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Umi-Ko Izakaya, Merimbula, AU-NSW

Umi-Ko Izakaya

4.6
4.6
60 Reviews
$41 to $100
Japanese

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2 people
19:00
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
Japanese izakaya in the heart of Merimbula- 56 Market Street, Merimbula

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Japanese
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    0400 891 991
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Area
    Merimbula
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wine

What 60 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • New South Wales

    Healthy

  • New South Wales

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Capital Region

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Umi-Ko Izakaya in Merimbula offers an exceptional dining experience with "delicious food" and a "lovely setting." Guests appreciate the "authentic Japanese cuisine" and "friendly, efficient staff." The restaurant's unique and beautifully presented dishes make it a local favorite, ensuring you'll want to visit again. Perfect for both casual and celebratory occasions.

60 Reviews
  1. Sian

    Canberra

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a delight to find such a high standard of Japanese food on the far south coast. Great vibe and decor, food delish, fab and diverse bar menu. I was a tad hesitant to take the kids but they loved it, and we are looked after so well, high chair, kids menu! Couldn’t fault!

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  2. Naomi

    New South Wales

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Umi-Ko never fails ! Thanks again for a memorable night. Excellent food and drinks, and outstanding service .

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  3. Lily

    New South Wales

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Celebrated the end of university exams with the set menu and a frozen Pina Colada. Fresh, great tasting food. Smaller portions, but add up to a very filling meal. Would recommend the Pork Ramen as the main. Loved the yellow fin tuna on the sushi.

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  4. Cynthia

    New South Wales

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 30 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely decor and ambiance. Staff were friendly and food was amazing, will definitely be back.

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  5. Ebony

    New South Wales

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff were very friendly and incredibly helpful with our groups dietary restrictions.

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  6. Amanda

    New South Wales

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 18 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great menu, attentive team and fun restaurant playing cool music. For our first visit we chose the tasting menu which was delicious and offered variety and my lychee martini was perfect! We will definitely return and recommend to our others. Fab little local!

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  7. Katrina

    Sydney

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 18 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love this place, I feel like I am in Japan when eating there. Service is fast and very friendly. We ate most dishes on the menu and loved all of them. Well worth the visit, cocktails are great and the bill at the end is very reasonable. LOVE LOVE LOVE

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  8. Lyn

    New South Wales

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food although a little on the small side of serves. Lovely staff, however felt like a rushed sitting. I'll return.

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  9. Melanie

    Sydney

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 12 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I love this place. Went for a birthday party dinner last night. 14 people. The restaurant was full. Orders were not delayed, staff are very capable and friendly. Food, delicious and not overly pricey. Highly recommend.

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  10. Liora

    Canberra

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 9 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food and great service with a lovely vibe. It was so good we ate there twice during our 5 day stay in Merimbula. We will be back! Best dish was the Tempura tuna with nori and ponzu, yum!

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FAQs

Umi-Ko Izakaya offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 0400 891 991.

Umi-Ko Izakaya is rated 4.6 stars by 60 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
19:00

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Umi-Ko Izakaya

56 Market Street, Merimbula, AU-NSW 2548

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Merimbula
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Japanese
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wine
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