When it comes to Japanese dining—and more specifically, teppanyaki— egg on your face takes on a whole new meaning.
From the sizzling grill and food tossed through the air, the theatrics of interactive dining make for a hell of a night out, and Brisbane/Meanjin’s got some of the most refined and raucous restaurants to try. We at Urban List are in the know, after all.
Take a seat, the show is about to start. Here are the best places for teppanyaki in Brisbane.
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Kabuki
265 Margaret Street, Brisbane CBD
Hand-eye coordination is a must at Kabuki. Let your guard down, and you’ll end up with egg on your face—literally. This up close, fun, and sizzling teppanyaki experience ranges from $85pp to $149pp, with each option tossing kobachi, miso soup, teppanyaki vegetables, fried rice, and dessert your way.
Oyama
30/115 Wickham Street, Fortitude Valley
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Pull up a ringside seat at Oyama's teppanyaki grill, and let the games begin. Located on the border of Chinatown in Fortitude Valley, Oyama’s teppanyaki menu brings the thrills and spills. With five set menus ranging from $49 to $139, you’ll be part of the action all the way through to the last course. Be sure you add one of Omaya’s signature tempura prawn, avocado, and rice hand rolls to kick off your meal.
Teppanyaki Bar
152-166 Shore Street W, Cleveland
If a packed restaurant is your telltale sign to eat somewhere, then Cleveland's Teppanyaki Bar should be at the top of your list. Serving up theatrics as a side to your meal, expect to down bowls of hibachi King Prawns, teriyaki chicken, lobster, and fried rice (if you can catch it).
Koya
702 Brunswick Street, New Farm
A neighbourhood favourite, the Koya experience is as much about the highly entertaining chefs and the cheerful staff as it is about the fresh, locally sourced eats. Here, the fun begins right from the get go, and so do the flavours. For starters, expect miso soup, salad, and the obligatory egg-fried rice, as well as an entree of either pork gyoza, chicken karaage, sashimi, or chilli prawn, before being tossed your fiery meats.
Sono
39 Hercules Street, Hamilton
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From an open kitchen bar to private traditional tatami rooms, Sono Portside is renowned for their teppanyaki trade. With a whole menu dedicated to the hot plate, you can dine a la carte or choose one of three exotic banquets. With a strong focus on seafood, expect to make a catch of the day. Choose from one of three teppanyaki menu options, starting from $100pp.
Tempest
Bird O'Passage Parade, Scarborough
Feel like dinner and a show (done differently)? The chefs at Tempest are masters at turning the grill into their very own stage. Opt for one of their set banquets, which range from $46pp to $82pp, or customise your own, choosing from the additional options including lamb cutlets, sea scallops, salmon fillet, and more.
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