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Etsu Izakaya, Mermaid Beach, AU-QLD

Etsu Izakaya

4.8
4.8
2036 Reviews
$41 to $100
Japanese

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2 people
19:00
Booked 59 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
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual

Experiences

  • Valentines day at Etsu 2025

    A$169.00 per person

    Prepaid

    14 Feb 2025 only
    Celebrate Valentines Day at Etsu with a beautiful 6 course set menu which includes a delicious dessert and a glass of french champagne on arrival. Treat your partner to a Valentines evening that they wont forget ❤️❤️
  • $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

What 2,036 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

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Gold Coast

    Best Overall

  • Gold Coast

    Best Service

  • Gold Coast

    Best Ambience

  • Gold Coast

    Great for creative cocktails

  • 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

    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 an "amazing Japanese dining experience" with a "wonderful vibe" and "impeccable service." Guests rave about the "fantastic food," including wagyu striploin and tuna maki. The restaurant is praised for its "adult dining vibe," "great cocktails," and excellent accommodation for dietary needs. It's a "hidden gem" on the Gold Coast.

2,036 Reviews
  1. Nick

    Gold Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Absolutely amazing food and service! We can easily say this is the best restaurant and food we have ever experienced. We did find the noise level too high and energetic to have a comfortable dinner (but then we are old!) Prices reasonable and meal sizes just right to enjoy and be ready for the next course.

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  2. Nicola

    Gold Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food & service! We had a lovely night & would definitely go back!!

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  3. Victoria

    Sydney

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best things were the yuzu cocktails and the corn. Gyozas’ filling was not juicy, should be a bit softer. Miso was too salty, it was removed from the bill which was fair. We were not impressed by the sushi. I always order spicy tuna but this one was average. The skewers also not impressed by. We always order the same dishes, but this time we liked the ambiance but the food was average.

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  4. FRANCIS

    Gold Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience, went there for my wife's birthday and the staff went above and beyond.

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  5. Edie

    Gold Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food & great atmosphere! Felt like the server was really rushing us from the start of our reservation even though we just sat down. But overall it was a good time

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  6. Bob

    Gold Coast

    17 reviews

    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have dined at Etsu since its opening and the past few times we have notice cut backs in menu options,food that was always so beautifully flavoured has become generic,great dishes have disappeared and we have come away feeling let down,I hope the food improves because we love the vibe and staff they are faultless

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  7. Louise

    Gold Coast

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have eaten here when on holidays a number of times and it’s always great. The only disappointment is that the eggplant has been taken off the menu. Thanks for another delicious meal.

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  8. rebecca

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely to return to this delicious restaurant and the food was as good as I remembered! If I can recommend one dish in particular it’s the Tooth fish, seriously, don’t miss out on this fish! Completely delish!!!

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  9. Merle

    Sydney

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 10 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding food and service. A must if visiting Gold Coast

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  10. Luisa

    New South Wales

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    AMAZING FOOD !! Everything was really good. One of the bests I’ve ever been. You must try the wagyu tartar

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FAQs

Etsu Izakaya is rated 4.8 stars by 2036 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 59 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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