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Melbourne Japanese Restaurants

Akaiito

Akaiito

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Melbourne CBD

15 Chef Hat Award
A dazzling Red Thread of Fate light fixture twists its way across the dining room welcoming guests to Akaiito on Flinders Lane in Melbourne city. A moody vibe of black marble, dark granite and plus...
Bringing harmony, unity and binding people together through food is the aim of Komeyui Japanese Restaurant on Ferrars Street in South Melbourne. Hailing from a fishing village in Hokkaido, Executiv...
Tucked beneath Russell Street in Melbourne’s CBD, Izakaya Miyazaki offers an intimate and refined Japanese dining experience. The subterranean setting exudes a moody elegance, with dim lighting and...
Weekend Wagyu WonderlandOnly here this weekend!Melt-in-your-mouth A5 Wagyu meets hand-pressed sushi rice for our indulgent Weekend Special: A5 Wagyu Nigiri. Seared to perfection, drizzled with house sauce, and topped with our signature garnish,...
Premium Handcrafted Sushi & Sashimi at HinataTry Us TodayAt Hinata Premium Sushi and Sashimi, we bring the art of traditional Japanese cuisine to life with premium sushi and sashimi packs crafted daily from the freshest ingredients. From our popular Mixe...
Ishizuka

Ishizuka

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Melbourne CBD

17 Chef Hat Award
A secret within Melbourne’s city centre, Ishizuka on Bourke Street offers a refined Kaiseki experience, reflecting the pinnacle of fine dining in an intimate, subterranean restaurant space. Kaiseki...
Minamishima

Minamishima

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Richmond

18 Chef Hat Award
Omakase is a culinary experience led by the Chef, produce and the seasons and that is what you’ll find on the menu at Minamishima on Lord Street in Melbourne. Offering two dining areas, the counter...
Taku Japanese

Taku Japanese

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Camberwell

A Taste of Japan Awaits at TakuBook Now!Experience authentic Japanese cuisine at Taku Japanese—where every dish is crafted with precision and flair. From fresh sashimi and signature sushi rolls to flavour-packed small plates like grilled...
Thursday Feels Like Friday at KichoBook Now!Start your weekend early at Kicho, where Thursday nights are all about relaxed vibes and good times. Gather your favourite people and settle in for a night of cosy ambience, mouth-watering bites an...
Guided By InstinctBook Now!Delve into an intimate dining journey through a seasonal multi-course menu — an edible canvas of pristine seafood premium meats, and organic vegetables from our own farm. Build each hand roll guide...
Marble for marbling score, yakiniku for the char-grill, head to Marble Yakiniku on O’Sullivan Road in Glen Waverley to taste the finest authentic Japanese cuisine. Expect an immersive dining experi...
IKKAI

IKKAI

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Melbourne CBD

M10-12 Delmonico Sukiyaki SetNEW ReleaseIndulge in the rich flavours of Japan with our M10-12 Delmonico Sukiyaki Set! Perfect for sharing, this premium experience is designed for 2-4 people. Gather your friends and savour the finest Wagy...
Experience a symphonic, curated, yet unpretentious experience of Japanese cuisine at Kura Robata & Sake on Lygon Street in Brunswick. Meaning ‘cellar' in Japanese, Kura is a modern Melbourne dining...
Eazy Peazy

Eazy Peazy

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Richmond

AFL Grand Finals WeekAFLHead to Eazy Peazy Richmond for pre/post-game vibes as we get closer to Grand Final weekend! Enjoy modern Japanese eats, hibachi skewers, and drink specials during Happy Hour. Perfect for warming u...
Kumo Izakaya

Kumo Izakaya

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Brunswick East

Restaurant & Catering Association
Offering an ideal respite from the worries of the world, Kumo Izakaya on Lygon Street in East Brunswick features eclectic Japanese style and a creative menu. Seamlessly blending the industrial and ...
Situated in the heart of Melbourne City, Chef Hat-awarded Kenzan Japanese Restaurant is a destination for authentic Japanese dining. Since opening its doors in 1981, this oriental restaurant takes ...
Kisume

Kisume

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Melbourne CBD

15 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Inspired Japanese brunch and onigiri-style fare await discerning foodies at Daikokuten on Tooronga Road in Hawthorn East. Large windows invite natural light into this café creating the ideal spot t...
Kazuki's

Kazuki's

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Carlton

16 Chef Hat Award
AOI.TSUKI.

AOI.TSUKI.

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

South Yarra

14 Chef Hat Award