Akaiito
349-351 Flinders Lane, Melbourne CBD VIC
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Seasonal Kojin degustation menu, highlighting the best fresh produce and ingredients from land and sea.
About Akaiito
A dazzling Red Thread of Fate light fixture twists its way across the dining room welcoming guests to Akaiito on Flinders Lane in Melbourne city. A moody vibe of black marble, dark granite and plush grey banquette seating awaits discerning diners, while the overhead red luminous thread is mirrored in the red plates on the tables. The interior is beautifully designed with Japanese elements throughout, ideal for perusing a seasonal Kojin menu with small plates of Wagyu, potato gratin, lardo and horseradish, or King salmon, beetroot waffle and yuzu. Larger dishes like Patagonian toothfish, beurre blanc and diamond clams entice, alongside duck, sweet potato, lardo and jus; while seafood lovers opt for King prawns, rice, white truffle and bouillabaisse. Finish with Chef’s petit four selection.
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Akaiito WA Marron - Chef Recipe by Winston Zhang.
“We have evolved this dish to reflect age-old Japanese techniques with premium Australian produce. By using fresh Western Australian produce and Japanese cooking, we want to combine the best of both worlds.” – Winston Zhang.
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Akaiito Robata Scallops - Chef Recipe by Winston Zhang
‘Oishi!’ – this signature scallop recipe from Akaiito restaurant is simple but so good.
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Cocktail of the Week from Akaiito Mixologist Christine Chen.
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Seats: 52 Chef: Winston Zhang