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SA Japanese Restaurants

Valentine's Day14 February 2026Treat your Valentine to a night they won’t forget at Samurai Teppanyaki. Savour an elegant multi-course Valentine’s Day menu featuring premium ingredients, sizzling teppanyaki theatre and authentic...
Donburi House

Donburi House

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Tue 11:30 AM

Adelaide CBD

Serving fresh and delicious Japanese dishes, head to Adelaide’s newest donburi restaurant, Donburi House on Sturt Street in the heart of the city to appease ravenous cravings. A traditional vibe aw...
Nagomi Japanese Kitchen

Nagomi Japanese Kitchen

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Tue 5:00 PM

Adelaide CBD

Nestled on lively Hutt Street in Adelaide’s CBD, Nagomi Japanese Kitchen exudes warmth and authenticity from the moment you step inside. The intimate dining room is softly lit, with timber accents ...
Half & Hafu

Half & Hafu

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Tue 11:30 AM

St Morris

Treating food as art and culture, drop into Half & Hafu on Magill Road in St Morris for Japanese fare with flair. Introducing Japan’s beloved food culture to Adelaide, this vibrant restaurant is wh...
Sushi Planet

Sushi Planet

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Tue 11:30 AM

Adelaide CBD

Yuki in the Hills

Yuki in the Hills

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Tue 5:00 PM

Aldgate

Experience new dishes alongside classic favourites at Nijumaru on Jetty Road in Glenelg. This all-you-can-eat Japanese restaurant spoils diners for choice with an authentic, expertly crafted menu f...
ShoSho

ShoSho

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Tue 5:00 PM

Hyde Park

Yakitori Takumi

Yakitori Takumi

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Tue 6:00 PM

North Adelaide

This is the place to experience authentic Japanese Yakitori or Izakaya dining similar to "tapas". Also sample one of the 16 different sakes available and a large range of Japanese beers. Bookings e...
Combine a traditional Japanese tea house in North Adelaide with an array of decadent desserts and you have Matcha House. With a warm and tranquil setting of low sunken tables, bamboo fittings and p...
Tomiko Japanese Steak House

Tomiko Japanese Steak House

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Tue 12:00 PM

Glenelg

In the vibrant suburb of Glenelg, Tomiko Japanese Steak House stands out as one of Adelaide’s premier dining destinations, captivating food lovers with its exquisite teppanyaki cooking. The sleek, ...
Chacha Bar

Chacha Bar

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Tue 10:00 AM

Adelaide CBD

Shiki

Shiki

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Tue 6:00 PM

Adelaide CBD

Shiki, located in the heart of Adelaide CBD, offers a unique dining experience that stands out in the vibrant culinary scene. This Japanese restaurant is renowned for its exquisite Emperor Set Menu...
Ginza Miyako Japanese Restaurant offers a delightful culinary escape within the heart of Adelaide CBD. This gem showcases authentic Japanese cuisine, with signature dishes like the comforting Beef ...
Black Dog Gallery

Black Dog Gallery

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Tue 8:00 AM

Adelaide CBD

In the heart of Adelaide CBD, Black Dog Gallery presents a unique dining experience that beautifully marries art and culinary delight. This Japanese restaurant captivates visitors with its art-fill...
Hanamura

Hanamura

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Tue 11:30 AM

Modbury

In the heart of Modbury, Hanamura stands out as a culinary gem in the vibrant Adelaide dining scene. This Japanese restaurant offers a delectable array of authentic dishes, from sushi and sashimi t...
Nishiki Cafe & Izakaya

Nishiki Cafe & Izakaya

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Tue 11:30 AM

Adelaide CBD

Restaurant & Catering Association
In the heart of Adelaide CBD, Nishiki Cafe & Izakaya stands out as a culinary gem, capturing the essence of Japanese cuisine in a warm, inviting atmosphere. With an exquisite menu ranging from deli...