Whether it’s sushi or teishoku, izakaya style or fine dining, Japanese restaurants have broad appeal catering for various tastes and dining experiences.
Here are our top picks for where to find the best Japanese restaurants in Sydney.
Sokyo at the Star
Ignore the casino location if you can, Sokyo at the Star raises the bar when it comes to Japanese cuisine. Each dish is a delight with many highlights including the signature Spicy Tuna and Hokkaido Scallop Yuzu Honey.
Level G, The Darling The Star/80 Pyrmont St, Pyrmont
Sake Restaurant
With a stunning designer interior, an impressive cocktail and sake collection, Sake restaurant in the Rocks is as good as it gets. Whether it’s the sushi rolls, the kingfish with yuzu soy or popcorn shrimp, you’ll find something to bring you back each time.
12 Argyle St, The Rocks
Yayoi Sydney
You won’t find sushi or sashimi on the menu. Yayoi Sydney serves up teishoku, home-cooking style set meals that are delicious, nourishing and filling. Try the Waguy Sukiyaki and their special steamed rice which is cooked at your table in the evening. Yayoi has recently introduced degustation menus. Check out our review of Yayoi’s Kayaba with matching sake.
38 Bridge St, Sydney
Harajuku Gyoza
It doesn’t get more kawaii than at Harajuku Gyoza in Potts Point. Fried or steamed, these tasty dumplings are sure to bring you back. Make sure you place an order for sake so you can see the theatrics. It’s casual, fun and affordable
9-15 Bayswater Road, Potts Point
Niji Sushi Bar
Niji Sushi is a casual eatery in Kingsford’s student dining hub. Get your sushi fix from the sushi train or order from the extensive a la carte menu. Good food, affordable prices and a relaxed setting.
333 Anzac Parade, Kingsford
Niji Restaurant and Bar
If the casual and student ambience at the Kingsford sibling doesn’t take your fancy, Niji in Double Bay offers sophisticated dining in a sleek fitout and a bar serving tasty Japanese-inspired cocktails.
21 Bay Street, Double Bay
Yebisu Izakaya
At Yebisu, you could well be in downtown Tokyo with its neon lit signs and casual Izakaya dining. The iPad ordering system is part of the fun and the sake ceremony is full of fanfare.
Shop 7-10, Regent Place, 501 George St, Sydney
Ippudo
If the continuing long queues are an indication, Ippudo in Westfield Sydney has lost none of its initial appeal. Big bowls of ramen, cheery staff, though the continual loud greeting of customers gets a bit much at times.
Level 5 Westfield Sydney CBD
Crane Bar
At Crane Bar in Potts Point, start with cocktails in the garden bar, move to the dining room for tasty Japanese fusion cuisine and finish the evening to the beat of music.
32 Bayswater Rd, Potts Point, 2011
Sushi Tei
This often forgotten restaurant is conveniently located at Chifley Square in the CBD. At Sushi Tei, try to get a seat at the chef’s table or if there are more of you, there are nooks and crannies suitable for large groups.
1 Chifley Square, Sydney
Tetsuya’s
Fine dining and Japanese fusion go hand in hand at Tetsuya’s where you go for the whole experience rather than just the delicious food.
529 Kent St, Sydney
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