Brisbane's Japanese dining scene has grown well beyond sushi trains — izakayas, ramen counters, teppanyaki and bento specialists are all in the mix now. Here are the best Japanese restaurants in Brisbane worth seeking out.
Yoko Dining, Howard Smith Wharves
A split-level izakaya right on the river at Howard Smith Wharves, doing hibachi grilling, gyoza and tempura downstairs with a cocktail-focused bar upstairs. One of the better combinations of good food and good views in the city.
Saké Restaurant & Bar, Eagle Street
Contemporary Japanese dining and a solid bar list on Eagle Street — a good pick if you want a slightly more polished night out than an izakaya.
Taro's Ramen, Brisbane City
A dedicated ramen and noodle specialist in the CBD for when only a proper bowl of ramen will do.
Nagomi Restaurant, Eagle Street
A Japanese restaurant and bento specialist — handy for a well-priced weekday lunch as much as dinner.
Mr Wabi, Burnett Lane
A Japanese-influenced restaurant tucked into one of the CBD's laneway dining strips — modern setting, easy to combine with a laneway bar crawl afterwards.
Sono Japanese Restaurant, Portside Wharf
Sushi and teppanyaki out at Portside Wharf in Hamilton — worth the trip if you're near the airport or cruise terminal precinct and want a proper sit-down meal.
KatsuCo, Toowong & Genki Shokudo, St Lucia
Two casual options on the western side of the city — KatsuCo for katsu specifically, and Genki Shokudo for Japanese home-style cooking near St Lucia, both good options if you're near the university.
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