Diners' Choice: Japanese restaurants in Sydney

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Updated 05 December 2024

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Touka Japanese Yakiniku Restaurant and Bar

4.7

4.7 (144)

$41 to $100

Japanese

Parramatta

About the restaurant

Serving traditional Japanese Yakiniku in the heart of Parramatta CBD.

Top review

Sean

Dined on 24 Nov 2024

Clean and quiet venue for a nice japanese barbeque. My go to place for a delicious pick of raw meats. Expect above average prices.

Kokoroya Japanese Sushi Dining

4.8

4.8 (640)

$40 and under

Japanese

Maroubra

About the restaurant

Welcome to Kokoroya We serve a variety of authentic Japanese food made with fresh ingredients that everyone can love! Being fully licensed, we also offer a selection of Japanese beer, sake, wine and cocktails, as child-size soft drinks.

Top review

Mon

Dined on 7 Dec 2024

Fantastic experience, as usual. The food is always so incredibly fresh, flavoursome, and beautifully presented. Thank you Kokoroya for making our evening so delightful!

Masuya Restaurant

4.6

4.6 (194)

$41 to $100

Japanese

Sydney CBD

About the restaurant

Masuya Restaurant is located in a building, which has been designated as a cultural asset, on O’Connell Street in Sydney. This is the same place as the office of Kanematsu Gosho, the pioneer of Australia – Japan trades, was situated in 1980. Masuya Restaurant opened in 1993, then full renovation was implemented in 2006.

The approx. five meters long sushi counter, designed by architect Robert Toland in ‘kabuki red’ with an idea of the stage of kabuki, has since fascinated not only local Australian customers but also various people with different backgrounds.

A showcase displays more than 20 different sushi ingredients everyday including locally produced fish, which is purchased on the day. Other carefully selected ingredients are wagyu beef, free-range pork, and seasonal vegetables. Specially designed tableware of Malcolm Greenwood and tables made of Tasmanian Oak is also creating a great atmosphere. Enjoy your time in this amazing space of hospitality.

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Andrew

Dined 2 days ago

Delectable food, cozy atmosphere with formal and friendly service. Highly recommended.

O'Uchi

4.8

4.8 (100)

$40 and under

Japanese

Sydney CBD

About the restaurant

Serving by our motto, Shinsen (Fresh), a large selection of ingredients that we use are certified organic as we focus on seasonal tastes to leave your palate with an indelible impression. We are proud to say that our Aussie beef come from 100% Organic Fortitude Valley Farm, and our free-range chicken does not have any harmful hormone. We are very meticulous about using only the best of ingredients, even with condiments, such as gluten-free soy sauce and organic miso.

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Rachel

Dined 7 days ago

Excellent food, good range of gluten free options and the mocktails are yummy.

Yakitori Yurippi

4.6

4.6 (37)

$41 to $100

Japanese

Crows Nest

About the restaurant

Yurippi is a Japanese Yaktiori restaurant designed to provide a homely and comfortable atmosphere where locals and visitors to Crows Nest can relax and unwind, while having a good time. The menu is seasonal and will be updated regularly in order to deliver the freshest ingredients throughout the year.

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Jessica

Dined 2 days ago

It was my first time at Yakitori Yurripi and I was amazed by how authentic and delicious the food was. We particularly enjoyed the Miso Cod and Pork Belly - both were sensational! Service was quick and friendly, and the ambience reminds me of an izakaya straight out of Japan. The only thing was that we felt 1.5 hours was a bit short for a booking, however the food is great and we will definitely be back.

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Experience

5pm 60 Minute Seating

Osaka Bar

4.8

4.8 (19)

$100 and over

Japanese

Glebe

About the restaurant

We are a KISEKI restaurant that provides a pre-fixed menu (starting from $80pp) as well as a variety of lunch selections. We specialise in sake offered by a sake sommelier who provides you a unique experience. We are open for dinner from Tuesday to Saturday and lunch on the weekends.

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Anton

Dined 1 day ago

Exceptional experience. This is an authentic, classy experience.

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Experience

SUSHI KAISEKI

Experience

SHOGUN Lobster course

Experience

Dinner KAISEKI tasting set $80 per person

Ichoume

4.6

4.6 (21)

$41 to $100

Japanese

Darling Quarter

About the restaurant

The name “Ichoume” comes from the address of this street. Ichoume is located on ‘1’ Harbour Street, Darling Quarter. That’s why we named the restaurant “Ichoume” (Choume is used for addresses in Japan. It's a way of breaking a municipality into districts. 丁目(Choume) is ‘city district’, so ‘1 choume’(Ichoume) is ‘1st [city] district’).

The design concept of the restaurant is a hangout for adults.

The menu is supervised by AKIKO ISHIKAWA, who has accumulated her career in many restaurants. The head chef is TOMOHIKO KIMURA . He specialises in Japanese - based cuisine with French techniques and flavours. SHINSUKE TODA is recognised among the best sushi chefs now working and is credited with techniques utilised in contemporary sushi and sashimi preparation.

Hope you enjoy what we’ve made for you.

Owner ARI K. & YUKI ISHIKAWA

Top review

Anahera

Dined on 7 Dec 2024

Ichoume is our favourite restaurant in Sydney. The food is always incredible and the service is above and beyond. Big thank you to Yuki for always looking after us! We recommend this place to everyone, you will not be disappointed!

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Experience

4 Course Dinner

Nikaido Mascot

4.7

4.7 (82)

$41 to $100

Japanese

Mascot

About the restaurant

Welcome to traditional Japanese Yakiniku restaurant NIKAIDO!
Please enjoy ALL YOU CAN EAT or A LA CARTE menus.

From high grade wagyu to Aussie beef, you’ll find a huge array of meats at a great price.
The flavours of the meat are enhanced with the Nikaido miso sauce or salted sauce, which have been refined through many trial and errors. These sauces bring out the umami of the meat!

Accompany your BBQ with sushi, sashimi, and tempura side dishes.
The menu is rounded out with a carefully selected number of 'izakaya style' dishes.

Dine in luxury as our tables and interior. Please relax while eating and truly enjoy the food. With 100 seats ranging , large tables, Booth seats, Nikaido is perfect for everything from intimate dates to family dinners.
We also accommodate for parties and celebrations!!

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Sharon

Dined on 8 Nov 2024

Family reunion for 8. Perfect for buffet or ala carte.

Zushi - Barangaroo

4.6

4.6 (1550)

$41 to $100

Japanese

Barangaroo

About the restaurant

At the edge of the CBD, in the spectacular 22-hectare waterfront precinct where an old container terminal once stood, discerning foodies can now find some of the city’s best sushi in Barangaroo. Established in 2016, the newest addition to the Zushi restaurant empire is in Sydney’s impressive new harbour foreshore playground. Zushi Barangaroo is both stylish and comfortable, capturing the relaxed style of a typical Japanese bar or izakaya designed by the renowned architect Koichi Takada. We offer premium service complimented with a wide selection of imported beers, Japanese inspired cocktails, and Japanese sake and whisky.
Zushi prides itself on using only carefully sourced local ingredients; the freshest vegetables and sustainable seafood where possible and most of the menu is gluten-free. We are open every day for lunch and dinner, serving delectable sushi, sashimi and share plates. And the glorious harbour views are pretty tasty too.

Top review

EdVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Fantastic, we brought some first timers and they were impressed as we always are. The service is like a family treatment we love it. Oh forgot to mention the food is fabulous. best Japanese in Barangaroo.

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4.7

4.7 (186)

$40 and under

Japanese

Artarmon

About the restaurant

Robata Jones is an "izakaya" specialising in grilled dishes using the freshest meat, fish and vegetables. With an extensive sake list, it is the perfect spot for a relaxed and fun evening. Located in the Artarmon district along with other businesses, Robata Jones boasts a unique “little Tokyo” atmosphere, and takes you back to Japan! The grilled eel-unagi kabayaki- and other perfectly roasted dishes are a must-try!

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Sabrina

Dined on 7 Dec 2024

Very good food. It would be better if we could sit inside but we knew the inside was fully booked so that's ok.

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