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Sydney Japanese Restaurants

Wagyuto

Wagyuto

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Tue 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 Tue 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 Tue 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...
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...
Tomodachi Cabramatta

Tomodachi Cabramatta

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

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 ...
Kid Kyoto

Kid Kyoto

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Tue 12:00 PM

Sydney CBD

'Cigar bar' Happy Hour - Tuesday - Friday from 16.00 - 18.00'Cigar Bar' Happy HourJoin us at Kid Kyoto for rebellious Happy Hours, Tuesday to Friday from 4pm to 6pm! enjoy a ‘Cigar’, Sip on our Yama Yama cocktails, Japanese beers, and wine while soaking in the electric izakaya...
Fat Panda

Fat Panda

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Tue 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 Tue 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 Tue 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 Tue 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 Tue 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 ...
Yama

Yama

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Tue 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 Tue 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...
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   $$$$$   Open Now

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...
Toriciya Japanese Restaurant

Toriciya Japanese Restaurant

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Tue 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...
Ryoh Japanese BBQ

Ryoh Japanese BBQ

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Zetland

At East Village Shopping Centre on Defries Avenue, Ryoh Japanese BBQ delivers an immersive dining experience centred on the art of yakiniku. This modern, stylish restaurant invites guests to grill ...
Toko

Toko

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Tue 12:00 PM

Sydney CBD

Toko restaurant, located on George Street in Sydney’s CBD, offers contemporary Japanese dining in a sleek, dimly lit setting featuring both a sushi bar and robata grill counter. Since relocating fr...
Kuro Bar & Dining

Kuro Bar & Dining

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Tue 6:00 PM

Sydney CBD

15 Chef Hat Award