3 Best Japanese Restaurants in Sydney NSW

Expert recommended Top 3 Japanese Restaurants in Sydney NSW. All of our japanese restaurants face a rigorous 50-Point Inspection, which includes everything from checking reviews, ratings, reputation, history, complaints, satisfaction, trust and cost to the general excellence. Deadset the best!

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SOKYO

Level G, The Darling, The Star, 80 Pyrmont Street, Pyrmont,
Sydney NSW 2009 Directions

Since 2000

Specialty:

Freshly Shucked Oyster Edamame Market Fresh Sashimi Platter Kingfish Miso Ceviche Murasaki Sweet Potato Eggplant and Shiitake Mushroom Queensland Tiger Prawn Free-Range Chicken O'connor Grass-Fed Beef Riverina Lamb Cutlet Signature Dengakuman Grain-Fed Angus Short Rib Wagyu Flat Iron Steak Miso Shiru King Brown Mushroom Asparagus Lime Truffled Soy Uraniwa Green Spring Bay Mussel Wagyu Beef Tartare Spicy Edamame Sashimi Platter Opulent Sashimi Platter Maguro Tataki Handmade Gyoza Illawarra Cuttlefish

Sokyo offers an adventurous sharing menu, including sushi, grilled meats, and a curated sake list in elegant surroundings. Located in The Star Sydney, the restaurant serves various Japanese dishes and Asian-inspired cocktails to satisfy your appetite. Executive chef and founder Chase Kojima and his team use the finest local ingredients to create an imaginative menu featuring sashimi, tempura, and melt-in-the-mouth meat cooked over the robata grill. Enjoy an exciting mix of traditional and contemporary Japanese-inspired à la carte dishes and a selection of breakfast options. The 150-seater Sokyo caters to all dining needs, from large groups to private dining rooms and more intimate settings at the sushi bar. Sokyo is now open seven days a week, offering breakfast, dinner, and lunch on Fridays and Saturdays. Their refreshed menu and interiors elevate the Sokyo experience, featuring a sunken dining room and striking Japanese calligraphy.

2025 Update: Sokyo's festive dining is perfect for lunch, pre-theatre, festive dinners and more. Gift cards are available for purchase.

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License ABN: 25 060 510 410

Price:

SNACKS & STARTERS
Freshly Shucked Oyster $7
Spring Bay Mussel $12
Wagyu Beef Tartare $14
Edamame $12
Spicy Edamame $13
Sashimi Platter $90
Opulent Sashimi Platter $200
Kingfish Miso Ceviche $28
Maguro Tataki $30
Handmade Gyoza $20
TEMPURA
Illawarra Cuttlefish $24
Queensland Tiger Prawn $30
Murasaki Sweet Potato $18
Eggplant & Shiitake Mushroom $21
BINCHOTAN GRILL
Free-range Chicken $15
O’Connor Grass-fed Beef $38
Riverina Lamb Cutlet $14
ESSENTIALS
Signature Dengakuman $85
Grain-fed Angus Short Rib $60
Wagyu Flat Iron Steak $79
TRADITIONAL NIGIRI OR SASHIMI
Tuna $7
Toro $25
Scampi $23
Salmon $7
Salmon Belly $8
Salmon Roe $13
Kingfish $7
Kingfish Belly $8
Red Snapper Ikijime $7
BBQ Freshwater Eel $8
Cuttlefish $7
Tiger Prawn $7
Scallop $7
Tamago Omelette $6

Contact:

1800 700 700

LUNCH
Fri-Sun: 12pm - 3pm
DINNER
Sun-Thu: 5pm - 10pm
Fri & Sat: 5pm - 11pm
BAR
Mon-Thu: 5pm - 10pm
Fri-Sun: 12pm - 11pm

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9+ YEARS IN TBR
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SAKE RESTAURANT & BAR

12 Argyle Street, The Rocks,
Sydney NSW 2000 Directions

Since 2000

Specialty:

Edamame Miso Soup Nasu Dengaku Roasted Abrolhos Islands Scallops Shumai Popcorn Shrimp Chicken Karaage Skull Island Tiger Prawn Assorted Tempura Miso Glazed 'Glacier 51' Toothfish Ben Collison Coral Trout Shio Yaki Teriyaki Gippsland Lamb Chops Binchoyaki Dry-Aged Wollemi Duck Breast Sushi Set Sashimi Combo Sashimi Appetiser Sydney Rock Oysters Nori Crisps Taco (Salmon) Taco (Wagyu Tartare) Hiramasa Kingfish Snapper Sashimi Tuna Carpaccio New Style Sashimi Crispy Potatoes Snow Pea Tendril House Salad Crispy Brussels Sprouts

Saké Restaurant & Bar offers delectable sushi, sashimi, and enticing cocktails. Conveniently located just a 2-minute walk from BridgeClimb Sydney, Saké Restaurant & Bar is a culinary haven. Renowned chefs showcase their culinary prowess with an award-winning contemporary Japanese menu complemented by an extensive selection of Japanese sake, shochu, craft beer, and cocktails. Under the guidance of sushi master Shimpei Hatanaka, the restaurant blends new-style sushi with classic Japanese dishes rooted in authentic Japanese techniques. Menu options cater to diverse preferences, including à la carte, banquet-style dining, and the unique Omakase experience. Saké Restaurant & Bar offers a range of seating options, including a 30-seat private dining room, two semi-private rooms, a communal banquet area, casual bar-side tables, and counter seating (kata seki) overlooking the sushi bar. These versatile spaces are perfect for group events and gatherings, providing a dynamic and immersive dining experience.

2025 Update: Saké Restaurant & Bar have halal-certified meat on the menu. The restaurant has disability access and highchairs. They accept all Visa, Mastercard, and AMEX credit cards.

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Winner of Australia's Best Japanese Sake List 2025
License ABN 64 002 018 902

Price:

Nigiri
Tuna Nigiri $16
Salmon Nigiri $15
Salmon Belly Nigiri $16
Kingfish Belly Nigiri $16
Scallop Nigiri $14
Snapper Nigiri $14
Sea Eel Nigiri $16
Scampi Nigiri $46
Kingfish Nigiri $14
Cuttlefish Nigiri $14
Blue Fin Tuna Toro Nigiri $50
Sushi Bar
Sushi Set $62
Sashimi Combo $98
Sashimi Appetiser $39
Sashimi
Salmon Sashimi $28
Salmon Belly Sashimi $29
Tuna Sashimi $30
Kingfish Sashimi $27
Scampi Sashimi $90
Kingfish Belly Sashimi $28
Scallop Sashimi $27
Snapper Sashimi $23
Blue Fin Tuna Toro Sashimi $100
Cold Starters
Salmon Taco $13
Nori Crisps 4pc $30
Wagyu Taco $13
Hiramasa Kingfish $37
New Style Sashimi $43
Hot Starters
Edamame $13
Nasu Miso $25
Steamed Prawn Dumplings $30
Chicken Karaage $29
Popcorn Shrimp $34
Spicy Edamame $13
Grilled Fremantle Octopus $32

Contact:

02 9259 5656

Lunch
Wed-Sun: 12pm - 3pm
Dinner
Mon-Thu: 5:30pm - 9pm
Fri-Sat: 5:30pm - 10pm
Sun: 5:30pm - 9pm

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Ippudo Westfield
Ippudo Westfield
Ippudo Westfield
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IPPUDO WESTFIELD

Level 5 shop 5021 188 Pitt Street,
Sydney NSW 2000 Directions

Specialty:

Shiromaru Classic Ramen Akamaru Modern Ramen Karaka Ramen Tori Shoyu Ramen Bonito Tonkotsu Ramen Plant-Based Miso Ramen Plant-Based Nirvana Ramen Kaedama Special Combination Pork Belly Chashu Flavoured Egg Takana Pickles Black Fungus Bamboo Shoots Roasted Seaweed Wagyu Beef Spring Roll Chicken Karaage - Small Chicken Karaage - Big Chicken Karaage Bun Pork Bun Salmon Avo Hand Roll Tempura Eel Hand Roll Spicy Salmon and Tempura Roll Aburi Wagyu Beef Roll Unagi Avo Roll

Ippudo Westfield Sydney has been focusing on introducing a new ramen culture, showcasing Japan's unique gastronomic traditions, where people can enjoy, understand, and appreciate Japanese food and culture. Their hospitality and passion are standout features of the restaurant. Ippudo Westfield creates a vibrant atmosphere, with thoughtful touches like a television to enhance the customer experience. The restaurant accepts debit card payments and features a full bar for customers. Ippudo Westfield also offers a wide selection of beverages, including sake, beer, and speciality cocktails. Ippudo has won numerous prestigious awards and has locations worldwide, including three other branches in Sydney.

2025 Update: Ippudo Westfield Sydney is known worldwide for its signature ramen, delivering on its reputation by offering a comforting bowl of noodles to shoppers and city workers alike.

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Price:

Ippudo Signature Buns
Pork Bun $7.50
Pulled Pork Bun $7.50
Rice
Wagyu Steak Don $30.00
Kaisen Don $28.50
Unagi Don $28.50
Salmon Poke Don $21.00
Karaage Curry $22.50
Mini Chashu Gohan $6.00
Ramen
Shiromaru Special $29.00
Shiromaru Chashu $27.00
Shiromaru Tamago $23.00
Shiromaru Classic $20.00
Akamaru Special $30.00
Akamaru Chashu $28.00
Akamaru Tamago $24.00
Akamaru Modern $21.00
Karaka Special $30.00
Karaka Chashu $28.00
Karaka Tamago $24.00
Karaka-Men $21.00
Bonito Special $29.00
Bonito Chashu $29.00
Bonito Tamago $25.00
Bonito Tonkotsu $22.00
Veggie Special $25.00

Contact:

02 8078 7020

Mon-Wed & Sun: 11:30am - 7:30pm
Thu-Sat: 11:30am - 8pm

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