Melbourne's Best Sushi 2022

Not only is the raw salmon inside the sushi but is also placed on top for double effect. Again the Gaijin spicy mayo is unique and brings a wonderful spicy dimension. Served with wasabi and ginger on the side, I loaded up on spice and heat and loved the experience.
Grab a stool and some chopsticks, and get ready for some of the freshest sashimi and crispest beers around. It's been around for several years now, but in 2022 it's still one of Melbourne's best. Go for the classic Shujinko ramen—a pork broth Brighton restaurants with grilled pork belly, spring onion, bok choy, marinated egg and bean sprouts. Either way, you'll be scoring some of Melbourne's best Japanese ramen. Is Andrew McConnell's crown jewel and home to the most famous lobster roll in Melbourne.

Hunting down the best cheap Japanese in Melbourne can be tough with so many options, but we think we've found one that'll hit the sweet spot. Best Restaurants in Melbourne The venues shaping this city’s culinary scene.
Find the home of premium Wagyu rice bowls in the level one food court at Westfield Doncaster and take a break from retail therapy to ... The simple and traditional Komeyui; all the fun at the ground-level Kisume; and high-class finesse at Hanabishi. From the best Japanese restaurant in Australia to the fun and funky izakayas where the music is loud and the beer is ice-cold, Melbourne's Japanese offerings are diverse, inspired and  all-round delights.
Supernormal largely caters for shared dining and the Slow cooked Szechuan lamb, spring onion pancake, coriander paste was a highlight. The slow cooked lamb was delectable but it was the sauce that arrested attention. Smoked beef, mustard leaf, clam mayonaisse was a triumph of taste and texture with cream, crunch and silky beef.

You won’t find anywhere more calming and wholesome to have breakfast than Japanese café 279 in West Melbourne. Here they serve musubi, triangular rice balls wrapped in nori and served with a variety of toppings, which veer both traditional and modern . The calm, minimalist space invokes instant relaxation, with considerate touches like hot hand towels and blankets making you feel at home.
Asoko also offers a tight list of sake and plum wines, as well as whisky by Asaka, the only whisky-producing distillery in the volcanic Tohoku region of Japan. Recent openings like Yugen, Warabi and Yakikami are introducing more Melburnians to the intimate, Japanese chef’s-selection experiences. Ex-Koko chef Martin Kim has gone out on his own to create an intimate Japanese experience. I've been here for a couple of years and have loved learning Japanese here. The teachers are amazing and the lesson content flows really well from one topic to another. Delight your loved ones with dining excellence at Kisume and enjoy 20% bonus value.

Here are some of our favourites that scored high in the 2020 Good Food Guide. Prepare yourself for a Japanese sushi omakase experience prepared with meticulousness, precision, technique and exquisite produce. Izakaya Den 2029 is definitely the most unique restaurant on our list. Staying true to its name, this restaurant can be found under the streets of Melbourne in a basement setting. If you like Japanese cuisine with a unique twist, Supernormal is a must try.
'Robata' is a centuries-old Japanese grilling technique and that's what the crew here do best. The menu is designed to be shared, so you get to try a little of everything. Order yakitori and kushiyaki skewers cooked on the charcoal grill, and fresh sashimi.