Kumo Izakaya

4.5

204 Reviews

$A41 to $A100

Japanese

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2 people

23 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 13 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Good for groups
Neighbourhood gem

Our restaurant offers contemporary Japanese-inspired cuisine. Our menu comprises mainly smaller dishes, from sashimi to deep-fried dishes, meat, vegetarian, and more - perfect for sharing with friends. We offer a selection of wine, craft beer, and sake to complement your meal.

Our Izakaya is a traditional Japanese establishment where eating and drinking are equally important. It's a meeting place where people come to bond and forget their daily worries. It's a place where people can share good food, great drinks, and create lasting memories. Whether you're in the mood for a quick bite or a full night out, we invite you to join us at Kumo for an unforgettable experience.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$A41 to $A100
Cuisines
Japanese
Hours of Operation
Tue–Sat 5:30 pm–10:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
0499 785 431
Website
http://www.kumoizakaya.com.au/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Catering
Private party facilities

Location
152 Lygon Street, Brunswick East, AU-VIC 3057
Area
Brunswick
Cross Street
Corner Lygon and O'Connor Streets
Parking details
Street parking is available on O'Connor Street and surrounds.
Public transit
Trams 1 and 8 - Stop 122. If travelling by car, park at CARe - 183 Edward St - 350m from KUMO
Additional
Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Vegan

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Experiences

SIGNATURE Omakase 8course
A$69.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Dining at Kumo Izakaya is an experience best shared with friends! We offer an 8 course banquet menu that boasts the best and most popular dishes. The menu comes in four variations - Omakase, Pescatarian, Vegetarian and Vegan. Food allergies? No problem, we can also customise our banquet to meet your requirements. For private functions or parties of up to 12 people, the traditional tatami room is your best bet for an unforgettable evening of mirth and sake!
DELUXE Omakase 9course
A$89.00 per person
1 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024
Enjoy our newest nine course Omakase where we take diners on a culinary journey that includes Sushi Nigiri, Dragon Roll Maki plus our signature favourites - all designed to share! Available also as Pescatarian, Vegetarian and Vegan. Food allergies? No problem, we can also customise our banquet to meet your requirements
Tatami Private Dining - Set Menu
Multiple dates available
For private functions or parties of up to 12 people, the traditional Tatami room is ideal for an unforgettable evening. Please note, there is no minimum guests for hiring this room, but there is a $600 minimum charge. Guests are required to choose from either a $69 or $89 set menu. Sit around a rectangular table, where all your family & friends can all see and interact with each other while they indulge in our Taste of KUMO special banquet menu that boasts the best and most popular dishes. The menu comes in four variations - Omakase, Pescatarian, Vegetarian and Vegan. Food allergies? No problem, we can also customise our banquet to meet your requirements.

Offers

Wednesday Half Price Cocktails
Multiple dates available
Wed - 17:30 - 21:30
Treat yourself at Kumo Izakaya with our Half Price Cocktails every Wednesday from 5:30pm. With 13 unique cocktails to choose from at an unbeatable price, your midweek eveninnngs just got a lot more exciting.

Takoyaki wrapped octopusA$20.00
Grilled patagonian toothfish, chimchurri sauceA$45.00
Hokkaido scallops, soy butter, spring onion, bonito flakesA$24.00
Grilled salmon, caramelised misoA$24.00
Crumbed octopus bites, kimchi mayonnaiseA$20.00
Asahi beer batter seafood tempuraA$28.00
Sushi nigiri, kingfish, salmon, fish of the dayA$14.00
Dragon roll maki, avocado, cucumber, salmon, tobiko, wasabi mayoA$22.00
Grilled kingfish collarA$22.00

Signature

Mentai onigiri, Skull Island prawnsA$24.00
Agedashi tofu, soy kombu glaze, daikon oroshi, ginger noriA$16.00
Ramen gnocchi, Crispy Grana Padano, chives, spicy cream sauceA$26.00
Blue swimmer crab & krill fried riceA$24.00
Vegetarian fried riceA$20.00
OmnivoreA$69.00
Miso soup (gf, v, vg), Edamame, black sesame, yuzu (gf, v, vg), Kingfish carpaccio, yuzu ponzu (gf), Spicy tuna taco, black tobiko, samphire (gfo), Karaage chicken, sweet chilli sauce (gf), Grilled beef rib, smashed potato, chimchurri sauce (gf), Asian broccoli, sesame soy dressing, fried shallots (gfo, v, vg), Matcha panna cotta, fresh berry compote, white chocolate (v)
Vegetarian & VeganA$69.00
Miso soup (gf, v, vg), Edamame, black sesame, yuzu (gf, v, vg), Mixed vegetable tempura, tentsuyu sauce, matcha salt (gf, v, vg), Agedashi tofu, soy kombu glaze, daikon orisha, ginger nori (v, vg), Guacamole taco (gfo, v, vg), Asian broccoli, sesame soy dressing, fried shallots (gfo, v, vg), Signature vegetarian fried rice (v, vg), Hibiscus & lemon sorbet (gf, v, vg)

Omnivore

Karaage chicken, sweet chilli sauceA$25.00
Steamed pork gyozaA$18.00
Grilled wagyu beef rib, smashed potato, chimchurri sauceA$32.00
Slow cooked crispy skin pork belly, soba noodle saladA$28.00

Curry

Pork katsu curryA$24.00
Saitan tofu curryA$24.00
Black Angus chilli beef curryA$26.00

Vegetable

Eggplant dengaku, sweet miso, pine nuts, rocket & fennelA$20.00
Asian broccoli, special soy dressing, fried shallotsA$16.00
Mixed vegetable tempura, tentsuyu sauce, matcha saltA$20.00
Pan fried vegetable gyozaA$15.00
Tempeh sushi roll makiA$17.00
House made wombok kimchiA$6.00

Sides

Miso soupA$5.00
French fries, nori salt, wasabi mayoA$14.00
Rice for oneA$4.00

Kiddies

Kids Bento – Karaage chicken, pork gyoza, salad, riceA$14.00

Dessert

Matcha panna cotta, fresh berry compote, white chocolateA$16.00
Hibiscus & lemon sorbetA$10.00
Miso salted caramel ice creamA$10.00
Coconut, kaffir lime, berry ice creamA$10.00
Cookies & cream ice creamA$10.00
Yuzu daiquiri cheesecakeA$18.00

Deluxe

OmnivoreA$89.00
Miso soup (gf, v, vg), Edamame, black sesame, yuzu (gf, v, vg), Sushi nigiri, kingfish, salmon, fish of the day (gf), Dragon roll maki, avocado, cucumber, salmon, tobiko, wasabi mayo (gf), Spicy tuna taco, black tobiko, samphire (gfo), Karaage chicken, sweet chilli sauce (gf), Grilled beef rib, smashed potato, chimchurri sauce (gf), Asian broccoli, sesame soy dressing, fried shallots (gfo, v, vg), Yuzu daiquiri cheesecake (v)
Vegetarian & VeganA$89.00
Miso soup (gf, v, vg), Edamame, black sesame, yuzu (gf, v, vg), Pan fried vegetable gyoza (v, vg), Tempeh maki sushi roll (v, vg), Guacamole taco (gfo, v, vg), Agedashi tofu, soy kombu glaze, daikon orisha, ginger nori (gf, v, vg), Mixed vegetable tempura, tentsuyu sauce, matcha salt (v), Signature vegetarian fried rice (v, vg), Coconut, kaffir lime, berry ice cream (gf, v, vg)

What 204 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.4Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Energetic

Diners' Choice Awards

Melbourne
Japanese

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Kumo Izakaya offers a delightful Japanese dining experience with "extraordinary" food and "impeccable" service. Guests rave about the "stylish and relaxing" ambiance and the "attentive" staff. Notable dishes include the scallops, crab fried rice, and half-price cocktails on Wednesdays. Despite occasional service hiccups, it's a "must-visit" in Melbourne.

204 Reviews

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teck
Victoria
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
some of the dishes are little too salty, overall is very good.
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Yvonne
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 11 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
A great night with friends fine good great tastes service pleasant just a bit noisy once full otherwise no complaints. will visit again
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Vivían
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 8 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food. Friendly and awesome staff! Great ambience and fantastic location. Would visit another time
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giuditta
Sydney
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 23 November 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
It was a date night with my husband… kids free… after taking the order… they came in3 to ask us to order!!! we go forgotten… always have to call someone for dinks, asking why some food didn’t arrive and even after giving us the dessert menu, no one really came to take the order… we also had to go to the bar to ask for the bill!!! food was average. taco were nice horrible beef tataki and the tempura had something wrong… the beer butter part was falling apart from everything… kimchi that supposed to arrive first arrived as dessert and sushi very average… not a great date!
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Dennis
Melbourne
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 19 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
ONLY mentai udon is good :) worst dragon maki i ever had, sushi rice so moist
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Liz
Melbourne
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had the taco and sashimi plates - both were superb. We also found all the staff to be friendly and extremely helpful when choosing the food. The restaurant manager was knowledgeable about the wines they stock and in discussion with her we were pleased with our choice. Can't speak highly enough of the people and the place!
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Tim
VIP
Melbourne
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
We came in on a Saturday evening and it appeared the kitchen was quite overwhelmed and illequipped to deal with a full-ish restaurant. We ended up having to wait about 50 minutes for our mains, which was less enjoyable. Also, it seemed they were understaffed on that evening, which meant that it was difficult to gain anyone’s attention to order drinks to make the wait for food less painful. Silver lining was the exceptional quality of the food.
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Lauren
Melbourne
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
We have been here a lot and the past few times the service has been awful. We waited for over 40 minutes for gyozas while people who came in after us got all their food, the chicken came out cold and we got our starters last because they forgot about them? Really disappointing. This place used to be our go to in Brunswick. Won’t be going back for a while now
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Jidapa
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 14 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was absolutely immaculate and fresh! Would definitely recommend
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Celia
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 13 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We always enjoy our meals at Kumo in Lygon Street. The grilled salmon and the eggplant were wonderful as was the Pinot Blanc!
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FAQs

Kumo Izakaya offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 0499 785 431.

Kumo Izakaya is rated 4.5 stars by 204 OpenTable diners.