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Etsu Izakaya, Mermaid Beach, AU-QLD

Etsu Izakaya

4.8
4.8
2059 Reviews
$41 to $100
Japanese

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2 people
19:00
Booked 64 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Hot spot
Etsu is a Japanese izakaya which focuses on local amazing produce in our dishes which are designed to be shared amongst friends. We have one of the largest Japanese whisky collections on our back bar which we recommend served over hand cut ice or try one of our sakes or Japanese tap beers. Our sashimi is the freshest around and our fave place to sit is at the dining bar. Kanpaii!!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Izakaya, Sushi
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Daily 16:30–00:00
  • Phone number
    (07) 5526 0944
  • Website
    http://www.etsu.com.au/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual

Experiences

  • $110 Omakase

    A$110.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    $110 Omakase Edamame Sashimi & oysters Tuna maki King prawn tempura Wagyu kushiyaki and bay bug skewer Lobster & Prawn Gyoza 7+ Wagyu striploin

  • $75 Omakase

    A$75.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    $75 Omakase Edamame Hamachi Carpaccio Aburi salmon Teryaki chicken and pork belly skewer Fish tempura Beef Tenderloin

Menu

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What 2,059 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Gold Coast

    Best Overall

  • Gold Coast

    Best Service

  • Gold Coast

    Best Ambience

  • Gold Coast

    Innovative

  • Gold Coast

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Gold Coast

    Hot spot

  • Gold Coast

    Lively

  • Gold Coast

    Most Booked

  • Central Gold Coast

    Best Overall

  • Central Gold Coast

    Best Food

  • Central Gold Coast

    Best Service

  • Central Gold Coast

    Best Ambience

  • Central Gold Coast

    Best Value

  • Central Gold Coast

    Innovative

  • Central Gold Coast

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Central Gold Coast

    Hot spot

  • Central Gold Coast

    Lively

  • Central Gold Coast

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Etsu Izakaya offers a "fantastic dining experience" with "amazing food" and "impeccable service." The atmosphere is praised for being "cool and unique," making it ideal for both casual and special occasions. While some reviews mention high noise levels and pricing concerns, many highlight "exceptional food quality" and friendly, knowledgeable staff.

2,059 Reviews

  1. Narelle

    New York City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such amazing and interesting food! Loved it! Great ambience as well.

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  2. Brenna

    Sydney

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best Japanese food we have ever had ! Everything was amazing and the service was fantastic. Friendly staff were very attentive and knowledgeable. Loved everything !

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  3. Kelsey

    Gold Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Second time going and it was just as amazing as the first time. Food is outstanding and service is friendly. Highly recommend!

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  4. Sharon

    Sydney

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    delicious food and great service My second visit and looking forward to the next time

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  5. Emily

    Gold Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service and the food were impeccable as always. It is always a pleasure to dine here.

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  6. Kerrie

    Gold Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Once again our meal did not disappoint, staff were attentive and helpful in every way

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  7. Michelle

    VIP

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Brilliant! Don’t be fooled by the incognito entry. The atmosphere, food and service were all exceptional we loved it and highly recommend. 🤩♥️

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  8. Rafael

    Gold Coast

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 February 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    restaurant far below expectations! I spent $400 and had to sit next to the hot oven, hot and noisy environment, very poor food, my wife and I left there hungry and to make matters worse only a tiny dessert for the two of us to share! and finally I went to a Japanese restaurant and didn't eat salmon sashimi, 70% of the menu was meat.

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  9. Isabella

    Gold Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Was my first time on Etsu and was completely amazing! Love it :)

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  10. Peter

    Gold Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 12 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food served by friendly helpful staff. The place had a good vibe - not surprising as every seat was full when we got there. Music loud enough to enjoy but still able to talk. Not the cheapest but some of the best Japanese we have eaten in quite some time.

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FAQs

Etsu Izakaya is rated 4.8 stars by 2059 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 64 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Etsu Izakaya

2440 Gold Coast Highway, Mermaid Beach, AU-QLD 4218

Additional information

  • Area
    Mermaid Beach
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Daily 16:30–00:00
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Izakaya, Sushi
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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