Introducing Parramatta's latest culinary gem, Oribu, where traditional Japanese cuisine meets innovation in the heart of the Heritage Precinct, nestled in Church Street where it beckons guests to embark on a culinary experience, meticulously crafted by the Head Chef Harry Cho.
"Shaped by the precision and discipline instilled during my military years, Oribu is more than a culinary venture; it's a testament to my story of service to the delicate artistry of cuisine. It’s also an opportunity to create something truly special that the community can proudly call its own. I’m honoured to bring a fresh perspective on Japanese cuisine to Parramatta," Harry explains.
Bringing more than two decades of expertise, including a tenure at the world’s most prestigious Japanese restaurant, Nobu, Harry combines his mastery with a unique background steeped in military discipline. Together, these elements create a dining experience that seamlessly blends tradition, innovation and precision.
Oribu’s Chef's Tasting Menu ($150 pp), features delights such as hiramasa kingfish carpaccio carved with military precision, a selection of the finest, freshest sashimi, yuzu guacamole paired with crispy lotus chips and yukari salt, succulent grain-fed tenderloin brochettes and a choice of side dish per person.
The meal culminates in a divine yuzu sorbet, accompanied by coconut cream, fresh berries and a hint of vanilla fairy floss; a menu perfectly encapsulating Chef Cho's passion.
His talent for transforming fresh ingredients into culinary masterpieces conducts a symphony of fresh flavours. With cooking skills honed from his Korean father and Japanese mother, his distinctive approach weaves fusion and creativity into every dish, which is illustrated through the innovative popcorn prawns with creamy spicy sauce and yuzu juice.
For the ultimate seafood aficionado, the impressive Omakase Platter ($250) presents a lavish seafood platter boasting the freshest salmon, tuna, kingfish, scallops, scampi, oysters, surf clams, cooked Tiger prawns and tantalising seafood ceviche. It offers an awe-inspiring Japanese seafood encounter crafted for a showstopping, shared dining experience.
At Oribu, the drinks menu is a testament to Heritage Precinct philosophy. From expertly crafted cocktails to a vast selection of spirits. The bar's beverage list is nothing less than exceptional, emphasising quality and authenticity, echoing tales of craftsmanship and tradition.
Oribu invites food enthusiasts to savour Japanese cuisine at its finest. Book your seat at the table to taste Chef Harry Cho’s signature menu. Visit heritagelounge.com.au/oribu/ for more information and to make a reservation today.
