Japanese Archives – The Penguin Eats

Calia Grill

We had no misconceptions about how overpriced Calia was from our previous visits. However the newly...We had no misconceptions about how overpriced Calia was from our previous visits. However the newly opened Calia Grill was still a big disappointment, especially when the product...

Namoo

Situated in the CBD, Namoo offers a relaxed atmosphere paired with a quality dining experience. Holding...Situated in the CBD, Namoo offers a relaxed atmosphere paired with a quality dining experience. Holding true to its Japanese heritage, we found each dish was characterised by...

Ramen Misoya Sake Bar

Located in the hipster Brunswick, we were pleasantly surprised by the authenticity and quality of Japanese...Located in the hipster Brunswick, we were pleasantly surprised by the authenticity and quality of Japanese dishes served up by Misoya. The flavours and execution were spot on...

Shou Sumiyaki

There simply exists no better way to indulge in premium wagyu. Simply sliced and grilled, you...There simply exists no better way to indulge in premium wagyu. Simply sliced and grilled, you can truly savour the quality of the protein, the spectacular marbling, the...

Okami Japanese Restaurant (Hoppers Crossing)

For an all-you-can-eat buffet, the food definitely exceeded my expectations. The service here was friendly with...For an all-you-can-eat buffet, the food definitely exceeded my expectations. The service here was friendly with staff efficiently clearing plates and attentively responding to more orders without being...

Hakoya Izakaya

Newly opened in the heart of the CBD, Hakaya Izakaya offers up an authentic taste of...Newly opened in the heart of the CBD, Hakaya Izakaya offers up an authentic taste of Japanese cuisine with a clear emphasis on quality. Their beautiful, fresh produce...

Ton and Co

Our long-awaited visit to the famed Ton and Co did not disappoint one bit. Paying homage...Our long-awaited visit to the famed Ton and Co did not disappoint one bit. Paying homage to authentic Japanese tradition of quality produce, flawlessly executed and simple yet...

Takumi

Even at $15.80 for a lunch bento set, this hardly represents value for money. Low quality...Even at $15.80 for a lunch bento set, this hardly represents value for money. Low quality ingredients poorly executed accompanied by day-old sides. If you are looking for...