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Gold Coast Central Japanese Restaurants

Yamagen

Yamagen

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Surfers Paradise

13 Chef Hat Award
Experience the hustle and bustle of innovative izakaya dining at Yamagen in Surfers Paradise. Nestled in the QT Hotel on Staghorn Avenue, this vibrant restaurant blends old-school Japanese traditio...
Etsu Izakaya

Etsu Izakaya

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Mermaid Beach

13 Chef Hat Award
Open the barn door at Etsu Izakaya on Gold Coast Highway in Mermaid Beach to discover a magical mystery tour of Japanese share-plate dining. Moody surrounds of neon signage, walls plastered with ph...
Japanese Flavours, SharedA Taste of OmakaseLeave it to the chef with our Omakase sharing set menu, designed for relaxed dining and discovering our favourites. Enjoy a curated selection of dishes such as miso soup, spicy edamame, fried tofu,...
Experience Japanese Cuisine in SouthportCulinary EscapeAt Momoko Southport, we bring the essence of Japanese cuisine to life with dishes carefully prepared using the finest local ingredients and select imports. Our menu blends traditional and contempor...
Gold Coasters looking for a taste of plant-based Japanese cuisine head to Izakaya Midori on Woodland Drive in Reedy Creek. Say arigatou to vegan versions of everything from ramen to katsu, karaage ...
Arakawa

Arakawa

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Benowa

Cherry Blossom Season ReturnsAvailable Now!Experience the beauty of Japan’s iconic Sakura season at Arakawa. For a limited time only, our talented chefs are presenting Cherry Blossom–inspired culinary specials, crafted to celebrate ...
Set along Marine Parade in Labrador, One Eighty Japanese Restaurant offers stunning Broadwater views paired with authentic Japanese flavours. The minimalist, modern interior features timber accents...
Kiyomi

Kiyomi

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Broadbeach

14 Chef Hat Award
Kiyomi stands out in the heart of Broadbeach, Gold Coast, offering an exquisite dining experience that celebrates the art of Japanese cuisine. Guests are welcomed into a modern, elegantly designed ...
Specialising in authentic chicken broth, hungry locals and visitors alike head to Ramen Kyo on Gold Coast Highway in Mermaid Beach to appease cravings. Experience the soul-warming flavours of the L...
Kemuri

Kemuri

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Carrara

Find bao and gyoza in the burbs at Kemuri on Pappas Way in Carrara. This Gold Coast eatery began life as a night market stall, progressing to a Modern Asian venue in the back streets of the Gold Co...
Yoru

Yoru

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Mermaid Beach

Yoru on Gold Coast Highway in Mermaid Beach fuses the vibrant energy of a Japanese izakaya with the bold soul of Korean street food, creating a social dining vibe where each dish tells its own stor...
Misono Japanese Steakhouse

Misono Japanese Steakhouse

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Sat 5:00 PM

Surfers Paradise

Misono Japanese Steakhouse, located in the vibrant Surfers Paradise, offers a unique dining experience in the heart of the Gold Coast. This renowned restaurant showcases the art of teppanyaki, wher...
Hatsuhana

Hatsuhana

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Sat 5:00 PM

Main Beach

Hatsuhana, located in the vibrant suburb of Main Beach on the Gold Coast, offers a unique dining experience that captures the essence of Japanese cuisine. The restaurant's contemporary setting feat...
You Japanese Restaurant, situated in the vibrant suburb of Surfers Paradise on the Gold Coast, offers a delightful fusion of traditional and contemporary Japanese cuisine. With its inviting atmosph...
Goto Japanese, located in the bustling suburb of Southport on the Gold Coast, offers a delightful immersion into authentic Japanese cuisine. The restaurant boasts a modern yet inviting atmosphere, ...
Izakaya Ichi, located in the vibrant suburb of Southport on the Gold Coast, offers a unique Japanese dining experience that sets it apart from the rest. The restaurant features a contemporary, yet ...
Saiko Teppanyaki in Robina offers a vibrant dining experience that captivates both locals and visitors on the Gold Coast. This Japanese restaurant delights diners with expertly prepared teppanyaki ...
Wagyu-Ya Bowl Bar

Wagyu-Ya Bowl Bar

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Sat 11:00 AM

Chevron Island

Osaka Kaiten Sushi, located in the vibrant Surfers Paradise, offers a unique dining experience that blends the lively atmosphere of the Gold Coast with authentic Japanese cuisine. The restaurant’s ...
In the vibrant suburb of Southport on the Gold Coast, Chanoyu Japanese Infused Cafe stands as a unique culinary gem, blending traditional Japanese flavours with a modern twist. This inviting café o...