Japanese Food & Bar Melbourne

This is never truer than on a weekend morning, when a traditional Japanese breakfast delights the brunch crowds. Grilled salmon, tamago egg , rice and potato salad with a bowl of miso will set you up for whatever the day may throw at you. And, afterwards, you can peruse Cibi's beautifully curated collection of Japanese homewares. As the newest venture of the San Telmo Group, who already operate Pastuso, Asado, Palermo and of course San Telmo, the Robata Japanese Grill has already created quite a buzz as the newest hot restaurant in Melbourne. Taking creative inspiration from the Blade Runner sequel, Izakaya Den 2029 on Russell Street easily stands out as one of the most unique Japanese restaurants on our list. As the imaginative relaunch of the original Izakaya Den, you will still find some of their old favourites on their menu along with new bold dishes.
Kisume has multiple dining experiences in the one venue, all tied together with the kind of classy, muted minimalism that perfectly communicates the no-fuss approach to fine food and even finer wine. The exquisite 18-course Chef’s Table experience is the heart of this offering, japanese ever-evolving but always laser focused on expressing Japanese perfection by way of the freshest Australian seafood available. There’s also a new vegan menu for those less into the fish dishes. We suggest booking ahead—this place gets pretty rammed on Friday and Saturday nights.

This sushi train in Windsor has a great variety of sushi to choose from. Kids love to watch the Doncaster Westfield sushi train in the form of a car that brings the food. They offer a wonderful service and the quality of their sushi is amazing.
There's a selection of drinking-friendly dishes that accompany the excellent sakes and Japanese-influenced cocktails. Epicurean is also available for exclusive hire, catering for up to 250 guests in total. The broad range of unique dining spaces available in the venue allows for all types of events and occasions, set to impress.

The rolls and nigiri at the QV sushi train are especially good! They have unique combinations that you won't find anywhere else. The sushi train QV has a great variety of sushi and they are always fresh.
Minamishimais about sushi fine dining, with a set menu to show you what the chef can do... Supernormal is about Andrew McConnells favourite dishes from trips to Asia, notably Shanghai and Hong Kong. The menu is set up well for groups - just share dishes from small to large offerings and you can cover a lot of ground. The Tuna, ponzu & tagarashi above was a killer start with clean fresh flavours. Tetsujin, the Emporium sushi train, is a great place where you can try popular sushi and other hot dishes.
An immaculate cold seafood counter reinforces the Epicurean standard of luxury, showcasing the finest local produce and daily seasonal selection of seafood. Known for its excellent marbling qualities, tenderness and buttery flavour, the Australian Shorthorn Fillet and Rib-Eye are perfectly suited for a richly rewarding dining experience with loved ones. Make a reservation today to experience these exquisite steaks. The En Izakaya wine list, features several aromatics from around the globe that have been specifically chosen to match the restaurant’s food offerings. While Japan is a nation of seafood consumers, in Australia, we are traditionally a country of meat eaters, who have never embraced the local seafood and fish in the same way.

This place has excellent chicken katsu, great bento boxes, and delicious appetizers. Highly recommend both the chicken katsu and the vegan ‘chicken’ katsu. I love what I do and love to connect with my guests through the food I create. Respecting tradition and honouring my heritage and experience is very important to me!
Wa Creations, the Omakase-style diner has a sleek fit with a long seated bar that looks onto the kitchen— providing an inside glimpse into the preparation and coming to life of each dish. The menu which has a 'Kappo' style, features several courses all based around seasonal ingredients and precise cooking techniques. Sake lovers can expect a diverse selection curated to highlight the different brewing styles across the various regions of Japan. Passionate about fine indulgence and exceptional five star customer service?

This is a real tempura house, and the quality of these morsels of magic compared to some of the Japanese available in Melbourne is like the difference between line-caught bluefin tuna and the fish John West rejects. This playful Taiwanese-Japanese restaurant in South Melbourne (no relation to Fitzroy's Peko Peko) is a fun eatery that doesn't take itself or its delicious menu too seriously. There are over 80 sakes at this slick Japanese bar and eatery, which is housed in a former bank. Unlike many izakayas – which can get quite dark – Kumo's space is light, open and airy. This Japanese diner serves up its own version of contemporary Japanese cuisine. The room is sleek, the menu is fun and seafood heavy, and there’s plenty of saké .
What I love is that it's a unique offering in Melbourne, not a copy of another, or indeed predictable. This is exciting modern food built on traditional roots and stories. Fried chicken has been a Melbourne obsession and Supernormal served up a teriffic compelling rendition. Sushi Jiro Knox is a Japanese restaurant in Melbourne that offers a great variety of delicious sushi that quickly arrives to you, freshly made, via a sushi train.
The A La Carte menu is light on the sushi joint stand-bys, but features plenty of other favourites like Chicken Karaage, Wagyu Tataki and Chicken Teriyaki. A shokudo is a casual style of Japanese restaurant in that’s exactly what this local gem is. However, at this neat dining spot, the real stars of the show are the Set Menus, which come beautifully presented in multi-compartmented wooden trays. The experience is like eating from a jewellery box of filled with your favourite pieces. This place has to be on our list of the best Japanese restaurants in Melbourne.

Combined with seasonal fresh vegetables at your fingertips, your dining experience will be like none other. Whether you are on that special date or enjoying a social event with friends and family, we ensure to cater for all your needs. It's as much about having a good time as it is about the food here at this bright izakaya.