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Melbourne Inner City Japanese Restaurants

Akaiito

Akaiito

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Thu 6:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

15 Chef Hat Award
Functions & EventsCelebrate with UsIf you’re looking for that new venue to impress, Akaiito provides an exclusive space unlike anywhere else in Melbourne. Our underground speakeasy bar is available for a variety of functions and eve...
Nightfall Teishoku Book Now!Join us as we redefine Ichigo's way of dining after dusk. Whether you seek a moment of quiet indulgence, a heartfelt dinner with loved ones, or an elegant gathering with friends, we invite you to e...
Kenzan Japanese Restaurant

Kenzan Japanese Restaurant

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

Situated in the heart of Melbourne City, Chef Hat-awarded Kenzan Japanese Restaurant is a destination for authentic Japanese dining. Since opening its doors in 1981, this oriental restaurant takes ...
IKKAI

IKKAI

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Melbourne CBD

KUROUSHI™ A5 Sirloin/Ribeye Sukiyaki SetSpecial Offer.As a certified restaurant serving the renowned Kuroushi brand, we source our premium Wagyu directly from Kagoshima Kuroushi, bringing you an authentic farm-to-table experience—as close as it gets t...
Ishizuka

Ishizuka

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Melbourne CBD

17 Chef Hat Award
A secret within Melbourne’s city centre, Ishizuka on Bourke Street offers a refined Kaiseki experience, reflecting the pinnacle of fine dining in an intimate, subterranean restaurant space. Kaiseki...
Kisume

Kisume

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Melbourne CBD

15 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Kazuki's

Kazuki's

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Carlton

16 Chef Hat Award
Warabi

Warabi

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

14 Chef Hat Award
Nobu is renowned world wide for innovative style & quality; Crown Casino’s very own Nobu lives up to its reputation with riverfront views & a three level deluxe fit out in Southbank. Set by the cei...
Koko at Crown

Koko at Crown

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Southbank

Experience the mystique and tranquillity of Koko, featuring fine Japanese cuisine and a stunning interior by internationally renowned designer Tony Chi. The Southbank restaurant features teppanyaki...
Shonan Kamakura

Shonan Kamakura

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Melbourne CBD

Embracing Melbourne's laneway culture, Shonan Kamakura on Katherine Place is the place to savour the true flavours of Japanese cuisine. A casual atmosphere and modern dining space, complete with co...
Tetsujin

Tetsujin

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

Shoya

Shoya

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

Namoo

Namoo

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Melbourne CBD

Niku Niku

Niku Niku

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Melbourne CBD

Carlton diners savour the art of Japanese barbequed meat at Shinbashi Yakiniku Melbourne on Lygon Street. Bringing authentic Oriental fare to the city's north, Shinbashi's sleek, elegant ambience e...
Niku Ou

Niku Ou

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

Don Tojo

Don Tojo

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Carlton

Offering a casual dining option specialising in Teriyaki, Chicken curry and sashi don (sashimi served on a bed of rice).