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Kenzan Japanese Restaurant
91/100 (900 ratings)
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Asian
Vegan Options
Japanese
Asian
Sushi
Vegetarian Friendly
Sushi
Gluten Free Options
Japanese
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Prawns
Sukiyaki & Shabu Shabu
Sukiyaki & Shabu Shabu
Tempura
Noodle
Bento (Lunch Box)
Beef
Unagi & Dojo (Eel & Soil)
Fish
Sashimi
Dumplings
Sukiyaki
Salad
Oyster
Tuna
Salmon
Fish Soup
Sit down
Asian
Sushi
Japanese
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Private Dining
Reservations
Seating
Lunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"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..."
Erique Gnahc
"Amazing meal. Nice atmosphere, super friendly staff all around. Food was simple but done properly. The tempura was light but crunchy, prawn had..."
J.S L
"Best sushi we’ve had in melbourne! Kenzan is a bit pricey, but worth every dollar. The sushi platter was so fresh and filling. The fatty tuna is a..."
Eastina Zhang
"It was such a pleasure treat to dine in here celebrating a family member's birthday. This place is different from other Japanese restaurant in its..."
Cindy C Rahardjo
"A traditional Japanese restaurant located in Collins Place with a sushi bar that can fit around twelve people and a dimly lit dining area. There is a..."
Barry
"Love the food and the place, have never seen so many Japanese in a restaurant. The staffs wear the traditional clothes give the authentic Japanese..."
Silu Chen
"When it comes to sushi & sashimi, Kenzan is still one of the best around town. But surprisingly, service has deteriorated somewhat compared to few..."
Adrian L
Taxi Kitchen
91/100 (3899 ratings)
Restaurants
Asian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Contemporary
Australian
Asian
Contemporary
Australian
Gluten Free Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Prawns
Beef
Meringue
Tempura
Quail
Pasta
Salad
Lamb
Chili
Pesto
Crab
Fish
Scallops
Sashimi
Duck
Pork
Oyster
Gyoza
Tuna
Parfait
Salmon
Sit down
Contemporary
Australian
Asian
Reservations
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Seating
Private Dining
Table Service
Accepts American Express
Wheelchair Accessible
Street Parking
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Dinner
Mid-range
"Amazing food that is high in quality and rich in flavour. Enjoy dining in a bright and light, open atmosphere with windows from wall to wall with..."
Kitakai
"Must try the Sichuan duck (with 5 spice caramel)! There was so much flavour; it was beautiful. The daily special of beef cheeks tasted like any other..."
Denise
"Everything was so delicious🐟Whole market fish,taxi condiment 🦆Sichuan duck: if this duck was more crispy...it’s good..."
Tian Hu
"Was here last year with family. The atmosphere was nice and deco very trendy. The waitress was very helpful and recommended lovely dishes for us. I..."
Jillian
"For a 180 degree view of Melbourne's city skyline, Yarra River and Arts Precinct, journey to Taxi Kitchen in Federation Square's Transport Hotel...."
Robin
"Great food and lovely service. We came in for a small birthday dinner on a Saturday night. The ambiance and decor was surprisingly bright and fresh...."
Samantics
"I have been here twice. And on both occasions the food has been delicious. They have a variety of dishes. From entrees, to appetisers to dumpling and..."
Amy Flood
"One of the great dining experiences. An amazing menu with so many different things on there. Kingfish and scallops were some of the best I’ve had..."
Birdman
"With views overlooking the Yarra River, Taxi Kitchen is perfectly located at the corner of one of the busiest spots in Melbourne.Yet within, the..."
Penguineats
"Extremely diligent service with very knowledgeable and enthusiastic staff. We were asked to hang our coats and were ushered to our seats really..."
Ethan Oxenham
"The ambiance and service at Taxi Kitchen are perfect! The waiters are attentive and very helpful with menu selections. They did not disappoint, the..."
Charles Dexter
"The ambience and service at taxi kitchen is perfect. Whilst the outside is bustling with tourists, step inside and up the stairs and you will be..."
Dakota O
"Above and beyond service - went here with my partner for lunch and booked this place based on their high reviews and would like to add to this. They..."
Alexander Lee
"Pork belly entree was amazing flavors but not crunchy (which is always a massive let down) ur the duck main was the best duck I have had, good size,..."
Denny Patron
"Service: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Taste: ⭐️⭐️⭐️Ambiance: ⭐️⭐️⭐️Value: ⭐️⭐️Extremely..."
Daniel
"Amazing food for good value. Service is good and the place has a good view if you get the window side seats.Entree was battered bugs and..."
Kez
"I was a little surprised this place wasn’t full on a Friday night, nonetheless we press on. The first impression was the least exciting..."
Alan Tse
"Great spot for pre dinner catch up with friends. We came here for drinks as its the easiest place to get to from the train station. Drinks are..."
Split The Bill
"Very friendly staffs, the foods are amazing. Didn't it'd be that good. Missed out booking lasr week so try our luck again, turned out successfully..."
Ly Tran
"Taxi Kitchen is an extraordinary and wonderful dining experience. We were booked for a special occasion and the staff were particularly attentive to..."
Simone Berenyi
"I came here for a industry wine dinner and I have to say the food, wine and service were first class. Tables set well in minimalist form with a..."
Jill Eva
"Best meal i’ve had in a long time. Yuka and Michael were sensational. I went for the 6 course degustation and wines to match....loved every bit of..."
Leo Cerda
"Attentive staff, great food and wine. Thanks Taxi a lovely day with friends. Friends ate the slow cooked lamb. I ordered the Szechuan duck with mint..."
Sally S
"Took my mate and his fiancé out for his birthday along with my lovely fiancé also. We decided to go here as he always eats Asian food and I wanted..."
Ayapom
"Had the best meal so far this year. Szechuan duck the standout - a generous portion of tender flavourful duck in a spicy sweet sauce with a tangy..."
Alexander Dobrovic
"I love this place but foods isn't good as before. However Taxi still has a menu of variety and wine selection. It also has good view. A bit difficult..."
Jason Lee
"Really enjoyed my dinner here!! For my entree I had this incredible beef tartare with wonton crisps which I haven’t stopped thinking about! The..."
CCC
"Boasting some of the best views, food, wine and service that Melbourne has to offer, Taxi Kitchen has established itself as one of Melbourne’s..."
Gastrology
"Tucked away on a first floor at Federation Square, you may not be aware of Taxi Kitchen. Though it’s not on street level, its location also offers..."
A Chronicle Of Gastronomy
"Outstanding service, good humour by the wait staff.Food was all pretty delicious, fries were a little too salty. Lamb, steak, salmon, fish all..."
Wine And Food Lovers
"The ambience as well as the food is finger licking good. The chicken tandoori pizza and the pork pizza was awesome. The cheese tasting platter was..."
Kaustav Roy
"Exceptional quality food through the tasting menu at a very reasonable price.  Service was a bit slow at points and I think they initially..."
James Pettifer
"Service was attentive enough.Food was delish. Perfect for leisurely lunch. Perfectly positioned just opposite Flinders station...."
Lily Fullgrabe
"Have visited for a Spring racing function and again for a dinner with clients from Honk Kong & Singapore... Food modern Australian 4/5. Wait staff......"
Moetfan
"Better than expected for a place at Federation Square. The down side is that this architectural wet dream is not designed for weather over 26 degrees..."
Gee
"I haven’t been to Taxi Kitchen in a long time. The food was great, loved the roasted cauliflower dish, warm soba noodles & fries. We went there..."
Vegetarian Food Lover
"Best restaurant in Melbourne. Great staff, incredible food, and a friendly kitchen. Generous portions, excellent explanation of the specials, and..."
Camille Taylor
"We had a fantastic dinner here for my best friend's birthday. Excellent service and fabulous view of the CBD. The food is very impressed. Especially..."
Carrie G
"With the best view of the CBD, Taxi Kitchen is also a delicious experience with great focus on local ingredients and flavours paired with some of the..."
The Spice Adventuress
"Best pork belly in town, the fat melts in your mouth, taxi kitchen never fails. Great customer service too! Highly recommended. Just typing to meet..."
Mai.ph.linh
"Find us on instagram: loveatfirstbite_aus Located right in the hustle and bustle of Federation Square, Taxi Kitchen..."
Love At First Bite
"We have dined at Taxi a number of times over the last few years, usually with friends visiting from the country or interstate, as it commands..."
Magpie
"I was fortunate enough to visit Taxi in a previous incarnation, when it was owned by Paul Mathis with Michael Lambie in charge of the kitchen. I said..."
Professor_JER
"Had an amazing night last night at Taxi Kitchen. It was a perfect all round experience. The staff were fantastic from arrival right through to us..."
Juliajayne89
"Delicious food. We shared a few entries and a few mains. Highlights were zucchini and okra coconut yellow curry - toothsome indeed! and hickory..."
La Plum
"Been going every year with the SO for anniversary. Was worried when we heard they did a revamp but was Not dissapointed. Their service always..."
EatingTheGoods
"A very good location restaurant. I come here with my families and use the entertainment book voucher. We have a wonderful dinning there. Food is..."
Cindy
"Beautiful dinner. All dishes from entrees to mains to sides to desserts and cheese platter were perfect.Excellent service to go along with the..."
GB260581
"Have always loved coming here. Service, location and food provide an experience that is perfect.There is something about eating in a large..."
Shane Thompson
"Everything about it was just perfect👌👌👌The food, services, ambience... highly recommended for special occasions. The view overlooking..."
Megan
"Went here for dessert after a disappointing meal and service elsewhere.We sat at the bar, had a drink and our desserts. Fantastic. A great end..."
Kathryn Hetherington
"I like this place. These guys always busy guess they must be doing something very right. Of course the food is very tasty and flavoursome. I love..."
Shaun Mitchell
"Very tasty food. Everything we ordered were delicious. I specially liked the Asian salads that came with our meals. I also ordered a cocktail and the..."
Syaf
"Service was amazing. Food was also great but not outstanding. Solid menu, but a few things could have been tastier like the oysters on special...."
Carlo
"very good! excellent scene and beautiful food. I'd like to say $100 pp with drink for each is very valueable. and we even did not finish all. It is a..."
Evelyn SHI
"Better than expected!My delay in eating here was due to being unable to convince myself the food on offer could not be that sophisticated to..."
Mummy+Me Eats
"The atmosphere and food is lovely. The cocktails are great too. I had the most delicious passionfruit one, and the presentation was fantastic. I..."
Leah Griffiths
"Excellent fine dining food. However the bread served was sour and the vegetables too salty. Also, I personally didn't find the staff welcoming..."
Mooryanti
"For some reason, I completely wrote this place off because of it's location and less than stellar bar down stairs but after dinner here one night for..."
Michael Nguyen
"Can be hit or miss. I've had stunningly good experiences at Taxi Kitchen. And I've had mediocre meals here too. I'd assume it's not easy to maintain..."
Onara
"Xmas day lunch reached all my expectations.The food was just divine,the service was really efficient and friendly, despite the full house.I..."
C.K
"Booked online and when arrived offered an internal table or a seat at the marble bench looking out over the Yarra and busy traffic below. Chose the..."
Simmo
"Nice views over Melbourne here so I'd recommend it. Food is decent, as is service, tables are placed closely together so even though you're paying..."
MandyToorak
"This review is based on two visits over two months to the beautiful Taxi Kitchen above Transport in Federation Square. I attended Taxi on a weekday..."
Foodiemelbourne
"Passing by Flinders St Station for ages, we never thought to visit, so what better time than a warm Friday evening . They accept bookings and are..."
Katherine's Food Diary
"excellent location and it's near everything. We are ordering special 6 courses for 95 each. It was a bit disappointed that the food was not as much..."
Genexu.cn
"We had a fantastic meal here for my birthday. Great service, great locationReally tasty food. Simple menu. Extensive wine list. Highly..."
JP
"It's been about 6 years since I've eaten here but I will be back much sooner than that. Upon arrival our booking had been lost as we forgot to..."
Ben Muir
"Went for dinner on Friday, overall had a great experience, love the ambiance and view of the sunset. The food was very taste and arrive in a timely..."
Kris Varanyuwatana
"The portion of dishes shrank in comparison of beginning of the year. It's sad good restaurants can't keep up with their good standards all the..."
Sabrina Sha
"My friend was visiting from Singapore. We haven't seen each other in a year and with only a limited stay, we had to squeeze in a mid-week lunch, in..."
Occasionalist
"Lovely ambience and view of the city. The food was delicious! There's also a function room at the back, I would definitely consider this for a party..."
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"One of the best experiences in Melbourne so far.!!Much more than what meets the eye.!!Located at the very famous federation square with..."
Gunjita Gupta
"Great food, great service, great location, had slow cooked lamb shoulder which was perfect for two - wine list was great and all guests enjoyed the..."
David Ensor
"My daughter chose Taxi Kitchen for dinner for her 21st last Sunday. The staff all night were attentive and extremely helpful. In fact nothing was..."
Wendy Peeples
"Have been here no less than half a dozen times for the degustation (a must if you can fit it in).This place NEVER fails to satisfy, with..."
Jonnoyeo111
"My boyfriend and I enjoyed our 3 course anniversary dinner here last night. Good food, service and ambience. Highlights were the views, the..."
Emma
"Wow. We came here for our anniversary dinner and it proved to be a good choice! A treat to look at, a treat eat, and excellent service. A lovely..."
G.R.eat
Lucy Liu Kitchen And Bar
90/100 (1210 ratings)
Restaurants
Chinese
Gluten Free Options
Asian
Vegetarian Friendly
Asian
Vegan Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
After-hours
Tuna
Lamb Shoulder
Calamares
Lamb
Salmon
Fish
Sashimi
Beef
Pork
Cod
Ribs
Curry
Dumplings
Prawns
Pancakes
Salad
Creme Brulee
Chili
Tempura
Crab
Tataki
Duck
Cakes
Oyster
Calamari
Sit down
Asian
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
After-hours
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Prior to lockdown, I had the opportunity to finally visit @lucyliumelbourne. We opted for the 'let lucy choose' option and was surprised by 5 tasty..."
Tracey Loc
"If you want asian fusion, this is some of the best your gonna get in Melbourne! The pork hock and baos are a MUST 👌 Just be sure to book otherwise..."
TeeTastes
"Went there on a mystery food tour.It was the last of 5 meals in 4 hours. Welcomed enthusiastically by the staff.House wine included was OK...."
ARMANEATS
"A vibrant dinner location, service is efficient and friendly although you do get the feeling they want to turn the tables over quickly. The food is..."
Aaditya Bajwa
"I loved Lucy Liu! The food is beautiful and great tasting. THE TEMPURA PRAWN AND EGGPLANT IS AMAZING! ITS A MUST..."
Patricia
"Came and booked a table of 3 at Lucy Liu to celebrate my friend's birthday!Ordered:🥟 Barramundi & Scampi dumplings: with chilli..."
Jasmine
"A great place for dinner with the girls. Not only does the place look good but they have a great feed me menu and cocktails to share. The food was..."
Nay Nay
"刚刚去试了他们家的express lunch,..."
Sarah
"Came here after finding that we had a bit of time to kill in the city. I’ve eaten at nearly every place around this joint but finally decided to go..."
Johnny Shabazz
"We had the best experience dining at Lucy Liu. It's Asian Fusion at it's best.I'd definitely recommend booking well in advance, we wanted..."
Ashleigh Michelle
"I came for a casual family Sunday lunch and it was great. We started off with oysters which were fresh and flavourful, but a little small. The..."
Daisy
"The food is simply to die for! We ordered Mussels, Papaya Salad, Tuna Tataki, Dumplings and Pork with additional jasmine rice. What a perfect night!..."
Naijee
"Walked in with no reservations but quickly seated, great customer service and food was tasty and came out at reasonable time. Beef rendang and..."
Ms Perantau
"Discover Lucy Liu Kitchen and Bar hidden down a laneway in Melbourne CBD.  You can expect a delightful eclectic Asian fusion dining experience that..."
Melbourniancritic (The Melbourne Experience)
"Definitely deserves the hype! Went in with low expectation, but the food was..."
Therese Le
"Had my birthday here, food was amazing, delicious and interested, a great place to go with friends, the food perfect for sharing, and the service was..."
FoodieInMel
"Great venue to eat and chill. I love the..."
Alexander Lee
"Yum!Came here on a weeknight and couldn’t believe how full it was! Glad we booked!We sampled dumplings, buns, pork belly, duck and greens..."
YummyMummy
"Fantastic food and service every time I have dined here.$29 express lunch menu is great value.Don’t hesitate to take on wait..."
Anne
"I loved the atmosphere, the food and the service - everything was fantastic! We enjoyed all of our dishes and even though the restaurant was really..."
Cmzajicek
"This venue is awesome. So typical Melbourne. Walk down a dark alleyway towards a neon sign. The entry is very groovy and then you walk into a really..."
Kim @FabulousDining
"Great place. Brilliant vibe. Totally Melbourne-sque. Hadn’t planned to have dinner here and granted, we were there early. But the floor staff found..."
Elle
"Nice subtle asiAn fusion flavours. Ordered the following dishes - all recommend to try as must haves!!- chicken ribs: the coating is light and..."
Linda
"Ok so first of all, I can 100% day the best meal I have had in a very long time. The service is incredible, they do have vegan options but I would..."
Ash.m.watters
"I’m a vegetarian and the waitress, a vegetarian herself, took extra care to ensure the dishes I ordered didn’t contain any oyster sauce, fish..."
Sarita
"Had a great dining experience at Lucy Liu! Delicious Asian fusion dishes - recommend the turmeric cauliflower and the barramundi & scampi dumplings!..."
Tummy Buddy
"Great atmosphere, had to wait nearly an hour for a table but staff were great, seated at the bar to wait. Cocktails were great and great selection of..."
Cass Eats
"What an amazing place.  The food the service the atmosphere everything about this place is fantastic, even the sign out the front.Good..."
Mary Kyriacou
"Wow what an amazing place. The food the service the cocktails just everything about this place is fantastic even the sign outside. One meal was..."
Kyriacoum
"Faultless food. The duck is a must. Yummy drinks. Great decor. Only criticism is being seated on the high chairs at the kitchen, although fun to..."
Meg Gro
"Absolutely love this place. Every time we come, we always get the feed me option and always end up in a food coma. The soft shell crab pancake roll..."
Jill
"4.5/5Very impressive feed! Kingfish, pork belly and chicken ribs were a real standout. Beef short rib main was a ripper and some of the best..."
Denny Patron
"Managed to get a last minute booking for dinner tonight have been meaning to come for ages but it’s always so booked in advance. We had about 6..."
Jae Papalia
"Took my partner here for his birthday! He was overly happy about the choice, as was I! The food was delicious; particularly the dumplings! The..."
Ivona Buljat
"In line with the venue’s social setting, the menu is designed to share. To start we loved the Kingfish sashimi. The thick slices of very fresh king..."
Gastrology
"Came here for dinner Wednesday night. Waitress and chef accommodated to our group having to be out by a particular time. We had variety of dishes...."
Nes
"Service: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Taste: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Ambiance: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Value:..."
Daniel
"Saw reviews on this place and it looked amazing. To be honest a key reason for going here was convenience to be close to Tennis Centre to see Michael..."
Tony
"Lucy Liu delivered overall very pleasant experience today. Most of the dishes are tasty, with a hint of spice, the strong taste of all starters..."
5ilverr
"Every time I come here the service is prompt, the staff are extremely friendly and super helpful with dietary requirements, the food is a modern..."
Maddy Chetcuti
"We came for a quick meal last Friday night before having to head off to an event. We managed to get a bar table for 2 right next to the..."
Cindy
"Staff were great and were quick and promptFood came out within 10 minutesWith a few minutes in between each dishThe dishes..."
Angela Cao
"My new favorite restaurant, been going through their menu and what I like so far:Salt and pepper chicken ribsSoft shell crab jianbin, so..."
DW
"Excellent food. Poached chicken and barramundi was amazing. Wine was good too. Good vegetarian selection. Nice setting as well. Would come back for..."
Lucky Star
"Went to Lucy Lui last night for the first time due to a friends recommendation and wasn’t disappointed. The food and service was fantastic I..."
MeaganJaye
"We had an absolutely fantastic group dinner at Lucy Liu! It had been on my radar to try for years but I can safely say that it exceeded my..."
Nini Foodie
"Lucy Liu impressed us big time. We loved everything we ordered. Not pictured were the two baos that were very good & the phenomenal duck pancakes...."
Paige MacKander
"Don’t really eat asian Cuisine however this place really took my breath away the cocktails were fantastic the chicken was so tender it just melted..."
Jülide Singh
"“This is my go-to dish,” said my boss when the soft shell crab pancake roll was placed on our table. Our team was out to celebrate the end of yet..."
Occasionalist
"The roti bread here is outstanding. It is something I dream about. The flavors of the food never disappoint. One of the best Asian restaurants in..."
Joannecburch
"Can’t fault anything at Lucy Liu! From the knowledgable waiters, to the delicious food - I’ll be planning every CBD dinner here for the..."
Mjloco
"The quality of food is spectacular here and there is pretty much nothing you can complain about. I went as a group of three and we ordered the fish..."
Marcia Rodrigues
"Delicious food with amazing flavours. We had a few dishes to shared and loved every last bite. We had the Peking duck dumplings, korean style crispy..."
Famishedduo
"If you’re looking for a place to be seen and somewhere that offers Asian fusion Lucy Liu is where it’s at. Really good food (not the best Asian..."
Lauren Neuro-Noopsie
"Absoloutley amazing food! For 3 people 5 dishes is ideal with a glass of🍷. Staff are lovely and great service as well. Will be back soon again,..."
Deanna Montagnese
"We ordered Tuna tataki, tempura prawn bettel leaves, salt pepper chicken ribs and rendang with roti. Chicken ribs is the food of the day....so..."
Alfredo Anaduta
"I have been hearing raving reviews about this restaurant. The reviews on Zomato have also been fantastic. So understandably I can’t wait to try it..."
Food Junkie
"I went here for my birthday and there isn’t anything bad that i could say about this place. Everything is just so so so good. The king fish..."
On Nom
"4.5 ⭐️. Finally made it to Lucy Liu. Went with a few colleagues for dinner and it didn’t disappoint. The ventricular tablemats were interesting..."
Hungry For Chips
"We loved this place. We sat at the kitchen bar so you get to watch all the dishes being plated up which was fun. The staff were really friendly and..."
EmLou86
"Returned to Lucy Liu for my last business trip, a great ‘go to’ that never disappoints. We were seated at the kitchen-side bench, and the..."
Galavanting Gourmet
"Still a favourite after many years and still as popular as ever. This place was buzzing on a Friday night which sometimes means having to sit really..."
Freeo
"This was my second time visiting for lunch and was impressed again. Vietnamese pork salad from the special menu was fresh and zingy. Short rib..."
Got_2_lunch
"My colleagues and I went here for lunch and really enjoyed our experience. The food is good and the cocktails are great. The ambience is nice and the..."
Eatandbooze
"Jian Bing: Good really loved the texture and flavour combinationKingfish Sashimi: felt it was not as fresh as it should be. The fish was..."
Kimmy Liew
"If you’re looking for a buzzing atmosphere and fun dishes to share, this is a great choice. The service was amazing, our server made multiple..."
Taya Faith
"The most friendly staff ever... combined with crazy good cocktails and delicious food. My friends and I looked for a quick drinks last Saturday night..."
Vladimir Velikov
"Ordered the 5 plates, all dishes are good and just the dumplings were with too much vinegar for me. Definitely a Lovely place for lunch with friends,..."
Libby Wan
"Great restaurant and quintessential Melbourne, where you enter through an alleyway and are transported a whole world away with an absolute assault of..."
Bojan Kovacevic
"What a great find, I like this place even better than Chin Chin. Simple delicious food and the drinks were great too especially the mixed drinks, I..."
Nellerichal Sreeju
"An absolute great find on our exploration of Melbourne. Asked about their gluten free menu and my partner was given a specific dietary requirements..."
Elliot Ceramidas
"Awesome service. The vegan/ vegetarian set menu was very delicious and really filling. I couldn't finish all the food. The cauliflower was..."
Eclectus Cappy
"We had the best waitress yesterday (she was lovely and had glasses). The food was good! Fish tasted sooo good with a type of chilli jam, asian greens..."
Cairo K
Sushi Monger
90/100 (1052 ratings)
Quick Bites
Restaurants
Japanese
Asian
Sushi
Sushi
Vegetarian Friendly
Japanese
Asian
Vegetarian Friendly
Lunch
Salmon
Fish Soup
Tempura
Bento (Lunch Box)
Sashimi
Sit down
Asian
Japanese
Sushi
Takeout
Seating
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"Card payments are only allowed for transactions above $12. Given that the majority of items cost below that, don’t forget to bring cash.I..."
Joanne | Melbournecitay
"Great lunch venue for something light or something more substantial. It’s always difficult to get a seat here so if you don’t want take away, get..."
Stu
"Ordered salmon&tuna mix chirashi zushi which came with rice, bed of salad, egg rolls and mushroom. The highlight of this bowl is the sauce..."
Eatwithbonny
"Popular place with long lines during lunch time . Many staff and quick service. Meals are very well and freshly made in a micro kitchen...."
㊙️ 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 $10.80 you can get yourself a sumo bowl full of rice,..."
Brandan Chong
"I have wanted to try this place for a while, so what better time than during a busy weekday lunch with scores of people lining trying to get in? Ah..."
Fatcat
"I went to Sushi Monger the first time a few months ago, and I wondered why I didn't try them sooner. I've been to Sushi Monger close to 10 times now,..."
Stackcats
"I went there last Friday for quick lunchTheir sushi is fantastic with reasonable priceThe cashier is very kind and friendly.It just..."
Noodle Boy
"I called in here today after bookmarking this place some time ago. This place is hard to miss. The cue was sneaking out the door and down the..."
Timinmelbourne
"A very popular Japanese restaurant that is located in the small lane. Always love to get their sushi and miso soup. Their sushi is the best that I..."
Meilia Clarissa Tejasoewita
"Had the large sushi box from the menu which consisted of five salmon, one tuna and one prawn nigiri and three slices of salmon and avocado rolls. The..."
.itadakimasu~
"Known for its cheap and fairly fresh sushi, sushi monger is a must visit if you want a cheap feed. Beware of the lines though during lunch but..."
Piggyeatalot
"Have wanted to try this place for quite a long time and got to try it today. The queue was really long but moved really fast because most of the..."
Rizka Natasya
"K: Stowed away in the heart of Bourke Street in a little laneway called Causeway, Sushi monger was full with a line of hungry customers can upon..."
Kevin & Emily
"Amazing food and food a cheap price. The wait goes out the door during lunch but well worth the wait. Paid less than 10$ 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
The Graham
89/100 (1382 ratings)
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"Beautiful food and wine. The cheese platter is to die for! Attentive and friendly staff. Loved the live..."
Anne Gdm
"5 star, thank you!! We had a group of ladies (and bubs) visit for the lunch special. The staff were extremely friendly and attentive and the food was..."
Lauren Fletcher
"Love my local - perfection every time. The Cheeseburger is a must, they do a cracking Bali, Bali for those that like citrus, white rum and cherries..."
Kate Elle
"I was recommended to come here for a meal by some family friends.. and I'm so glad I did! The food is fresh and tasty.. and the staff are super..."
Marie J Franks
"Great location, great food & staff were very friendly. highly recommend the Graham..."
Chris Arnott
"Incredible vibes. Great staff and service. Couldn't recommend it highly..."
David Cao
"Great food friendly staff would highly recommend this venue to anyone..."
Raffi Zarmanian
"Amazing food, fantastic service, great atmosphere.. love this place. The Grahram is one of my favorite venues in..."
Shelley Bledsoe
"We chose the restaurant because of the reviews and were not disappointed. From the moment we walked in our experience gained momentum culminating in..."
Michael Quaremba
"Absolutely amazing food there highly recommend. look forward to having a function..."
RaEd MC
"I have been coming here for 10 years. Not once have they got it wrong! I dine out regularly, and I can easily say The Graham is by far the best..."
Mick Hargraves
"Thanks for helping us celebrate my Dad's 70th last weekend. The service was great, the food delicious, and having the room upstairs to ourselves..."
Marzena Rolka
"Exceptional service, fantastic food but best of all....a first class eating experience...."
Laurie Hodder
"Beautiful food and mega servings. Could not find fault. Loved..."
Mareliese Ford
Shoya
88/100 (993 ratings)
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Fine Dining
"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
Tempura Hajime
87/100 (627 ratings)
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"The details are felt in the Tempura Hajime, which is a Japanese-style minimalist that can accommodate only 12 people. Each set of different styles..."
Kikfoodlover
"Have you ever eaten a prawn and really, really loved it? The prawn I had at Tempura Hajime was simply the best prawn I’ve ever eaten. It was..."
Andrew Shelton
"Came here to celebrate my anniversary with my partner. We had tempura and sushi set. It was one of the most enjoyable dining experience. You get to..."
Eatwithbonny
"This is the place to experience authentic tempura omakase in Melbourne.Food 5:Like many small dining establishments in Japan that are..."
My Food Matters
"We decided to visit here for a special anniversary. After reading about the multiple sushi and sashimi omakase’s and trying quite a number of them..."
1ofeverythingplease
"Beautiful tempura cooked to perfection. You'll realize that such a well known Japanese common dish is such an art on to itself. Good thing this place..."
Sinfulorganiccook
"My partner and I have been here countless of times (until the chef eventually recognises us) but we will never tire of the food here. The food is..."
Julie Ng
"I really loved the experience to have dinner in a small room with only 12 people and the chef doing the food in front of you. The food and the..."
Mari Carmen Navarro
"If you love tempura, you must come here to try it. Fresh cook in front of you, lightly battered with your own choice of traditional tempura sauce or..."
Laurence Song
"An amazing meal. Light and airy tempura. Delicious sashimi. Amazing sake and sweet potato shochu. Attentive staff. Not much more you can ask for...."
Bingbong
"Tempura is a lovely Japanese restaurant located in south Melbourne. We came here for my friends birthday dinner and had a nice experience...."
Eating Away Melbourne
"Really good Tempura. This place specialises in Tempura. The appetisers, salads or any non-Tempura was just average. Personally having tried..."
Kimmy Liew
"One of those Japanese restaurants that makes you appreciate how lucky you are living in Melbourne. Looks just like a Michelin star restaurant in..."
Arthas Chu
"Was taken here as a special birthday dinner! And it was special! The room is small, but so personal and private. The lone chef does the tempura right..."
Alex
"Came here for my birthday! The tempura was perfectly seasoned. The taste is just amazing. Sashimi was really fresh and the service was amazing...."
Let’s Eat!
"This fabulous 12-seater restaurant invites you to an upclose and personal experience with the chef. You watch him cook your food to precision and..."
Willtravelforfood17
"This type of food is reserved for tempura enthusiasts. I went in with curiosity expecting every dish to be deep fried (hence the name tempura) and..."
Aier
"A modern and intimate place for dinner. Only fits 12 diners at one time, so be respectful when making the booking.There are 3 options for..."
Food Junkie
"From start til the end it was perfect. What chef Shigeo did so well is the pace and everything just taste so good together. Originally I was a little..."
Azusa
"Had a great evening out on a Friday night for a regular dinner with friends.We were all looking forward to the experience as it’s amazing to..."
Acky
"The restaurant is small and discreet, it was like you are going to someone’s house, ring the bell, they came out to greet you, walked you to their..."
Mai T Tran
"The entry to Tempura Hajime is small and discrete, but not hard to miss. The eating area, which seats 12, is a small, well lit, clean and modern..."
The Pasta Master
"The restaurant prides itself on perfection and nothing less. From the immaculate service, crispy light batter of the tempura, melt in your..."
Mistletoe
"It's like being invited to someone's home and you sit around the breakfast/Kitchen bar. Very homely. But that's where the similarity ends. The food..."
Sneha Arora
"A recommended place for people who love tempura. When u dine here, it would give you feeling of staying in a good local japanese tempura restaurant..."
Foodie Hoodie
"Was there at lunch time, really a perfect dining experience!Had Tempura set and sushi set! Good value for lunch time. Their tempura is..."
Yolanda Wong
"Best tempura, hidden gem. I like the tempura better than tempura tenichi in Ginza (Tokyo) that has michellin star as a comparison. Tempura is fresh..."
Jiro
"非常隱密的一家餐廳, 總共就12個位子菜單簡單易懂, 就是Tempura Omakase服務非常好,..."
Ivy Yu Ti
"Best tempura place. Tiny little restaurant that only seats 12. Great service, feeling welcome and the warmth. Authentic Japanese food and ambient...."
Kpling
"This place was unbelievable. It's not just a dinner, it's an experience. We were seated at 7pm and left at 9 30pm. Every single dish that came out..."
Tina Salameh
"Nice authentic Japanese taste. Their special is tempura, but I found their sushi is also good. The place is small but has exclusive feeling. The..."
Robert
"BEST TEMPURA RESTAURANT EVER.My partner surprised me for my birthday dinner here few years ago and it was THE best tempura experience in my..."
What Do Yuwono Eat?
"Intimate setting and high quality food at a very reasonable price. Would recommend the tempura as their specialty. Also has a good sake list to..."
Matt
"Having heard about this elusive tempura restaurant a few years back, I was happy to accompany my friends here to dine on a Saturday night. Walking to..."
Matt
"Truly proper Japanese Tempura restaurant style. It is small yet exclusive restaurant that specialised in tempura. It is so unique and the staff are..."
NiCNAC
"I'm not a fan of only tempura but this is an experience I would recommend. paid $98 for the 10 course, bit pricey considering a few of the courses..."
Lovefood
"Intimate authentic Japanese restaurant, would highly recommend. Each course is delicate and petite but most definitely full by the end of the meal...."
Jim
"Tempura Hajime is a Japanese restaurant located in South Melbourne, to be more precise, it was 2-3 minutes walk from tram stop 20-Domain Interchange...."
Nona Tukang Makan
"I thought I was in Japan once I stepped into this small Japanese diner. Pine elements around two chefs and great personalised service. The lunch here..."
Tan Tran
"Was very excited about coming to try this place. It is a very elegant restaurant and we were very impressed when we stepped into it as it had such an..."
Kimmy_desu
"When I entered this place, it feels like I'm in Japan. Great for a special occasion. Each course is cooked in front of you, so it's like a show as..."
Elonie
"“Ever feel like having someone professional cook just for you? Tempura Hajime gives you the opportunity to have just that. For our wedding..."
Melbourne Food Baby
"This is a photoview post (contains mostly photos only).Verdict: Oishi desu kara Tempura Hajime ikimashou! (Let's go to Tempura Hajime because..."
Spoonfuls Of Wanderlust
"It has been a while since my last blog on Tempura Hajime. The good news nothing has changed and the good news nothing has changed.So this makes..."
Out Of My Kitchen
"It has been about 2 years since my previous visit to Tempura Hajime and over that time the ownership has changed hands from restaurant founder and..."
Out Of My Kitchen
"I have visited Tempura Hajime before but this time around, Daisuke Miyamoto was no longer the Chef and had entrusted his restaurant to a young new..."
Petit Miamx
"I heard about Tempura Hajime a few years ago when a friend mentioned her desire to have her birthday dinner there. Unfortunately I didn't pay much..."
Celeste Wong
"Pleasantly Surprised. Just found out that there's this amazing and exclusive (12 seats only) Japanese restaurant, Tempura Hajime, on Park..."
Lydiapebbles
"Survive. Is a pricey place. put it this way, they only seat 12 - 14 people a round. lucky they get 30 customers a night. if they only make $40/ head...."
Daruma
"I really liked thus place, it's a bit pricey but was worth the experience. Very intimate, exceptional service and the best tempura I've ever tried (..."
Cheeselover
"Beautiful tempura (def one of the best in town) and sashimi however disappointing portion sizes for the price. Some dishes you only get half a piece..."
Chrissy
"Well worth the meal. Was instantly transported back to Japan at this place. People might say the decor is bland and same with the music, but it's not..."
Moreplease
"Beautiful, authentic Japanese food in a tiny private dining room. Feels just like..."
Jim Stewart
"With it's intimate setting, tempura hajime serves the best tempura in melbourne. each tempura piece is delicately fried in very clean oil, leaving a..."
Anthony
"Great tempura. Great selection of tempura and the batter was light, delicate and not too oily.Perfect setting for a relaxing dinner...."
Shitake
"The one and only!. Was FANTASTIC! The most authentic Japanese tempura in Melbourne-using the CLEANEST OIL so you dont feel heavy afterwards!! It is..."
Spoonzem
"Discreetly hidden away on Park St (you would almost certainly not notice it walking past) this restaurant is like a slice of Japan in South..."
Nicole Fett Michaels
"Tempura tasty. Best tempura I've ever had in Melbourne. Tried some things tempura'd that I had never thought could be! Lovely..."
Mishie-lah
"Three thumbs up!. Have been meaning to go here for a few years but never sure how to find it in South Melbourne. It was reputedl "hard to find"...."
Mark From Melbourne
"Tempura. Love the food, the experience, ambiance and their service.Love the food but too bad the chef refused us to take photographs......"
Ourfoodtales
"Good for a small corporate function. Good fresh Japanese food, well prepared. A very unusual place that would be ideal for a team meeting. Seats just..."
Lisa
"A very memorable experience, highly..."
SandL
"A mouth watering intimate dining..."
Melbournites
"Truly Unique Dining Experience. Called on the slight chance I could get in on the same night....not a chance! But, got a call back one hour later..."
Airdrawndagger
"I have decided that I make a much better report writer than a novel writer. I always give away the ending. I just can't help myself. And with this, I..."
Kat Spatula Spoon And Saturday
"Impressive, always. It never disappoint. I still remember my first visit there back in 2009. The standard remains unchanged, both taste, presentation..."
Ken Chiang
"My first time at tempura place in Melbourne. Does not disappoint. Staff are friendly and service is precise and detail oriented as one would..."
Paul Henshaw
"Love that this is a cosy restaurant with only seating for 12 people around the counter. Booking is essential. Set menu is only available for..."
Corinne Yong
"A wonderful experience! The service at lunch time was exceptional with freshly fried tempura, crispy and light without any oily taste accompanied by..."
Eric Hew
"One of the best Japanese restaurant in Melbourne. The quality and atmosphere make me feel like I’m back in Japan. Lunch is very reasonable. But..."
O Toshi
"Tempura Haijime has a solid reputation for being the best tempura bar in Melbourne - and for good reason too. Upon arrival at the restaurant, you..."
Janelle Oh
"Loved it here - only takes 12 guests at a time so book your visit! At lunch they only serve Bento boxes which all look delicious. Can't wait to go..."
Annie B
"Nice food. Good environment. Friendly..."
Crystal Key
Shimbashi Soba & Sake Bar
85/100 (1660 ratings)
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"This place is an absolute delight! I always come here for a yam soba and beef tongue. I have yet to see a soba shop that makes YAN soba as good as..."
Min Khant Aung
"It has been a long while since we had Japanese food and decided to have some delicious authentic soba..."
AngeLuvFood8
"I was recommended this soba noodle place by my dental assistant where I get my Teeth done. She is Japanese and said it was owned and run by Japanese..."
Quality! It Shouldnt Be That Hard! Love A Wonderful Mouth Full Of Wholesome FOOD!
"Wow!If you can’t get to Japan right now, go here. Very..."
Aaron Vidakovic
"Shimbashi is definitely the best place for soba in Melbourne that I know of! The soba here is so fresh, made in-house, and the texture is just..."
Stelly
"I wanted to visit this place soba-d and it did not disappoint. Simplicity intertwined with sophistication in this cosy restaurant/bar. We opted for..."
Melissa Eldridge
"Had the Salmon Quinoa Salad Soba and it has always been my regular choice at this restaurant because it tastes so good! Mum had the Red Dragon and..."
Michelle Ngo
"The best soba restaurant in Melbourne. The meat was so tender and melted in your mouth, not to mentioned the soba noodle is so fresh and..."
Hungrytummy
"my go to soba place! always recommend this place if you want a good..."
Kyron Conrad Junus
"We went here on a hot day for some refreshing soba and it did not disappoint! The cold soba noodles is appropriate for the hot weather and it was..."
Annie
"@shimbashismith A small Japanese eatery tucked away on Liverpool street.Had the handmade Tempura Sheiro soba noodles. The chef makes and..."
M3lissa____
"Great service - everyone was super friendly, super helpful and didn't ignore us even though they were busyFood was great - we ordered the..."
Angela Nguyen
"Came here for a drink, just to pass time because rice paper scissors next door had a one hour wait for me. Saw the food that was brought..."
The Honest Glutton
"I really like the soba noodles from this place, knowing that they make them fresh on site. It's a bit more expensive but it's worth it. The soba has..."
Elonie
"Pretty good but i think the food is quite overprice. Overall, the quality and the customer service is very good. The environment is pretty good as..."
Steven Yuniansyah Suyanto
"We were meant to go to next door for dinner but can't get a table so we end up here. But we didn't regret that the food was super good.They..."
Foodielover
"I had their Salmon Salad Soba & it was absolutely amazing. Fresh and all the flavours balanced perfectly :) the staff were also very friendly &..."
Smilepichu
"Came on a Sunday night because we couldn't get a place next door. However, it was a pleasant surprise! I was craving for some rice so I..."
Aaron Chin
"A small, busy restaurant.The food was fresh, tasted good and all decent portions. I chose the banquet where we could order 2 soba dishea and 4..."
Emily
"I had this craving for dipping soba that I had in Japan so I search for a Japanese restaurant in the cbd that has it on the menu and ended up coming..."
Melody.mt.tang
"I have come to this place a few times. I love the soba here and have tried a few things off the menu - I understand that they make it fresh in-house...."
Willtravelforfood17
"Cosy little place with an awesome variety of tapas, mains and drinks. I’ve been here twice and service has been awesome and accommodating every..."
Melbourne, Let’s Eat
"Came here on scorching hot day 🥵 to get my cold soba. We ordered Beer Soba Set, Seiro Soba and Pork Kakuni Don. I think Beer Soba Set is..."
Eatwithbonny
"I absolutely love this delightful hidden gem! I come here often when I have city appointments and I have never been disappointed. It's charming,..."
Dj Meowmeow
"3.5 Fantastic freshly made soba in a den-like restaurant space. Not too much room to move around, and dim lighting. I enjoyed my..."
Karma Clarke
"Love the cold soba dipping noodles. Fresh and yummy with a delicious sesame sauce to go with it. Interior is quite pretty. I haven't tried much of..."
Jenny
"Shimbashi is by far the best soba I’ve had in Melbourne. The menu is varied and includes plenty of vegetarian options. The range of side dishes and..."
Ed
"Tucked away in the Liverpool street corner is this authentic little Soba noodle bar. Went in for a Friday lunch. The restaurant itself has a nice and..."
Chasingawesomeness
"The food was incredibly delicious and affordable and the staff who work here were so lovely and adorable, which made the dining experience all the..."
Meg Eats Everything
"It was not bad. My soba was quite refreshing, and the duck was excellent. Pork kakuni was quite tasty and quite substantial. Was not a fan of the..."
Chardos
"The staff are polite, attentive and provided great recommendations. The food is exceptional and well priced. Definitely recommend this place if you..."
Mira Listar
"Absolutely love the food there and the service is great, will definitely come back again and recommended it to people who love Soba!! ❤️ great..."
Meyz Lo
"Absolutely love it. Their fresh hand made soba is amazing. Fantastic section of food and drinks. Friendly staff. The only downside is they don’t..."
LoveEatLoveCook
"Buckwheat noodles are great here - I had the pork and kimchi soba which was pretty tasty.   The gyoza were also good.  But the soba is the star. ..."
Mic.tom
"Now we know why this place is so loved. From the friendly and attentive service to the very delicious handmade soba noodles, this was a very..."
J0yy173
"Beautiful, fresh handmade soba noodles. They are killed onsite. The hardest thing is deciding to order it hot or cold. Tempura was pretty good...."
TigerTreeEats
"Personally I like udon, soba & ramen (this place doesn’t have ramen), as well as Japanese small dishes. So this place always tick all of my..."
Jam
"Shimbashi offered delicious soba noodles that were matched with their just-as-flavourful sauces. The soba noodles had the perfect firm texture, the..."
Angel Khong
"Definitely one of the more authentic soba places to try. Have had two awesome experiences here, eating soba on a cold day. Staff is super friendly as..."
The Food Book
"Soba is the real deal. If you don't like the food here, you don't actually like Japanese food. Getting back to the soba - it's outstanding. The..."
Batsu
"Small and cosy soba bar with great house made soba. Fantastic for an after work feed. The noodles are even comparable to the ones in Japan! It will..."
Arthas Chu
"Walking in I was reminded of Japan from the decor and friendly staff. The menu is great with a wide range of dishes and plenty of veggie options...."
Yume Yume
"I can see why this place is so popular. Food is fresh and very reasonably priced. Salmon Soba Salad was delicious as was the teriyaki chicken. An..."
Johnny
"Authentic food and cozy place.I've been having troubles with Japanese foods in Melbourne since I was back from my trip to Japan. Many of..."
Frederick Zhang
"Shimbashi is known for making their own soba noodles, and the quality really shows. The Seiro (plan soba with dipping sauce) is a classic -..."
Flying Forward
"Always try to find authentic Japanese Street food in Melbourne. We saw this little restaurant when we went to Paper Scissor and Rice. We gave a try..."
Laurence Song
"Definitely worth going for the soba. It's fresh and delicious. Their sake flavoured custard is really tasty and makes a great dessert. It comes as..."
R
"We had soba with normal sauce and sesame sauce. Excellent sauce! We didn't have sake. But, definitely come back for sake tasting and soba again...."
Keiko Fujikane
"My favourite soba restaurant in Melbourne. Definitely the place to go if your craving soba or even Japanese rice bowls. They serve a range..."
One.hungry.girl10
"Had the “warm tempura soba” and the “matcha roll cake”.The warm tempura soba came with a bowl of buckwheat soba noodle in a light clear..."
.itadakimasu~
"Nice place recommended by a friend. The soba I had here is very similar to the one I had in Kyoto. Recommend the traditional cold soba and the duck..."
Tetsuk
"Really enjoyed their Tempura Soba (warm) and totally in love with their Nasu Agedashi (deep fried eggplant in soy based broth). Delish! Will come..."
Stepo
"Absolutely delicious Japanese food near to theatres in Liverpool street. Can sit indoors or outdoors. Service is friendly and informative and food..."
Mo
"My friend and I ate here Friday night, I've been wanting to come here for a while.  The menu here is extensive and very good, our waiter was..."
Simmyeats.Melb
"Nice little place tucked away on Liverpool st, ordered the cold soba with duck, warm soba with tempura and a matcha roll cake to top it off.The..."
Uberpig
"Quality Japanese Food & Handmade Soba Noodles.Having lived in Japan, one knows when they're getting the real deal - as shown by the quality..."
Julie T
"A go to when looking for light refreshing meals on a hot day. The Seiro (plain chilled soba) is good in itself but big eaters may want to add noodles..."
Jeremy Lee
"I really love the fresh soba and the lovely interior of this place. It feels very similar to a place I went to in Japan. The noodles are perfectly..."
Vivian
"We never know that we are going to be madly in love with this place! Once you take a sit on one of their wooden stool, you can immediately feel the..."
Munching Pandas
"My partners dish was pretty good. As for mine. i only had two little squids and the rest were just carrots which was a let down. Overall it was quite..."
Tony
"Honestly I don’t like the salty flavor, and the chilled noodle tasted like undercooked. But the service was quite good, kinda crowded at lunchtime..."
Ausvalerie807
"I really like this soba joint!!! I had the Kamo Seimo or soba with the duck broth separately to dip into and I loved it. Though the soy broth was a..."
Karen Giang
"Amazing Japanese quality fresh soba noodles !! Authentic just like Japan!! The tempura was light and delicious! Definitely will be a regular, can’t..."
Tasteforyourbuds
"This place feels so authentic and cozy- almost reminds me of being back in Japan again! Not many tables and doesn’t fit too many people in the..."
Decent Feed
"Awesome service, yummy food and a great ambience. Will definitely be back to try their other menu items. Highly recommended for Japanese food..."
Food Reviews
"Sobaaaa... No words can describe how amazing their soba is at Shimbashi. We are already looking forward to coming back. The soba is great cold or..."
The Amazing Eater
"The cafe is small and cosy, well-decorated like all Melbourne restaurants. I had the Tempura Egg Soba and it was delicious, best soba I've had!..."
F00d13
"No words can describe how amazing the food is at this place. I've been here twice and I'm already looking forward to coming back. Great vibes, lively..."
Kylie
"Another cracking restaurant on Liverpool St. Come here for authentic Soba noodles, efficient service and a great vibe. Don’t linger though, the..."
KatMmm
"I love the ambience of the place. It feels so cosy and is the type of place I’d bring my gals to for a catch up. The waiters were very friendly...."
Vicky Ho
Gyoza Douraku
85/100 (1073 ratings)
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Salmon
"Love the food here - every dish is traditional and delicious and well priced with a exceptional range of gyoza dumplings on offer including daily..."
Sigrid de Castella
"Very good food, drinks and green tea ice cream. Lots of choices. Portion sizes could be a bit bigger though. My most favorite place in..."
Benjamin Möbis
"Beautiful food, loved every dish! Service great, wine a perfect accompaniment. Definitely eat here..."
Ann Foster
"My partner and I come here religiously! Birthdays, celebrations, family visits, Almost every month! Always fantastic, always delicious! Absolute fave..."
Ebony Dorward
"Amazing food, the okonomiyaki was delicious and every bit as nice as the okonomiyaki we had in Japan . We also loved the gyoza's. All the food is..."
Kathy Fraser
"Very good food and reasonable prices. Very friendly..."
Christian Schiemann
"Worth a visit! The hand full of time I've been there the service and staff have been great. Great food and drink selection..."
Netz Ali
"Had a feast by myself here with these Japanese style tapas. The food was so delicious and service was quick and friendly. Would definitely..."
Anny
"Second night in a row eating here. Excellent service and food! Can’t say enough good things. Teriyaki chicken was my favourite, so so good you have..."
Felicity
"Firstly, when we first came, the staff was really nice. In fact, all of them are really nice, I'd say this place probably has the best service out of..."
Tiffany Josephine
"This restaurant has a wide variety of Japanese tapas at a reasonable price! Loved the ambience and coziness of the place. The staff were also..."
Rieke Jolen
"Nice place to chill out with friends especially on a warm night. Great atmosphere and friendly staff to keep us going through the night. Very good..."
Piet Bywater
"Gyoza Douraku serves tapas style Japanese food. There is a large variety to choose from and most are between $6.80 and $8.00. It gives you an..."
Warren Louey
"First time here with a friend because the restaurant looks homey and so nice. The food is tapas size and turns out to be better than expected. We got..."
Natasha
"Friendly and welcoming staff, really good food; what else could you ask for 🤗 will definitely come back again soon! :)..."
V A L E R I E
"This is a nice little Japanese gem hidden in the city where people can just hop in and have a great meal. Love the fresh and tasty Gyoza here!..."
Jim Wang
"Went to this place on a Friday night with some friends. The food is so good!! We finished the whole thing in less than 30 min. Food was very..."
Ellen Anastasia
"We ve come here many times, good as always, friendly staff and comfy environment. You can sit behand the glaze window, watch the beautiful scene of..."
Bobby Wang
"Lovely restaurant! The staff have been friendly and accommodating and the food is delicious! So many vegetarian options ❤️ the cauliflower..."
Skellie
"Great environment with good vibes. All the dishes were great. Loved the truffle oil tamago and the gyozas as well. Steak was seasoned well and karage..."
Yongching99
"Absolutely fabulous. This place is amazing in so many ways. The staff are very friendly and the service is great. They have so many small..."
Foood4Dayzzz
"I had the beef steak, tuna tataki and the cold soba. The best part about the place is we can have a variety of different dishes instead of one and..."
Magnolia Nang
"Really great range of sake and umeshu here. Very reasonably priced too! The dishes are mostly $6.80 and sakes around $15 for 150ml. There’s also a..."
Luke Stevens
"This soft shell crab salad is good and the Japanese style egg omelette is worth trying. Although the place is a little bit tiny you may expect wait..."
JW
"We came here for a short dinner after work. Ordered a few entrees, gyoza and soup.Entrees: tuna tataki was great, cooked nicely and served with..."
Vincent Hu
"Gyoza douraku had amazing service from the moment you walked in the door! Seated fast and menus ready to go provided by lovely friendly staff. The..."
Gehani Seneviratne
"Had such a delicious meal here the other night ☺️We ordered so many Japanese dishes we were so full by the end of it! We dined in one..."
Connie
"Polite staff, excellent food. Had the pork fried dumplings and chicken karaage, both were awesome. Would come again! Also the pork belly is..."
Robert Koh
"Great place to have dinner on a Friday night! Big selection of izakaya style dishes available. Really enjoyed the japanese beers on tap! Would..."
Wilson
"Food was amazing and very enjoyable and reasonably priced. Staff were friendly and welcoming. They have a wide range of options available on the menu..."
Evelyn Rock
"What attracted us here was the $3 matcha/ hojicha soft serves and other dessert varieties but the food has been really tasty, lots of choices - all..."
Jennifer May
"Great food and ambience. Came with two under 5 children and we sat at the traditional Japanese room. Very comfy and spacious for the kids. Highlights..."
Soegong
"Great spot for a quick dinner with a big choice of delicious Japanese tapas. The sweet chilli chicken and mini crab burgers were our favourites. Fast..."
Dills
"Cheap and delicious. Octopus salad was amazing. They also have special fried rice that i can not Find any where. But most of all, I like the gyoza..."
Karen
"I am really like this style of izakaya Japanese restaurant and I think gyoza gyoza restaurant is still be my favourite restaurant . Me and my friend..."
Santy Wen
"Great prices, delicious chicken. Love this place. Recommended for casual sit down meals with friends and or for a few drinks. The ice cream is pretty..."
Chris Greenwood
"Dined for early dinner before seeing comedy festival shows. Been to gyoza gyoza chain before & this is the same. Majority of japanese tapas dishes..."
I Love Food
"Gyoza Douraku is as close to a Japanese Izakaya as I’ve experienced outside of Nippon, the food is of very good quality and portion sizes quite..."
Iceman
"I’ve been wanting to visit this place for forever. I’ve always walked past it on the way to the 96 tram stop which is basically outside the door...."
Karma Clarke
"The restaurant's ambience is quite appealing. The lighting is good though the restaurant could do with more seating inside, although there was ample..."
Alex Sam
"Always love the idea of Japanese Tapas.. this Japanese joint was located along Bourke street.. had an amazing dinner of Japanese tapas.. we have been..."
Kerli Kerli Kerli
"What a delicious dining experience we enjoyed in the heart of the city. Gyoza Douraku offers a great setting, lots of natural light and even an..."
Renee @thehappyorganicgirlau
"Walked into this nice resturant by mistake and im very happy i did!I ordered the Wadabi steamed gyoza.Its was amazing, very flavourful, not..."
Alon Zaychik
"Very good service. Most of the dishes we ordered were delicious and of great quality. The staff here are lovely and the atmosphere is warm and cozy...."
Vanessa
"Delicious Gyoza, delicious customisable dipping sauce and at a great price! We had the pork and garlic Gyoza for lunch and ended up ordering more and..."
Shaylee Millard
"We loved our visit to this Japanese inspired Tapas where we were greeted by a lovely lady! The food was absolutely incredible, with Sashimi, Crab..."
Agreekable
"Staff was very friendly, excellent service. Food comes out fast and delicious. Would recommend the hot soba, grape calpico cocktail, takoyaki,..."
Alexander Van Heusden
"Japanese Tapas 'Yes Please' Most of the menu is priced at $6.90! A large menu with heaps of great options. Given the priced the food was pretty good..."
Nay Nay
"We decided to try this place based on a recommendation of a colleague was gave a good account of the food here. We found authentic Japanese tapas..."
Jason Tan
"Gyoza Douraku is one of a plethora of similar restaurants in this part of town but stands out with its warm, inviting interior and attentive and..."
Catnapping
"A really nice place to visit! I just wandering around in the city after having my main meal and looking for a place to stop by and have kind of snack..."
Tuntita Nititsopon
"This Japanese restaurant located in bourke street, not very busy but give people a warm feeling. The environment is really good, a good place for..."
Iris Li
"We came into Gyoza Douraku the other night – a Japanese tapas restaurant where majority of the menu is only $6.80! The menu is very extensive so..."
Vivian
"Great place in the middle of the city. Nice tasty tapas and many verities of drinks to choose. Closes early on weekdays but great place..."
Ayapom
"This is more like a tapaz restaurant. Gyoza was good. And the truffle tomago is so fragrant. The hojicha soft serve is also a hit! Would definitely..."
Timothy Daren Juwono
"If I was sum up my experience of Gyoza Douraku, it would be comparing it to Daiso (I love Daiso by the way). Everything (most things) are the same..."
Tinmans Treats
"It’s a 4.2 for us. We thoroughly enjoyed the meal and hospitality here.This is an Izakaya style bar. It serves a range of fresh..."
Two Sheds
"Gyoza Douraku is located right in the heart of the city. A classic Japanese style bar serving an amazing variety of dishes and they've kept it simple..."
Split The Bill
"Have stopped by here for lunch twice now and both times I left happy and full. Ordered two lunch meals and chose salmon sashimi, tomago yaki,..."
Alexandra
"This is a perfect place for single dining out!!Most of the dishes are prepared in small dishes and an accordingly cheaper price.The food..."
Elfe
"It’s good place for chat, nice tapas and drinks, not too big but cozy, easy too find , sweet service as well, the gyoza is the best that I’ve..."
Caohui2980
"It took me a while to review this place only because of the vast dishes we sampled that afternoon.Booked a table for 3 on 12/6 and were..."
Jojo Armani
"Friendly service, good prices for quality and quick service!! :) Delish! We had the japanese pancake, truffle edamame snd plenty of things to..."
Ida-Stina Salén
"I was in the city and was extremely hungry, I have been absolutely froffing some yakitori and this place seemed to have it (not a lot of places in..."
Dean Pahek
"Super lovely staff - really drunk guy verbally assulted my friend and I at an outdoor table and the staff handled it really sweetly - manager came..."
Tina Rainbow
"Awesome food awesome service awesome cocktails great location very private and very clean Had an awesome nigh with freinds very friendly staff..."
Alexei Bariesheff
"This is my first time here I was ordered fried chicken wings, deep fried octopus and crab cream croquettes for myself. All the dishes are good but I..."
Gift
"Ordered the lunch set with two sides. Reasonably priced, good flavour and left me satisfied. Service was quick and attentive. I look forward to..."
Amy123
"So i think my partner and i found the best Japanese Tapas style food in Australia! This place was amazing!!! Even though its a small place the food..."
SandraKroft
"(2019)Most items $6.8, so depending on how hungry you are order two, or three, or more, but definitely get 1L of beer to go with..."
Affogato Addiction
"This restaurant is quite nice decoration. Today I ordered takoyaki and crab cream croquettes. It takes only ten minutes. I gets all the food. The..."
Ronn B
"One of my favorite places in the CBDGood foods, nice sake n beer, friendly staff I ordered Ika salad and Soup Gyoza, Asahi beer.It was..."
Myhwd424
"I chose two disses when listening to the shop clerk recommendedand i order whis steam ricei think 3 to 4 disses is betteri was..."
S21210152
"Food is so good, This time ordered takeaway, it is valuable to Waite . Last time is friend recommend,this time came alone to enjoy. Nice to have..."
Leonard
"these are fresh off the kitchenkaraage mustard miso and fried octopts so nice♩♩there is karaage sweet chillii wanna eat..."
Ai Tsuruoka
"Went for lunch and tried the lunch menu which was for $15.99 for 2 dishes, it a really nice fancy place in the city and gets busy for lunch time, I..."
Christopher Jayakar
"This is my first time here. This is a nice restaurant with a great service friendly staffs, all dishes are great besides portion a bit small, but is..."
Nor
"I like tapas restaurant. Here is all of dishes $6.8It was not smaller than I thought.i ordered Sesami chicken salad and Crab cream..."
Mio Komabayashi
"Walk along bourke street and attracted by this cute japanese decoration small shop. Wanna treat myself with some little tapas and a sweet sake for my..."
Dong Dong
"I visited Gyoza douraku for dinner I choose wasabi chicken salad and stir fry spicy pork belly.It was very good tastes When I miss Japanese..."
Lisa
"I have stayed Australia for 1 year.I miss Japanese food a lot.This time I came this shop and had a dinner.I enjoyed delicious Japanese..."
Be_dj_st0704
"Came here with 2 friends tonight and had a really great meal. Lovely and polite staffs. Nice deco and environment. So many choices on food. Really a..."
Ding Ding
"The food was overall quite tasty although a little slow on coming out. I had Tuna Tataki, Salmon Tartare, Lotus Chips, pork and beef gyoza. Out of..."
Shane Warren
"Not the best of spots to have lunch outside, the ground is slanted and you can get "all sorts of life" walking by you while you eat.We opted for..."
Mustard
"Awesome list of drinks (sake, shochu etc.) and great selection foods. Gyozas are really tasty and the variety of food is very good. Highly..."
Murat Boduroglu
"Came on a thuresday night, for two. Everything was very nice ;service; food; price. We had 5 dishes to share, we will come again with more..."
Victoria
"Wonderful place for a drink and tapas with friends or loved ones. Loved the small dishes all at a flat rate. The menu is quite extensive and we loved..."
Bernardo Jacobi
"Some really tasty tapas style dishes at very reasonable prices. Love the Japanese booths for groups upstairs. The lunch deal is great value with Miso..."
J0yy173
"Izakaya style restaurant with a big selection of japas-style dishes and also drinks. The food are pretty good although I wouldn't call it authentic...."
Edwar Kartio
"Gyoza Douraku serves tapas style Japanese food. There is a large variety to choose from and most are between $6.80 and $8.00. It gives you an..."
Warren
"It’s a 4.2 for us. We thoroughly enjoyed the meal and hospitality here. This is an Izakaya style bar. It serves a range of fresh dumplings and..."
Two Sheds
"Really outstanding food, and fantastic value! My wife and I always visit here at least once every time we visit Melbourne! The quality of food and..."
Steve Carr
"During my regular flights to Melbourne, I'm already thinking of this place at 39,000 feet. I land, and there is an almost desperate pilgrimage to my..."
Tom B
"If I was sum up my experience of Gyoza Douraku, it would be comparing it to Daiso (I love Daiso by the way). Everything (most things) are the same..."
TinManFromAus
"Food comes in many small dishes, allowing you to try many of the different dishes! All the dishes were delicious! Especially loved the Crab Burger..."
Eric Kim
"Awesome tapas style Japanese restaurant. An excellent selection of food, with extremely fast service. Will totally be coming back here!! The Mini..."
Kyle Hofer
Gingerboy
85/100 (6063 ratings)
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"We had the GB’s Adventure, set menu option. Each dish was fantastic and presented beautifully. Amazing flavours in each course. The staff were very..."
Brooke
"Absolutely love how consistent the food is, always super delicious and great flavors! I came here for my birthday at the end of last year and..."
Ana
"We normally come here for lunch but decided on the best Korean Chicken for dinner, its really busy here so book, if you dont good luck they will try..."
Aadarsh Agarwal
"It’s not easy doing fusion. Presenting novel dishes in a gastronomic way is hard. Really hard. Although not everything was different,..."
Ads Davies
"One of my favourites for Asian fusion with efficient service.We opted for the al la carte meal the various dumplings were on point. My favourite..."
Split The Bill
"Had the $50 lunch break deal - 6 dishes to share. Had a little group catch-up and thought this was the easiest option. My favourite was the Kingfish..."
Just Feed Me!
"Overall score: 22/25 or ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️in 5 words: asian fusion with fantastic service *Review: We had a few..."
Joanne | Melbournecitay
"We had a birthday here in a private room. It read amazing. The food was punchy and every dish was just perfect. Staff were attentive and made sure..."
Mistermister
"8.5/10! Great place for dinner if you’re looking for a light meal.First off, great service! They were extremely friendly in explaining the..."
Eleanor
"Dinner last night at @gingerboymelb The whole baby snapper was definitely different as it was deboned at the table.This dish was inspired by the..."
M3lissa____
"Great service. Pork larb, curry puffs, pad see ew and massaman curry all delicious...."
James B
"Gingerboy has been on my radar for awhile now, hearing consistent recommendations from friends and family. I got the opportunity to try out their..."
Kevin & Emily
"Had the lunch banquet menu today. $50 pp for 6 dishes to share - really filling, curry was amazing but the dessert platter was definitely the best...."
Fatcat
"Absolutely delicious! We ordered the ‘Quick Trip’ Banquet and the servings were more than generous and every course was just as delicious as the..."
_anneliesem
"Gingerboy has been on my list for a while and it definitely didn’t disappoint. We started with mocktails which were great! The smaller dishes had..."
The Jaminator
"I absolutely LOVED this stunning restaurant in Melbournes CBD. Very dimmed lighting, fancy & calming ambience! Great date night..."
Breakfast_Adventurers
"As a lover of Asian cuisine we are truly spoilt for choice in Melbourne, and one of my favourite CBD destinations is Gingerboy. Down a busy laneway,..."
Morgs71
"You can never go wrong with Gingerboy, the food is just amazing and the service is 10/10. It is a bit on the $$$ higher side but you pay for what you..."
Claire Smithies
"This was a lovely dining experience.We were a group of 6, so had to opt for the banquet. We went with the $70 one.The waitress was..."
DeeDee
"Beautiful atmosphere, friendly and knowledgeable staff and delicious food in very generous portions. I was really happy with the amount and quality..."
Spyndelle
"4.5/5**See rant belowReally great night, service was great and the food was delicious! The prawn toast and scallop wontons were the..."
Denny Patron
"Loved our dining experience here. Huge fan of Asian fusion cuisine and Gingerboy certainly didn’t disappoint. Started with the kingfish sashimi..."
Food_Glorious_Food
"the best of southeast asian hawker foods🍳 son in law eggs🐟 kingfish sashimi🥐 curry puffs🍜 stir-fried clay pot..."
Sense Of Food
"I have been coming here for many years but last night was by far the best dining experience I’ve had. The service was great - staff were..."
Sal
"The food at Gingerboy is so great. I especially love the corn fritters and duck curry. My only disappointment was the Son in Law eggs, which I felt..."
AH
"Real rating 4.4 ⭐️ We had gotten Gingerboy for dinner on the Eat Club app and were excited to try it as we heard many good reviews on..."
Win - FSC
"Nice little restaurant hidden in a lane way has the most tastiest Asian fusion dishes in the cbd. Have hasd other types of Asian food places but this..."
Ayapom
"The dining experience at Gingerboy is centered on a modern Australian adaptation of the Asian hawker-style street market food. The restaurant's..."
Robin
"One of the places where I loved every dish I ordered ranging from starters to main course to sides to dessert to cocktails. All the dishes were just..."
Mridul Agarwal
"Dined here for dinner & we had the 9 course wagyu banquet at $95pp. We enjoyed kingfish sashimi, scallop wonton, pork belly bun, white cut chicken,..."
I Love Food
"This was the second time we have come to Gingerboy - Phenomenal once again!The kingfish sashimi was perfect. Balanced amount of flavouring..."
CholoEats
"Great option for a stylish Asian fusion dining experience. Refined menu that offers an extensive range of dishes to suit all preferences and dietary..."
Kate Dougherty
"An awesome Asian Fusion Fine dining Restaurant. I have been here 4 times and each time I leave this place happy n satisfied with a full tummy. Every..."
Remy Matthew
"I've heard so many good things about Gingerboy and so I've been soooo keen to try it! Firstly, the ambience was very nice, dimmed-light setting and..."
Nibble And Wander
"mushroom hotpot, tempura cuttlefish, waygu beef were the standout dishes. lamb potstickers, kingfish sashimi, chicken ribs, mango dessert, black..."
Jonathan Ong
"Incredible Asian food with a modern twist and cool presentation. I had a tofu starter, and chicken based and vegetable curry mains. Everything was..."
Deniz
"I wish there was still an option for 4.5 stars! I booked this place for my very own birthday dinner for two... and I loved it!We were tempted by..."
YummyMummy
"Just another standard Asian fusion restaurant.Food was pretty good and service was great too but didnt wow me enough for a 5 out of 5.We..."
Kevin
"From interior to flavours, there was nothing at ginger boy that didn’t wow us! Every unique dish has its own Asian spin with incredible flavours..."
@twogoodtoresist
"Amazing food and nice ambiance. Normally I like to eat fish, but the meat dishes here are actually better. The chocolate tofu dessert is amazing!..."
Karin
"Note that thefo0die.com rating is a 4.5 but in Zomato's rating system, it is closer to a 4. Fo0die dined as a guest..."
The Fo0die
"Date nights on Fridays is starting to become a tradition for me and my husband. And Asian cuisine is an extra add on to our special night out! My..."
Miss Oz Foodie
"It’s hard to go past Gingerboy’s recently launched Workers Lunch set for $27 with a main dish and a glass of wine. Especially when the dishes on..."
Ashley
"Gingerboy is a great little tucked away restaurant in an alley way. The decor was modern and quintessentially Melbourne. The service staff was very..."
Jammy
"From start to finish our dining experience was perfect. All dishes that we ordered were simply amazing. We started with the bang bang chicken salad..."
Flaming Goose70
"After dining at Ezard & Ezard @ Levantine Hill, this was hardly going to be bad.Phenomenal street food. Variety of complex flavours. Bang..."
Foodie AC
"I highly recommend the workers’ lunch, which is only available Monday to Friday. Great choices, the beef cheek and ocean trout were sublime. ..."
Custardbun
"The price is a little on the expensive side but you definitely get what you pay for. Not only was the food delicious but the huge portion is worth..."
Super Soba
"Gingerboy have just launched an exciting treat to spice up your weekday work lunch. Aptly named the Workers Lunch, this special menu is available..."
Gastrology
"Been to this place twice, 6 years apart and vividly remember a pleasant experience on both occasions and thats a testament to the brand. We walked in..."
Jay Mahen
"GINGERBOY! We ended up here on a Friday night as a default. Couldn't get a table at another place. But we were able to get one here! All the staff..."
Nay Nay
"Amazing I have nothing bad to say in this review. The food was fantastic, unreal mix of flavours and spices that made every mouthful a surprise..."
Yume Yume
"Love this place. Elegantly decorated inside, service is fantastic and the food is oh so flavoursome. Great selection on the menu. It is a bit pricey..."
Chey_ct
"Recommend by a friend and was defiantly pleased, had various dishes like the kingfish which was my favorite, to dumplings then duck. Ticked all my..."
Davisco Sprincorza
"Finally tried Gingerboy~ (4ppl shared)Ordered: kingfish sashimi, son in-law with sweet and spicy sauce, confit duck curry, fish curry, wok..."
7ina
"This one of my favourite restaurants in Melbourne, and flavours are exceptional, the selection of food suits all, the cocktails are signature and the..."
Shaun Yates
"This is undoubtedly one of the best Asian/Fusion menus around. We selected the banquet for two on the advice and dishes selected by our waiter Jack...."
FoodDude
"Beautifully decorated restaurant. Hidden gem!Favourite dishes: Spiced beef tartare and wagyu beef striploin. Both dishes were..."
Sweet.connoisseur
"Beautiful.Son in law eggs were textually gorgeous and should be eaten drenched in the tamarind chutney. The chicken spare ribs is the first..."
SJFU
"We came here to try the banquet but had to rush as we had a show afterwards.The food was amazing and the wagyu is definitely worth the..."
Michael
"Came here with my husband and another couple as it was in the entertainment guide. The food was divine and full of flavour. We tried a variety of..."
Sophie
"Came here with my partner for dinner. We had a booking, and upon arrival we were greeted by their friendly staff and seated. We ordered their..."
Anadelle Prado
"Love the dining room fit out very different to most restaurants in the area. Service is on point as well as there food and drinks. Love the cocktails..."
C
"Gingerboy can be hard to get into, its usually booked 2 weeks in advance or so, so the first tip is to make sure you’re organised and book in..."
TheFitFoodie
"Ambience:4/5Food:3.5/5Staff:4/5 Will I return: No Came here for dinner with a girlfriend one Thursday night. It was fairly..."
AllyBelly
"My friends and I had a very special night here. The service was outstanding. The food was excellent and flavoursome. We were especially impressed..."
Miriam Sharpe
"As we came here spontaneously one night, we had to sit at the bar as the rest of the restaurant was fully booked. This was fine with us as this was a..."
Jaynl
"My boyfriend brought me to Gingerboy for a nice date night. I have heard my friend raving on about how fabulous Gingerboy is and was really looking..."
Kristina
"Been wanting to try this place for a while now and finally got the chance for a birthday gathering. The venue itself is very modern but very noisy...."
Caroline
"I’ve dinned at Ezard before and I was really impressed, this time I decided to try gingerboy (cheaper n less formal than Ezard) with my friends...."
~Happy Neko~
"Ginger boy is located on Crossley Street off Little Bourke and is mostly well rated by a lot of our friends. The restaurant is beautiful, has a great..."
Our Foodie Finds
"Great food and ambience. Salt and pepper chicken ribs were my favourite and seemed to be very popular among other diners as well. Yellow seafood..."
Ritika
"First visit to Gingerboy for lunch today and was not disappointed. The flavours, food quality & service were all fantastic! Will be back soon!!..."
Foodlovermelb6
"Saturday night banquet feasting at Gingerboy was to much fun. Dined from GB Banquets. The food was incredible. We had a vegetarian in the group who..."
Shanae Tantram
"I have never had better food in my life. It was absolutely delish. Best restaurant ever. Absolutely fantastic service from June, Lily, Nicole, Jenny,..."
Louise Alston
"The service is impeccable and they went above and beyond to check on some dietary requirements. The Thai moon cocktail was so good that we ended up..."
Sharath Chandrasekharan
"🍤 Prawn Bun 🥟 Half Shell Scallops, Pork Dumplings 🥒 Smashed Cucumber Salad 🍣 Kingfish Sashimi 🥚 Son in Law Eggs 🥩 MS7 Sher..."
Stephanie Rose
"Wonderful food, great follow though on small concerns, nice selection of wine, service with a smile and a good balance between chatty and..."
Claire Rovic
"Such a great atmosphere! Bustling with conversation but the absolute best bit was the food - just delicious, especially the duck and chocolate mousse..."
Susie Bearzi
"Gingerboy never disappoints. Service was friendly and impeccable and each dish came served with a great explanation of the flavours. Pace for the..."
Matthew Wright
"Great Service and Great food except for a couple of dishes. When I'm in Melbourne again ill definitely be returning to try other dishes and some of..."
Tristram Lucas
Hanabishi Japanese Restaurant
85/100 (856 ratings)
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"Had the Hanabishi course for 2.Sashimi was fresh and the sampler of all appetizer were all yummy in their own special way.The salt..."
Aidan Leung
"We ordered agedashi tofu for starter - it melts in your mouth! For mains, we got a lunch box and a rice dish. And or course, you have to order the..."
Srslyfoods
"Excellent dinner in Hanabishi. We started with fresh sashimi which is in beautiful presentation. And the sukiyaki was absolutely delicious with fresh..."
Kikfoodlover
"Hanabishi is a semi upscale dining experience, good for business lunches and the like. It's not super "authentic" Japanese by my understanding, but..."
Quince And Cheese
"Simply sublime, with some of the dishes even better than in Japan. The stand out dishes were the agedashi tofu, the udon noodle soup and spicy tuna..."
MelbourneMiss
"Peaceful calm Japanese place. Loved it. Sushi was absolutely delicious . I also ordered miso cod and scampi tempura . Just waiting for that to..."
Epicurusfoodie
"Fabulous Japanese food. Fresh sashimi and the tempura was crispy but not oily. I especially enjoyed the fresh wasabi and ginger. I will definitely..."
Karina J
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Abby Jiang
"A client took as here for lunch and I ordered the sushi and chicken bento box. Very delicious!! Everything was very fresh and full of flavour. It was..."
Daniel
"Good ambience with friendly and attentive wait staff. More importantly, food is tasty and well presented. Strongly recommend you to bring your..."
EE
"We found this restaurant after the Korean bbq a few doors down had a long wait, and it was meant to be.We went with a set menu $130 per..."
Val86
"Has been sometime, since we visited this place. Seems the hands have changed to new chef. Opinions, used to be the old fashioned authentic style, now..."
The Last One Piece
"Absolutely love this place. The food is top notch. The Akio $78 banquet is definitely worth it - good value for what you get!The food is..."
Cathy
"Yes yes yes the food is awesome 😎. I really like this place. The seaweed salad is great. Sashimi is on a bed of ice and lovely. The food is a..."
FoodieGuru_770
"It’s funny, you don’t think high quality and exotic Japanese on King St, do you? You think the complete opposite let’s be honest (nudge nudge,..."
The Dear Luncher
"Everything about this venue is superb- the service, ambience and of course- the food. Attentive service was consistent from the beginning to the end..."
Alison Read
"Had Hana Matsuri lunchbox one afternoon for first time. What a great experience!You could find dishes with different temperatures, tastes..."
SK Wong
"Sushi roll are the best!!!!!!!!! Sashimi are so fresh and black cod fish is a surprise. We also tried unagi don and assorted dessert, but..."
Hahapeanut
"Hanabishi is real japanese fine dining. A very suitable place to go on a date or celebrate something special. It is a low key place but very spacious..."
Taeyeon's Hamster
"ordered hana matsuri for lunch set. very filling. sashimi is good, they are fresh. the chicken teriyaki is flavourful too. tempura is fried..."
Forknifespoon
"Top quality Japanese at the western end of the CBD. Maybe best in the city?? It is on King Street but this is well worth a visit at lunchtime. The..."
Stretts
"I have only come here twice (on special occasions, because it's super exy) but each time has been good! The restaurant is cozy, and we love the..."
Vivian P
"Featured on GoodFood guide and TimeOut, Hanabishi is a premium traditional Japanese restaurant that offers extensive list of seasonal and quality..."
J88
"Came here for dinner. In short, Hanabishi is expensive, decadent, and very good.We had the otoro sashimi, a sashimi/sushi platter, the..."
Tony
"The sashimi lunch set is a must-try. It's beautifully presented and you get a miso soup, side dish of the day (today it was a meatball, and it was..."
Kimmy_desu
"Apart from sushi, I had never had Japanese food before my experience at Hanabishi. As part of a meetup group, 7 of us were treated to a four course..."
Ms V
"Authentic Japanese restaurant in Melbourne.Yes, a little expensive, but it's not just the food but the service, attentiveness, and the overall..."
Inuneko
"Very fresh sashimi! Good food, but on the pricey side - nice for a special occasion! Very attentive service in a clean, modern dining room. Would..."
Munchk1n
"Food is exquisite and incredibly fresh. Staff are really nice and helpful. Though its a lil overpriced ($180 for 2), I think I'd love to come back...."
Leigh
"Loved the sushi and sashimi there, Wagyu hotpot is just okay, nothing much special about it. But the Hanabishi deluxe dessert are so nice, satisfied..."
MC H
"Hanabishi is probably my favourite constructed ‘set’ of Japanese restaurant in..."
Mr Wang
"Could this be one of Melbourne's most underrated Japanese restaurants? In the media and blogosphere, it is often overshadowed by the likes of Kenzan..."
Thevegicurean
"We went to Hanabishi Japanese Restaurant after referring to Urbanspoon in our iPhone application. We like the quality of the sushi they served, fresh..."
Ourfoodtales
"Quality. Extremely high quality food. Worth every mouth..."
MBA Food
"Simple and great. If they claim themself to be one of the best Japanese restaurant in Australia. they have earned it. nothing much to say, but the..."
Daruma
"Nice meal,good wine..."
Melisa
"Great Lunch. I used to go to Hanabishi for dinner until they decided to close on weekends. Lunch menu is excellent for less than AUD25 especially the..."
Ally
"A great Japanese. Food was outstanding. Service and ambiance was unassuming but excellent. Will definitely come again. Miso butter salmon a..."
Buzlightyear
"An ordinary like. I cant say theres anything wrong with hanabishi, the food is good, fresh, the service is nice, but it is kind of place that lacks..."
Wen
"Night out with my son. Went here recently and had a fantastic meal. The tuna, salmon tartare and sashimi was fantastic. The service was excellent..."
Food Choice
"Amazing dining experience!. This place is a bit expensive but definitely worth it! Our group of six came here for a dinner a few weeks ago. The food..."
J-cat
"A taste still in my mouth!. Visited this japanese restaurant, I was very happy with texture of sashimi. It is hard to find taste like this in..."
Scott_giant
"Loved it. I still can't stop thinking about their amazing wagyu carpaccio... and we also had the salt crusted barra... very delicious..."
Lisa McDang
"Beautiful Japanese! Mouth watering sashimi and sensational dessert. Great service...can't wait to..."
Rain
"Authentic Japanese. This restaurant brings reminiscence of my dining experience in Japan. Fresh, delicious, good presentation, friendly Japanese..."
Foodie
"Beautiful food, quiet restaurant and lovely staff. Highly..."
Karma Clarke
"One of the best Japanese restaurants in the city. We ordered Hanabishi course set which cost approximately $120 pp but definitely a worthy one. Foods..."
Ques
"Over priced. Food is fairly decent, but overpriced.highlight of the meal was supposedly the hyped up kurobata pork, but it was overcooked..."
Anthony
"Always serving up fantastic authentic Japanese food! Superb quality. A great place to dine! Definitely recommend..."
Lilmstidy
"One of the best authentic Japanese restaurants in Melbourne. You know this is good, because the Japanese love to go there. The food is always superb...."
Jamie
"Terrffic.. Down the road from Sud. An institution that has not let its game slip.Cracker wine list. Food excellent. Service - lost in..."
KT
"Forget the strippers, this is class. So my dear mother and I, after a hard day's shopping, wander down to this gem in a lackluster street. We wonder,..."
Geelong Diner
"Most underrated Japanese restaurant in Melbourne. Probably one of the most underrated Japanese restaurants in Melbourne - I rate this leagues ahead..."
Omnidragon
"Authentic Japanese. I've been to Hanabishi three times and I have tried as many different dishes as I could on the menu. The sushi rolls are just..."
Jeff
"Have been there several times. sensational Japanese - unmatched in ambience, service and food freshness and..."
CGL1
"Old Stellar. Lunch crowd are mostly corporate clienteles but I still find their Hana Komachi Bento is still one of the very best of all Melbourne..."
Eatoutmonk
"Beautiful Japanese. Fantastic degustation menu that almost moved me to tears. So good. Will give Shoya a run for its money if only the service were..."
Steamrollersam
"The pentagonian toothfish is amazing and rightfully so for this really fatty fish. Others on the menu are your typical Jap fare but the presentation..."
Rachel
"Hanabishi serves authentic Japanese dishes, always with good quality and friendly service. The lunch boxes (shushi, sashimi , tempura) are very good..."
BeeYan & King
"Hanabishi, what a Japanese restaurant. You want your date to smile? This is the place. Price is reasonable, but damn, the food is for Rah!..."
Villie Jo Galang
"Edit 31/12/2021 Thank you and good bye Hanabishi. I'm glad to be able to visit this place one last time before they close permanently. Original: Our..."
F Paul
"Absolutely 💯 Japanese food! Very authentic....the service wasn't very Japanese but its all right. The food was glorious..."
Paula Gonzalez
"This is probably one of the most authentic Japanese food experience you can find in Melbourne. Sadly they are closing down at the end of 2021. So if..."
Edy Lianto
"Peaceful, quality food in a well managed restaurant. Huge menu and wine list to choose from. Friendly attentive staff who are delightful and..."
Booboo Bingbang
"Craving for something different while in lockdown, I chose this Japanese restaurant. If visiting their restaurant, they are found in King St and are..."
Swell Traveller
Udon Yasan
83/100 (590 ratings)
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Cheap Eats
"Insta: melbfoodie_markYT: MelbFoodieMark** Check them out for more food reviews in Melbourne!-They got this high school..."
Melbfoodie_mark
"The price was an absolute bargain, but I'm willing to pay 1 or 2 more dollars for hotter..."
Minh Lưu
"Very simple yet satisfying meal, the broth is very much like a sukiyaki styled broth, light sweet but so tasty, I got my udon with beef and onsen egg..."
Vivian
"This is the place to go if you want a quick fuss-free meal. Here's what I love about it:1. Very clearly defined range of meal options. I always..."
Joanne | Melbournecitay
"Fresh & tasty hot or cold udon with free toppings (spring onions, bonito, seaweed, chilli crunchy tempura batter plus a couple more) and hot/cold tea..."
Melb_Belly
"I love the beancurd served in both of two Udon Yasans very much, other foods are also good... Can anyone recommand something similar in..."
Jinting Ye
"Restaurant located on Bourke Street just before Russell Street. Very friendly service. Love the their ordering system. Very quick and simple. We..."
Paul J Fisher
"Food - you can choose udon set, either big (pay extra $2) or small (normal price at $5.90). Then you can take others as well. Tha taste was overall..."
CSL
"For simple Japanese food at rock bottom prices, this place ticks all the right boxes. The ambience is not the best but the tasty food at..."
Sunny Days Melbourne
"This is one of my favourite lunch spots in city if I am eating alone.. I always order the plain udon soup and will add some fried chicken & tempuras..."
Kerli Kerli Kerli
"I came here for a really early lunch just as they opened for the day. I really like the canteen no frills style of this place. You start at the..."
Willtravelforfood17
"This Japanese place really impressed me as I took my first sip of the udon soup. I usually love udon noodles, I believe it is a much healthier option..."
Sreerag Nampoothiri K
"My go to udon place. Not only it is affordable but it taste good as well. Love their tempura. My favs are crabstick tempura and prawn..."
Eatwithbonny
"Rating: 3.5/5Come here for a quick and filling lunch or dinner. The quirky thing about this Udon Yasan is their ordering system. You first..."
Feed Me Melbourne
"Yummy, quick, fresh food. Nice people. You get free tea and yummy crunchy tempura on your udon. It’s delish! Make sure you try all the..."
Ramen_lover
"Cheap udon in CBD. They offer vegetarian & vegan options as well. I had their vegan curry udon, was ok. Just dont expect anything though, theres not..."
Fike
"Decided that I wanted Udon today and I havent been here in soooo long. When I came in today, it gave me the same vibe that I had last time i was..."
Food Dreamer
"Cheap, quick, simple, unpretentious...the way cheaps eats should be! Awesome noodles and soup broth and love the setup. Can be in and out in 20 mins..."
Great Restaurant Mentions
"😱Lizzie’s first impression: The concept of this place is to choose your base whether it be udon or curry udon and then you can add your own side..."
Lizzie Eats Melbourne
"Decent tasting food, where you pick the fillings as per your preferences, after ordering the base. Condiment section is free flow, where..."
Sivashankar Sivam
"My fav Japanese in the city. Always makes me feel like I’m in Japan again! Perfect food if you’re on break in the area as all the food is pre..."
Melbourne_eats_
"Always the go to place whenever we cannot decide on a food option. Cheap and reliable, we can get our udon and deep fried food craving sorted whilst..."
Kingshark
"Every time I feel like some Japanese food but don’t want to spend too much I come to this place. There are many choices which you can make own..."
Eatingmakesmehappy
"Very affordable. It’s hard to find places this cheap in CBD. The plain hot udon isn’t amazing but not much different to other places, just at a..."
Mhk123
"Came here twice during a 3 day trip. Everything here is very affordable, especially the sides. I grabbed cold udon and hot udon, $4.8 each. The udon..."
Pacc
"Wanted to try but it was already closed on our first visit, second time was open and crowded as it was during lunch time. Ordered their udon with..."
MF
"I went for a quick dining and as you can guess, a very good value of money. They offers fresh udon as they make it daily although it tasted average...."
Key🍕
"Walked past Udon Yasan and never really had the urge to try it u til today. I’m glad I did. Food tasted great! Plus was quite cheap! Had quite a..."
Gdkf
"The store didn't have much to offer at first glance but don't let its appearance put you off. I quite appreciate the unique experience of self..."
Hungry Hieu
"Quick authentic udon. Plenty of options to choose from and great flavour! Took me back to japan. Perfect if you want a quick eat and go meal...."
Brittany Clark
"Udon was fresh but soup was a bit too salty for my taste. It had a great selection of tempura and self-serve counters where you could choose your own..."
Gwendolyn Tan
"They made their own udon fresh daily which is a plus point as their noodle quality is considerably high. It is a self-serve restaurant where you ask..."
Munching Pandas
"Udon is pretty good, well priced,,,Sadly the fried sweet potato was coldBut still taste alright.................will definitely come..."
Nyoz
"Udon Yasan is basically my stable food when we need something quick and easy to eat. I've recently tried the cold noodles due to hot weather and it's..."
Ponkylim
"Excellent home-made Japanese Udon with various toppings to pick, clear soup stock . Good value great food excellent service.Free condiments..."
H
"Service was quick, food was cheap and tasty. Came here on a fairly hot day and ordered the Cold Kimchi Noodle Soup with Sweet Potato Tempura on the..."
Bees
"This is an ultimate cheap eats place, especially for poor students or people who don't get off work until 9pm on a weekday. You can get a warm bowl..."
Om Nom Nom
"When im craving udon, this is my go to place. Cheap, quick and tasty. Very fitting for a student and those in budget. I like the simple plain udon..."
Kristina Maria
"Quality udon, love how you're able to customise your own meal, so cute, cheap, friendly staff, authentic, love the condiments, 10/10 would come again..."
Joyce
"One of my favourite spots to visit after working late and I'm forced to fend for myself. I usually enjoy the sukiyaki beef noodle soup with a soft..."
Mustard
"It was a very cold night and I needed some hot food, this place was perfect for some kimchi to boost my immune system. I got my food super fast and..."
Jo The Fairy
"The most authentic and tasty udon that I have had in Melbourne. I always get the beef noodle soup, and for $7.80 (small) and $9.80 (large) the price..."
Dee
"I've been a regular here now for 1.5 years now; it's about time I gave this place a review. I've never been disappointed here! Good menu choices,..."
HP
"First time here and I enjoyed it so much! I had the curry beef udon with an extra side of egg and vegetable croquette. I love the Japanese inspired..."
L
"Experience was a bit confusing but I really enjoyed the Udon noodles here. Very nice cheap price, udon highly customizable and tasted yummy. I really..."
ThE MOiStMaKeR
"Customisable udon imitating real life Japanese noodle bars is pretty cool! Handmade noodles, free toppings the concept is great here! Tables were a..."
Ammy Elle
"Quiet and unassuming this restaurant delivers very cheap udon and curries for a very reasonable price. I love the unlimited toppings and green tea..."
Rachael
"The food is quick and convenient. The employees are lovely. The price you pay is definitely worth it and I love how you can add your own additions..."
Red.scarf
"Affordable Japanese comfort food! Love their beef sukiyaki on rice, daikon, and inari. I always come back when I need a quick jap fix at low price...."
Claris
"Wanted something light after eating quite heavily through-out the day as it was my first trip in Melbourne, came across this place and glad I went in..."
Sarah
"Honestly what a brilliant and unique idea of a eatery.Udon Yasan reminds me of my high school's cafeteria, except the food here is amazing and..."
CultureClash
"@this is the third time that i have been here, and none of my visits to this place has disappointed me. there are two options for their..."
Foodie Panda
"Ever since my Japanese friend introduced me to Udon Yasan when it first opened, I have been obsessed. The little udon shop offers customers an..."
Lemon
"Great food at a cheap price. Bowl of hot or cold noodles with a selection of tempura. Staff always friendly and efficiently. Free teas and as much..."
Kayz
"Looking for a quick lunch in Melbourne’s CBD, I stopped by Udon Yasan, Melbourne’s alternative to Marukame in Chatswood. I found the ordering..."
Sydney Tum Tum
"Quite like this restaurant. Have been here a number of times. They specialise in udon noodles. I usually order either the curry beef noodles with..."
Mandy W
"This place is awesome! Reminds me of the time when I was living in Japan and wanted a quick bite of Udon or Soba. What can you buy these days of..."
K-eats
"I quite like this Authentic Japanese style restaurant. From the whole pick your type of noodles and then whatever add ons you like. The free toppings..."
Theresa Arika
"It's good for the price, especially in Melbourne. Except for when it's sold out, and that's usually for at least 5 minutes every 15 minutes between..."
Lilmeh
"(Thursday 22/12/2016)This place is superb with serving their homemade udon. Super cheap. Super-fast. This place will tell you just enjoy..."
Pauliwag
"Love the chicken curry and udon beef noodle soup and eggplant crisps. I will def be back but will skip the crab meat nugget and chicken. I’ll try..."
Indaylakwatsera Gamay
"Pretty descent, got the #2 Sukiyaki Udon ($8) & an ebi tempura ($3). The soup was quite light but pleasant, the beef wasn’t great quality with a..."
LUIS ANTHONY JAYANATA
"A Self Service restaurant offering freshly made, quality, "Sanuki" style Udon at pocket friendly prices. If you are like me, who like udon, but not..."
Ming
"we got the kake udon (#1), sukiyaki beef udon (#2), prawn tempura, crabstick tempura and crab cream croquette on the side. the udon is super worth..."
kristin tan
"The prices have increased and they no longer have free cold green tea but still my favorite place to go for udon..."
Grace Elfira
"Cheap, consistant and delicious. Have visited maybe over a dozen times. Perfect location too so I hope they don't relocate despite it being a small..."
Steven Nguyen
"I wish I could give this place 6 stars! Instantly one of my favourite Japanese eateries. The quality and quantity of food far exceeds its humble..."
Gladys Z
Waterfront
83/100 (2214 ratings)
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"Had a great lunch today Thursday. Food surreal service excellent. Would highly recommend. Our meals consisted of tuna best ever . melt in your..."
Cath Uit Den Bogaard
"Excellent service , excellent food , would recommend this place to anyone that wants to be looked after when they are in Melbourne, these guys know..."
Chris Davis
"The 400gm rib fillet was the best steak i have ever eaten. To put that in perspective i am a 30yr vetran chef and a professional steak cook. I salute..."
Paul Drabble
"Lovely meal. Top class service! Caters for gluten free with no..."
Christine Allison
"The dessert plating amazes me the most.The salmon, the steak, mussels, prawns, oysters are all fresh and yummy. Have to admit the pricing is on..."
Sunny J
"The staff are really efficient. They could probably do with more but the waiter we had was dealing with about 8 busy demanding tables and he managed..."
CK
"I really liked this place, the atmosphere was very cosy and home-like which made my partner and I feel comfortable. The food pricing was reasonable..."
Samantha Le
"A spectacular experience is an apt description for our first visit to this outlet. Situated along the beautiful Southbank of Melbourne with seating..."
Rigard & Jeanine
"A great restaurant for a beautiful night out in Melbourne! I had the steak which was nicely charred to my liking and awesome ambience! Loved the..."
Therelaxedtraveller
"had work gathering here, I could try seafood platter which is over the top, crab was so fresh and so many variety too, I loved steak, I had scotch..."
Sisi Love Food & Wine
"Good service and great food. Ceviche is fresh and the rest of the seafood is tasty. Seating areas are well sheltered and the location is..."
Dumba
"Wow! This place is amazing and the food was fantastic. The oysters Kilpatrick are amazing! We also had some seafood chowder and breads with olive oil..."
Maryke Fry
"Our family love this place, kinda like my 9 year old chubby self loved stuffing my face full of cake. It's okay, I've come to terms with those life..."
Melbourne Food Girl
"Meal: DinnerOrdered: Red Wine, Snapper and Steaks Having eyes Waterfront Southgate for a while, we finally got around to trying..."
Pav Arneja
"Lovely decor, polite wait staff, terrific menu, good coffee. And the food was really nice-so all adds up to a wonderful dining experience! I had..."
KClovesherfood?
"I caught up with a friend here tonight who was craving champagne and oysters and was not disappointed. I was personally a little disappointed with..."
Good Food Good Mood
"Was here for my birthday dinner. Everything was great from the beginning. The staff is very trained here to provide really good customer service and..."
Viranki Gunasekera
"This place really took me by surprise! I’ve always wanted to try @waterfront_southgate however sometimes I don’t trust the restaurants in..."
Sassyfoodqueen
"I went here at least once a year, the food is amazing and fresh. Of course staffs are caring and friendly. The price is worth paying. High..."
NW
"Our usual go to place for the friends to get together. We always get the large sushi platter to share, sometimes two because it’s so good, and then..."
James Yousif
"Melt in your mouth eye fillet, even though it is a seafood restaurant they do know how to cook a good steak! They serve fresh, quality ingredients..."
Sophiecoulton_222
"The evening team here who took care of my friends and I, from the host to our stationed waitress, they were all very hospitable. It was very pleasant..."
Will Tran
"No booking and got a table straght away. A knowledgeable waiter with very quick service. Food cooked to perfection and well presented. Great flavours..."
Nay Nay
"@Waterfront SouthgateOur local seafood restaurant. Nothing better than sitting looking over the Yarra at Flinders St station and the..."
Chronicles Of A Foodie
"There are two reasons Waterfront has been busy on the two occasions we've eaten there: exceptional service and excellent food. Menu caters for a..."
Helen Stearman
"I love the the view and ambience of this place and had a European feel in it.I ordered a green Thai curry with mussels it was decent size and..."
James Tully
"Kids meals the beef a little bit hard. oysters and fish were fresh.specially the oysters were taste good.service were very good.the steam barramundi..."
Typhoon
"Very pleasant. Service good and the seafood linguine good vfm and top drawer. Says it all when it was the only place busy on the front last..."
Gary Blair
"Quite a fancy lookin' seafood restaurant with a bit of a European feel. The oysters were really fresh and they seem to go better without the..."
FoodforThought
"Had a wonderful meal to celebrate a birthday. The service staff were impeccable; friendly and helpful. The food itself was tasty and well presented...."
Sneha Arora
"Searching for lunch by the river, Waterfronts elegant display of wine and meats drew us into a very glamorous dining room! We opted for the weekday..."
M.
"Great service and entertaining friendly staff. Good coffee. Lovely view and ambience. The sticky date pudding with butterscotch sauce was finger..."
Saloni
"What a great find. I remember eating in this restaurant in its old South Bank location. Seafood platter really lovely and the service was fantastic a..."
Dawson Brister
"Came here on a Sunday night for dinner with the family, and we all had a fabulous night! The vibe here is great, the staff are attentive, and the..."
Stelly
"Lovely birthday dinner here last month I had the seafood linguine which was amazing and mojito and lychee cocktail. Entree was fresh oysters....."
Lauren
"Managed to get an outside table with a great view of the city. We started with Coffin Bay oysters which were sensational, then I had a Scotch steak..."
James Whittaker
"The calamari 5/5, it was really fresh and just enough sauce but it took super long to arrive as they forgotten our table and had to remind them...."
Michelle Khor
"Excellent mix of fresh seafood, good pasta and prime steak. Wide range of wines by the bottle or glass and great service. Good view over the Yarra..."
Gavin Gusling
"Grilled and seafood are quite popular here. sauce is delicious. dessert was not too bad.good location and good atmosphere.Preferably..."
Sam
"Ate here on Christmas Day after a long flight. Food was exceptional, I got the sesame crusted tuna which was exactly what I felt like, it was light..."
Nati Celliers
"Beautiful! We had a wonderful meal in the welcoming environment of the waterside. Everyone in my party loved their meal, but I especially recommend..."
Luc Wolthers
"Beautiful food & great service at this posh restaurant. The pan seared salmon comes with mashed green peas and topped with a scallop. The grilled..."
Ling Yap
"It's a lovely restaurant. Nice location. Nice view. Nice decoration. I guess if you're looking for seafood this restaurant it's for you. We were..."
Ana Gonçalo
"If you're a massive seafood lover like myself this places is heaven for starters we ordered oysters along with a main sized sushi platter.for main..."
Melissa
"Came here for a work Christmas function. Beautiful views of the Yarra and nice rustic décor. We were a bit squashed so I felt a sorry for the..."
Michy
"Despite my skepticism of this building/area being a complete tourist trap I was pleasantly surprised with Waterfront. We recently came here with some..."
Melbourne To Mouth
"Went here for a business lunch on a weekday. There was plenty of space. It take a while before they came and take our order. I had a salad nicoise..."
I. D.
"Wonderful place for steak and seafood. Our steak was cooked perfectly medium with lovely pink in the middle and the mushroom sauce was the best I had..."
FoodieCCC
"Fantastic. Seafood heaven. Great wait staff. Lovely selection of meals. Our waiter catered for a seafood platter with extra's to start off..."
Lotty Loves Food
"For a large dining eatery it is what you would expect, staff are attentive food is ok great place to watch the world go buy. Being in south bank it..."
Tony Panton
"It's exactly as you'd expect, walking past the venue. Quality food and great service. My friend and I came here on a Wednesday night and had one of..."
Rachel Jaye Honner
"I've been here a few times and never been disappointed..the food is delicious and the service is always good.. It's not that overpriced compared to..."
Natalie NC
"Ok for starters I don't no why your rated so low,we are from NZ and have been here a few times,service A class food AAA class,views etc everything..."
Ayaan
"Food and service awesome well worth the effort to walk over here. The food was fresh. The tuna was slightly over cooked so was dry but apart from..."
Pun McC
"Been here a couple of times now and has been consistent throughout. Seafood is very fresh across all the dishes which contained it and the lamb chops..."
Jac
"Only went in for dessert and was won over by the pavlova and cheesecake being on the menu! Staff were lovely and attentive but my goodness the..."
Theknifeandforktalk
"Wow. What an improvement. My family visited the waterfront today and i think they have got a quality sushi chef, finally! It was 1st visit in last..."
Jin Jang
"An absolutely beautiful restaurant full of charm. The lighting makes the place feel cosy, despite it being large. The staff were very friendly,..."
Brunch Lover
"If you're a massive seafood lover like myself - This place is heaven! For starters, we ordered oysters along with a main sized assorted sushi..."
Jelena Louise May
"I have tried their California Roll and King Prawn. And both of them are very delicious.Coming from Hong Kong, I think most of us would find..."
Alexau1130
"Beautiful view and delicious food! I like wine here very much~ services and dishes are exquisite, u can enjoy some performance……anyway, want to..."
Siyou
"Do: the eye fillet or rib eye, or the whole New Zealand flounder. Don't: skip dessert. Sticky date and chocolate fondant were great. Not..."
David Food Leasing
"Sublime seafood and service !Lunched at Waterfront 15th February. Could not fault the friendly yet knowledgeable efficient staff, the beautifully..."
Julie Burke
"We had seafood platter..  I love the oyster serve in cold.. but.. not the rest of the seafood.. was too cold for me.. but, still taste good with..."
MB
"We went on Saturday night and had a really nice meal for dinner. We had the Seafood Paella for 2 which was very tasty and then for desert the..."
Dills
"We had a fantastic lunch today. Beautiful fresh oysters, large king prawns, nicely cooked snapper, sushi and sashimi main and desert. No complaints..."
Geraint Gardner
"Could not find a fault for this restaurant.The hot seafood platter was amazing with all the best quality food. Staff was welcoming and..."
Shania
"Absolutely love their lunch special.. Value for money, excellent service and ambience.. Delicious seafood chowder and lunch menu. Restaurant is great..."
J88
"Crowded restaurant, we were seated in between a couple of other tables and the bar. Felt a little bit too close for comfort. The waitress however was..."
Paige Wiles
"On a sunny afternoon eating the fresh catch was just wonderful. It is my second time here but the 1st time was a moonlit night this time it is worm..."
Kiran Dikshit
"We had a fantastic dinner here. We got in early before the crowds at about 6.30pm. It was still very busy at this time though. The man that greeted..."
Yummyintummy
"Surprisingly good seafood. It's a truth usually borne out that the better the view the worse the food. With such a warm night on a long weekend, it..."
Missdelish
"BEAUTIFUL SETTING!!! And beautiful decor.... This place is also child friendly and the staff was really nice and quite friendly with my child which..."
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"Had the barramundi in master broth with dumplings... Yum yum yum! Very delicious.. Table of 12 of us last night and there were no complaints at all!..."
Louisa Koko
"This place has really improved. Have a some great steaks here lately and also the seafood platter is a real winner. Yu won't be able to finish it. ..."
Shane Lucas
"Had dinner which included the Chowder special and then followed with Rib Eye steak. Both of these were excellent and service very professional..."
Gorilla
"Had the $35 express lunch here and it was great. Had the salmon and to be honest it was one of the better salmon entrees I've had in a long time,..."
DrinkAndFeast
"Lovely restaurant with a great view. The food was delicious and beautifully presented. A special mention to the calamari dish, which tasted amazing...."
Eileen N
"Came here for lunch one day and ordered the lunch special. Great place to sit down outside and enjoy the water view. Seafood is fresh and they have a..."
Marcel S.
"I had a really lovely experience here! They were very busy, but the staff were professional, got us a table with no booking and attentive without..."
Belinda Caldwell
"We came to this fantastic restaurant yesterday night and the experience was super duper. The food was not only delicious but also looked amazing. I..."
Tee Phan
"So I came here after receiving a voucher for my birthday. My first impressions was it seemed over priced and a tourist restaurant in the heart of..."
Luke Kenyon
"We celebrated our daughter’s 21st birthday last night & loved every minute of our experience at Waterfront Southgate. Our waitress Anna was so..."
Joanna Daffy
"I am giving this 5 stars but I want to give it more. My wife and I had an excellent dinner of entree oysters, salmon, barra (mains) and sorbet trio..."
Stephen Davies
"The Waterfront is an outstanding restaurant. Very friendly and professional staff, service was prompt and excellent, the food is fresh and tasty. I..."
Robert Hodge
"Love the food! Very tasty and well-presented. Great location along Southgate close to NGV, Arts Centre and Botanical..."
Zeph
Kumo Izakaya & Sake Bar
83/100 (1794 ratings)
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"Online order, pickup. Easy to use.Japanese dishes sometimes don't travel well with their delicate textures but the flavour is packed in...."
Affogato Addiction
"201908 long driven past Kumo, finally stopped in to this tram stylised Japanese eatery. I forgot to take photos so go check it out! Needed quite a..."
Nesscessities_gluttonness
"3.7 I’d give this placeMy mrs really really liked itI didn’t like it as muchThey were really accommodating with allergies,..."
Jonathan Voulgaris
"Really nice venue, high ceilings. Service not the slickest, but friendly and effective enough. Food is exceptional. Surprised it's not..."
John M
"What an incredible space. It used to be a bank and has maintained much of the original structure but the interior is complemented by smooth wood and..."
Quince And Cheese
"The crispy soft shell crab bao with nan ban zuke and thousand island was delicious to the last bite. So little but soooo good. Crispy and well..."
Eatenbymae
"I love the Japanese aesthetic of this restaurant. It has a Japanese Art Deco feel. We decided to share some of the smaller dishes. They were quite..."
SuziEats
"Great food authenticity done and served with style. Attentive staff who looked after a large party with ease. There is a private function room where..."
Gavin Gusling
"We ordered a few of the tapas and noodles and they were lovely, my absolutely favourite was the fish roe udon. I must say their service made it an..."
M3lissa____
"Kumo Izakaya is located along Melbournes famous Lygons street... the food there was pretty decent however the prices was quite expensive..The..."
Kerli Kerli Kerli
"Rating: 4.5/5Kumo, what an absolutely amazing experience! From the front you’re already wowed by the effort put in to set a japanese..."
Kayla Nguyen
"Will come back for:+ Fried octopus bites+ Spicy Salmon Taco+ Kingfish and Salmon Ceviche+ Sticky beef ribsWe had an..."
The Casual Diner
"Enjoyable feed with quality food in an awesome high ceiling venue. The service was attentive and the protein was handled with care. Authentic and..."
Linda
"Really enjoyed Kumo. Casual dinning with broad menu that is reasonably priced. Spicy tuna taco and king fish sashimi were stand out dishes. Sweat..."
Massivebird
"Definitely go for the chefs menu and if ure keen - pair it with a sake for an extra $45. My sis and I shared a 220ml sake and that was perfect. Food..."
April
"An excellent Japanese option! Menu is full with a lot of different choices - great flavours and advice from staff. Love sitting in a booth with..."
Elle
"Love the ambience of this place. The decor is great. Food is nice and service is good. Sashimi is fresh and karaage is tender. Great drinks list. A..."
Dumba
"Absolutely love this place. Food is incredible and service was amazing from a particular gentlemen who was extremely helpful in guiding us..."
Bongani
"Really enjoying the Melbourne’s food and wine festival with Matthew Evans and Andre kimoto this was a great educational evening with amazing sakes ..."
Krishna Brannigan
"Kumo is such a cute little Japanese restaurant with a very friendly and upbeat vibe to it!I'm vegetarian and sometimes find it difficult come..."
Chandini Vynatheya
"Amazing every time. Food is fresh and beautifully presented. Staff are knowledgeable and provide good suggestions. The specials are always winners...."
Nes
"Service: great, they handed me a chart with each dish and it's food allergy details. Food: fantastic flavours. Eggplant dish was one of the best..."
TigerTreeEats
"This place was so much better before they changed their potato salad...please bring back the old one with the potato shavings 👌👌 great food,..."
Esse Elle
"Modern Japanese cuisine---awesome selection of sake and pretty decent alcohol menu. Had the teriyaki chicken which was yummy but did not taste like..."
Emily
"We had the banquet $65. It's one of the best banquets I've had. The Japanese gnocchi was a highlight it simply melts in your mouth. Food: 10..."
Marge77
"Japanese food on an adventurous scale.This space is everything a 'normal' Japanese restaurant is often lacking.Large areas with spacious..."
Christopher & Marian
"Came with a small group of 4 for dinner. Ordered some sake and meals to share. Started with the miso, and then followed the teriyaki chicken, which..."
Stephanie Papazois
"Like this place. Wide selection of food, sake, and friendly service. I guess the restaurant is supposed to be a casual sake bar so the seatings are..."
Chad Obrian
"The decor and vibe at Kumo is so cool and typically Melbourne. It's the perfect scene for great food and drinks with friends and loved..."
Pass The Plate
"The decor is really nice and inviting. The food was really good, the sashimi was very fresh and we enjoyed all of the dishes including agedashi tofu,..."
Catdog
"My hubby and I love this place! Been here a couple of times and will go back. The atmosphere is pleasant and the service excellent. The food is..."
Katja Petrovic
"My boyfriend and I came here on date night. We enjoyed the food, wine and sake but found it a little overpriced for what it was. I didn't like the..."
Belle Eats Melbourne
"Had a sensational meal here last night! Couldn't fault the food, everything was delicious. The chicken skin snacks were incredible, I could have..."
Megan M
"Quality Food  & Yummy CocktailsKumo is a fresh and super modern Japanese place towards the end of Lygon Street, with very cool..."
Just Jamie
"tl:dr immaculate service, great food, and SAKE! Also, they do take away.Just a disclaimer, I came here for a food and wine festival event,..."
James
"Sublime decor but unspectacular food -A) Their gnocchi dish was one of the best things I'd ever had.B) We had some nice starters,..."
Jess
"Been on my list for a while and went with the sautéed mushrooms, Japanese fried chicken, vegetable tempura and the ramen gnocchi with octopus. Loved..."
Gee
"Kumo is my first Izakaya (aka Japanese pub) experience and it totally exceeded my expectation. Love the trendy interior decor and high ceiling. The..."
Jolene Lim
"Absolutely delicious. Really good place for a meal in an intimate setting. The food is excellent. The ramen gnocchi is absolutely incredible. Will..."
Tom S
"Our first take on a different type of Japanese restaurant. Unassuming facade but once you go in, it'll take you to a visually appealing restaurant...."
Jake Gelvezon
"Amazing flavours! Only if sushi and sashimi were part of the banquets. But the atmosphere is great and a great place to catch up with..."
Helen Younan
"Nice decor, good food but inconsistent flavours. We came here on a Thursday evening and there were plenty of empty tables. We quickly ordered the..."
Luke And Hannah
"Ordered takeaway and got the pork gyoza, edamame and fried chicken.... had better edamame but the gyoza and fried chicken dishes were amazing..."
Gippsland Lad, Living In Brunswick
"This is a restaurant we have been to several times and is a usual go-to place when we crave good Japanese food. Staff are lovely and food always..."
FoodieAboutTown
"I don't usually make such a comment on decor. However the scene was set upon entry. Great decor and ambience. We decided on the chefs selection..."
Judy
"So many wait staff who only seem to do one function each! Weird daikon salad great! Sake suitably fetishistic. Chopstick rests stupid. Secretive..."
TWM
"Really good food but was a bit disappointed in the sashimi pricing for the 12 pieces as we felt it was quite expensive for what we received. Service..."
Krystal
"I would say the restaurant design is authentic. I strongly recommend the grilled king salmon, which is the so yummy! Sashimi is fresh as well. But i..."
Tiana
"Amazing restaurant! This would rank close to one of my favourite japanese places to eat at. First off, the takoyaki was amazing, it's usually my..."
Radley Cardente
"We had asked a Northern-based friend for some Brunswick-located recommendations and Kumo Izakaya was the choice for the night. The front and location..."
Donutsam
"Thursday night - Out on a school night 🤓-work dinner 🍽 beautiful fresh Japanese food @kumoizakaya , Lygon St, East Brunswick..."
Rosie Raiti
"I would highly recommend the Calamari Fish Roe Udon for something different and unique. Mixing the egg with the udon adds extra creaminess to the..."
Uyen Le
"The Calamari and Spicy Fish Roe Udon ($14.8) is... seriously good; slippery udon noodles and chewy squares of calamari swam about in a thick sauce..."
Sweet And Sour Fork
"Food is great, ambience as well. Service is patchy.One dish took AGES to come out, and everyone has finished their food before my companion..."
E
"Kumo packs out so get in early or make a booking! The food is perfect for sharing and very reasonably priced. The meals were well timed to allow for..."
Jacqueline
"Kumo izakaya are very yummy, definately some good options on the menu, the chefs are very creative. It is very expensive though, not something I'd..."
Charli.jay
"My partner and I are huge Japanese fans and Kumo hits the mark every time. The atmosphere is excellent, perfect for something more intimate..."
Aimzele
"Great food and good service. Probably the best Japanese food you'll have in Brunswick. Dishes are well priced and the venue and Japanese hospitality..."
The Critic's Critic
"Atmosphere was very warming and authentic. The food was beautifully presented and the taste was just perfect! The highlight dish was probably the..."
Dwayne Melbourne
"Gastrology recently joined Australia's top Sake Master and Kumo Izakaya owner, Andre Bishop for an intimate dinner to enjoy the award winning cuisine..."
Gastrology
"Good quality food, loved sitting at the bar which reminded me a lot of my dining experiences in Tokyo. It was quite pricey however and was the only..."
Rodney
"The best way to enjoy this place is to share as many dishes as possible. Went there with my family and enjoyed lots of taste plates to go along with..."
Luccio
"What a hidden gem! I'm not sure why it has such poor reviews. The food was delicious. Serving sizes are small, but that's to be expected from tapas..."
Redcat
"This place is such a hidden gem in Brunswick. You may have passed it 50 times without realizing it's there. The presentation of the food is true to..."
Ashleigh Dougherty
"Excelent japonese restaurant, great staff, great food! Busy! Need reservations. The miso soup was delicious, the ceviche very good. The beef tataki..."
Clemencia Liliana
"Came here with a Dimmi voucher and the newly opened restaurant is surprisingly authentic and awesome! Absolutely loved the izakaya experiment and..."
J88
"Kumo Izakaya has a beautiful interior - the dining booths in particular look so cosy. For two, we ordered six dishes plus two desserts. The menu..."
Julycheee
"Gastrology recently joined Australia's top Sake Master and Kumo Izakaya owner, Andre Bishop for an intimate dinner to enjoy the award winning cuisine..."
Gastrology
"The food here is immaculate. The flavours are delicate and well balanced. The presentation is pretty without being pretentious and the decor is..."
David Bright
"Take note: this place is not '$80 for 2 people' as Zomato suggests. $80 + per person is more accurate. The food is amazing, the variety and knowledge..."
Hania Trzaskowski
"Fantastic atmosphere and friendly service. We loved sitting in the booths and enjoying the ambiance.We ordered the banquet option and the..."
Josh_hajis
"Kumo is one of the better Japanese izakayas in Melbourne with a few dishes done as well as in Japan. The fish is fresh as are other produce and they..."
Diner
"Great food and attentive staff. One of the best Japanese places I've been to in Melbourne :) the decor is awesome as well, the high ceiling makes all..."
Nikita Singh
"Went here a couple of times on a voucher. Without it, might be very pricey. Food is very good, but does come at a price and Serving sizes can be..."
Jason Pham
Kisume
83/100 (847 ratings)
Restaurants
Japanese
Japanese
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Cod
Swordfish
Foie gras
Ribs
Beef
Prawns
Dumplings
Tempura
Eggplant
Tataki
Salad
Lamb
Crab
Fish
Oyster
Sashimi
Tuna
Pork
Salmon
Gyoza
Fish Soup
Sit down
Japanese
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Private Dining
Accepts American Express
Street Parking
Reservations
Dinner
Lunch
Fine Dining
"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)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Asian
Healthy
Korean
Asian
Sushi
Healthy
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Korean
Sushi
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Brunch
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Fish
Sashimi
Cheesecake
Pork
Curry
Udon & Soba (Wheat & Buckwheat Noodle)
Udon
Prawns
Noodle
Gyoza
Beef
Udon & Soba (Wheat & Buckwheat Noodle)
Dumplings
Cheesecakes
Eggplant
Tempura
Bento (Lunch Box)
Salad
Ramen
Crab
Donburi (Rice Bowl)
Salmon
Fish Soup
Korean Fried Chicken
Sit down
Asian
Healthy
Sushi
Korean
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Parking Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Reservations
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Lunch
Drinks
Brunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"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..."
A Mitra
Sake Restaurant & Bar
82/100 (2508 ratings)
Restaurants
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Gluten Free Options
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Vegan Options
Sushi
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Tuna
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Fish Soup
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Eggplant
Ceviche
Salad
Tempura
Crab
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Scallops
Duck
Oyster
Lamb
Sit down
Sushi
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Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
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Seating
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Private Dining
Accepts American Express
Table Service
Waterfront
Wheelchair Accessible
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Gift Cards Available
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Mid-range
"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
Moshi Moshi Japanese Restaurant
82/100 (893 ratings)
Restaurants
Japanese
Asian
Sushi
Sushi
Japanese
Seafood
Vegetarian Friendly
Asian
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Healthy
Gluten Free Options
Healthy
Vegan Options
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Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Dinner
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Bento (Lunch Box)
Fish
Sashimi
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Salmon
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Japanese
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Mid-range
"The food was amazing, seafood very fresh and amazing service...."
Luke Hardwicke
"Will come back for:+ Sashimi salad+ SashimiCame here off the back of the fork. And was delighted by the super fresh and generous..."
The Casual Diner
"Found this places randomly from a Facebook add and wanted to give it a go, very happy with the quality of the food, the tuna Tataki, chicken Karaage,..."
Fabiana Navas
"We were invited to Moshi Moshi today and what an amazing dinner we had. The freshness of the sashimi was so impressive and I absolutely loved all of..."
Good Food Good Mood
"This was the first time I have visited Moshi Moshi but it definitely won’t be the last, the food is absolutely amazing and delicious.We..."
Kim Miller
"Say moshi moshi (hello) to Moshi Moshi! A cosy and charming Japanese restaurant in Port Melbourne serving up delicious and fresh Japanese food, you..."
Hello. Imnikki
"Moshi Moshi is a cute restaurant on the busy Bay Street in Port Melbourne serving fresh seafood and really authentic Japanese service.I went for..."
The High Tea Girl
"A great local restaurant for fresh quality Japanese food! We have dinner here at least once a month and always order the feed me menu. The Feed Me..."
Split The Bill
"Awesome food and awesome service and awesome staff. throughly enjoyed the fantastic sushi, and also all the raw fish was absolutely..."
Ron Chua
"Amazing food selection! Fresh sashimi, wagyu tataki and dozens of other fresh sushi and prawns. Had an amazing experience with my friends! Highly..."
Frank77
"Their “feed me” menu can definitely feed a hungry giant! Food were delicious and service really good! The sashimi was very fresh, goyza was..."
Eeyore
"Moshi Moshi is a cute Japanese restaurant on the busy main road of Port Melbourne. It is a small space, but has plenty of warmth and character, and..."
Morgs71
"We went to Moshi Moshi on a cold Monday night. We ordered a variety of food from the 'Feed Me Menu' and the food was amazing. The staff were very..."
Burgers Of Melbourne
"4.5A cute cosy street frontage greeted us when we visited Moshi Moshi on Bay Street in Port Melbourne. The inside was equally as welcoming as..."
Espy Eats
"A great visit to Moshi Moshi!The interior felt very Japanese inspired, with a lot of decorations and furniture that felt..."
Melanie (ForeverBrunching)
"Came here on a Monday night for my Mums birthday and were so happy to see that it was open. The staff were very friendly and accommodating right from..."
Tarryn Brandon-Cremer
"This is a great restaurant in Bay Street, Port Melbourne. My partner and I visited this restaurant with high expectations and we were not..."
Timinmelbourne
"Moshi Moshi has some super yummy veggie options available!I would definitely recommend the FEED ME menu! Such great value for all you can..."
Jessica Sargeant (Unbeleafablefood)
"Moshi Moshi is located on Bay Street in Port Melbourne. Offering a wide range of Japanese food & a relaxed dining space, we were looking forward to..."
Chronicles Of Nardia
"Came here for their Feed Me Menu (all you can eat) and we can confirm it was great value and quality food! The sashimi was thick sliced and..."
The World’s My Oyster
"Ate 😋: large sashimi platter, takoyaki and agedashi tofuStandout 😍: agedashi tofu (the outer shell was nice and crispy whilst the inside..."
Heleene34
"Have eaten here several times but our last visit since the menu upgrade was so good! We had the feed me option which is such great value and so many..."
Melbourne Foodie
"Fantastic food and customer service to match! We will definitely be back!Food is all well priced and prepared. Staff are very attentive making..."
Changfaith
"First time been here for a dinner with family. A very nice restaurant with nice food and good service, friendly staffs. Definitely will recommend and..."
Joycezhu430
"We love the ‘feed me’ menu at Moshi Moshi! Sushi is of a high quality and all made fresh on the spot. Rest of menu is delicious and abundant..."
Yummy In Your Tummy
"Feed Me menu was excellent, portions were very generous. Would definitely recommend. Great for large groups. Very filling. Excellent service too...."
Foodman101
"Opening on to the prime shopping and dining strip of Bay Street in Port Melbourne you’ll find Moshi Moshi – an unassuming family owned restaurant..."
Eat Play Live Melbourne
"Simply Fantastic!!From the moment we arrived for Christmas Lunch we were greeted with a warm smile which continued for the entire time we..."
Old Bull
"The best Japanese restaurant in Port Melbourne. We cake here to try the feed me menu, we saw it advertised on their instagram. The quality of the..."
Burgerlover
"A great restaurant for fresh quality Japanese food! We loved everything we ate especially the sushi donut and the gyoza. Staff were very friendly,..."
Olga
"Love the service at this place as it’s so quick. The traditional Japanese food with a modern twist is just beautiful and so delicious. If you are..."
Food Review Australia
"Moshi Moshi boasts a beautiful seaside location in the lovely, coastal suburb of Port Melbourne. Known for its affordable and fresh buffet menu,..."
2wo Fat Girls
"I've eaten here about 3 times in the last few months as I love their all you can eat buffet. Its such good value. We loved the edamame beans, the 7..."
David Stambolziev
"This lovely Japanese restaurant located in Port Melbourne serves both modern and traditional dishes. The staff was really friendly and energetic, we..."
Eat_today_diet_tomorrow
"Did someone say buffet! We loved our dinning experience here at Moshi Moshi. We were greeted by the lovely Carina who made us feel like home. She..."
Ana
"While offering a modern take on Japanese cuisine, Moshi Moshi hasn’t forgotten the traditional foundations that makes Japanese food so..."
Penguineats
"Such good food and service. There was a little wait on the dishes but once you tasted them you understood why. Great ambience also, nothing to fault!..."
Kim
"Located on Port Melbourne’s busy Bay Street, Moshi Moshi is an ideal casual dining spot where cheerful staff will help you to choose your feast of..."
Suzie Scribbles
"I came here with a group of foodies to try their menu.We sampled an array of dishes. A japanese place lives and dies on their sashimi, and..."
Tinmans Treats
"One of my favourite authentic Japanese dining place in Melbourne. They serve a wide variety of dishes from well-presented sushi to Japanese Curry..."
Suezen Chua
"Located on the busy Bay Street in Port Melbourne, Moshi Moshi is a great Japanese restaurant serving up fresh and delicious dishes ranging from..."
Teresa.active.foodie
"So delicious! So friendly🤗 My friends and I really enjoyed food in Moshimoshi. My favorite dishes are Salmons and wagyu. All the best for..."
Xiao
"Fantastic experience! Big love to Moshi Moshi! Super cozy place for a sister date! I recommend to start with a bottle of plum wine and the..."
Feedyaninow
"It is one of my favourite places which can serve he best Japanese cuisine! It would be a shame if you missed it. Recommend soft shells tempera and..."
Xiaotong Xu
"The staff were helpful and fast, it was a bit hit and miss with the dishes, some were great some were okay and some were not to my taste at all...."
Monica Iva
"Last minute booking and they were able to accommodate our party of 4, great service.  Sashimi was really fresh.  The Chef's special of King Tiger..."
Sujeanlee12
"Japanese Western fusion best describes the food here. Our party of 8 thoroughly enjoyed having dinner here. Japanese styled art pieces adorn the..."
Alvin
"it was cold night we walked in this small nice cosy restaurant, the food is delicious ,friendly service and attentive,highly recommended,we..."
Zhangliqq
"Enjoyed every bite of the meal. Standouts were the California roll and the spiced tempura prawns. All the dishes came well spaced out and super..."
Chloe Bao
"Went there with some Japanese friends ...They were most impressed...food was great across the board. Would recommend this restaurant to anyone..."
Ken Benson
"Always put off by the cost of this little place. However. Invested in a scoopon and it was delicious. Port Melbourne has a lot of..."
Plummy Loves Yummy
"I ordered the sushi and sashimi platter and it was fantastic. Best sushi in Melbourne, authentic place and all Japanese staff. Liked the golden..."
Yoshiko Yano
"I really enjoyed dining at Moshi Moshi in Port Melbourne tonight! We stated with the salted edamame and pork gyoza, they were really crispy and..."
Heidi
"This is one of our favourite local restaurants. We have been coming for years for the amazing gyozas, fresh sashimi, and divine sushi rolls. The..."
Lou
"If you need a Japanese fix in Port Melbourne, then this is the place to go. The Sashimi is top quality and hard to go past. I recommend trying a few..."
Scott Mierendorff
"This is great middle of the road Japanese. I have mostly had good experiences with the customer service, food has been consistent (although not as..."
John
"Went here for lunch during the week and tried the bento box. Very good value for money, sashimi was spot on, tempura crunchy and tasty, and we also..."
Bernardo Jacobi
"Nice and cosy restaurant with a homely feel. The food here is pretty good, but not to the extent that I'd call it amazing. Here's my opinion on each..."
Kimmy_desu
"Bought voucher on groupon and had it twice here. Everything in the deal is so delicious! From beef tataki to chicken and salmon teriyaki! The dessert..."
Yolanda Wong
"My partner and I visited Moshi Moshi on Friday night after work, it was a last minute decision so we did not have a booking. The young male staff..."
Jacinta
"Local favourite. Visited this time with a voucher of 8 courses plus wine. Food, while not plentiful, was varied, tasty and well presented. The house..."
Linda Norman
"Very nice restaurant, love the fitout and the decor. Ordered most of the vegetarian dishes available (there aren't that many), and they were all..."
Asomek
"My partner & I love this place.  Efficient service & good food at a good price.  I love the soft shell crab sushi roll & Katsu don curry..."
Foodlover
"Moshi Moshi is a small Japanese eatery in Port Melbourne that my family regularly eats at. The food is fantastic, so fresh, the flavors are amazing..."
Sarah Mc
"Wasn't too bad especially when we walked in on nye unplanned and was greeted kindly by the waiters.Impressed by the taste of the food,..."
Lauren
"Alway great food. Thanks. It's my special treat lunch on salmon teriyaki bento that keeps me coming back. Perfect service and has been for years...."
Tonir
"Not bad, pretty good lunch bento box deal and the soup is very nice and slightly milky. Had the Panko fried tuna and was good value. Nice and..."
K2
"Food was really fresh but really really expensive! Came out hungry after paying $60 for 2.4.50 for 1 scallop is a little bit overpriced to my..."
Foodielicious
"Who wants a double round of sushi?! The sushi roll was that good we had to order another serve! I've dined here twice now and both times have been..."
Katieppie
"There gyoza is amazing said by my daughter. The place is a relaxing place but only BYO on Monday and Sunday which is unfortunate for choosing..."
Steve Cooke
"Fantastic concept but generally quite average. Portion sizes are quite small and although the food tastes ok they could do a much better job. Take..."
John K
"We have been here a bunch of times and this place just gets better and better. We had crispy calamari, tempura prawn, edamame, wagu takataki, rainbow..."
Charlotta Adolfsson
"Magnificent, consistent Japanese food. A "must visit".Had the sushi/sashimi bento which was fresh & delicious. It melted in my mouth. Only my..."
Nicholas
"After seeing Grossi Florentino eating at Moshi Moshi I really wanted to try the food at this restaurant. The interior is cosy and the service was..."
Sheina Pal
"great selection of sushi, partner and I spent 150 which i think is standard for a quality japanese night.however saying that, for a bit more i..."
Lovefood
"Good food , lovely staff good layout had to be here as it was recommended by a friend didn't go wrong at all the best a Japanese cuisine can get in..."
Sarah
"Dad's favourite. Brought Dad here for his birthday as it's his favourite and we loved it too. We just shared a variety of entrees which was plenty...."
Justanotherwaitress
Yuzu At Church Lane
82/100 (1142 ratings)
Restaurants
Japanese
Asian
Sushi
Fusion
Vegetarian Friendly
Sushi
Japanese
Asian
Gluten Free Options
Fusion
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Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Tempura
Bento (Lunch Box)
Ramen
Fish
Sashimi
Pork
Beef
Gyoza
Eggplant
Salad
Salmon
Curry
Sit down
Asian
Japanese
Fusion
Sushi
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"The take away Katsu Curry Don size is too small. I don’t think that’s enough for a..."
Annie Zhu
"@yuzucuisine Aburi Salmon Nigiri - This was my first visit at yuzu in Church Lane and ive already decided what to order in my next visit.Loved the..."
M3lissa____
"Yuzu was amazing! The staff were very friendly and helpful and the dishes were relatively quick to arrive. Everyone enjoyed the fresh sashimi and..."
Cassandra Lee
"Probably one of the best Japanese restaurants I’ve been to. Kingfish Carpaccio is a must. The service is perfect even 10minutes before closing they..."
Nicolas Grimbilos
"The food here is amazing! I love the ramen it’s so good and so reasonably priced too! My favourite was the kaarage ramen with a tonkatsu..."
Alicia Martinez
"Dinner was delicious, had the soft shell crab burger crunchy soft shell crab, bun soft and fresh and slaw and sauce delicious all worked together...."
Lauren
"went to yuzu with a Japanese friend and that was a great decision!the calamari fries were cooked very well, calamari was fresh.the kale..."
Andy Han
"Found this little Fusion Japanese restaurant in a lane way and though we go in and give it a go. The atmosphere is really chilling and intimate for..."
Ayapom
"Visited on Saturday night and our waitress was excellent. Bentos were generous and fresh, and miso was best I've tasted. Everyone enjoyed their..."
Rec19
"Ambience: 3.5/5Food:4/5Staff: 3.5/5Will I return: If a friend wanted to go, otherwise probably won’t return on my own...."
AllyBelly
"Good food. Nice venue. Main let down is the service is mediocre. I commonly find myself standing in the “wait to be served” line for ages..."
Linda
"A spacious restaurant with attractive decoration. Wait staff were very friendly and welcoming. Some good deals between 5-7pm everyday; $10 cocktails..."
Saladzzz
"Lunch fine favourite! Yuzu has a perfectly sophisticated ambience, which is evident by all the lunch tome meetings you see around the place. The food..."
Charlie And Ko Reviews
"We tried the Yuzu feast where the chef prepares 6 dishes of their choice. Each dish was delicious, beautifully presented and it was a fun experience..."
Nicolevorperian
"Came here for lunch and absolutely loved the restaurant. The interior is beautiful and spacious - you don't feel like you're crammed next to..."
Iryna Sakhatovska
"This dinner was a celebratory one because of my husband's remuneration review, which was pretty good (I mean, things like this could always..."
Much Ado About Food
"Unfortunately I didn’t take pic of the food. however food is really good and the place could fit many ppl. they do have bar as well . the Sushi and..."
Tiffany Xu
"How good is it when you tuck in to just about every single type of meat there is, in one sitting? As The Dear Luncher often says, "meat is mandatory"..."
The Dear Luncher
"This place manages large number of guests. The staff are attentive and the sushi and sashimi dishes are truly a work of art!The Omakase nigiri..."
CultureClash
"Nice spacious place suitable for after work drinks and sharing style dinner.I went on a Friday night for an early catch up dinner with a..."
Acky
"Came here for a work lunch. The food I tried was delicious. Sashimi was so fresh. The miso soup was tasty and the (vegetable) Goza had great..."
Foodserra
"Came here for early dinner and ordered several dishes including the happy hour combo which is a bargain if you want to sample a variety of tapas. The..."
.itadakimasu~
"Yuzu is a spacious Japanese restaurant that seems popular to city workers for their lunch time breaks. Although I haven't been after work, it looks..."
Cynthia Giang
"It was a bit hard to find the restaurant as it is on the side street. I chose the set menu since I am a really indecisive person 😅 most of..."
Melody.mt.tang
"Quality and freshness of food is great here with great value for money. But service is bad, took staff three or more times before they noticed we..."
George Yong
"Hidden in Church Lane is a nice Japanese restaurant serving a range of Japanese dishes. We ordered a range of items and was lucky it was happy hour!..."
One.hungry.girl10
"Lizzie's first impression: This place is another hidden gem (luckily very close to where I work). The staff are exceptionally attentive and friendly...."
Lizzie Eats Melbourne
"Been to this venue multiple times and staff is always friendly, food is amazing and quite affordable, and carries with it a very chill atmosphere...."
Petar Bubulj
"Really yummy Japanese restaurant in the heart of the cbd. The Chicken Set bento box is a definite winner. It comes with teriyaki chicken, steamed..."
KnowingMelbourne
"Food is good and service is great. So surprised every time coming here,there aren't too many people. Perfect place to have fine dinner with friends...."
Maria Ma
"Deciding where to eat has been made easier with the liven app. If you're not already on it, liven offers discounts at selected restaurants in the..."
Hungry Ham
"If you love fresh sashimi then you cannot miss this place. Hidden in a small alley way lies a part of japan. We went here on a monday night, it..."
H
"Great option for a fresh and tasty lunch with pleasant surrounds. We ordered the main size platter of sushi and sashimi. I loved the wide selection..."
Kate Dougherty
"Lovely food and the dessert in particular was great. The sashimi was fresh but I didn't think the sushi was great. The cocktails were good too, and I..."
Dulicieux
"If you're looking for a relaxed dinner with friends or a date, arrive early. The light and tasty menu paired with the drinks will leave satisfied but..."
Tim Trotman
"Delicious food, great customer service and a nice ambience (not a crowded place and really nice decor). Pictured: tempura udon and sashimi entree..."
Kath's Food Indulgences
"Refined delicate morsels arranged into kingfish carpaccio- delightful. Round soft flavours in a warm tasty tofu age dashi. Friendly vibe, down to..."
Salted Caramel
"Ordered Katsu curry don and the teriyaki chicken bento set for lunch. Service was friendly and quick. Katsu curry don was enjoyable. The deep fried..."
We Nomz
"Ordered Sashimi platter and Katsudon. The Sashimi were all fresh and tasted excellent no fishy after taste at all, the Katsudon however was good, but..."
Foodie Guy
"Good Japanese lunch fare, and reasonable prices. The Ramen is alright, up there as one of the better ones floating around Melbourne but not in the..."
James Bowers
"Lovely food. Average service. My companions dinner was bought out 25 mins before mine. Kind of a downer when you go out for dinner together...."
Julie Lawrence
"It's tucked in on the side of Church Lane. Great little place, quite trendy, I'd actually be ok with going here for a date. The sangria during happy..."
Sallysfoodadventures
"I like their chirashi sushi, the sashimi is really fresh and nice taste with the seaweed and mushroomMany people during lunch time so i often..."
Jel_J_Chriee
"I went to Yuzu for the second time and decided to break habit and try something different. The first time I went here I got the fried soba (though..."
Audrina
"Really delicious! I went with a friend and we decided to share some small plates, we got the edamame, pork gyoza, tempura vegetables, eggplant and..."
Bec
"Nice ambience. Decent food. Decent prices.Came here at lunch. Got the tonkustu ramen. Noodles didn't seem too spectacular. Broth was good...."
Themkc
"It's a hidden gem for sushi lovers in Melbourne. It was a pleasant surprise to find one of the most authentic sushi in Melbourne. Presentation of the..."
Fidelio
"Named after one of my favourite fruits, the yuzu fruit, Yuzu Cuisine is a popular restaurant for business lunches and drinks on Collins Street...."
Melbourne Culinary
"We ordered butter fish, seaweed salad and miso grilled eggplant. Fair portioning. Great flavours. Prompt service. It was a bit quiet the night I..."
Stephannie Thian
"Stopped in for a mid week lunch. Packed out for a Thurs but I guess that's a lot of places in the city too. Food was very nice. Started with veggie..."
Carmen N
"I walked past this small Japanese place few weeks back and finally got to try it. Their menu list was quite limited but this was the thing I liked. I..."
Yos William
"The food was delicious, service was good but slow, and the decor was cute. Had sashimi, gyōza and..."
Liz L
"Stopped for lunch. I can highly recommend the chicken katsu curry. Fresh, tasty and so good and warming in this cold winter!! Highly..."
George Forgan-Smith
"it’s a cute little Japanese restaurant sitting in the alley. serving was pretty..."
Lee Yu Xuan
"Very nice matcha cheese cake and yuzu lime bitter!!! Super highly recommend to come here!!! The cake is rich and creamy without overwhelming!!! Super..."
Thew Guat Hoon
Akachochin
82/100 (2330 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Japanese
Asian
Sushi
Japanese
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
After-hours
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Prawns
Udon & Soba (Wheat & Buckwheat Noodle)
Tempura
Croquettes
Beef
Lamb
Fish
Sashimi
Salad
Pork
Crab
Udon
Tuna
Salmon
Fish Soup
Sit down
Japanese
Asian
Sushi
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Seating
Accepts American Express
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Dog Friendly
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Dinner
After-hours
Lunch
Drinks
Mid-range
"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
Wagyu One
81/100 (1843 ratings)
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Accepts Credit Cards
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Mid-range
"We went on a Sunday for my wife's birthday for the first time and everything was absolutely fantastic! We had a private room, the staff were all..."
James Mcduff
"I booked a table For two on Zomato. I have received the confirm text but when we got to the restaurant they didn’t find out booking. Fortunately a..."
Irene Pison
"This place is beyond 5, personally for my experience it’s 10/5. The staff are so polite with beautiful manners, easy to approach and the food are..."
Youi Michael
"For reservation system: I booked it on Zomato, was very fast and convenient. When I arrived at there, been looked after well by staff, I like it. For..."
Jing Lin
"I love coming here for lunch with my work colleagues. The food is delicious and the service is terrific. The best meal on the menu is the Yakiniku..."
Leanne Marshall
"Very friendly staff. Had a spicy wagyu dish which was extremely tasty. Will definitely go back when next in..."
Martin Burley
"We have been there three times. And we were always pleased by their food and service. I especially recommend the lunch menu, which is a..."
Jane Wancheng Tsai
"Great place, great food, great staff, highly recommended to all. We will be back..."
Joe Ibrahim
"How can you go wrong with Japanese food, especially when done right!!! Great restaurant and very friendly staff. Love the..."
Stacy Shepherd
"Coming to wagyu one was definitely one the highlight of my trip to Melbourne. Staff fantastic and food..."
Mark Hayden
"we came here just before restrictions and enjoyed the all you can eat menu. The wagyu quality is quite good but some of the dishes are sooo big( make..."
Vivian
"I like this restaurant so much that monthly visits never get me tired. They serve the Wagyu barbecue buffet with $58/person and extra sashimi with..."
Kelvin Yuanhao Li
"Staff were friendly - wish we had known how amazing the garlic butter wagyu was. its a must..."
Wearekimleaf
"Premium, delicious meats that reflect its price. The more expensive slices may not be for everybody as their flavour is delicately balanced and..."
Eric Lau
"$58 all you can korean BBQ.Booth seating and nice interior. The place is quite stuffy as there is no ventilation but the seats are..."
Cookielessvee
"I came here 2 consecutive months the 1st month I came with my colleagues, it was very smokey even though the situation was like that the staff were..."
Tara Kan
"It was just a coincidence to find this Japanese restaurant when walking down the burke street. Sort of invisible in lunch time that was not very..."
Daniel Wang
"For the price point, this place is more than decent for when you want to indulge in a wagyu feast. For 90 minutes you can order as many dishes as you..."
Hello. Imnikki
"As massive wagyu fans, my boyfriend and I were super keen to visit Wagyu One for some Japanese barbeque. We'd heard so much about some fantastic..."
Jen Eats Away
"Went there for all you can eat Wagyu buffet with family and the experience was great. Service is friendly and helpful. Mum was sick that night and..."
Billy Soe
"Went for the buffet and really went all out. I ate so much that the next day I had stomach issues from overeating lol. The service here is good and..."
Tommylicious
"My one ans only favourite Japanese bbq in melb!You have the option select buffet or menu only.Both ways are fine! The sauces and meat are..."
FoodiePete
"Dropped by late one night and was surprised by the affordable price and generous servings in this roast beef rice bowl. Apple vinegar sauce..."
Claire Yuen
"The place I heard so many times for wagyu. I am the wagyu lover for both Japan and Australia. This is like a buffet, two choice for $88 or $58. We..."
FoodLoverQueenM
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Mingjun Ma
"I got the $168 set for 2 people instead of all you can eat. Got some entrees and extra meat. Portion size is a bit small. But quality was amazing...."
Strawberryannie
"As the name suggests, Wagyu One offers a range of premium Wagyu cuts for Japanese barbecue. We ordered a few cuts to sample, ox tongue, sashimi,..."
Eat Good Melbourne
"Been here many times. Really extensive and interesting menu. Wagyu here are good quality but it’s more expensive than I thought.. The customer..."
Humble Anna
"If you looking to have a quick dinner then I recommend you Wagyu One will be best for you. I been their many times and their food was always..."
Oliver Carberry
"If you are a meat eater, this Japanese bbq is one of the best to go. You could choose the a la carte or buffet menu. High quality wagyu. Perfect for..."
Priscillia
"Worth the price, amazing food quality and amazing service, great place for birthdays or anniversary, japanese all you can eat bbq what more can you..."
Andy
"I went here tonight with a early booking for 2 people. Very nice inside and we were quickly seated and everything was explained to us as it was our..."
Jack Lawrence
"Wagyu One Dinner CompleteVery fancy Japanese bbq place, the staff were very professional and provided very good service. Usually, at normal..."
Kathy Chen
"Food: amazing amazing amazing! Let’s just add another amazing for effect.. meats are so tender so scrumptious soooooo delicious! U must try the..."
QB
"Been to this place for several times. They offer really affordable menu and some of the drinks are special like Matcha beer.. Wagyu here are not..."
5ilverr
"Service: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Taste: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Ambiance: ⭐️⭐️⭐️Value: ⭐️⭐️⭐️Almost..."
Daniel
"Awesome wagyu beef and rice dish! I had the wagyu roast beef on rice lunch deal. It comes with a side of miso soup and your choice of drinks. Good..."
Sienna Sayers
"Food: $85pp buffet option I had a really enjoyable experience at Wagyu One. The quality of their cut of meats is superb. If you are wanting..."
Melbourne Eatery
"My partner and I opted for the $85 All You Can Eat option and we absolutely loved it!Great quality beef, and so many options to choose from..."
Nom Monster
"We were recommended by a few friends that this Wagyu place is serving good portion of beef of good quality. Then we tried this Sunday lunch with $55..."
Happytalent.66
"More options if you dine in with the all you can eat menu, limited options for take away. Great option if you love your meat and hungry with big..."
~Happy Neko~
"A nice Japanese BBQ restaurant. we are choosing the BBQ buffet for dinner. the meat is very fresh and the sauce has a strong flavor. There are plenty..."
William Steele
"There are plenty of beef dishes you can choose. Wagyu dish is one of the dishes you must try. The wagyu beef with vegetables and miso soup is a great..."
Taylah Coventry
"There are plenty of beef dishes you can choose. Wagyu dish is one of the dishes you must try. I have tried Wagyu one beef, Wagyu beef Don and crispy..."
Eliza Cade
"Very good! Great portions, excellent flavor, and friendly accommodating wait staff.  There are plenty of beef dishes you can choose. Wagyu dish is..."
Gabriel Schulz
"This place might not be cheap at a glance however I reckon this is one of the very few bbq buffet places that actually worth the money. The basic..."
Don Djoe
"Craving for Japanese BBQ after class with friend 💗feeling satisfied overall! We had the $55 all you can eat. I like the portion of each dish,..."
Jace Fong
"My friend and I celebrated my birthday here. We pre booked and got a lovely large booth. Some of the reviews here say that the service is ‘slow’..."
HUNG DO
"Good value for money, we chose the $80 all you can eat, lots of choices. Worth a try if you like Japanese bbq! Favourites were: beef tataki, miso..."
Vy Nguyen
"Food:We chose the all you can eat $85 menu.There is a 2 hr limit and you can order for the next 1.5 hrs. In the last 30mins they will let..."
EP
"I have been for several times. There are plenty of beef dishes you can choose. Wagyu dish is one of the dishes you must try. I have tried Wagyu one..."
Jessie Foodie
"I'm impressed by the quality of their wagyu here. It's really really yummy and the restaurant doesn't smell smoky once the bbq starts. But the..."
Hungry Big Potato Bear
"food 4/5service 3/5environment 3/5A nice Japanese BBQ restaurant. we are choosing the BBQ buffet for dinner. the meat is very..."
Paul In OZ
"Food is good, especially the beef and ice cream, my friend and I have many things to choose. But one of the female workers is rude and..."
Shea
"Beat all you can eat place for any meat eater. I LOVE wagyu beef, and for 88 bucks all you can eat, this is a steal. Feasted on bulk beef tongue and..."
Facebook User
"On 26th September 2018. My boyfriend took me to Wagyu One to celebrate my 30th birthday one day earlier. Pei was one of the workers who helped us..."
Linda
"A good-to-try if you are a fan of either wagyu or buffet, and a must-go if both are ur favorites. The taste of the food is as amazing as the service..."
Yuan.Kang
"Not a bad place! Their known for their wagyu (hence the name) and of course we had to try their wagyu. We had the sukiyaki as well as shabu..."
Carissa Lee
"Love love love. Would score 4.5/5!Boyfriend took me here for our anniversary dinner and i must say it was an excellent choice!Good quality..."
Tran
"While Wagyu One do have an a-la-carte menu, for best value and an immensely enjoyable experience, go with the $55 all you can eat option.You're..."
Flying Forward
"We had a private room last night. Food was really good and staff very friendly and helpful. Great Japanese experience and our 8 year old loved..."
ADI
"To begin with, the staff were a bit slow on service with getting menus and drinks to the table, we had to call them over numerous times. This was,..."
Paul D
"Awesome wagyu beef and rice dish! I had the wagyu roast beef on rice lunch deal. It comes with a side of miso soup and your choice of drinks (beer,..."
Pandy
"Tried the 85$ buffet, really excellent service,the food comes fast and all dishes taste good. I think wagyu one buffet is the best in..."
Chaoyi Han
"Last night I went to wagyu one to celebrate my friend’s graduation. The service here is amazing , they are responsive and quick. We ordered the $55..."
Owen
"I have tried wagyu sukiyaki, shabushabu and all you can eat BBQ here. Especially sukiyaki is my fav, good quality of wagyu meat and price is..."
Melrissa
"We had a good time dining here. My friend who lives in Japan for a long time recommended this restaurant, and we felt very satisfied with the food..."
ZzzPpl
"Wagyu One, a restaurant strategically located in the CBD, right on Bourke Street. Being famous of their all-you-can-eat buffet, Wagyu One does stand..."
HANNAH
"The wagyu katsu here was amazing! I couldn't find anywhere else in Melbourne that did it, so when I saw the menu displayed on their window, I went..."
Crooked Rain
"Tried their AYCE for dinner for the first time and it was really good! Who can say no to AYCE wagyu?! Right?! Service was great. All staff were..."
ESTHERYO
"Came in lunch time to tried their lunch menu. Grilled eel with rice- very good tender fish and its grilled and smothered with the sauce. It’s..."
Christinana
"Excellent quality of wagyu beef and have a large variety of selection! Good staff service as well! Love it!!! Will visit it again..."
Esme_X
"This restaurant is one of my top favourite places to go eat in Melbourne not only price is fair but food quality is pretty good. I took the folks..."
Ayapom
"Ee had the 85 dollars all you can eat. The meat was so tender. Nothing beats the smell and taste of grilled meat in the winter. Don,t forget the red..."
AshGav
"Great service! Great food! Price is pretty good as well for the quality of food. would definitely visit again. the wagyu with rice were probably the..."
Dr Lin
"Amazing restaurant. Freshest selection of meats and great quality. Such a nice atmosphere and well worth the visit. Would highly recommend to family..."
Nik Aliff Nik Mazlan
"Nice, high quality meat in a classic environment. Cook the higher marbles meats rarer and they melt in your mouth. A nice selection of sakes, umeshu..."
Verdan Koro
"One of great Japanese BBQ places in the city. I like how every cut is served to the highest standards, and not forget to mention the dessert tasted..."
David Shi
"Meat quality was good, portion was good for the price but honestly I’ve had better..."
Moza k
"Good service. Affordable and all you can eat. I would normally pay about $500-$600 anywhere else I go to eat. But this place has a nice atmosphere..."
Yunus Yurtsever
"Rate this place! ambience is good and food is always good.. definitely recommend you try it..."
Kenny
Sake Restaurant & Bar
81/100 (1447 ratings)
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Sit down
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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
Yamato
81/100 (1141 ratings)
Restaurants
Japanese
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Sushi
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
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Hot Pot
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Bento (Lunch Box)
"What a wonderful place this is. In the heart of Chinatown and up a laneway is this great japanese restuarant.I've been here a couple of..."
Timinmelbourne
"Yamato is like a hidden gem in China town. Perfect place for a couple or small group drinking! (But not for loud rowdy group though). So 5* for the..."
Live2Eat
"Cosy little restaurant tucked in Corrs Lane in Chinatown, you would miss it if you weren't looking for it. The ambience seems very authentic..."
Kylie
"Yamato is my favorite Japanese restaurant in Melbourne. Lovely cosy atmosphere and carefully prepared authentic food. Moderate price range, but..."
Alessia ✿
"Really cute and tiny restaurant in China town. Beautiful sushi, tempura and gyoza! The Japanese curry was a bit bland but otherwise great selection...."
Eater123
"The salmon steak and the sauce it came with was delicious and perfectly cooked! 5/5Hotpot was okay, thought the beef could've been..."
Melissa
"Firts of all — BIG LOVE for the ambience. It’s such a small but pretty restaurant, makes you feel that you’re actually at Japan, not Melbourne...."
Monka
"Yamato is one of the few places that has hyped me up for my first trip to japan. Location is very Melbournian in that it is tucked in the end of..."
Jasmine
"This is place is small, cute and tucked away at the end of the lane which makes it more exciting. It's a very cosy atmosphere - exactly the kind of..."
Fatcat
"4.5This was exactly like stepping into an izakaya in Japan, complete with waitresses that could barely speak English. We started with crab n..."
Gee
"The food here was quite good, I got the takoyaki which was made so well, the kimichi which really hit the spot, not to mention that the vegetarian..."
Alicia Martinez
"Came here with a friend and we had a feast.  We ordered a variety of things, the standouts being the okonomiyaki and marinated eggplant.  The..."
Simmyeats.Melb
"A+ for authenticity. I really felt like I was back in Japan. It’s a disarmingly simple looking restaurant in a narrow alleyway serving very good..."
Homer
"Yes Yes Yes! Yamato has it all. The food is delicious. The small dishes are perfect for sharing and at their price, you can share many. The larger..."
Andrew Shelton
"Such a great little Japanese place tucked away out of sight. Worth the time to find it. Always packed, with a couple of tables at the back you need..."
Descartesmuse
"Ambience - tiny, tucked in a quiet lane, gives off an authentic Japanese escape you wouldn't even know you're only metres from the hustle and bustle..."
Fae Brigino
"Service is quick. We ordered some sushi and ramen and they came out pretty quick. Food is good and the price is reasonable. We definitely will come..."
Jona Pasha
"My favourite hidden gem of Melbourne. Took my boyfriend here as he was sceptical of Japanese cuisine having only ever tried sushi sushi... needless..."
Jess M.
"I’ve been meaning to visit this place for ages. Its a nice cozy little place that reminds me of my time in Japan. Service was fast and the food we..."
John Wall
"A hidden gem! So so good and well priced. Sushi and sashimi is always perfect. Quick service in a tiny back alley restaurant, has a very..."
Henry Catts
"Charming little Izakaya restaurant hidden away in Corrs lane.  Decent traditional Japanese food at without the hipster-non-Japanese-opened..."
Tedlangtons
"Really good spot for a quiet sushi lunch. Small dining room and decent prices given the fish quality. Haven't been here for dinner but not sure I..."
Jeremy K
"Sooo authentic! Delicious food and warm, traditional izakaya feel! Just like being back over there again. Hardest part is having to decide from so..."
Tim Jones
"Great little spot, food and service were excellent! Sushi and sashimi combo and spiced salmon role was highlight. Also great to bring your own wine..."
Geoff McInnis
"Very authentic Japanese food, melt in the mouth sashimi! The spring rolls are the best I've ever had! Would recommend this restaurant as it is also..."
Anna Coppola
"Ordered the Sukiyaki hot pot and it was the bomb when you come in during winter time. Such a warming meal to enjoy with your friends or family. We..."
Jundi Vitri Mulia
"It’s been a while since my last visit here, and I was so excited to get back again; this is exactly the type of place I look for when I’m..."
Jess Carey
"Nice homy japanese fare here for a reasonable price. Tried the sukiyaki bowl and tempura and both were solid. Really enjoyed the atmosphere here and..."
Edgar Darmawan
"Very cute hidden away little restaurant! The atmosphere inside is very nice and warm. Staff are friendly and the food is decently priced and tastes..."
Paulina
"Tucked away in a suspicious looking alley way. Dare to walk in to a cozy yet authentic place. Try everything I've had all vegetarian and seafood..."
Dina Kerr
"Been here on multiple occasions and ordered different things - today we ordered the first banquet menu - with crab gyoza, cucumber salad (which was..."
Annie Zhou
"love their interior japanese design, feels very homey and comfy with selections of foods that remind me of home cooked meals. sushi rolls are good...."
Forknifespoon
"Second night in Melbourne on this trip and this is the second Japanese restaurant. Obviously that's the theme. A tad hard to find but well worth..."
Eating Out Perth
"This is my favourite Japanese restaurant in the CBD- small, intimate and cosy setting, always friendly service and the food never disappoints...."
Lisa Payne
"Yamato is a Japanese restaurant tucked away in the quieter side of China town in a laneway pass the popular Shanghai Dumplings restaurant. There are..."
Ta.be.tabi
"This little place doesn't have the best location but is great value! The food was tasty, especially for what we paid and the portions were generous...."
Stephanie Dellios
"Yamato is a Melbourne institution & never disappoints. Has a comprehensive traditional Japanese menu, with a good sake selection & is very reasonably..."
Kate Dunn
"Rememver to take cash with you, cause the minimum card eftpos is $25. Just because of the minimum and I have no cash on me, I have to order two sides..."
FoodieCCC
"Tucked away in an alley is Yamoto - a little slice of Japan in Melbourne. It's small and cosy, with lovely staff and yummy Japanese food. Will always..."
Ritu Makhija
"Pretty traditional Japanese beer spot and serve lots of typical Japanese snacks! The price was quite reasonable and we ordered one Japanese hot pot..."
Neal Lin
"Husband & I went there on a Tuesday night. Few people in there. Pretty small restaurant but cosy. The two Japanese waitresses were really nice and..."
Molly_chick
"This is a very genuine Japanese restaurant with a warm atmosphere and lovely food at a very reasonable price. We enjoyed the miso soup, gyoza,..."
Natasha
"Yamato's restaurant facade seems inconspicuous. It's walls and sign looked worn down and a bit neglected. All the more, it made me curious...."
Janel
"Simply nice Japanese food in a great little place in China town. Tried a few main dishes (pork belly, sea food and salmon steak); great taste and..."
Food Lover
"The ramen was really nice, the pork soup was rich with the seafood mixture, definitely worth a try! However the rice was so disappointing, the sushi..."
Michfish
"Traditional Japanese at its best. Love the cozy seating and the local Tokyo downtown touch to the way this casual joint is made. Tempura is just..."
Mommyinmelbourne
"The one in little china town I think it's Corrs lane, is fab... tiny but loads of atmosphere with tiny bespoke furniture and loads of Japanese..."
Melbourne Foodie
"We had dinner at Yamato on Friday.It is indeed a super tiny place that makes you feel you're holidaying in Japan. Luckily, we arrived just..."
Liv'
" Yamato is a very Japanese place. Papers and posters are plastered everywhere in the typical busy Japanese fashion. It was small and quiet and warm...."
Vivi S
"Everything was yum and fresh, service was fantastic considering that in this weather all I would want to do is swat at people who constantly ask..."
Never Too Full
"Yamato is located in the deep end of Corrs Lane, the restaurant is cosy and busy. It must have gained its popularity through number of years in the..."
Nikki NurikkoVisits
"The food reminded me of Ootoya in Singapore, however, of slightly inferior quality and taste. It was a normal homemade Japanese fare in a cosy..."
Lydiapebbles
"Bad day?. Yamato has been my favourite casual restaurant in Melbourne for 3 years now. I eat there maybe every couple of months, and usually come..."
Eva
"The food is alright,can be better,keep it up..."
Melisa
"Magical. Honest and scrumptious food with a touch of elegance. Get the golden flake sake. Fell in love at this place and will always have a soft spot..."
IGBY
"Excellent.. Godly. That's all you need to..."
Jimmy Jenkins
"Nice little eatery. Pretty cute place. Small but I liked the seating arrangement and how I was a little confused by the outside. It’s just a door..."
CXI
"Authentic foods with authentic settings! Tried to visit this place about a year or two ago but was closed. This time, came across this place again..."
Yos William
"This secret Japanese restaurant is a must! Brilliantly cooked food and heaps of perfect Japanese drinks. The sushi roll was very nice. Price is..."
Manatsawee LIMPRAPUWIWATTANA
"Such a homey, authentic and atmospheric restaurant and truly feels like you're back in a family restaurant in Japan. One of Melbourne's hidden gems..."
O L
"I straight up blew away so much money here recently. Cosy, Authentic Japanese Izakaya hidden in an alleyway. Doesn't really promote themselves but..."
MelbFoodieMark
"What a wonderful place this is. In the heart of Chinatown and up a laneway is this great japanese restuarant. I've been here a couple of times and..."
Timinmelbourne
"Tight cozy Japanese restaurant hidden off in Chinatown area. Tasty food with good portion sizes. Not great for a big group. Ideal for couples or 3-4..."
Frank T
"Very cosy Japanese restaurant, gotta take off your shoes to sit in a Japanese style chair and table. We had standard Japanese dishes like sashimi and..."
Jankin Zhi Cheng Ho
"This is probably the cutest and most authentically Japanese restaurants I’ve been to in Melbourne. It’s a hidden gem tucked away in Chinatown..."
Quincy Malesovas
The Atlantic Restaurant
81/100 (2069 ratings)
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"We absolutely loved our stay here! Everything was seamless from check in to car parking, from the location to services provided at this location. The..."
D Sh
"Our best weekend away in years. Beautiful rooms and excellent attentive staff everywhere you go. Paying the extra for access to the Crystal Club was..."
Andrew Cameron
"The hotel is very comfortable. The bedding, lounger, housekeeping. Guest service. The use of ipad for services. The facilities and staff all lovely...."
Kaz Azza
"10 stars. Absolutely beautiful team who were ever so cooperative. Studio room had a fantastic view. We had a beautiful French champagne for our 27th..."
karen crazy cat lady Petroski
"Love the signature tourism spot of Crown Melbourne also great place to eat and shopping for the locals too and offcourse the casino as well. Love..."
Saif Islam
"Great as always. Below scores are out of 10 Customer Service 10 Food Quality 8 Atmosphere 9 Presentation 10 Products 10 Wifi ..."
A Otago
"The biggest casino in Australia, you can play any game you come into mind. So many good restaurants and luxury shops in the buildings. There are fire..."
Kassel Liu
Miyako Japanese Cuisine & Teppanyaki
80/100 (2188 ratings)
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"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