Melbourne is Australia’s second largest city, located in the southern province of Victoria. This bustling city is known for being one of the most livable places in the world! Home to the National Gallery of Victoria, Albert Park, and the Library of Victoria, Melbourne boasts a rich culture. In addition, it is known for being a melting pot of sorts - various cultures and ways of life have been embraced here! This is evident in the wide variety of cuisines that can be enjoyed here. Craving for some Japanese food in Melbourne? No problem! We’ve selected the top sushi restaurants here in Melbourne, Australia. Read on to learn more about these great eats!
1. Sakura Kaiten Sushi
Sakura Kaiten offers a unique dining experience, as it serves food on a conveyor belt in the middle - just like the famed Kaiten-zushi (or “conveyor belt sushi”) restaurants in Tokyo! There are dozens of varieties of sushi served here, from sashimi to onigiri, and even sakura-shaped rolls. Some of these mouthwatering flavors include lobster, tempura, salmon, and even scallops. There are also side dishes like fried calamari and seaweed salad. Dumplings and other fried food are also served here, to help give more variety to an already rich restaurant experience.
Sakura Kaiten Sushi
Address: Shop 1, 61 Little Collins Steet (3,945.26 mi) Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 3000
Website: Sakura Kaiten Sushi II
Opening hours: Mon - Wed: 11:30am - 3pm, 5pm - 10pm; Thu - Fri: 12pm - 3pm, 5pm - 10pm; Sat: 5pm - 10pm (closed on Sun)
2. Minamishima
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
Minamishima is a high-class and exclusive omakase dining experience. That means there are no menus to think about, and there is only one optional item - the wine. You can enjoy your meal by a dining table, or a sushi bar seating if you want to see the chef do his work. The sushi is masterfully prepared right before you, with techniques derived from Japan. The kind of sushi served also depends on the season and ingredients available at that time. It is worth noting that seating is limited and guests are also advised to reserve a seat in advance! If you do manage to book seats here, however, you can be sure that your dining experience will be unforgettable!
Minamishima
Address: 4 Lord St, Richmond VIC 3121, Australia
Website: Minamishima
Opening hours: Tue - Sat: 6pm - 10pm (closed on Sun & Mon)
3. Kaneda Japanese Restaurant
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
Kaneda is an established restaurant in downtown Melbourne, having been around for two decades now. They offer deluxe bento meals (like tempura and teriyaki sets), teppanyaki sets, and rice bowls. The restaurant offers 50 different flavors of sushi and sashimi, as well as a host of fried side dishes like soft crab and korokke. There are also udon and ramen bowls for those who want noodles. There are almost 200 items on the menu, so you won’t be starved for choice here in Kaneda Restaurant!
Kaneda Japanese Restaurant
Address: Shop 6, Midcity Arcade, 200 Bourke Street, CBD, Melbourne, VIC
Website: Kaneda Japanese Restaurant
Opening hours: Tue - Thu: 11:30am - 3pm, 4:30pm - 9pm; Fri: 11:30am - 3pm, 4:30pm - 10pm; Sat: 11:30am - 10pm; Sun: 11:30am - 9pm (closed on Mon)
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4. Sushi Hotaru Melbourne
Sushi Hotaru is one of the most popular sushi bars in Melbourne! They boast one of the widest selections of sushi and sashimi rolls, from salmon, tuna, and scallops, to cucumber, avocado, and rainbow rolls. You’re sure to love their main courses too, like their teriyaki and katsu dishes. There is also a beverage bar available if you want some refreshments. Lastly, the restaurant also features a takeaway menu and delivery facilities, if you’d prefer to enjoy their sushi from the comfort of your home.
Sushi Hotaru
Address: Midcity Arcade, Level 1, Shop 118, 200 Bourke Street, CBD, Melbourne, VIC
Website: Sushi Hotaru Melbourne
Opening hours: 11:30am - 10pm (daily)
5. Tokui Sushi
Tokui Sushi’s main draw can be summed up in just one phrase: all sushi rolls at 2.20 AUD (1.56 USD)! This is a great deal for anyone, whether sushi lover or not, and is perfect for take-outs of all sizes. Here, you can choose from popular flavors like tamago, chicken, beef, teriyaki, and more unique flavors like avocado, tofu, and seaweed. The sashimi variants are also some of the best-selling rolls here. The dining area is simple and cozy, as well.
Tokui Sushi
Address: 260 Lonsdale Street, CBD, Melbourne, VIC
Website: Tokui Sushi
Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 9am - 6:30pm; Sat - Sun: 9am - 5:30pm
6. Tsuta Sushi
If you want a very different Japanese food experience, Tsuta Sushi offers you their best-selling dish: the sushi burger. Yes, a sushi burger, which is made by putting a meat viand between two rice buns and some seaweed. You can choose your flavor of burger, like chicken katsu, grilled tofu, fresh salmon, and even grilled duck. You can add soup and salad to the burger, or a soda and chips instead. There are other dishes available too, like udon, curry bowls, and nice salads, but Tsuta’s unique sushi burger is one that you definitely shouldn’t miss!
Tsuta Sushi
Address: Shop C 389 Lonsdale Street ( enter via Hardware Lane ) (3,944.97 mi) Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 3000
Website: Tsuta Sushi
Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 11am - 9:30pm; Fri - Sat: 11am - 10pm (closed on Sun)
7. Sushi Monger
Sushi Monger is usually filled with office workers and students, thanks to its delicious and filling, yet very affordable menu choices. The bento meals are the most popular offerings here, which all come with a meat dish, side, salad, and rice. Their donburi and udon meals, especially the tempura udon, are also must-try dishes here. The meals are served with fast-food efficiency, making this perfect for those who want a quick sushi meal on a budget.
Sushi Monger
Address: 17/309-325, Little Collins Street, CBD, Melbourne, VIC
Website: Sushi Monger
Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 10:30am - 3:30am (closed on Sat & Sun)
8. Saké Restaurant & Bar Hamer Hall
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
Saké Restaurant & Bar is one of the most highly acclaimed Japanese restaurants in Australia, and for good reason. The food here is nothing short of mouthwatering and well-presented - from the sushi and sashimi to their signature dishes, like the hiramasa and the popcorn shrimp tempura in a sauce. Their Take No Hana meal set includes the best of these dishes if you want to try them all. Their dessert menu and beverage selection are also quite varied, with sake being the drink of choice here. Dining here is sure to be a memorable experience for you!
Saké Restaurant & Bar Hamer Hall
Address: 100 St Kilda Road, Melbourne
Website: Saké Restaurant & Bar
Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 12pm - 3pm, 5pm - 10pm; Fri - Sat: 12pm - 3pm, 5pm - 11pm; Sun: 12pm - 10pm
9. Izakaya Chuji
With 30 years of service under their belt, Izakaya Chuji is one of the more established izakaya-style restaurants in the city. The place was designed for people to socialize while watching their skilled chefs prepare tasty sushi. Start your meal with some of the house favorites like yukke, edamame, and kakisu, and then some prawn tempura. You can also get the chef’s recommended dishes, like the soft-shell crab, and maguro. There are also donburi and udon meals, along with gluten-free meals here.
Izakaya Chuji
Address: 165 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
Website: Izakaya Chuji
Opening hours: Sun - Thu: 6pm - 10:30pm; Fri: 6pm - 11:30pm; Sat: 6pm - 11pm
10. Komeyui Japanese Restaurant
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
If you’re craving for some true-to-origin sushi, Komeyui can serve you exactly that. Rice is cooked in traditional iron pots called “hakama” and the sushi here brings the authentic tastes of Japan to you! You can indulge in a full omakase course, or enjoy their signature dinner, both served with healthy amounts of house favorites. You can also try some of their other popular dishes separately, like nigiri, sashimi, temaki, and yakizakana (grilled fish).
Komeyui Japanese Restaurant
Address: 396 Bay St, Port Melbourne VIC 3207 Australia
Website: Komeyui Japanese Restaurant
Opening hours: Tue - Sun: 12pm - 3pm, 5:30pm - 10pm (closed on Mon)
Rich in history, culture, and cuisine
Melbourne is rich in history, culture, and of course, its cuisine. The city has plenty of local and international cuisines to enjoy - the most popular of which are found in Japanese restaurants! Indulging in some delicious sushi in one of these excellent restaurants would definitely be a perfect way to end a tour around Melbourne. As the Japanese would say, ‘itadakimasu’!
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