Best Japanese Restaurants in Croydon South

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1. Sapporo Japanese Restaurant

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4.4

Awesome(63)

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• Japanese • Mitcham

Sapporo Japanese Restaurant is a welcoming restaurant in Mitcham that has a passion for serving Melbourne’s most delicious Japanese cuisine. The food here is fresh, authentic and diverse – all you’d hope from an Asian restaurant that puts emphasis on clean-tasting dishes. Their extensive menu features all the usual sushi, sashimi, noodle and donburi items, but there’s also more which will definitely hit the spot. Order fresh oysters with ponzu sauce, vinegared octopus with seaweed salad and aburi salmon nigiri with flame-seared salmon belly. The banquet menu for two is a steal if you’re particularly hungry, and Sapporo Japanese Restaurant also offer BYO wine. There’s no doubt this Mitcham Road eatery is a popular, especially when you factor in the friendly service and laid back atmosphere. You’ll find them right by Mitcham train station.

2. Mr. Miyagi

4.4

Awesome(515)

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• Japanese • Windsor

Booked 34 times today

Chapel St. Windsor welcomes Mr. Miyagi, a standout Modern Japanese restaurant serving contemporary dishes with a twist. Enjoy inspired cocktails, Japanese Whisky and an impressive beer and wine list to compliment your meal.Mr. Miyagi’s approach to dining is all about fun and variety. The menu is cleverly structured into three rounds - Round One, Round Two and Round Three, making it easy to explore different dishes whilst encouraging an Izakaya, shared experience. Pick from each round, try something new and take full advantage of the diverse options on offer!The fun atmosphere is brought to life by the open kitchen, where sushi chefs serve up fresh sushi and sashimi. For a more laid-back vibe, dine at Yukie’s Snack Bar, where you’ll find the same delicious menu in a comfortable setting near the cocktail bar. Perfect for a casual bite or drink.

3. Marble Yakiniku

4.6

Exceptional(66)

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• Japanese • Glen Waverley

Booked 13 times today

At Marble Yakiniku, we take pride in offering a unique dining experience that showcases the art of marbling score for our premium cuts of meat and the traditional chargrill method for our yakiniku dishes. Our commitment is to provide our guests with an authentic taste of Japan through our meticulously crafted and flavorful Japanese cuisine.

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4. The Roe Australia Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(40)

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• Japanese • Glen Waverley

Booked 5 times today

Welcome to The Roe Australia — Melbourne’s home of sea urchin.Famous for our Sea Urchin Dumplings, Award winning Sea urchins pizza, Sea urchins pie , Signature Uni Rice Bowls, and premium Australian Wagyu, we bring the ocean’s finest flavours to your table.Awarded Best Seafood Restaurant, Monash Business of the Year, and the Australia Achiever Award, The Roe combines fresh Australian seafood, modern cooking, and a relaxed Melbourne dining atmosphere.Enjoy a fully licensed wine bar, a cosy space perfect for gatherings and celebrations, and explore our unique Sea Urchin Art Gallery.Book your table and experience the ocean at The Roe.

A photo of Cheong-chun Sushi (청춘초밥) restaurant

5. Cheong-chun Sushi (청춘초밥)

4.7

Exceptional(8)

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• Japanese • Box Hill

Booked 13 times today

Cheong-chun Sushi (청춘초밥) is a popular Japanese restaurant located in Box Hill, Victoria, known for its fresh sushi and authentic Japanese cuisine. The restaurant offers a variety of dishes, including sashimi, donburi, and tempura, catering to both dine-in and delivery customers. With its convenient location, Cheong-chun Sushi provides a welcoming atmosphere for lunch and dinner.

6. Marae Izakaya

4.5

Awesome(16)

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• Japanese • Chadstone

Booked 7 times today

Marae Izakaya is a modern kaiseki sushi restaurant. Marae means 'unique' or 'rare' and Izakaya is a Japanese gastropub. Together, Marae izakaya is a fine dining restaurant with unique menu full of beautiful and mouth-watering surprise.

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7. Ichiro Izakaya Bar

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4.6

Exceptional(217)

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• Japanese • Burwood

Booked 5 times today

Seeking to combine the best of both worlds, we have combined the familiar flavours of Australian dining with certain range of traditional Japanese Izakaya dishes, as well as some unique creation of our own for local regular in order to create the tastiest food we can for you.We also have a lovely range of Japanese sake and beer for you to compliment your food, if you're keen to experience Izakaya like they do in Japan.いらっしゃいませ

8. Haiku

4.8

Exceptional(24)

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• Japanese • Camberwell

Booked 1 time today

Haiku Melbourne is a Japanese-inspired café in Camberwell offering brunch during the day and transforming into an izakaya on Thursday to Saturday nights. It captures the essence of Japan with a menu that reflects both traditional and modern Japanese flavors. The venue also features a konbini (Japanese convenience store) next door called Haiku Future. For those interested in Japanese food culture and art, Haiku Melbourne provides a distinct dining experience in a vibrant atmosphere.Haiku Cafe by day, Haiku kuro by night, Haiku Future for home.Online booking only available for Night bookings in Kuro. For parties more than 8 people, please call us or email us direct!

9. Brother Bon

4.8

Exceptional(41)

$$$$

• Japanese • Northcote

Booked 24 times today

At our restaurant, Chef William Pham serves up bold, tasty vegan eats that everyone loves—like our famous char kway teow, vegan wagyu nigiri, and crispy katsu sando. We’ve been named one of Melbourne’s best vegan restaurants, and our cosy space is perfect for families, big groups, and even the little ones. Come hungry and leave happy!

10. Bansho

4.7

Exceptional(201)

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• Japanese • Armadale

Booked 15 times today

Bansho, located in the vibrant heart of Armadale on High Street, is an exquisite destination for lovers of fine dining, offering a unique fusion of French and Japanese cuisines. The restaurant seamlessly integrates the timeless elegance of French culinary techniques with the refined artistry of Japanese flavors. Diners consistently rave about the "beautifully presented and delicious" dishes, with standout favorites like the "Chicken Mousseline Roulade" and the "crab in vichyssoise" evoking French culinary mastery. Bansho's extensive wine selection and meticulously curated cocktails further elevate the dining experience, making it a must-visit for those seeking an unforgettable fusion feast.

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Sonya
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
If you want an experience of seafood, come here! Everything is exceptional - and deliciously fresh! The food came out at good intervals and we were full by the end
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The Roe Australia Restaurant$$$$• Seafood• Glen Waverley
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4.4
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Joy
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
It was absolutly incredible, the Salmon taco was the stand out menu item on the bottomless brunch- the chilli margarita was perfect! I could recommend this place more highly 5+++ stars!!! Michael our waiter had top level service.
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Mr. Miyagi$$$$• Japanese• Windsor
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4.4
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AnnetteGold
Melbourne •23 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 3, 2026
This is a local treasure. Delicious food, freshly prepared, quick service and family friendly.
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Cheong-chun Sushi (청춘초밥)$$$$• Japanese• Box Hill
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4.7
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Mehreen
Melbourne •6 reviews
4.0
Dined on Feb 22, 2026
Had a lovely time as always. Only thing to consider would be to prioritise seating close together for large groups without having to go into the private dining option.
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Marble Yakiniku$$$$• Japanese• Glen Waverley
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4.6

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