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Masuya Restaurant, Sydney, AU-NSW

Masuya Restaurant

4.6
4.6
194 Reviews
$A41 to $A100
Japanese

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2 people
19:00
Experiences are available.
  • Good for business meals
  • Healthy
  • Good for special occasions
Masuya Restaurant is located in a building, which has been designated as a cultural asset, on O’Connell Street in Sydney. This is the same place as the office of Kanematsu Gosho, the pioneer of Australia – Japan trades, was situated in 1980. Masuya Restaurant opened in 1993, then full renovation was implemented in 2006.

The approx. five meters long sushi counter, designed by architect Robert Toland in ‘kabuki red’ with an idea of the stage of kabuki, has since fascinated not only local Australian customers but also various people with different backgrounds.

A showcase displays more than 20 different sushi ingredients everyday including locally produced fish, which is purchased on the day. Other carefully selected ingredients are wagyu beef, free-range pork, and seasonal vegetables. Specially designed tableware of Malcolm Greenwood and tables made of Tasmanian Oak is also creating a great atmosphere. Enjoy your time in this amazing space of hospitality.

Additional information

Experiences

  • Masuya’s omakase sushi course

    A$150.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Omakase Sushi experience now available at Masuya Japanese Restaurant, with Mr. Kawaguchi one of the Best Sushi Chef in Sydney will make you admire the beauty of the sushi experience. The finest fresh fishes of the day, directly delivered from the fish market, are transformed into superb nigiri sushi with cutting-edge techniques that enhance the quality of ingredients. Join us in enjoying the perfect harmony of fish and sushi rice, relishing the delicate balance.

Menu

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What 194 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Energetic

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Sydney

    Good for business meals

  • Sydney

    Healthy

  • Sydney

    Japanese

  • Sydney City

    Best Overall

  • Sydney City

    Best Food

  • Sydney City

    Good for business meals

  • Sydney City

    Healthy

  • Sydney City

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Masuya Restaurant is a haven for Japanese cuisine lovers, renowned for its "amazing service, amazing food, and amazing menu." Diners rave about the "unrivalled food quality," including fresh sashimi and sushi. The friendly, attentive staff and delightful dining atmosphere make it a "must-try" spot in Sydney.

194 Reviews

  1. Snow

    Sydney

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 20 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The steak was perfectly cooked. Very tender and juicy. The hotpot’s soup was so tasty. Great service and friendly staff

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  2. Bernard

    VIP

    Sydney

    85 reviews

    3.0

    85 reviews

    Dined on 20 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    I was catching up with a friend during lunch time; it’s very busy but service is attentive. They have good quality sashimi and sake; but hygiene needs to improve. There’re flies in the restaurant which I don’t expect.

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  3. Andrew

    Sydney

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 19 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delectable food, cozy atmosphere with formal and friendly service. Highly recommended.

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  4. Allison

    Sydney

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Just hard to hear the person on the other side of the table as the noise is really bad when it is full. Otherwise the food is great and the service is the best.

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  5. Will

    Sydney

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding as always, everyone in our group always orders the Shogun Bento for our annual end of year lunch. The quality of food and the service are both fantastic in this underground hidden gem.

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  6. alan

    Hawaii

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 12 December 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was good, Riata the waitress was excellent BUT we specifically requested a slow meal to enjoy the experience. Riata did request this to the kitchen. Lost in translation! All dishes came out in the one delivery from the kitchen so the food was cold by the time we ate most of it. Not the standard of service expected from a up market Japanese restaurant the noise level was dreadful. Surely some sound attenuation treatment can be done at reasonable cost.

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  7. Sue

    Sydney

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 6 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely to find this restaurant. Great value with L staff who are efficient yet very friendly and warm. Food was excellent too.

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  8. Christine

    Sydney

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food is delicious and staff are helpful. Very impressed.

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  9. Rachel

    Sydney

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Back to enjoy our favourites plus try something different. A must go to on our journeys into Sydney.

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  10. Andrew

    Sydney

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 14 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The experience was excellent. The food was beautifully prepared, the ambience was perfect and the staff attentive. Highly recommended.

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FAQs

Masuya Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 194 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Masuya Restaurant

Basement Level 12-14 O'Connell Street, Sydney, AU-NSW 2000

Additional information

  • Area
    Sydney CBD
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 6:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $A41 to $A100
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Sukiyaki, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Wynyard
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options
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