We have been here numerous times and keep coming back excellent food and presentation service takes a little longer but that is because its all made fresh. Its as close as I have seen to genuine Japanese that I have eaten while spending 3 months in Japan
Ordered take away - they kindly made up a bento box for me with the Hiramasa kingfish sashimi. The fish was some of the tastiest sashimi I've had. Next visit think I'll eat in.
Niwa is our favourite place to eat in Rockingham. Absolutely amazing and probably the best customer service in the area.
The gyoza, takoyaki, sukiyaki udon soup are among my favourites. But I've tried most things on the menu and they're all great.
Niwa is always our first choice for Japanese - always amazing food and very friendly wait staff. Good variety and flexible with dishes, highly recommended!
We went on Thursday night and loved the food. The ramen, karaage and tempura prawns were delicious. We will certainly be back to try out more of the menu soon.
This place is absolutely deserving of its 5 stars!
The food is authentic, fresh and very tasty. Literally the only 'downside' is that they don't serve sake.. otherwise we would be there all the time.
We plan on going back with a bottle of our own and having a beautiful meal.
The staff are a dream - very attentive and friendly.
Location is a little out of the way, which is why I guess it isn't overly busy, but I would have to say they would have a following either way - the food is too good for Japanese cuisine lovers!
Best food south of the river! Never busy which is amazing considering how good the food is. Never had a bad meal here and always feel healthy when I leave
We had such a great meal at Niwa Japanese Kitchen, after our movie on the weekend. We didn’t even know this place existed until we saw their sign right near where we parked our car. As massive Japanese cuisine fans, we decided to give it a go. We walked into a very cultured setting, with the menu board displayed out the front of the venue, written in broken English with the Japanese translation underneath also. We were greeted by the gorgeous Japanese waitress, who although seemed to be the only waitress there and run off her feet, was very polite and accommodating to all of their guests.
Went here for dinner a few months ago.
Although it's very crowded, and the atmosphere isn't that great. The food sure is! It is well priced, and staff were great too. Definitely would recommend dropping in.
Go to place for jap food in Rockingham! Decent food and pricing. Their ramen was delicious but only downside is that it only comes with one strip of pork so I recommend adding some extra meat.
Fantastic food for the price! The Benzo boxes were ideal size portions. Quiet for a Saturday night but people were entering / leaving with take-out. The young waitress kept herself busy and the place was spotless. We will definitely be going back.
Absolutely amazing.
Food is always fresh, it is quiet and cozy and the staff is nice, polite and quick.
I've been to Japan twice and the soups and the sushi are just spot on and never disappoint.
If there are different characteristics of cold udon,it is better~☆
A complete tragedy this place has shut down. Possibly justy due to not being too well known.
The quality of the food here was outstanding at excellent value, true authentic Japanese cuisine, it was always a great way to spend an evening.
Always tasty and fresh. A good selection of specials. Always something different to try. Excellent nigiri and the deluxe bento has a great selection of items to taste.
My fav is the tempura udon though, esp on a chilly evening. Filling and warms you right up. Great value too. Prices are really affordable. BYO too.
Reliably awesome.
Absolutely every time (which is s lot) i have been to niwa their service and food has been on point. Tasty and authentic japanese food. Very reasonably priced. Never a complaint.
By far the best Japanese cuisine I've ever had. Lovely service, authentic quant setting. Great prices.
Always an amazing experience, authentic food and fantastic service every time. The agadashi tofu is the best I've had in my life.
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