by a friend and..."

W3ndiH

"Excellent service and excellent food!!! Staff were very attentive and the food was very pleasing. A very enjoyable night! Would definitely come back..."

Joannewang85

"Very enjoyable night.We were brought to our table in the balcony by a friendly host. The sun set view over the yarra river was a great start to..."

Marcus Belmond

"Nice view,good service with reasonable price. Foods all good,taste can be more improved!A little bit salty.but still quiet good.dumpling is very..."

Typhoon

"Food was delicious but very small, great friendly customer service lovely views of the city and yarra river, For the money spent we walked away still..."

Kyra Handakas

"Love this place! The food was absolutely delicious! The sushi & sashimi platter is beautifully presented and very fresh. The salmon toro melts in my..."

Olivia

"Went here for birthday dinner. The food was very average but the service took all the points! The guy at the counter was very happy, energetic and..."

Divya Sharma

"Perfect weekend lunch with great view by the yarra river. Overall food was great. Especially their wafu steak which was absolutely delicious, steak..."

Angel

"Had lunch at Miyako in their balcony area. Beautiful food accompanied by beautiful view and great weather. Service was prompt. Didn't had to wait..."

Ronald

"A surprising great restaurant located in the tourist hot spot. The restaurant offers great view of the Yarra River and delicious japanese food. I..."

Jennifer

"Miyako Japanese cuisine restaurant. I came in the lunch time and no many people. Staff are not Japanese and I think it is owned by Cantonese. The..."

Steven Gu

"Really good ambience, the place is beautiful, particularly on a sunny day. We have only been here for the lunch bentos which are pretty good value at..."

Justin

"I joined a group of friends for dinner at Miyako on the spur of the moment post having seen a film nearby. They had organised a tasting menu which we..."

Good Food Good Mood

"Service: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Taste: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Ambiance: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Value: ⭐️⭐️ ..."

Daniel

"Didn't get to try the cheaper lunch bento options but went for dinner instead and had the tasting menu. Found it slightly expensive for the portions..."

Munchkinmichie

"Dessert at Miyako, Southgate. They do $20 bentos which are on my list, but that's a lunch special. Tonight we're here for dessert after a show or two..."

Charlie Daniels (Curious Charlie)

"Fresh Japanese food served in a very beautiful environment with kindness and respect by all staff.From the moment you enter these doors you will..."

Christopher & Marian

"Miyako is a Japanese restaurant which has been around for about 20 years. Here they are run by true Japanese and I was invited by Healthystudent site..."

Katherine Chiu

"Had a beautiful dinner at Miyako today with family. It was pretty quiet on Sunday night. We had a table next to window with Yarra view. Food came..."

Crystal Ji

"Service was absolutely fantastic and so was the interior. It was a little annoying that the toilets only had one cubicle for each sex. I guess if..."

Tassie Eleftheriou

"Wow what an awesome experience we had Miyako Japanese Cuisine & Teppanyaki . Words cannot explain the entertainment provided by our wonderful master..."

Split The Bill

"Came here a little while ago to celebrate my birthday. From memory, this place was really wonderful for a casual but romantic date or birthday..."

Cynthia Giang

"I had a blast at Miyako! Came here for dinner with my friends at teppanyaki! The food was simply delicious, the service was great! Our chef was very..."

Johnny Lau

" Lunch set here is amazing! Been here a couple of times and really liked the food - fresh seafood full of flavour! They also cater for vego options..."

Mi55Bee

"Great restaurant with an equally great ambience and customer service. We tried the tepanyaki lunch set and it was mind blowing. The flavours and the..."

Sia

"GREAT RESTAURANT, great value for money! I was looking for some place special to celebrate an early father's day and booked Miyako for their..."

Ava

"Delicious meal and great service! Haven't been to Southbank for quite some time now and wanted to enjoy a nice lunch by the river. Chose Miyako and..."

Amelia

"absolutely 5/5 mid week for their special 5 course lunch.. you get a sample of courses and leave sated... plus the view over the yarra 10/10 as is..."

Neil Hogarth

"Services are quite nice!Lunch time bento boxes are at high values!Also various choices of rice don.Everything is..."

Yolanda Wong

"Yummy and fresh food, price is descent and also good customer service. Would come again! The lobster tail was very niceeeee. ..."

NY

"Delicious Japanese food and great service! After a long day of meetings I decided to go somewhere near my hotel for a nice place to eat and wind down..."

Vivian

"ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC!Came to have dinner with a group of friends and it certainly exceeded our expectations. The atmosphere was nice, the food..."

Mario Sander

"Miyako is definitely in the splurge category, however for those on more restrained budgets its lunch options offer excellent value-for-money. At just..."

Eat And Be Merry Crew

"Great restaurant, great food, great service! The 6 of us came here on a busy Saturday night. Wasn't expecting too much given the mixed reviews but..."

Athel46

"Best fresh japanese Cuisine i ate in melbourne. Service is really good and atmosphere is great. Really good. Oysters are superb and there seafood..."

Foodielove

"The food here is decent quality, but I feel like it tries too hard to be modern fusion and loses its Japanese flare. The steak I had was cooked quite..."

TresHungry

"The service was lovely and the decor was very nice and made great conversation Also, the views are amazing if you sit on the terrace or by the..."

Dakota Deane

"This is my second time to have dinner here. The quality is the same.Actually I think service, food quality and environment are fine to me...."

Jayden Kobe

"Been there twice!! A cool place to have Japanese Cuisine.. Teppenayaki is the highlight of this restaurant.. Butter Fish is the best dish on the..."

Tanmay

"Superb. Although at the higher end for price.Wait staff are very quiet and hard to understand but the food is great.We had several share..."

Scott Hemsley

"Went to Miyako for a bit of a pre-Christmas celebration lunch with some close family. We all went for the bento boxes - you can't put a foot wrong..."

Erin

"Went here on my birthday! The tempura was delicious! And the sashimi was fresh! Everything was beautifully presented. I wasn't really into the..."

Bella

"Miyako was referred to me via a good friend of mine, who is a self-claimed super Japanese Foodie, so I decided to come here with my family on a..."

Jonathan

""GREAT TEPPANYAKI"We tryed the Miyako Japanese for a birthday.It was very simply to book.The staff was very nice. We took the..."

Myriam

"Located in Southgate, Miyako is a restaurant dedicated first and foremost to the art of Japanese eating and drinking, offering a laid back..."

Gastrology

"Had the taster menu, service was good and food was reasonably..."

D Hui

"I enjoyed my first tepanyaki in Melbourne. The service is lovely and I am amazed how a simple dish turned into a extravagant meal. I liked watching..."

Freddie Jazmin

"This is a mid range teppanyaki place suitable for groups of of up to 10 people with a reasonable atmosphere and fantastic wine list. Parking is..."

Chris Arabatzis

"I would highly recommend this Japanese restaurant. It was absolutely beautiful. The service was really great and staff were lovely. The place has a..."

Seona Maybery

Takumi Japanese Restaurant

79/100 (1316 ratings)

Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ)

"Good deal for all u can eat..."

Hana Elisa Kondo

"Still a nice restaurant. They drop the price and given how expensive beef are these days, actually not a bad deal. We can’t expect paying all you..."

Peter Ting

"Amazing dinner with my family last night. Food was full of flavors, well prepared and fresh! The beef was tender. Salmon was fresh. Owners were..."

JL Candyzinny

"Took my family here for dinner. Smokeless bbq was really nice. The meat is marinated and full of flavour.Melts in your mouth yumminess. The..."

Some Bunee Loves Food

"Good restaurant, a little bit expansive but authentic. Karaage(fires chicken) was my favourite, sukiyaki (not too sweet which is good) taste good and..."

Ennis

"Japanese bbq is one of my favourite cuisines. Takumi doesn’t disappoint with great quality melt in your mouth meat. We ordered some oysters which..."

Hungry Ham

"Should be a 4 & 1/2 rating.I came her with my wife for dinner on Saturday night and cannot talk highly enough of our..."

St!nger

"The food quality is high and service is alright. But the environment was quite bad when the front door is open. But overall rating is above average...."

NW

"13/09/18Went again last night. This time, instead of ordering from the menu, I asked the wait staff what was good to eat. They recommended the..."

Great Restaurant Mentions

"Takumi was the first Japanese bbq restaurant I ate at when I came to Melbourne. Their wagyu meat is just amazing, a buttery piece of heaven that..."

Oana Cristina

"Good food, nice interior and friendly staff. We came here for dinner and ended up ordering 4 sets in total to share for 5 people. We all love the..."

888bing888

"Came her for lunch, had a very tasty wagyu bento box which wasn’t bad value given the quality of the meat. My colleague got the katsu curry and was..."

AaronN

"Under new management since November, Takumi has received a fresh new, brightened interior. Though best known for its Japanese BBQ, other standout..."

A Chronicle Of Gastronomy

"always walking in to a pleasant greeting by the staff. the food is served fast and its absolutely delicious. a fun way to enjoy a meal. top notch..."

Mylinh

"At entrance greeted by very friendly staff and nice atmosphere. The premium plate was amazing and as expected melts in your mouth instantly...."

Andrew Mac

"Great place! Came here for the bbq buffet. No dramas meat was of nice quality and nice flavours. Only small suggestion is to make sure the coals are..."

M.i.ardiansyah

"Great Japanese fine dinning place, love the Wagyu on the hot plate, quality window sits are my favourite, fine dinning for 2 around $150 include..."

Madamrouge86

"Food order: All you can eat Japanese grill without seafood Yes, there are only 2 meat items plus 1 squid on this all you can eat..."

Live,to,eat

"Went here for a small dinner party with friends. We ordered the 'All You Can Eat' and stuffed our bellies with lots of beef in the ~2 hours given...."

Lee

"My boyfriend David and i visited Takumi on Thursday 13th July 2017. We decided to give the 45.00 set menu a try and the food was delicious and..."

Linda

"If you are after a quiet place to enjoy dinner then Takumi is a good pick.The venue is small but comfortable, we did start the night..."

Secret Night Out

"The service and food here were awesome, couldn't have been better. Two of us had a quite cost-efficient banquet and even the wine was perfect. The..."

Maddy Scrocca

"Come and cook food for yourself yakiniku style!*Food was excellent*We ordered set A from the dinner menu. We got kimichi and beans..."

FluffyWabbit

"The all you can eat waygu menu was great. Definitely enjoy every bit of it. Love the salad that it come with. Great deco and seating. Will definitely..."

Nhiwee

"Takumi is a nice restaurant to take your partner for a date night. Very spacious and intimate setting with easy listening background music so you can..."

Jolene Lim

"Absolutely delicious, the beef was so succulent that i can't really use words to describe such delicacy until you try these in person. Do visit this..."

Sam

"The $55pp BBQ all you can eat at Takumi is a good deal if you're in for a huge beef feast. The texture of the wagyu shoulder provided a good mouth..."

Kell

"The $99 Groupon for 10 course degustation was definitely worth it. Five cold courses followed by five courses cooked on a central coal grill. The..."

Nic D

"I came here with my family. Best way to celebrate a family dinner and be completely full for the rest of the night!Their entrees were..."

Kath's Food Indulgences

"I've been here before the Groupon days. Another Japanese restaurant I like. Before the Groupon days, we ordered all kinds of different things. All..."

Secret Taster

"Wanted to try something different from the generic Japanese foods that we usually had, and decided to give Takumi a shot. Definitely something worth..."

Cynthia Giang

"Went to Takumi with a 10-course Groupon voucher. Never heard of this restaurant npr saw it before. I called in the afternoon to get a table that same..."

I. D.

"Value for money 10 course Japanese degustation Groupon voucher $99 for 2, generous and quality dishes w Sake. There are two sessions 6pm or 8pm and..."

J88

"I really enjoyed my dinner here tonight. The meat was really tender and flavoursome however I've had better. The menu is very limited! The entrees..."

Angela Eats

"Their wagyu beef all u can eat was pretty darn good. the DIY charcoal grill was fun and best of all smokeless. We also got the the extra seafood all..."

Convivialsins

"Takumi Japanese Restaurant is one of the few dining places in Melbourne that specialise in Wagyu beef. Their premium cuts of meat are cooked..."

FOOD TRIP

"Not really sure why this place has a high rating...but came here with a group of friends after purchasing the 10 course degustation Groupon for 4...."

LeixD

"We've only gone for lunches here so can't comment on the dinner offerings. Having said that, the lunch deals are absolutely recommended! The..."

Red Jay

"It's my first time dining in the restaurant, had 3 sets of the buffet (ox tongue and karubi/galbi beef) -$55 each.There's 1.5 hours time..."

Bernardus Williem

"My regular Japanese fix. Been going regularly and never disappointed. Have been going for years but they recently have been featuring in Groupon so I..."

TT

"I came here with my boyfriend after purchasing an online voucher, and we had a wonderful time. We have come back from a holiday in Japan not too long..."

StellaDoore

"Since our friends wanted to have Japanese Bbq, I went on Zomato to do research and found Takumi with very good reviews. I realised many reviewers..."

One Piggy & A Bear

"I took my family here, taking advantage of the Groupon offer of the 10 course degustation menu. Recommend booking as there are only two sessions at..."

Nibble And Wander

"Came here to try the 10-Course Japanese Degustation offered on Groupon and got to say there were quite a few grouponers that night.A few..."

Robin Tay

"Have been multiple times using a groupon voucher (really good deal). service and ambience is always excellent. this is an authentic japanese..."

Janet Duong

"Food was fantastic, definitely value for money.Third visit last night and ratings would have been higher if they had noticed they forgot to turn..."

Acky

"I went here last night using a Living Social voucher and the 10 course degustation was fantastic. The beef was unbelievably good and the service was..."

Jordan H

"Went with a Groupon voucher. The stone grill was something different for me and I enjoyed most of my meals. Not rushing to go back but I see it's..."

Lachlan

"Have been here twice and the food is excellent. The beef and salmon entrees are beautifully light and flavoursome. Mains are cooked to your liking on..."

Bopnbeep

"Fantastic Japanese bbq in the cbd! There aren't too many around (most are Korean bbq places), great quality meat and seafood as well as lovely..."

Stan

"Takumi has a good selection of starters and barbecue options, designed for sharing. Highlight of the meal was the scallop sashimi (very fresh..."

Joy

"Great food, came here on Groupon deal. The only qualm I have is that whilst the waitresses were very nice, they didn't explain to us much. Part of..."

Michael Tham

"A yakiniku dining experience that won't disappoint. Enter the bamboo entryway of Takumi and you'll be greeted by the lovely staff. The interior's..."

Foodie Wanderer

"We've been coming here for dinner every couple of weeks since October 2020 and the $45/pp all you can eat menu is delicious, best value for money for..."

Oana Muresan

Nobu Melbourne

78/100 (2860 ratings)

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Yoyogi

74/100 (1084 ratings)

"Nice little restaurant on a busy street, the decoration was really nice and had a good vibe to it. Food was nice and the texture was good. Seating..."

Ian C

"The omelette curry rice is delicious and the portion is large. Ordering by scanning the QR code on the table was simple and delivery was done by..."

Justin Yeo

"Absolutely love it here and genuinely order a few pieces of sushi shy of a feast when I dine in. Great prices and decent to good portions. I’m a..."

Corey O

"This was such a fun experience! We thought this was just a tiny sushi store but then discovered there was a whole upstairs area where robots served..."

Abigail Szabo

"Superhiro is always super busy and bustling with people for both dine in and takeaway throughout the day, especially during dinner times. I’ve gone..."

Faa Papon

"Superhero is a cheap takeaway or dine in option on Swanston St so I love going on my lunch break. The service is lovely but I gave this place a 4 as..."

Good Food Good Mood

"The food was amazing with rich and delicious flavours. Really simple but amazing dishes. The food is great for the cost. It great to go by yourself..."

Nukedaddy

"Delicious. Fast. Affordable. Quality. A great experience for at such great value. Decent menu to choose from. You really cannot go..."

Megan K

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