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Melbourne CBD 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...
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...
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 ...
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...
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...
Nights at TemakiBook Now!Temaki Sushi offers a unique and intimate approach to traditional Japanese hand-rolled sushi. Enjoy a delicious meal, in a beautiful space with drinks and music into the evening. Check out our menu...
Kisume

Kisume

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Melbourne CBD

15 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Warabi

Warabi

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

14 Chef Hat Award
Chocolate Buddha

Chocolate Buddha

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Melbourne CBD

In the heart of Melbourne CBD, Chocolate Buddha stands out as a vibrant Japanese restaurant renowned for its fresh sushi and enticing bento boxes. The inviting atmosphere features contemporary déco...
Shoya

Shoya

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

In the heart of Melbourne CBD, Shoya stands out as a premier Japanese restaurant, drawing diners with its exquisite cuisine and sophisticated ambiance. The establishment offers a unique dining expe...
Shonan Kamakura

Shonan Kamakura

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Melbourne CBD

Embracing Melbourne's laneway culture, Shonan Kamakura on Katherine Place is the place to savour the true flavours of Japanese cuisine. A casual atmosphere and modern dining space, complete with co...
Tetsujin

Tetsujin

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Melbourne CBD

Namoo

Namoo

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Melbourne CBD

For steaming bowls of ramen all day, any day, Melburnians seek out the glowing red and yellow sign of Shujinko on Russell Street, a hole-in-the-wall eatery tucked into the heart of the city. Cosy u...
Mr Ramen San

Mr Ramen San

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Melbourne CBD

If suddenly hit by a craving for steaming ramen while exploring Melbourne’s inner city, be sure to spare some time and visit Mr Ramen San restaurant, tucked into the mid-city centre off Bourke Stre...
In the heart of Melbourne CBD, the Japanese Teppanyaki Inn offers a vibrant dining experience that sets it apart from typical restaurants. Guests are treated to a feast for the senses as profession...
For steaming bowls of ramen all day, any day, Melburnians seek out the glowing red and yellow sign of Shujinko on Flinders Street, a hole-in-the-wall eatery tucked into the heart of the city. Cosy ...