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Dohtonbori (Docklands)

The District Docklands, Level 1/14B Star Circus, Docklands VIC 3008, Australia

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The District Docklands, Level 1/14B Star Circus, Docklands VIC 3008, Australia

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+61 3 9600 0873
HoursMonday: 11:45 AM – 9:30 PM Tuesday: 11:45 AM – 9:30 PM Wednesday: 11:45 AM – 9:30 PM Thursday: 11:45 AM – 9:30 PM Friday: 11:45 AM – 10:30 PM Saturday: 11:45 AM – 10:30 PM Sunday: 11:45 AM – 9:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Dohtonbori (Docklands)

Sizzle savory Japanese okonomiyaki on your own built-in iron teppan at The District Docklands. Diners tackle the grill themselves or let the staff handle the flipping, ladling rich sauce over crisp-edged batter. The menu balances classic Osaka-style rounds against noodle-layered Hiroshima varieties, alongside shareable sides like tamagoyaki, wagyu burger patties, and garlic fried rice. Daytime crowds slip into the booths for midday sets paired with side salads, finishing off the heat with scoops of matcha soft serve.

  • DIY Teppan Grills: Tabletop iron plates let guests cook their own savory pancakes or leave the flipping to the staff.
  • Regional Okonomiyaki Styles: The menu covers both mixed Osaka-style rounds and noodle-rich Hiroshima varieties.
  • Generous Lunch Sets: Midday sets pair okonomiyaki with fresh sides for an easy, filling break.
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Why Choose Dohtonbori (Docklands)

Why diners choose Dohtonbori for interactive teppan dining, regional Japanese okonomiyaki, and social celebrations.

  • Interactive Tabletop Teppan Cooking

    Diners can take charge of the iron griddle to cook their own okonomiyaki or receive attentive guidance from floor staff.

    The waiter was helping us to cook as well or you can get the full experience of DIY okonomiyaki by cooking it by yourself.

    James T B

  • Dual Osaka and Hiroshima Styles

    The menu features distinct regional preparations, allowing guests to taste both classic blended Osaka pancakes and layered Hiroshima noodles side by side.

    We tried the Osaka and the Hiroshima types and both were great

    Tomi Csiki-Bege

  • High-Value Midday Lunch Sets

    Generous lunch set specials bundle okonomiyaki with freshly prepared sides at accessible pricing for midday diners.

    The lunch set here is really worth it as you get an side and main enough for 2 people just for around 25 aud.

    Mi Bùi

  • Cost-Effective Everyday Dining

    Speedy tablet ordering and substantial portions deliver an affordable, hassle-free dining option during workday breaks.

    Highly recommend the lunch set its so value for money!

    Sally Goh

  • Sharing Menus for Family Celebrations

    Curated multi-course set menus take the stress out of feeding larger tables with balanced spreads cooked to order.

    We went with the set menu for 4 people. Perfect amount of food and cooked beautifully.

    Brooke

  • Spacious Group and Party Dining

    Spacious booth arrangements and shared griddles offer a welcoming environment for organizing casual group meetups and team events.

    bring the fam gang or the friends gang either way, you will have a great dining experience.

    ADITI SAHA

Signature savory pancakes and teppan grill favorites

  • Okonomiyaki

    I especially love their okonomiyaki, perfectly crispy on the outside and soft inside.

    Susani Julia

  • Hiroshimayaki

    The food was surprisingly good, especially, the hiroshima okonomiyaki and the service was amazing.

    James T B

  • Lunch set

    The lunch set here is really worth it as you get an side and main enough for 2 people just for around 25 aud.

    Mi Bùi

  • Wagyu burger steak set

    Also I’d highly recommend the wagyu burger steak set which comes with two burger steak patty and grilled in front of you topped with some egg.

    ADITI SAHA

Other favorites

Sides, teppan-grilled dishes, and sweet treats to accompany your meal

  • Tamagoyaki

    Order the tamagoyaki and watch them make the egg - it's quite cool!

    Wickd Chin

  • Pork Belly serve in Korean style

    But the highlight on the menu is the Pork Belly serve in Korean style (with lettuce, kimchi and spicy sauce) very delicious.

    Kelly Ng

  • Garlic Fried Rice

    The Garlic Fried Rice is another of my favourite.

    Kelly Ng

  • Matcha soft serve

    Btw the matcha soft serve was oishiiiii :)

    James T B

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful tabletop details and hospitality touches that elevate the DIY teppan experience

  • Tabletop Timers & Guided Flipping

    Staff provide timers and hands-on guidance to guide the cooking process, stepping in to time the flips and slice okonomiyaki directly on the tabletop grill.

  • Dedicated Table-side Sauce Stations

    Tables are equipped with a full variety of house condiments and sauces, letting diners customize their seasoning right at the iron plate.

  • Live Table-side Tamagoyaki Preparation

    Diners can watch staff whip and roll tamagoyaki egg delicacies live on the iron teppan right at their table.

  • Connected Celebration Booth Arrangements

    The team provides flexible table accommodations across connected booths, easily hosting large multi-table celebrations and milestone parties.

Before you head over

Practical advice on timing, lunchtime sets, and tabletop grilling for your visit

  • Pace Your Tabletop Grilling

    Tabletop teppan cooking requires patience, with vegetable okonomiyaki taking roughly 5 minutes per side across three flip cycles, timed to achieve a crisp outside and soft interior.

  • Target the Lunch Set Window

    Lunch set deals running until 4 PM offer value-oriented combinations with sides and mains suitable for work breaks or casual midday sharing before dinner pricing begins.

  • Request Table-Side Cooking Assistance

    Ask table staff for hands-on guidance or step-by-step assistance if you are hesitant to grill, flip, or sauce the okonomiyaki yourself.

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