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NSW Japanese Restaurants

Haco

Haco

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:45 PM

Sydney CBD

15 Chef Hat Award
Wagyuto

Wagyuto

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Clovelly

12 Chef Hat Award
Preserving the authenticity of Japanese culinary art and dishes, discerning Clovelly diners head to Wagyuto on Clovelly Road to experience contemporary cuisine. A moody vibe of subdued lighting, in...
Sushi Sei

Sushi Sei

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Haymarket

Discover Sushi Sei’s new winter menu in Haymarket.Sushisei YUIEN ExperienceStart with the Yui Nigiri Experience at $120 per person, featuring seasonal sashimi, chef-selected nigiri, hand roll, soup and dessert. For a more refined experience, enjoy the En Kaiseki at $15...
R by Raita Noda.

R by Raita Noda.

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 7:00 PM

Redfern

13 Chef Hat Award
Situated on Cleveland Street in Redfern, R by Raita Noda represents the next evolution of Chef Raita Noda’s celebrated Japanese culinary journey. Opening in 2025, this refined destination builds on...
Oribu

Oribu

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Parramatta

13 Chef Hat Award
End of Financial Year Celebrations at OribuBook Your EOFY Dinner NowWrap up the financial year in style at Oribu. Whether entertaining clients, rewarding your team, or celebrating with friends, we offer an exceptional setting for EOFY dinners done right. Indulge in...
Kid Kyoto

Kid Kyoto

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Sydney CBD

Another financial year done and dusted? Time to celebrate the wins.EOFY at Kid KyotoGather the team for an unforgettable EOFY lunch or dinner at Kid Kyoto — where bold Japanese flavours, premium steaks, fresh sushi, and flowing cocktails set the scene for the perfect celebration.
Tomodachi Cabramatta

Tomodachi Cabramatta

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 9:00 AM

Cabramatta

Your Go-To Japanese Spot in SydneyGrab, Share, SavourAt Tomodachi Sydney, we bring authentic Japanese flavours to your table with fresh sushi, classic bento boxes, and grilled favourites. Perfect for a casual lunch or relaxed dinner, our menu offers ...
Fat Panda

Fat Panda

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Canley Heights

Taste the Modern Side of Japanese Cuisine Experience Asian fusionAt Fat Panda, we serve bold Asian fusion flavours with a playful twist. From fresh sushi and sashimi to hand rolls, baos, and street-style favourites, every dish is crafted to excite your taste bud...
Norimono

Norimono

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Crows Nest

Ramen Delights at NorimonoA5 Wagyu Beef Ramen here!Ramen Season is here. You're invited. Winter in Sydney calls for something deeply satisfying. We've been working quietly in the kitchen, and we're ready to share it — introducing Ramen Delights....
Eat Sushi Cammeray

Eat Sushi Cammeray

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Cammeray

Drinks Special at Eat Sushi CammerayAvailable nowDine in and buy one drink and get one free! *excludes whole wine bottle*
KODA

KODA

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Sydney CBD

Hidden along Curtin Place in Sydney, KODA is where fire, flavour and nightlife collide. This high-energy cocktail bar and traditional robata grill brings Japanese technique to life with a playful, ...
Jicca Dining

Jicca Dining

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Neutral Bay

Blending the elegance of Japanese cuisine with the comforting spirit of Italian cooking, Jicca Dining on Military Road in Neutral Bay presents a distinctive seafood-focused dining experience. This ...
Hey Lady Diner

Hey Lady Diner

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 8:00 AM

Ballina

Ladies NightFirst Friday of the monthRound up your girls and kick off the first Friday of the month at Hey Lady Diner’s Ladies Night. Expect great tunes from our DJ from 7pm–12am, a buzzing dancefloor and seriously good vibes. Sip on ...
Yama

Yama

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 10:30 AM

Sydney CBD

Tucked neatly on the second floor at the northern end of the Queen Victoria Building, Yama on George Street in Sydney’s CBD, is where you can enjoy delicious Japanese food, an extensive range of te...
Sushi Tengoku

Sushi Tengoku

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Kensington

For classic Japanese dishes from sashimi to bento boxes, Kensington foodies head along Anzac Parade to find Sushi Tengoku. A minimalist vibe of polished concrete and blond wood is lightened by a fu...
Juan Bowl & Tea Redfern

Juan Bowl & Tea Redfern

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Redfern

From Our Kitchen to Your BowlCrafted Japanese FlavoursAt Juan Bowl & Tea, we craft each bowl with care, using fresh, high-quality ingredients to deliver authentic Japanese flavours in every bite. From wagyu donburi and hainan chicken to tonkatsu and g...
The Rocks Teppanyaki

The Rocks Teppanyaki

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

The Rocks

Celebrate End of Financial Year in StyleExquisite Private DiningWith premium Wagyu, fresh seafood, an extensive cocktail list and fiery teppanyaki theatre in a heritage listed setting, it's the ultimate way to thank your team or impress clients. From intimate d...
IZAKAYA Wasshoi Dubbo

IZAKAYA Wasshoi Dubbo

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Dubbo

On Talbragar Street in Dubbo, IZAKAYA Wasshoi brings the energy of a Japanese street-side eatery to the heart of the city. This lively spot celebrates bold, comforting flavours with a menu built fo...
RUKI Robatayaki

RUKI Robatayaki

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 3:00 PM

Wollongong

Situated on Keira Street in Wollongong, RUKI Robatayaki brings the heat and heart of Japanese grilling to the city. Centred around the primal art of the robatayaki, the kitchen lets fire and flame ...
Toriciya Japanese Restaurant

Toriciya Japanese Restaurant

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Cammeray

Situated in Cammeray, Toriciya Japanese Restaurant brings the spirit of traditional yakitori to Sydney, having opened in 1991 as the city’s first authentic yakitori bar. Here, chicken skewers grill...