21 ranked Japanese dishes593,200+ reviews analysedUpdated 2026-08-07

Japanese restaurantsin Melbourne

The strongest Japanese places in Melbourne, organised by the dishes people actually search for: wagyu, ramen, sashimi, Sushi, karaage chicken, Udon and mochi.

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Reviews analysed

593,200+

Winning restaurants

Best dishes

Japanese rankings in Melbourne

Review-backed picks

BiteRankedwagyu photo unavailableWe could not verify a genuine dish photo for this restaurant.

Score 10.0

Best wagyu

Best wagyu in Melbourne

Japanese · Melbourne

Sardes Quality Meats

Reviewers consistently highlight the melt-in-your-mouth texture and intense beef flavour of the wagyu, indicating a truly exceptional experience.

Tender WagyuRich FlavorPerfect Cut

Mentions

Sentiment

92%

Reviews

180,875+

BiteRankedramen photo unavailableWe could not verify a genuine dish photo for this restaurant.

Score 10.0

Best ramen

Best ramen in Melbourne

Japanese · Wantirna South

Ajisen Ramen Knox

While some found the soup a little thick, most reviewers appreciated the depth of flavour and value offered by Ajisen Ramen Knox.

Rich brothAl dente noodlesGenerous portions

Mentions

Sentiment

72%

Reviews

74,655+

BiteRankedsashimi photo unavailableWe could not verify a genuine dish photo for this restaurant.

Score 8.9

Best sashimi

Best sashimi in Melbourne

Japanese · Melbourne

Sushi Yuzen

Customers repeatedly highlight the exceptional freshness and delicate flavour profiles of the sashimi served at Sushi Yuzen.

Fresh salmonBeautiful presentationExcellent quality

Mentions

Sentiment

100%

Reviews

62,489+

BiteRankedSushi photo unavailableWe could not verify a genuine dish photo for this restaurant.

Score 10.0

Best Sushi

Best Sushi in Melbourne

Japanese · Melbourne

Bossa Nova Sushi

Customers frequently praise Bossa Nova Sushi for its consistently high-quality ingredients and diverse range of beautifully prepared rolls.

Crispy chicken rollsFresh seafoodRotating menu flavours

Mentions

Sentiment

86%

Reviews

48,548+

BiteRankedkaraage chicken photo unavailableWe could not verify a genuine dish photo for this restaurant.

Score 7.5

Best karaage chicken

Best karaage chicken in Melbourne

Japanese · Fitzroy

RAMEN AKO’s

Across Melbourne, diners appreciate RAMEN AKO’s karaage for its consistently well-executed flavour and texture.

crispy skinjuicy chickendelicious flavour

Mentions

Sentiment

100%

Reviews

37,035+

BiteRankedUdon photo unavailableWe could not verify a genuine dish photo for this restaurant.

Score 8.7

Best Udon

Best Udon in Melbourne

Japanese · Melbourne

Udon Izakaya Maedaya

Generally, diners appreciate the depth of flavour and texture offered by Maedaya’s Udon dishes.

Rich brothPerfectly cooked noodlesAuthentic flavour

Mentions

Sentiment

83%

Reviews

29,981+

BiteRankedmochi photo unavailableWe could not verify a genuine dish photo for this restaurant.

Score 7.2

Best mochi

Best mochi in Melbourne

Japanese · Collingwood

Parco Ramen Collingwood

Many reviewers praise Parco Ramen's mochi for its authentic flavour and pleasingly soft consistency.

Delicious MochiAuthentic TastePerfect Texture

Mentions

Sentiment

75%

Reviews

25,315+

BiteRankedtakoyaki photo unavailableWe could not verify a genuine dish photo for this restaurant.

Score 7.4

Best takoyaki

Best takoyaki in Melbourne

Japanese · Moonee Ponds

Parco Ramen

Reviewers overwhelmingly agree that Parco Ramen delivers a genuinely tasty takoyaki experience with well-cooked ingredients.

delicious batterperfectly cooked octopusauthentic taste

Mentions

Sentiment

63%

Reviews

21,250+

BiteRankedhot tea photo unavailableWe could not verify a genuine dish photo for this restaurant.

Score 7.2

Best hot tea

Best hot tea in Melbourne

Japanese · Footscray

Dong Ba

While the focus is primarily on the hot tea itself, several reviewers noted a preference for traditional Vietnamese flavour profiles.

hot teaMelbourne cafestraditional flavour

Mentions

Sentiment

Reviews

16,383+

BiteRankedpork skewers photo unavailableWe could not verify a genuine dish photo for this restaurant.

Score 7.2

Best pork skewers

Best pork skewers in Melbourne

Japanese · Melbourne

KATA KITA

Reviewers repeatedly highlighted the high quality and balanced taste of the pork skewers, suggesting they’re a reliable choice for authentic Asian flavours.

tender porkrich marinadeperfectly cooked

Mentions

Sentiment

100%

Reviews

14,724+

BiteRankedwagyu don photo unavailableWe could not verify a genuine dish photo for this restaurant.

Score 7.2

Best wagyu don

Best wagyu don in Melbourne

Japanese · Melbourne

Niku Shiki Melbourne Central

Across reviews, the standout element was the exceptional quality and tenderness of the beef in the donburi.

tender beefrich sauceperfectly cooked

Mentions

Sentiment

75%

Reviews

14,153+

BiteRankedokonomiyaki photo unavailableWe could not verify a genuine dish photo for this restaurant.

Score 9.0

Best okonomiyaki

Best okonomiyaki in Melbourne

Japanese · Melbourne

Dohtonbori (CBD)

Customers repeatedly noted the expertly crafted batter and vibrant fillings, indicating a well-executed rendition of this Japanese classic.

crispy batterdelicious fillingsauthentic taste

Mentions

Sentiment

95%

Reviews

14,092+

BiteRankedchicken katsu curry photo unavailableWe could not verify a genuine dish photo for this restaurant.

Score 7.1

Best chicken katsu curry

Best chicken katsu curry in Melbourne

Japanese · Wantirna South

Ajisen Ramen Knox

Many reviewers highlight the quality of the chicken and the balance between sweet and savoury in the sauce, indicating a consistently enjoyable experience.

crispy breadingrich gravytender chicken

Mentions

Sentiment

100%

Reviews

10,374+

BiteRankedonsen egg photo unavailableWe could not verify a genuine dish photo for this restaurant.

Score 7.5

Best onsen egg

Best onsen egg in Melbourne

Japanese · Collingwood

Good Days Collingwood

Reviewers consistently praise the flawless execution and deeply satisfying taste of the onsen eggs.

perfectly cooked yolkrich flavourJapanese technique

Mentions

Sentiment

100%

Reviews

9,347+

Score 7.9

Best robata

Best robata in Melbourne

Japanese · Melbourne

Robata Melbourne

Reviewers consistently highlight the quality and precise cooking of the shellfish, delivering a truly authentic robata experience.

Seared scallopsGrilled prawnsSmoked salmon

Mentions

Sentiment

88%

Reviews

7,954+

BiteRankedwagyu sukiyaki photo unavailableWe could not verify a genuine dish photo for this restaurant.

Score 7.3

Best wagyu sukiyaki

Best wagyu sukiyaki in Melbourne

Japanese · Melbourne

IKKAI - Sukiyaki, Izakaya & Donburi

Across reviews, the dish's balance of flavour and tenderness proves to be a standout feature for diners.

tender beefrich brothauthentic flavour

Mentions

Sentiment

100%

Reviews

6,173+

BiteRankedseared salmon photo unavailableWe could not verify a genuine dish photo for this restaurant.

Score 7.9

Best seared salmon

Best seared salmon in Melbourne

Japanese · Melbourne

Sushi Wago

Customers overwhelmingly praise the expertly prepared seared salmon, describing it as moist, flavourful, and exceptionally well-cooked.

perfectly cookeddelicious flavourmelt-in-your-mouth

Mentions

Sentiment

100%

Reviews

5,290+

BiteRankedsalmon don photo unavailableWe could not verify a genuine dish photo for this restaurant.

Score 7.6

Best salmon don

Best salmon don in Melbourne

Japanese · Melbourne

Sushi Wago

Across the reviews, diners highlight a keen appreciation for the expertly prepared salmon and perfectly cooked rice within this popular don dish.

Fresh SalmonPerfect RiceDelicious Sauce

Mentions

Sentiment

100%

Reviews

5,289+

BiteRankedtempura prawn photo unavailableWe could not verify a genuine dish photo for this restaurant.

Score 7.1

Best tempura prawn

Best tempura prawn in Melbourne

Japanese · Melbourne

Machida Shoten Melbourne

While there's no specific negative feedback, the reviews largely centre on the quality and execution of the tempura prawn itself.

perfectly cooked prawnscrispy batterauthentic flavour

Mentions

Sentiment

Reviews

4,308+

BiteRankedoctopus karaage photo unavailableWe could not verify a genuine dish photo for this restaurant.

Score 7.1

Best octopus karaage

Best octopus karaage in Melbourne

Japanese · Fitzroy

GOGYO Fitzroy

Across the reviews, a common thread is appreciation for the dish's balanced texture and pronounced seafood taste.

crispy battertender octopusdelicious flavour

Mentions

Sentiment

100%

Reviews

4,025+

BiteRankedyakisoba photo unavailableWe could not verify a genuine dish photo for this restaurant.

Score 8.9

Best yakisoba

Best yakisoba in Melbourne

Japanese · Queen Victoria

Sushi Izu

While opinions vary on specific variations, most reviewers agree that Sushi Izu delivers consistently good quality yakisoba.

rich saucefresh ingredientsperfectly cooked noodles

Mentions

Sentiment

Reviews

940+

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Best beer by location

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Best steak by location

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Sardes Quality Meats

Best wagyu by location

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Top winners

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