The finest meal I have ever had in Australia. If you enjoy this kind of food, get on a plane and stay in one of the most gorgeous, pristine nooks in all of Australia. When you combine an educated palate with a love of the beach and ocean culture of this amazing little town (and throw in some great shopping, surfing, or at least surfERS), there are few places in the world I would recommend higher than than Noosa, and this must be its best restaurant. I went to Dinner by Heston Blumenthal (I am a destination diner) and I bet the dishwashers at Wasabi eat better than the guests at Dinner. Absolutely amazing. I think my eyes were closed half of the time- the flavor combinations were just genius. If Einstein had a restaurant, this would be it.
Lovely quiet & intimate restaurant. Book early to sit close to the water! The staff happily space your courses out & there’s no later sitting which allows you to enjoy your meal.
We had the 9 course which was absolutely fabulous. Nice space between the courses which provided a relaxed night. We also had the matching drinks- wouldn’t recommend the matching drinks if you’re not a huge fan of sake (which I’m not).
9 course menu is very wide and offers some beautiful seafood & interesting flavours.
Big price tag but worth it for a special occasion & a lovely evening. Disappointing having to pay an extra $27 each for the beef- beef was divine but very expensive for 50g each.
We booked Wasabi based on a recommendation from a friend. I was shocked to see this restaurant only have a 3.7/5 review! Majority of the bad reviews are based around not being family friendly or too expensive - but they clearly say on their website food can't be altered for kids (no kids menu), and, you don't go to a place like this to be cost effective! So I still had high hopes for our experience...
It did not disappoint!! We ordered the 7 course degustation which started out with about 4 tasters which were divine! The food is beautifully presented, and fresh produce treated with care (that they grow or source locally). We were full by the end of it, and finished off with a lovely selection of tea.
What adds to this restaurant is their location, and if you can, ask for a window seat!
We will be back!
nice experience, a menu very carefully put together. a little disappointing that you need to pay so much extra for beef. each dish was amazing. not suitable for children.
Wow! did the 4 course menu (adding oysters... always add oysters) and it was so delightful. The courses were beautifully presented and prepared, with such creative and interesting flavour combinations. the service was thoughtful and helpful without being intrusive. We also enjoyed some lovely wines recommended by the sommelier. Every detail was attended to, from the art on the walls, the tatami seating to the beautiful cutlery and plates. would recommend - and hope to visit again!
Had the omekase menu and enjoyed the experience! Beautifully presented food, complex flavors, innovative, good balance, attention to detail with different textures, using incredible ingredients and fresh produce. The service was good, waiter and waitresses were very attentive. Loved the whole experience! See pictures below
Not even going to bother looking for points to take away from wasabi. It was brilliant. Absolutely brilliant. Enjoyed a 9 course dego with my wife while sitting at a lovely window table. The waiter was efficient and knowledgeable and made the night a beautiful ballet of eating and entertainment. Favourite dishes were the heirloom carrot dish and the kingfish sashimi. Each dish was delicate and balanced perfectly with just the right amount of umami for each piece of food. It's expensive, but get there!
You cannot fault this amazing tastebud sensation of a restaurant
Ambience stays true to the culture of Japan with the added bonus of a stunning Noosa sunset over the river
Every mouthful is an explosion of flavour yet delicate and petite
Elegantly presented and masterminded in creation
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It was a last minute decision to take the plunge and dine like royalty. We booked on Thursday morning for Friday lunch. I asked for a table with a view, and I think if you are looking for a view, go for lunch and not dinner. The weather plays a big part in the whole experience. We were sitting right at the edge where we were able to open the louvres and allow the breeze to come through. It was almost surreal. The restaurant itself was very well decorated and fitted out. It even comes with the traditional floor setting which would be a great experience. The choice of music was a little odd. Jazz music all afternoon. I was imagining traditional Japanese music and would believe that it would be more appropriate.
The food, I am not sure how to write a review without carrying on forever. We selected the 7 course omakase. I am not going to go through every course. But will highlight the particularly memorable ones.
The spanner crab tempura, was a standout. The batter was bubbly and light, the custard, was very difficult not to mop up every drop. The dish incorporating the onigiri and duck broth, was just amazing. The broth was so rich, but clear and somehow refreshing. The dessert, was unexpectedly fabulous!
The service is impeccable. All the table service staff very knowledgeable and explained every dish. Whether or not they really knew what they were talking about, I don't quite care. It isn't easy to remember all of the components of the dishes, not to mention explain it to the diners.
If you are not going to think of how much it costs, and how expensive every mouthful is going to be. It will be a very enjoyable experience. It isn't just about the food, but the whole experience itself. This is definitely a restaurant that also feeds the eyes. Every dish is painstakingly beautifully prepared.
If it is a special occasion or a treat for someone special, by all means make a reservation. But if you are going to keep thinking of how much it costs, perhaps don't bother as it will spoil the whole experience.
By the way, 7 courses was sufficient to feed us both. Both my partner and I have very healthy appetites.
This place is amazing. Texture taste balance and totally satisfying. Great wine list fantastic staff. Not cheap but worth every cent as a sensory experience. We will be back
Could not fault the setting , food or service . It was a nice change to have professional and attentive service throughout the evening . The food was fresh innovative and interesting . It is on the high end price wise but one does not think twice when you receive what you pay for . Very enjoyable and we will be back .
Eat Play Love Travel
+4.5
Wasabi offers a sophisticated Japanese-style dining experience, has jaw-dropping water views of its own and a slew of awards to its name, including Regional Restaurant of the Year in the 2015 Good Food Guide.
Using their own farm-grown authentic Japanese produce, along with local seafood and regional ingredients, the menu is fresh, delicate and refined, but expect to fork out some cash for this one.
Came here on a wet evening so unfortunately no nice view out the window. Well priced 9 course menu which we enjoyed. I personally loved the prawn and rice dish. Unfortunately there was no Caviar available as we really wanted to try. Compared to Melbourne this place was nice but the service was lacking slightly. I would come back for a special occasion but not the best meal I have ever had.
Wonderfully creative, without being showy or try-hard, Wasabi's menu caters both for the conservative and the adventurous palate. The delicious dishes are offset by a good choice of sakes and plum liqueurs too
Incredible japanese dining experiemce that has a good mix of traditional and slightly more modern dishes. The sashimi and nigiri is some of the beat i have ever had and a great way to start. The mains were beautiful and full of rich interesting flavours. If visiting Noosa Wasabi has to be visited!
This is an absolute standout and a must do when you're in Noosa. It's a small venue with lots of little zones giving an intimate feel. The decor is modern and complements the magnificent view of the river while still feeling like a Japanese restaurant. If you've not been before, you should...
Overall, we found the dishes to be fresh, delicate and refined. The quality of ingredients were allowed to shine with simple and well thought out compliments and cooking techniques. My favourite courses of the evening include the spanner crab, wagyu beef and chocolate dessert. The broth course was notable for being too salty. Service was great and whilst this was a memorable fine dining experience, I wouldn't say the food was necessarily tastier than some other less expensive restaurants in town.
Thee best restaurant in Noosa. Hands down. That's all I have to say but I still have 85 letters to use up to meet the 140 letter minimum requirement!
Wasabi in Noosa is serving authentic Japanese food primarily using produce sourced from the local area. This is a concept for many restaurants in Japan where their cuisines are based on only locally sourced ingredients. Wasabi has its own farm at Honeysuckle Hill where they grow Japanese vegetables and herbs that are difficult to come by, and make use of the daily seafood catch from the local fishing boats. They aim to provide a regional, seasonal dining experience with a sense of place.
Tasty dinner from the a la carte menu. Oysters to start - 4 of each (natural with lime, tempura and dashi gelee) were fresh and a nice taster. Entrees and mains also nice. Reasonably expensive across both drinks and food, so value for money borderline.
The food was fresh and very tasty. We had the Wakeru menu and a must is the Hozuki dessert, delicious. But, if there is such a thing as over - servicing, we found it here. The constant changing of our plates with each course was unnecessary and the ever - presence of staff at our table was a tad disconcerting. I don't normally pay much attention to the music, however, some Japanese tunes over the Jazz would've been preferable. In any case, a really lovely dining experience and perfect for a date.
Truly the best Japanese I have ever had. I would keep flying up here to eat here. Amazing flavors and the inside out Californian rolls are to die for
Very unpretentious for a restaurant that carries so many accolades. Most of the staff are very friendly. Degustation is top notch. Choose the sliced wagyu option for the main.
All negative reviews on Wasabi seem to be about price/value for money, $600 for 4 of us including lots of alcohol for 3 hours on a Sunday night is a bargain guys. This is Australia, restaurants like this are not cheap to run.
Always a memorable experience. The views out to the Noosa River and the interior decor are fab. The food deserves all of the accolades that this place has received in the press - fantastic ingredients very well prepared. Wait staff are attentive and pleasant. (We had the Wakeru 7 course degustation).
Went again last night after a fairly unsuccessful visit last sept. On last trip we had the 9 course degustation meal recommend by ( I think ) the age. Not a good reccomendation for us. Last night we spent more time reviewing the menu & the food was outstanding. Excellent service & a great sommelier who knew his stuff.
Expensive but worth it. ( around $170 / head ) without going overboard.
Would thoroughly reccomend this restaurant to the "adequately heeled"
Peter Hugall. Perth. WA.
Absolutely perfect. The 7 course chef's selection with matched wines and sake. Amazing. Every single dish was delicate and perfectly balanced and complimented by the drink served with it. The service was impeccable, the staff are so knowledgable and happy to share this in a really down to earth way. One of the best restaurant experiences I have ever had. Highly recommend!!
Beautiful and elegant food with flawless service. Some reviewers don't seem to understand the skill and quality of ingredients required to produce what is put before them. Good quality seafood served raw is expensive and requires years of training! The menu items we chose were delivered in a fantastic sequence, and was thoroughly enjoyed.
Yes it's expensive, but absolutely worth it!
The best Japanese restaurant in Queensland. Finally had the time to try this well-known Japanese restaurant. No wonder it is the best regional restaurant in Queensland. Nice sunset romantic view for you to dine in and enjoy the food not only on the taste but also visually satisfied.
I tried the Oshinagaki and ordered the entree of Hotate and Sashimi Moriawase. Harvey Bay scallop would not let me down being prepared by the highly skilled chef in this restaurant. Sashimi presented with very good quality proteins. Our mains were Aburi Wagyu and Spatchcock Terriyaki, Wagyu with score 7+ done perfectly med rare and stuffed spatchcock was juicy with crispy skin. I have to mention about the dessert that I had which was the Ichigo. The fresh Eumundi strawberries did give me an unforgetable feeling at the end of this dinner.
(One extra bonus offered by Wasabi is that the water served was all filtered by 'Bincho-tan', which is the best and healthy idea.)
Food, staff and atmosphere are great, staff took a genuine interest at making sure it was a special night for all. We'll come back and looking forward to it :) I'm going to point out one thing! In japan it's considered impolite to point resting chopsticks at your company, chopsticks should be in front of the plate resting across the table! I know that's a little OCD of me but this is a high quality Japanese restaurant.
Honeymoon bliss. We were fortunate enough to receive a voucher for Wasabi as one of our wedding gifts and visited the restaurant whilst on our honeymoon in Noosa. From the location to the ambiance to the INCREDIBLE food and wonderful service everything about the experience was amazing. This restaurant is a MUST for Japanese food lovers - I cannot sing its praises enough, and we will definitely be revisiting this restaurant again on the future.
The food in this place actually takes you somewhere new and is EXCITING!! ... I thoroughly recommend it ... Thank you for such a good night
Amazing - 9 course degustation...worth every $. Great service as well. Had high expectations and it did not disappoint.
Best Japanese I have ever had. I loved the way they kept our water glasses full with fresh filtered (white charcoal) water. The ingredients, presentation, service, taste etc etc were top quality. It should be regarded as one of Australia's best.
TASTE SENSATION. I have followed Wasabi since it was in Coolum. Read reviews and really wanted to visit. Finally got my chance. Took my partner. Kept telling her to be adventurous. She did .
We selected the 7-Course menu and let the chef choose want we got. We also allowed the wait staff to recommend wines to have.
This was an amazing journey. Our waiter was part of that journey. It was his intimate knowledge of each dish and his animated description of each course that was and equal partner in our experience.
We are already planning our next visit. Excellent
An excellent restaurant offering a superb menu in a brilliant setting. Very knowledgeable and friendly staff. Our special occasion required a special setting without compromise. Wasabi delivered. As seen by the high proportion of favourable reviews, it is excellent. You can't get this level of quality, service and locale 'cheaply'. Memories are enhanced when a restaurant of this quality is chosen. Thanks Wasabi.
We chose the 7 course chef suggestions menu. Every course was beautiful and unique. We loved the description of each course given by the friendly and extremely knowledgable wait staff. A memorable experience.
What an amazing place! It was an absolute experience not just a restaurant. The staff are so knowledgeable and friendly as well as having impeccable service skills, and the food is exciting, tasty and fresh. Worth every penny for a really special night.
Simply excellent .... Took my wife there on our first date must have made an impression married 11 months later.. Food is a high standard as is the service
Wonderful. We had the most wonderful night here. There was 12 of us for dinner the waiter was the best. He explained every course & every wine. This restaurant should have beaten Esquire it is far better food & wine & service. Would most definitely go back here. 10/ 10
Perfect.. This was is a really special dining experience, everything has a spectacular attention to detail and each dish was a tiny culinary adventure. My favorite was the hiramasa kingfish with toasted sesame seeds, ginger crisps and ponzu which was eye-closingly beautiful. The range of Sake is exciting and the staff were super slick and professional. I recommend doing the 6pm seating as you get to watch the long blush of the Noosa river sunset while you eat which adds to the experience making it a most romantic and classic evening.
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Wonderful, Waterfront, Wasabi .... The entrance to this quiet and unassuming restaurant is narrow, wood panelled and deceptive. To the right, a traditional Japanese dining room with people cross legged on the floor makes me swallow hard, luckily it’s an option [for next time perhaps?] when I am better dressed for it.
I say deceptive because once around the corner, things open up into a most lovely, spacious yet intimate dining room, with the best row of two-seater tables, reserved along the absolute water frontage of the river. This runs along the back of the restaurant, where our table awaits us, under some amazing light ‘chandeliers,’ and some handsome ducks floating about in the glowing pale blue lights, preening themselves lazily...
Hats off to you Chef Hajime Horiguchi and your team! Seasonal, traditional and some of the best flavours of 2012. Your selection and combinations can only be described as mouth watering and a taste sensation, bordering on sublime... especially the mixed plates of ‘bites’ to share, and the ice creams!
I am not a fan of sea food, yet despite the almost complete seafood menu, I found more than enough to keep me happy and full without any disappointment, or extra cost... I’m not surprised you have one more awards, congratulations!
If you like time to read the menu and don’t want to be processed, Wasabi is for you... if you like to get a plate at a time and share – enjoying all the flavours that are on offer – Wasabi is for you. If you like subtle lighting and ambiance, then Wasabi is for you. Happy New Year, will certainly come back and visit you in 2013.
First class experience. The service was exceptional, the food sensational. Only downside was there was no air conditioning on and it was a really hot day.
Obsessed!. I had never had Japanese food before (besides Sushi) but since dining at Wasabi I have become obsessed, the staff were wonderful, explaining to me where the food came from, how it was prepared & recommended which order to eat the dishes. The food was gorgeous, fresh & delicious! The decor is simple but beautiful, the view looking out over the Noosa river is breath taking while watching the sun set. I highly recommend Wasabi for anyone who isn't familiar with Japanese food & wanting to try it or anyone looking for a fabulous fine dining experience.
Wonderful food! We love Japanese food and have spent many holidays eating our way across japan. The sashimi at wasabi was up there with the best!
The place is wonderful and very attentive. We had the tasting plate and it was wonderfully delicious!! Our waiter, John, was incredibly knowledgeable, very personable and made a great Hendricks with cucumber :-) If you're in Noosa and enjoy the finer things in life, pop along to Wasabi and ask for John. You will be very happy, as we were.
Incredible restaurant. Excellent flavors-every dish had a special element. Worked our way through the small dishes menu, in the recommended order Tuna with roe was the most memorable, but all dishes were of exceptional standard.
Special evening. I came here with my husband for our first wedding anniversary. I was a little hesitant as I had been warned of the service and there were mixed reviews. I was very happy with the tasting menu, the food was delicious! The service was wonderful and we asked for a window table when we booked and had a lovely view just befor the sun went down. It was a evening we will remember forever!
Zygz. Great evening at Wasabi. Service excellent. The plum style sake delicious and the stand outs were the trout and scallop mousse filled zucchini flowers plus a champagne jelly with sorbets dessert. The rest of the meal was very tasty. Reordered fine of the additions to the menu for the evening and with dessert food came to 160. Worth
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One of the best Japanese Restaurants I've been to.... We ate here a couple of weeks ago....OMG....amazing!
Superb setting….inside & out. Our waiter was so friendly helping us navigate the menu. We chose an amazing array of dishes....'pop' with every morsel eaten. Scallop sashimi & sushi the best I've ever had. I admit there was a little dish envy looking at gorgeous dishes on neighboring tables. Ah…all the more reason to return!
Beautiful sunday lunch. Picture perfect lunch looking upon the Noosa River. We had arami (thinly sliced tuna with seaweed & citrus zest), zuchini flower with a trout & scallop stuffing, yuke which is a tuna tartar disc with tiny black fish roe, a sashimi platter, pan seared trout with dashi braised soba grain (that was a new one) and a duck breast with japanese potato and a dashi infused tea. Finished with petit fours which is like a dessert sampler. With a bottle of huia sav blanc it came to $265 which I thought was very fair. Great attention to detail from staff and easily explained some ingrediants we havent had before. Yum.
Fantastic. We had the tasting menu and the food was fantastic. The staff were great - very friendly and knowledgeable.
Even better than before. It has been a year since being in Noosa and looked forward to see how wasabi was doing. Tuna bone marrow consomme. So different and delicate. Zuchini flower tempura delightful. Sushi as perfect as ever. I certainly consider the best japanese. Nothing else like it.
So, dined here on our first night in Noosa and the experience wowed us so much...we went back Saturday night! I have never done this before with any restaurant and it is testament to the quality of the food, service and the experience that we couldn't think of anywhere else we would rather eat twice in a row!
The maki are amazing, with perfect rice and seasoning. Stuffed zucchini flowers to-die-for. The only food let down across our two nights was the venison, which was a touch meagre and lacking in excitement. The only other slight downside is the wine list, which seems skewed towards wines which are not necessarily great for matching with lighter Japanese flavours. They do however, have an excellent Sake list.
Yes, it is on the expensive side,but well worth it for the quality. You will not regret dining at Wasabi once- or twice!
I always Love coming here. The old head chef now works at Sake @ eagle street pier.
Great night. Really enjoyed our evening at Wasabi and would feel comfortable recommending it to others. I will be back
S-I-G-H...want to go back very soon. We booked to enjoy the sunset over the river and weren't disappointed. Wasabi has prime views and the restaurant is designed to make the most of every angle. A must visit when in Noosa when you would like to treat yourself, family and friends. Sydney foodie in our group made a good point in that she rarely can go to a restaurant where every single dish is amazing! A must try is the Hiramasa Kingfish, in fact just order 2, Futomaki Ken Ebi and the Umeshu for dessert - Japanese plum wine brulee, green tea sugar and black sesame ice-cream. Be adventurous, order up and share as a group. The staff are trained impeccable and tops any service that I've experienced in awhile. Well done Wasabi you've hit the trifecta - amazing views, staff and ultimately the food!!
All round excellence. Knowledgeable service, extensive menu, tasty food, a nice setting, and good value.
What more needs to be said?
Please Sir Can I Have Some More
+4.5
Paradisiac. Starting from the phone booking to the moment we left the restaurant our experience at Wasabi was faultless. Drinks at the bar on petite stools, entree of sashi and a selection of futomaki. They only have 2 big mains to choose from, but don't despair they have a faboulous selection of daily specials and a variety of tradtional tastes with a spin. You must have the petit fours dessert selection, a paradisiac way to finish the meal. Strongly recommend, but book in advance, I was just lucky to slip in!
Remarkable. Had lunch for my birthday and boy do they have a champagne list with too many to choose from. Once decided we turned towards the food side with standouts sea urchin/scallop, a tuna sashimi selection, tuna with fish roe, tempura prawn, wagu desu and petit fours. Really couldnt fault them save a cloudy day. Staff attentive but not pushy. Its reputation is deserved.
Great Noosa japanese. Sushi rolls dominant the menu here and boy were they all different and delicious. Wonderful tempura seafood, thoughly enjoyed our night. Try the tasting menu! Definitely will return when next in Noosa.
Very nice!! You can even grate your own fresh wasabi!
Wonderful balance of flavours, textures, & colours. If you're in Noosa, Wasabi is a must do.
To get a fair idea of the quality of the fare, I suggest the degustation. Simply amazing. $90 by itself, or another $39 for matched sake. Either way, it's worth every cent!
Amazing. We love our Japanese food but went there for the first time for Valentines Day..............the best Japanese food we have tried......................supurb..................flavours of Japan explode in your mouth.............cant wait to get back to Noosa for Wasabi alone
Same great food in fantastic location. Sunset drinks amazing on the right day. A must do in noosa! Check The Australian for their review.
Amazing food, great service and fabulous views. Will definately be back!
And the highlight was a rare wagyu beef with a miso mayonnaise that was out of this world.
A really nice venue, the views are really nice, we preferred getting there for a 5pm dinner so you have some light before the sun sets. We opted for the Kyara (might be incorrectly spelled) which is the longer menu. The food overall was really good with a couple of standout dishes, however, a couple of dishes were just "okay" for us. Overall a very nice experience with some excellent wines available and the staff were all lovely and helpful.
Luis Alejandro Dalponte
+5
Dining experience here is just amazing! Well created fusion food keeping the roots of good fine Japanese roots mixed with trending cuisine. The stag is very attentive and willing to make good recommendations and explanations! Decent wine and sake list!
Wasabi is an elegant restaurant. The perfect place to celebrate an anniversary, or any intimate moment with loved ones. Their wine list is extensive and the food delicious. Al l the Wasabi staff are friendly and helpful.
We love this restaurant. Each time we have been the food has been different and exciting. The use of Australian and local ingredients Highlights the chiefs dedication to exceptional food. Would highly recommend the omekase menu as the kitchen and staff have never sent anything short of delicious!
The staff were attentive but not intrusive and were very careful of my unusual dietary allergies (tomato, coconut and almonds) clarifying and then ensuing that I was free to enjoy the dishes as they came.
An expensive meal but exceptional value for money.
Beautiful setting and menu. Enjoyed the long menu for 165$ which had 9 courses, some with multiple dishes within them. Ask for a table by the window.
Top notch customer service and excellent food. It was for our first year wedding anniversary and they gave us a beautiful handwritten card. The drink options matching with each meal course were one of the best experiences. Definitely recommend for special memory!.
Absolutely fantastic dinning experience. My wife and I had a lovely evening here for our anniversary. The set menu comes in a few options and if you choose so can be accompanied by matched wine with each course. This is my new favourite in Noosa.
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